Sony DSXA415BT Users Manual
FM/AM
Digital Media
Player
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. DSX-A415BT
Serial No.
To cancel the demonstration (DEMO) display, see page 21.
For the connection/installation, see page 37.
Pour annuler l’affichage de démonstration (DEMO), reportez-vous à la page 23.
Pour le raccordement/l’installation, reportez-vous à la page 41.
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Operating Instructions |
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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 37).
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.
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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.
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).
Avertissement
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :
(1)l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage;
(2)l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
l'exposition aux RF
L’antenne (ou les antennes) doit tre install e de fa on maintenir tout instant une distance minimum de au moins 20 cm entre la source de radiation (l’antenne) et toute personne physique.
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.
Warning if your car’s ignition has no ACC position
Be sure to set the AUTO OFF function (page 22). 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.
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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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Table of Contents
Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Guide to Parts and Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Getting Started
Detaching the Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Resetting the Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Setting the Clock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device . . . . . . . . . 8
Connecting a USB Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Connecting Other Portable Audio
Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Listening to the Radio
Listening to the Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Using Radio Data System (RDS). . . . . . . . . 12 Listening to the SiriusXM Radio . . . . . . . . 12
Playback
Playing a Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Playing a USB Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Playing a BLUETOOTH Device . . . . . . . . . . 14
Searching and Playing Tracks . . . . . . . . . . 15
Listening to Pandora®
Setting up Pandora®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Streaming Pandora® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Available Operations in Pandora® . . . . . . . 16
Handsfree Calling (via
BLUETOOTH only)
Receiving a Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Making a Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Available Operations during Call. . . . . . . . 18
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Using Siri Eyes Free. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Settings
Canceling the DEMO Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Basic Setting Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
General Setup (GENERAL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Sound Setup (SOUND) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Display Setup (DISPLAY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
BLUETOOTH Setup (BLUETOOTH) . . . . . . . 24
Sony | Music Center Setup (SONY APP) . . 25
Additional Information
Updating the Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Connection/Installation
Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Parts List for Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
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Guide to Parts and Controls
Main unit
Front panel release button
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.
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).
MENU
Open the setup menu.
VOICE (page 18,20,21)
Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to activate voice dial, voice recognition (Android™ smartphone only), or the Siri function (iPhone only).
N-Mark
Touch the control dial with Android smartphone to make BLUETOOTH connection.
Display window
/ 
(SEEK –/+)
Tune in radio stations automatically. Press and hold to tune manually.
/ (prev/next)
/ (fast-reverse/fast-forward)
PTY (program type)
Select PTY in RDS.
(browse) (page 13)
Enter the browse mode during playback. (Not available when a USB device in Android mode or iPod is connected.)
CALL
Enter the call menu. Receive/end a call. Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to switch the BLUETOOTH signal.
(back)
Return to the previous display.
MODE (page 8,11,18)
Receptor for the remote commander
Number buttons (1 to 6)
Receive stored radio stations. Press and hold to store stations.
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ALBUM /
Skip an album for audio device. Press and hold to skip albums continuously.
(Not available when a USB device in Android mode or iPod is connected.) Press to thumbs up, or to thumbs down in Pandora® (page 16).
(repeat)
(Not available when a USB device in Android mode is connected.)
(shuffle)
(Not available when a USB device in Android mode is connected.)
MIC (page 18)
(play/pause)
EXTRA BASS
Reinforce bass sound in synchronization with the volume level. Press to change the EXTRA BASS setting: [1], [2], [OFF].
AUX input jack
DSPL (display)
Change display items.
SCRL (scroll)
Press and hold to scroll a display item.
USB port
RM-X231 Remote commander
The VOL (volume) + button has a tactile dot.
CALL
Enter the call menu. Receive/end a call.
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 +/–)
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.
1Press and hold OFF until the unit
turns off, press the front panel release button , then pull the panel towards you to remove.
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
Resetting the Unit
Before operating the unit for the first time, or after replacing the car battery or changing connections, you must reset the unit.
1Press DSPL and 
(back)/MODE for more than 2 seconds.
Note
Resetting the unit will erase the clock setting and some stored contents.
Setting the Clock
1Press MENU, rotate the control dial to select [GENERAL], then press it.
2Rotate the control dial to select [SET CLOCK-ADJ], then press it.
The hour indication flashes.
3Rotate the control dial to set the hour and minute.
To move the digital indication, press/ (SEEK –/+).
4After setting the minute, press MENU.
The setup is complete and the clock starts.
To display the clock
Press DSPL.
Checking the Battery Voltage
You can check the current battery voltage. (Not available while the source is off and the clock is displayed.)
1Press DSPL repeatedly until the battery voltage display appears.
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
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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.
1Activate the NFC function on the smartphone.
For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the smartphone.
2Touch the N-Mark part of the unit with the N-Mark part of the smartphone.
Make sure that 
lights up on the display of the unit.
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 two NFC compatible devices. In this case, disconnect either device, and make connection with the smartphone again.
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. This unit can connect two BLUETOOTH devices (two cellular phones, or a cellular phone and an audio device).
1Place the BLUETOOTH device within 1 m (3 ft) of this unit.
2Press MENU, rotate the control dial to select [BLUETOOTH], then press it.
3Rotate the control dial to select [SET PAIRING], then press it.
4Rotate 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.
5Perform pairing on the BLUETOOTH device so it detects this unit.
6Select [DSX-XXXX] (your model name) shown in the display of the BLUETOOTH device.
If your model name does not appear, repeat from step 2.
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7If 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.
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When pairing is made, 
stays lit.
8Select this unit on the BLUETOOTH device to establish the BLUETOOTH connection.
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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.
To start playback
For details, see “Playing a BLUETOOTH Device” (page 14).
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.
1Press MENU, rotate the control dial to select [BLUETOOTH], then press it.
2Rotate the control dial to select [SET BT SIGNL], then press it.
Make sure that 
lights up.
3Activate the BLUETOOTH function on the BLUETOOTH device.
4Operate the BLUETOOTH device to connect to this unit.
or 
lights up.
Icons in the display:
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 (play/ pause).
To connect with the cellular phone, press CALL.
Note
While streaming BLUETOOTH audio, you cannot connect from this unit to the cellular phone. Connect from the cellular phone to this unit instead.
Tip
With BLUETOOTH signal on: when the ignition is turned to on, this unit reconnects automatically to the last-connected cellular phone.
To install the microphone
For details, see “Installing the microphone” (page 40).
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 [SET AUTOPAIR] in [BLUETOOTH] is set to [ON] (page 24).
1Activate the BLUETOOTH function on the iPhone/iPod.
2Connect an iPhone/iPod to the USB port.
Make sure that 
lights up on the display of the unit.
Notes
•BLUETOOTH Auto Pairing is not possible if the unit is already connected to two BLUETOOTH devices. In this case, disconnect either device, then connect the iPhone/iPod again.
•If BLUETOOTH Auto Pairing is not established, see “Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device” (page 8).
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Listening to the Radio
Listening to the Radio
To listen to the radio, press SRC to select [TUNER].
Storing automatically (BTM)
1Press MODE to change the band (FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1 or AM2).
2Press MENU, rotate the control dial to select [GENERAL], then press it.
3Rotate the control dial to select [SET BTM], then press it.
The unit stores stations in order of frequency on the number buttons.
Tuning
1Press MODE to change the band (FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1 or AM2).
2Perform tuning.
To tune manually
Press and hold / (SEEK –/+) to
locate the approximate frequency, then press / (SEEK –/+) repeatedly to finely adjust to the desired frequency.
To tune automatically
Press / (SEEK –/+).
Scanning stops when the unit receives a station.
Storing manually
1While receiving the station that you want to store, press and hold a number button (1 to 6) until [MEM] appears.
Receiving the stored stations
1Select the band, then press a number button (1 to 6).
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Using Radio Data System (RDS)
Selecting program types (PTY)
1 Press PTY during FM reception.
2Rotate the control dial until the desired program type appears, then press it.
The unit starts to search for a station broadcasting the selected program type.
Type of programs
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.
1Set [SET CT-ON] in [GENERAL] (page 22).
Listening to the SiriusXM Radio
Activating your SiriusXM
Subscription
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
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 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.
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