Sony RSXGS9 User Manual

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Digital Media Player

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Operating Instructions

Mode d’emploi

Model No. RSX-GS9

Serial No.

For the connection/installation, see page 33. Pour le raccordement/l’installation, reportez-vous à la page 00.

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For safety, be sure to install this unit in the dashboard of the car as the top of the unit becomes hot during use. For details, see “Connection/Installation” (page 33).

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

Warning

FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE USA. NOT APPLICABLE IN CANADA, INCLUDING IN THE PROVINCE OF QUEBEC.

POUR LES CLIENTS AUX ÉTATS-UNIS. NON APPLICABLE AU CANADA, Y COMPRIS LA PROVINCE DE QUÉBEC.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

ˋ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ˋ Increase the separation between the

equipment and receiver.

ˋ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a

circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

ˋ 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 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 it deemed to comply without maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE). But it is desirable that it should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20 cm or more away from person’s body.

For the State of California, USA only

Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate

Note on the lithium battery

Do not expose the battery to excessive heat such as direct sunlight, fire or the like.

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.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference; and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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Important notice

Caution

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

Dear customer, this product includes a radio transmitter. Please check your vehicle operation manual or contact the manufacturer of your vehicle or your vehicle dealer, before you install this product into your vehicle.

Emergency calls

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

On BLUETOOTH communication

ˎ 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. ˋ where inflammable gas is present, in a hospital,

train, airplane, or petrol station

ˋ near automatic doors or a fire alarm

ˎ 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.

ˎ We do not take any responsibility for the leakage

of information during BLUETOOTH communication.

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

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Table of Contents

Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

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

Guide to Audio Device Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Getting Started

Resetting the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Connecting a USB Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Connecting a High-Resolution USB Audio

Supported Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Connecting Other Portable Audio Device . . . . . . . 11

Listening to the Radio

Listening to the Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Playback

Playing a USB Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Playing a High-Resolution USB Audio Supported

Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Playing a BLUETOOTH Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Searching and Playing Tracks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Handsfree Calling (via BLUETOOTH only)

Receiving a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Making a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

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

Connection/Installation

Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Parts List for Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Useful Functions

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

Settings

Basic Setting Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

General Setup (General) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Sound Setup (Sound) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

BLUETOOTH Setup (BT Setting) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Additional Information

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

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

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

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

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

Important information on software. . . . . . . . . . . . 27

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Guide to Parts and Controls

Main unit

ˎ In this manual, procedures are explained

mainly for the remote commander unless otherwise specified.

ˎ Available buttons light up depending on the

selected source.

ȩ Receptor for the remote commander Ȫ Display window ȫ Volume dial

Rotate to adjust the volume.

N-Mark

Touch with an NFC compatible smartphone to make a BLUETOOTH connection.

Ȭ SRC (source)

Tur n on th e powe r. 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.

ȭÃ/Ñ (prev/next)

Skip tracks; tune in the preset station.

è/ Ă (album –/+)

Press and hold for 1 second to skip albums; tune in radio station manually.

Ȯā (play/pause)

Start/pause playback; change the band during radio reception. While playback is paused, the illumination of the unit flashes.

PAI RIN G

Turn t he B LU ETOOTH si gna l o n.

ȯ BLUETOOTH indicator Ȱ Reset button (page 9) ȱ AUX input jack Ȳ USB micro-B port (for USB-DAC) ȳ USB type-A port (for USB1)

Use to charge the connected device (USB Hicharge (1.5 A))

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RM-X261 Remote commander

The VOL (volume) + button has a tactile dot.

ȴ (back)

Return to the previous display.

ȵ REP (repeat) ȶ SHUF (shuffle) ȷ ATT (attenuate)

Attenuate the sound. Press again to cancel the

attenuation.

ȸ MODE (page 12, 12) ȹ SOUND*

Open the SOUND menu directly.

MENU*

Press and hold to open the setup menu.

* Not available when the BT phone is selected.

Ⱥ DSPL (display)

Change display items.

ȻR/a/{/C

Select a setup item, etc.

ENTER

Enter the selected item.

Ã/Ñ (prev/next)

Skip tracks; tune in radio station automatically. Press and hold to tune in radio station manually.

+/– (album +/–)

Skip albums*; tune in the preset station.

* Available during USB playback only.

ȼ Number buttons (1 to 6)

Receive stored radio stations. Press and hold to store stations.

PAU SE

Remove the insulation film before use.

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Audio device*1 (e.g., WALKMAN®, dig ital media player, smartphone)

Smartphone*

, iPod/iPhone*3, WALKMAN®, USB storage device

Smartphone*

(e.g.,

Android smartphone)

Computer*5 (e.g., with Windows, with Mac OS)

*2*

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Guide to Audio Device Connection

*1 Audio device with a stereo mini jack. When

connecting, a stereo mini plug (straight type) (not supplied) is required.

*2 When connecting a smartphone, an appropriate USB

cable (not supplied) is required.

*3 When connecting an iPod/iPhone, a USB connection

cable for iPod/iPhone (not supplied) is required.

*4 Use an appropriate USB cable (USB-A plug to USB

micro B plug) (not supplied).

*5 For Windows, installing the dedicated driver to your

computer is required. For Mac OS, no driver is required. To play High-Resolution Audio files, using the audio playback software “Hi-Res Audio Player” for Windows/Mac OS is recommended. For details, visit the support site on the back cover.

*6 When connecting an Android smartphone, a USB

OTG cable (not supplied) is required. Depending on the smartphone, downloading the dedicated app for playing High-Resolution Audio files is required.

Computer specifications

Compliant OS:

ˋ Windows 8 ˋ Windows 7 ˋ Windows Vista ˋ Mac OS X (v10.6.8 or later)

CPU: Intel Core 2 Processor 1.6 GHz or faster Memory: 1 GB or larger USB port: USB 2.0 High Speed

A compliant OS is required to be pre-installed to the computer, and the following are not guaranteed: ˋ a computer operating outside its normal operating

environment.

ˋ a home built computer, a computer with an

operating systems not upgraded by the computer’s manufacturer, or a computer with multiple operating systems.

ˋ modes such as standby, sleep, or hibernation.

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Playable High-Resolution Audio file formats

Playable file formats, frequencies and bit rates or bit depths differ depending on whether the USB type-A port or the USB micro-B port is used.

USB-DAC, USB micro-B port USB1 (front), USB type-A port USB2 (rear), USB type-A port

DSD (DSF)

DSD (DFF)

LPCM Max. 192 kHz/24 bit – –

WAV (L PCM) –

AIFF (LPCM) –

FLAC –

ALAC –

ASIO Native: 2.8 MHz/1 bit, 5.6 MHz/1 bit DoP: 2.8 MHz/1 bit

2.8MHz (LPCM convert) 2.8MHz (LPCM convert)

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Before connecting the device, turn down the volume of this unit; otherwise, loud sound may

Getting Started

result.

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.

Notes

ˎ Pressing the reset button will erase the clock setting

and some stored contents.

ˎ No sound will be output for about 1 minute until the

reset of the unit is complete.

Setting the Clock

Use the remote commander to perform the following.

1 Press and hold MENU, press a or { to

select [General], then press ENTER.

2 Press a or { to select [Clock Adjust],

then press ENTER.

The hour indication flashes.

3 Press a or { to set the hour and minute.

To move the digital indication, press R or C.

4 After setting the minute, press and hold

MENU.

The setup is complete and the clock starts.

To display the clock

Press DSPL.

Connecting with a Smartphone by One touch (NFC)

By touching the N-Mark 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 Press and hold ā on the unit for more

than 2 seconds.

Alternatively, press and hold MENU on the remote commander, select [BT setting] q [BT Signal], then press ENTER.

The BLUETOOTH indicator on the unit flashes (while the unit is in pairing standby mode).

2 Activate the NFC function on the

smartphone.

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

3 Touch the N-Mark part of the unit with

the N-Mark part of the smartphone.

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. There are two ways for connecting the BLUETOOTH device:

ˋ One-touch connection for the NFC compatible

BLUETOOTH device.

ˋ Manual connection.

Make sure the BLUETOOTH indicator on the unit lights up.

To disconnect by One touch

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

Notes

ˎ When making the connection, handle the

smartphone carefully to prevent scratches.

ˎ 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 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 and hold ā on the unit for more

than 2 seconds.

Alternatively, press and hold MENU on the remote commander, select [BT setting] q [BT Signal], then press ENTER.

The BLUETOOTH indicator on the unit flashes (while the unit is in pairing standby mode).

3 Perform pairing on the BLUETOOTH

device so it detects this unit.

4 Select [RSX-GS9] 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.

Input passkey

[0000]

When paired, the BLUETOOTH indicator on the unit stays lit.

6 Select this unit on the BLUETOOTH device

to establish the BLUETOOTH connection.

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 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 and hold ā on the unit for more

than 2 seconds.

Alternatively, press and hold MENU on the remote commander, select [BT setting] q [BT Signal], then press ENTER.

Make sure the BLUETOOTH indicator on the unit lights up.

2 Activate the BLUETOOTH function on the

BLUETOOTH device.

3 Operate the BLUETOOTH device to

connect to this unit.

To connect the last-connected device from this unit

Activate the BLUETOOTH function on the BLUETOOTH device. Press SOURCE (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.

To install the microphone

For details, see “Installing the microphone” (page 36).

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Connecting a USB Device

1 Turn down the volume on the unit. 2 Connect the USB device to the USB type-

A port.

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

Connecting a High-Resolution USB Audio Supported Device

1 Turn down the volume on the unit. 2 Connect a High-Resolution USB Audio

supported computer or smartphone to the USB micro-B port.

For details, see “Guide to Audio Device Connection” (page 7).

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 [AUX1].

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 and hold MENU, then select [Sound] q [AUX Level] (pag e 18).

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Listening to the Radio

To listen to the radio, press SOURCE (SRC) to select [Tuner].

Use the remote commander to perform the following.

Storing automatically (BTM)

1 Press MODE to change the band (FM1,

FM2, FM3, AM1 or AM2).

Alternatively, press ā on the unit to change the band.

2 Press and hold MENU, press a or { to

select [General], then press ENTER.

3 Press a or { to select [BTM], then press

ENTER.

The unit stores stations in order of frequency on the number buttons.

Tuning

1 Press MODE to change the band (FM1,

FM2, FM3, AM1 or AM2).

Alternatively, press ā on the unit to change the band.

2 Perform tuning.

To tune manually

Press and hold R or C to locate the approximate frequency, then press R or C repeatedly to fine adjust to the desired frequency.

To tune automatically

Press R or C (Alternatively, press and hold Ã or Ñ on the unit for more than 1 second.)

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).

Alternatively, press Ã or Ñ on the unit.

Playback

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

MSC (Mass Storage Class)-type USB devices (such as a USB flash drive, digital media player, Android phone) compliant with the USB standard can be used. Depending on the digital media player or Android phone, setting the USB connection mode to MSC is required.

Notes

ˎ For details on the compatibility of your USB device,

visit the support site on the back cover.

ˎ During USB playback via the USB type-A port, a DSD

file on the connected device is converted into PCM format.

ˎ Playback of the following files is not supported.

MP3/WMA/AAC/FLAC:

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

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

1 Connect a USB device to the USB type-A

port (page 11).

Playback starts. (Depending on the file organization, playback may take time to start.) If a device is already connected, to start playback, press SOURCE (SRC) to select [USB1] or [USB2] ([iPod1] or [iPod2] appears in the display when the iPod is recognized).

2 Adjust the volume on this unit.

To pause playback

Press ā.

To remove the device

Stop playback, then remove the device.

To display the sampling frequency and bit rate

Press DSPL during playback. While DSD playback is performed via USB1 or USB2, the sampling frequency and bit rate before converting into the PCM format are displayed.

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