Sony MEX-N5100BT User Manual [fr]

4-548-379-22(1)

Bluetooth® Audio System

For the connection/installation, see page 28. Informationen zum Anschluss und zur Installation finden Sie

auf Seite 31. Pour le raccordement/l’installation, reportez-vous à la

page 30. Per l’installazione e i collegamenti, consultare pagina 31. Raadpleeg pagina 31 voor meer informatie over de

aansluiting/installatie.

To cancel the demonstration (DEMO) display, see page 17. Zum Deaktivieren der Demo-Anzeige (DEMO) schlagen Sie bitte

auf Seite 18 nach. Pour annuler la démonstration (DEMO), reportez-vous à la

page 17. Per annullare la dimostrazione (DEMO), vedere pagina 18. Om de demonstratie (DEMO) te annuleren, zie pagina 18.

Operating Instructions

Bedienungsanleitung

Mode d’emploi

Istruzioni per l’uso

Gebruiksaanwijzing

MEX-N5100BT/MEX-N4100BT

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 28).

Made in Thailand

Laser Diode Properties

 Emission Duration: Continuous  Laser Output: Less than 53.3 μW

(This output is the value measurement at a distance of 200 mm from the objective lens surface on the Optical Pick-up Block with 7 mm aperture.)

The nameplate indicating operating voltage, etc., is located on the bottom of the chassis.

Hereby, Sony Corporation, declares that this equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. For details, please access the following URL: http://www.compliance.sony.de/

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

Warning if your car’s ignition has no ACC position

Be sure to set the AUTO OFF function (page 17). The unit will shut off completely and automatically in the set time after the unit is turned off, which prevents battery drain. If you do not set the AUTO OFF function, press and hold OFF until the display disappears each time you turn the ignition off.

Disclaimer regarding services offered by third parties

Services offered by third parties may be changed, suspended, or terminated without prior notice. Sony does not bear any responsibility in these sorts of situations.

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Important notice

Caution

IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR OTHER DAMAGES INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF REVENUE, LOSS OF DATA, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ANY ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT, DOWNTIME, AND PURCHASER’S TIME RELATED TO OR ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, ITS HARDWARE AND/OR ITS SOFTWARE.

Dear customer, this product includes a radio transmitter. According to UNECE Regulation no. 10, a vehicle manufacturers may impose specific conditions for installation of radio transmitters into vehicles. Please check your vehicle operation manual or contact the manufacturer of your vehicle or your vehicle dealer, before you install this product into your vehicle.

Emergency calls

This BLUETOOTH car handsfree and the electronic device connected to the handsfree operate using radio signals, cellular, and landline networks as well as user-programmed function, which cannot guarantee connection under all conditions. Therefore do not rely solely upon any electronic device for essential communications (such as medical emergencies).

On BLUETOOTH communication

 Microwaves emitting from a BLUETOOTH device

may affect the operation of electronic medical devices. Turn off this unit and other BLUETOOTH devices in the following locations, as it may cause an accident.  where inflammable gas is present, in a hospital,

train, airplane, or petrol station

 near automatic doors or a fire alarm

 This unit supports security capabilities that

comply with the BLUETOOTH standard to provide a secure connection when the BLUETOOTH wireless technology is used, but security may not be enough depending on the setting. Be careful when communicating using BLUETOOTH wireless technology.

 We do not take any responsibility for the leakage

of information during BLUETOOTH communication.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit that are not covered in this manual, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

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Table of Contents

Guide to Parts and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Getting Started

Detaching the Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Resetting the unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Connecting an iPod/USB Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Connecting Other Portable Audio Device. . . . . . . . 9

Listening to the Radio

Listening to the Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Using Radio Data System (RDS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Playback

Playing a Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Playing an iPod/USB Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Playing a BLUETOOTH Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Searching and Playing Tracks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Handsfree Calling (via BLUETOOTH only)

Receiving a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Making a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Available Operations during Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Useful Functions

SongPal with iPhone/Android Phone . . . . . . . . . . 15

Using Siri Eyes Free . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Connection/Installation

Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Parts List for Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Connection (For MEX-N5100BT). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Connection (For MEX-N4100BT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Settings

Canceling the DEMO Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Basic Setting Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

General Setup (GENERAL). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Sound Setup (SOUND) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Display Setup (DISPLAY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

BLUETOOTH Setup (BT). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

SongPal Setup (SONGPAL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Additional Information

Updating the Firmware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

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Guide to Parts and Controls

Main unit

Front panel removed (inner panel)

 Front panel release button  SRC (source)

Turn o n the p ower. 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.

 Control dial

Rotate to adjust the volume.

PUSH ENTER

Enter the selected item. Press SRC, rotate then press to change the source. Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to establish “SongPal” function (connection).

VOICE (page 14, 16)

Activate voice dial, voice recognition when the “SongPal” function is on (Android™ phone only), or the Siri function (iPhone only).

N-Mark

Touch the control dial with Android phone to make BLUETOOTH connection.

 Disc slot  Display window  SEEK +/–

Tune in radio stations automatically. Press and hold to tune manually.

/ (prev/next)

/ (fast-reverse/fast-forward)  (disc eject)  (browse) (page 12, 13)

Enter the browse mode during playback.

 CALL

Enter the call menu. Receive/end a call.

Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to

switch the BLUETOOTH signal.

 (back)

Return to the previous display.

MODE (page 10, 12, 14)

 Receptor for the remote commander  MENU*

Open the setup menu.

* Not available when the BT phone is selected.

 Number buttons (1 to 6)

Receive stored radio stations. Press and hold to

store stations.

Call a stored phone number. Press and hold to

store a phone number.

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ALBUM /

Skip an album for audio device. Press and hold to skip albums continuously.

(repeat)

(shuffle) MIC (page 14) PAU SE

 MEGA BASS

Press to turn on/off the MEGA BASS function.

 AF (alternative frequencies)/TA (traffic

announcement)

Set AF and TA.

PTY (program type)

Press and hold to select PTY in RDS.

 AUX input jack  DSPL (display)

Press to change display items.

SCRL (scroll)

Press and hold to scroll a display item.

 USB port  RESET (inner panel) (page 7)  Microphone (inner panel) (MEX-N4100BT only)

In order for the handsfree function to work properly, do not cover the microphone with tape, etc.

Getting Started

Detaching the Front Panel

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.

Serial numbers

Make sure the serial numbers on the bottom of the unit and the back of the front panel are matched correctly. Otherwise you cannot make BLUETOOTH pairing, connection and disconnection by NFC.

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Attaching the front panel

Resetting the unit

Before operating the unit for the first time, after replacing the car battery, or changing the connections, you must reset the unit. Press RESET on the inner panel with a ball-point pen, etc., after detaching the front panel.

Note

Pressing RESET will erase the clock setting and some stored contents.

Setting the Clock

1 Press MENU, rotate the control dial to

select [SET GENERAL], then press it.

2 Rotate the control dial to select [SET

CLOCK-ADJ], then press it.

The hour indication flashes.

3 Rotate the control dial to set the hour

and minute.

To move the digital indication, press SEEK +/–.

4 After setting the minute, press MENU.

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 depending on the BLUETOOTH compatible device such as a smartphone, cellular phone and audio device (hereafter “BLUETOOTH device” if not otherwise specified). For details on connecting, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the device. Before connecting the device, turn down the volume of this unit; otherwise, loud sound may result.

Connecting with a Smartphone by One touch (NFC)

By touching the control dial on the unit with an NFC* compatible smartphone, the unit is paired and connected with the smartphone automatically.

* NFC (Near Field Communication) is a technology

enabling short-range wireless communication between various devices, such as mobile phones and IC tags. Thanks to the NFC function, data communication can be achieved easily just by touching the relevant symbol or designated location on NFC compatible devices.

For a smartphone with Android OS 4.0 or lower installed, downloading the app “NFC Easy Connect” available at Google Play™ is required. The app may not be downloadable in some countries/regions.

1 Activate the NFC function on the

smartphone.

For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the smartphone.

2 Touch the N-Mark part of the unit with

the N-Mark part of the smartphone.

Make sure that lights up on the display of the unit.

To disconnect by One touch

Touch the N-Mark part of the unit with the N-Mark part of the smartphone again.

Notes

 When making the connection, handle the

smartphone carefully to prevent scratches.

 One touch connection is not possible when the unit is

already connected to another NFC compatible device. In this case, disconnect the other device, and make connection with the smartphone again.

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Pairing and connecting with a

[0000]

Input passkey

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.

1 Place the BLUETOOTH device within 1 m

(3 ft) of this unit.

2 Press CALL, rotate the control dial to

select [SET PAIRING], then press it.

flashes while the unit is in pairing standby

mode.

3 Perform pairing on the BLUETOOTH

device so it detects this unit.

4 Select [MEX-XXXX] (your model name)

shown in the display of the BLUETOOTH device.

If your model name does not appear, repeat from step 2.

5 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.

When pairing is made, stays lit.

6 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 12).

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.

1 Press CALL, rotate the control dial to

select [SET BT SIGNL], then press it.

Make sure that lights up.

2 Activate the BLUETOOTH function on the

BLUETOOTH device.

3 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).

Indicates the signal strength status of connected cellular phone.

To connect the last-connected device from this unit

Activate the BLUETOOTH function on the BLUETOOTH device. Press SRC, then select [BT PHONE] or [BT AUDIO]. Press ENTER 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 lastconnected cellular phone.

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To install the microphone

For details, see “Installing the microphone (MEXN5100BT only)” (page 32).

Connecting with an iPhone/iPod (BLUETOOTH Auto Pairing)

When an iPhone/iPod with iOS5 or later installed is connected to the USB port, the unit is paired and connected with the iPhone/iPod automatically. To enable BLUETOOTH Auto Pairing, make sure [AUTOPAIR] in [BT] is set to [ON] (page 20).

1 Activate the BLUETOOTH function on the

iPhone/iPod.

2 Connect an iPhone/iPod to the USB port.

Make sure that lights up on the display of the unit.

Notes

 BLUETOOTH Auto Pairing is not possible if the unit is

already connected to another BLUETOOTH device. In this case, disconnect the other device, then connect the iPhone/iPod again.

 If BLUETOOTH Auto Pairing is not established, see

“Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device” for details (page 7).

Connecting an iPod/USB Device

1 Turn down the volume on the unit. 2 Connect the iPod/USB device to the unit.

To connect an iPod/iPhone, use the USB connection cable for iPod (not supplied).

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 [SET SOUND]  [SET AUX VOL] (page 19).

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Listening to the Radio

Using Radio Data System (RDS)

Listening to the Radio

To listen to the radio, press SRC to select [TUNER].

Storing automatically (BTM)

1 Press MODE to change the band (FM1,

FM2, FM3, MW or LW).

2 Press MENU, rotate the control dial to

select [SET 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 Press MODE to change the band (FM1,

FM2, FM3, MW or LW).

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.

Receiving the stored stations

1 Select the band, then press a number

button (1 to 6).

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.

1 Press AF/TA to select [AF-ON], [TA-ON],

[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.

To adjust 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 [GENERAL] during FM reception (page 18). 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.

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Selecting program types (PTY)

1 Press and hold 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.

Typ e of programs

NEWS (News), AFFAIRS (Current Affairs), INFO

(Information), SPORT (Sports), EDUCATE (Education), DRAMA (Drama), CULTURE (Culture), SCIENCE (Science), VARI ED (Varied), POP M (Pop Music), ROCK M (Rock Music), EASY M (M.O.R. Music), LIGHT M (Light classical), CLASSICS (Serious classical), OTH ER 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)

Playback

Playing a Disc

1 Insert the disc (label side up).

Setting clock time (CT)

The CT data from the RDS transmission sets the clock.

1 Set [SET CT-ON] in [SET GENERAL]

(page 18).

Playback starts automatically.

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 21) or visit the support site on the back cover.

MSC (Mass Storage Class) and MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) 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 MTP is required.

Notes

 For details on the compatibility of your USB device,

visit the support site on the back cover.

 Playback of the following files is not supported.

MP3/WMA/AAC/FLAC:

 copyright-protected files  DRM (Digital Rights Management) files  Multi-channel audio files

MP3/WMA/AAC:  lossless compression files WAV:  Multi-channel audio files

1 Connect an iPod/USB device to the USB

port (page 9).

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.

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To stop playback

Press and hold OFF for 1 second.

To remove the device

Stop playback, then remove the device.

Caution for iPhone

When you connect an iPhone via USB, phone call volume is controlled by the iPhone, not the unit. Do not inadvertently increase the volume on the unit during a call, as a sudden loud sound may result when the call ends.

To match the volume level of the BLUETOOTH device to other sources

Start playback of the BLUETOOTH audio device at a moderate volume, and set your usual listening volume on the unit. Press MENU, then select [SET SOUND]  [SET BTA VOL] (page 19).

Searching and Playing Tracks

Operating an iPod directly (Passenger control)

1 During playback, press and hold MODE

until [MODE IPOD] appears.

Operations of the iPod become available. Note that the volume can be adjusted only by the unit.

To exit passenger control

Press and hold MODE until [MODE AUDIO] appears.

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 8).

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 “SongPal” application via the BLUETOOTH function.

Repeat play and shuffle play

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 (QuickBrowZer™)

1 During CD, USB or BT AUDIO*

press (browse)* search categories.

When the track list appears, press (back) repeatedly to display the desired search category.

*1 Available only for audio devices supporting

AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile) 1.4 or above.

*2 During USB playback, press (browse) for

more than 2 seconds to directly return to the beginning of the category list.

to display the list of

playback,

2 Rotate the control dial to select the

desired search category, then press it to confirm.

3 Repeat step 2 to search the desired track.

Playback starts.

To exit the Quick-BrowZer mode

Press (browse).

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Searching by skipping items (Jump mode)

1 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.

Handsfree Calling (via BLUETOOTH only)

To use a cellular phone, connect it with this unit. For details, see “Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device” (page 7).

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 only from the front speakers.

To reje c t th e call

Press and hold OFF for 1 second.

To end the call

Press CALL again.

Making a Call

You can make a call from the phonebook or call history when a cellular phone supporting PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile) is connected.

From the phonebook

1 Press CALL, rotate the control dial to

select [PHONE BOOK], then press it.

2 Rotate the control dial to select an initial

from the initial list, then press it.

3 Rotate the control dial to select a name

from the name list, then press it.

4 Rotate the control dial to select a

number from the number list, then press it.

The phone call starts.

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From the call history

1 Press CALL, rotate the control dial to

select [RECENT CALL], then press it.

A list of the call history appears.

2 Rotate the control dial to select a name

or phone number from the call history, then press it.

The phone call starts.

By phone number input

1 Press CALL, rotate the control dial to

select [DIAL NUMBER], then press it.

2 Rotate the control dial to enter the

phone number, and lastly select [ ] (space), then press ENTER*.

The phone call starts.

* To move the digital indication, press SEEK +/–.

Note

[_] appears instead of [#] on the display.

By redial

1 Press CALL, rotate the control dial to

select [REDIAL], then press it.

The phone call starts.

By preset number

1 Press SRC, rotate the control dial to select

[BT PHONE], then press it.

2 Press a number button (1 to 6) to select

the contact you want to call.

3 Press ENTER.

The phone call starts.

Presetting phone numbers

You can store up to 6 contacts in the preset dial.

1 Select 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.

2 Press and hold a number button (1 to 6) until [MEM]

appears.

The contact is stored in the selected preset number.

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.

1 Press CALL, rotate the control dial to

select [VOICE DIAL], then press it.

Alternatively, press VOICE while the “SongPal” function is off.

2 Say the voice tag stored on the cellular

phone.

Your voice is recognized, and the call is made.

To cancel voice dialing

Press VOICE.

Available Operations during Call

To adjust the ringtone volume

Rotate the control dial while receiving a call.

To adjust 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], [MIC-MID], [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 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.

To check the status of SMS*

flashes when a new SMS is received, and stays

lit when there are unread messages.

* Available only for a cellular phone supporting

MAP (Message Access Profile).

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Useful Functions

SongPal with iPhone/Android Phone

Downloading the “SongPal” application (version 2.1 or later) is required from the App Store for iPhone or from Google Play for Android phone.

Notes

 For your safety, follow your local

traffic laws and regulations, and do not operate the application while driving.

 “SongPal” is an app for

controlling Sony audio devices which are compatible with “SongPal”, by your iPhone/ Android phone.

 What you can control with “SongPal” varies

depending on the connected device.

 To make use of “SongPal” features, see the details on

your iPhone/Android phone.

 For further details on “SongPal,” visit the following

URL: http://rd1.sony.net/help/speaker/songpal/

Establishing the SongPal connection

1 Make the BLUETOOTH connection with

iPhone/Android phone (page 7).

2 Launch the “SongPal” application. 3 Press and hold ENTER on the unit for

more than 2 seconds.

Connection to iPhone/Android phone starts. For details on the operations on iPhone/ Android phone, see the help of the application.

If the device number appears

Make sure that the number is displayed (e.g.,

123456), then select [Yes] on the iPhone/Android phone.

To termi n ate conn e ctio n

Press and hold ENTER.

Selecting the source or application

You can operate to select the desired source or application on iPhone/Android phone.

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 various information by voice guide (Android phone only)

When SMS, Twitter/Facebook/Calendar notifications, etc., are received, they are automatically announced through the unit speakers.

For details on settings, refer to the help of the application.

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Activating voice recognition (Android phone only)

By registering applications, you can control an application by voice command. For details, refer to the help of the application.

To activate voice recognition

1 Press VOICE to activate voice recognition. 2 Say the desired voice command into the

microphone when [Say Source or App] appears on the Android phone.

Notes

 Voice recognition may not be available in some cases.  Voice recognition may not work properly depending

on the performance of the connected Android phone.

 Operate under conditions where noise such as engine

sound is minimized during voice recognition.

Replying a message of SMS (Android phone only)

You can reply a message by voice recognition.

1 Activate voice recognition, then input “Reply.”

The message input display appears on the “SongPal” application.

2 Input a reply message by voice recognition.

The list of message candidates appears on the “SongPal” 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 phone.

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 with BLUETOOTH Auto Pairing. Availability is limited iPhone 4s or later. Make sure that your iPhone is running the latest iOS version. You must complete BLUETOOTH registration and connection configurations for the iPhone with the unit in advance. For details, see “Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device” (page 7).

1 Activate the Siri function on the iPhone.

For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the iPhone.

2 Press VOICE.

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 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

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, the Siri function automatically quits and the unit switches to the BLUETOOTH audio source.

 When Siri 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 may

not function properly, or may quit.

 When connecting the iPhone to the unit, do not

activate Siri with the iPhone. Siri may not function properly, or may quit.

 There is no audio sound while Siri Eyes Free is

activated.

For details on settings, refer to the help of the application.

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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 [SET DISPLAY], 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 (BT), SongPal setup (SONGPAL) (Not available when the BT phone is selected.)

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.

3 Rotate the control dial to select the

options, then press it.

To return to the previous display

Press (back).

General Setup (GENERAL)

CLOCK-ADJ (clock adjust) (page 7)

CAUT ALM (caution alarm)

Activates the caution alarm: [ON], [OFF] (page 6). (Available only while the source is off and the clock is displayed.)

BEEP

Activates the beep sound: [ON], [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).

STEERING

Registers/resets the setting of the steering wheel remote control. (Available when connected with the connection cable (not supplied).) (Available only while the source is off and the clock is displayed.) STR CONTROL (steering control) Selects the input mode of the connected remote control. To prevent a malfunction, be sure to match the input mode with the connected remote control before use.

USER

Input mode for the steering wheel remote control (automatically selected when [STR EDIT] is complete or [STR RESET] is performed)

EXTERNAL

Input mode for the wired remote control

excluding the steering wheel remote control STR EDIT (steering edit) Registers the functions (SOURCE, ATT, VOL +/–, SEEK +/–, VOICE, CALL) to the steering wheel remote control:  Rotate the control dial to select the function

you want to assign to the steering wheel remote control, then press it.

 While [REGISTER] is blinking, press and hold

the button on the steering wheel remote control you want to assign the function to. When registration is complete, [REGISTERED] is displayed.

 To register other functions, repeat steps 

and .

STR RESET (steering reset) Resets the setting of the steering wheel remote control: [YES], [NO].

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-registe red 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.

AUX-A (AUX audio)

Activates the AUX source display: [ON], [OFF]. (Available only while the source is off and the clock is displayed.) (Not available when the “SongPal” connection is established.)

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REAR/SUB (MEX-N4100BT only)

Switches the audio output: [SUB-OUT] (subwoofer), [REAR-OUT] (power amplifier). (Available only while the source is off and the clock is displayed.)

CT (clock time)

Activates the CT function: [ON], [OFF].

REGIONAL

Restricts reception to a specific region: [ON], [OFF]. (Available only when FM is received.)

BTM (page 10)

(Available only when the tuner is selected.)

FIRMWARE

Checks/updates the firmware version. For details, visit the following support site:

http://support.sony-europe.com/

FW VERSION (firmware version) Displays current firmware version. FW UPDATE (firmware update) Enters firmware update process: [YES], [NO]. (Available only while the source is off and the clock is displayed.)

Sound Setup (SOUND)

This setup menu is available when any source except for the BT phone is selected.

MEGABASS (mega bass)

Reinforces bass sound in synchronization with the volume level: [ON], [OFF]. (Automatically sets to [OFF] when [C.AUDIO+] is set to [ON].)

C.AUDIO+ (ClearAudio+)

Reproduces sound by optimizing the digital signal with the Sony recommended sound settings: [ON], [OFF]. (Automatically sets to [OFF] when [EQ10 PRESET] is changed and/or [MEGABASS] is set to [ON].)

EQ10 PRESET

Selects an equalizer curve from 10 equalizer curves or off: [OFF], [R AND B], [ROCK], [POP], [DANCE], [HIP-HOP], [ELECTRONICA], [JAZZ], [SOUL], [COUNTRY], [CUSTOM]. The equalizer curve setting can be memorized for each source.

EQ10 SETTING

Sets [CUSTOM] of EQ10.

BASE

Selects a preset equalizer curve as a basis for further customizing: [BAND1] 32 Hz, [BAND2] 63 Hz, [BAND3] 125 Hz, [BAND4] 250 Hz, [BAND5] 500 Hz, [BAND6] 1 kHz, [BAND7] 2 kHz, [BAND8] 4 kHz, [BAND9] 8 kHz, [BAND10] 16 kHz.

The volume level is adjustable in 1 dB steps, from -6 dB to +6 dB.

POSITION (listening position)

F/R POS (front/rear position) Simulates a natural sound field by delaying the sound output from speakers to suit your position:

 [FRONT L] (front left),  [FRONT R] (front right),  [FRONT] (center front),  [ALL] (center of your car),

[OFF] (no position set) ADJ POSITION* (adjust position) Fine-tunes the listening position setting: [+3] – [CENTER] – [-3]. SW POS* (subwoofer position)

 [NEAR] (near),  [NORMAL] (normal),  [FAR] (far)

BALANCE

Adjusts the sound balance: [RIGHT-15] – [CENTER] – [LEFT-15].

FAD ER

Adjusts the relative level: [FRONT-15] – [CENTER] – [REAR-15].

DSEE (digital sound enhancement engine)

Improves digitally compressed sound by restoring high frequencies lost in the compression process. This setting can be memorized for each source other than the tuner. Selects the DSEE mode: [ON], [OFF].

AAV (advanced auto volume)

Adjust the playback volume level of all playback sources to the optimum level: [ON], [OFF].

RB ENH (rear bass enhancer)

Rear Bass Enhancer enhances the bass sound by applying a low pass filter setting to the rear speakers. This function allows the rear speakers to work as a subwoofer if one is not connected. (Available only when [SW DIREC] is set to [OFF].) (MEX-N4100BT: Available only when [REAR-OUT] is selected in [REAR/SUB].) RBE MODE (rear bass enhancer mode) Selects the rear bass enhancer mode: [1], [2], [3], [OFF]. LPF FREQ (low pass filter frequency) Selects the subwoofer cut-off frequency: [50Hz], [60Hz], [80Hz], [100Hz], [120Hz].

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LPF SLOP (low pass filter slope) Selects the LPF slope: [1], [2], [3].

SW DIREC (subwoofer direct connection)

You can use the subwoofer without a power amplifier when it is connected to the rear speaker lead. (Available only when [RBE MODE] is set to [OFF].) (MEX-N4100BT: Available only when [REAR-OUT] is selected in [REAR/SUB].) Be sure to connect a 4 – 8 ohm subwoofer to either of the rear speaker leads. Do not connect a speaker to the other rear speaker lead. SW MODE (subwoofer mode) Selects the subwoofer mode: [1], [2], [3], [OFF]. SW PHASE (subwoofer phase) Selects the subwoofer phase: [NORM], [REV]. SW POS* (subwoofer position) Selects the subwoofer position: [NEAR], [NORMAL], [FAR]. LPF FREQ (low pass filter frequency) Selects the subwoofer cut-off frequency: [50Hz], [60Hz], [80Hz], [100Hz], [120Hz]. LPF SLOP (low pass filter slope) Selects the LPF slope: [1], [2], [3].

S.WOOFER (subwoofer)

SW LEVEL (subwoofer level) Adjusts the subwoofer volume level: [+10 dB] – [0 dB] – [-10 dB]. ([ATT] is displayed at the lowest setting.) SW PHASE (subwoofer phase) Selects the subwoofer phase: [NORM], [REV]. SW POS* (subwoofer position) Selects the subwoofer position: [NEAR], [NORMAL], [FAR]. LPF FREQ (low pass filter frequency) Selects the subwoofer cut-off frequency: [50Hz], [60Hz], [80Hz], [100Hz], [120Hz]. LPF SLOP (low pass filter slope) Selects the LPF slope: [1], [2], [3].

HPF (high pass filter)

HPF FREQ (high pass filter frequency) Selects the front/rear speaker cut-off frequency: [OFF], [50Hz], [60Hz], [80Hz], [100Hz], [120Hz]. HPF SLOP (high pass filter slope) Selects the HPF slope (effective only when [HPF FREQ] is set to other than [OFF]): [1], [2], [3].

AUX VOL (AUX volume level)

Adjusts the volume level for each connected auxiliary device: [+18 dB] – [0 dB] – [-8 dB]. This setting negates the need to adjust the volume level between sources.

BTA VOL (BLUETOOTH audio volume level)

Adjusts the volume level for each connected BLUETOOTH device: [+6 dB] – [0 dB] – [-6 dB]. This setting negates the need to adjust the volume level between sources.

* Does not appear when [F/R POS] is set to [OFF].

Display Setup (DISPLAY)

DEMO (demonstration)

Activates the demonstration: [ON], [OFF].

DIMMER

For MEX-N5100BT: Dims the display: [ON], [OFF], [AT] (auto) ([AT] is available only when the illumination control lead is connected, and turn on the head light).

For MEX-N4100BT: Changes the display brightness: [ON], [OFF].

ILLUM (illumination) (MEX-N4100BT only)

Changes the illumination color: [1], [2].

BUTTON-C (button color) (MEX-N5100BT only)

Sets a preset color or customized color for the buttons.

COLOR

Selects from 15 presets colors, 1 customized color. CUSTOM-C (custom color) Registers a customized color for the buttons.

RGB RED, RGB GRN, RGB BLUE

Adjustable color range: [0] – [32] ([0] cannot

be set for all color ranges).

DSPL-C (display color) (MEX-N5100BT only)

Sets a preset color or customized color for the display.

COLOR

Selects from 15 presets colors, 1 customized color. CUSTOM-C (custom color) Registers a customized color for the display.

RGB RED, RGB GRN, RGB BLUE

Adjustable color range: [0] – [32] ([0] cannot

be set for all color ranges).

ALL-C (all color) (MEX-N5100BT only)

Sets a preset color or customized color for the display and buttons.

COLOR

Selects from 15 presets colors, 1 customized color. CUSTOM-C (custom color) Registers a customized color for the display and buttons.

RGB RED, RGB GRN, RGB BLUE

Adjustable color range: [0] – [32] ([0] cannot

be set for all color ranges).

SND SYNC (sound synchronization)

Selects the color with sound synchronization: [ON], [OFF].

WHT MENU (white menu) (MEX-N5100BT only)

You can display the menu more clearly (white) without concern for color setting: [ON], [OFF].

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START-WHT (start white) (MEX-N5100BT only)

When SRC is pressed, the display and buttons on the main unit turn white once, then change to the customized color: [ON], [OFF].

AUTO SCR (auto scroll)

Scrolls long items automatically: [ON], [OFF]. (Not available when the AUX or tuner is selected.)

BLUETOOTH Setup (BT)

PAIRING (page 8)

PHONE BOOK (page 13)

REDIAL (page 14)

RECENT CALL (page 14)

VOICE DIAL (page 14)

DIAL NUMBER (page 14)

RINGTONE

Selects whether this unit or the connected cellular phone outputs the ringtone: [1] (this unit), [2] (cellular phone).

AUTO ANS (auto answer)

Sets this unit to answer an incoming call automatically: [OFF], [1] (about 3 seconds), [2] (about 10 seconds).

AUTOPAIR (auto pairing)

Start BLUETOOTH pairing automatically when iOS device version 5.0 or later is connected via USB: [ON], [OFF].

BT SIGNL (BLUETOOTH signal) (page 8)

Activates/deactivates the BLUETOOTH function.

BT INIT (BLUETOOTH initialize)

Initializes all the BLUETOOTH related settings (pairing information, preset number, device information, etc.): [YES], [NO]. When disposing the unit, initialize all the settings. (Available only while the source is off and the clock is displayed.)

SongPal Setup (SONGPAL)

Establish and terminate “SongPal” function (connection).

Additional Information

Updating the Firmware

You can update the firmware of this unit from the following support site:

http://support.sony-europe.com/

To update the firmware, visit the support site, then follow the online instructions.

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.

Moisture condensation

Should moisture condensation occur inside the unit, remove the disc and wait for about an hour for it to dry out; otherwise the unit will not operate properly.

To maintain high sound quality

Do not splash liquid onto the unit or discs.

Notes on discs

 Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat

sources such as hot air ducts, nor leave it in a car parked in direct sunlight.

 Before playing, wipe the discs

with a cleaning cloth from the center out. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners.

 This unit is designed to play

discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. DualDiscs and some of the music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies do not conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard, therefore, these discs may not be playable by this unit.

 Discs that this unit CANNOT play

 Discs with labels, stickers, or sticky tape or

paper attached. Doing so may cause a malfunction, or may ruin the disc.

 Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart,

square, star). Attempting to do so may damage the unit.

 8 cm (3

/4 in) discs.

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Notes on CD-R/CD-RW discs

MP3/WMA/AAC

Folder (album)

MP3/WMA/AAC file (track)

 If the multi-session disc begins with a CD-DA

session, it is recognized as a CD-DA disc, and other sessions are not played.

 Discs that this unit CANNOT play

 CD-R/CD-RW of poor recording quality.  CD-R/CD-RW recorded with an incompatible

recording device.

 CD-R/CD-RW which is finalized incorrectly.  CD-R/CD-RW other than those recorded in

music CD format or MP3 format conforming to ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2, Joliet/Romeo or multisession.

Playback order of MP3/WMA/AAC files

About iPod

 You can connect to the following iPod models.

Update your iPod devices to the latest software before use.

Compatible iPhone/iPod models

Compatible Model Bluetooth® USB iPhone 5s  iPhone 5c  iPhone 5  iPhone 4s  iPhone 4  iPhone 3GS  iPhone 3G*  iPod touch

(5th generation) iPod touch

(4th generation) iPod touch

(3rd generation)* iPod touch

(2nd generation)*

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Compatible Model Bluetooth® USB iPod classic*  iPod nano

(7th generation)* iPod nano

(6th generation)* iPod nano

(5th generation)* iPod nano

(4th generation)* iPod nano

(3rd generation)*

* “SongPal” does not support iPhone 3G, iPod touch

(3rd generation), iPod touch (2nd generation), iPod classic, and iPod nano.

 “Made for iPod,” and “Made for iPhone,” mean

that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod or iPhone, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod or iPhone may affect wireless performance.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit that are not covered in this manual, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

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Maintenance

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 6) and clean the connectors with a cotton swab. Do not apply too much force. Otherwise, the connectors may be damaged.

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

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or with any metal device.

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Specifications

Tuner section

Tuning range: 87.5 – 108.0 MHz Antenna (aerial) terminal:

External antenna (aerial) connector

Intermediate frequency:

FM CCIR: -1,956.5 to -487.3 kHz and

+500.0 to +2,095.4 kHz Usable sensitivity: 8 dBf Selectivity: 75 dB at 400 kHz Signal-to-noise ratio: 73 dB Separation: 50 dB at 1 kHz Frequency response: 20 – 15,000 Hz

MW/LW

Tuning ran ge:

MW: 531 – 1,602 kHz LW: 153 – 279 kHz

Antenna (aerial) terminal:

External antenna (aerial) connector

Sensitivity: MW: 26 V, LW: 50 V

CD Player section

Signal-to-noise ratio: 120 dB Frequency response: 10 – 20,000 Hz Wow and flutter: Below measurable limit The maximum number of: (CD-R/CD-RW only)

 folders (albums): 150 (including root folder)  files (tracks) and folders: 300 (may less than 300

if folder/file names contain many characters)

 displayable characters for a folder/file name: 32

(Joliet)/64 (Romeo)

Corresponding codec: MP3 (.mp3), WMA (.wma)

and AAC (.m4a)

USB Player section

Interface: USB (High-speed) Maximum current: 1 A The maximum number of recognizable tracks:

10,000

Corresponding codec:

MP3 (.mp3), WMA (.wma), WAV (.wav), AAC (.m4a), AAC (.mp4) and FLAC (.flac)

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 – 2.4835 GHz)

Modulation method: FHSS

Compatible BLUETOOTH Profiles*

A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) 1.3 AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile) 1.5 HFP (Handsfree Profile) 1.6 PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile) SPP (Serial Port Profile) MAP (Message Access Profile) HID (Human Interface Device Profile)

Corresponding codec:

SBC (.sbc) and AAC (.m4a)

*1 The actual range will vary depending on factors such

as obstacles between devices, magnetic fields around a microwave oven, static electricity, reception sensitivity, antenna (aerial)’s performance, operating system, software application, etc.

*2 BLUETOOTH standard profiles indicate the purpose

of BLUETOOTH communication between devices.

Power amplifier section

Output: Speaker outputs Speaker impedance: 4 – 8 ohms Maximum power output: 55 W × 4 (at 4 ohms)

General

Outputs:

Audio outputs terminal:

MEX-N5100BT: front, rear, sub MEX-N4100BT: front, rear/sub switchable

Power antenna (aerial)/Power amplifier control

terminal (REM OUT)

Inputs:

Remote controller input terminal Antenna (aerial) input terminal MIC input terminal AUX input jack (stereo mini jack) USB port

Power requirements: 12 V DC car battery (negative

ground (earth)) Rated current consumption: 10 A Dimensions:

Approx. 178 mm × 50 mm × 177 mm

/8 in × 2 in × 7 in) (w/h/d)

Mounting dimensions:

Approx. 182 mm × 53 mm × 160 mm

/4 in × 2 1/8 in × 6 5/16 in) (w/h/d) Mass: Approx. 1.2 kg (2 lb 11 oz) Package contents:

Main unit (1) Microphone (1) (MEX-N5100BT only) Parts for installation and connections (1 set)

Optional accessories/equipment:

Microphone: XA-MC10 (MEX-N4100BT only)

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 registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

The N-Mark is a trademark or registered trademark of NFC Forum, Inc. in the United States and in other countries.

Windows Media is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft Corporation. Use or distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary.

iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod touch, and Siri are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.

MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.

Google, Google Play and Android are trademarks of Google Inc.

libFLAC

Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met:

 Redistributions of source code must retain the

above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer.

 Redistributions in binary form must reproduce

the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer in the documentation and/or other materials provided with the distribution.

 Neither the name of the Xiph.org Foundation nor

the names of its contributors may be used to endorse or promote products derived from this software without specific prior written permission.

THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND CONTRIBUTORS “AS IS” AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE FOUNDATION OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL,

SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.

Troubleshooting

The following checklist will help you remedy problems you may encounter with your unit. Before going through the checklist below, check the connection and operating procedures. For details on using the fuse and removing the unit from the dashboard, see “Connection/Installation” (page 28). If the problem is not solved, visit the support site on the back cover.

General

No sound or the sound is very low.

 The position of the fader control [FADER] is not

set for a 2-speaker system.

 The volume of the unit and/or connected device

is very low.  Increase the volume of the unit and connected

device.

No beep sound.

 An optional power amplifier is connected and

you are not using the built-in amplifier.

The contents of the memory have been erased.

 The reset button has been pressed.

 Store again into the memory.

 The power supply lead or battery has been

disconnected or not connected properly.

Stored stations and correct time are erased. The fuse has blown. Makes a noise when the position of the ignition is switched.

 The leads are not matched correctly with the car’s

accessory power connector.

During playback or reception, the demonstration mode starts.

 If no operation is performed for 5 minutes with

[DEMO-ON] set, the demonstration mode starts.  Set [DEMO-OFF] (page 19).

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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 21).

The operation buttons do not function. The disc will not eject.

 The connection is not correct.

 Check the connection of the unit.

If the situation does not improve, press RESET (page 7). The contents stored in memory are erased. For your safety, do not reset the unit while you are driving.

Radio reception

Stations cannot be received. The sound is hampered by noises.

 The connection is not correct.

 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 10).

No traffic announcements.

 Activate TA (page 10).  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.

CD playback

The disc does not play.

 Defective or dirty disc.  The CD-R/CD-RW is not for audio use (page 21).

MP3/WMA/AAC files cannot be played.

 The disc is incompatible with the MP3/WMA/AAC

format and version. For details on playable discs and formats, visit the support site on the back cover.

MP3/WMA/AAC files take longer to play than others.

 The following discs take a longer time to start

playback.  A disc recorded with a complicated tree

structure.

 A disc recorded in Multi Session.  A disc to which data can be added.

The sound skips.

 Defective or dirty disc.

USB device playback

You cannot play items via a USB hub.

 This unit cannot recognize USB devices via a USB

hub.

A USB device takes longer to play.

 The USB device contains files with a complicated

tree structure.

The sound is intermittent.

 The sound may be intermittent at a high-bit-rate

of more than 320 kbps.

Audio file cannot be played.

 USB device formatted with file systems other

than FAT16 or FAT32 are unsupported.*

* This unit supports FAT16 and FAT32, but some USB

device may not support all of these FAT. For details, refer to the operating instruction of each USB device or contact the manufacturer.

NFC function

One touch connection (NFC) is not possible.

 If the smartphone does not respond to the

touching.  Check that the NFC function of the smartphone

is turned on.

 Move the N-Mark part of the smartphone

closer to the N-Mark part on this unit.

 If the smartphone is in a case, remove it.

 NFC receiving sensitivity depends on the device.

If One touch connection with the smartphone fails several times, make BLUETOOTH connection manually.

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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 8).

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 20).

 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 14).

Echo or noise occurs in phone call conversations.

 Lower the volume.  Set EC/NC Mode to [EC/NC-1] or [EC/NC-2]

(page 14).

 If the ambient noise other than the phone call

sound is loud, try reducing this noise. E.g.: If a window is open and road noise, etc., is loud, shut the window. If an air conditioner is loud, lower the air conditioner.

The phone is not connected.

 When BLUETOOTH audio is played, the phone is

not connected even if you press CALL.  Connect from the phone.

The phone sound quality is poor.

 Phone sound quality depends on reception

conditions of cellular phone.  Move your car to a place where you can

enhance the cellular phone’s signal if the

reception is poor.

The volume of the connected audio device is low (high).

 Volume level will differ depending on the audio

device.  Adjust the volume of the connected audio

device or this unit.

The sound skips during playback of a BLUETOOTH audio device.

 Reduce the distance between the unit and the

BLUETOOTH audio device.

 If the BLUETOOTH audio device is stored in a case

which interrupts the signal, remove the audio device from the case during use.

 Several BLUETOOTH devices or other devices

which emit radio waves are in use nearby.

 Turn off the other devices.  Increase the distance from the other devices.

 The playback sound stops momentarily when the

connection between this unit and the cellular phone is being made. This is not a malfunction.

The connected BLUETOOTH audio device cannot be controlled.

 Check that the connected BLUETOOTH audio

device supports AVRCP.

Some functions do not work.

 Check if the connecting device supports the

functions in question.

A call is answered unintentionally.

 The connecting phone is set to answer a call

automatically.

Pairing failed due to a timeout.

 Depending on the connecting device, the time

limit for pairing may be short.  Try completing the pairing within the time.

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.

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Siri Eyes Free is not activated.

 Perform the handsfree registration for an iPhone

that supports Siri Eyes Free.

 Set the Siri function on the iPhone to on.  Cancel the BLUETOOTH connection with the

iPhone and the unit, and reconnect.

SongPal operation

Application name is mismatched with the actual application in “SongPal”.

 Launch the application again from the “SongPal”

application.

While running the “SongPal” application via BLUETOOTH, the display automatically switches to [BT AUDIO].

 The “SongPal” application or BLUETOOTH

function has failed.

 Run the application again.

The “SongPal” application is automatically disconnected when the display switches to [IPD].

 The “SongPal” application on iPhone/iPod does

not support iPod playback.  Change the source of the unit to other than

[IPD], then establish the “SongPal” connection (page 15).

Error displays/Messages

CD ERROR: The disc cannot be played. The disc will be ejected automatically.  Clean or insert the disc correctly, or make sure the

disc is not blank or defective.

CD NO MUSIC: There is no playable file. The disc will be ejected automatically.  Insert a disc containing playable files (page 22).

CD PUSH EJT: The disc could not be ejected properly.  Press  (eject).

HUB NO SUPRT: USB hubs are not supported.

IPD STOP: iPod playback has finished.

 Operate your iPod/iPhone to start playback.

NO AF: No alternative frequencies.

 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 TP: No traffic programs.  The unit will continue searching for available TP

stations.

OVERLOAD: The USB device is overloaded.  Disconnect the USB device, then press SRC to

select another source.

 The USB device has a fault, or an unsupported

device is connected.

READ: Now reading information.  Wait until reading is complete and playback

starts automatically. This may take some time depending on the disc structure.

USB ERROR: The USB device cannot be played.  Connect the USB device again.

USB NO DEV: A USB device is not connected or recognized.  Make sure the USB device or USB cable is securely

connected.

USB NO MUSIC: There is no playable file.  Connect a USB device containing playable files

(page 22).

USB NO SUPRT: The USB device is not supported.  For details on the compatibility of your USB

device, visit the support site on the back cover.

or : The beginning or

the end of the disc has been reached.

: The character cannot be displayed.

For BLUETOOTH function:

BT BUSY: The BLUETOOTH device is busy.

 Wait for a while, then try again.

ERROR: The selected operation could not be performed.  Wait for a while, then try again.

NO DEV: The BLUETOOTH device is not connected or recognized.  Make sure the BLUETOOTH device is securely

connected, or the BLUETOOTH connection is established with the BLUETOOTH device.

P EMPTY: No phone numbers are stored.

UNKNOWN: A name or phone number cannot be

displayed.

WITHHELD: The phone number is hidden by the caller.

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For SongPal operation:

APP --------: A connection with the application is not established.  Make the “SongPal” connection again (page 15).

APP DISCNCT: The application is disconnected.  Make the “SongPal” connection (page 15).

APP DISPLAY: A screen setting display of the application is open.  Exit the screen setting display of the application

to enable button operation.

APP LIST: The contents list of the CD/USB/iPod is open.  Exit the list of the application to enable button

operation.

APP MENU: A setting display of the application is open.  Exit the setting display of the application to

enable button operation.

APP NO DEV: The device with the application installed is not connected or recognized.  Make the BLUETOOTH connection and establish

the “SongPal” connection again (page 15).

APP SOUND: A sound setting display of the application is open.  Exit the sound setting display of the application

to enable button operation.

OPEN APP: The “SongPal” application is not running.  Launch the application.

For steering wheel remote control operation:

ERROR: An error occurred during the function registration.  Register again from the function where the error

occurred (page 17).

TIMEOUT: The function registration failed due to a timeout.  Try completing the registration while [REGISTER]

is blinking (about 6 seconds) (page 17).

If these solutions do not help improve the situation, consult your nearest Sony dealer. If you take the unit to be repaired because of CD playback trouble, bring the disc that was used at the time the problem began.

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Connection/Installation

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



× 2

 

For MEX-N5100BT

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



Cautions

 Run all ground (earth) leads to a common

ground (earth) point.

 Do not get the leads trapped under a screw, or

caught in moving parts (e.g., seat railing).

 Before making connections, turn the car ignition

off to avoid short circuits.

 Connect the power supply lead  to the unit and

speakers before connecting it to the auxiliary power connector.

 Be sure to insulate any loose unconnected leads

with electrical tape for safety.

Precautions

 Choose the installation location carefully so that

the unit will not interfere with normal driving operations.

 Avoid installing the unit in areas subject to dust,

dirt, excessive vibration, or high temperature, such as in direct sunlight or near heater ducts.

 Use only the supplied mounting hardware for a

safe and secure installation.

Note on the power supply lead (yellow)

When connecting this unit in combination with other stereo components, the amperage rating of the car circuit to which the unit is connected must be higher than the sum of each component’s fuse amperage rating.

Mounting angle adjustment

Adjust the mounting angle to less than 45°.

Parts List for Installation

 This parts list does not include all the package

contents.

 The bracket  and the protection collar  are

attached to the unit before shipping. Before mounting the unit, use the release keys  to remove the bracket  from the unit. For details, see “Removing the protection collar and the bracket” (page 32).

 Keep the release keys  for future use as they are

also necessary if you remove the unit from your car.

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Connection (For MEX-N5100BT)

*5*

from a wired remote control (not supplied)*

See “Power connection diagram” (page 31) for details.

from a car antenna (aerial)*

Subwoofer*

Power amplifier*

For details, see “Making connections” (page 31).



*1 Not supplied *2 Speaker impedance: 4 – 8  × 4 *3 RCA pin cord (not supplied) *4 Depending on the type of car, use an adaptor for a

wired remote control (not supplied).

*5 Whether in use or not, route the microphone input

cord such that it does not interfere with driving operations. Secure the cord with a clamp, etc., if it is installed around your feet.

*6 For details on installing the microphone, see

“Installing the microphone (MEX-N5100BT only)” (page 32).

*7 Depending on the type of car, use an adaptor (not

supplied) if the antenna connector does not fit.

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Connection (For MEX-N4100BT)



from a wired remote control (not supplied)*

from a car antenna (aerial)*

Subwoofer*

Power amplifier*

For details, see “M aking connections” (page 31).

Microphone XA-MC10 *1*

See “Power connection diagram” (page 31) for details.

*1 Not supplied *2 Speaker impedance: 4 – 8  × 4 *3 RCA pin cord (not supplied) *4 Depending on the type of car, use an adaptor for a

wired remote control (not supplied).

*5 Whether in use or not, route the microphone input

cord such that it does not interfere with driving operations. Secure the cord with a clamp, etc., if it is installed around your feet.

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*6 Depending on the type of car, use an adaptor (not

supplied) if the antenna connector does not fit.

*7 AUDIO OUT can be switched to SUB or REAR.

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