4Welcome !Thank you for purchasing this Sony CompactDisc Player. You can enjoy your sailing with thefollowing functions.• CD playbackYou can play CD-DA (also containing CDTEXT*), CD-R/CD-RW (MP3/WMA/AACfiles also containing Multi Session (page 16))and ATRAC CD (ATRAC3 and ATRAC3plusformat (page 17)).• Radio reception– You can store up to 6 stations per band.CDX-HS70MW/HS70MS:FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1 and AM2CDX-HR70MW/HR70MS:FM1, FM2, FM3, MW and LW– BTM (Best Tuning Memory): The unit selectsstrong signal stations and stores them.• RDS services– You can listen to FM stations with the RadioData System (RDS) in Europe.(CDX-HR70MW/HR70MS)• Sound adjustment– EQ3 stage2: You can choose any one of 7preset equalizer curves.– DSO (Dynamic Soundstage Organizer):Creates a more ambient sound field, usingvirtual speaker synthesis, to enhance thesound of speakers, even if they are installedlow in the door.• Optional unit operationYou can also control optional CD/MDchangers.• Auxiliary equipment connectionAn AUX IN jack on the rear of the unit allowsconnection of an external audio device.* A CD TEXT disc is a CD-DA that includesinformation such as disc, artist and track name.About water resistancyThis unit is designed for use in a marineenvironment. To protect the unit from water spray,waves, rain, moisture, ultraviolet rays, etc., the unithas undergone the following tests to ensurereliability and functionality (Front panel only):• Water resistant front panel - IPx5 certified• Salt fog resistant - Tested under ASTM B117• Conformal coated circuit board• UV resistant - Tested under ASTM G154Notes• Be sure to close the front panel to maintain waterresistant performance, except when inserting/ejecting a disc.• Do not allow water to contact the unit except thefront panel.• Do not use this unit in the following places:– places where the unit may be subject to high waterpressure, hot springs or bathtubs, etc.– underwater.Type of discs Label on the discCD-DAMP3WMAAACATRAC CD