Sony MEXGS620BT Bluetooth Audio System User Manual MEX GS620BT

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Bluetooth®
Audio System
Operating Instructions
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Mode d’emploi
FR
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom of the
unit.
Record the serial number in the space provided below.
Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer
regarding this product.
Model No. MEX-GS620BT
Serial No.
To cancel the demonstration (DEMO) display, see page 19.
For the connection/installation, see page 32.
Pour annuler l’affichage de démonstration (DEMO),
reportez-vous à la page 00.
Pour le raccordement/l’installation, reportez-vous à la page 00.
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For safety, be sure to install this unit in the
dashboard of the car as the rear side of the unit
becomes hot during use.
For details, see “Connection/Installation”
(page 32).
The nameplate indicating operating voltage, etc., is
located on the bottom of the chassis.
Warning
FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE USA. NOT
APPLICABLE IN CANADA, INCLUDING IN THE
PROVINCE OF QUEBEC.
POUR LES CLIENTS AUX ÉTATS-UNIS. NON
APPLICABLE AU CANADA, Y COMPRIS LA
PROVINCE DE QUÉBEC.
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 transmitter must not be co-located or operated
in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio
transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a
type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for
the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce
potential radio interference to other users, the
antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that
the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.)
is not more than that necessary for successful
communication.
This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment and meets the FCC radio frequency
(RF) Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of the IC
radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This
equipment has very low levels of RF energy that is
deemed to comply without maximum permissive
exposure evaluation (MPE).
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this product will
increase eye hazard.
For the State of California, USA only
Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply,
See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
WARNING: Do not ingest battery,
Chemical Burn Hazard.
The remote commander contains a coin/
button cell battery. If the coin/button cell battery is
swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in just
2 hours and can lead to death.
Keep new and used batteries away from children. If
the battery compartment does not close securely,
stop using the product and keep it away from
children.
If you think batteries might have been swallowed or
placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate
medical attention.
Note on the lithium battery
Do not expose the battery to excessive heat such as
direct sunlight, fire or the like.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules
and Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference; and
(2) This device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
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Warning if your car’s ignition has no ACC
position
Be sure to set the AUTO OFF function (page 19).
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.
Disclaimer regarding services offered by third
parties
Services offered by third parties may be changed,
suspended, or terminated without prior notice.
Sony does not bear any responsibility in these sorts
of situations.
Important notice
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.
Dear customer, this product includes a radio
transmitter.
Please check your vehicle operation manual or
contact the manufacturer of your vehicle or your
vehicle dealer, before you install this product into
your vehicle.
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).
On BLUETOOTH communication
 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.
If you have any questions or problems concerning
your unit that are not covered in this manual,
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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Additional Information
Table of Contents
Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Guide to Parts and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Getting Started
Detaching the Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Resetting the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Connecting a USB Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Connecting Other Portable Audio Device . . . . . . . 10
Updating the Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
23
23
24
24
26
29
Connection/Installation
Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parts List for Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
32
32
33
35
Listening to the Radio
Listening to the Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Using Radio Data System (RDS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Listening to the SiriusXM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Playback
Playing a Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Playing a USB Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Playing a BLUETOOTH Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Searching and Playing Tracks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12
12
13
13
Listening to Pandora®
Setting up Pandora® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Streaming Pandora® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Available Operations in Pandora® . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Handsfree Calling (via BLUETOOTH
only)
Receiving a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Making a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Available Operations during Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Useful Functions
SongPal with iPhone/Android smartphone . . . . . 17
Using Siri Eyes Free . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Settings
Canceling the DEMO Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Basic Setting Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Setup (GENERAL). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sound Setup (SOUND) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Display Setup (DISPLAY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BLUETOOTH Setup (BLUETOOTH). . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SongPal Setup (SONGPAL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
19
19
19
20
21
22
22
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Guide to Parts and Controls
Main unit
Front panel removed (inner panel)
N-Mark
Touch the control dial with Android smartphone
to make BLUETOOTH connection.
 Receptor for the remote commander
 Disc slot
 Display window
  (disc eject)
The number 3/

(repeat) button has a tactile dot.
(browse) (page 11, 13, 14, 15)
Enter the browse mode during playback.
(Not available when an iPod is connected.)
 Front panel release button
 SEEK +/–
Tune in radio stations automatically. Press and
hold to tune manually.
/ (prev/next)
/ (fast-reverse/fast-forward)
 Control dial
Rotate to adjust the volume.
PUSH ENTER
Enter the selected item.
Press SRC, rotate then press to change the
source (timeout in 2 seconds).
VOICE (page 16, 18)
Activate voice dial, voice recognition (Android™
smartphone only), or the Siri function (iPhone
only).
APP (page 17)
Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to
establish “SongPal” function (connection).
 SRC (source)
Turn on the power.
Change the source.
OFF
Press and hold for 1 second to turn the source
off and display the clock.
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, operation by the remote
commander is not available.

(back)
Return to the previous display.
MODE (page 10, 11, 15, 16)
 CALL
Enter the call menu. Receive/end a call.
Press and hold more than 2 seconds to switch
the BLUETOOTH signal.
 MENU
Open the setup menu.
DSPL (display)
Press and hold, then press to change display
items.
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 Number buttons (1 to 6)
Receive stored radio stations. Press and hold to
store stations.
RM-X231 Remote commander
ALBUM /
Skip an album for audio device. Press and hold
to skip albums continuously.
(Not available when an iPod is connected.)
Press  to thumbs up, or  to thumbs down in
Pandora® (page 15).
(repeat)
(shuffle)
MIC (page 16)
PAUSE
 PTY (program type)
Select PTY in RDS.
CAT (category)
Select radio channels from categories in
SiriusXM.
 AUX input jack
 USB port
 RESET (inner panel) (page 7)
The VOL (volume) + button has a tactile dot.
 SOUND
Open the SOUND menu directly.
MENU
Press and hold to open the setup menu.
 ///
Select a setup item, etc.
ENTER
Enter the selected item.
Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to
establish or terminate the “SongPal” function.
/ (prev/next)
+/– (album +/–)
 DSPL (display)
Change display items.
SCRL (scroll)
Press and hold to scroll a display item.
 VOL (volume) +/–
Remove the insulation film before use.
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Getting Started
Detaching the Front Panel
You can detach the front panel of this unit to
prevent theft.
Resetting the Unit
Before operating the unit for the first time, after
replacing the car battery, or changing the
connections, you must reset the unit.
Press RESET on the inner panel with a ball-point
pen, etc., after detaching the front panel.
Press and hold OFF  until the unit turns
off, press the front panel release button
, then pull the panel towards you to
remove.
Note
Resetting the unit will erase the clock setting and some
stored contents.
Setting the Clock
Press MENU, rotate the control dial to
select [GENERAL], then press it.
Rotate the control dial to select [SET
CLOCK-ADJ], then press it.
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.
Serial numbers
Make sure the serial numbers on the bottom of the
unit and the back of the front panel are matched
correctly. Otherwise you cannot make BLUETOOTH
pairing, connection and disconnection by NFC.
Attaching the front panel
The hour indication flashes.
Rotate the control dial to set the hour
and minute.
To move the digital indication, press SEEK +/–.
After setting the minute, press MENU.
The setup is complete and the clock starts.
To display the clock
Press and hold DSPL.
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Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device
You can enjoy music, or perform handsfree calling
depending on the BLUETOOTH compatible device
such as a smartphone, cellular phone and audio
device (hereafter “BLUETOOTH device” if not
otherwise specified). 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.
Connecting with a Smartphone by One
touch (NFC)
By touching the control dial on the unit with an
NFC* compatible smartphone, the unit is paired and
connected with the smartphone automatically.
* NFC (Near Field Communication) is a technology
enabling short-range wireless communication
between various devices, such as mobile phones and
IC tags. Thanks to the NFC function, data
communication can be achieved easily just by
touching the relevant symbol or designated location
on NFC compatible devices.
For a smartphone with Android OS 4.0 or lower
installed, downloading the app “NFC Easy Connect”
available at Google Play™ is required. The app may
not be downloadable in some countries/regions.
Activate the NFC function on the
smartphone.
For details, refer to the operating instructions
supplied with the smartphone.
Pairing and connecting with a
BLUETOOTH device
When connecting a BLUETOOTH device for the first
time, mutual registration (called “pairing”) is
required. Pairing enables this unit and other devices
to recognize each other.
Place the BLUETOOTH device within 1 m
(3 ft) of this unit.
Press MENU, rotate the control dial to
select [BLUETOOTH], then press it.
Rotate the control dial to select [SET
PAIRING], then press it.
Rotate the control dial to select [SET
DEVICE 1]* or [SET DEVICE 2]*, then press
it.
flashes while the unit is in pairing standby
mode.
* [SET DEVICE 1] or [SET DEVICE 2] will be changed
to the paired device name after pairing is
complete.
Perform pairing on the BLUETOOTH
device so it detects this unit.
Select [MEX-GS620BT] shown in the
display of the BLUETOOTH device.
If your model name does not appear, repeat
from step 2.
Touch the N-Mark part of the unit with
the N-Mark part of the smartphone.
Make sure that
unit.
lights up on the display of the
To disconnect by One touch
Touch the N-Mark part of the unit with the N-Mark
part of the smartphone again.
Notes
 When making the connection, handle the
smartphone carefully to prevent scratches.
 One touch connection is not possible when the unit is
already connected to another NFC compatible device.
In this case, disconnect the other device, and make
connection with the smartphone again.
If 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.
Input passkey
[0000]
When pairing is made,
stays lit.
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Select this unit on the BLUETOOTH device
to establish the BLUETOOTH connection.
or
lights up when the connection is made.
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.
For details, see “Playing a BLUETOOTH Device”
(page 13).
To disconnect the paired device
Perform steps 2 to 4 to disconnect after this unit
and the BLUETOOTH device are paired.
Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH
device
To use a paired device, connection with this unit is
required. Some paired devices will connect
automatically.
Press MENU, rotate the control dial to
select [BLUETOOTH], then press it.
Rotate the control dial to select [SET BT
SIGNL], then press it.
For details, see “Installing the microphone”
(page 34).
Connecting with an iPhone/iPod
(BLUETOOTH Auto Pairing)
When an iPhone/iPod with iOS5 or later installed is
connected to the USB port, the unit is paired and
connected with the iPhone/iPod automatically.
To enable BLUETOOTH Auto Pairing, make sure
[AUTOPAIR] in [BLUETOOTH] is set to [ON] (page 22).
Activate the BLUETOOTH function on the
iPhone/iPod.
Connect an iPhone/iPod to the USB port.
lights up.
Activate the BLUETOOTH function on the
BLUETOOTH device.
Operate the BLUETOOTH device to
connect to this unit.
or
Tip
With BLUETOOTH signal on: when the ignition is turned
to on, this unit reconnects automatically to the lastconnected cellular phone.
To install the microphone
To start playback
Make sure that
Note
While streaming BLUETOOTH audio, you cannot
connect from this unit to the cellular phone. Connect
from the cellular phone to this unit instead.
lights up.
Icons in the display:
Make sure that
unit.
lights up on the display of the
Notes
 BLUETOOTH Auto Pairing is not possible if the unit is
already connected to another BLUETOOTH device. In
this case, disconnect the other device, then connect
the iPhone/iPod again.
 If BLUETOOTH Auto Pairing is not established, see
“Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device” for details (page 8).
Lights up when handsfree calling is
available by enabling the HFP (Handsfree
Profile).
Lights up when the audio device is
playable by enabling the A2DP
(Advanced Audio Distribution Profile).
To connect the last-connected device from
this unit
Activate the BLUETOOTH function on the
BLUETOOTH device.
To connect with the audio device, press SRC to
select [BT AUDIO] and press PAUSE.
To connect with the cellular phone, press CALL.
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Connecting a USB Device
Listening to the Radio
Turn down the volume on the unit.
Connect the USB device to the unit.
Listening to the Radio
To connect an iPod/iPhone, use the USB
connection cable for iPod (not supplied).
To listen to the radio, press SRC to select [TUNER].
Storing automatically (BTM)
Press MODE to change the band (FM1,
FM2, FM3, AM1 or AM2).
Press MENU, rotate the control dial to
select [GENERAL], then press it.
Rotate the control dial to select [SET
BTM], then press it.
Connecting Other Portable
Audio Device
Turn off the portable audio device.
Turn down the volume on the unit.
Connect the portable audio device to the
AUX input jack (stereo mini jack) on the
unit with a connecting cord (not
supplied)*.
The unit stores stations in order of frequency on
the number buttons.
Tuning
Press MODE to change the band (FM1,
FM2, FM3, AM1 or AM2).
Perform tuning.
To tune manually
Press and hold SEEK +/– to locate the
approximate frequency, then press SEEK +/–
repeatedly to fine adjust to the desired
frequency.
* Be sure to use a straight type plug.
To tune automatically
Press SEEK +/–.
Scanning stops when the unit receives a station.
Storing manually
Press SRC 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 MENU, then select [SOUND]  [SET AUX VOL]
(page 21).
While receiving the station that you want
to store, press and hold a number button
(1 to 6) until [MEM] appears.
Receiving the stored stations
Select the band, then press a number
button (1 to 6).
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Using Radio Data System (RDS)
Selecting program types (PTY)
Press PTY during FM reception.
Rotate 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
NEWS (News), INFORM (Information), SPORTS
(Sports), TALK (Talk), ROCK (Rock), CLS ROCK
(Classic Rock), ADLT HIT (Adult Hits), SOFT RCK (Soft
Rock), TOP 40 (Top 40), COUNTRY (Country),
OLDIES (Oldies), SOFT (Soft), NOSTALGA
(Nostalgia), JAZZ (Jazz), CLASSICL (Classical),
R & B (Rhythm and Blues), SOFT R&B (Soft Rhythm
and Blues), LANGUAGE (Foreign Language), REL
MUSC (Religious Music), REL TALK (Religious Talk),
PERSNLTY (Personality), PUBLIC (Public), COLLEGE
(College), HABL ESP (Spanish Talk), MUSC ESP
(Spanish Music), HIP HOP (Hip-Hop), WEATHER
(Weather)
Setting clock time (CT)
The CT data from the RDS transmission sets the
clock.
Set [SET CT-ON] in [GENERAL] (page 20).
number to activate your subscription. Write the
number down for reference.
In the USA, you can activate online or by calling
SiriusXM Listener Care:
 Online: Visit www.siriusxm.com/activatenow
 Phone: Call 1-866-635-2349
In Canada, you can activate online or by calling
SiriusXM Listener Care:
 Online: Visit www.siriusxm.ca/activatexm
 Phone: Call 1-877-438-9677
As part of the activation process, the SiriusXM
satellites will send an activation message to your
tuner. When your radio detects that the tuner has
received the activation message, your radio will
display: [SUBSCRIPTION UPDATED - PRESS ENT TO
CONTINUE]. Once subscribed, you can tune to
channels in your subscription plan.
Notes
 The activation process usually takes 10 to 15 minutes,
but may take up to an hour.
 Your radio will need to be turned on and receiving the
SiriusXM signal to receive the activation message.
Selecting channels for SiriusXM
Only SiriusXM brings you more of what you love to
listen to, all in one place. Get over 140 channels,
including commercial-free music plus the best
sports, news, talk, comedy and entertainment.
Welcome to the world of satellite radio. A SiriusXM
Connect Vehicle Tuner and Subscription are
required. For more information, visit
www.siriusxm.com
Rotate the control dial to select the
desired channel, then press it.
Press CAT.
Rotate control dial to select the desired category,
then press it.
Rotate the control dial to select the desired
channel, then press it.
To store channels
Activating your SiriusXM Subscription
(browse).
To select channels from categories
Listening to the SiriusXM Radio
Press
While receiving the channel that you want to store,
press and hold a number button (1 to 6) until [MEM]
appears.
To receive the stored channel, press MODE to select
[SX1], [SX2] or [SX3], then press a number button (1
to 6).
After installing your SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner
and antenna, press SRC to select [SIRIUSXM]. You
should be able to hear the SiriusXM preview
channel on Channel 1. After verifying that you can
hear the preview channel, select Channel 0 to find
the Radio ID of your tuner. In addition, the Radio ID
is located on the bottom of the SiriusXM Connect
Vehicle Tuner and its packaging. You will need this
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To set a parental control
The parental control feature allows you to limit
access to SiriusXM channels with mature content.
When enabled, the parental control feature requires
you to enter a passcode to tune to the locked
channels. Information on setting up the passcode
and locking channels can be found below.
Press MENU and rotate the control dial.
Select [GENERAL]  [SXM PARENTAL] 
[LOCK SELECT]  [LOCK-ON].
Enter the passcode by rotating the control dial on
the unit or pressing / on the remote
commander.
To move the entry position, press SEEK +/– on the
unit or / on the remote commander.
The initial passcode is [0000].
After entering the passcode, press ENTER.
Playback
Playing a Disc
To unlock the channels, select [LOCK-OFF].
Insert the disc (label side up).
Playback starts automatically.
To change the passcode
Press MENU and rotate the control dial.
Select [GENERAL]  [SXM PARENTAL]  [CODE EDIT].
Enter the current passcode on the current passcode
input display, then press ENTER.
The initial passcode is [0000].
Enter your new 4-digit passcode on the new
passcode input display, then press ENTER.
To change display items
Press and hold DSPL, then press DSPL again to
change as follows:
Channel Number (Default)  Channel Name  Artist
Name  Song Title  Content Info  Category Name
 Clock
Playing a USB Device
In these Operating Instructions, “iPod” is used as a
general reference for the iPod functions on an iPod
and iPhone, unless otherwise specified by the text
or illustrations.
For details on the compatibility of your iPod, see
“About iPod” (page 23) or visit the support site on
the back cover.
MSC (Mass Storage Class) and MTP (Media Transfer
Protocol) type USB devices* compliant with the USB
standard can be used. Some digital media players
or Android smartphones may require setting to
MTP mode.
* e.g., a USB flash drive, digital media player, Android
smartphone
Notes
 For details on the compatibility of your USB device,
visit the support site on the back cover.
 Playback of the following files is not supported.
MP3/WMA/AAC/FLAC:
 copyright-protected files
 DRM (Digital Rights Management) files
 Multi-channel audio files
MP3/WMA/AAC:
 lossless compression files
WAV:
 Multi-channel audio files
Connect a USB device to the USB port
(page 10).
Playback starts.
If a device is already connected, to start
playback, press SRC to select [USB1] for the USB
port on the front, [USB2] for the USB port on the
rear ([IPD] appears in the display when the iPod
is recognized).
Adjust the volume on this unit.
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To stop playback
Press and hold OFF for 1 second.
To remove the device
Stop playback, then remove the device.
Caution for iPhone
When you connect an iPhone via USB, phone call
volume is controlled by the iPhone, not the unit. Do
not inadvertently increase the volume on the unit
during a call, as a sudden loud sound may result
when the call ends.
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 MENU, then select [SOUND]  [SET BTA VOL]
(page 21).
Searching and Playing Tracks
Repeat play and shuffle play
Playing a BLUETOOTH Device
You can play contents on a connected device that
supports BLUETOOTH A2DP (Advanced Audio
Distribution Profile).
During playback, press
(repeat) or
(shuffle) repeatedly to select the desired
play mode.
Playback in the selected play mode may take
time to start.
Available play modes differ depending on the
selected sound source.
Make BLUETOOTH connection with the
audio device (page 8).
To select the audio device, press MENU, then
select [BLUETOOTH]  [SET AUDIODEV]
(page 22).
Press SRC to select [BT AUDIO].
Adjust the volume on this unit.
Searching a track by name (QuickBrowZer™)
Not available when an iPod is connected.
Operate the audio device 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.
 [BT AUDIO] does not appear in the display while
running the “SongPal” application via the BLUETOOTH
function.
During CD, USB or BT AUDIO*1 playback,
press
(browse)*2 to display the list of
search categories.
When the track list appears, press
(back)
repeatedly to display the desired search
category.
*1 Available only for audio devices supporting
AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile) 1.4
or above.
*2 During USB playback, press
(browse) for
more than 2 seconds to directly return to the
beginning of the category list.
Rotate the control dial to select the
desired search category, then press it to
confirm.
Repeat step 2 to search the desired track.
Playback starts.
To exit the Quick-BrowZer mode
Press
(browse).
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Searching by skipping items
(Jump mode)
Listening to Pandora®
Not available when an iPod is connected.
Press
(browse).
Press SEEK +.
Rotate the control dial to select the item.
The list is jumped in steps of 10% of the total
number of items.
Pandora® is available to stream music through your
iPhone and Android smartphone. You can control
Pandora® on a BLUETOOTH connected iPhone/
Android smartphone from this unit.
Pandora® is only available in certain countries.
Please visit
http://www.pandora.com/legal
for more information.
Press ENTER to return to the QuickBrowZer mode.
The selected item appears.
Setting up Pandora®
Rotate the control dial to select the
desired item, then press it.
Check the compatibility of your mobile
device by visiting the support site on the
back cover.
Download the latest version of the
Pandora® application from your
smartphone’s app store. A list of
compatible devices can be found at
www.pandora.com/everywhere/mobile
Playback starts.
Streaming Pandora®
Connect the mobile device with this unit
(page 8).
To select the audio device, press MENU, then
select [BLUETOOTH]  [SET AUDIODEV]
(page 22).
Press SRC to select [PANDORA].
Press PAUSE to start playback.
Launch Pandora® application on your
mobile device.
If the device number appears
Make sure that the same numbers are displayed
(e.g., 123456) in this unit and the mobile device,
then press ENTER on this unit and select [Yes] on
the mobile device.
When activating the BLUETOOTH function
You can adjust the volume level.
Press MENU, then select [SOUND]  [SET BTA VOL]
(page 21).
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Available Operations in
Pandora®
“Thumbs” feedback
“Thumbs Up” or “Thumbs Down” feedback allows
you to personalize stations.
Handsfree Calling (via BLUETOOTH
only)
To use a cellular phone, connect it with this unit.
You can connect two cellular phones to the unit. For
details, see “Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device”
(page 8).
During playback, press  (Thumbs Up) or
 (Thumbs Down).
Using the station list
The station list allows you to easily select a desired
station.
During playback, press
(browse).
Receiving a Call
Press SEEK + to select the sorting order
[BY DATE] or [A TO Z].
Rotate the control dial to select the
desired station, then press it.
Playback starts.
Press CALL 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.
Bookmarking
The track currently being played can be
bookmarked and stored in your Pandora® account.
During playback, press MODE.
To end the call
Press CALL again.
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.
When two cellular phones are connected to the
unit, select either phone.
From the phonebook
Press CALL.
When two cellular phones are connected to the
unit, rotate the control dial to select either
phone, then press it.
Rotate the control dial to select [PHONE
BOOK], then press it.
Rotate the control dial to select an initial
from the initial list, then press it.
Rotate the control dial to select a name
from the name list, then press it.
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Rotate the control dial to select a
number from the number list, then press
it.
The phone call starts.
From the call history
Rotate the control dial to select a name
or phone number from the call history,
then press it.
The phone call starts.
Press CALL.
When two cellular phones are connected to the
unit, rotate the control dial to select either
phone, then press it.
Rotate the control dial to select [RECENT
CALL], then press it.
A list of the call history appears.
Press CALL.
When two cellular phones are connected to the
unit, rotate the control dial to select either
phone, then press it.
By voice tags
You can make a call by saying the voice tag stored
in a connected cellular phone that has a voice
dialing function.
Rotate the control dial to select [VOICE
DIAL], then press it.
Alternatively, press VOICE while the “SongPal”
function is off.
Say the voice tag stored on the cellular
phone.
Your voice is recognized, and the call is made.
To cancel voice dialing
Press VOICE.
By phone number input
Press CALL.
When two cellular phones are connected to the
unit, rotate the control dial to select either
phone, then press it.
Available Operations during
Call
To adjust the ringtone volume
Rotate the control dial to select [DIAL
NUMBER], then press it.
Rotate the control dial while receiving a call.
Rotate the control dial to enter the
phone number, and lastly select [ ]
(space), then press ENTER*.
Rotate the control dial during a call.
The phone call starts.
Press MIC.
Adjustable volume levels: [MIC-LOW], [MIC-MID],
[MIC-HI].
* To move the digital indication, press SEEK +/–.
Note
[_] appears instead of [#] on the display.
By redial
Press CALL.
When two cellular phones are connected to the
unit, rotate the control dial to select either
phone, then press it.
Rotate the control dial to select [REDIAL],
then press it.
The phone call starts.
To adjust the talker’s voice volume
To adjust the volume for the other party (Mic
gain adjustment)
To reduce echo and noise (Echo Canceler/
Noise Canceler Mode)
Press and hold MIC.
Settable mode: [EC/NC-1], [EC/NC-2].
To switch between handsfree mode and
handheld mode
During a call, press MODE to switch the phone call
audio between the unit and cellular phone.
Note
Depending on the cellular phone, this operation may
not be available.
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To terminate connection
Useful Functions
Press MENU, rotate the control dial to select
[SONGPAL], then press it.
Rotate the control dial to select [CONNECT], then
press it.
SongPal with iPhone/Android
smartphone
Selecting the source or application
Downloading the latest version
of “SongPal” application is
required from the App Store for
iPhone or from Google Play for
Android smartphone.
To select the source
Notes
 For your safety, follow your local
traffic laws and regulations, and
do not operate the application
while driving.
 “SongPal” is an app for
controlling Sony audio devices
which are compatible with “SongPal”, by your iPhone/
Android smartphone.
 What you can control with “SongPal” varies
depending on the connected device.
 To make use of “SongPal” features, see the details on
your iPhone/Android smartphone.
 For further details on “SongPal,” visit the following
URL: http://rd1.sony.net/help/speaker/songpal/
 Visit the website below and check the compatible
iPhone/Android smartphone models.
For iPhone: visit the App Store
For Android smartphone: visit Google Play
Establishing the SongPal connection
Make the BLUETOOTH connection with
iPhone/Android smartphone (page 8).
You can operate to select the desired source or
application on iPhone/Android smartphone.
Press SRC repeatedly. Alternatively, press SRC,
rotate the control dial to select the desired source,
then press ENTER.
To display the source list
Press SRC.
Announcement of various information by
voice guide (Android smartphone only)
When SMS, Twitter/Facebook/Calendar
notifications, etc., are received, they are
automatically announced through the car speakers.
To select the audio device, press MENU, then
select [BLUETOOTH]  [SET AUDIODEV]
(page 22).
Launch the “SongPal” application.*1
Press and hold APP on the unit for more
than 2 seconds.*2
Connection to iPhone/Android smartphone
starts.
For details on the operations on iPhone/
Android smartphone, see the help of the
application.
For details on settings, refer to the help of the
application.
*1 If [AUTO LAUNCH] in [SONGPAL] is set to [ON]
(page 22), the “SongPal” connection is
established automagically when the “SongPal”
application is launched.
*2 Alternatively, press MENU, then select [SONGPAL]
 [CONNECT] (page 22).
If the device number appears
Make sure that the number is displayed (e.g.,
123456), then select [Yes] on the iPhone/Android
smartphone.
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Activating voice recognition (Android
smartphone only)
By registering applications, you can control an
application by voice command. For details, refer to
the help of the application.
To activate voice recognition
Press VOICE to activate voice recognition.
Say the desired voice command into the
microphone when [Say Source or App] appears on
the Android smartphone.
Using Siri Eyes Free
Siri Eyes Free allows you to use an iPhone
handsfree by simply speaking into the microphone.
This function requires you to connect an iPhone to
the unit via BLUETOOTH. Availability is limited
iPhone 4s or later. Make sure that your iPhone is
running the latest iOS version.
You must complete BLUETOOTH registration and
connection configurations for the iPhone with the
unit in advance. For details, see “Preparing a
BLUETOOTH Device” (page 8).
To select the iPhone, press MENU, then select
[BLUETOOTH]  [SET AUDIODEV] (page 22).
Activate the Siri function on the iPhone.
For details, refer to the operating instructions
supplied with the iPhone.
Press VOICE.
The voice command display appears.
Notes
 Voice recognition may not be available in some cases.
 Voice recognition may not work properly depending
on the performance of the connected Android
smartphone.
 Operate under conditions where noise such as engine
sound is minimized during voice recognition.
Replying a message of SMS (Android
smartphone only)
You can reply a message by voice recognition.
Activate voice recognition, then input “Reply.”
The message input display appears on the “SongPal”
application.
Input a reply message by voice recognition.
The list of message candidates appears on the
“SongPal” application.
Rotate the control dial to select the desired
message, then press it.
The message is sent out.
Making sound and display settings
You can adjust the settings relating to sound and
display via iPhone/Android smartphone.
After the iPhone beeps, speak into the
microphone.
The iPhone beeps again, then Siri starts
responding.
To deactivate Siri Eyes Free
Press VOICE.
Notes
 The iPhone may not recognize your voice depending
on usage conditions. (For example, if you are in a
moving car.)
 Siri Eyes Free may not function properly, or the
response time may lag in locations where iPhone
signals are difficult to receive.
 Depending on the iPhone’s operating condition, Siri
Eyes Free may not function properly, or may quit.
 If you play a track with an iPhone using the
BLUETOOTH audio connection, when the track starts
playback via BLUETOOTH, Siri Eyes Free automatically
quits and the unit switches to the BLUETOOTH audio
source.
 When Siri Eyes Free is activated during audio
playback, the unit may switch to the BLUETOOTH
audio source even if you do not specify a track to play.
 When connecting the iPhone to the USB port, Siri Eyes
Free may not function properly, or may quit.
 When connecting the iPhone to the unit via USB, do
not activate Siri with the iPhone. Siri Eyes Free may
not function properly, or may quit.
 There is no audio sound while Siri Eyes Free is
activated.
For details on settings, refer to the help of the
application.
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BEEP
Activates the beep sound: [ON], [OFF].
Settings
Canceling the DEMO Mode
You can cancel the demonstration display which
appears when the source is off and the clock is
displayed.
Press MENU, rotate the control dial to
select [GENERAL], then press it.
Rotate the control dial to select [SET
DEMO], then press it.
Rotate the control dial to select [SET
DEMO-OFF], then press it.
The setting is complete.
Press
(back) twice.
The display returns to normal reception/play
mode.
Basic Setting Operation
You can set items in the following setup categories:
General setup (GENERAL), Sound setup (SOUND),
Display setup (DISPLAY), BLUETOOTH setup (BT),
SongPal setup (SONGPAL)
Press MENU.
Rotate the control dial to select the setup
category, then press it.
The items that can be set differ depending on
the source and settings.
Rotate the control dial to select the
options, then press it.
To return to the previous display
Press
(back).
General Setup (GENERAL)
DEMO (demonstration)
Activates the demonstration: [ON], [OFF].
CLOCK-ADJ (clock adjust) (page 7)
CAUT ALM (caution alarm)
Activates the caution alarm: [ON], [OFF] (page 7).
(Available only while the source is off and the
clock is displayed.)
AUTO OFF
Shuts off automatically after a desired time
when the unit is turned off: [ON] (30 minutes),
[OFF].
STEERING
Registers/resets the setting of the steering
wheel remote control.
(Available when connected with the connection
cable (not supplied).)
(Available only while the source is off and the
clock is displayed.)
STR CONTROL (steering control)
Selects the input mode of the connected remote
control. To prevent a malfunction, be sure to
match the input mode with the connected
remote control before use.
CUSTOM
Input mode for the steering wheel remote
control
PRESET
Input mode for the wired remote control
excluding the steering wheel remote control
(automatically selected when [EDIT CUSTOM]
is complete or [RESET CUSTOM] is performed)
EDIT CUSTOM
Registers the functions (SOURCE, ATT, VOL +/–,
SEEK +/–, VOICE, ON HOOK, OFF HOOK) to the
steering wheel remote control:
 Rotate the control dial to select the function
you want to assign to the steering wheel
remote control, then press it.
 While [REGISTER] is blinking, press and hold
the button on the steering wheel remote
control you want to assign the function to.
When registration is complete, [REGISTERED]
is displayed.
 To register other functions, repeat steps 
and .
(Available only when [STR CONTROL] is set to
[CUSTOM].)
RESET CUSTOM
Resets the setting of the steering wheel remote
control: [YES], [NO].
(Available only when [STR CONTROL] is set to
[CUSTOM].)
Notes
 While making settings, only button operation on
the unit is available. For safety, park your car
before making this setting.
 If an error occurs while registering, all the
previously-registered information remains. Restart
registration from the function where the error
occurred.
 This function may not be available on some
vehicles. For details on the compatibility of your
vehicle, visit the support site on the back cover.
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CT (clock time)
Activates the CT function: [ON], [OFF].
BTM (best tuning memory) (page 10)
(Available only when the tuner is selected.)
SXM PARENTAL
Sets the parental lock to [ON], [OFF], and edits
the passcode (page 12).
(Available only when SiriusXM is selected.)
EQ10 CUSTOM
Sets [CUSTOM] of EQ10.
Setting the equalizer curve: [BAND1] 32 Hz,
[BAND2] 63 Hz, [BAND3] 125 Hz, [BAND4] 250 Hz,
[BAND5] 500 Hz, [BAND6] 1 kHz, [BAND7] 2 kHz,
[BAND8] 4 kHz, [BAND9] 8 kHz, [BAND10] 16 kHz.
The volume level is adjustable in 1 dB steps,
from -6 dB to +6 dB.
POSITION (listening position)
SXM RESET (SiriusXM reset)
Initializes the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner
settings (preset channels/parental lock): [YES],
[NO].
(Available only when SiriusXM is selected.)
FIRMWARE
(Available only while the source is off and the
clock is displayed.)
Checks/updates the firmware version. For
details, visit the support site on the back cover.
FW VERSION (firmware version)
Displays current firmware version.
FW UPDATE (firmware update)
Enters firmware update process: [YES], [NO].
Updating the firmware takes a few minutes to
complete. During the update, do not turn the
ignition to the OFF position, nor remove the USB
device.
Sound Setup (SOUND)
This setup menu is not available when the source is
off and the clock is displayed.
EXTRA BASS
Reinforces bass sound in synchronization with
the volume level: [1], [2], [OFF].
(Automatically sets to [OFF] when [C.AUDIO+] is
set to [ON].)
C.AUDIO+ (ClearAudio+)
Reproduces sound by optimizing the digital
signal with the Sony recommended sound
settings: [ON], [OFF]. (Automatically sets to [OFF]
when [EQ10 PRESET] is changed and/or [EXTRA
BASS] is set to [1] or [2] and/or [DSO] is set to
[LOW], [MID] or [HIGH].)
EQ10 PRESET
Selects an equalizer curve from 10 equalizer
curves or off:
[OFF], [R&B], [ROCK], [POP], [DANCE], [HIP-HOP],
[ELECTRONICA], [JAZZ], [SOUL], [COUNTRY],
[CUSTOM].
The equalizer curve setting can be memorized
for each source.
F/R POS (front/rear position)
Simulates a natural sound field by delaying the
sound output from speakers to suit your
position:
 [FRONT L] (front left),
 [FRONT R] (front right),
 [FRONT] (center front),
 [ALL] (center of your car),
[CUSTOM] (position set by the advanced car
audio settings on SongPal)
[OFF] (no position set)
ADJ POSITION (adjust position)
Fine-tunes the listening position setting: [+3] –
[CENTER] – [-3].
(Available only when [F/R POS] is not set to [OFF]
or [CUSTOM].)
SW POS (subwoofer position)
 [NEAR] (near),
 [NORMAL] (normal),
 [FAR] (far)
(Available only when [F/R POS] is set to other
than [OFF].)
DSO (dynamic stage organizer)
Creates a more ambient sound as if there were
speakers in the dashboard: [OFF], [LOW], [MID],
[HIGH].
BALANCE
Adjusts the sound balance: [RIGHT-15] –
[CENTER] – [LEFT-15].
FADER
Adjusts the relative level: [FRONT-15] – [CENTER]
– [REAR-15].
DSEE (digital sound enhancement engine)
Improves digitally compressed sound by
restoring high frequencies lost in the
compression process: [ON], [OFF].
This setting can be memorized for each source
other than the tuner.
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AAV (advanced auto volume)
Adjusts the playback volume level of all
playback sources to the optimum level: [ON],
[OFF].
RB ENH (rear bass enhancer)
Rear Bass Enhancer enhances the bass sound by
applying a low pass filter setting to the rear
speakers. This function allows the rear speakers
to work as a subwoofer if one is not connected.
(Available only when [SW DIREC] is set to [OFF].)
RBE MODE (rear bass enhancer mode)
Selects the rear bass enhancer mode: [1], [2], [3],
[OFF].
LPF FREQ (low pass filter frequency)
Selects the subwoofer cut-off frequency: [50Hz],
[60Hz], [80Hz], [100Hz], [120Hz].
LPF SLOP (low pass filter slope)
Selects the LPF slope: [1], [2], [3].
SW DIREC (subwoofer direct connection)
You can use the subwoofer without a power
amplifier when it is connected to the rear
speaker lead.
(Available only when [RBE MODE] is set to [OFF].)
Be sure to connect a 4 Ω – 8 Ω subwoofer to
either of the rear speaker leads. Do not connect
a speaker to the other rear speaker lead.
SW MODE (subwoofer mode)
Selects the subwoofer mode: [1], [2], [3], [OFF].
SW PHASE (subwoofer phase)
Selects the subwoofer phase: [NORM], [REV].
SW POS (subwoofer position)
Selects the subwoofer position: [NEAR],
[NORMAL], [FAR].
(Available only when [F/R POS] is set to other
than [OFF].)
LPF FREQ (low pass filter frequency)
Selects the subwoofer cut-off frequency: [50Hz],
[60Hz], [80Hz], [100Hz], [120Hz].
LPF SLOP (low pass filter slope)
Selects the LPF slope: [1], [2], [3].
S.WOOFER (subwoofer)
SW LEVEL (subwoofer level)
Adjusts the subwoofer volume level:
[+10 dB] – [0 dB] – [-10 dB].
([ATT] is displayed at the lowest setting.)
SW PHASE (subwoofer phase)
Selects the subwoofer phase: [NORM], [REV].
SW POS (subwoofer position)
Selects the subwoofer position: [NEAR],
[NORMAL], [FAR].
(Available only when [F/R POS] is not set to
[OFF].)
LPF FREQ (low pass filter frequency)
Selects the subwoofer cut-off frequency: [50Hz],
[60Hz], [80Hz], [100Hz], [120Hz].
LPF SLOP (low pass filter slope)
Selects the LPF slope: [1], [2], [3].
HPF (high pass filter)
HPF FREQ (high pass filter frequency)
Selects the front/rear speaker cut-off frequency:
[OFF], [50Hz], [60Hz], [80Hz], [100Hz], [120Hz].
HPF SLOP (high pass filter slope)
Selects the HPF slope (effective only when [HPF
FREQ] is set to other than [OFF]): [1], [2], [3].
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.
(Available only when the AUX is selected.)
BTA VOL (BLUETOOTH audio volume level)
Adjusts the volume level for each connected
BLUETOOTH device: [+6 dB] – [0 dB] – [-6 dB].
This setting negates the need to adjust the
volume level between sources.
(Available only when the BT audio, application or
Pandora® is selected.)
Display Setup (DISPLAY)
DIMMER
Changes the display brightness: [ON], [OFF],
[CLK], [AT] (auto).
([AT] is available only when the illumination
control lead is connected, and the head light is
turned on.)
To set this function to be active only during a
fixed period, select [CLK], then set the start and
end times.
 To set the brightness when the dimmer
function is activated:
Set [DIMMER] to [ON], then adjust
[BRIGHTNESS].
 To set the brightness when the dimmer
function is deactivated:
Set [DIMMER] to [OFF], then adjust
[BRIGHTNESS].
The brightness setting is stored and applied
when the dimmer function is activated or
deactivated.
BRIGHTNESS
Adjusts the display brightness. The brightness
level is adjustable: [1] – [10].
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BUTTON-C (button color)
Sets a preset color or customized color for the
buttons.
COLOR
Selects from 15 presets colors, 1 customized
color.
CUSTOM-C (custom color)
Registers a customized color for the buttons.
RGB RED, RGB GRN, RGB BLUE
Adjustable color range: [0] – [32] ([0] cannot
be set for all color ranges).
DSPL-C (display color)
Sets a preset color or customized color for the
display.
COLOR
Selects from 15 presets colors, 1 customized
color.
CUSTOM-C (custom color)
Registers a customized color for the display.
RGB RED, RGB GRN, RGB BLUE
Adjustable color range: [0] – [32] ([0] cannot
be set for all color ranges).
SND SYNC (sound synchronization)
Activates the synchronization of the illumination
with the sound: [ON], [OFF].
BT SIGNL (BLUETOOTH signal) (page 9)
Activates/deactivates the BLUETOOTH function.
BT INIT (BLUETOOTH initialize)
Initializes all the BLUETOOTH related settings
(pairing information, preset number, device
information, etc.): [YES], [NO].
When disposing the unit, initialize all the
settings.
(Available only while the source is off and the
clock is displayed.)
SongPal Setup (SONGPAL)
AUTO LAUNCH
Activates the “SongPal” auto launch: [ON], [OFF].
When [ON] is selected, “SongPal” will
automatically connect after the BLUETOOTH
connection is complete.
CONNECT
Establish and terminate “SongPal” function
(connection).
AUTO SCR (auto scroll)
Scrolls long items automatically: [ON], [OFF].
(Not available when the AUX or tuner is
selected.)
BLUETOOTH Setup (BLUETOOTH)
PAIRING (page 8)
Connects up to two BLUETOOTH devices:
[DEVICE 1], [DEVICE 2].
[DEVICE 1] or [DEVICE 2] will be changed to the
paired device name after pairing is complete.
AUDIODEV (audio device)
Selects the audio device. [*] appears on the
device paired with [DEVICE 1] or the current
A2DP compatible audio device.
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).
AUTOPAIR (auto pairing)
Start BLUETOOTH pairing automatically when
iOS device version 5.0 or later is connected via
USB: [ON], [OFF].
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Additional Information
Updating the Firmware
To update the firmware, visit the support site on the
back cover, then follow the online instructions.
Notes
 Using a USB device (not supplied) is required for
updating the firmware. Store the updater in the USB
device, and connect the device to the USB port, then
perform the update operation.
 Updating the firmware takes a few minutes to
complete. During the update, do not turn the ignition
to the OFF position, nor remove the USB device.
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.
 Discs that this unit CANNOT play
 Discs with labels, stickers, or sticky tape or
paper attached. Doing so may cause a
malfunction, or may ruin the disc.
 Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart,
square, star). Attempting to do so may damage
the unit.
 8 cm (3 1/4 in) discs.
Notes on CD-R/CD-RW discs
 If the multi-session disc begins with a CD-DA
session, it is recognized as a CD-DA disc, and
other sessions are not played.
 Discs that this unit CANNOT play
 CD-R/CD-RW of poor recording quality.
 CD-R/CD-RW recorded with an incompatible
recording device.
 CD-R/CD-RW which is finalized incorrectly.
 CD-R/CD-RW other than those recorded in
music CD format or MP3 format conforming to
ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2, Joliet/Romeo or multisession.
Playback order of audio files
Folder (album)
Audio file (track)
Moisture condensation
Should moisture condensation occur inside the
unit, remove the disc and wait for about an hour for
it to dry out; otherwise the unit will not operate
properly.
To maintain high sound quality
Do not splash liquid onto the unit or discs.
Notes on discs
 Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat
sources such as hot air ducts, nor leave it in a car
parked in direct sunlight.
 Before playing, wipe the discs
with a cleaning cloth from the
center out. Do not use
solvents such as benzine,
thinner, commercially
available cleaners.
 This unit is designed to play
discs that conform to the
Compact Disc (CD) standard.
DualDiscs and some of the music discs encoded
with copyright protection technologies do not
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard,
therefore, these discs may not be playable by this
unit.
About iPod
 You can connect to the following iPod models.
Update your iPod devices to the latest software
before use.
Compatible iPhone/iPod models
Compatible Model
Bluetooth®
USB
iPhone SE


iPhone 6s Plus


iPhone 6s


iPhone 6 Plus


iPhone 6


iPhone 5s


iPhone 5c

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iPhone 5
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iPhone 4s
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Compatible Model
Bluetooth®
USB
iPod touch
(6th generation)


iPod touch
(5th generation)


iPod nano
(7th generation)
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.

 “Made for iPod,” and “Made for iPhone,” mean
that an electronic accessory has been designed to
connect specifically to iPod or iPhone,
respectively, and has been certified by the
developer to meet Apple performance standards.
Apple is not responsible for the operation of this
device or its compliance with safety and
regulatory standards. Please note that the use of
this accessory with iPod or iPhone may affect
wireless performance.
If you have any questions or problems concerning
your unit that are not covered in this manual,
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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
FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE USA. NOT
APPLICABLE IN CANADA, INCLUDING IN THE
PROVINCE OF QUEBEC.
Maintenance
Replacing the lithium battery of the remote
commander
Under normal conditions, the battery will last
approximately 1 year. (The service life may be
shorter, depending on the conditions of use.)
When the battery becomes weak, the range of the
remote commander becomes shorter.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replaced only with the same or
equivalent type.
+ side up
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 ensure 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.
POUR LES CLIENTS AUX ÉTATS-UNIS. NON
APPLICABLE AU CANADA, Y COMPRIS LA
PROVINCE DE QUÉBEC.
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
CTA2006 Standard
Power Output: 20 Watts RMS × 4 at 4
Ohms < 1% THD+N
SN Ratio: 80 dBA
(reference: 1 Watt into 4 Ohms)
Tuner section
FM
Tuning range: 87.5 MHz – 107.9 MHz
Antenna (aerial) terminal:
External antenna (aerial) connector
Intermediate frequency:
FM CCIR: -1,956.5 kHz to -487.3 kHz and
+500.0 kHz to +2,095.4 kHz
Usable sensitivity: 8 dBf
Selectivity: 75 dB at 400 kHz
Signal-to-noise ratio: 73 dB (mono)
Separation: 50 dB at 1 kHz
Frequency response: 20 Hz – 15,000 Hz
AM
Tuning range: 530 kHz – 1,710 kHz
Antenna (aerial) terminal:
External antenna (aerial) connector
Sensitivity: 26 μV
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CD Player section
Signal-to-noise ratio: 120 dB
Frequency response: 10 Hz – 20,000 Hz
Wow and flutter: Below measurable limit
Maximum number*1 of:
Folders (albums)*2: 150
Files (tracks) and folders*3: 300
Displayable characters for a folder/file name:
32 (Joliet)/64 (Romeo)
Corresponding codec: MP3 (.mp3), WMA (.wma)
and AAC (.m4a)
*1 CD-R/CD-RW only
*2 including root folder
*3 may less than the measured value if folder/file
names contain many characters
USB Player section
Interface: USB (High-speed)
Maximum current: 1 A (front), 1.5 A (rear)
Maximum number of recognizable files (tracks):
10,000
Corresponding codec:
MP3 (.mp3)
Bit rate: 8 kbps – 320 kbps (Supports VBR
(Variable Bit Rate))
Sampling rate: 16 kHz – 48 kHz
WMA (.wma)
Bit rate: 32 kbps – 192 kbps (Supports VBR
(Variable Bit Rate))
Sampling rate: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
AAC (.m4a, .mp4)
Bit rate: 8 kbps – 320 kbps
Sampling rate: 11.025 kHz – 48 kHz
WAV (.wav)
Bit depth: 16 bit
Sampling rate: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
FLAC (.flac)
Bit depth: 16 bit, 24 bit
Sampling rate: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
Wireless Communication
Communication System:
BLUETOOTH Standard version 3.0
Output:
BLUETOOTH Standard Power Class 2
(Max. +4 dBm)
Maximum communication range*1:
Line of sight approx. 10 m (33 ft)
Frequency band:
2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz – 2.4835 GHz)
Modulation method: FHSS
Compatible BLUETOOTH Profiles*2:
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) 1.3
AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile) 1.5
HFP (Handsfree Profile) 1.6
PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile)
SPP (Serial Port Profile)
MAP (Message Access Profile)
HID (Human Interface Device Profile)
Corresponding codec:
SBC (.sbc), ACC (.m4a)
*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 Ω – 8 Ω
Maximum power output: 55 W × 4 (at 4 Ω)
General
Outputs:
Audio outputs terminal (FRONT, REAR, SUB)
Power antenna (aerial)/Power amplifier control
terminal (REM OUT)
Inputs:
SiriusXM input terminal
Remote controller input terminal
Antenna (aerial) input terminal
MIC input terminal
AUX input jack (stereo mini jack)
USB port (front, rear)
Power requirements: 12 V DC car battery (negative
ground (earth))
Rated current consumption: 10 A
Dimensions:
Approx. 178 mm × 50 mm × 177 mm
(7 1/8 in × 2 in × 7 in) (w/h/d)
Mounting dimensions:
Approx. 182 mm × 53 mm × 160 mm
(7 1/4 in × 2 1/8 in × 6 5/16 in) (w/h/d)
Mass: Approx. 1.2 kg (2 lb 11 oz)
Package contents:
Main unit (1)
Remote commander (1): RM-X231
Microphone (1)
Parts for installation and connections (1 set)
Optional accessories/equipment:
SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner: SXV100,
SXV200, SXV300
Cable for steering wheel remote input: RC-SR1
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.
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Copyrights
SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner and Subscription
sold separately.
www.siriusxm.com
Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are
trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc. All rights
reserved.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered
trademarks owned by 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.
The N-Mark is a trademark or registered trademark
of NFC Forum, Inc. in the United States and in other
countries.
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.
iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod touch,
and Siri are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in
the U.S. and other countries. App Store is a service
mark of Apple Inc.
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents
licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
Pandora®, the Pandora® logo, and the Pandora®
trade dress are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Pandora Media, Inc., used with
permission.
Google, Google Play and Android are trademarks of
Google Inc.
libFLAC
Copyright (C) 2000-2009 Josh Coalson
Copyright (C) 2011-2013 Xiph.Org Foundation
Redistribution and use in source and binary forms,
with or without modification, are permitted
provided that the following conditions are met:
 Redistributions of source code must retain the
above copyright notice, this list of conditions and
the following disclaimer.
 Redistributions in binary form must reproduce
the above copyright notice, this list of conditions
and the following disclaimer in the
documentation and/or other materials provided
with the distribution.
 Neither the name of the Xiph.org Foundation nor
the names of its contributors may be used to
endorse or promote products derived from this
software without specific prior written
permission.
THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE COPYRIGHT
HOLDERS AND CONTRIBUTORS “AS IS” AND ANY
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING,
BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO
EVENT SHALL THE FOUNDATION OR CONTRIBUTORS
BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL,
SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR
SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR
BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND
ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN
CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING
NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY
OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF
ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.
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, see “Connection/Installation”
(page 32).
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 or the sound is very low.
 The position of the fader control [FADER] is not
set for a 2-speaker system.
 The volume of the unit and/or connected device
is very low.
 Increase the volume of the unit and connected
device.
No beep sound.
 An optional power amplifier is connected and
you are not using the built-in amplifier.
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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 19).
The display disappears from/does not appear in
the display window.
 The dimmer is set to [DIM-ON] (page 21).
 The display disappears if you press and hold OFF.
 Press OFF on the unit until the display appears.
 The connectors are dirty (page 24).
The display/illumination flashes.
 The power supply is not sufficient.
 Check that the car battery supplies enough
power to the unit. (The power requirement is
12 V DC.)
The operation buttons do not function.
The disc will not eject.
 The connection is not correct.
 Check the connection of the unit.
If the situation does not improve, press RESET
(page 7). The contents stored in memory are
erased.
For your safety, do not reset the unit while you
are driving.
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.
 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.
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.
CD playback
The disc does not play.
 Defective or dirty disc.
 The CD-R/CD-RW is not for audio use (page 23).
MP3/WMA/AAC files cannot be played.
 The disc is incompatible with the MP3/WMA/AAC
format and version. For details on playable discs
and formats, visit the support site on the back
cover.
MP3/WMA/AAC files take longer to play than
others.
 The following discs take a longer time to start
playback.
 A disc recorded with a complicated tree
structure.
 A disc recorded in Multi Session.
 A disc to which data can be added.
The sound skips.
 Defective or dirty disc.
USB device playback
You cannot play items via a USB hub.
 This unit cannot recognize USB devices via a USB
hub.
A USB device takes longer to play.
 The USB device contains files with a complicated
tree structure.
The sound is intermittent.
 The sound may be intermittent at a high-bit-rate.
 DRM (Digital Rights Management) files may not
be playable in some cases.
Audio file cannot be played.
 USB device formatted with file systems other
than FAT16 or FAT32 are unsupported.*
* This unit supports FAT16 and FAT32, but some USB
device may not support all of these FAT. For details,
refer to the operating instruction of each USB device
or contact the manufacturer.
Preset tuning is not possible.
 The broadcast signal is too weak.
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NFC function
One touch connection (NFC) is not possible.
 If the smartphone does not respond to the
touching.
 Check that the NFC function of the smartphone
is turned on.
 Move the N-Mark part of the smartphone
closer to the N-Mark part on this unit.
 If the smartphone is in a case, remove it.
 NFC receiving sensitivity depends on the device.
If One touch connection with the smartphone
fails several times, make BLUETOOTH connection
manually.
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 22).
 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.
The phone is not connected.
 When BLUETOOTH audio is played, the phone is
not connected even if you press CALL.
 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 a timeout.
 Depending on the connecting device, the time
limit for pairing may be short.
 Try completing the pairing within the time.
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BLUETOOTH function cannot operate.
 Turn off the unit by pressing OFF for more than 2
seconds, then turn the unit on again.
CD PUSH EJT: The disc could not be ejected
properly.
 Press  (eject).
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.
HUB NO SUPRT: USB hubs are not supported.
Siri Eyes Free is not activated.
 Perform the handsfree registration for an iPhone
that supports Siri Eyes Free.
 Set the Siri function on the iPhone to on.
 Cancel the BLUETOOTH connection with the
iPhone and the unit, and reconnect.
SongPal operation
Application name is mismatched with the actual
application in “SongPal”.
 Launch the application again from the “SongPal”
application.
While running the “SongPal” application via
BLUETOOTH, the display automatically switches
to [BT AUDIO].
 The “SongPal” application or BLUETOOTH
function has failed.
 Run the application again.
The “SongPal” application is automatically
disconnected when the display switches to [IPD].
 The “SongPal” application on iPhone/iPod does
not support iPod playback.
 Change the source of the unit to other than
[IPD], then establish the “SongPal” connection
(page 17).
Pandora® operation
Pandora® connection is not possible.
 Shut down the Pandora® application on the
mobile device, and then launch it again.
Messages
The following messages may appear or flash during
operation.
CD ERROR: The disc cannot be played. The disc will
be ejected automatically.
 Clean or insert the disc correctly, or make sure the
disc is not blank or defective.
CD NO MUSIC: There is no playable file. The disc
will be ejected automatically.
 Insert a disc containing playable files (page 25).
IPD STOP: iPod playback has finished.
 Operate your iPod/iPhone to start playback.
OVERLOAD: The USB device is overloaded.
 Disconnect the USB device, then press SRC to
select another source.
 The USB device has a fault, or an unsupported
device is connected.
READ: Now reading information.
 Wait until reading is complete and playback
starts automatically. This may take some time
depending on the file organization.
USB ERROR: The USB device cannot be played.
 Connect the USB device again.
USB NO DEV: A USB device is not connected or
recognized.
 Make sure the USB device or USB cable is securely
connected.
USB NO MUSIC: There is no playable file.
 Connect a USB device containing playable files
(page 25).
USB NO SUPRT: The USB device is not supported.
 For details on the compatibility of your USB
device, visit the support site on the back cover.
or
: The beginning or the end of the
disc has been reached.
(underscore): The character cannot be
displayed.
For BLUETOOTH function:
ERROR: The selected operation could not be
performed.
 Wait for a while, then try again.
NO DEV: The BLUETOOTH device is not connected
or recognized.
 Make sure the BLUETOOTH device is securely
connected, or the BLUETOOTH connection is
established with the BLUETOOTH device.
UNKNOWN: A name or phone number cannot be
displayed.
WITHHELD: The phone number is hidden by the
caller.
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For SongPal operation:
APP --------: A connection with the application is
not established.
 Make the “SongPal” connection again (page 17).
APP DISCNCT: The application is disconnected.
 Make the “SongPal” connection (page 17).
APP DISPLAY: A screen setting display of the
application is open.
 Exit the screen setting display of the application
to enable button operation.
APP LIST: The contents list of the CD/USB/iPod is
open.
 Exit the list of the application to enable button
operation.
NO STATION - PLEASE - CREATE - STATION - IN PANDORA APP: No stations on your account.
 Create the station on the mobile device.
NOT ALLOWED: The selected operation is not
allowed.
 “Thumbs” feedback is not allowed.
 Wait until the commercial ends.
 Some functions, such as Shared Station, do not
permit feedback. Wait until the next track
begins, or select another station on the list.
 Bookmark is not allowed.
 Wait until the commercial ends.
 Select another track or station, then try it again.
PAN ERROR: The selected operation could not be
performed.
 Wait for a while, then try again.
APP MENU: A setting display of the application is
open.
 Exit the setting display of the application to
enable button operation.
PAN OPEN APP - PRESS PAUSE: Pandora® is not
running.
 Launch the Pandora® application on the mobile
device, then press PAUSE.
APP NO DEV: The device with the application
installed is not connected or recognized.
 Make the BLUETOOTH connection and establish
the “SongPal” connection again (page 17).
PLEASE LOGIN - PANDORA APP: You are not
logged into your Pandora® account.
 Disconnect the device, log into your Pandora®
account, then connect the device again.
APP SOUND: A sound setting display of the
application is open.
 Exit the sound setting display of the application
to enable button operation.
RATING ERROR: “Thumbs” feedback failed.
 Wait for a while, then try again.
OPEN APP: The “SongPal” application is not
running.
 Launch the application.
For Pandora® operation:
BOOKMARK - ERROR: Bookmarking failed.
 Wait for a while, then try again.
CANNOT SKIP: Skipping tracks is not allowed.
 Wait until the commercial ends, next track
begins, or select another station on the list.
Pandora® limits the number of skips allowed on
their service.
LICENSING - RESTRICTIONS: Pandora® is not
available outside your country.
MAINTENANCE - PLEASE - TRY AGAIN - LATER:
The Pandora® server is under maintenance.
 Wait for a while, then try again.
NO NETWORK: The network connection is unstable
or lost.
 Make the network connection again on the
device, or wait until the network connection is
established.
UPDATE - PANDORA APP: An old version of
Pandora® is connected.
 Update the Pandora® application to the latest
version.
For SiriusXM operation:
CH LOCKED
 The channel that you have requested is locked by
the radio parental control feature.
See “To set a parental control” (page 12) for more
information on the parental control feature and
how to access locked channels.
CH UNAVAIL
 The channel that you have requested is not a
valid SiriusXM channel or the channel that you
were listening to is no longer available.
 You may also see this message briefly when first
connecting a new SiriusXM Connect Vehicle
Tuner.
Visit www.siriusxm.com in the USA or
www.siriusxm.ca in Canada for SiriusXM channel
lineup information.
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CHAN UNSUB
 The channel that you have requested is not
included in your SiriusXM subscription package
or the channel that you were listening to is no
longer included in your SiriusXM subscription
package.
If you have questions about your subscription
package or would like to subscribe to this
channel, please contact SiriusXM.
In the USA, visit www.siriusxm.com or call
1-866-635-2349.
In Canada, visit www.siriusxm.ca or call
1-877-438-9677.
CHK ANT
 The radio has detected a fault with the SiriusXM
antenna.
 The antenna cable may be either disconnected or
damaged.
 Verify that the antenna cable is connected to
the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner.
 Inspect the antenna cable for damage and
kinks.
 Replace the antenna if the cable is damaged.
SiriusXM products are available at your local car
audio retailer or online at www.shop.siriusxm.com
CHECK TUNER
 The radio is having difficulty communicating with
the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner.
 The tuner may be disconnected or damaged.
 Verify that the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner
cable is securely connected to the radio.
SUBSCRIPTION UPDATE - PRESS ENT TO
CONTINUE
 The radio has detected a change in your SiriusXM
subscription status.
 Press ENTER to clear the message.
If you have questions about your subscription,
please contact SiriusXM.
In the USA, visit www.siriusxm.com or call
1-866-635-2349.
In Canada, visit www.siriusxm.ca or call
1-877-438-9677.
For steering wheel remote control
operation:
ERROR: An error occurred during the function
registration.
 Register again from the function where the error
occurred (page 19).
TIMEOUT: The function registration failed due to a
timeout.
 Try completing the registration while [REGISTER]
is blinking (about 6 seconds) (page 19).
If these solutions do not help improve the situation,
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
If you take the unit to be repaired because of CD
playback trouble, bring the disc that was used at
the time the problem began.
NO SIGNAL
 SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner is having
difficulty receiving the SiriusXM satellite signal.
 Verify that your vehicle is outdoors with a clear
view of the sky.
 Verify that the SiriusXM magnetic mount
antenna is mounted on a metal surface on the
outside of the vehicle.
 Move the SiriusXM antenna away from any
obstructions.
 Inspect the antenna cable for damage and
kinks.
 Consult the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner
installation manual for more information on
antenna installation.
 Replace the antenna if the cable is damaged.
SiriusXM products are available at your local car
audio retailer or online at www.shop.siriusxm.com
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Connection/Installation
Parts List for Installation


Cautions
 Run all ground (earth) leads to a common
ground (earth) point.
 Do not get the leads trapped under a screw, or
caught in moving parts (e.g., seat railing).
 Before making connections, turn the car ignition
off to avoid short circuits.
 Connect the yellow and red power supply leads
only after all other leads have been connected.
 Be sure to insulate any loose unconnected leads
with electrical tape for safety.
×2


5 × max. 8 mm
(7/32 × max. 5/16 in)
×4


Precautions
 Choose the installation location carefully so that
the unit will not interfere with normal driving
operations.
 Avoid installing the unit in areas subject to dust,
dirt, excessive vibration, or high temperature,
such as in direct sunlight or near heater ducts.
 Use only the supplied mounting hardware for a
safe and secure installation.
Note on the power supply lead (yellow)
When connecting this unit in combination with other
stereo components, the amperage rating of the car
circuit to which the unit is connected must be higher
than the sum of each component’s fuse amperage
rating.
Mounting angle adjustment
Adjust the mounting angle to less than 45°.

 This parts list does not include all the package
contents.
 The bracket  and the protection collar  are
attached to the unit before shipping. Before
mounting the unit, use the release keys  to
remove the bracket  from the unit. For details,
see “Removing the protection collar and the
bracket” (page 35).
 Keep the release keys  for future use as they are
also necessary if you remove the unit from your
car.
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Connection
Subwoofer*1
*3
*3
*3
Power amplifier*1
*1
Smartphone*7, iPod/
iPhone*8, USB device
*9
from a wired remote control
(not supplied)*4

Satellite radio tuner
(SiriusXM)*1
White
White/black striped
Gray
Front speaker*1*2
Gray/black striped
Green
Green/black striped
Purple
Rear speaker*1*2
Purple/black striped
Black
Yellow
Red
Blue/white striped
For details, see “Making
connections” (page 34).
Orange/white striped
*6
from a car antenna (aerial)*5
*1
*2
*3
*4
Not supplied
Speaker impedance: 4 Ω – 8 Ω × 4
RCA pin cord (not supplied)
Depending on the type of car, use an adaptor for a
wired remote control (not supplied).
For details on using the wired remote control, see
“Using the wired remote control” (page 34).
*5 Depending on the type of car, use an adaptor (not
supplied) if the antenna (aerial) connector does not
fit.
*6 Whether in use or not, route the microphone input
cord such that it does not interfere with driving
operations. Secure the cord with a clamp, etc., if it is
installed around your feet.
For details on installing the microphone, see
“Installing the microphone” (page 34).
*7 To connect a smartphone to the main unit, an
appropriate cable (not supplied) is required.
*8 To connect an iPod/iPhone, use the USB connection
cable for iPod (not supplied).
*9 Ferrite sleeve
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Speaker connection
Making connections
 To a common ground (earth) point
First connect the black ground (earth) lead, then
connect the yellow and red power supply leads.
 To the +12 V power terminal which is
energized at all times
Be sure to first connect the black ground (earth)
lead to a common ground (earth) point.
 To the +12 V power terminal which is
energized when the ignition switch is set to
the accessory position
If there is no accessory position, connect to the
+12 V power (battery) terminal which is
energized at all times.
Be sure to first connect the black ground (earth)
lead to a common ground (earth) point.
 Before connecting the speakers, turn the unit off.
 Use speakers with an impedance of 4 Ω to 8 Ω,
and with adequate power handling capacities to
avoid damage.
Installing the microphone
To capture your voice during handsfree calling, you
need to install the microphone .

 To the power antenna (aerial) control lead or
the power supply lead of the antenna (aerial)
booster
It is not necessary to connect this lead if there is
no power antenna (aerial) or antenna (aerial)
booster, or with a manually-operated telescopic
antenna (aerial).
To AMP REMOTE IN of an optional power
amplifier
This connection is only for amplifiers and a
power antenna (aerial). Connecting any other
system may damage the unit.
 To a car’s illumination signal
Be sure to first connect the black ground (earth)
lead to a common ground (earth) point.
Subwoofer Easy Connection
You can use a subwoofer without a power amplifier
when it is connected to a rear speaker cord.
Front speaker
Subwoofer
Clip (not supplied)


Cautions
 It is extremely dangerous if the cord becomes
wound around the steering column or gearstick.
Be sure to keep it and other parts from interfering
with your driving operations.
 If airbags or any other shock-absorbing
equipment is in your car, contact the store where
you purchased this unit, or the car dealer, before
installation.
Note
Before attaching the double-sided tape , clean the
surface of the dashboard with a dry cloth.
Using the wired remote control
Note
Use a subwoofer with an impedance of 4 Ω to 8 Ω, and
with adequate power handling capacities to avoid
damage.
When using the steering wheel remote
control
Memory hold connection
Installation of the connection cable RC-SR1 (not
supplied) is required before use.
When the yellow power supply lead is connected,
power will always be supplied to the memory
circuit even when the ignition switch is turned off.
To enable the steering wheel remote control, select
[SET STEERING]  [EDIT CUSTOM] to make the
registration (page 19).
When the registration completes, the steering wheel
remote control becomes available.
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Notes on installing the connection cable RC-SR1 (not
supplied)
 Refer to the support sites on the back cover for
details, then connect each lead properly to the
appropriate leads. Making an improper connection
may damage the unit.
 Depending on the type of car, be sure to insulate the
unused leads with electrical tape for safety.
 Do not connect this cable when the steering wheel
remote control is not used.
 Consulting the dealer or an experienced technician
for help is recommended.
Mounting the unit in the dashboard
 Before installing, make sure the catches on both
sides of the bracket  are bent inwards
2 mm (3/32 in).
 For Japanese cars, see “Mounting the unit in a
Japanese car” (page 36).
Position the bracket  inside the
dashboard, then bend the claws outward
for a tight fit.
When using the wired remote control
182 mm (7 1/4 in)
To enable the wired remote control, set [STR
CONTROL] in [SET STEERING] to [PRESET] (page 19).
53 mm (2 1/8 in)
Installation
Removing the protection collar and the
bracket
Before installing the unit, remove the protection
collar  and the bracket  from the unit.

Catch
Mount the unit onto the bracket , then
attach the protection collar .
Pinch both edges of the protection collar
, then pull it out.



Insert both release keys  until they
click, and pull down the bracket , then
pull up the unit to separate.


Notes
 If the catches are straight or bent outwards, the unit
will not be installed securely and may spring out.
 Make sure the 4 catches on the protection collar 
are properly engaged in the slots of the unit.

Face the hook inwards.
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Mounting the unit in a Japanese car
You may not be able to install this unit in some
makes of Japanese cars. In such a case, consult your
Sony dealer.
TOYOTA

to dashboard/center console
Fuse replacement
When replacing the fuse, be sure
Fuse (10 A)
to use one matching the
amperage rating stated on the
original fuse. If the fuse blows,
check the power connection and
replace the fuse. If the fuse blows
again after replacement, there
may be an internal malfunction. In such a case,
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Bracket
Bracket

Existing parts supplied with
your car
NISSAN

to dashboard/center console
Bracket
Bracket
Existing parts supplied with
your car

Note
To prevent malfunction, install only with the supplied
screws .
Detaching and attaching the front panel
For details, see “Detaching the Front Panel”
(page 7).
Resetting the unit
For details, see “Resetting the Unit” (page 7).
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Support site
Site d’assistance
If you have any questions or for the latest support
information on this product, please visit
the web site below:
Si vous avez des questions ou si vous souhaitez consulter
les toutes dernières informations techniques sur ce
produit, rendez-vous sur le site Web suivant :
http://esupport.sony.com/
If you have any questions/problems
regarding this product, try the following:
Read Troubleshooting in these
Operating Instructions.
Please contact (U.S.A. only);
Call
URL
1-800-222-7669
http://www.SONY.com
http://www.sony.net/
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