Sony HCD-MX500i Service Manual

SERVICE MANUAL
Sony Corporation
Audio&Video Business Group
Published by Sony Techno Create Corporation
HCD-MX500i/MX550i
SPECIFICATIONS
COMPACT DISC RECEIVER
9-889-872-01
2010E05-1
©
2010.05
Canadian Model
Chinese Model
Singapore Model
HCD-MX500i
AEP Model
HCD-MX500i/MX550i
UK Model
HCD-MX550i
Ver. 1.0 2010.05
• HCD-MX500i is the amplifi er, CD player, tuner, USB (Except Canadian) and iPod/iPhone section in CMT-MX500i.
• HCD-MX550i is the amplifi er, CD player, tuner, USB and iPod/iPhone section in CMT-MX550i.
Model Name Using Similar Mechanism NEW
CD Mechanism Type CDM85CD-DVBU102
Optical Pick-up Block Name KHM-313CAA
Main unit
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
With 6 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 120
10,000 Hz; rated 30 watts
per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 10% total harmonic
distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output.
Amplier section
European model:
DIN power output (rated): 25 watts + 25 watts (6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
Continuous RMS power output (reference): 30 watts + 30 watts (6 ohms at
1 kHz, 10% THD)
Music power output (reference): 30 watts + 30 watts (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10%
THD)
Other models:
DIN power output (rated): 25 watts + 25 watts (6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
Continuous RMS power output (reference): 30 watts + 30 watts (6 ohms at
1 kHz, 10% THD)
Input
AUDIO IN (stereo mini jack): Sensitivity 700 mV, impedance 47 kilohms
Outputs
SPEAKERS: Accepts impedance of 6 ohms
CD player section
System: Compact disc and digital audio system
Laser Diode Properties
Emission Duration: Continuous
Laser Output*: Less than 44.6μW
* is output is the value measurement at a distance of 200mm from the
objective lens surface on the Optical Pick-up Block with 7mm aperture.
Frequency response: 20 Hz 20 kHz
Signal-to-noise ratio: More than 90 dB
Dynamic range: More than 90 dB
Tuner section
FM tuner section:
FM stereo, FM superheterodyne tuner
Tuning range:
North American model: 87.5 MHz
108.0 MHz (100 kHz step)
Other models: 87.5 MHz
108.0 MHz (50 kHz step)
Antenna: FM lead antenna
Antenna terminals: 75 ohms unbalanced
Intermediate frequency: 10.7 MHz
DAB/DAB+ tuner section (MX550i only):
FM stereo, DAB/FM superheterodyne tuner
Frequency range*
Band-III: 174.928 (5A) MHz
239.200 (13F) MHz
* For details, see “DAB/DAB+ frequency table” below.
Antenna: DAB/FM lead antenna
Antenna terminal: 75 ohms, F female
DAB/DAB+ frequency table (Band-III)
Frequency Label Frequency Label
174.928 MHz 5A 209.936 MHz 10A
176.640 MHz 5B 211.648 MHz 10B
178.352 MHz 5C 213.360 MHz 10C
180.064 MHz 5D 215.072 MHz 10D
181.936 MHz 6A 216.928 MHz 11A
183.648 MHz 6B 218.640 MHz 11B
185.360 MHz 6C 220.352 MHz 11C
187.072 MHz 6D 222.064 MHz 11D
188.928 MHz 7A 223.936 MHz 12A
190.640 MHz 7B 225.648 MHz 12B
192.352 MHz 7C 227.360 MHz 12C
194.064 MHz 7D 229.072 MHz 12D
195.936 MHz 8A 230.784 MHz 13A
197.648 MHz 8B 232.496 MHz 13B
199.360 MHz 8C 234.208 MHz 13C
201.072 MHz 8D 235.776 MHz 13D
202.928 MHz 9A 237.488 MHz 13E
204.640 MHz 9B 239.200 MHz 13F
206.352 MHz 9C
208.064 MHz 9D
* Frequencies are displayed to two decimal places on this system.
iPod/iPhone section
Compatible iPod/iPhone models:
iPod touch 2nd generation
iPod touch 1st generation
iPod classic 120 GB, 160 GB (2009)
iPod classic 160 GB (2007)
iPod classic 80 GB
iPod nano 5th generation (video camera)
iPod nano 4th generation (video)
iPod nano 3rd generation (video)
iPod nano 2nd generation (aluminum)
iPod nano 1st generation
iPod 5th generation (video)
iPod 4th generation (color display)
iPod 4th generation
iPod mini
iPhone
iPhone 3G
iPhone 3GS
USB section (except for North American model)
Supported bit rate:
MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3): 32 kbps
320 kbps, VBR
WMA: 48 kbps
192 kbps, VBR
AAC: 48 kbps
320 kbps
Sampling frequencies:
MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3): 32/44.1/48 kHz
WMA: 44.1 kHz
AAC: 44.1 kHz
(USB) port: Type A, maximum current 500 mA
General
Power requirements:
North American model: AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Other models: AC 220 V
240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption: 33 watts
Dimensions (W/H/D) (excl. speakers):
Approx. 309 mm × 122 mm × 247 mm
Mass (excl. speakers): Approx. 2.9 kg
Design and specications are subject to change without notice.
Standby power consumption: 0.5 W
Halogenated ame retardants are not used in the certain printed
wiring boards.
• iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc.
• iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc.
• MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
• Windows Media is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other countries.
• This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft Corporation. Use or
distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Micro-
soft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary.
• All other trademarks and registered trademarks are of their respective holders. In this manual, ™
and ® marks are not specifi ed.
Photo: HCD-MX550i

Sony HCD-MX500i Specifications

General

Category	Car Receiver
Brand	Sony
Model	HCD-MX500i
CD Player	Yes
MP3 Playback	Yes
Display	LCD
Remote Control	Yes
Bluetooth	No
Aux Input	Yes
Radio Tuner	AM/FM
Equalizer	Yes

Summary

Specifications

Main Unit Specifications

Details audio power, amplifier specs, inputs, and outputs for the main unit.

iPod and iPhone Compatibility

Lists compatible iPod and iPhone models for the unit's integration.

USB Section Details

Details supported USB audio formats and specifications for non-North American models.

General Unit Specifications

Covers general unit specifications including power requirements, dimensions, and mass.

Servicing Notes and Warnings

Optical Pick-Up Block Handling

Precautions for handling the optical pick-up to prevent electrostatic damage.

Laser Diode Emission Check Safety

Safety guidelines for checking the laser diode emission.

Antitheft Lock Release Procedure

Procedure to release the disc tray lock for anti-theft.

Model Identification

Identifies unit models and their corresponding part numbers.

Disassembly Procedures

Disassembly Flow Overview

Outlines the step-by-step procedure for disassembling the set.

Case Removal

Details the procedure for removing the unit's outer case.

Front Panel Block Removal

Describes the removal process for the front panel assembly.

Optical Pick-Up Block Replacement

Explains the replacement procedure for the optical pick-up block.

Service and Maintenance Procedures

Capacitor Discharge Processing

Procedure for safely discharging capacitors before checking boards.

Opening Tray Without Power

Method to open the disc tray without the unit being powered on.

Board Service Positions

Illustrates service positions for main, BD, SP, FL, JACK, USB, and power boards.

Test Modes

Cold Reset Procedure

Resets the unit to factory default settings, clearing all stored data.

Common Test Mode for Amplifiers

Used to check amplifier operations and settings.

Panel Test Mode Functions

Checks the fluorescent indicator tube, LEDs, and button functions.

CD Ship Mode for Transport

Moves the optical pick-up for safe transport or shipping.

CD Operation and Error Modes

CD Service Mode Operations

Allows free movement of the CD sled motor for cleaning or maintenance.

CD Servo Test Mode

Checks servo system operations of the optical pick-up.

CD Error Code Interpretation

Displays and interprets CD mechanism and optical pick-up error codes.

Electrical Checks and Diagrams

FM Tune Level Check Procedure

Procedure to check FM tuning sensitivity and performance.

Block Diagram: CD and USB

Block diagram showing the CD and USB signal paths.

Block Diagram: Tuner, iPod/iPhone, Audio

Block diagram illustrating tuner, iPod/iPhone, and audio input signal flow.

Block Diagram: Output and Panel

Block diagram for audio output, panel controls, and display drivers.

Block Diagram: Power Supply

Block diagram of the power supply unit and its voltage regulators.

Printed Wiring and Schematic Diagrams

BD96/BD96U Board (Side A) Layout

Printed wiring board layout for the BD96/BD96U board, side A.

BD96/BD96U Board (Side B) Layout

Printed wiring board layout for the BD96/BD96U board, side B.

BD96/BD96U Board Schematic (1/2)

Schematic diagram for the BD96/BD96U board, part 1 of 2.

BD96/BD96U Board Schematic (2/2)

Schematic diagram for the BD96/BD96U board, part 2 of 2.

DAB Board (MX550i) Layout

Printed wiring board layout for the DAB board (MX550i).

DAB Board (MX550i) Schematic

Schematic diagram for the DAB board (MX550i).

Main Board (1/2) Layout

Printed wiring board layout for the main board, part 1 of 2.

Main Board (2/2) Layout

Printed wiring board layout for the main board, part 2 of 2.

Main Board Schematic (1/4)

Schematic diagram for the main board, part 1 of 4.

Main Board Schematic (2/4)

Schematic diagram for the main board, part 2 of 4.

Main Board Schematic (3/4)

Schematic diagram for the main board, part 3 of 4.

Main Board Schematic (4/4)

Schematic diagram for the main board, part 4 of 4.

IP, JACK, SP, USB Boards Layout

Printed wiring board layouts for IP, JACK, SP, and USB boards.

IP, JACK, SP, USB Boards Schematic

Schematic diagrams for IP, JACK, SP, and USB boards.

Panel Boards Layout

Printed wiring board layouts for the KEY and FL boards.

Panel Boards Schematic

Schematic diagrams for the KEY and FL boards.

Power Board Layout

Printed wiring board layout for the power board.

Power Board Schematic

Schematic diagram for the power board.

IC Pin Function Descriptions

CD-MP3 Processor IC Pinout

Details pin functions for the CD-MP3 Processor IC (BD96 Board IC101).

USB Controller IC Pinout

Details pin functions for the USB Controller IC (BD96U Board IC401).

System Controller IC Pinout

Details pin functions for the System Controller IC (Main Board IC401).

Power Control IC Pinout

Details pin functions for the Power Control IC (Power Board IC11).

Exploded Views and Parts Lists

Case Section Exploded View

Exploded view and parts list for the unit's case assembly.

Front Panel Section Exploded View

Exploded view and parts list for the front panel components.

iPod Dock Section Exploded View

Exploded view and parts list for the iPod dock assembly.

Main Board Section Exploded View

Exploded view showing the main board and related components.

Chassis Section Exploded View

Exploded view of the chassis and major sub-assemblies.

CD Mechanism Deck Exploded View

Exploded view and parts list for the CD mechanism deck.

Electrical Parts Lists

BD96/BD96U Board Parts

Parts list for the BD96/BD96U board, including capacitors and connectors.

DAB, FL, IP Board Parts

Parts list for DAB, FL, and IP boards.

IP, JACK, KEY, MAIN Board Parts

Parts list for IP, JACK, KEY, and MAIN boards.

Main, MS-203, Power Board Parts

Parts list for MS-203 board, power board, and vibrator components.

Power, SP, USB Board Parts

Parts list for power, SP, and USB boards, including transistors and resistors.