Sony Group DSXA55BT FM/AM Digital Media Player User Manual DSX A55BT
Sony Corporation FM/AM Digital Media Player DSX A55BT
(Short-Term Confidential) User Manual

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FM/AM
Digital Media
Player
Operating Instructions GB
Manual de instrucciones ES
To switch the FM/AM tuning step, see page 7.
To cancel the demonstration (DEMO) display, see page 17.
Para cambiar el paso de sintonización de FM/AM, consulta 
la página 7.
Para cancelar la pantalla de demostración (DEMO), consulte 
la página 18.
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Note on the lithium battery
Do not expose the battery to excessive heat 
such as direct sunlight, fire or the like.
Warning
This equipment has been tested and found to 
comply with the limits for a Class B digital 
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable 
protection against harmful interference in a 
residential installation. This equipment 
generates, uses, and can radiate radio 
frequency energy and, if not installed and used 
in accordance with the instructions, may cause 
harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that 
interference will not occur in a particular 
installation. If this equipment does cause 
harmful interference to radio or television 
reception, which can be determined by turning 
the equipment off and on, the user is 
encouraged to try to correct the interference by 
one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the 
equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a 
circuit different from that to which the 
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
TV technician for help.
You are cautioned that any changes or 
modifications not expressly approved in this 
manual could void your authority to operate this 
equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC 
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two 
conditions: (1) this device may not cause 
harmful interference, and (2) this device must 
accept any interference received, including 
interference that may cause undesired 
operation.
This transmitter must not be co-located or 
operated in conjunction with any other antenna 
or transmitter.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation 
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled 
environment and meets the FCC radio frequency 
(RF) Exposure Guidelines. This equipment has 
very low levels of RF energy that it deemed to 
comply without maximum permissive exposure 
evaluation (MPE). But it is desirable that it 
should be installed and operated keeping the 
radiator at least 20 cm or more away from 
person’s body (excluding extremities: hands, 
wrists, feet and ankles).
For the State of California, USA only
Perchlorate Material – special handling may 
apply, See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains 
perchlorate
Be sure to install this unit in the dashboard of 
the car for safety.
For installation and connections, see the 
supplied installation/connections manual.
Warning if your car’s ignition has no ACC 
position
Be sure to set the AUTO OFF function 
(page 17). The unit will shut off completely 
and automatically in the set time after the 
unit is turned off, which prevents battery 
drain. If you do not set the AUTO OFF 
function, press and hold OFF until the display 
disappears each time you turn the ignition 
off.
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Caution
IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY BE LIABLE FOR 
ANY INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR 
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR OTHER 
DAMAGES INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, 
LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF REVENUE, LOSS 
OF DATA, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT OR 
ANY ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT, DOWNTIME, 
AND PURCHASER’S TIME RELATED TO OR 
ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, 
ITS HARDWARE AND/OR ITS SOFTWARE.
IMPORTANT NOTICE!
Safe and efficient use
Changes or modifications to this unit not 
expressly approved by Sony may void the 
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Please check for exceptions, due to national 
requirement or limitations, in usage of 
BLUETOOTH equipment before using this 
product.
Driving
Check the laws and regulations on the use of 
cellular phones and handsfree equipment in 
the areas where you drive.
Always give full attention to driving and pull 
off the road and park before making or 
answering a call if driving conditions so 
require.
Connecting to other devices
When connecting to any other device, please 
read its user guide for detailed safety 
instructions.
Radio frequency exposure
RF signals may affect improperly installed or 
inadequately shielded electronic systems in 
cars, such as electronic fuel injection 
systems, electronic antiskid (antilock) 
braking systems, electronic speed control 
systems or air bag systems. For installation 
or service of this device, please consult with 
the manufacturer or its representative of 
your car. Faulty installation or service may be 
dangerous and may invalidate any warranty 
that may apply to this device.
Consult with the manufacturer of your car to 
ensure that the use of your cellular phone in 
the car will not affect its electronic system.
Check regularly that all wireless device 
equipment in your car is mounted and 
operating properly.
Emergency calls
This BLUETOOTH car handsfree and the 
electronic device connected to the handsfree 
operate using radio signals, cellular, and 
landline networks as well as user-
programmed function, which cannot 
guarantee connection under all conditions.
Therefore do not rely solely upon any 
electronic device for essential 
communications (such as medical 
emergencies).
Remember, in order to make or receive calls, 
the handsfree and the electronic device 
connected to the handsfree must be 
switched on in a service area with adequate 
cellular signal strength.
Emergency calls may not be possible on all 
cellular phone networks or when certain 
network services and/or phone features are 
in use.
Check with your local service provider.
Notes on BLUETOOTH function
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Table of Contents
Guide to Parts and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Getting Started
Detaching the Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Switching the FM/AM Tuning Step 
(for non-Argentine models)  . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device. . . . . . . . . . .8
Connecting a USB Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Connecting Other Portable Audio 
Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Listening to the Radio
Listening to the Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Using Radio Data System (RDS) . . . . . . . . . . 11
Playback
Playing a USB Device  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Playing a BLUETOOTH Device. . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Searching and Playing Tracks. . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Handsfree Calling
Receiving a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Making a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Available Operations during Call . . . . . . . . . 16
Settings
Canceling the DEMO Mode  . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Basic Setting Operation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
General Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
BT INIT (BLUETOOTH initialize)  . . . . . . . . 18
Sound Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
EQ3 PRST (EQ3 preset). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
EQ3 LOW, EQ3 MID, EQ3 HIGH  . . . . . . . . 18
BLUETOOTH Setup  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Additional Information
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Specifications  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Troubleshooting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
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Guide to Parts and Controls
The number 2/ALBUM  button has a tactile dot.
 (browse) (page 13)
Enter the browse mode during playback.
SOURCE
Turn on the power.
Change the source.
-OFF
Press and hold for 1 second to turn off 
the power.
Press and hold for more than 2 seconds 
to turn off the power and the display.
If the unit is turned off and the display 
disappears, it is unable you to operate 
with the remote.
Control dial
Rotate to adjust the volume.
ENTER
Enter the selected item.
SELECT
Enter sound setting.
Press and hold to open the general setup 
menu.
 (handsfree)
Receive/end a call.
CALL
Enter the call menu.
Press and hold more than 2 seconds to 
switch the BLUETOOTH signal.
Display window
Main unit
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 (back)
Return to the previous display.
MODE (page 10, 16)
 (front panel release)
SEEK +/–
Tune in radio stations automatically. 
Press and hold to tune manually.
/ (prev/next), / 
(reverse/fast-forward)
Receptor for the remote commander
PTY (program type)
Select PTY in RDS.
Number buttons
Receive stored radio stations. Press and 
hold to store stations.
Call a stored phone number. Press and 
hold to store a phone number.
ALBUM /
Skip an album for audio device. Press and 
hold to skip albums continuously.
PAUSE
SHUF (shuffle)
MIC (page 16)
DSPL (display)
Change display items.
-SCRL (scroll)
Press and hold to scroll a display item.
USB port
AUX input jack
The VOL (volume) + button has a tactile dot.
Remove the insulation film before use.
 ()/ ()
VOL (volume) +/–
SOUND
Open the sound setup menu directly.
-MENU
Press and hold to open the general setup 
menu.
 (+)/ (–)
RM-X231 Remote
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Detaching the Front Panel
You can detach the front panel of this unit to 
prevent theft.
1Press and hold OFF .
The unit is turned off.
2Press  , then remove the panel 
by pulling it towards you.
Caution alarm
If you turn the ignition switch to the OFF 
position without detaching the front panel, 
the caution alarm will sound for a few 
seconds. The alarm will only sound if the 
built-in amplifier is used.
Switching the FM/AM 
Tuning Step (for non-
Argentine models)
Set the FM/AM tuning step of your country. 
This setting appears when this unit is turned 
off.
1Press and hold SELECT.
The setup display appears.
2Rotate the control dial to select 
[TUNER-STP], then press it.
3Rotate the control dial to select 
from [50K/9K], [100K/10K] or 
[200K/10K], then press it.
Setting the Clock
1Press and hold SELECT.
The setup display appears.
2Rotate the control dial to select 
[CLOCK-ADJ], then press it.
The hour indication flashes.
3Rotate the control dial to set the 
hour and minute.
To move the digital indication, press SEEK 
+/–.
Getting Started
Attaching the front panel
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4After setting the minute, press 
SELECT.
The setup is complete and the clock 
starts.
To display the clock, press DSPL.
Preparing a BLUETOOTH 
Device
You can enjoy music, or perform handsfree 
calling, by connecting a suitable BLUETOOTH 
device. For details on connecting, refer to the 
operating instructions supplied with the 
device.
Before connecting the device, turn down the 
volume of this unit; otherwise, loud sound 
may result.
When connecting a BLUETOOTH device 
(cellular phone, audio device, etc.) for the 
first time, mutual registration (called 
“pairing”) is required. Pairing enables this 
unit and other devices to recognize each 
other.
1Place the BLUETOOTH device within 
1 m (3 ft) of this unit.
2Press CALL, rotate the control dial to 
select [PAIRING], then press it.
 flashes.
The unit enters pairing standby mode.
3Perform pairing on the BLUETOOTH 
device so it detects this unit.
4Select [Sony Automotive] shown in 
the display of the BLUETOOTH 
device.
If [Sony Automotive] does not appear, 
repeat from step 2.
5If passkey* input is required on the 
BLUETOOTH device, input [0000].
* Passkey may be called “passcode,” “PIN 
code,” “PIN number” or “Password,” etc., 
depending on the device.
When pairing is made,   stays lit.
6Select this unit on the BLUETOOTH 
device to establish the BLUETOOTH 
connection.
 or   lights up when the connection is 
made.
Pairing and connecting with a 
BLUETOOTH device
[0000]
Input passkey
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Note
While connecting to a BLUETOOTH device, this unit 
cannot be detected from another device. To enable 
detection, enter the pairing mode and search for 
this unit from another device.
To cancel pairing
Perform step 2 to cancel the pairing mode 
after this unit and the BLUETOOTH device are 
paired.
To use a paired device, connection with this 
unit is required. Some paired devices will 
connect automatically.
1Press CALL, rotate the control dial to 
select [BT SIGNL], then press it.
Make sure that   lights up.
2Activate the BLUETOOTH function 
on the BLUETOOTH device.
3Operate the BLUETOOTH device to 
connect to this unit.
 or   lights up.
Icons in the display:
To connect the last-connected device 
from this unit
Activate the BLUETOOTH function on the 
BLUETOOTH device.
Press SOURCE.
Select [BT PHONE] or [BT AUDIO].
Press   (handsfree) to connect with the 
cellular phone, or PAUSE to connect with the 
audio device.
Note
While streaming BLUETOOTH audio, you cannot 
connect from this unit to the cellular phone. 
Connect from the cellular phone to this unit 
instead.
Tip
With BLUETOOTH signal on: when the ignition is 
turned to on, this unit reconnects automatically to 
the last-connected cellular phone.
Connecting a USB Device
1Turn down the volume on the unit.
2Connect the USB device to the unit.
Connecting with a paired 
BLUETOOTH device
Lights up when a cellular phone is 
connected to the unit.
Lights up when an audio device is 
connected to the unit.
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Connecting Other Portable 
Audio Device
1Turn off the portable audio device.
2Turn down the volume on the unit.
3Connect the portable audio device 
to the AUX input jack (stereo mini 
jack) on the unit with a connecting 
cord (not supplied)*.
* Be sure to use a straight type plug.
4Press SOURCE to select [AUX].
To match the volume level of the 
connected device to other sources
Start playback of the portable audio device 
at a moderate volume, and set your usual 
listening volume on the unit.
Press SELECT, and rotate the control dial to 
select [AUX VOL] (page 18).
Listening to the Radio
To listen to the radio, press SOURCE to select 
[TUNER].
1Press MODE to change the band.
2Press and hold SELECT (FM1, FM2, 
FM3, AM1 or AM2).
The setup display appears.
3Rotate the control dial to select 
[BTM], then press it.
The unit stores stations in order of 
frequency on the number buttons.
1Press MODE to change the band 
(FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1 or AM2).
2Perform tuning.
To tune manually
Press and hold SEEK +/– to locate the 
approximate frequency, then press SEEK 
+/– repeatedly to fine adjust to the 
desired frequency.
To tune automatically
Press SEEK +/–.
Scanning stops when the unit receives a 
station. Repeat this procedure until the 
desired station is received.
Listening to the Radio
Storing automatically (BTM)
Tuning
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1While receiving the station that you 
want to store, press and hold a 
number button (1 to 6) until [MEM] 
appears.
1Select the band, then press a 
number button (1 to 6).
Using Radio Data System 
(RDS)
Use PTY to display or search for a desired 
program type.
1Press PTY during FM reception.
2Rotate the control dial until the 
desired program type appears, 
then press it.
The unit starts to search for a station 
broadcasting the selected program type.
Type of programs
The CT data from the RDS transmission sets 
the clock.
1Set [CT-ON] in the general setup 
(page 17).
Storing manually
Receiving the stored stations
Selecting program types (PTY)
NEWS (News), AFFAIRS (Current Affairs), 
INFO (Information), SPORT (Sports), 
EDUCATE (Education), DRAMA (Drama), 
CULTURE (Culture), SCIENCE (Science), 
VARIED (Varied), POP M (Pop Music), 
ROCK M (Rock Music), EASY M (M.O.R. 
Music), LIGHT M (Light classical), CLASSICS 
(Serious classical), OTHER M (Other Music), 
WEATHER (Weather), FINANCE (Finance), 
CHILDREN (Children’s program), SOCIAL A 
(Social Affairs), RELIGION (Religion), PHONE 
IN (Phone In), TRAVEL (Travel), LEISURE 
(Leisure), JAZZ (Jazz Music), COUNTRY 
(Country Music), NATION M (National Music), 
OLDIES (Oldies Music), FOLK M (Folk Music), 
DOCUMENT (Documentary)
Setting clock time (CT)
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Playing a USB Device
MSC (Mass Storage Class)-type USB devices 
(such as a USB flash drive, digital media 
player, Android™ phone) compliant with the 
USB standard can be used.
Depending on the digital media player or 
Android phone, setting the USB connection 
mode to MSC is required.
Notes
For details on the compatibility of your USB 
device, visit the support site on the back cover.
Playback of the following MP3/WMA files is not 
supported.
lossless compression files
copyright-protected files
DRM (Digital Rights Management) files
Multi-channel audio files
1Connect a USB device to the USB 
port (page 9).
Playback starts.
If a device is already connected, to start 
playback, press SOURCE to select [USB].
2Adjust the volume on this unit.
To stop playba ck
Press and hold OFF for 1 second.
To remove the device
Stop playback, then remove the device.
Playing a BLUETOOTH 
Device
You can play contents on a connected device 
that supports BLUETOOTH A2DP (Advanced 
Audio Distribution Profile).
1Make BLUETOOTH connection with 
the audio device (page 8).
2Press SOURCE to select [BT AUDIO].
3Operate the audio device to start 
playback.
4Adjust the volume on this unit.
5Press PAUSE to start playback.
Notes
Depending on the audio device, information such 
as title, track number/time and playback status 
may not be displayed on this unit.
Even if the source is changed on this unit, 
playback of the audio device does not stop.
To match the volume level of the 
BLUETOOTH device to other sources
Start playback of the BLUETOOTH audio 
device at a moderate volume, and set your 
usual listening volume on the unit.
Press SELECT, and rotate the control dial to 
select [BTA VOL] (page 18).
Playback
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Searching and Playing 
Tracks
Repeat play:
1During playback, press and hold 
SELECT.
2Rotate the control dial to select 
[REPEAT], then press it.
3Rotate the control dial to select the 
desired play mode, then press it.
4Press   (back) to return to the 
previous display.
Shuffle play:
1During playback, press SHUF 
repeatedly to select the desired 
play mode.
Playback in selected play mode may take 
time to start.
Available play modes differ depending on 
the selected sound source.
1During USB playback, press   
(browse)* to display the list of 
search categories.
When the track list appears, press   
(back) repeatedly to display the desired 
search category.
* During playback, press   (browse) for more 
than 2 seconds to directly return to the 
beginning of the category list.
2Rotate the control dial to select the 
desired search category, then press 
it to confirm.
3Repeat step 2 to search the desired 
track.
Playback starts.
To exit the Quick-BrowZer mode
Press  (browse).
1Press  (browse).
2Press SEEK +.
3Rotate the control dial to select the 
item.
The list is jumped in steps of 10% of the 
total number of items.
Repeat play and shuffle play
Searching a track by name (Quick-
BrowZer™)
Searching by skipping items 
(Jump mode)
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4Press ENTER to return to the Quick-
BrowZer mode.
The selected item appears.
5Rotate the control dial to select the 
desired item, then press it.
Playback starts.
To use a cellular phone, connect it with this 
unit. For details, see “Preparing a 
BLUETOOTH Device” (page 8).
Receiving a Call
1Press   (handsfree) when a call is 
received with a ringtone.
The phone call starts.
Note
The ringtone and talker’s voice are output only from 
the front speakers.
To reject the call
Press and hold OFF for 1 second.
To end the call
Press   (handsfree) again.
Handsfree Calling
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Making a Call
You can make a call from the phonebook or 
call history when a cellular phone supporting 
PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile) is 
connected.
1Press CALL, rotate the control dial to 
select [PH BOOK], then press it.
2Rotate the control dial to select an 
initial from the initial list, then press 
it.
3Rotate the control dial to select a 
name from the name list, then 
press it.
4Rotate the control dial to select a 
number from the number list, then 
press it.
The phone call starts.
1Press CALL, rotate the control dial to 
select [RECENT], then press it.
A list of the call history appears.
2Rotate the control dial to select a 
name or phone number from the 
call history, then press it.
The phone call starts.
1Press CALL, rotate the control dial to 
select [DIAL NUM], then press it.
2Rotate the control dial to enter the 
phone number, and lastly select [ ] 
(space), then press   (handsfree)*.
The phone call starts.
* To move the digital indication, press SEEK +/–.
Note
[_] appears instead of [#] on the display.
1Press CALL, rotate the control dial to 
select [REDIAL], then press it.
The phone call starts.
You can store up to 6 contacts in the preset 
dial.
1Select a phone number that you 
want to store in the preset dial, 
from the phonebook, call history or 
by inputting the phone number 
directly.
The phone number appears in the 
display of this unit.
2Press and hold a number button (1 
to 6) until [MEM] appears.
The contact is stored in the selected 
preset number.
Calling from the phonebook
Calling from the call history
Calling by phone number input
Calling by redial
Presetting phone numbers
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1Press CALL.
2Press a number button (1 to 6) to 
select the contact you want to call.
3Press  (handsfree).
The phone call starts.
You can make a call by saying the voice tag 
stored in a connected cellular phone that has 
a voice dialing function.
1Press CALL, rotate the control dial to 
select [VO DIAL], then press it.
2Say the voice tag stored on the 
cellular phone.
Your voice is recognized, and the call is 
made.
Available Operations 
during Call
To preset the volume of the ringtone 
and talker’s voice
You can preset the volume level of the 
ringtone and talker’s voice.
Adjusting the ringtone volume:
Rotate the control dial while receiving a call.
Adjusting the talker’s voice volume:
Rotate the control dial during a call.
To adjust the volume for the other party 
(Mic gain adjustment)
Press MIC.
Adjustable volume levels: [MIC-LOW], [MIC-
MID], [MIC-HI].
To reduce echo and noise (Echo 
Canceler/Noise Canceler Mode)
Press and hold MIC.
Settable mode: [EC/NC-1], [EC/NC-2].
To transfer a call
In order to activate/deactivate the 
appropriate device (this unit/cellular phone), 
press MODE or use your cellular phone.
Note
Depending on the cellular phone, handsfree 
connection may be cut off when call transfer is 
attempted.
Calling by preset number
Calling by voice tags
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Canceling the DEMO Mode
You can cancel the demonstration display 
which appears while this unit is turned off.
1Press and hold SELECT.
The setup display appears.
2Rotate the control dial to select 
[DEMO], then press it.
3Rotate the control dial to select 
[DEMO-OFF], then press it.
The setting is complete.
4Press  (back).
The display returns to normal reception/
play mode.
Basic Setting Operation
You can set items in the menu to the 
following procedure.
The following items can be set depending on 
the source and setting.
1Press SELECT for the sound setup, 
press and hold SELECT for the 
general setup, or press CALL for the 
BLUETOOTH setup.
2Rotate the control dial to select the 
desired item, then press it.
3Rotate the control dial to select the 
options, then press it.
To return to the previous display
Press  (back).
General Setup
Settings
CLOCK-ADJ (clock adjust) (page 7)
TUNER-STP (tuner step) (page 7)
(Available only for non-Argentine models 
and when the unit is turned off.)
CT (clock time)
Activates the CT function: [ON], [OFF].
BEEP
Activates the beep sound: [ON], [OFF].
CAUT ALM (caution alarm)
Activates the caution alarm: [ON], [OFF] 
(page 7). (Available only when the unit is 
turned off.)
AUX-A (AUX audio)
Activates the AUX source display: [ON], 
[OFF]. (Available only when the unit is 
turned off.)
AUTO OFF
Shuts off automatically after a desired 
time when the unit is turned off: [NO], 
[30S] (30 seconds), [30M] (30 minutes), 
[60M] (60 minutes).
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Sound Setup
BLK OUT (black out)
Turns off the illumination automatically for 
any source (e.g., during radio reception, 
etc.) if no operation is performed for 5 
seconds: [ON], [OFF].
To turn the light back on, press any button 
on the unit. (When activated, remote 
operation is unavailable.)
DEMO (demonstration)
Activates the demonstration: [ON], [OFF].
DIMMER
Changes the display brightness: [ON], 
[OFF].
AUTO SCR (auto scroll)
Scrolls long items automatically: [ON], 
[OFF].
REPEAT (page 13)
LOUDNESS (dynamic loudness)
Reinforces bass and treble for clear sound 
at low volume levels: [ON], [OFF].
BTM (page 10)
BT INIT (BLUETOOTH initialize)
Initializes all the BLUETOOTH related 
settings (pairing information, preset 
number, device information, etc.).
When disposing the unit, initialize all the 
settings. (Available only when the unit is 
turned off.)
EQ3 PRST (EQ3 preset)
Selects an equalizer curve from 7 equalizer 
curves or off: [XPLOD], [VOCAL], [EDGE], 
[CRUISE], [SPACE], [GRAVITY], [CUSTOM], 
[OFF].
The equalizer curve setting can be 
memorized for each source.
EQ3 LOW, EQ3 MID, EQ3 HIGH
Sets [CUSTOM] of EQ3.
Customizes the equalizer curve.
The volume level is adjustable in 1 dB 
steps, from -10 dB to +10 dB.
BALANCE
Adjusts the sound balance: [RIGHT-15 
(R15)] – [CENTER (0)] – [LEFT-15 (L15)].
FADER
Adjusts the relative level: [FRONT-15 (F15)] 
– [CENTER (0)] – [REAR-15 (R15)].
AUX VOL (AUX volume level)
Adjusts the volume level for each 
connected auxiliary device: 
[+18 dB] – [0 dB] – [-8 dB].
This setting negates the need to adjust 
the volume level between sources.
BTA VOL (BLUETOOTH audio volume level) 
Adjusts the volume level for each 
connected BLUETOOTH device: [+18 dB] – 
[0 dB] – [-8 dB].
This setting negates the need to adjust 
the volume level between sources.
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BLUETOOTH Setup
Precautions
Cool off the unit beforehand if your car has 
been parked in direct sunlight.
Do not leave the front panel or audio 
devices brought in inside the car, or it may 
cause malfunction due to high 
temperature in direct sunlight.
Power antenna (aerial) extends 
automatically.
To maintain high sound quality
Do not splash liquid onto the unit.
PAIRING (page 8)
PH BOOK (phone book) (page 15)
REDIAL (page 15)
RECENT (recent call) (page 15)
VO DIAL (voice dial) (page 16)
DIAL NUM (dial number) (page 15)
RINGTONE
Selects whether this unit or the connected 
cellular phone outputs the ringtone: [1] 
(this unit), [2] (cellular phone).
AUTO ANS (auto answer)
Sets this unit to answer an incoming call 
automatically: [OFF], [1] (about 3 seconds), 
[2] (about 10 seconds).
BT SIGNL (BLUETOOTH signal) (page 9)
Activates the BLUETOOTH function: [ON], 
[OFF].
Additional Information
Playback order of MP3/WMA files
MP3/WMA Folder (album)
MP3/WMA file 
(track)
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What is BLUETOOTH technology?
BLUETOOTH wireless technology is a short-
range wireless technology that enables 
wireless data communication between 
digital devices, such as a cellular phone 
and a headset. BLUETOOTH wireless 
technology operates within a range of 
about 10 m (33 ft). Connecting two devices 
is common, but some devices can be 
connected to multiple devices at the same 
time.
You do not need to use a cable for 
connection since BLUETOOTH technology is 
a wireless technology, neither is it 
necessary for the devices to face one 
another, such is the case with infrared 
technology. For example, you can use such 
a device in a bag or pocket.
BLUETOOTH technology is an international 
standard supported by millions of 
companies all over the world, and 
employed by various companies 
worldwide.
On BLUETOOTH communication
BLUETOOTH wireless technology operates 
within a range of about 10 m (33 ft).
Maximum communication range may vary 
depending on obstacles (person, metal, 
wall, etc.) or electromagnetic environment.
The following conditions may affect the 
sensitivity of BLUETOOTH communication.
There is an obstacle such as a person, 
metal, or wall between this unit and 
BLUETOOTH device.
A device using 2.4 GHz frequency, such 
as a wireless LAN device, cordless 
telephone, or microwave oven, is in use 
near this unit.
Because BLUETOOTH devices and wireless 
LAN (IEEE802.11b/g) use the same 
frequency, microwave interference may 
occur and result in communication speed 
deterioration, noise, or invalid connection if 
this unit is used near a wireless LAN device. 
In such as case, perform the following.
Use this unit at least 10 m (33 ft) away 
from the wireless LAN device.
If this unit is used within 10 m (33 ft) of a 
wireless LAN device, turn off the wireless 
LAN device.
Install this unit and BLUETOOTH device 
as near to each other as possible.
Microwaves emitting from a BLUETOOTH 
device may affect the operation of 
electronic medical devices. Turn off this 
unit and other BLUETOOTH devices in the 
following locations, as it may cause an 
accident.
where inflammable gas is present, in a 
hospital, train, airplane, or petrol station
near automatic doors or a fire alarm
This unit supports security capabilities that 
comply with the BLUETOOTH standard to 
provide a secure connection when the 
BLUETOOTH wireless technology is used, 
but security may not be enough 
depending on the setting. Be careful when 
communicating using BLUETOOTH wireless 
technology.
We do not take any responsibility for the 
leakage of information during BLUETOOTH 
communication.
Connection with all BLUETOOTH devices 
cannot be guaranteed.
A device featuring BLUETOOTH function 
is required to conform to the 
BLUETOOTH standard specified by 
BLUETOOTH SIG, and be authenticated.
Even if the connected device conforms 
to the above mentioned BLUETOOTH 
standard, some devices may not be 
About BLUETOOTH function
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connected or work correctly, depending 
on the features or specifications of the 
device.
While talking on the phone hands free, 
noise may occur, depending on the 
device or communication environment.
Depending on the device to be connected, 
it may require some time to start 
communication.
Others
Using the BLUETOOTH device may not 
function on cellular phones, depending on 
radio wave conditions and location where 
the equipment is being used.
If you experience discomfort after using 
the BLUETOOTH device, stop using the 
BLUETOOTH device immediately. Should 
any problem persist, consult your nearest 
Sony dealer.
If you have any questions or problems 
concerning your unit that are not covered in 
this manual, consult your nearest Sony 
dealer.
Maintenance
Replacing the lithium battery of the 
remote commander
When the battery becomes weak, the range 
of the remote commander becomes shorter. 
Replace the battery with a new CR2025 
lithium battery. Use of any other battery may 
present a risk of fire or explosion.
Notes on the lithium battery
Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of 
children. Should the battery be swallowed, 
immediately consult a doctor.
Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to assure a good 
contact.
Be sure to observe the correct polarity when 
installing the battery.
Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers, 
otherwise a short-circuit may occur.
Cleaning the connectors
The unit may not function properly if the 
connectors between the unit and the front 
panel are not clean. In order to prevent this, 
detach the front panel (page 7) and clean the 
connectors with a cotton swab. Do not apply 
too much force. Otherwise, the connectors 
may be damaged.
WARNING
Battery may explode if mistreated.
Do not recharge, disassemble, or dispose 
of in fire.
+ side up
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Notes
For safety, turn off the ignition before cleaning 
the connectors, and remove the key from the 
ignition switch.
Never touch the connectors directly with your 
fingers or with any metal device.
Specifications
Tuner section
FM
Tuning range: 
For non-Argentine models: 
87.5 – 108.0 MHz (at 50 kHz step)
87.5 – 108.0 MHz (at 100 kHz step)
87.5 – 107.9 MHz (at 200 kHz step)
For Argentine models: 
87.5 – 107.9 MHz
FM tuning step (for non-Argentine models): 
50 kHz/100 kHz/200 kHz switchable
Antenna (aerial) terminal: 
External antenna (aerial) connector
Intermediate frequency: 25 kHz
Usable sensitivity: 8 dBf
Selectivity: 75 dB at 400 kHz
Signal-to-noise ratio: 80 dB (stereo)
Separation: 50 dB at 1 kHz
Frequency response: 20 – 15,000 Hz
AM
Tuning range: 
For non-Argentine models: 
531 – 1,602 kHz (at 9 kHz step)
530 – 1,710 kHz (at 10 kHz step)
For Argentine models: 
530 – 1,710 kHz
AM tuning step (for non-Argentine models): 
9 kHz/10 kHz switchable
Antenna (aerial) terminal: 
External antenna (aerial) connector
Intermediate frequency: 
For non-Argentine models: 
9,124.5 kHz or 9,115.5 kHz/4.5 kHz (at 9 kHz 
step)
9,115 kHz or 9,125 kHz/5 kHz (at 10 kHz step)
For Argentine models: 
9,115 kHz or 9,125 kHz/5 kHz
Sensitivity: 26 μV
USB Player section
Interface: USB (Full-speed)
Maximum current: 1 A
The maximum number of recognizable data:
Folders (albums): 128
Files (tracks) per folder: 512
Corresponding codec: 
MP3 (.mp3) and WMA (.wma)
Wireless Communication
Communication System: 
BLUETOOTH Standard version 2.1 + EDR
Output: 
BLUETOOTH Standard Power Class 2 
(Max. +4 dBm)
Maximum communication range: 
Line of sight approx. 10 m (33 ft)*1
Frequency band: 
2.4 GHz band (2.4000 – 2.4835 GHz)
Modulation method: FHSS
Compatible BLUETOOTH Profiles*2:
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) 
1.2
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AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile) 
1.3
HFP (Handsfree Profile) 1.5
PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile)
*1 The actual range will vary depending on factors 
such as obstacles between devices, magnetic 
fields around a microwave oven, static 
electricity, reception sensitivity, antenna 
(aerial)’s performance, operating system, 
software application, etc.
*2 BLUETOOTH standard profiles indicate the 
purpose of BLUETOOTH communication 
between devices.
Power amplifier section
Output: Speaker outputs
Speaker impedance: 4 – 8 ohms
Maximum power output: 55 W × 4 (at 4 ohms)
General
Outputs: 
For non-Argentine models: 
Audio outputs terminal (rear)
Power antenna (aerial)/Power amplifier 
control terminal (REM OUT)
For Argentine models:
Audio outputs terminal (rear)
Power antenna (aerial) relay control terminal
Power amplifier control terminal
Inputs: 
Remote controller input terminal
Antenna (aerial) input terminal
AUX input jack (stereo mini jack)
USB port
Power requirements: 12 V DC car battery 
(negative ground (earth))
Dimensions: 
Approx. 178 mm × 50 mm × 120 mm 
(7 1/8 in × 2 in × 4 7/8 in) (w/h/d)
Mounting dimensions: 
Approx. 182 mm × 53 mm × 103 mm 
(7 1/4 in × 2 1/8 in × 4 1/8 in) (w/h/d)
Mass: Approx. 0.7 kg (1 lb 9 oz)
Package contents:
Main unit (1)
Remote commander (1): RM-X231
Parts for installation and connections (1 set)
Your dealer may not handle some of the 
above listed accessories. Please ask the 
dealer for detailed information.
Design and specifications are subject to 
change without notice.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned 
by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such 
marks by Sony Corporation is under license. 
Other trademarks and trade names are those of 
their respective owners.
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 
Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary.
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and 
patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and 
Thomson.
Android is a trademark of Google Inc. Use of this 
trademark is subject to Google Permissions.
Copyrights
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Troubleshooting
The following checklist will help you remedy 
problems you may encounter with your unit.
Before going through the checklist below, 
check the connection and operating 
procedures.
For details on using the fuse and removing 
the unit from the dashboard, refer to the 
installation/connections manual supplied 
with this unit.
If the problem is not solved, visit the support 
site on the back cover.
General
No power is being supplied to the unit.
If the unit is turned off and the display 
disappears, the unit cannot be operated with 
the remote commander.
Turn on the unit.
No sound.
The position of the fader control [FADER] is 
not set for a 2-speaker system.
No beep sound.
An optional power amplifier is connected and 
you are not using the built-in amplifier.
The contents of the memory have been 
erased.
The power supply lead or battery has been 
disconnected or not connected properly.
Stored stations and correct time are erased.
The fuse has blown.
Makes a noise when the position of the 
ignition is switched.
The leads are not matched correctly with the 
car’s accessory power connector.
During playback or reception, the 
demonstration mode starts.
If no operation is performed for 5 minutes 
with [DEMO-ON] set, the demonstration 
mode starts.
Set [DEMO-OFF] (page 18).
The display disappears from/does not appear 
in the display window.
The dimmer is set to [DIM-ON] (page 18).
The display disappears if you press and hold 
OFF.
Press OFF on the unit until the display 
appears.
The connectors are dirty (page 21).
The display disappears while the unit is 
operating.
The Black Out function is set to on (page 18).
Radio reception
Stations cannot be received.
The sound is hampered by noises.
The connection is not correct.
If your car has built-in radio antenna 
(aerial) in the rear/side glass, connect an 
REM OUT lead (blue/white striped) or 
accessory power supply lead (red) to the 
power supply lead of a car’s antenna 
(aerial) booster (for non-Argentine 
models).
Check the connection of the car antenna 
(aerial).
If the auto antenna (aerial) will not extend, 
check the connection of the power 
antenna (aerial) control lead.
The tuning step setting has been erased.
Set the tuning step again (page 7).
Preset tuning is not possible.
The broadcast signal is too weak.
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RDS
PTY displays [- - - - - - - -].
The current station is not an RDS station.
RDS data has not been received.
The station does not specify the program 
type.
USB playback
You cannot play back items via a USB hub.
This unit cannot recognize USB devices via a 
USB hub.
A USB device takes longer to play back.
The USB device contains files with a 
complicated tree structure.
The sound is intermittent.
The sound may be intermittent at a high-bit-
rate of more than 320 kbps.
BLUETOOTH function
The connecting device cannot detect this unit.
Before the pairing is made, set this unit to 
pairing standby mode.
While connected to a BLUETOOTH device, this 
unit cannot be detected from another device.
Disconnect the current connection and 
search for this unit from another device.
When the device pairing is made, set the 
BLUETOOTH signal output to on (page 9).
Connection is not possible.
The connection is controlled from one side 
(this unit or BLUETOOTH device), but not 
both.
Connect to this unit from a BLUETOOTH 
device or vice versa.
The name of the detected device does not 
appear.
Depending on the status of the other device, 
it may not be possible to obtain the name.
No ringtone.
Adjust the volume by rotating the control dial 
while receiving a call.
Depending on the connecting device, the 
ringtone may not be sent properly.
Set [RINGTONE] to [1] (page 19).
The front speakers are not connected to the 
unit.
Connect the front speakers to the unit. The 
ringtone is output only from the front 
speakers.
The talker’s voice cannot be heard.
The front speakers are not connected to the 
unit.
Connect the front speakers to the unit. The 
talker’s voice is output only from the front 
speakers.
A call partner says that the volume is too low 
or high.
Adjust the volume accordingly using mic gain 
adjustment (page 16).
Echo or noise occurs in phone call 
conversations.
Lower the volume.
Set EC/NC Mode to [EC/NC-1] or [EC/NC-2] 
(page 16).
If the ambient noise other than the phone call 
sound is loud, try reducing this noise.
E.g.: If a window is open and road noise, etc., 
is loud, shut the window. If an air conditioner 
is loud, lower the air conditioner.
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The phone is not connected.
When BLUETOOTH audio is played, the phone 
is not connected even if you press   
(handsfree).
Connect from the phone.
The phone sound quality is poor.
Phone sound quality depends on reception 
conditions of cellular phone. 
Move your car to a place where you can 
enhance the cellular phone’s signal if the 
reception is poor.
The volume of the connected audio device is 
low (high).
Volume level will differ depending on the 
audio device.
Adjust the volume of the connected audio 
device or this unit.
The sound skips during playback of a 
BLUETOOTH audio device.
Reduce the distance between the unit and 
the BLUETOOTH audio device.
If the BLUETOOTH audio device is stored in a 
case which interrupts the signal, remove the 
audio device from the case during use.
Several BLUETOOTH devices or other devices 
which emit radio waves are in use nearby.
Turn off the other devices.
Increase the distance from the other 
devices.
The playback sound stops momentarily when 
the connection between this unit and the 
cellular phone is being made. This is not a 
malfunction.
The connected BLUETOOTH audio device 
cannot be controlled.
Check that the connected BLUETOOTH audio 
device supports AVRCP.
Some functions do not work.
Check if the connecting device supports the 
functions in question.
A call is answered unintentionally.
The connecting phone is set to answer a call 
automatically.
Pairing failed due to time out.
Depending on the connecting device, the 
time limit for pairing may be short.
Try completing the pairing within the time.
BLUETOOTH function cannot operate.
Turn off the unit by pressing OFF for more 
than 2 seconds, then turn the unit on again.
No sound is output from the car speakers 
during handsfree call.
If the sound is output from the cellular phone, 
set the cellular phone to output the sound 
from the car speakers.
Error displays/Messages
CHECKING
The unit is confirming the connection of a 
USB device.
Wait until confirming the connection is 
finished.
ERROR
There may be an internal malfunction.
Press OFF for more than 2 seconds (the 
display disappears), then press OFF again.
ERROR-99
 There may be an internal malfunction.
Press OFF for more than 2 seconds (the 
display disappears), then press OFF again. 
If the error indication remains on in the 
display, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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NO MUSIC
The USB device does not contain a music file.
Connect a USB device with a music file in it.
NO NAME
An album/artist/track name is not written in 
the USB.
NO SUPRT (not supported)
USB hub is not supported on this unit.
The connected USB device is not supported.
For details on the compatibility of your USB 
device, visit the support site on the back 
cover.
NO USB
USB is selected as source without a USB 
device connected. A USB device or a USB 
cable has been disconnected during 
playback.
Be sure to connect a USB device and USB 
cable.
OVERLOAD
USB device is overloaded.
Disconnect the USB device, then change 
the source by pressing OFF.
Indicates that the USB device is out of 
order, or an unsupported device is 
connected.
READ
The unit is reading all track and album 
information on the USB device.
Wait until reading is complete and 
playback starts automatically. Depending 
on the USB device structure, it may take 
more than a minute.
For BLUETOOTH function:
BT BUSY (BLUETOOTH busy)
The phonebook and the call history of the 
cellular phone are not accessible from this 
unit.
Wait for a while, and then try again.
ERROR
BT Initialize failed.
Phonebook access failed.
Phonebook content was changed while 
accessing the cellular phone.
Access the phonebook in the cellular 
phone again.
MEM FAIL (memory failure)
This unit failed to store the contact in the 
preset dial.
Make sure that the number you intend to 
store is correct (page 15).
NO BTA (no BLUETOOTH audio)
BLUETOOTH audio source is selected without 
a BLUETOOTH audio device connected. A 
BLUETOOTH audio device has been 
disconnected during a call.
Be sure to connect a BLUETOOTH audio 
device.
NO BTP (no BLUETOOTH phone)
BLUETOOTH phone source is selected without 
a cellular phone connected. A cellular phone 
has been disconnected during a call.
Be sure to connect a cellular phone.
NO INFO (no information)
Network name and cellular phone name are 
not received with cellular phone connected.
NO SUPRT (not supported)
The BLUETOOTH connected cellular phone 
does not support PBAP (Phone Book Access 
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Profile). In this case, this unit cannot access to 
the cellular phone’s phonebook or call 
history.
The cellular phone is not supported by this 
unit, although the cellular phone supports 
PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile).
Check if the cellular phone is connected 
correctly. For details on the compatibility of 
your cellular phone, visit the support site.
P (preset number) EMPTY
The preset dial is empty.
UNKNOWN
Name or phone number cannot be displayed 
when browsing phonebook or call history.
WITHHELD
Phone number is hidden by caller.
If these solutions do not help improve the 
situation, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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