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[AS29830(ALL)01/95]
If the CD Changer is empty, ªNOº and ªDISCº will flash in the
display and radio play will continue.
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[AS29835(ALL)02/95]
How to change the disc being played
[AS29840(ALL)10/94]
When in the CD mode, you can change discs by pressing the
right side (
a) of the ªTUNE DISCº button (to select the next
discs) or the left side (
b) of the ªTUNE DISCSº button (to
select previous discs). Play will begin on the first track of the
selected disc.
[AS29845(ALL)10/94]
If either side of the button is pressed and held, the CD Changer
will continue fast-forwarding or reversing through the discs in
the disc magazine. During these functions, the display will
indicate the disc number.
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[AS29850(ALL)10/95]
How to change the track being played
[AS29855(ALL)04/94]
There are two ways to change the track being played. You can
use the ªSEEKº or ªSCANº buttons.
[AS29860(ALL)04/94]
n
Using the ªSEEKº function with your CD-Changer
[AS29865(ALL)10/94]
Press the right (
a) side of the ªSEEKº button to seek
forward to the next track of the current disc. After the last
track has been completed, the CD player automatically
changes to the next disc.
[AS29870(ALL)04/94]
Press the left (
b) side of the ªSEEKº button to seek to the
previous track on the current disc.
[AS29875(ALL)04/94]
n
Using the SCAN function with your CD Changer
[AS29880(ALL)10/94]
Press the ªSCANº button to move forward to the next track.
Approximately an eight-second sampling of the track will be
played before moving to the next track. The display will
indicate the disc and track number (dd-tt). At the end of the
disc, the CD Changer automatically changes to the next disc.
[AS29885(ALL)04/94]
To end the scan mode, press the ªSCANº button a second
time.
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[AS29905(ALL)04/95]
Operating the CD Compression feature
[AS29910(ALL)04/94]
Because of the wide dynamic range of Ford's 6-CD Changer
System, soft passages may be difficult to hear under certain
driving conditions while maintaining a reasonable volume level
in the louder passages. The compression feature will bring these
soft and loud passages closer together for a more consistent
listening level.
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[AS29915(ALL)01/95]
To turn the compression on, press the ªCOMPRESSº/#5 button.
When the compression feature is activated, the display will
indicate ªCº.
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[AS29916(ALL)02/95]
Operating the Shuffle feature
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[AS29917(ALL)01/95]
While in the CD mode, pressing the ªSHUFFLEº/#6 button will
randomly select a track from the disc currently being played.
The display will indicate ªSHFº followed by the disc and track
number (dd-tt).
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[AS29918(ALL)01/95]
The CD Changer will continue to randomly select tracks for
play until the shuffle feature is turned off by pressing the
ªSHUFFLEº button a second time.
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[AS29919(ALL)02/95]
HowtostopCDplay
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[AS29920(ALL)01/95]
While in the CD mode, press the ªAM/FMº button to stop CD
play and resume radio play. Also, loading a cassette into the
cassette deck will stop CD play and begin cassette play.
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[AS29935(ALL)02/95]
CD Error Messages
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[AS29936(ALL)01/95]
Your system is equipped to diagnose certain problems you may
experience. The error codes are:
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[AS29937(ALL)01/95]
ÐCD E1Ð Mechanism error.
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[AS29938(ALL)01/95]
ÐCD E2Ð Focus error.
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[AS29939(ALL)01/95]
ÐBAD CDÐ Disc unreadable.
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[AS29967(R )05/95]
Midline Stereo and Stereo Cassette Radio
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[AS29970(ALL)08/95]
Using the Controls on Your New Radio
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[AS29972(ALL)10/95]
How to turn the radio on and off
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[AS29973(ALL)01/95]
Press the ªVOL/PUSH ONº knob to turn the radio on. Press
again to turn it off.
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[AS29975(ALL)10/95]
How to adjust the volume
[AS29980(ALL)06/95]
Turn the ªVOL/PUSH ONº knob clockwise to increase the
volume and counterclockwise to decrease the volume. Bars
illuminate in the display to show relative volume level.
*
[AS29985(ALL)10/95]
NOTE: If the volume level is set above a certain listening
level when the ignition switch is turned off, when the
ignition switch is turned back on, the volume will
come back to a ªnominalº listening level. However, if
the radio power is turned off, the volume will remain
in the position it was set at when radio power was
switched off.
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[AS29990(ALL)10/95]
Selecting the AM or FM frequency band
[AS29995(ALL)10/94]
Push the ªAMº/FMª button to select the desired frequency
band or to stop/store cassette tape (when in cassette mode).
These functions are used with the station memory buttons
described underHow to tune radio stations.
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[AS30000(ALL)10/95]
How to tune radio stations
[AS30005(ALL)04/95]
There are four ways for you to tune in a particular station. You
can manually locate the station using the ºTUNEª button,
ºSEEKª button, ºSCANª button, or select the station by using
the memory buttons, which you can set to any desired
frequency. These four methods are described below.
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[AS30130(ALL)10/95]
NOTE: Illuminated bars in the display show relative levels of
bass and treble, and positions of speaker balance and
fader functions (left to right, front to rear).
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[AS30135(R )08/95]
Using the Controls of Your Cassette Tape Player
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[AS30140(R )09/95]
NOTE: Radio power must be on to use the cassette tape
player or eject a tape.
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[AS30145(R )08/95]
How to insert a tape
*
[AS30150(R )09/94]
Your cassette tape player is equipped with power loading. Once
you insert a tape and push slightly (with theopen edge to the
right), the loading mechanism draws the tape the rest of the
way in and play will begin after a momentary tape tightening
process.
*
[AS30155(R )09/95]
NOTE: A cassette tape can be loaded and stored with the
ignition and radio power off.
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[AS30165(R )08/95]
How to locate a desired track on the tape
*
[AS30170(R )09/94]
There are four ways to quickly locate a desired selection on the
tape. You can use the fast forward, rewind, ºSEEKª, or ºSCANª
function. Following are brief descriptions of each.
*
[AS30175(R )09/95]
n
Fast forwarding the tape
*
[AS30180(R )01/95]
To fast forward the tape, press the ºFFª button. The radio
will begin playing until fast forward is manually stopped (by
pushing the ºTAPEª button) or the end of the tape is
reached.
*
[AS30185(R )01/95]
At the end of the tape, the direction automatically reverses
and plays the other side of the tape.
*
[AS30190(R )08/95]
n
Rewinding the tape
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[AS30195(R )01/95]
To rewind the tape, press the ºREWª button. The radio will
begin playing until rewind is manually stopped (by pushing
the ºTAPEª button) or the beginning of the tape is reached.
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[AS30200(R )08/95]
n
Using the ºSEEKª function with your cassette tape player
*
[AS30205(R )08/95]
While in the tape mode, push the right (
a) side of the
ºSEEKª button to seek forward to the next selection on the
tape. Push the left (
b) side to seek the previous tape
selection.
*
[AS30210(R )08/95]
n
Using the ºSCANª function with your cassette tape player
*
[AS30215(R )01/95]
Press the ºSCANª button to begin the forward scan mode on
the tape currently playing, stopping on each tape selection
for approximately an eight-second sampling (display
indicates ºSCª).
*
[AS30220(R )01/95]
To stop the scan mode on the presently sampled tape
selection, press ºSCANª a second time.
*
[AS30225(R )08/95]
n
How to change the side of the tape being played
*
[AS30230(R )01/95]
The alternate side of the tape can be selected by pressing the
ºSIDE 1-2ª button.
*
[AS30235(R )08/95]
How to eject the tape
*
[AS30240(R )01/95]
To stop the tape and eject the cassette, press the ºEJª button.
The radio will resume playing if the radio power is on. The
tape cartridge can be ejected with radio power (and/or ignition)
on or off.
[AS30245(R )06/95]
HowtoswitchfromtapetoAM/FMmode
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[AS30247(R )01/95]
Press the ºAM/FMª button to stop the tape player and resume
radio play.
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[AS30250(R )08/95]
Using the DolbyHB noise reduction feature
*
[AS30255(R )08/95]
NOTE: Noise reduction system manufactured under license
from Dolby Labs Licensing Corporation. ºDolbyª and
double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
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[AS30260(R )04/95]
Push thekbutton to activate Dolby B Noise Reduction. Push
again to deactivate.
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[AS30345(R )08/95]
Tips on Caring for the Cassette Player and Tapes
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[AS30350(R )08/95]
In order to keep your cassette tape player performing the way it
was meant to, read and follow these simple precautions:
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[AS30355(R )08/95]
n
Using a Ford Cassette Cleaning Cartridge to clean the tape
player head after 10-12 hours of play will help maintain the
best playback sound and proper tape operation.
*
[AS30360(R )08/95]
n
Only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less should be
used. Tapes longer than 90 minutes are thinner and subject
to breakage or may jam the tape player mechanism.
*
[AS30365(R )08/95]
n
Protect cassettes from exposure to direct sunlight, high
humidity and extreme heat or cold. If they are exposed to
extreme conditions, allow them to reach a moderate
temperature before playing.
*
[AS30370(R )08/95]
n
If a tape is loose inside the cassette, tighten it before playing
by putting your finger or a pencil into one of the holes and
turning the hub until the tape is tight.
*
[AS30375(R )08/95]
n
Loose labels on cassette tapes can become lodged in the
mechanism. Remove any loose label material before inserting
cassette.
*
[AS30380(R )08/95]
n
Do not leave a tape in the cassette tape player. High heat in
the vehicle can cause the cassette to warp.
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[AS30401(ALL)08/95]
Clock Operation
*
[AS30411(ALL)08/95]
How to view the clock mode
[AS30421(ALL)09/94]
Press the ºCLKª button to display time. The time will continue
to be displayed until a radio or tape function is chosen. After
approximately 10 seconds, the time will again appear in the
display. To display radio or tape information only, press the
ºCLKª button a second time.
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[AS30431(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: The clock can be displayed or set whether the ignition
is on or off.
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[AS30441(ALL)08/95]
How to set the clock
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[AS30451(ALL)08/95]1.
Turn the radio on.
[AS30461(ALL)04/95]2.
Press and hold the ºCLKª button, press the right (
a) side of
the ºSEEKª button to increase hours. Press the left (
b) side
of the button to decrease hours. Press the right (
a) side of
the ºTUNEª button to increase minutes. Press the left (
b)
side of the button to decrease minutes.
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[AS30471(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: The clock displays 12-hour time with no AM/PM
indications.
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[AS35200(ALL)08/95]
Common Radio Reception Conditions
*
[AS35300(ALL)08/95]
Several conditions prevent FM reception from being completely
clear and noise-free, such as the following:
*
[AS35400(ALL)08/95]1.
Distance/Strength
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[AS35500(ALL)08/95]
The strength of the FM signal is directly related to the distance
the signal must travel. The listenable range of an average FM
signal is approximately 25 miles (40 kilometers). Beyond this
distance, the radio is operating in a fringe area and the signal
becomes weaker.
*
[AS35600(ALL)08/95]2.
Terrain
*
[AS35700(ALL)08/95]
The terrain (hilly, mountainous, tall buildings) of the area over
which the signal travels may prevent the FM signal from being
noise-free.
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[AS35900(ALL)08/95]
If there is a building or large structure between the antenna and
station, some of the signal ºbendsª around the building, but
certain spots receive almost no signal. Moving out of the
ºshadowª of the structure will allow the station to return to
normal.
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[AS36000(ALL)08/95]
When the radio waves are reflected off objects or structures, the
reflected signal cancels the normal signal, causing the antenna to
pick up noise and distortion. Cancellation effects are most
prominent in metropolitan areas, but also can become quite
severe in hilly terrain and depressed roadways.
*
[AS36100(ALL)08/95]
To minimize these conditions, a stereo/mono blend circuit has
been incorporated into this system. This feature automatically
switches a weak stereo signal to a clearer monaural signal,
which improves the quality of reception.
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[AS36200(ALL)08/95]
Several sources of static are normal conditions on AM
frequencies. These can be caused by power lines, electric fences,
traffic lights and thunderstorms.
*
[AS36300(ALL)08/95]
Another reception phenomenon isStrong Signal Capture and
Overload. This can occur when listening to a weak station and
when passing another broadcast tower. The close station may
capture the more distant station, although the displayed
frequency does not change. While passing the tower, the station
may switch back and forth a few times before returning to the
original station.
*
[AS36400(ALL)08/95]
When several broadcast towers are present (common in
metropolitan areas) several stations may overload the receiver,
resulting in considerable station changing, mixing and
distortion.
*
[AS36500(ALL)08/95]
Automatic gain control circuitry for both AM and FM bands has
been incorporated into this system to reduce strong signal
capture and overload.
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