Sony DCC-FMT3 Operating Instructions Manual

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2 Connect the stereo mini plug to the headphone jack on the portableaudio device.If your portable audio device has separate settings for headphone and LINEOUT, set the portable audio device to the headphone setting. Sound may bedistorted if it is connected to LINE OUT.3 Insert this transmitter (this unit) into the cigarette lighter socket.4 Start playback on the portable audio device.Notes• Do not activate any bass boost or equalizer function on the portable audiodevice. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the portable audiodevice.• Set the volume control of the portable audio device as high as possible, butnot so high that the audio signal becomes distorted. If sound is still low,turn the volume up on the car radio.5 Route the antenna cable inside the car for best audio reception fromthis unit.The method to install the antenna cable will depend on your cartype. Find the position that provides the best reception, and theninstall the cable.About the antenna cable magnetThe antenna cable is supplied with a magnet attached at the end. Itis used to anchor the cable to a metal part of the car, such as apassenger’s seat rail (see illustration below). The magnet preventsthe antenna cable from moving (which causes unstable audioreception from this unit), or getting caught on anything (forexample, when getting in or out of the car). Fixing the cable’sposition also stabilizes it’s location for the best reception from thisunit.NoteBe careful to line the cable so that it will not interfere with driving, becomeentangled with passenger movements, or be damaged by seat adjustments,etc.2-636-433-11(1)Operating InstructionsMode d’emploiManual de instruccionesFM Transmitterfor Car Radio©2005 Sony Corporation Printed in ChinaDCC-FMT3For customers who purchased this product in the USAPlease register this product on line athttp://www.sony.com/productregistration.Proper registration will enable us to send you periodic mailings about newproducts, services, and other important announcements.Registering your product will also allow us to contact you in the unlikelyevent that the product needs adjustment or modification. Thank you.EnglishWARNINGTo reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose thisapparatus to rain or moisture.To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualifiedpersonnel only.Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-incabinet.To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not place objects filled withliquids, such as vases, on the apparatus..You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved inthis manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.NoteThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS-210 of the IC rules.Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may notcause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, includinginterference that may cause undesired operation of the device.FeaturesWith this unit, you can enjoy listening to audio played on portable audio devicesthrough a car FM radio. Music from portable audio devices such as an HDD,flash memory, MD or CD WALKMAN*, etc., is transmitted to the car’s FMradio via FM radio waves.Fuse replacementIf this unit does not work correctly, check the fuse in the cigarette lighter plug.If the fuse is blown, replace it.1 Pull this unit out of the cigarette lighter socket.2 Detach the end of the plug by turning it counter-clockwise.3 Take out the fuse.4 Check the fuse.If the fuse is blown, go to Step 5.If no fuse is blown, go to Step 6.5 Install a new fuse.Use a fuse of the correct amperage, as stated on the fuse compartment of thisunit (1 A, 125 V, 20 mm).6 Insert the fuse.7 Reattach the end of the plug by turning it clockwise firmly.Notes• Use of a higher amperage fuse may cause serious damage or fire.• Do not use a piece of wire instead of a fuse.• If the replaced fuse blows again, consult your dealer.Precautions• Do not attempt to connect this unit, or to operate this unit, a portable audiodevice, or a car radio while driving or waiting at a traffic signal. Park in a safeplace first.• Unplug this unit from the cigarette lighter socket whenever the engine of thecar is not running. Depending on the car type, even if the ignition key is off, thepower supply may not turn off automatically. In this case, this may causeunnecessary car battery consumption.• When not in use, unplug this unit from the cigarette lighter socket and store in asafe place where it will not interfere with your driving or become entangled inparts of the car interior (seat, door, etc.).• Be sure to fully secure the portable audio device connected to the unit to avoidmoving when braking.• Route the antenna cable or signal cable properly so that they will not interferewith your driving or become entangled in parts of the car interior (seat, door,etc.).• Never yank or pull the antenna cable or signal cable. This may causemalfunctions or wire breaks.• Do not drop or hit the unit. This may cause malfunctions.• This unit may become warm while using. This is not a malfunction.TroubleshootingShould any problem persist after you have made the following checks, consultyour nearest Sony dealer.There is no sound from the portable audio device to the car radio.❒ This unit is not fully plugged into the cigarette lighter socket.c Insert this unit correctly and securely.❒ This unit is not fully connected to the portable audio device.c Connect this unit correctly and securely.❒ The transmission frequency of the unit and the FM car radio do not coincide.c Set both the unit and the FM car radio to the same frequency.❒ There is no sound from the connecting portable audio device.c Start playback on the portable audio device.c Set the volume control of the portable audio device as high as possible butnot so high that the audio signal becomes distorted.The volume is low.❒ The volume of the portable audio device is set too low.c Set the volume control of the portable audio device as high as possible butnot so high that the audio signal becomes distorted.If sound is still low, turn the volume up on the car radio.FuseCigarette lighterplugEnd of theplugto tightento removePortable audiodevicePortable audiodeviceto a cigarettelighter socket

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