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17. • Manual tuning


• TP-fast forward/Rewind • CD-Music search UP/DOWN


18. CD eject (single) 19. CD slot 20. Cassette slot 21. Display 22. Waveband selector (AM) 23. Waveband selectors (FM) 24. • Anti-theft LED


• Disc in LED (single)


TP = Applicable only in Tape Mode


CD = Applicable only when in CD mode and


connected to a CD changer.


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Anti-theft code


Anti-theft LED


COMPACT


DISC IN


ANTI-THEFT


SC-816


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Anti-theft code The radio features anti-theft circuitry. If the set is removed from the vehicle or if the battery power is disconnected, a special code must be entered to enable operation of the set. Your Volvo retailer will supply you with this code.


NOTE: Volvo recommends that you store the radio code in a safe place.


A red LED will flash when the key had been removed from the ignition to confirm that the anti-theft circuitry has been activated.


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To enter the code After installation or when the set has been disconnected from power, the set displays ”CODE” when it is switched on. Enter the 4-digit code using the preset buttons. If the correct code is entered the set is ready to use. If you enter an incorrect code you must enter the correct code again from the beginning.


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Incorrect code If an incorrect code has been entered ”EEEE” is displayed. Enter the correct code. After three unsuccessful coding attempts the set will lock and remain locked for two hours. ”OFF” is displayed. During this waiting period: • the battery must be connected • the ignition key must be turned to position I • the unit must be turned on Make sure the headlights are turned off to help prevent battery drain (please refer to page 20
for information on turning the headlights off). Enter the code again once this time has elapsed.


Radio SC-816


DISC IN


ANTI-THEFT


COMPACT


SC-816


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A - On/off switch Push the button to switch on the radio. Press the button to turn the radio off.


B - Volume control Turn the button clockwise to increase the volume. The volume control is electronic and has no end stop.


C - Waveband selector The desired waveband is set by pressing one of the waveband selector buttons. The frequency and waveband is shown on the display. NOTE: There are two FM wavebands and one AM waveband. This makes it possible to store 2 x 6 FM stations and 6 AM stations in the memory.


D - Setting frequency selection The radio can be used in most parts of the world by changing the frequency selection intervals as follows: Depress and hold preset button 5 and turn the radio ON. ”USA” will flash on the display. Each time button 5 is pressed, the frequency selection will change from ”USA” to ”AUS”, etc. When the correct country name is displayed, wait 5 seconds and the radio will be ready for use.


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E - Manual tuning Press the left side tune button to tune to lower frequencies and the right side to tune to higher frequencies. The tuned frequency is displayed.


ST will be displayed to indicate stereo FM reception.


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DISC IN


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B/C


A - Seek tuning up/down Press the left side tune button to tune to lower frequencies and the right side to tune to higher frequencies. The radio seeks the next audible station and stops there. If you wish to continue the seek tuning, press the tune button again.


B - Preset programming 1. Tune to the desired frequency. 2. Depress and hold a preset button. The audio will cut out. Keep the button depressed until the audio comes on again (approx. 2
seconds).


3. The frequency is now stored on this preset


button.


C - Preset buttons To select a pre-programed radio frequency, depress the preset button. The set frequency will be displayed.


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Radio SC-816


COMPACT


DISC IN


ANTI-THEFT


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DOLBY B NR


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A - Automatic programming (Auto) Please note that this function will not interfere with pre-stored stations on buttons 1-6. This function automatically seeks and stores up to 8 strong AM or FM stations. This is especially useful when travelling in areas where radio stations are unfamiliar. 1. Depress and hold the ”AUTO” button for at least 1 second. A number of strong stations (max. 8) on the chosen waveband are now automatically stored in the memory.


The lowest frequency station is heard. If there are no audible stations, ”- - - - ” is displayed.


2. Press the ”AUTO” button (for less than 1


second) to obtain another autostored station. A new station will be selected each time the button is pressed momentarily.


B - Bass control Adjust the bass by sliding the control up or down (up to increase, down to decrease). A ”detent” indicates ”equalized” bass.


C - Treble control Adjust the treble by sliding the control up or down (up to increase, down to decrease). A ”detent” indicates ”equalized” treble.


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Radio SC-816


DISC IN


ANTI-THEFT


A - Fader control Adjust front/rear speaker balance by sliding the control up or down. (Up to direct more sound to the front speakers, down to direct more sound to the rear speakers. The ”detent” indicates ”equalized” front /rear balance position.


B - Pause function Press the ”volume” knob to temporarily mute the sound. ”PAUSE” is displayed.


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COMPACT


ACS


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C - Balance control Pull out the ”volume” knob and adjust the left/ right balance by turning the knob counter- clockwise or clockwise. D - Scan Press this button to listen to each station for five seconds. Press it again to stop scanning.


E - Active sound control (ASC) The ASC function automatically adjusts the volume level of the audio system according to driving speed. To deactivate ASC depress the “CD“ button until “ASC“ is no longer displayed. To activate ASC, depress the “CD“ button until “ASC“ is displayed (approx. 2 seconds).


Cassette deck


COMPACT


DISC IN


ANTI-THEFT


SC-816


DOLBY B NR


A - Cassette slot The cassette is inserted with the open side to the right (side 1 or A of the cassette upwards). When the cassette is inserted, the radio is disengaged and the cassette will start to play automatically. ”TAPE ” or ”TAPE ” is displayed to indicate which side of the tape is being played. When one side of the tape has been played the unit will automatically play the other side (auto-reverse). The cassette can be inserted or ejected even when the unit is switched off.


B - Reversing the tape (PROG) Press the button to play the other side of the tape.


and rewound


. "FF" will be displayed while


C - Fast winding The tape is advanced with with advancing the tape. "REW" will be displayed while rewinding the tape. Fast winding can be stopped by pressing the tuning button or the TAPE button again.


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D - Dolby B NR button Press this button when you use tapes recorded with the Dolby B noise reduction system. The Dolby symbol display.


will be indicated in the


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Cassette deck


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ANTI-THEFT


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DOLBY B NR


COMPACT


C - Pause If you press the ”volume” knob the tape is stopped, the unit is silent and ”PAUSE” is displayed. To restart the tape press the knob again.


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D - Scan Press this button to listen to the first five seconds of each song. Press it again to stop scanning. "SCAN" will be displayed. There must be a gap (no audio sound) of approx. 5
seconds between songs for this function to operate.


button and the tape will


A - Next selector Press the automatically advance to the next song. There must be a gap (no audio sound) of approx. 5 seconds between songs for this function to operate.


button and the tape will


B - Previous selector Press the automatically rewind to the previous song. There must be a gap (no audio sound) of approx. 5 seconds between songs for this function to operate.


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Cassette deck


COMPACT


DISC IN


ANTI-THEFT


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A - Cassette eject If the button is pressed the tape will stop and the cassette will be ejected. The radio will be automatically engaged. The radio, CD or CD changer will engage automatically (depending on which mode was activated before the tape was played).


B - To re-enter Radio mode Push one of the waveband selector buttons When the unit re-enters Radio mode, the cassette will not be ejected.


D - 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.


C - To re-enter Tape mode If the Tape function has been disconnected and the cassette has not been ejected, the Tape mode can be re-entered by pressing the ”TAPE” button.


E - To re-enter CD changer mode If the CD changer function has been disconnected, the CD changer mode can be re- entered by pressing the ”CHGR” button.


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CD - Single


"Disc in" LED


DISC IN


ANTI-THEFT


COMPACT


SC-816


DOLBY B NR


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B - CD mode selector Press “CD” to actuate the CD mode. The track last listened to will continue to play. If the CD- player is empty, ”NO CD” will be displayed.


C - CD eject If the button is pressed the CD will stop and the disc will be ejected. The radio will be automatically engaged. The radio, tape or CD changer will engage automatically (depending on which mode was activated before the CD was played). NOTE: If the CD eject button is pressed and the disc is not removed within 12 seconds, the disc will be drawn into the CD player again.


A - CD slot With the audio system on, insert a disc into the slot with the label side up. When the CD is inserted, the radio is disengaged and the CD will start to play automatically. The CD can be inserted or ejected even when the unit is switched off. When the CD has been inserted into the player, the “DISC IN“ light will always be ON even if the radio, tape deck or CD changer are in use.


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CD- Single


COMPACT


DISC IN


ANTI-THEFT


SC-816


DOLBY B NR


A - Music search Press the track. While the button is depressed the playing time for this track will be displayed.


button to search within a


or


B - Changing the selected track number Press backward selection. The disc number and the chosen track number will be displayed.


for forward selection or


for


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C - Playing-time display When the "CD" button is pressed the playing time for the current track is displayed for 5
seconds.


D - Scan Press this button to listen to the first ten seconds of each track. Press it again to stop scanning.


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CD - Single


DISC IN


ANTI-THEFT


COMPACT


SC-816


DOLBY B NR


A - Random choice Press “RND” to actuate the random mode. From a disc, tracks will be played at random*. “RND” will be displayed when this function is engaged.


* The random function may cause a disc to be played more than once before playing through all discs.


B - Pause If you press the ”volume” knob the disc is stopped, the unit is silent and ”PAUSE” is displayed. To restart the disc press the knob again.


C - To re-enter Radio mode Push one of the waveband selector buttons


D - To re-enter Tape mode If a cassette is already inserted, the tape deck will reengage if the ”TAPE” button is pressed.


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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 can be re- entered by pressing the ”CHGR” button.


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CD - Changer (retailer option)


DISC IN


ANTI-THEFT


COMPACT


SC-816


DOLBY B NR


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B - Disc number selector Depress one of the preset buttons (1-6) to select the disc number desired. The selected disc number and track number will be displayed.


C - Music search Press the track. While the button is depressed the playing time for this track will be displayed.


button to search within a


or


A - CD changer mode selector Press “CHGR” to actuate the CD changer mode. The disc/track last listened to will continue to play. If the CD-changer cartridge* is empty, ”0-00” will be displayed. If there is no cartridge in the changer "- - - -" will be displayed. If a selected disc does not exist, the disc number and ”-00” will be displayed and the next disc will be automatically selected.


*The functions pertaining to the CD-changer are only applicable if the unit has been connected to the Volvo CD-changer, which is sold separately as an accessory. If no CD-changer is connected to the unit "EEEE" will be displayed if you happen to choose CHGR mode.


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CD - Changer (retailer option)


COMPACT


DISC IN


ANTI-THEFT


SC-816


DOLBY B NR


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A - Changing the selected track number Press backward selection. The chosen disc number and track number will be displayed.


for forward selection or


for


B - Playing-time display When the "CHGR" button is pressed the playing time for the current track is displayed for 5 seconds.


C - Scan Press this button to listen to the first ten seconds of each track. Press it again to stop scanning.


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CD - Changer (retailer option)


DISC IN


ANTI-THEFT


COMPACT


DIGITAL AUDIO


SC-816


DOLBY B NR


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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 and ”PAUSE” is displayed. To restart the disc press the knob again.


C - To re-enter Radio mode Push one of the waveband selector buttons.


D - To re-enter Tape mode If a cassette is already inserted, the tape deck will reengage 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 can be re- entered by pressing the ”CHGR” button.


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Dolby noise reduction is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.


“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. The Dolby Pro Logic Surround System is manufactured under licence from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.


Technical specifications SC-816
Power output: Output impedance: System voltage:


4 x 60 W (10% dist.) 4 Ohms 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). The Radio is equipped with FM diversity. Frequency range: AM FM Sensitivity: AM FM Stereo separation:


530 - 1710 kHz 87.7 - 107.9 MHz


20µV 1.1µV 35 dB


Cassette deck 4-track, 2 channel stereo Full logic electronic tape transport


4.76 cm/sec. 53 dB 30-15000 hz 56 dB without Dolby B NR dB with Dolby B NR < 0.06%


Tape speed: Channel separation Frequency range S/N (120 µV) S/N (120 µV) Wow and Flutter Pinch off


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The following pages describe the function and operation of your SC-901.


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Audio system SC-901 (certain models)


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3-DISC CHANGER


COMPACT


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DOLBY B NR


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15


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10


1. On/off (press)


• Volume (turn) • Balance (pull out and turn)


2. CD player - on/off 3. CD mode selector - on/off 4. Cassette deck - on/off 5. • Bass control


• Volume control - sound effects


(pull and turn)


6. Treble control 7. • Balance control front/rear (fader) • Volume control - center speaker


(pull and turn)


8. Preset buttons


• CD 3 disc selector 1-3
• CD 6 disc selector 1-6
9. Waveband selector (FM)


10. Waveband selector (AM) 11. • Autostore memory • CD - random play


12. • News


• Radio text


13. • Program type selector


• Dolby B noise reduction 14. Traffic information selector 15. • Manual tuning knob • Track selector - CD • Scanning


16. Pro Logic Surround Sound 17. Cassette slot 18. Display 19. CD slot 20. Fast forward


• CD - forward search


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• Tape - forward search • Radio - frequency up


21. Fast rewind


• CD - backwards search • Tape - backwards search • Radio - frequency down


22. • CD - next track • Tape - next track • Radio - next station (seek up)


23. • CD - repeat previous track • Tape - repeat previous track • Radio - next station (seek down)


24. • CD - open 25. • Anti-Theft indicator


• CD - warning indicator


26. Cassette eject 27. PROG - reversing the tape


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Anti-theft code


3-DISC CHANGER


COMPACT


CDEJECT


ANTI-THEFT


SC-900


Anti-theft light (LED)


DOLBY B NR


To enter the code After installation or when power has been disconnected, ‘CODE’ appears in the display when the set is switched on. Enter the 4-digit code using the preset buttons. If the correct code is entered, the set is ready to use. If you enter an incorrect code, you must enter the correct code again from the beginning.


Anti-theft code The radio features anti-theft circuitry. If the set is removed from the vehicle or if the battery power is disconnected, a special code must be entered to enable operation of the set. Your Volvo retailer will supply you with this code.


NOTE: Volvo recommends that you store the radio code in a safe place.


A red LED will flash when the key had been removed from the ignition to confirm that the anti-theft circuitry has been activated.


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Incorrect code If an incorrect code has been entered, ‘CODE Repeat’ is displayed. Enter the correct code. After three unsuccessful coding attempts, the set will lock and remain locked for two hours. ‘System Off’ appears in the display. During this waiting period: • the battery must be connected • the ignition key must be turned to position I • the unit must be turned on Make sure the headlights are turned off to help prevent battery drain (please refer to page 20
information on turning the headlights off). Enter the correct code after the two hours have elapsed.


Radio SC-901


A B


3-DISC CHANGER


COMPACT


CDEJECT


ANTI-THEFT


SC-900


DOLBY B NR


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A - On/off switch Press the button to switch the radio on/off.


B - Volume control Turn this knob clockwise to increase the volume. The volume control is electronic and has no stop point.


C - Waveband selector Press the "FM" or "AM" button to select the waveband you require. The name of the station and the waveband will appear in the display. NOTE: There are three FM bands and one AM band. This allows you to store 3 x 6 FM stations and 6 AM stations. By pressing the FM button repeatedly you can switch between FM 1, FM 2 and FM 3.


D - Manual tuning knob Turn this knob clockwise to select higher frequencies and counterclockwise for lower frequencies. Stored frequencies appear in the display.


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Radio SC-901


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COMPACT


CDEJECT


ANTI-THEFT


SC-900


DOLBY B NR


B C


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display. If there are no sufficiently strong signals, ‘No Station’ is displayed.


2. Press the ‘AUTO’ button (for less than one second) if you want to change to one of the other auto-stored stations. A new auto- stored station will be selected each time the button is pressed.


B - Preset programming 1. Tune to the desired frequency. 2. Press a preset button (the audio will cut out) and keep it pressed until the audio comes on again (approximately two seconds).


3. The frequency is now stored on this preset


button.


C - Preset buttons To select a preprogramed radio program, press the appropriate preset button. The stored program will appear in the display.


A - Automatic programming of stations Please note that this function will not interfere with pre-stored stations on buttons 1-6. This function automatically seeks and stores up to 10 strong AM or FM stations in a separate memory. This is especially useful when travelling in areas where radio stations are unfamiliar. 1. Press and hold the ‘AUTO’ button for at


least one second. A number of strong stations (max. 10) on the chosen waveband are now automatically stored in the memory. An ‘A’ now appears to the right in the


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Radio SC-901


3-DISC CHANGER


COMPACT


CDEJECT


ANTI-THEFT


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DOLBY B NR


CB


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A - Bass control Adjust the bass by pressing the button to extend the control and then turning it to the left (less bass) or to the right (more bass). A ”detent” indicates ”equalized” bass. Press the button back in when you have set the level.


B - Treble control Adjust the treble by pressing the button to extend the control and then turning it to the left (less treble) or to the right (more treble). A ”detent” indicates ”equalized” treble. Press the button back in when you have set the level.


C - Fader - Balance control front/ rear Adjust front/rear speaker balance by pressing the button to extend the control and then turning it to the left (more sound from the front speakers) or to the right (more sound from the rear speakers). A ”detent” indicates ”equalized” balance. Press the button back in when you have set the level.


D - Balance control right/left Pull out the ‘volume’ button and turn clockwise/counterclockwise to adjust the balance between the right/left speakers. The balance is shown in the display.


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RBDS, Automatic tuning Radio Broadcast Data System - (RBDS) The SC-901 radio is equipped with an advanced system allowing information from broadcasters to be transmitted inaudibly together with the audio signal. This information is then decoded by the SC-901
and made available for several new and unique features. The RBDS or Radio Broadcast Data System operates in the FM band only, and the information transmitted is supplied by participating broadcasters. Volvo has no control over the accuracy of the data or information. Please refer to pages 175-179
regarding specific descriptions and operation of these functions. Volvo was among the first to pioneer this technology throughout Europe and it is slowly making its way to North America. Coverage by local broadcasters may be limited at this time, but as the technology and benefits grow, you will find the SC-901 radio ready to take advantage of this system.


Automatic tuning This feature may not apply in your area. If you tune into a station using RBDS, the frequency is displayed followed by the name of the station in letters. The AF function ensures that the radio automatically tunes into the most powerful transmitter for the selected program. Keep the FM button pressed down for at least two seconds. ‘AF Switch OFF’ appears in the


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3-DISC CHANGER


COMPACT


CDEJECT


ANTI-THEFT


SC-900


DOLBY B NR


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If the TP button is depressed, the station seek function will only seek stations which broadcast this particular type of program. Press the button to switch off this function.


B - Scanning Press this button to listen to each station for 8
seconds. If the unit is in tape or CD mode, each track will play for ten seconds.


display for two seconds. If you want to switch on the AF function, press the FM button for less than one second. ‘AF Switch ON’ then appears in the display. ‘AF Switch ON’- Automatic station tracking is activated ‘AF Switch OFF’- Automatic station tracking is deactivated


A - Station seek up/down Press the left side of the station seek button to seek for lower frequencies and the right side for higher frequencies. The radio seeks the next audible station and stops there. Press the button again to continue searching.


Traffic Program


3-DISC CHANGER


COMPACT


CDEJECT


ANTI-THEFT


SC-900


DOLBY B NR


Traffic Program (TP) This feature may not apply in your area and only functions with FM broadcasts. Please refer to the RBDS information on page 174. By pressing the TP button, RBDS stations broadcasting traffic information can be heard. ‘TP’ is displayed when this function is switched on. If the unit is in tape or CD mode when the radio receives traffic information, the respective function will be interrupted and the announcement is received at the volume selected for traffic information. As soon as the announcement is over, the previous volume will be restored and the tape or CD will start to play again.


• Traffic information can only be received


when TP is displayed.


• If TP is flashing, it means that either no traffic information is being broadcast by the current transmitter or the signal is too weak. After approximately 70 seconds, an audible signal will be heard, indicating that you should change to a stronger TP transmitter. To turn off this signal: - Turn the radio off - Press and hold down the TP button and turn the radio on. By pressing the TP button again, you can turn the TP alarm on or off.


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The radio will function normally again after 5 seconds.


• Press the TP button again if you want to stop listening to a traffic announcement.


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News


3-DISC CHANGER


COMPACT


CDEJECT


ANTI-THEFT


SC-900


DOLBY B NR


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NEWS This feature may not apply in your area and only functions with FM broadcasts. Please refer to the RBDS information on page 174. Press the NEWS button to seek a station broadcasting news programs.


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Program type - PTY


3-DISC CHANGER


COMPACT


CDEJECT


ANTI-THEFT


SC-900


DOLBY B NR


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4. If the radio finds a station of the selected


program type, it will tune in this station and the station’s name will appear in the display. If no station with the selected program type is found, ‘No PTY’ will appear in the display for five seconds and the radio will revert to the previous station.


For general information on RBDS functions, please refer to page 174.


Program type The ‘PTY’ function enables you to select different types of program. If you want to search for a specific program type: 1. Press the PTY button for less than 1 second.


The program type of the currently selected radio station will be displayed.


2. By turning the manual tuning knob, it is


possible to scroll through the different program types.


3. When you have found a program type you


want to select, press the manual tuning knob to begin the search. During the search, the chosen program type will flash in the display.


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PTY preset buttons


3-DISC CHANGER


COMPACT


CDEJECT


ANTI-THEFT


SC-900


DOLBY B NR


2. Turn the manual tuning knob to display


different program types.


3. Press one of the preset buttons for at least 2


seconds to store your choice of program type on that button.


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Using the PTY preset buttons Press one of the preset buttons to select a program type. The program type stored on that button will be displayed and a station broadcasting that type of program will be selected. Press the same button again to select a new station broadcasting the same type of program. For general information on RBDS functions, please refer to page 174.


PTY preset buttons Program types are factory-preset as follows: Button 1 - Top 40
Button 2 - Classical Button 3 - News Button 4 - Rock Button 5 - R&B Button 6 - Country These settings can be reprogrammed according to your preferences. To change the default settings: 1. Press the PTY button for less than 1 second to enter the PTY preset programming mode.


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Volume setting, Radio text


3-DISC CHANGER


COMPACT


CDEJECT


ANTI-THEFT


SC-900


DOLBY B NR


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A - Volume for traffic information If you change the volume during a traffic announcement, this volume setting will be stored automatically and used for future traffic information.


B - Automatic volume control The Auto Volume function adjusts both the volume and frequency response according to vehicle speed. To enable/disable (switch on or off) this function:


• Hold down preset button 1 while switching


on the radio. The current setting (ON or OFF) will be displayed.


• Press preset button 1 to toggle between ON


and OFF. After five seconds, the display will return to normal and your selection (ON or OFF) will be stored.


C - Radio Text (RT) Certain RBDS stations broadcast general information on programs, music, weather, etc. in text form. This information can be displayed by pressing the NEWS button for approximately 2
seconds. If no text information is available, “No radio text“ will be displayed.


WARNING! The Radio Text function should not be used by the driver while the car is in motion as this could create a traffic hazard.


For general information on RBDS functions, please refer to page 174.


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Cassette deck


3-DISC CHANGER


COMPACT


CDEJECT


ANTI-THEFT


SC-900


DOLBY B NR


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C - Fast winding The tape is advanced with ‘FF’ and rewound with ‘REW’. ‘FF’ (fast forward) or ‘REW’ (rewind) appear in the display when fast winding. Fast winding can be stopped by pressing the button again.


D - Next track If you press the ‘NXT’ button, the tape will automatically advance to the next track. There must be a gap (no audio sound) of approx. 5
seconds between songs for this function to operate.


E - Previous track If you press the ‘RPT’ button, the tape will automatically rewind to the previous track. There must be a gap (no audio sound) of approx. 5 seconds between songs for this function to operate. ‘NXT’ and ‘RPT’ flash when the tape is either fast forwarding or rewinding. NOTE: This radio is equipped with background FF/REW and NXT/RPT functions. This means that you can listen to the radio or a CD by selecting either of these modes while a tape is being wound.


A - Cassette slot Insert the cassette with the open side to the right (side 1 or A upwards). When the cassette is inserted, the radio is automatically switched off and the cassette will start to play. ‘Tape side A’ or ‘Tape side B’ will appear in the display to indicate which side of the tape is being played. When one side of the tape has been played, the unit will automatically play the other side (auto-reverse). The cassette can be ejected up to five minutes after the key has been taken out of the ignition.


B - Reversing the tape (PROG) Press this button if you want to play the other side of the tape. The side of the tape being played will be displayed.


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Cassette deck


CDEJECT


ANTI-THEFT


3-DISC CHANGER


COMPACT


SC-900


MTL


DOLBY B NR


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A - Pause If you press the ‘TAPE’ button, the tape will stop, the sound will cut off and ‘PAUSE’ will appear in the display. Press the ‘TAPE’ button to restart the tape.


B - Dolby B noise reduction Press this button if you are playing a tape which has been recorded with the Dolby B noise reduction system. The Dolby symbol


appears in the display.


C - Metal tapes If you are playing a metal tape (CrO2) ‘MTL’ appears in the display.


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Cassette deck


3-DISC CHANGER


COMPACT


CDEJECT


ANTI-THEFT


SC-900


DOLBY B NR


CE


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A - Cassette eject If you press this button, the tape will stop and the cassette will be ejected. The radio, CD 3
player or CD 6 changer will be automatically switched on depending on which mode was used before the tape was played.


B - To return to the radio mode Press the FM, AM or AUTO button to return to the radio mode. The radio will then be switched on without the cassette being ejected.


C - To return to the tape mode If the cassette deck has been switched off, but the cassette has not been ejected, you can return to tape mode by pressing the ‘TAPE’ button.


D - To return to the CD 3 mode If the CD player has been switched off, but the cartridge has not been ejected, you can return to the CD 3 mode by pressing the CD 3 button.


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E - To return to the CD 6
changer mode If the CD 6 changer has been switched off, you can return to the CD 6 changer mode by press- ing the CD 6 button.


CD 3 player


3-DISC CHANGER


COMPACT


CDEJECT


ANTI-THEFT


SC-900


DOLBY B NR


3901375A


A - CD 3-slot When you insert a cartridge, the unit will automatically switch modes and the CD 3 will start playing. A cartridge can be inserted even if the unit is switched off. To operate: • Insert the discs into the cartridge, label side


up.


• Insert the cartridge in the CD 3 slot, in the direction indicated by the arrow on the top side of the cartridge.


• Eject the cartridge by pressing button C. • Remove the discs from the cartridge by


pulling the lock tab for the disc you wish to remove (1). Carefully pull the disc out of the cartridge (2).


3901310A


B - CD 3 player mode - on Press the CD 3 button to activate the CD player. The last track to be played will start playing. If there is no disc in the cartridge, the cartridge will automatically be ejected. Choose disc 1, 2 or 3 with the preselect buttons 1-3.


C - CD 3 eject If you press this button, the CD 3 player will stop and the cartridge will be ejected. The radio, cassette deck or CD 6 changer will automatically be switched back on, depending on which function was used last. NOTE: Do not pull the cartridge while it is in operation, as this may damage the mechanism.


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CD 3 player


CA


3-DISC CHANGER


COMPACT


CDEJECT


ANTI-THEFT


SC-900


DOLBY B NR


3901311A


A - Music search Press the ‘FF’ or ‘REW’ buttons to search within a track. While the button is pressed, the playing time for this track is displayed.


B - Changing tracks Press ‘NXT’ to move forward to the next track, ‘RPT’ to repeat the previous track or turn the manual tuning knob. The selected disc number and track number will appear in the display.


C - Playing-time display When the ‘FF’ or ‘REW’ buttons are pressed, the playing time for the current track is displayed for 5 seconds.


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CD 3 player


3-DISC CHANGER


COMPACT


CDEJECT


ANTI-THEFT


SC-900


DOLBY B NR


EB


F D


3901312A


A - Random choice Press ‘RND’ to activate the random function. The unit will play the tracks on the disc in a random* order. ‘RND’ (random) appears in the display while the function is on.


B - Pause If you press the CD 3 button, the CD 3 player stops, the sound is switched off and ‘Pause’ appears in the display. Press the CD 3 button again to restart the CD 3 player.


E - To return to the CD 3 mode If the CD 3 player has been switched off but the cartridge has not been ejected, you can return to the CD 3 mode by pressing the CD 3
button.


* The random function may cause a disc to be played more than once before playing through all discs.


C - To return to the radio mode Press the FM or the AM button.


D - To return to the tape mode If a cassette is already inserted, you can return to tape mode by pressing the ‘TAPE’ button.


F - To return to the CD 6
changer mode If the CD 6 changer has been switched off, you can return to the CD changer mode by pressing the CD 6 button.


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CD 6 changer (retailer option)


3-DISC CHANGER


COMPACT


CDEJECT


ANTI-THEFT


SC-900


DOLBY B NR


3901368A


CD 6 changer The CD 6 changer, which is available separately, is loaded with a cartridge which can accommodate 6 discs. If no CD 6 changer is connected, pressing the CD 6 button will have no effect. To operate: • Slide the lid on the CD changer forward and press the eject button to remove the cartridge.


• Pull out the tray and place the disc on it, label up. Insert the tray into the cartridge.


• Insert the cartridge in the CD changer in the direction indicated by the arrow on the top


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3901313A


B - Disc number selector Press one of the preselect buttons (1-6) to select the disc number required. The selected disc number and track number will be displayed.


C - Music search Press the ‘FF’ or ‘REW’ buttons to search within a track. While the button is pressed, the playing time for this track is displayed.


side of the cartridge, and close the cover. • Remove the discs from the cartridge by


pulling out the trays.


A - CD 6 changer - on Press the ‘CD 6’ button to activate the CD 6
mode. The CD 6 changer will start playing the last disc and track to be played. If the CD 6
changer cartridge is empty, ‘No Disc’ will appear in the display. If a selected disc does not exist, the disc number and ‘CD X-00’ (X is the disc number) will appear in the display, and the next disc will automatically be selected. If there is no cartridge in the CD 6
changer, ‘No Magazine’ will appear in the display.


CD 6 Changer (retailer option)


3-DISC CHANGER


COMPACT


CDEJECT


ANTI-THEFT


SC-900


DOLBY B NR


A - Changing the selected track number Press ‘NXT’ to move forward to the next track, ‘RPT’ to repeat the previous track or turn the manual tuning knob. The selected disc number and track number will be displayed.


3901314A


B - Playing-time display When the ‘FF’ or ‘REW’ buttons are pressed, the playing time for the current track is displayed for 5 seconds.


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CD 6 Changer (retailer option)


3-DISC CHANGER


COMPACT


CDEJECT


ANTI-THEFT


SC-900


DOLBY B NR


FB


3901315A


A - Random choice Press ‘RND’ to activate the random function. Randomly selected tracks will play from randomly selected discs. ‘RND’ (random) appears in the display while the function is on.


B - Pause If you press the CD 6 button, the sound is switched off and ‘Pause’ appears in the display. Press the CD 6 button again to restart the CD 6
changer.


C - To return to the radio mode Press the FM or the AM button.


D - To return to the tape mode If a cassette is already inserted, you can return to tape mode by pressing the ‘TAPE’ button.


E - To return to the CD 3 mode If the CD 3 player has been switched off but the cartridge has not been ejected, you can return to the CD 3 mode by pressing the CD 3
button.


F - To return to the CD 6
changer mode If the CD 6 changer has been switched off, you can return to the CD 6 changer mode by pressing the CD 6 button.


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Dolby Pro Logic Surround Sound (certain models)


3-DISC CHANGER


COMPACT


CDEJECT


ANTI-THEFT


SC-900


DOLBY B NR


3903730a


3901317A


Dolby Pro Logic Surround Sound Together with a center speaker mounted at the center of the dash, Dolby Pro Logic Surround Sound offers much clearer and more realistic sound. Through a connection to a special decoder (optional on certain models), as well as a center speaker (option), the normal left-right stereo channels are divided into left-center- right. In addition, "surround" sound can be created from the car’s rear speakers. Most modern discs are recorded so that vocals are heard in the center foreground, while the orchestra is heard across the entire left-right range, as well as from behind.


A - Engaging Surround Sound Press the ‘MODE’ button to engage the center speaker and the surround unit. The mode selected will be displayed. "3 CH" = center speaker also engaged. "Dolby Pro Logic" = Dolby Pro Logic engaged with surround effect from rear speakers *.


B - Center speaker volume control First press the button in slightly to pop it out, then pull the button out completely and turn it to adjust the volume of the center speaker.


C - Surround effect volume control First press the button in slightly to pop it out, then pull the button out completely and turn it to adjust the volume level from the rear speakers (Dolby Pro Logic only).


* SC-900 - will not function in AM or FM Radio mode. SC-901 - will not function in AM Radio mode.


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Other settings


3-DISC CHANGER


COMPACT


CDEJECT


ANTI-THEFT


SC-900


A B


DOLBY B NR


• Press preset button 1-5 within 5 seconds: Preset button 1 = set bass (60 Hz) Preset button 2 = set mid-range bass (200 Hz) Preset button 3 = set lower mid- range (800 Hz) Preset button 4 = set upper mid- range (3 kHz) Preset button 5 = set treble (12 kHz) • Adjust the setting by turning the Tune knob


clockwise (increase) or counterclockwise (decrease). The change can be seen in the display, as well as heard.


• Use preset button 6 to adjust the settings of


the front or rear speaker.


A - Settings for individual markets Settings for individual markets are usually adjusted in the factory or at the retailer. If you need to change this setting: switch off the radio; hold down preset button 5 (A); switch on the radio (A) and press preset button 5
again until the relevant market (US, AUS or EU) appears.


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3901318A


AA


B - Setting the internal equalizer To select the frequency correction: • Switch off the radio. • Hold down preset button 2 (B). • Switch the radio on again. • Press button 2 until the desired curve appears : S70-V70-S40-V40-Custom.


Setting the custom equalizer (Custom EQ) - SC-901 only • Select "Custom EQ" by switching off the radio, holding down preset button 2 and switching the radio again. Select "Custom" (see point B).


• Press Scan.


F = Front R = Rear Please note that the equalizer curves can be adjusted separately for the front and rear speakers.


• When you are satisfied with the adjustments


you have made, press Scan again to store the settings.


• Press Scan once again to exit the settings


• To select "Custom EQ", press the Volume


mode.


knob.


Technical specifications


Alert ‘Alert!’ will be displayed in the radio's display when emergency information is broadcast. This function is used to warn drivers in the event of a serious accident or disaster situation.


Dolby noise reduction is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.


“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. The Dolby Pro Logic Surround System is manufactured under licence from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.


CAUTION: The supplementary amplifier may be mounted under the front passenger's seat. If the floor of the car has become soaked for any reason, do not turn on the radio. This would cause damage to the amplifier. Contact a Volvo retailer.


SC-901
Output (center speaker): Output (supplementary amplifier): Frequency range: S/N: Output impedance: System voltage:


1 x 25 W 4 x 100 W, 10% dist 30 - 20,000 Hz min.74 dB rel. to 1 W 4 Ohms 12 V, negative ground


Radio Volvo’s SC-901 stereo system contains a microprocessor-controlled radio receiver with PLL (Phase Lock Loop), designed for RBDS (Radio Broadcast Data System). The SC-901 must be connected to a separate power amplifier. Frequency range: AM FM Sensitivity: AM FM Stereo separation:


530 - 1710 kHz 87.7 - 107.9 MHz


2.2 µV 1.1 µV 35 dB


Cassette deck 4-track, 2-channel stereo Full logic electronic tape transport


Tape speed: Channel separation: Frequency range: S/N (120 µV): Wow and Flutter: Pinch-off


4.76 cm/sec. 40 dB 30 - 15,000 Hz 50 dB < 0.07%


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Audio systems, general information Cassettes • Store cassettes in their cases. • Do not touch the tape surface with your


fingers.


• Tapes should not be exposed to direct


sunlight or extreme temperatures.


• Keep tapes away from oil, grease and other


contaminants.


• For optimal tape deck performance Volvo


does not recommend the use of C-120
tapes.


• Take up slack using a pen or a pencil before


inserting a cassette in the cassette slot.


Cassette cleaning We recommend the use of the Volvo Cleaning Cassette available as a genuine Volvo accessory. Regular use improves sound quality, cleans vital parts and prevents tape tangle.


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Compact disc care • Before using a new disc for the first time, remove any burrs in the center/outer edge by running the stem of a pen or similar object around the hole/edge of the disc.


• Use high quality discs only. • Keep the discs clean. Wipe them with a soft,


clean, lint-free cloth, working from the center outwards. If necessary, dampen the cloth with a neutral soap solution. Dry thoroughly before using.


• Never use cleaning spray or antistatic


liquid. Use only cleaners specifically made for CD’s.


• Use discs of the correct size only (3.5" discs


should never be used).


• Do not put tape or labels on the disc itself. • Volvo does not recommend the use of


plastic outer rings on the disc.


• Condensation may occur on discs/optical components of the changer in cold winter weather. The disc 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.


• Never attempt to play a disc which is


damaged in any way.


• When not in use, the discs should be stored


in their covers. Avoid storing discs in excessive heat, direct sunlight or dusty locations.


Audio systems, general information


Sending signals The FM waves do not follow the earth’s surface nor do they bounce off the atmosphere. For this reason their range is limited. The AM waves follow the earth’s surface and reflect against the atmosphere, giving them a wide range.


Weak reception (fading) Because of the limited range of the FM senders and the fact that these waves are very reflective, this problem usually occurs with FM reception. If the sender is blocked by buildings or mountains, static can result.


00AL0162


Static The reason why FM but not AM is audible in covered parking areas, under bridges, etc, is that FM signals reflect against solid objects such as buildings. Because these waves 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 problem occurs largely in built- up areas. Your car is equipped with a dual antenna system which helps alleviate this problem.


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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. If the car is moved a short distance, the weaker signal may be heard more clearly.


FM - reasons for distortion FM is affected by the electrical systems of nearby vehicles, especially those without suppression. The distortion increases if the station is weak or poorly set. The FM reception is not as sensitive to electrical disturbance as AM.


AM - reasons for distortion AM reception is sensitive to electrical disturbances such as power lines, lightning, etc.


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Audio systems, general information Diversity antenna (dual antenna system) Certain models are equipped with the optional Diversity dual antenna system. Two antennas are connected to the radio through two separate sockets, allowing for better reception and reducing the effects of static or multipath distortion of FM reception.


Radio antennas NOTE: Always lower the antenna when using an automatic car wash or entering a garage.


The antenna should be cleaned at least every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or more frequently if needed. Use WD40 for cleaning. Spray the antenna with WD40 and wipe it clean and dry with a rag. Spray it again. Lower and raise the antenna. Wipe it clean and dry again. Lower and raise the antenna 4-6 times. Make sure it is dry and free from dirt or lubricating oil.


FM stereo reception Stereo reception places very high demands on the signal quality which means the type of distortions previously mentioned become even more obvious. The signal strength needs to be stronger for good stereo reception and this limits the effective range of the sender. We hope that this information proves to be useful and provides you with a better understanding of the problems related to car radio reception. Reception conditions are not always optimum and this is, of course, beyond our control. However, we have endeavored to make the Volvo Audio System of a quality that will enable you to enjoy the best possible reception no matter what the reception conditions may be.


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ABS ............................................................. 17
Air conditioning .......................................... 35
Air filter - engine ....................................... 119
Air mix ........................................................ 33
Air vents ...................................................... 33
Airbag (SIPS) ................................................ 8
Airbag (SRS) ................................................. 4
Alarm ........................................................... 45
Ambient temperature sensor ........................ 25
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .............. 17,74
Antifreeze .................................................... 77
Ashtrays ....................................................... 31
Audio systems


General information .............................. 192
SC-813 .................................................. 140
SC-816 .................................................. 153

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