Sony CMT-X7CD, CMT-X7CDB User guide
Personal Audio
Getting started
System
Operating Instructions
Listening to a CD
Listening to the radio
Listening to a file on a USB
device
Listening to music with
optional audio components
Listening to music through a
BLUETOOTH connection
Listening to music via a
wireless network
Additional information
About “SongPal”
Troubleshooting
Precautions/Specifications
CMT-X7CD / CMT-X7CDB
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the
ventilation opening of the appliance with
newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.
Do not expose the appliance to naked flame
sources (for example, lighted candles).
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this appliance to dripping or splashing,
and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, on the appliance.
As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit
from the mains, connect the unit to an easily
accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an
abnormality in the unit, disconnect the main plug
from the AC outlet immediately.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space,
such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
Do not expose batteries or appliances with
battery-installed to excessive heat, such as
sunshine and fire.
The unit is not disconnected from the mains as
long as it is connected to the AC outlet, even if the
unit itself has been turned off.
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits set out in the EMC Directive
using a connection cable shorter than 3 meters.
The nameplate is located on the bottom exterior.
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this product
will increase eye hazard.
This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER
product. This marking is located on the bottom
exterior.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
Notice for customers: the following
information is only applicable to
equipment sold in countries applying EU
directives.
This product has been manufactured by or on
behalf of Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku
Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. Inquiries related to product
compliance based on European Union legislation
shall be addressed to the authorized
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representative, Sony Deutschland GmbH,
Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany.
For any service or guarantee matters, please refer
to the addresses provided in the separate service
or guarantee documents.
Hereby, Sony Corp., declares that this equipment is
in compliance with the essential requirements and
other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
For details, please access the following URL:
http://www.compliance.sony.de/
Disposal of Old Electrical &
Electronic Equipment
(Applicable in the European
Union and other European
countries with separate
collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its packaging
indicates that this product shall not be treated as
household waste. Instead it shall be handed over
to the applicable collection point for the recycling
of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring
this product is disposed of correctly, you will help
prevent potential negative consequences for the
environment and human health, which could
otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste
handling of this product. The recycling of materials
will help to conserve natural resources. For more
detailed information about recycling of this
product, please contact your local Civic Office, your
household waste disposal service or the shop
where you purchased the product.
Europe Only
Disposal of waste batteries
(applicable in the European
Union and other European
countries with separate
collection systems)
This symbol on the battery or on the packaging
indicates that the battery provided with this
product shall not be treated as household waste.
On certain batteries this symbol might be used in
combination with a chemical symbol. The chemical
symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) are added if
the battery contains more than 0.0005% mercury
or 0.004% lead.
By ensuring these batteries are disposed of
correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative
consequences for the environment and human
health which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of the battery. The
recycling of the materials will help to conserve
natural resources.
In case of products that for safety, performance or
data integrity reasons require a permanent
connection with an incorporated battery, this
battery should be replaced by qualified service
staff only.
To ensure that the batter y will be treated properly,
hand over the product at end-of-life to the
applicable collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment.
For all other batteries, please view the section on
how to remove the battery from the product
safely. Hand the battery over to the applicable
collection point for the recycling of waste
batteries.
For more detailed information about recycling of
this product or battery, please contact your local
Civic Office, your household waste disposal service
or the shop where you purchased the product.
Before operating this system
Malfunctions that occur during the
normal use of the system will be repaired
by Sony in accordance with the
conditions defined in the limited
warranty for this system. However, Sony
will not be liable for any consequences
arising from a failure to play caused by a
damaged or malfunctioning system.
Music discs encoded with
copyright protection technologies
This product is designed to playback discs
that conform to the Compact Disc (CD)
standard. Recently, various music discs
encoded with copyright protection
technologies are marketed by some record
companies.
Please be aware that among those discs,
there are some that do not conform to the
CD standard and may not be playable by
this product.
Note on DualDiscs
A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which
mates DVD recorded material on one side
with digital audio material on the other side.
However, since the audio material side does
not conform to the Compact Disc (CD)
standard, playback on this product is not
guaranteed.
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Table of Contents
Before operating this system................................................................. 3
Getting started
Location and Function of Controls.........................................................6
Setting the clock.....................................................................................9
Listening to a CD
Playing a CD-DA/MP3 disc....................................................................10
To change the play mode ................................................................10
Creating your own program (Program Play) ......................................... 11
Listening to the radio
Tuning in a radio station .......................................................................13
Presetting radio stations.......................................................................13
Running the DAB Automatic Scan manually (CMT-X7CDB only)............14
Listening to a file on a USB device
Playing a file on a USB device................................................................15
Listening to music with optional audio
components
Playing back the music of optional audio components .......................16
Listening to music through a BLUETOOTH
connection
Pairing the system with a BLUETOOTH device and listening to
music .................................................................................................17
Listening to music through a registered device..................................18
Listening to music by one-touch action (NFC)......................................19
Playing with high quality sound codec (AAC/aptX)............................. 20
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Listening to music via a wireless network
Preparing: setting up for a network .....................................................21
Connecting with PC ........................................................................21
Connecting with a wired network.....................................................23
Listening to music on an Xperia™/Xperia Tablet
(WALKMAN® application) ..................................................................23
Listening to music on iPhone, iPad, iPod or iTunes (AirPlay)............... 24
Listening to music on Windows 8/Windows 7 (Home network)..........25
Using Internet music streaming (Music Services)................................ 26
Additional information
Setting the Automatic Standby function..............................................27
Setting the BLUETOOTH/Network Standby mode............................... 28
Setting the wireless BLUETOOTH signal ON/OFF................................. 28
Adjusting the sound ............................................................................ 29
Using the timers................................................................................... 29
Setting the Sleep Timer.................................................................. 29
Setting the Play Timer.................................................................... 29
Updating the software..........................................................................31
Changing the battery ............................................................................31
About “SongPal”.................................................................................33
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting .................................................................................. 34
Messages............................................................................................. 38
Precautions/Specifications
Precautions.......................................................................................... 40
Compatible devices and versions.........................................................41
iPhone/iPad/iPod touch.................................................................41
DLNA device..................................................................................41
USB device ....................................................................................41
BLUETOOTH wireless technology ........................................................ 42
Specifications....................................................................................... 43
Important information on software......................................................47
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Getting started
Top
Front
Location and Function of Controls
Note
This manual mainly explains operations using the remote, but the same operations can also
be performed using the buttons on the unit having the same or similar names.
Unit (front/top)
FUNCTION button(S)
Press to change the source. Each press
changes to the next source in the
following sequence:
CD USB BT AUDIO DAB* FM
AUDIO IN NETWORK
* DAB is for CMT-X7CDB only.
(play/pause) button
Use to start or pause playback.
/ (fast-rewind / fast-forward) /
TUNING +/– buttons
Use to cue to the beginning of a track
or file, or fast-forward or fast-rewind
the track or file.
Use to tune in a desired radio station.
VOL +/– button
Use to adjust the volume.
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Standby indicator
Lights in green when the power is turned
on.
Lights in red when the power is turned
off. The indicator flashes in red if the
system detects an abnormality (page 34).
When the system in BLUETOOTH/
Network standby mode, the indicator
lights up in orange.
/ (power) button
Use to turn the power on or off.
Display window
(eject) button
Use to eject a CD.
Disk slot
Insert a CD.
N-Mark
Place a smartphone/tablet equipped
with the NFC function close to this mark
to perform BLUETOOTH registration,
connection or disconnection by a onetouch action (page 19).
Remote sensor
The IR mark is not indicated on the
unit.
Remote
/ (power) button
Use to turn the power on or off.
SOUND button
Use to control the sound quality
(page 29).
TIMER button
Use to set the clock or play timer (page 9,
29).
// (enter) button
Press / to select an item, then press
to enter.
+/– button
Use to select a folder (album) on an MP3
disc or USB device.
CLEAR button
Use to delete a programmed track or
folder (page 12).
(play/pause) button
Use to start or pause playback.
/ (previous/next)/PRESET +/–
buttons
Use to cue the beginning of a track or
file.
Use to select a preset number of the
radio station tuned in.
/ (fast-rewind/fast-forward)/
TUNING +/– buttons
Use to fast-rewind or fast-forward a
track or file.
Use to tune-in a desired radio station.
VOL +/– button
Use to adjust the volume.
(stop) button
Use to stop playback.
RETURN button
Use to return to the previous status.
MENU button
Use to display the menu. Press / to
select the items in the menu.
FUNCTION –/+ button(s)
Press to change the functions. Each press
of the + button changes to the next
function in the following sequence:
CD USB BT AUDIO DAB*
FM AUDIO IN NETWORK
*DAB is for CMT-X7CDB only.
DISPLAY button
Use to change the information displayed
in the display window when the power is
on. An underscore “_” is displayed in the
place of an unrecognizable character.
If you press this button when the power
is turned off, the clock time is displayed.
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When you use the remote for the
Note
Note
first time
The battery is factory-installed in the remote.
Before using the remote for the first time,
remove the insulation sheet attached to the
battery holder. For details, see “Changing the
battery” (page 31).
Unit (back)
Wireless LAN antenna
If you use the wireless network function,
set the antenna as shown in the
illustration.
(USB) port
Connect a USB device (page 15).
You can use your iPhone/iPod with this system
via Bluetooth or AirPlay connection only.
AUDIO IN (external input) jack
Connect optional external equipment
with an audio connecting cable (not
supplied).
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~ AC IN (220-240 V AC) input
Connect the power cord (supplied) to the
wall outlet.
LAN connector
Connect network equipment with
network cable (not supplied) (page 23).
FM ANTENNA
(for CMT-X7CD only)/
DAB/FM ANTENNA
(for CMT-X7CDB only)
Connect the FM or DAB/FM antenna.
* The illustration above is for CMT-X7CD.
Find a location and an orientation that provide
good reception, and then fix the antennas to a
stable surface (window, wall, etc.).
Secure the end of the FM lead antenna with
adhesive tape.
Setting the clock
Note
Press / to turn on the system.
1
Press TIMER.
2
If “PLAY SET” is displayed, press / to
select “CLOCK,” then press .
Press / to set the hour, then
3
press .
Press / to set the minutes,
4
then press .
Complete the clock setting.
The clock settings are reset when you
disconnect the power cord or if a power failure
occurs.
To display the clock when the
system is off
Press DISPLAY repeatedly to display the
clock. The clock is displayed for about 8
seconds.
If the BLUETOOTH/Network Standby mode is
on, the clock does not appear by pressing
DISPLAY.
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Note
Listening to a CD
Label side
(printed side)
(eject)
Play mode
Playing a CD-DA/MP3 disc
Press FUNCTION to select “CD.”
1
Insert a CD to the disc slot at the
2
top of the unit.
Load a CD with the label side (printed
side) toward you.
To change the play mode
Play mode enables you to playback the
same music repeatedly or shuffle-play.
Press to stop playback.
1
If you select “REPEAT” in step 4, you do
not have to stop playback.
Press MENU.
2
Press / to select “CD MENU,”
3
then press .
Press / to select “PLAYMODE”
4
or “REPEAT,” then press .
Plays back automatically.
If you switch the function to “CD” from
another function when a CD is already
inserted in the slot, press after
“READING” has disappeared from the
display window.
The button of the remote or the unit
enables you to fast-rewind/fastforward, select a track, file or folder (for
MP3 disc), etc.
To eject the CD
Press (eject) on the unit.
8 cm CDs cannot be used with this system.
Do not load a CD with non-standard shapes
(e.g., heart, square, star). Doing this may cause
irreparable damage to the system.
Do not use a CD with tape, stickers or paste on it
as this may cause malfunction.
When you remove a disc, do not touch the
surface of the disc.
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Press / to select the play
5
mode, then press .
You can select the following play
modes.
PLAYMODE
Play mode Effect
NORMAL Plays a track or file.
FOLDER* Plays all tracks in the
SHUFFLE Plays all tracks or files in
FLDR.SHUF* Plays all tracks or files in
selected folder. “FLDR”
lights up in the display
window.
random order. “SHUF”
lights up in the display
window.
the selected folder in
random order. “FLDR.
SHUF” lights up in the
display window.
Play mode Effect
Selected track
or file number
Tot al p la yi ng ti m e o f
the selected track or
file
PROGRAM Plays the programmed
* This play mode is applicable only for playing an
MP3 disc.
tracks or files. “PGM” lights
up in the display window.
For details, see “Creating
your own program
(Program Play)” (page 11).
REPEAT
Play mode Effect
ALL (Repeat
plays all tracks)
ONE (Repeat
plays one track)
OFF Cancels repeat playback.
The system plays all tracks
in a disc or folder
repeatedly. “ ” lights up
in the display window.
The system plays the
selected track repeatedly.
“ 1” lights up in the
display window.
Note on playing MP3 discs
Do not save unnecessary folders or files
on a disc that has MP3 files.
Folders that have no MP3 files are not
recognized on the system.
The system can only play MP3 files that
have a file extension of “.mp3.”
Even when file name has the “.mp3” file
extension, if it is not an audio MP3 file,
playing this file may generate a loud
noise, which could cause damage of the
system.
The maximum number of MP3 folders and
files compatible with this system is:
999* folders (including the root folder)
999 files
250 files in a single folder
8 folder levels (in the tree structure of
files)
* This includes folders that have no MP3 or
other files. The number of folders that the
system can recognize may be less than actual
number of folders, depending on the folder
structure.
Compatibility with all MP3 encoding/
writing software, CD-R/RW drive and
recording media cannot be guaranteed.
Incompatible MP3 discs may produce
noise or interrupted audio or may not play
at all.
Creating your own program (Program Play)
Plays the programmed track or file in a CD.
Select “PROGRAM” in step 5 of
1
“To change the play mode”
(page 10), then press .
When using an MP3 disc, press
2
+/– to select the folder
containing the tracks or files that
you want to program.
If you want to play all tracks or files in
the folder, press .
Press / to select a
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desired track or file, then select
.
Repeat the steps above to program
additional tracks or files.
Press .
4
Your program of tracks or files starts
playback.
To cancel program play
In step 1, select “NORMAL” for “PROGRAM,”
then press .
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To delete a programmed track or
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file
Press CLEAR while the play is stopped. Each
time you press the button, the last
programmed track or file will be deleted.
When all the programmed tracks or files are
deleted, “NO STEP” appears.
Up to 25 tracks or files can be programmed. If
you attempt to program more than 25 tracks or
files, “FULL” will be displayed. In this case, delete
unnecessary tracks.
To play the same program again, press .
When the disc is ejected or the power cord is
disconnected after programming, all the
programmed tracks and files are deleted.
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Tip
Listening to the radio
Preset number
Presetting radio
Tuning in a radio station
Press FUNCTION to select “FM” or
1
“DAB*” (CMT-X7CDB).
Press and hold PRESET +/– until
2
the frequency indication in the
display window starts changing,
then release the button.
Tuning stops automatically when a FM
stereo broadcast is received
(Automatic Scanning).
“ST” lights up in the display window.
* DAB is for CMT-X7CDB only.
Manual tuning
Press PRESET +/– repeatedly to tune-in the
desired station.
Note on DAB/DA B+ stations (CMT-X7CDB only)
When you tune in a station that provides
RDS services, information such as the
service name or station name is provided
by broadcasts.
When tuning in a DAB/DAB+ station, it
may take a few seconds before you hear
any sound.
Primary service is automatically received
when secondary service ends.
This tuner does not support data services.
If reception of an FM stereo broadcast is noisy,
press MENU and select “TUNE:MENU,” “FM
MODE” and “MONO” in turn, to select monaural
reception. This reduces noise.
stations
You can preset your desired radio stations.
Tune in the desired station, then
1
press MENU.
Press / to select
2
“TUNE:MENU,” then press .
Press / to select “MEMORY,”
3
then press .
Press / to select “OK,” then
4
press .
Press / to select the preset
5
number, then press .
“COMPLETE” appears in the display
window and the radio station is
registered with the preset number.
Repeat the steps above to register
further radio stations.
Press / to turn off the power,
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then press / again to turn on
the power.
You can preset up to 20 FM, or 20 DAB/DAB+
and 20 FM stations (CMT-X7CDB).
If you select an already-registered preset
number in step 5, the preset radio station is
replaced by the currently tuned-in radio station.
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To tune in to a preset radio
Note
station
Press PRESET +/– to select the preset
number to which the desired station is
registered.
Running the DAB Automatic Scan manually (CMT-X7CDB only)
Before you can tune in DAB/DAB+ stations,
you must perform a DAB Initial Scan.
When you have moved to another area, also
perform the DAB Initial Scan manually to
update the DAB/DAB+ service information.
Press MENU.
1
Press / to select
2
“TUNE:MENU,” then press .
Press / to select “INIT:SCAN,”
3
then press .
Press / to select “OK,” then
4
press .
Scanning begins. The scanning
progress is indicated by asterisks
(*******). Depending on the DAB/DAB+
services available in your area,
scanning may take a few minutes.
If your country or region does not support DAB/
DAB+ broadcast,“NO SERV” appears.
This procedure clears all previously stored
presets.
Before unplugging the DAB/FM lead antenna,
make sure the system is turned off to preserve
your own DAB/DAB+ settings.
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Tip
Note
Listening to a file on a USB device
Playing a file on a USB device
You can play audio files stored on a USB
device such as WALKMAN® or digital media
player, on this system by connecting a USB
device to the system.
For details on compatible USB devices, see
“Compatible devices and versions”
(page 41).
Press FUNCTION to select “USB.”
1
Connect the USB device to the
2
(USB) port on the rear of the unit.
Connect the USB device directly, or via
the USB cable supplied with the USB
device, to the (USB) port.
Wait until “READING” disappears.
Press .
3
Starts playback.
You can operate fast-rewind/fastforward, selecting a track or file or
selecting folder with the remote or the
button of the unit.
When playing the USB device, the play mode
can be selected. Press MENU, then select “USB
MENU.” Select “PLAYMODE” or “REPEAT.”
For details, see “To change the play mode”
(page 10). When a file on a USB device is playing,
programmed playback cannot be played.
If a USB device is connected to the unit, battery
charging starts automatically. Even when the
system is off, the USB device can be charged.
If the USB device cannot be charged, disconnect
and reconnect it. For details on the charging
status of the USB device, see the operating
manual of the USB device.
The playback order for the system may differ
from the playback order of the connected digital
music player.
Be sure to turn off the system before removing
the USB device. Removing the USB device while
the system is turned on may corrupt the data on
the USB device.
When USB cable connection is necessary,
connect the USB cable supplied with the USB
device to be connected. For details on
connection, refer to the operation manual
supplied with the USB device to be connected.
It may take time before “READING” appears after
connecting, depending on the type of USB
device connected.
Do not connect the USB device through a USB
hub.
When the USB device is connected, the system
reads all the files on the USB device. If there are
many folders or files on the USB device, it may
take a long time to finish reading the USB
device.
With some connected USB devices, it may take a
long time to transmit signals from the system or
to finish reading the USB device.
Compatibility with all encoding/writing software
cannot be guaranteed. If audio files on the USB
device were originally encoded with
incompatible software, those files may produce
noise or may malfunction.
The maximum number of folders and files on
the USB device compatible with this system is:
1,000* folders (including the root folder)
3,000 files
250 files in a single folder
8 folder levels (in the tree structure of files)
* This includes folders that have no playable
audio files and empty folders. The number of
folders that the system can recognize may be
less than actual number of folders,
depending on the folder structure.
The system does not necessarily support all the
functions provided in a connected USB device.
Folders that have no audio files are not
recognized.
The audio formats that you can listen to with this
system are as follows:
MP3: file extension “.mp3”
WMA**: file extension “.wma”
AAC**: file extension “.m4a,” “.mp4” or “.3gp”
Note that even when file name has the correct file
extension, if the actual file differs, the system may
produce noise or may malfunction.
** Files with DRM (Digital Rights Management)
copyright protection or files downloaded from
an online music store cannot be played on this
system. If you try to play one of these files, the
system plays the next unprotected audio file.
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Listening to a file on a USB device
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Listening to music with optional audio components
Playing back the music of optional audio components
You can play a track of optional audio
components connected to the unit.
Beforehand, press the VOL – to turn down the
volume.
Press FUNCTION to select “AUDIO
1
IN.”
Connect its audio connecting
2
cord to the AUDIO IN jack on the
rear of the unit and the output
terminal of the optional external
equipment.
Start playback of the connected
3
component.
Adjust the volume on the connected
component during playback.
Press VOL +/– on the remote to
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adjust the volume.
The system may enter Standby mode
automatically if the volume level of the
connected component is too low. For details, see
“Setting the Automatic Standby function”
(page 27).
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Note
Tip
Note
Listening to music through a BLUETOOTH connection
Pairing the system with a BLUETOOTH device and listening to music
You can listen to music from BLUETOOTH
device over a wireless connection.
Before using the BLUETOOTH function,
perform pairing to register your BLUETOOTH
device.
Place the BLUETOOTH device to be connected
within one meter of the system.
If your BLU ETOOTH device is compliant with
touch (NFC), skip the next procedure. See
“Listening to music by one-touch action (NFC)”
(page 19).
Search for this system with the
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BLUETOOTH device.
A list of the devices found may appear
on the BLUETOOTH device display.
Select [SONY:CMT-X7CD] or
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[SONY:CMT-X7CDB] (this system).
If prompted to enter a passkey on the
BLUETOOTH device, enter “0000.”
If this system is not shown in the
display window of the device, proceed
from step 1 again.
When pairing is completed, the display
changes to the connected BLUETOOTH
device name from “PAIRING” and the
BLUETOOTH indicator lights up.
Press .
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Starts playback.
Depending on the BLUETOOTH device,
press again. Also, you may have to
start up a music player on the
BLUETOOTH device.
Listening to music through a BLUETOOTH connection
Press FUNCTION to select “BT
1
AUDIO.”
Press MENU.
2
Press / to select “BT MENU,”
3
then press .
Press / to select “PAIRING,”
4
then press .
Press / to select “OK” then
5
press .
When “PAIRING” starts flashing in the
display window, the system changes to
pairing mode.
Press VOL +/– to adjust the
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volume.
If the volume cannot be changed on
the system, adjust it on your
BLUETOOTH device.
Operation such as fast-rewind/fastforward, selecting music and selecting
a folder can be operated with the
remote or buttons of the unit.
You can perform a pairing operation or attempt
to make a BLUETOOTH connection with another
BLUETOOTH device while the BLUETOOTH
connection is established with one BLUETOOTH
device. The currently established BLUETOOTH
connection is canceled when BLUETOOTH
connection with another device is successfully
established.
The operations described above may not be
available for certain BLUETOOTH devices. In
addition, the actual operations may differ
depending on the connected BLUETOOTH
device.
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