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Xplōd CD Receiver

Model number: CDX-GT530UI
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Model features: Detachable faceplate, front auxiliary input, MP3/WMA/AAC playback, USB 1-wire for iPhone™, iPod® and Walkman® MP3 player, satellite radio and HD Radio® ready

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$139.99

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Connect to your music with the CDX-GT530UI Xplōd® GT Series CD receiver. Featuring USB 1-wire and auxiliary ports, it's a snap to connect, charge and control your iPod® or Walkman® MP3 player. In addition to being HD Radio® or satellite radio ready, you can mix it up and play a CD containing your favorite MP3, WMA or AAC files. This receiver also provides multiple ways to flip through your tunes including Passenger Control, Zappin™ and Quick BrowZer™ with Jump Mode.

USB5 1-Wire for iPod®2 and other USB devices

USB5 1-Wire for iPod®2 lets you directly connect, charge, and control your digital music player via the USB jack in the front of the unit, as well as view metadata like song title and artist on the front display.

MP3/WMA/AAC playback1 with DM+2

Multi-format playback lets you play CDs, CD-Rs, or CD-RWs loaded with hundreds of MP3, WMA, or AAC songs1. Hear the music on your recorded CDs and MP3s in their original vibrancy with DM+ (Digital Music Plus), an original Sony® codec enhancer that reproduces detailed and high-frequency sound from compressed audio.

52W x 4 max output power

The Sony Xplōd® CDX-GT530UI delivers 52 watts of peak power to all four speakers for bass-pumping sound.

Passenger Control

Passenger Control lets your co-pilot control the music playing from your iPod® via a connected wire, and as they scan through your music, artist and album information is conveniently shown on the receiver display.

Satellite radio3 / HD Radio®4 ready

The CDX-GT530UI integrates seamlessly with satellite radio3 Sony® BUS adaptors so you can receive digital satellite radio broadcasts and HD Radio®4 ready so you can receive digital audio broadcasts.

Wireless Card Remote included

Control the basic functions of your Sony Xplod® system while keeping your eyes on the road.

Quick-BrowZer® with Jump Mode and Zappin™

Quick-BrowZer® lets you search and select songs by category, including artist, album, genre, or playlist. Jump Mode gets you closer to the song you want by allowing you to fast forward through a music category in 10 percent increments. With Zappin™, you can play music in six-, nine-, or 30-second clips until you find the song you're looking for.

Front Auxiliary input

The front auxiliary input lets you connect almost any portable audio device to your car's sound system.

Low Pass Filter and High Pass Filter

A built-in LPF (Low Pass Filter) and HPF (High Pass Filter) work to deliver overall better sound, and the LPF features a phase shift function that reduces low-end reverberation.

Product Specifications

Audio Features

  • Level Control : -8dB ~ +18dB

Convenience Features

  • CD Text Display : Yes
  • Illumination : Blue
  • On-Screen Clock : 12H

Power

  • Current Drain : 3 - 5 amps
  • Input Power : 12 V DC car battery (negative ground (earth))
  • Output Power : 52W x4 High Power - 17 watts per channel minimum continuous average power into 4 Ohms, 4 channels driven from 20 Hz to 20 kHz with no more than 5% total harmonic distortion.
  • Power Consumption (in Operation) : 45W

Weights and Measurements

  • Dimensions (Approx.) : 178 x 50 x 179mm
  • Weight (Approx.) : 1.2Kg

Amplifier Section

  • Speaker Impedance : 4-8 Ohms

Capability

  • CD : CD, CD-R / CD-RW (MP3 / WMAfiles)
  • Component Compatible : Sony BUS Control with CD-Text

General

  • Color : '07 Gun Metallic

Tuner

  • FM Usable Sensitivity : 10 dBf
  • Frequency Response : 20 - 15,000 Hz
  • S/N Ratio : 70 dB
  • Selectivity : 75 dB at 400 kHz
  • Stereo Separation : 40 dB at 1 kHz

Audio

  • Audio Format : BTM
  • Band : AM / FM
  • CD Playback : Wow and flutter-Below measurable limit
  • Digital-to-Analog Converter : 24bit
  • Frequency Response : 10-20,000Hz
  • Output Impedance : 4-8 Ohms
  • Preout Voltage : 2 volt
  • S/N Ratio : CEA2006 S/N 82 dB
  • Sensitivity (db) : FM:Usable sensitivity (75)(dBf): 10
  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio (dB) : CD: 120dB
  • Station Preset(s) : FM18/AM12
  • Tone Control(s) : Low: +/-10 dB at 60Hz (XPLOD) Mid: +/-10dB at 1kHz (XPLOD) High: +/-10dB at 10kHz (XPLOD)
  • Tuner Frequency Range : FM:Tuner Frequency Range(MHz): 87.5-107.9, AM:Tuner Frequency Range(kHz): 530-1710
  • Tuner Type : SSIR-EXA
  • Volume Control : Tel/Nav Attenuation
  • Wow and Flutter : Below Measurable Limit

Convenience

  • Menu Options : Auto Title Scroll
  • Tilt Range : 45°

Inputs and Outputs

  • 12V Trigger Output(s) : Power antenna Amplifier turn on
  • Analog Audio Input(s) (Total) : Front Aux-In
  • Antenna Terminal(s) : Aerial Input Terminal
  • Audio Out (Variable/Fixed) : Speaker outputs (sure seal connectors)
  • Digital Audio Input(s) : -Ability to use all forms of USB devices may vary as not all devices are compatible. This unit can be connected to the following iPods. Update your iPod to the latest software before you use it. -iPod Nano 1st generation* -iPod Nano 2nd generation (aluminum) -iPod Nano 3rd generation (video) -iPod 5th generation (video)* -iPod Classic -iPod Touch -iPhone * When you connect iPod Nano1st generation or iPod 5th generation, Passenger Control is not available. -This unit is compliant with MSC (Mass Storage Class) and MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) type USB devices compliant with the USB standard. -This unit cannot recognize USB devices via a USB hub. If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit that are not covered in this manual, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
  • Infrared Port : Remote Controller Input Terminal
  • Input(s) : BUS audio input terminal, Front USB5, Front Aux In
  • USB Port(s) : USB Full-Speed

Video Features

  • Display Technology : LCD

In the Box

  • Parts for installation and connections (1 set)
  • Card remote commander: RM-X151

Product Profile

Support

Product Warranty

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CDX-GT530UI 5 5 1 1
Incredible value, Amazing performance super easy to install, easy to operate, amazing sound. I love this unit. It is a great basic player with all of the aux inputs and outputs you need and a great value for the dollar. September 6, 2009
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VIEW FOOTNOTES


1. Not all MP3, WMA, AAC files may playback due to file variations. Copyright protected ACC-LC files cannot be played back.

2. Ability to use all generations of iPod products may vary as not all products are compatible.

3. Satellite radio service requires a satellite radio tuner and service subscription, sold separately.

4. HD Radio® capability requires an optional HD Radio tuner (XT-100HD).

5. Ability to use all forms of USB devices may vary as not all devices are compatible.










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