The model and serial numbers are located on the
bottom of the unit.
Record the serial number in the space provided below.
Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your
Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. MEX-N4300BT
Serial No.
To cancel the demonstration (DEMO) display, see
page 19.
For the connection/installation, see page 33.
Pour annuler l’affichage de démonstration (DEMO),
reportez-vous à la page 22.
Pour le raccordement/l’installation, reportez-vous à
la page 38.
Para cancelar la pantalla de demostración (DEMO),
consulte la página 20.
Para la conexión/instalación, consulte la página 36.
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 33).
This product is classified as a Class 1 Laser
product under IEC/EN 60825-1:2007 and IEC/
EN 60825-1:2014 and Class I Laser product
under 21 CFR Part 1040.10.
Emission Duration: Continuous
Laser Output: Less than 55.8 W
Wavelength: 775 nm to 800 nm
The nameplate indicating operating voltage,
etc., is located on the bottom of the chassis.
The validity of the CE marking is restricted to
only those countries where it is legally
enforced, mainly in the countries EEA
(European Economic Area) and Switzerland.
Warning
FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE USA.
NOT APPLICABLE IN CANADA,
INCLUDING IN THE PROVINCE OF
QUEBEC.
POUR LES CLIENTS AUX ÉTATS-UNIS.
NON APPLICABLE AU CANADA, Y
COMPRIS LA PROVINCE DE QUÉBEC.
This equipment has been tested and
found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the
following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
– Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet
on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in
this manual could void your authority to
operate this equipment.
This device complies with part 15 of FCC
Rules and Innovation, Science and Economic
Development Canada’s licence-exempt
RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
This transmitter must not be co-located or
operated in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
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).
If you have any questions about this
product:
Visit: www.sony.com/support
Contact: Sony Customer Information Service
Center at 1-800-222-7669
Write: Sony Customer Information Service
Center 12451 Gateway Blvd., Fort Myers, FL
33913
Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model: MEX-N4300BT
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 16535 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA
92127 U.S.A.
Telephone Number: 858-942-2230
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference
received,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
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 20). The unit will shut off
completely and automatically in the set
time after the unit is turned off and the
clock is displayed (i.e. press and hold OFF
for 1 second), which prevents battery
drain. If you do not set the AUTO OFF
function, press and hold OFF until the
display disappears each time you turn the
ignition off.
Disclaimer regarding services offered
by third parties
Services offered by third parties may be
changed, suspended, or terminated without
prior notice. Sony does not bear any
responsibility in these sorts of situations.
Important notice
Caution
IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY BE LIABLE FOR
ANY INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR OTHER
DAMAGES INCLUDING, WITHOUT
LIMITATION, LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF
REVENUE, LOSS OF DATA, LOSS OF USE OF
THE PRODUCT OR ANY ASSOCIATED
EQUIPMENT, DOWNTIME, AND PURCHASE R’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 wirel ess
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.
Enter the browse mode during playback.
(Not available when a USB device in
Android mode or iPod is connected.)
Front panel release button
SRC (source)
Turn on the pow er.
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.
6GB
VOICE (page 16, 18, 19)
Press and hold for more than 2 seconds
to activate voice dial, voice recognition
(Android smartphone only), or the Siri
function (iPhone only).
Disc slot
Display window
USB port
(disc eject)
/ (SEEK –/+)
Tune in radio stations automatically.
Press and hold to tune manually.
/ (prev/next)
/ (fast-reverse/fast-forward)
(back)
Return to the previous display.
MODE (page 11)
CALL
Enter the call menu. Receive/end a call.
Press and hold for more than 2 seconds
to switch the BLUETOOTH signal.
Receive stored radio stations. Press and
hold to store stations.
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 15).
(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 16)
(play/pause)
EXTRA BASS
Reinforces bass sound in synchronization
with the volume level. Press to change
the EXTRA BASS setting: [1], [2], [OFF].
AUX input jack
DSPL (display)
Press to change display items.
SCRL (scroll)
Press and hold to scroll a display item.
RM-X231 Remote commander
The VOL (volume) + button has a tactile dot.
SOUND
Open the SOUND menu directly.
MENU
Press and hold to open the setup menu.
///
Select a setup item, etc.
ENTER
Enter the selected item.
Press and hold for more than 2 seconds
to establish or terminate the “Sony |
Music Center” function.
You can detach the front panel of this unit to
prevent theft.
1 Press 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.
Attaching the front panel
Setting the Clock
1 Press MENU, rotate the control dial to
select [GENERAL], then press it.
2 Rotate the control dial to select [SET
CLOCK], then press it.
3 Rotate the control dial to select
[MANUAL], then press it.
The hour indication flashes.
4 Rotate the control dial to set the hour
and minute.
To move the digital indication, press
/ (SEEK –/+).
5 After setting the minute, press MENU.
The setup is complete and the clock
starts.
To di splay the cl o ck
Press DSPL.
To set the clock automatically
Select [AUTO <RDS>] in step 3.
Checking the Battery
Voltage
You can check the current battery voltage.
(Not available while the source is off and the
clock is displayed.)
1 Press DSPL repeatedly until the
battery voltage display appears.
Resetting the Unit
Before operating the unit for the first time,
after replacing the car battery, or changing
the connections, you must reset the unit.
1 Press DSPL and CALL for more than
2seconds.
Note
Resetting the unit will erase the clock setting and
some stored contents.
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.
display of the BLUETOOTH device.
If your model name does not appear,
repeat from step 2.
7 If passkey* input is required on the
BLUETOOTH device, input [0000].
* Passkey may be called “Passcode,” “PIN code,”
“PIN number” or “Password,” etc., depending
on the device.
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).
1 Place the BLUETOOTH device within
1 m (3 ft) of this unit.
2 Press MENU, rotate the control dial to
select [BLUETOOTH], then press it.
3 Rotate the control dial to select [SET
PAIRING], then press it.
4 Rotate the control dial to select [SET
DEVICE 1]* or [SET DEVICE 2]*, then
press it.
flashes while the unit is in pairing
standby mode.
* [SET DEVICE 1] or [SET DEVICE 2] will be
changed to the paired device name after
pairing is complete.
When pairing is made, stays lit.
8 Select this unit on the BLUETOOTH
device to establish the BLUETOOTH
connection.
or lights up when the connection is
made.
Note
While connecting to a BLUETOOTH device, this unit
cannot be detected from another device. To enable
detection, enter the pairing mode and search for
this unit from another device.
To start playback
For details, see “Playing a BLUETOOTH
Device” (page 13).
To disconnect the paired device
Perform steps 2 to 4 to disconnect after this
unit and the BLUETOOTH device are paired.
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Connecting with a paired
BLUETOOTH device
To use a paired device, connection with this
unit is required. Some paired devices will
connect automatically.
1 Press MENU, rotate the control dial to
select [BLUETOOTH], then press it.
2 Rotate the control dial to select [SET
BT SIGNL], then press it.
Make sure that lights up.
3 Activate the BLUETOOTH function on
the BLUETOOTH device.
4 Operate 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.
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 22).
1 Activate the BLUETOOTH function on
the iPhone/iPod.
2 Connect an iPhone/iPod to the USB
port.
Ma ke sure that lig hts up on th e dis play
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 9).
Connecting a USB Device
1 Turn down the volume on the unit.
2 Connect the USB device to the unit.
To connect an iPod/iPhone, use the USB
connection cable for iPod (not supplied).
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Connecting Other Portable
Audio Device
1 Turn off the portable audio device.
2 Turn down the volume on the unit.
3 Connect 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.
4 Press SRC to select [AUX].
To match the volume level of the
connected device to other sources
Start playback of the portable audio device
at a moderate volume, and set your usual
listening volume on the unit.
Press MENU, then select [SOUND] [SET AUX
VOL] (page 21).
Listening to the Radio
Listening to the Radio
To listen to the radio, press SRC to select
[TUNER].
Storing automatically (BTM)
1 Pre ss MODE to ch ange the band (F M1,
FM2, FM3, AM1 or AM2).
2 Press MENU, rotate the control dial to
select [GENERAL], then press it.
3 Rotate the control dial to select [SET
BTM], then press it.
The unit stores stations in order of
frequency on the number buttons.
Tuning
1 Pre ss MODE to ch ange the band (F M1,
FM2, FM3, AM1 or AM2).
2 Perform tuning.
To tune manually
Press and hold / (SEEK –/+) to
locate the approximate frequency, then
press / (SEEK –/+) repeatedly to
fine adjust to the desired frequency.
To tune automatically
Press / (SEEK –/+).
Scanning stops when the unit receives a
station.
Storing manually
1 While receiving the station that you
want to store, press and hold a
number button (1 to 6) until [MEM]
appears.
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Using Radio Data System
(RDS)
Selecting program types (PTY)
1 Press PTY during FM reception.
2 Rotate the control dial until the
desired program type appears, then
press it.
The unit starts to search for a station
broadcasting the selected program type.
Type of programs
NEWS (News), INFORM (Information), SPORTS
(Sports), TAL K (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
TAL K (Religious Talk), PERSNLTY (Personality),
PUBLIC (Public), COLLEGE (College), HABL ESP
(Spanish Talk), MUSC ESP (Spanish Music), HIP
HOP (Hip-Hop), WEATHER (Weather)
Playback
Playing a Disc
1 Insert the disc (label side up).
Playback starts automatically.
Playing a USB Device
In these Operating Instructions, “iPod” is
used as a general reference for the iPod
functions on an iPod and iPhone, unless
otherwise specified by the text or
illustrations.
For details on the compatibility of your iPod,
see “About iPod” (page 24) or visit the
support site on the back cover.
AOA (Android Open Accessory) 2.0, MSC
(Mass Storage Class) and MTP (Media
Transfer Protocol) type USB devices*
compliant with the USB standard can be
used. Depending on the USB device, the
Android mode or MSC/MTP mode can be
selected on the unit.
Some digital media players or Android
smartphones may require setting to MTP
mode.
* e.g., a USB flash drive, digital media player,
Android smartphone
Notes
• For details on the compatibility of your USB device,
visit the support site on the back cover.
• Smartphones with Android OS 4.1 or higher
installed support Android Open Accessory 2.0
(AOA 2.0). However, some smartphones may not
fully support AOA 2.0 even if Android OS 4.1 or
higher is installed.
For details on the compatibility of your Android
smartphone, visit the support site on the back
cover.
Before making a connection, select the USB
mode (Android mode or MSC/MTP mode)
depending on the USB device (page 20).
1 Connect a USB device to the USB port
(page 10).
Playback starts.
If a device is already connected, to start
playback, press SRC to select [USB] ([IPD]
appears in the display when the iPod is
recognized).
2 Adjust the volume on this unit.
To stop playback
Press and hold OFF for 1 second.
To remov e the d e v ice
Stop playback, then remove the device.
Caution for iPhone
When you connect an iPhone via USB,
phone call volume is controlled by the
iPhone, not the unit. Do not inadvertently
increase the volume on the unit during a
call, as a sudden loud sound may result
when the call ends.
Playing a BLUETOOTH Device
You can play contents on a connected
device that supports BLUETOOTH A2DP
(Advanced Audio Distribution Profile).
1 Make BLUETOOTH connection with
the audio device (page 9).
To select the audio device, press MENU,
then select [BLUETOOTH] [SET
AUDIODEV] (page 22).
2 Press SRC to select [BT AUDIO].
3 Operate the audio device to start
playback.
4 Adjust the volume on this unit.
Notes
• Depending on the audio device, information such
as title, track number/time and playback status
may not be displayed on this unit.
• Even if the source is changed on this unit,
playback of the audio device does not stop.
• [BT AUDIO] does not appear in the display while
running the “Sony | Music Center” application via
the BLUETOOTH function.
To match the volume level of the
BLUETOOTH device to other sources
Start playback of the BLUETOOTH audio
device at a moderate volume, and set your
usual listening volume on the unit.
Press MENU, then select [SOUND] [SET BTA
VOL] (page 21).
Searching and Playing
Tracks
Repeat play and shuffle play
Not available when a USB device in Android
mode is connected.
1 During playback, press (repeat) or
(shuffle) repeatedly to select the
desired play mode.
Playback in the selected play mode may
take time to start.
Available play modes differ depending on
the selected sound source.
Searching a track by name
(“Quick-BrowZer™”)
Not available when a USB device in Android
mode or iPod is connected.
1 During CD or 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 USB playback, press (browse) for
more than 2 seconds to directly return to the
beginning of the category list.
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2 Rotate the control dial to select the
desired search category, then press it
to confirm.
Listening to Pandora®
3 Repeat step 2 to search the desired
track.
Playback starts.
To exit the “Quick-BrowZer” mode
Press (browse).
Searching by skipping items
(Jump mode)
Not available when a USB device in Android
mode or iPod is connected.
1 During CD or USB playback, press
(browse).
2 Press (SEEK +).
3 Rotate the control dial to select the
item.
The list is jumped in steps of 10% of the
total number of items.
4 Press ENTER to return to the “Quick-
BrowZer” mode.
The selected item appears.
5 Rotate the control dial to select the
desired item, then press it.
Playback starts.
Pandora® is available to stream music
through your iPhone. You can control
Pandora® on a BLUETOOTH connected
iPhone/Android smartphone from this unit.
Pandora® is only available in certain
countries. Please visit
http://www.pandora.com/legal
for more information.
Setting up Pandora®
1 Check the compatibility of your
mobile device by visiting the support
site on the back cover.
2 Download the latest version of the
Pandora® application from your
smartphone’s app store. A list of
compatible devices can be found at
www.pandora.com/everywhere/
mobile
Streaming Pandora®
1 Make BLUETOOTH connection with
the audio device (page 9).
To select the audio device, press MENU,
then select [BLUETOOTH] [AUDIODEV]
(page 22).
2 Press SRC to select [PANDORA].
3 Launch Pandora® application on your
mobile device.
4 Press (play/pause) to start
playback.
If the device number appears
Make sure that the same numbers are
displayed (e.g., 123456) in this unit and the
mobile device, then press ENTER on this unit
and select [Yes] on the mobile device.
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When activating the BLUETOOTH
function
You can adjust the volume level.
Press MENU, then select [SOUND] [SET BTA
VOL] (page 21).
Available Operations in
Pandora®
Handsfree Calling (via
BLUETOOTH only)
To use a cellular phone, connect it with this
unit. You can connect two cellular phones to
the unit. For details, see “Preparing a
BLUETOOTH Device” (page 9).
“Thumbs” feedback
“Thumbs Up” or “Thumbs Down” feedback
allows you to personalize stations.
1 During playback, press (Thumbs
Up) or (Thumbs Down).
Using the station list
The station list allows you to easily select a
desired station.
1 During playback, press (browse).
2 Press (SEEK +) to select the
sorting order [BY DATE] or [A TO Z].
3 Rotate the control dial to select the
desired station, then press it.
Playback starts.
Receiving a Call
1 Press CALL when a call is received
with a ringtone.
The phone call starts.
Note
The ringtone and talker’s voice are output from the
front speakers. To select the speakers for handsfree
calling, press MENU, then select [BLUETOOTH]
[SET VOICE-OUT] (page 22).
To reject the call
Press and hold OFF for 1 second.
To end the call
Press CALL again.
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Bookmarking
The track currently being played can be
bookmarked and stored in your Pandora®
account.
1 During playback, press MODE.
Making a Call
You can make a call from the phonebook or
call history when a cellular phone
supporting PBAP (Phone Book Access
Profile) is connected.
When two cellular phones are connected to
the unit, select either phone.
From the phonebook
1 Press CALL.
When two cellular phones are connected
to the unit, rotate the control dial to
select either phone, then press it.
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To reduce echo and noise (Echo
Canceler/Noise Canceler Mode)
Press and hold MIC.
Settable mode: [EC/NC-1], [EC/NC-2].
To switch between handsfree mode
and handheld mode
During a call, press MODE to switch the
phone call audio between the unit and
cellular phone.
Note
Depending on the cellular phone, this operation
may not be available.
Useful Functions
“Sony | Music Center” with
iPhone/Android™
Smartphone
Downloading the latest version of “Sony |
Music Center” application is required from
the App Store for iPhone or from available
on Google Play for Android smartphone.
Notes
• For your safety, follow your local traffic laws and
regulations, and do not operate the application
while driving.
• “Sony | Music Center” is an app fo r controlling
Sony audio devices which are compatible with
“Sony | Music Center”, by your iPhone/Android
smartphone.
• What you can control with “Sony | Music Center”
varies depending on the connected device.
• To make use of “Sony | Music Center” features, see
the details on your iPhone/Android smartphone.
• For further details on “Sony | Music Center,” visit
the following URL: http://www.sony.net/smcqa/
• Visit the website below and check the compatible
iPhone/Android smartphone models.
For iPhone: visit the App Store
For Android smartphone: visit Google Play
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Establishing the “Sony | Music
Center” connection
1 Make the BLUETOOTH connection
with iPhone/Android smartphone
(page 9).
To select the audio device, press MENU,
then select [BLUETOOTH] [SET
AUDIODEV] (page 22).
2 Launch the “Sony | Music Center”
application.
3 Press MENU, rotate the control dial to
select [SONY APP], then press it.
Connection to iPhone/Android
smartphone starts.
For details on the operations on iPhone/
Android smartphone, see the help of the
application.
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If the device number appears
Make sure that the number is displayed
(e.g., 123456), then select [Yes] on the
iPhone/Android smartphone.
To terminate connection
Press MENU, rotate the control dial to select
[SONY APP], then press it.
Selecting the source or application
You can operate to select the desired source
or application on iPhone/Android
smartphone.
To select the source
Press SRC repeatedly. Alternatively, press
SRC, rotate the control dial to select the
desired source, then press ENTER.
To display the source list
Press SRC.
Announcement of SMS by voice
guide (Android smartphone only)
Messages of SMS are automatically read out
through the car speakers when they are
received.
For details on settings, refer to the help of
the application.
Replying a message of SMS
(Android smartphone only)
You can reply a message by touching the
reply icon.
1 Activate the “Sony | Music Center”
application, then touch the [Reply] (reply)
icon.
The message input display appears on the
“Sony | Music Center” application.
2 Input a reply message by voice recognition.
The list of message candidates appears on the
“Sony | Music Center” application.
3 Rotate the control dial to select the desired
message, then press it.
The message is sent out.
Making sound and display settings
You can adjust the settings relating to sound
and display via iPhone/Android
smartphone.
For details on settings, refer to the help of
the application.
Using Voice Recognition
(Android Smartphone only)
1 Press and hold VOICE to activate
voice recognition.
2 Say the desired voice command into
the microphone.
To deactivate voice recognition
Press VOICE.
Notes
• Voice recognition may not be available in some
cases.
• Voice recognition may not work properly
depending on the performance of the connected
Android smartphone.
• Operate under conditions where noise such as
engine sound is minimized during voice
recognition.
Using “Siri Eyes Free”
“Siri Eyes Free” allows you to use an iPhone
handsfree by simply speaking into the
microphone. This function requires you to
connect an iPhone to the unit via
BLUETOOTH. Availability is limited to iPhone
4s or later. Make sure that your iPhone is
running the latest iOS version.
You must complete BLUETOOTH registration
and connection configurations for the
iPhone with the unit in advance. For details,
see “Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device”
(page 9). To select the iPhone, press MENU,
then select [BLUETOOTH] [SET AUDIODEV]
(page 22).
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1 Activate the Siri function on the
iPhone.
For details, refer to the operating
instructions supplied with the iPhone.
2 Press and hold VOICE for more than
2 seconds.
The voice command display appears.
3 After the iPhone beeps, speak into
the microphone.
The iPhone beeps again, then Siri starts
responding.
To deactivate “Siri Eyes Free”
Press VOICE.
Notes
• The iPhone may not recognize your voice
depending on usage conditions. (For example, if
you are in a moving car.)
• “Siri Eyes Free” may not function properly, or the
response time may lag in locations where iPhone
signals are difficult to receive.
• Depending on the iPhone’s operating condition,
“Siri Eyes Free” may not function properly, or may
quit.
• If you play a track with an iPhone using the
BLUETOOTH audio connection, when the track
starts playback via BLUETOOTH, “Siri Eyes Free”
automatically quits and the unit switches to the
BLUETOOTH audio source.
• When “Siri Eyes Free” is activated during audio
playback, the unit may switch to the BLUETOOTH
audio source even if you do not specify a track to
play.
• When connecting the iPhone to the USB port, “Siri
Eyes Free” may not function properly, or may quit.
• When connecting the iPhone to the unit via USB,
do not activate Siri with the iPhone. “Siri Eyes Free”
may not function properly, or may quit.
• There is no audio sound while “Siri Eyes Free” is
activated.
Settings
Canceling the DEMO Mode
You can cancel the demonstration display
which appears when the source is off and
the clock is displayed.
1 Press MENU, rotate the control dial to
select [GENERAL], then press it.
2 Rotate the control dial to select [SET
DEMO], then press it.
3 Rotate the control dial to select [SET
DEMO-OFF], then press it.
The setting is complete.
4 Press (back) twice.
The display returns to normal reception/
play mode.
Basic Setting Operation
You can set items in the following setup
categories:
General setup (GENERAL), Sound setup
(SOUND), Display setup (DISPLAY),
BLUETOOTH setup (BLUETOOTH), “Sony |
Music Center” setup (SONY APP)
1 Press MENU.
2 Rotate the control dial to select the
setup category, then press it.
The items that can be set differ
depending on the source and settings.
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While [REGISTER] is blinking, press and
General Setup (GENERAL)
DEMO (demonstration)
Activates the demonstration: [ON], [OFF].
CLOCK (clock) (page 8)
Sets the clock: [AUTO <RDS>], [MANUAL].
CAUT ALM (caution alarm)
Activates the caution alarm: [ON], [OFF]
(page 8).
(Available only while the source is off and
the clock is displayed.)
BEEP (beep)
Activates the beep sound: [ON], [OFF].
AUTO OFF (auto off)
Shuts off automatically after a certain
time when the unit is turned off and the
clock is displayed (i.e. press and hold OFF
for 1 second): [ON] (30 minutes), [OFF].
STEERING (steering)
Registers/resets the setting of the
steering wheel remote control.
(Available only while the source is off and
the clock is displayed.)
STR CONTROL (steering control)
Selects the input mode of the connected
remote control. To prevent a malfunction,
be sure to match the input mode with the
connected remote control before use.
CUSTOM (custom)
Input mode for the steering wheel
remote control
PRESET (preset)
Input mode for the wired remote
control excluding the steering wheel
remote control
(Automatically selected when [RESET
CUSTOM] is performed.)
EDIT CUSTOM (edit custom)
Registers the functions (SOURCE, ATT,
VOL +/–, SEEK +/–, VOICE, ON HOOK, OFF
HOOK) to the steering wheel remote
control:
Rotate the control dial to select the
function you want to assign to the
steering wheel remote control, then
press it.
hold the button on the steering wheel
remote control you want to assign the
function to. When registration is
complete, [REGISTERED] is displayed.
To register other functions, repeat
steps and .
(Available only when [STR CONTROL] is
set to [CUSTOM].)
RESET CUSTOM (reset custom)
Resets the registered functions of the
steering wheel remote control: [YES],
[NO].
(Available only when [STR CONTROL] is
set to [CUSTOM].)
Notes
• While making settings, only button operation
on the unit is available. For safety, park your car
before making this setting.
• If an error occurs while registering, all the
previously-registered information remains.
Restart registration from the function where
the error occurred.
• This function may not be available on some
vehicles. For details on the compatibility of
your vehicle, visit the support site on the back
cover.
USB MODE (USB mode)
Changes the USB mode: [ANDROID],
[MSC/MTP].
(Available only when the USB source is
selected.)
BTM (best tuning memory) (page 11)
(Available only when the tuner is
selected.)
FIRMWARE (firmware)
(Available only while the source is off and
the clock is displayed.)
Checks/updates the firmware version. For
details, visit the support site on the back
cover.
FW VERSION (firmware version)
Displays current firmware version.
FW UPDATE (firmware update)
Enters firmware update process: [YES],
[NO].
Updating the firmware takes a few
minutes to complete. During the update,
do not turn the ignition to the OFF
position, nor remove the USB device.
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Sound Setup (SOUND)
This setup menu is not available when the
source is off and the clock is displayed.
EQ10 PRESET (EQ10 preset)
Selects an equalizer curve from 10
equalizer curves or off:
[OFF], [R&B], [ROCK], [POP], [HIP-HOP],
[EDM], [JAZZ], [SOUL], [COUNTRY],
[KARAOKE]*, [CUSTOM].
The equalizer curve setting can be
memorized for each source.
* [KARAOKE] reduces the vocal sound but
cannot fully remove it during playback. Also,
using a microphone is not supported.
EQ10 CUSTOM (EQ10 custom)
Sets [CUSTOM] of EQ10.
Setting the equalizer curve: [BAND1] –
[BAND10] (32 Hz, 63 Hz, 125 Hz, 250 Hz,
500 Hz, 1 kHz, 2 kHz, 4 kHz, 8 kHz, 16 kHz).
The volume level is adjustable in 1 dB
steps, from -6 dB to +6 dB.
BALANCE (balance)
Adjusts the sound balance: [RIGHT-15] –
[CENTER] – [LEFT-15].
FAD ER (fader)
Adjusts the relative level: [FRONT-15] –
[CENTER] – [REAR-15].
S.WOOFER (subwoofer)
SW LEVEL (subwoofer level)
Adjusts the subwoofer volume level:
[+6 dB] – [0 dB] – [-6 dB].
([ATT] is displayed at the lowest setting.)
SW PHASE (subwoofer phase)
Selects the subwoofer phase: [SUB
NORM], [SUB REV].
LPF FREQ (low pass filter frequency)
Selects the subwoofer cut-off frequency:
[80Hz], [100Hz], [120Hz].
HPF FREQ (high pass filter frequency)
Selects the front/rear speaker cut-off
frequency: [OFF], [80Hz], [100Hz], [120Hz].
AUX VOL (AUX volume)
Adjusts the volume level for each
connected auxiliary device:
[+18 dB] – [0 dB] – [-8 dB].
This setting negates the need to adjust
the volume level between sources.
(Available only when the AUX is selected.)
BTA VOL (BLUETOOTH audio volume)
Adjusts the volume level for each
connected BLUETOOTH device: [+6 dB] –
[0 dB] – [-6 dB].
This setting negates the need to adjust
the volume level between sources.
(Available only when the BT audio,
application or Pandora® is selected.)
Display Setup (DISPLAY)
DIMMER (dimmer)
Change the display brightness: [OFF],
[ON], [CLK] (clock).
To set this function to be active only
during a fixed period, select [CLK], then
set the start and end times.
– To set the brightness when the dimmer
function is activated:
Set [DIMMER] to [ON], then adjust
[BRIGHTNESS].
– To set the brightness when the dimmer
function is deactivated:
Set [DIMMER] to [OFF], then adjust
[BRIGHTNESS].
The brightness setting is stored and
applied when the dimmer function is
activated or deactivated.
BRIGHTNESS (brightness)
Adjusts the display brightness. The
brightness level is adjustable: [1] – [10].
SND SYNC (sound synchronization)
Activates the synchronization of the
illumination with the sound: [ON], [OFF].
(Not available when no source is selected
and the clock is displayed.)
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AUTO SCR (auto scroll)
Scrolls long items automatically: [ON],
[OFF].
(Not available when the AUX or tuner is
selected.)
BLUETOOTH Setup
(BLUETOOTH)
PAI RIN G (pairing) (page 9)
Connects up to two BLUETOOTH devices:
[DEVICE 1], [DEVICE 2].
[D EVIC E 1] o r [DEV ICE 2 ] will be chan ged t o
the paired device name after pairing is
complete.
AUDIODEV (audio device)
Selects the audio device.
[*] appears on the device paired with
[DEVICE 1] or the current A2DP compatible
audio device.
RINGTONE (ringtone)
Selects whether this unit or the connected
cellular phone outputs the ringtone: [1]
(this unit), [2] (cellular phone).
AUTO ANS (auto answer)
Sets this unit to answer an incoming call
automatically: [OFF], [1] (about 3
seconds), [2] (about 10 seconds).
AUTOPAIR (auto pairing)
Starts BLUETOOTH pairing automatically
when iOS device version 5.0 or later is
connected via USB: [ON], [OFF].
BT SIGNL (BLUETOOTH signal) (page 10)
Activates/deactivates the BLUETOOTH
function.
BT INIT (BLUETOOTH initialize)
Initializes all the BLUETOOTH related
settings (pairing information, device
information, etc.): [YES], [NO].
When disposing the unit, initialize all the
settings.
(Available only while the source is off and
the clock is displayed.)
VOICE-OUT (voice output)
Selects the speakers for handsfree calling:
[VOICE FRONT] (front speakers), [VOICE
REAR] (rear speakers), [VOICE ALL] (all
speakers).
(Available only while the source is off and
the clock is displayed.)
“Sony | Music Center” Setup
(SONY APP)
Establish and terminate “Sony | Music
Center” function (connection).
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• Discs that this unit CANNOT play
– Discs with labels, stickers, or sticky tape
Additional Information
Updating the Firmware
To update the firmware, visit the support site
on the back cover, then follow the online
instructions.
Note
During the update, do not remove the USB device.
Precautions
•Do not leave the front panel or audio
devices on the dashboard.
•When the unit is turned on, the power
antenna (aerial) extends automatically.
•Do not splash liquid onto the unit.
Moisture condensation
Do not splash liquid onto the discs. When
moisture condensation occur inside the unit,
remove the disc and wait for about an hour
for it to dry out; otherwise the unit will not
operate properly.
or paper attached. Doing so may cause a
malfunction, or may ruin the disc.
– Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g.,
heart, square, star). Attempting to do so
may damage the unit.
–8 cm (3
1
/4 in) discs.
Notes on CD-R/CD-RW discs
• If the multi-session disc begins with a CDDA session, it is recognized as a CD-DA
disc, and other sessions are not played.
• Discs that this unit CANNOT play
– CD-R/CD-RW of poor recording quality.
– CD-R/CD-RW recorded with an
incompatible recording device.
– CD-R/CD-RW which is finalized
incorrectly.
– CD-R/CD-RW other than those recorded
in music CD format or MP3 format
conforming to ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2,
Joliet/Romeo or multi-session.
Playback order of audio files
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Notes on discs
• Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or
heat sources such as hot air ducts, nor
leave it in a car parked in direct sunlight.
•Wipe the discs with a
cleaning cloth from the
center out. Do not use
solvents such as
benzine, thinner,
commercially available
cleaners.
• This unit is designed to
play discs that conform
to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.
DualDiscs and some of the music discs
encoded with copyright protection
technologies do not conform to the
Compact Disc (CD) standard, therefore,
these discs may not be playable by this
unit.
Replacing the lithium battery (CR2025)
of the remote commander
When the battery becomes weak, the range
of the remote commander becomes shorter.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type.
Note on the lithium battery
Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of
children. Should the battery be swallowed,
immediately consult a doctor.
Cleaning the connectors
Avoid touching the connectors directly. 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.
•Use of the Made for Apple badge means
that an accessory has been designed to
connect specifically to the Apple product(s)
identified in the badge, 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 an Apple product may affect wireless
performance.
If you have any questions or problems
concerning your unit that are not covered in
this manual, consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
24GB
Note
For safety, do not remove the front panel while
driving.
Signal-to-noise ratio: 95 dB
Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20,000 Hz
Maximum number*
Folders (albums)*
Files (tracks) and folders*
1
of:
2
: 150
3
: 300
Displayable characters for a folder/file
name:
32 (Joliet)/64 (Romeo)
Corresponding codec: MP3 (.mp3), WMA
(.wma), AAC (.m4a)
*1 CD-R/CD-RW only
*2 including the root folder
*3 may be less than the measured value if folder/
file names contain many characters
USB Player section
Interface: USB (Full speed)
Maximum current: 1 A
Maximum number of recognizable folders
and files:
Folders (albums): 256
Wireless Communication
Communication System:
BLUETOOTH Standard version 3.0
Output:
BLUETOOTH Standard Power Class 2
(Max. +4 dBm)
Maximum communication range*
Line of sight approx. 10 m (33 ft)
Frequency band:
2.4 GHz band
(2.4000 GHz – 2.4835 GHz)
Modulation method: FHSS
Compatible BLUETOOTH Profiles*
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution
Profile) 1.3
AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control
Profile) 1.3
HFP (Handsfree Profile) 1.6
PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile)
SPP (Serial Port Profile)
Corresponding codec:
SBC (.sbc), AAC (.m4a)
*1 The actual range will vary depending on factors
such as obstacles between devices, magnetic
fields aroun d a microwave oven, static elect ricity,
reception sensitivity, antenna (aerial)’s
performance, operating system, software
application, etc.
*2 BLUETOOTH standard profiles indicate the
purpose of BLUETOOTH communication between
devices.
Files (tracks) per folder: 256
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