🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Aiwa

Model:

CDC X217 / CDC X2170 / CDC X3170 / CDC X4170

Product Type:

Car CD Receiver

Product Category:

Car Audio / Automotive Electronics

👋 Introduction

Segment:

Aftermarket Car Audio Receivers

Competitors:

JVC, Kenwood, Pioneer, Sony (contemporary aftermarket head unit manufacturers)

Functionality:

CD playback, AM/FM Radio reception, amplification for speakers, potential for pre-outs for amplifiers

Brand:

Aiwa was a well-respected consumer electronics brand, particularly known for its audio equipment, including car audio systems.

Users:

Car audio enthusiasts, DIY installers, repair technicians, owners seeking parts for maintenance or upgrades.

📋 Manual Details

Systems Covered:

Service parts identification for Aiwa Car CD Receivers

Total Pages:

41

Type:

Parts List Manual

Language:

English

Format:

PDF

📖 Manual Coverage

Audio System:

CD Player, Radio Tuner, Amplifier, Pre-amplifier components

Control Interface:

Front Panel Controls, Display components, Button mechanisms

Power Management:

Internal power supply components, fuse identification

Connectivity:

Wiring harness connectors, RCA outputs, antenna connection points

Part Identification:

Listing of all replaceable service parts with corresponding part numbers

Assembly Disassembly:

Implied through detailed parts breakdown, aids in component replacement

Troubleshooting Support:

Facilitates identifying faulty components for repair

Depth:

Detailed component-level breakdown for service and repair

📊 Manual Specifications

File Type:

Digital Document

Searchable Text:

Likely (typical for PDF manuals)

Quality:

High-resolution digital scans for clear part diagrams and numbers

Binding:

N/A (Digital Download)

Paper:

N/A (Digital Download)

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Type:

N/A (This is a manual for a car stereo, not a vehicle engine)

🔧 Transmission

Type:

N/A (This is a manual for a car stereo, not a vehicle transmission)

📐 Dimensions

Size:

Standard DIN (1-DIN) automotive head unit size for dashboard integration

Mounting Format:

Single-DIN chassis

🛡️ Safety Features

Automotive Safety Integration:

Designed to integrate with a vehicle's electrical system; safety considerations relate to proper installation and fusing.

Protection Circuits:

Likely includes internal protection against voltage spikes and short circuits.

💡 Technology Features

Media Playback:

CD-R/RW playback, standard audio CDs

Display Type:

Likely LCD or VFD (Vacuum Fluorescent Display) for track information and settings

Features:

N/A (No driver assistance features in this era of head units)

Audio Outputs:

Pre-amp outputs (RCA) for connecting external amplifiers are probable for higher-end variants.

Input Options:

Typically AUX input (3.5mm jack) might be present on some models.

🔧 Maintenance

Scheduled Maintenance:

N/A (Component replacement based on failure, not scheduled intervals)

Cleaning Agents:

Mild electronic cleaner for external surfaces; isopropyl alcohol for optical lens cleaning (if applicable and accessible).

Common Failures:

Laser mechanism wear (CD skipping/not reading), display degradation, button failures, amplifier output issues, power supply failures.

Availability:

This manual is essential for sourcing specific replacement parts for these issues.

📚 Vehicle History

Aiwa Legacy:

Aiwa audio products were popular from the 1970s through the early 2000s, known for quality and performance in consumer audio.

Cd Receivers:

These models represent Aiwa's offering in the competitive CD receiver market of their era, likely late 1990s to early 2000s.

Era:

Likely produced during the peak of CD-based car audio, before widespread adoption of digital media (MP3, USB, Bluetooth).

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Product Reviews:

While specific awards for these exact models might be hard to find, Aiwa products generally received positive reviews for performance and value during their production years.