Sony Xplod In-Dash Double-DIN CD/Cassette Receiver - WX4500X

Product Details

Key Features:

• Dual Media CD/Cassette head unit
  
• Xplod Power: 50W x 4 w/Hi Pass Filter
  
• CD/MD Control w/Custom File™
  
• CD Text®
  
• DSO, EQ7
  
• Sub Preout w/Low Pass Filter
  

Features:

• 8fs, 1-Bit D/A Converter
  (8 times Oversampling) A Digital filter which calculates 7 additional samples between the actual samples, which provides a closer representation the original Analog signal, and therefore better sound quality.
  • (8 times oversampling) A digital filter which calculates 7 additional samples between the actual samples, which provides a closer representation the original analog signal, and therefore better sound quality.
  • A type of digital to analog converter whose output is restricted to only two values. Unlike a multi-bit D/A, in which each bit possesses it's own corresponding output voltage, a 1-bit D/A's output voltage is expressed by means of the time axis; I.e. PWM or PDM.
  • A CD player digital filter method that combines excellent phase linearity with superb suppression of aliasing noise. Yields better stereo imaging.
    
• Active Servo Control
  A proprietary Sony technology for CD and MD players. A circuit which monitors optical tracking and focus functions, among others, and actively adjusts those functions for optimal performance in real time.
  • A proprietary Sony technology for CD and MD players. A circuit which monitors optical tracking and focus functions, among others, and actively adjusts those functions for optimal performance in real time.
    
• 30 Degree Install
  
• CD-R/RW Playback†
  • Selected Sony CD players accommodate not only factory-pressed CD-Audio discs, but also the growing population of consumer-recorded CD-R and CD-RW discs!
    
• CD Text™ (disc/track/title Display)
  A compact disc and player feature utilizing disc, track, and artist information encoded directly on the CD media. Both playback and media components must have CD Text compatibility.
  • A compact disc and player feature utilizing disc, track, and artist information encoded directly on the CD media. Both playback and media components must have CD Text compatibility.
  • When associated with Digital Still Cameras, the "Display" button calls up important information about the camera, i.e. numbers of images remaining and displays it in the LCD. The "Display" button also lets you shut off the LCD while using the view finder to reduce power consumption. Similarly, when associated with Personal Video products, the "Display" button calls up important information about the camera, i.e. battery remaining, number of images etc., and displays it on the LCD or in the viewfinder
    
• Full Logic Cassette Mechanism
  A cassette mechanism where the tape operations are carried out by logic circuits rather than mechanical methods. CD-like Programming becomes possible, along with better reliability.
  • A cassette mechanism where the tape operations are carried out by logic circuits rather than mechanical methods. CD-like programming becomes possible, along with better reliability.
  • Plays up to 32 songs or entire discs in any sequence you choose. On CD changers, programmed songs can be freely mixed from any stored CD.
    
• 9-Track AMS, Repreat, Blank Skip, ATA™ Activation
  • Automatic Music Search. A feature that allows a CD or cassette mechanism to skip forward or backwards to another track.
  • During tape playback, it detects any low level or blank segments which last longer than 3 seconds and automatically fast forwards past them.
  • Automatic Tuner Activation. A feature that allows the tuner to be accessed while a tape deck is rewinding or fast-forwarding.
    
• Dolby® B Noise Reduction
  • Boosts the level of the high frequency range during recording, and tapers the high frequencies during playback, reducing tape hiss by 8 to 10 dB.
    
• SSIR-EXA Tuner
  Sony's proprietary SSIR-EX tuner technology which can actually adjust the tuner's Bandwidth, depending on CURRENT environmental conditions. Improved sound quality and superior adjacent station interference rejection results.
  • Sony's proprietary SSIR-EX tuner technology which can actually adjust the tuner's bandwidth, depending on current environmental conditions. Improved sound quality and superior adjacent station interference rejection results.
  • An improved version of the SSIR FM front end which offer better sensitivity, selectivity, capture ratio and stereo separation specifications.
  • The range of frequencies over which the video display's electronics can respond. This is directly related to the speed at which the monitor can accept information and to the maximum resolution the monitor can display. Bandwidth is expressed in megahertz (MHz)
  • The movement or flow of electrons in an electrical circuit. Measured in Amperes.
    
• 10FM + 10AM Memory Presets
  • A collection of system settings stored in a memory that is virtually instantly recallable, typically at the touch of a button.
    
• CD/MD Control W/Custom File memory
  A feature package that provides intuitive and safe source management for an audio and A/V system. Examples of specific Custom File features include Disc Memo, Station Memo, and Memo List.
  • A feature package that provides intuitive and safe source management for an audio and A/V system. Examples of specific Custom File features include Disc Memo, Station Memo, and Memo List.
  • A Custom File feature that allows the user to assign an eight character name to a disc. Each Custom File CD changer has memory for 110 discs.
    
• DSO
  Proprietary circuitry induces subtle PHASE SHIFT in the Preamp output of the head unit, different in each output channel, to simulate a sound source that is higher in origin. The FREQUENCY RESPONSE in a section of the sound is altered, to further enhance the perception that the sound is originating from a physically higher source. These two factors, Combine to seemingly raise the sound stage, and spread it wider across the dash, even if the speakers are mounted low in the doors.
  • Proprietary circuitry induces subtle phase shift in the preamp output of the head unit, different in each output channel, to simulate a sound source that is higher in origin. The frequency response in a section of the sound is altered, to further enhance the perception that the sound is originating from a physically higher source. These two factors, combine to seemingly raise the sound stage, and spread it wider across the dash, even if the speakers are mounted low in the doors.
  • Delaying a sound wave in order to change its relations to another sound wave.
  • Typically found on head units, a preamp output provides low level, high quality audio signal for use with external amplifiers. Provides an ideal expansion point for high quality audio systems.
  • The ability of a component to reproduce a specific frequency band at a specific level of distortion. The wider the band, the better.
  • A feature found on MiniDisc products that allows the combining of two consecutive tracks together. Tracks will automatically be renumbered.
    
• EQ7
  A built-in equalization circuit providing seven bands of Frequency level adjustment, stored in 7 user-adjustable presets.
  • A built-in equalization circuit providing seven bands of frequency level adjustment, stored in 7 user-adjustable presets.
  • The number of events during a time period. Hertz (Hz) is a measurement of frequency. For audio products, it's the number of times in a second a sound wave's cycle is completed - also expressed in Hertz (Hz)
    
• Xplod Power: 50W x 4 w/HPF
  A Sony proprietary amplifier chip that offers up to 52 watts maximum output (23.2 watts RMS) for Crystal Clear sound, that can overcome virtually any road noise over the full band of frequencies.
  
• Subwoofer Preout w/LPF
  

Specifications:

Tuner

• FM Usable SENSITIVITY (dBf): 8dBf
  
• Selectivity (400kHz): 75dB
  
• S/N Ratio: 65dB
  
• Total Harmonic Distortion (at 1kHz stereo): 0.7%
  
• Channel Separation (at 1kHz): 35dB
  
• FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 30 - 15kHz
  
• AM Usable SENSITIVITY: 30 uV
  

CD

• S/N Ratio: 92 dB
  
• FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 10 - 20kHz
  

Cassette

• Wow & Flutter: 0.08% (WRMS)
  
• FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 30 - 18,000 Hz
  
• S/N Ratio: 67dB (w/Dolby®B NR)
  

Power Amplifier

• Maximum Output Power: 50W x 4 (at 4 ohms)
  
• ADHOC: 23W x 4 (at 4 ohms, 20 - 20kHz, 5% THD)
  
• Speaker IMPEDANCE: 4 - 8 ohms
  
  

Approximate Dimensions:

• Width: 7-1/8"
• Height: 4"
• Depth: 7-3/8"

Approximate Weight:

• Shipping: 10 lbs

Warranty Information:

• Manufacturer Warranty (authorized online retailer):
  • 2 years parts and labor

Footnote:

1. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice
   
2. CD-R and CD-RW Playback in Sony Mobile CD Players:
   
3. In some cases, a CD-R or CD-RW with dirt, scratches or other defects may not play back properly
   
4. Please read and follow all directions for the CD-R/RW media and the CD-R/W Recorder.
   
5. If the CD-R is not finalized at the completion of the recording session, the CD-R may not play back properly.
   

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