1996 VOLVO 850 Owners Manual

1996 Volvo 850
Press the " " or " " button to search within a track. While the button is depressed the pl\
aying
time for this track will be displayed.
pg. 1:63 CD - Remote (certain models)

A - Changing the selected track number

Press "
" for forward selection or " " for backward selection. The chosen disc number and track
number will be displayed.

B - Playing-time display

When the "CHGR" button is pressed the playing time for current track is \
displayed for 5 seconds.

C - Scan

Press this button to listen to the first ten seconds of each track. Pres\
s it again to stop scanning.
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A - Random choice

Press "RND" to actuate the random mode. From a disc chosen at random, 4 \
tracks will be played (also
chosen at random). A new disc will then be played in the same way. "RND\
" will be displayed when this
function is engaged.

B - Pause

If you press the "volume" knob the disc is stopped, the unit is silent a\
nd "PAUSE" is displayed. To
restart the disc press the knob again.

C - To re-enter Radio mode

There are two ways to re-enter Radio mode:
l Push one of the waveband selector buttons
l Push the "AUTO" button

D - To re-enter Tape mode

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If a cassette is already inserted, the tape deck will re-engage if the "\
TAPE" button is pressed.

E - To re-enter CD mode

If the CD function has been disconnected and the CD has not been ejected\
, the CD mode can be re-
entered by pressing the "CD" button.

F - To re-enter CD changer mode

If the CD changer function has been disconnected, the CD changer mode ca\
n be reentered by pressing
the "CHGR" button. pg. 1:65 Technical specifications
SC-815

Power output: 4 x 20 W (10% dist.)
Output impedance: 4 Ohms
System voltage: 12 Volts, negative ground

Radio

System: PLL (Phase Lock Loop) system with tuned RF (Radio Frequency)\
front and end automatic wide
band gain control. Electronic suppression circuitry (noise killer).

Frequency range: FM 87.9-107.9 MHz
AM 530-1710 kHz

Sensitivity: FM 1.1µV
AM 20 µV

Stereo separation 35dB
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Cassette deck 4-track, 2-channel stereo

Full logic electronic tape transport
Tape speed: 4.76 cm/sec.
Channel separation 53dB
Frequency range 30-15000 hz
S/N 56 dB without Dolby B NR
S/N 66dB with Dolby B NR
Wow and Flutter less than 0.06%
Pinch-off
"Dolby" and the double D symbol
are the trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation. Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby\
Laboratories Licensing
Corporation.




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CD remote changer

The CD changer, which is available separately, is loaded with a cartridg\
e containing 6 discs. Extra
cartridges are available at your Volvo retailer.
Insert the discs into the cartridge, label (A) up.
Insert the cartridge and close the cover.
Eject the cartridge by pressing the eject button (B).
Remove the discs by depressing the lock tabs (C).

Operating tips :

l Before using a new disk for the first time, remove any burrs in the cent\
er/outer edge by running the
stem of a pen or similar object around the hole/edge of the disc.
l Use high quality discs only.
l Keep the discs clean. Wipe them with a soft, clean, lint-free cloth, wor\
king from the center outwards.
If necessary, dampen the cloth with a neutral soap solution. Dry thoroug\
hly before using.
l Never use cleaning spray or anti-static liquid. Use only cleaners specif\
ically made for CD's.
l Use discs of the correct size only (3.5" discs should never be used). \
l Do not put tape or labels on the disc itself.
l Volvo does not recommend the use of plastic outer rings on the disc.
l Condensation may occur on discs/optical components of the changer in col\
d winter weather. The disc
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can be dried with a clean, lint-free cloth. Optical components in the CD\
changer may, however, take up
to one hour to dry off.
l Never attempt to play a disc which is damaged in any way.
l When not in use, the discs should be stored in their covers. Avoid stori\
ng discs in excessive heat,
direct sunlight or dusty locations.
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Sending signals

The FM waves do not follow the earth's surface nor do they bounce off th\
e atmosphere. For this reason
their range is limited. The AM waves follow the earth's surface and refl\
ect against the atmosphere,
giving them a wide range.
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Weak reception (fading)

Because of the limited range of the FM senders and the fact that these w\
aves are very reflective, this
problem usually occurs with FM reception. If the sender is blocked by bu\
ildings or mountains, static can
result.


Static

The reason why FM but not AM is audible is covered parking areas, under \
bridges, etc., is that FM
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signals reflect against solid objects such as buildings. Because these w\
aves are very reflective, static can
result. This static is the result of the reflected signal and the direct\
signal reaching your antenna at
slightly different times causing a cancellation of all signals. This pro\
blem occurs largely in built-up
areas. To help minimize this situation, turn down the treble. pg. 1:68 Audio systems, general information

Cross modulation

If you listen to a weak station in the vicinity of a stronger one, both \
stations may be received
simultaneously.

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