Sony CDX-A251C User Manual

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Welcome !
Thank you for purchasing this Sony Compact 
Disc Player. You can enjoy your drive with the 
following functions.
• CD playback
You can play CD-DA (also containing CD 
TEXT*), CD-R/CD-RW (MP3/WMA files also 
containing Multi Session (page 14)), and 
ATRAC CD (ATRAC3 and ATRAC3plus 
format (page 15)).
• Radio reception
– You can store up to 6 stations per band (FM1, 
FM2, FM3, MW and LW).
– BTM (Best Tuning Memory): the unit selects 
strong signal stations and stores them.
• RDS services
You can use FM station with Radio Data System 
(RDS).
• Sound adjustment
EQ3: You can select an equalizer curve for 7 
music types.
• Optional unit operation
You can also control optional CD/MD 
changers, in addition to playing with this unit.
• Auxiliary equipment connection
An AUX input jack on the front of the unit 
allows connection of a portable audio device.
A CD TEXT disc is a CD-DA that includes 
information such as disc, artist and track name.
SonicStage and its logo are trademarks of Sony 
Corporation.
ATRAC, ATRAC3, ATRAC3plus and their logos 
are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
Type of discs
Label on the disc
CD-DA
MP3 
WMA
ATRAC CD
For installation and connections, see the 
supplied installation/connections manual.
This label is located on the bottom of the 
chassis.
Warning if your car’s ignition has no 
ACC position
After turning the ignition off, be sure to press 
and hold 
(OFF) on the unit until the display 
disappears. 
Otherwise, the display does not turn off and 
this causes battery drain.
Disposal of Old Electrical & 
Electronic Equipment (Applicable in 
the European Union and other 
European countries with separate 
collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its 
packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated 
as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the 
applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical 
and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is 
disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential 
negative consequences for the environment and human 
health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate 
waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials 
will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed 
information about recycling of this product, please contact 
your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal 
service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Applicable accessory: Remote commander
Microsoft, Windows Media, 
and the Windows logo are 
trademarks or registered 
trademarks of Microsoft 
Corporation in the United States and/or other 
countries.