SONY DSX-A60BT User Manual
4-468-990-11(1)
FM/MW/LW
Digital Media
Player
To cancel the demonstration (DEMO) display, see page 19. Zum Deaktivieren der Demo-Anzeige (DEMO) schlagen Sie bitte auf Seite 21 nach.
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DSX-A60BT
Be sure to install this unit in the dashboard of the car for safety.
For installation and connections, see the supplied installation/connections manual.
Made in Thailand
The nameplate indicating operating voltage, etc., is located on the bottom of the chassis.
Hereby, Sony Corp., declares that this DSXA60BT 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/
Italy: Use of the RLAN network is governed:
with respect to private use, by the Legislative Decree of 1.8.2003, no. 259 (“Code of Electronic Communications”). In particular Article 104 indicates when the prior obtainment of a general authorization is required and Art. 105 indicates when free use is permitted;
with respect to the supply to the public of the RLAN access to telecom networks and services, by the Ministerial Decree 28.5.2003, as amended, and Art. 25 (general authorization for electronic communications networks and services) of the Code of electronic communications.
Norway: Use of this radio equipment is not allowed in the geographical area within a radius of 20 km from the centre of NyAlesund, Svalbard.
Notice for customers: the following information is only applicable to equipment sold in countries applying EU Directives
Manufacturer: Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan
For EU product compliance: Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany
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 battery 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.
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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.
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 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.
Notes on BLUETOOTH function
Caution
IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR OTHER DAMAGES INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF REVENUE, LOSS OF DATA, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ANY ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT, DOWNTIME, AND PURCHASER’S TIME RELATED TO OR ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, ITS HARDWARE AND/OR ITS SOFTWARE.
IMPORTANT NOTICE!
Safe and efficient use
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by Sony may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Please check for exceptions, due to national requirement or limitations, in usage of BLUETOOTH equipment before using this product.
Driving
Check the laws and regulations on the use of cellular phones and handsfree equipment in the areas where you drive.
Always give full attention to driving and pull off the road and park before making or answering a call if driving conditions so require.
Connecting to other devices
When connecting to any other device, please read its user guide for detailed safety instructions.
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Radio frequency exposure
RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in cars, such as electronic fuel injection systems, electronic antiskid (antilock) braking systems, electronic speed control systems or air bag systems. For installation or service of this device, please consult with the manufacturer or its representative of your car. Faulty installation or service may be dangerous and may invalidate any warranty that may apply to this device.
Consult with the manufacturer of your car to ensure that the use of your cellular phone in the car will not affect its electronic system.
Check regularly that all wireless device equipment in your car is mounted and operating properly.
Emergency calls
This BLUETOOTH car handsfree and the electronic device connected to the handsfree operate using radio signals, cellular, and landline networks as well as userprogrammed function, which cannot guarantee connection under all conditions. Therefore do not rely solely upon any electronic device for essential communications (such as medical emergencies).
Remember, in order to make or receive calls, the handsfree and the electronic device connected to the handsfree must be switched on in a service area with adequate cellular signal strength.
Emergency calls may not be possible on all cellular phone networks or when certain network services and/or phone features are in use.
Check with your local service provider.
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Table of Contents
Guide to Parts and Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Getting Started
Detaching the Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Setting the Clock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device . . . . . . . . . . 8
Connecting an iPod/USB Device . . . . . . . . . 10
Connecting Other Portable Audio
Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Listening to the Radio
Listening to the Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Using Radio Data System (RDS). . . . . . . . . . 12
Playback
Playing an iPod/USB Device . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Playing a BLUETOOTH Device . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Searching and Playing Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Handsfree Calling
Receiving a Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Making a Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Available Operations during Call. . . . . . . . . 18
Settings
Canceling the DEMO Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Basic Setting Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
General Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
BT INIT (BLUETOOTH initialize) . . . . . . . . 20
Sound Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
EQ3 PRST (EQ3 preset) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
EQ3 LOW, EQ3 MID, EQ3 HIGH . . . . . . . . 20
BLUETOOTH Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Additional Information
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
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Guide to Parts and Controls
Main unit
The number 2/ALBUM button has a tactile dot.
(browse) (page 15)
Enter the browse mode during playback.
SOURCE
Turn on the power. Change the source.
-OFF
Press and hold for 1 second to turn off the power.
Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to turn off the power and the display. If the unit is turned off and the display disappears, it is unable you to operate with the remote.
Control dial
Rotate to adjust the volume.
ENTER
Enter the selected item.
SELECT
Enter sound setting.
Press and hold to open the general setup menu.
(handsfree)
Receive/end a call.
CALL
Enter the call menu.
Press and hold more than 2 seconds to switch the BLUETOOTH signal.
Display window
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(back)
Return to the previous display.
MODE (page 11, 14, 18)
(front panel release)
SEEK +/–
Tune in radio stations automatically. Press and hold to tune manually.
/ (prev/next), /
(reverse/fast-forward)
Receptor for the remote commander
AF (alternative frequencies)/TA (traffic announcement)
Set AF and TA in RDS.
-PTY (program type)
Press and hold to select PTY in RDS.
Number buttons
Receive stored radio stations. Press and hold to store stations.
Call a stored phone number. Press and hold to store a phone number.
ALBUM /
Skip an album for audio device. Press and hold to skip albums continuously.
PAUSE
SHUF (shuffle) MIC (page 18)
DSPL (display)
Change display items.
-SCRL (scroll)
Press and hold to scroll a display item.
USB port
AUX input jack
RM-X231 Remote
The VOL (volume) + button has a tactile dot.
Remove the insulation film before use.
( )/ ( )
VOL (volume) +/–
SOUND
Open the SOUND menu directly.
-MENU
Press and hold to open the general setup menu.
(+)/ (–)
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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 .
The unit is turned off.
2Press 
, then remove the panel by pulling it towards you.
Caution alarm
If you turn the ignition switch to the OFF position without detaching the front panel, the caution alarm will sound for a few seconds. The alarm will only sound if the built-in amplifier is used.
Attaching the front panel
Setting the Clock
1Press and hold SELECT.
The setup display appears.
2Rotate the control dial to select [CLOCK-ADJ], then press it.
The hour indication flashes.
3Rotate the control dial to set the hour and minute.
To move the digital indication, press SEEK +/–.
4After setting the minute, press SELECT.
The setup is complete and the clock starts.
To display the clock, press DSPL.
Preparing a BLUETOOTH
Device
You can enjoy music, or perform handsfree calling, by connecting a suitable BLUETOOTH device. For details on connecting, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the device.
Before connecting the device, turn down the volume of this unit; otherwise, loud sound may result.
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Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device
When connecting a BLUETOOTH device (cellular phone, audio device, etc.) for the first time, mutual registration (called “pairing”) is required. Pairing enables this unit and other devices to recognize each other.
1Place the BLUETOOTH device within 1 m (3 ft) of this unit.
2Press CALL, rotate the control dial to select [PAIRING], then press it.
flashes.
The unit enters pairing standby mode.
3Perform pairing on the BLUETOOTH device so it detects this unit.
4Select [Sony Automotive] shown in the display of the BLUETOOTH device.
If [Sony Automotive] does not appear, repeat from step 2.
5If passkey* input is required on the BLUETOOTH device, input [0000].
*Passkey may be called “passcode,” “PIN code,” “PIN number” or “Password,” etc., depending on the device.
Input passkey 
[0000]
When pairing is made, 
stays lit.
6Select this unit on the BLUETOOTH device to establish the BLUETOOTH connection.
or 
lights up when the connection is made.
Note
While connecting to a BLUETOOTH device, this unit cannot be detected from another device. To enable detection, enter the pairing mode and search for this unit from another device.
To cancel pairing
Perform step 2 to cancel the pairing mode after this unit and the BLUETOOTH device are paired.
Connecting with a paired
BLUETOOTH device
To use a paired device, connection with this unit is required. Some paired devices will connect automatically.
1Press CALL, rotate the control dial to select [BT SIGNL], then press it.
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Make sure that 
lights up.
2Activate the BLUETOOTH function on the BLUETOOTH device.
3Operate the BLUETOOTH device to connect to this unit.
or 
lights up.
Icons in the display:
Lights up when a cellular phone is connected to the unit.
Lights up when an audio device is connected to the unit.
To connect the last-connected device from this unit
Activate the BLUETOOTH function on the BLUETOOTH device.
Press SOURCE.
Select [BT PHONE] or [BT AUDIO].
Press 
(handsfree) to connect with the cellular phone, or PAUSE to connect with the audio device.
Note
While streaming BLUETOOTH audio, you cannot connect from this unit to the cellular phone. Connect from the cellular phone to this unit instead.
Tip
With BLUETOOTH signal on: when the ignition is turned to on, this unit reconnects automatically to the last-connected cellular phone.
Connecting an iPod/USB
Device
1 Turn down the volume on the unit.
2Connect the iPod/USB device to the unit.
To connect an iPod/iPhone, use the USB connection cable for iPod (not supplied).
When connecting an iPhone
Connecting Other Portable
Audio Device
1 Turn off the portable audio device.
2 Turn down the volume on the unit.
3Connect the portable audio device to the AUX input jack (stereo mini jack) on the unit with a connecting cord (not supplied)*.
* Be sure to use a straight type plug.
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4 Press SOURCE to select [AUX].
To match the volume level of the connected device to other sources
Start playback of the portable audio device at a moderate volume, and set your usual listening volume on the unit.
Press SELECT, and rotate the control dial to select [AUX VOL] (page 20).
Listening to the Radio
Listening to the Radio
To listen to the radio, press SOURCE to select [TUNER].
Storing automatically (BTM)
1 Press MODE to change the band.
2Press and hold SELECT (FM1, FM2, FM3, MW or LW).
The setup display appears.
3Rotate the control dial to select [BTM], then press it.
The unit stores stations in order of frequency on the number buttons.
Tuning
1Press MODE to change the band (FM1, FM2, FM3, MW or LW).
2Perform tuning.
To tune manually
Press and hold SEEK +/– to locate the approximate frequency, then press SEEK +/– repeatedly to fine adjust to the desired frequency.
To tune automatically
Press SEEK +/–.
Scanning stops when the unit receives a station. Repeat this procedure until the desired station is received.
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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).
Using Radio Data System (RDS)
Setting alternative frequencies (AF) and traffic announcement (TA)
AF continuously retunes the station to the strongest signal in a network, and TA provides current traffic information or traffic programs (TP) if received.
1Press AF/TA to select [AF-ON], [TAON], [AF/TA-ON] or [AF/TA-OFF].
To store RDS stations with the AF and TA setting
You can preset RDS stations along with an AF/TA setting. Set AF/TA, then store the station with BTM or manually. If you preset manually, you can also preset non-RDS stations.
To receive emergency announcements
With AF or TA on, emergency announcements will automatically interrupt the currently selected source.
When adjusting the volume level during a traffic announcement
Level will be stored into memory for subsequent traffic announcements, independently from the regular volume level.
To stay with one regional program (REGIONAL)
When the AF and REGIONAL functions are on, you will not be switched to another regional station with a stronger frequency. If you leave this regional program’s reception area, set [REG-OFF] in the general setup during FM reception (page 20).
This function does not work in the UK and some other areas.
Local Link function (UK only)
This function enables you to select other local stations in the area, even if they are not stored on your number buttons.
During FM reception, press a number button (1 to 6) on which a local station is stored. Within 5 seconds, press again a number button of the local station. Repeat this procedure until the local station is received.
Selecting program types (PTY)
Use PTY to display or search for a desired program type.
1Press and hold PTY during FM reception.
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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), AFFAIRS (Current Affairs), INFO (Information), SPORT (Sports), EDUCATE (Education), DRAMA (Drama), CULTURE (Culture), SCIENCE (Science), VARIED (Varied), POP M (Pop Music), ROCK M (Rock Music), EASY M (M.O.R. Music), LIGHT M (Light classical), CLASSICS (Serious classical), OTHER M (Other Music), WEATHER (Weather), FINANCE (Finance), CHILDREN (Children’s program), SOCIAL A (Social Affairs), RELIGION (Religion), PHONE IN (Phone In), TRAVEL (Travel), LEISURE (Leisure), JAZZ (Jazz Music), COUNTRY
(Country Music), NATION M (National Music), OLDIES (Oldies Music), FOLK M (Folk Music), DOCUMENT (Documentary)
Setting clock time (CT)
The CT data from the RDS transmission sets the clock.
1Set [CT-ON] in the general setup (page 19).
Playback
Playing an iPod/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 22) or visit the support site on the back cover.
MSC (Mass Storage Class)-type USB devices (such as a USB flash drive, digital media player, Android™ phone) compliant with the USB standard can be used.
Depending on the digital media player or Android phone, setting the USB connection mode to MSC is required.
Notes
For details on the compatibility of your USB device, visit the support site on the back cover.
Playback of the following MP3/WMA files is not supported.
lossless compression files
copyright-protected files
DRM (Digital Rights Management) files
Multi-channel audio files
1Connect an iPod/USB device to the USB port (page 10).
Playback starts.
If a device is already connected, to start playback, press SOURCE to select [USB].
2 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 sudden loud sound may result when the call ends.
Operating an iPod directly (Passenger control)
Press and hold MODE during playback to display [IPOD] to enable operation by the iPod directly.
Note that the volume can be adjusted only by the unit.
To exit passenger control
Press and hold MODE until [AUDIO] appears.
Playing a BLUETOOTH
Device
You can play contents on a connected device that supports BLUETOOTH A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile).
1Make BLUETOOTH connection with the audio device (page 9).
2 Press SOURCE to select [BT AUDIO].
3Operate the audio device to start playback.
4 Adjust the volume on this unit.
5 Press PAUSE to start playback.
Notes
Depending on the audio device, information such as title, track number/time and playback status may not be displayed on this unit.
Even if the source is changed on this unit, playback of the audio device does not stop.
To match the volume level of the BLUETOOTH device to other sources
Start playback of the BLUETOOTH audio device at a moderate volume, and set your usual listening volume on the unit.
Press SELECT, and rotate the control dial to select [BTA VOL] (page 20).
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Searching and Playing
Tracks
Repeat play and shuffle play
Repeat play:
1During playback, press and hold SELECT.
2Rotate the control dial to select [REPEAT], then press it.
3Rotate the control dial to select the desired play mode, then press it.
4Press 
(back) to return to the previous display.
Shuffle play:
1During playback, press SHUF repeatedly to select the desired play mode.
Playback in selected play mode may take time to start.
Available play modes differ depending on the selected sound source.
Searching a track by name (QuickBrowZer™)
1During USB playback, press 
(browse)* to display the list of search categories.
When the track list appears, press 
(back) repeatedly to display the desired search category.
* During playback, press 
(browse) for more than 2 seconds to directly return to the beginning of the category list.
2Rotate the control dial to select the desired search category, then press it to confirm.
3Repeat step 2 to search the desired track.
Playback starts.
To exit the Quick-BrowZer mode
Press 
(browse).
Searching by skipping items (Jump mode)
1 Press 
(browse)
2 Press SEEK +.
3Rotate the control dial to select the item.
The list is jumped in steps of 10% of the total number of items.
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4Press ENTER to return to the QuickBrowZer mode.
The selected item appears.
5Rotate the control dial to select the desired item, then press it.
Playback starts.
Handsfree Calling
To use a cellular phone, connect it with this unit. For details, see “Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device” (page 8).
Receiving a Call
1Press 
(handsfree) when a call is received with a ringtone.
The phone call starts.
Note
The ringtone and talker’s voice are output only from the front speakers.
To reject the call
Press and hold OFF for 1 second.
To end the call
Press 
(handsfree) again.
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Making a Call
You can make a call from the phonebook or call history when a cellular phone supporting PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile) is connected.
Calling from the phonebook
1Press CALL, rotate the control dial to select [PH BOOK], then press it.
2Rotate the control dial to select an initial from the initial list, then press it.
3Rotate the control dial to select a name from the name list, then press it.
4Rotate the control dial to select a number from the number list, then press it.
The phone call starts.
Calling from the call history
1Press CALL, rotate the control dial to select [RECENT], then press it.
A list of the call history appears.
2Rotate the control dial to select a name or phone number from the call history, then press it.
The phone call starts.
Calling by phone number input
1Press CALL, rotate the control dial to select [DIAL NUM], then press it.
2Rotate the control dial to enter the phone number, and lastly select [ ] (space), then press 
(handsfree)*.
The phone call starts.
* To move the digital indication, press SEEK +/–.
Note
[_] appears instead of [#] on the display.
Calling by redial
1Press CALL, rotate the control dial to select [REDIAL], then press it.
The phone call starts.
Presetting phone numbers
You can store up to 6 contacts in the preset dial.
1Select a phone number that you want to store in the preset dial, from the phonebook, call history or by inputting the phone number directly.
The phone number appears in the display of this unit.
2Press and hold a number button (1 to 6) until [MEM] appears.
The contact is stored in the selected preset number.
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Calling by preset number
1 Press CALL.
2Press a number button (1 to 6) to select the contact you want to call.
3Press 
(handsfree).
The phone call starts.
Calling 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.
1Press CALL, rotate the control dial to select [VO DIAL], then press it.
2Say the voice tag stored on the cellular phone.
Your voice is recognized, and the call is made.
Available Operations during Call
To preset the volume of the ringtone and talker’s voice
You can preset the volume level of the ringtone and talker’s voice.
Adjusting the ringtone volume:
Rotate the control dial while receiving a call.
Adjusting the talker’s voice volume:
Rotate the control dial during a call.
To adjust the volume for the other party (Mic gain adjustment)
Press MIC.
Adjustable volume levels: [MIC-LOW], [MICMID], [MIC-HI].
To reduce echo and noise (Echo Canceler/Noise Canceler Mode)
Press and hold MIC.
Settable mode: [EC/NC-1], [EC/NC-2].
To transfer a call
In order to activate/deactivate the appropriate device (this unit/cellular phone), press MODE or use your cellular phone.
Note
Depending on the cellular phone, handsfree connection may be cut off when call transfer is attempted.
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Settings
Canceling the DEMO Mode
You can cancel the demonstration display which appears while this unit is turned off.
1Press and hold SELECT.
The setup display appears.
2Rotate the control dial to select [DEMO], then press it.
3Rotate the control dial to select [DEMO-OFF], then press it.
The setting is complete.
4Press 
(back).
The display returns to normal reception/ play mode.
Basic Setting Operation
You can set items in the menu to the following procedure.
The following items can be set depending on the source and setting.
1Press SELECT for the sound setup, press and hold SELECT for the general setup, or press CALL for the BLUETOOTH setup.
2Rotate the control dial to select the desired item, then press it.
3Rotate the control dial to select the options, then press it.
To return to the previous display
Press 
(back).
General Setup
CLOCK-ADJ (clock adjust) (page 8)
CT (clock time)
Activates the CT function: [ON], [OFF].
BEEP
Activates the beep sound: [ON], [OFF].
CAUT ALM (caution alarm)
Activates the caution alarm: [ON], [OFF] (page 8). (Available only when the unit is turned off.)
AUX-A (AUX audio)
Activates the AUX source display: [ON], [OFF]. (Available only when the unit is turned off.)
AUTO OFF
Shuts off automatically after a desired time when the unit is turned off: [NO], [30S] (30 seconds), [30M] (30 minutes), [60M] (60 minutes).
DEMO (demonstration)
Activates the demonstration: [ON], [OFF].
DIMMER
Changes the display brightness: [ON], [OFF].
AUTO SCR (auto scroll)
Scrolls long items automatically: [ON], [OFF].
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REPEAT (page 15)
REGIONAL
Restricts reception to a specific region: [ON], [OFF]. (Available only when FM is received.)
LOUDNESS (dynamic loudness)
Reinforces bass and treble for clear sound at low volume levels: [ON], [OFF].
BTM (page 11)
BT INIT (BLUETOOTH initialize) Initializes all the BLUETOOTH related settings (pairing information, preset number, device information, etc.).
When disposing the unit, initialize all the settings. (Available only when the unit is turned off.)
Sound Setup
EQ3 PRST (EQ3 preset)
Selects an equalizer curve from 7 equalizer curves or off: [XPLOD], [VOCAL], [EDGE], [CRUISE], [SPACE], [GRAVITY], [CUSTOM], [OFF].
The equalizer curve setting can be memorized for each source.
EQ3 LOW, EQ3 MID, EQ3 HIGH
Sets [CUSTOM] of EQ3. Customizes the equalizer curve.
The volume level is adjustable in 1 dB steps, from -10 dB to +10 dB.
BALANCE
Adjusts the sound balance: [RIGHT-15 (R15)] – [CENTER (0)] – [LEFT-15 (L15)].
FADER
Adjusts the relative level: [FRONT-15 (F15)]
– [CENTER (0)] – [REAR-15 (R15)].
AUX VOL (AUX volume level) Adjusts the volume level for each connected auxiliary device:
[+18 dB] – [0 dB] – [-8 dB].
This setting negates the need to adjust the volume level between sources.
BTA VOL (BLUETOOTH audio volume level) Adjusts the volume level for each connected BLUETOOTH device: [+18 dB] – [0 dB] – [-8 dB].
This setting negates the need to adjust the volume level between sources.
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BLUETOOTH Setup
PAIRING (page 9)
PH BOOK (phone book) (page 17)
REDIAL (page 17)
RECENT (recent call) (page 17)
VO DIAL (voice dial) (page 18)
DIAL NUM (dial number) (page 17)
RINGTONE
Selects whether this unit or the connected cellular phone outputs the ringtone: [1] (this unit), [2] (cellular phone).
AUTO ANS (auto answer)
Sets this unit to answer an incoming call automatically: [OFF], [1] (about 3 seconds), [2] (about 10 seconds).
BT SIGNL (BLUETOOTH signal) (page 9) Activates the BLUETOOTH function: [ON], [OFF].
Additional Information
Precautions
Cool off the unit beforehand if your car has been parked in direct sunlight.
Do not leave the front panel or audio devices brought in inside the car, or it may cause malfunction due to high temperature in direct sunlight.
Power antenna (aerial) extends automatically.
To maintain high sound quality
Do not splash liquid onto the unit.
Playback order of MP3/WMA files
MP3/WMA |
Folder (album) |
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MP3/WMA file |
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About iPod
You can connect to the following iPod models. Update your iPod devices to the latest software before use.
Made for
iPod touch (5th generation)
iPod touch (4th generation)
iPod touch (3rd generation)
iPod touch (2nd generation)
iPod classic
iPod nano (7th generation)
iPod nano (6th generation)
iPod nano (5th generation)
iPod nano (4th generation)
iPod nano (3rd generation)
iPod nano (2nd generation)
iPod nano (1st generation)*
iPhone 5
iPhone 4S
iPhone 4
iPhone 3GS
iPhone 3G
*Passenger control is not available for iPod nano (1st generation).
“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.
About BLUETOOTH function
What is BLUETOOTH technology?
BLUETOOTH wireless technology is a shortrange wireless technology that enables wireless data communication between digital devices, such as a cellular phone and a headset. BLUETOOTH wireless technology operates within a range of about 10 m (33 ft). Connecting two devices is common, but some devices can be connected to multiple devices at the same time.
You do not need to use a cable for connection since BLUETOOTH technology is a wireless technology, neither is it necessary for the devices to face one another, such is the case with infrared technology. For example, you can use such a device in a bag or pocket.
BLUETOOTH technology is an international standard supported by millions of companies all over the world, and employed by various companies worldwide.
On BLUETOOTH communication
BLUETOOTH wireless technology operates within a range of about 10 m (33 ft). Maximum communication range may vary depending on obstacles (person, metal, wall, etc.) or electromagnetic environment.
The following conditions may affect the sensitivity of BLUETOOTH communication.
There is an obstacle such as a person, metal, or wall between this unit and BLUETOOTH device.
A device using 2.4 GHz frequency, such as a wireless LAN device, cordless telephone, or microwave oven, is in use near this unit.
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Because BLUETOOTH devices and wireless LAN (IEEE802.11b/g) use the same frequency, microwave interference may occur and result in communication speed deterioration, noise, or invalid connection if this unit is used near a wireless LAN device. In such as case, perform the following.
Use this unit at least 10 m (33 ft) away from the wireless LAN device.
If this unit is used within 10 m (33 ft) of a wireless LAN device, turn off the wireless LAN device.
Install this unit and BLUETOOTH device as near to each other as possible.
Microwaves emitting from a BLUETOOTH device may affect the operation of electronic medical devices. Turn off this unit and other BLUETOOTH devices in the following locations, as it may cause an accident.
where inflammable gas is present, in a hospital, train, airplane, or petrol station
near automatic doors or a fire alarm
This unit supports security capabilities that comply with the BLUETOOTH standard to provide a secure connection when the BLUETOOTH wireless technology is used, but security may not be enough depending on the setting. Be careful when communicating using BLUETOOTH wireless technology.
We do not take any responsibility for the leakage of information during BLUETOOTH communication.
Connection with all BLUETOOTH devices cannot be guaranteed.
A device featuring BLUETOOTH function is required to conform to the BLUETOOTH standard specified by BLUETOOTH SIG, and be authenticated.
Even if the connected device conforms to the above mentioned BLUETOOTH standard, some devices may not be
connected or work correctly, depending on the features or specifications of the device.
While talking on the phone hands free, noise may occur, depending on the device or communication environment.
Depending on the device to be connected, it may require some time to start communication.
Others
Using the BLUETOOTH device may not function on cellular phones, depending on radio wave conditions and location where the equipment is being used.
If you experience discomfort after using the BLUETOOTH device, stop using the BLUETOOTH device immediately. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit that are not covered in this manual, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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Maintenance
Replacing the lithium battery of the remote commander
When the battery becomes weak, the range of the remote commander becomes shorter. Replace the battery with a new CR2025 lithium battery. Use of any other battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
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Notes
For safety, turn off the ignition before cleaning the connectors, and remove the key from the ignition switch.
Never touch the connectors directly with your fingers or with any metal device.
Notes on the lithium battery
Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of children. Should the battery be swallowed, immediately consult a doctor.
Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to assure a good contact.
Be sure to observe the correct polarity when installing the battery.
Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers, otherwise a short-circuit may occur.
WARNING
Battery may explode if mistreated.
Do not recharge, disassemble, or dispose of in fire.
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 8) and clean the connectors with a cotton swab. Do not apply too much force. Otherwise, the connectors may be damaged.
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Specifications
Tuner section
FM
Tuning range: 87.5 – 108.0 MHz Antenna (aerial) terminal:
External antenna (aerial) connector Intermediate frequency: 25 kHz Usable sensitivity: 8 dBf
Selectivity: 75 dB at 400 kHz Signal-to-noise ratio: 80 dB (stereo) Separation: 50 dB at 1 kHz Frequency response: 20 – 15,000 Hz
MW/LW
Tuning range:
MW: 531 – 1,602 kHz LW: 153 – 279 kHz
Antenna (aerial) terminal:
External antenna (aerial) connector Intermediate frequency:
9,124.5 kHz or 9,115.5 kHz/4.5 kHz
Sensitivity:
MW: 26 μV
LW: 45 μV
USB Player section
Interface: USB (Full-speed) Maximum current: 1 A
The maximum number of recognizable data: Folders (albums): 128
Files (tracks) per folder: 512 Corresponding codec:
MP3 (.mp3) and WMA (.wma)
Wireless Communication
Communication System:
BLUETOOTH Standard version 2.1 + EDR Output:
BLUETOOTH Standard Power Class 2 (Max. +4 dBm)
Maximum communication range: Line of sight approx. 10 m (33 ft)*1
Frequency band:
2.4 GHz band (2.4000 – 2.4835 GHz) Modulation method: FHSS Compatible BLUETOOTH Profiles*2:
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) 1.2
AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile) 1.3
HFP (Handsfree Profile) 1.5
PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile)
*1 The actual range will vary depending on factors such as obstacles between devices, magnetic fields around a microwave oven, static electricity, reception sensitivity, antenna (aerial)’s performance, operating system, software application, etc.
*2 BLUETOOTH standard profiles indicate the purpose of BLUETOOTH communication between devices.
Power amplifier section
Output: Speaker outputs Speaker impedance: 4 – 8 ohms
Maximum power output: 55 W × 4 (at 4 ohms)
General
Outputs:
Audio outputs terminal (front, rear)
Power antenna (aerial) relay control terminal Power amplifier control terminal
Inputs:
Remote controller input terminal Antenna (aerial) input terminal AUX input jack (stereo mini jack) USB port
Power requirements: 12 V DC car battery (negative ground (earth))
Dimensions:
Approx. 178 mm × 50 mm × 120 mm (7 1/8 in × 2 in × 4 7/8 in) (w/h/d)
Mounting dimensions:
Approx. 182 mm × 53 mm × 103 mm (7 1/4 in × 2 1/8 in × 4 1/8 in) (w/h/d)
Mass: Approx. 0.7 kg (1 lb 9 oz) Package contents:
Main unit (1)
Remote commander (1): RM-X231
Parts for installation and connections (1 set) Optional accessories/equipment:
USB connection cable for iPod: RC-100IP
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
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
Windows Media is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft Corporation. Use or distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary.
iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
Android is a trademark of Google Inc. Use of this trademark is subject to Google Permissions.
Troubleshooting
The following checklist will help you remedy problems you may encounter with your unit. Before going through the checklist below, check the connection and operating procedures.
For details on using the fuse and removing the unit from the dashboard, refer to the installation/connections manual supplied with this unit.
If the problem is not solved, visit the support site on the back cover.
General
No power is being supplied to the unit.
If the unit is turned off and the display disappears, the unit cannot be operated with
the remote commander.Turn on the unit.
No sound.
The position of the fader control [FADER] is not set for a 2-speaker system.
No beep sound.
An optional power amplifier is connected and you are not using the built-in amplifier.
The contents of the memory have been erased.
The power supply lead or battery has been disconnected or not connected properly.
Stored stations and correct time are erased. The fuse has blown.
Makes a noise when the position of the ignition is switched.
The leads are not matched correctly with the car’s accessory power connector.
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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 19).
The display disappears if you press and hold OFF.
Press OFF on the unit until the display appears.
The connectors are dirty (page 24).
Radio reception
Stations cannot be received.
The sound is hampered by noises.
The connection is not correct.
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.
Preset tuning is not possible.
The broadcast signal is too weak.
RDS
The SEEK starts after a few seconds of listening.
The station is non-TP or has weak signal.Deactivate TA (page 12).
No traffic announcements.
Activate TA (page 12).
The station does not broadcast any traffic
announcements despite being TP.Tune in another station.
PTY displays [- - - - - - - -].
The current station is not an RDS station.
RDS data has not been received.
The station does not specify the program type.
Program service name flashes.
There is no alternative frequency for the current station.
Press SEEK +/– while the program service name is flashing. [PI SEEK] appears and the unit starts searching for another frequency with the same PI (program identification) data.
USB playback
You cannot play back items via a USB hub.
This unit cannot recognize USB devices via a USB hub.
A USB device takes longer to play back.
The USB device contains files with a complicated tree structure.
The sound is intermittent.
The sound may be intermittent at a high-bit- rate of more than 320 kbps.
BLUETOOTH function
The connecting device cannot detect this unit.
Before the pairing is made, set this unit to pairing standby mode.
While connected to a BLUETOOTH device, this unit cannot be detected from another device.
Disconnect the current connection and search for this unit from another device.
When the device pairing is made, set the BLUETOOTH signal output to on (page 9).
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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 21).
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 18).
Echo or noise occurs in phone call conversations.
Lower the volume.
Set EC/NC Mode to [EC/NC-1] or [EC/NC-2] (page 18).
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 
(handsfree).
Connect from the phone.
The phone sound quality is poor.
Phone sound quality depends on reception conditions of cellular phone.
Move your car to a place where you can enhance the cellular phone’s signal if the reception is poor.
The volume of the connected audio device is low (high).
Volume level will differ depending on the audio device.
Adjust the volume of the connected audio device or this unit.
The sound skips during playback of a BLUETOOTH audio device.
Reduce the distance between the unit and the BLUETOOTH audio device.
If the BLUETOOTH audio device is stored in a case which interrupts the signal, remove the audio device from the case during use.
Several BLUETOOTH devices or other devices which emit radio waves are in use nearby.
Turn off the other devices.
Increase the distance from the other devices.
The playback sound stops momentarily when the connection between this unit and the cellular phone is being made. This is not a malfunction.
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The connected BLUETOOTH audio device cannot be controlled.
Check that the connected BLUETOOTH audio device supports AVRCP.
Some functions do not work.
Check if the connecting device supports the functions in question.
A call is answered unintentionally.
The connecting phone is set to answer a call automatically.
Pairing failed due to time out.
Depending on the connecting device, the
time limit for pairing may be short.
Try completing the pairing within the time.
BLUETOOTH function cannot operate.
Turn off the unit by pressing OFF for more than 2 seconds, then turn the unit on again.
No sound is output from the car speakers during handsfree call.
If the sound is output from the cellular phone, set the cellular phone to output the sound from the car speakers.
Error displays/Messages
CHECKING
The unit is confirming the connection of a USB device.
Wait until confirming the connection is finished.
ERROR
There may be an internal malfunction.
Press OFF for more than 2 seconds (the display disappears), then press OFF again.
ERROR-99
There may be an internal malfunction.
Press OFF for more than 2 seconds (the display disappears), then press OFF again. If the error indication remains on in the display, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
NO AF (no alternative frequencies)
There is no alternative frequency for the current station.
Press SEEK +/– while the program service name is flashing. The unit starts searching for another frequency with the same PI (program identification) data ([PI SEEK] appears).
NO MUSIC
The USB device does not contain a music file.Connect a USB device with a music file in it.
NO NAME
An album/artist/track name is not written in the USB.
NO SUPRT (not supported)
USB hub is not supported on this unit.
The connected USB device is not supported. For details on the compatibility of your USB device, visit the support site on the back cover.
NO TP (no traffic programs)
The unit will continue searching for available TP stations.
NO USB
USB is selected as source without a USB device connected. A USB device or a USB cable has been disconnected during playback.
Be sure to connect a USB device and USB cable.
OVERLOAD
USB device is overloaded.
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Disconnect the USB device, then change the source by pressing OFF.
Indicates that the USB device is out of order, or an unsupported device is connected.
READ
The unit is reading all track and album information on the USB device.
Wait until reading is complete and playback starts automatically. Depending on the USB device structure, it may take more than a minute.
STOP
When repeat play is not set, playback of the last track in album finished.
The music application in the iPod/iPhone is
terminated.
Press PAUSE to start playback again.
For BLUETOOTH function:
BT BUSY (BLUETOOTH busy)
The phonebook and the call history of the cellular phone are not accessible from this
unit.
Wait for a while, and then try again.
ERROR
BT Initialize failed.
Phonebook access failed.
Phonebook content was changed while accessing the cellular phone.
Access the phonebook in the cellular phone again.
MEM FAIL (memory failure)
This unit failed to store the contact in the preset dial.
Make sure that the number you intend to store is correct (page 17).
NO BTA (no BLUETOOTH audio)
BLUETOOTH audio source is selected without a BLUETOOTH audio device connected. A BLUETOOTH audio device has been disconnected during a call.
Be sure to connect a BLUETOOTH audio device.
NO BTP (no BLUETOOTH phone)
BLUETOOTH phone source is selected without a cellular phone connected. A cellular phone
has been disconnected during a call.Be sure to connect a cellular phone.
NO INFO (no information)
Network name and cellular phone name are not received with cellular phone connected.
NO SUPRT (not supported)
The BLUETOOTH connected cellular phone does not support PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile). In this case, this unit cannot access to the cellular phone’s phonebook or call history.
The cellular phone is not supported by this unit, although the cellular phone supports PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile).
Check if the cellular phone is connected correctly. For details on the compatibility of your cellular phone, visit the support site.
P (preset number) EMPTYThe preset dial is empty.
UNKNOWN
Name or phone number cannot be displayed when browsing phonebook or call history.
WITHHELD
Phone number is hidden by caller.
If these solutions do not help improve the situation, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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