Sony XAV-1500, XAV-1550D User Manual

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Help Guide

In-Car Receiver

XAV-1500/XAV-1550D

Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions.

Getting Started

Guide to Parts and Controls

Main Unit and Remote Commander

Screen Displays

Performing Initial Settings

Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device

Preparing a Bluetooth® Device

Pairing and Connecting with a BLUETOOTH Device

Connecting with a Paired BLUETOOTH Device

Connecting a USB Device

Connecting Other Portable Audio Device

Connecting Rear View Camera

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Radio

Listening to the Radio

Tuning

Using Radio Option Functions

Listening to the DAB/DAB+ Radio (XAV-1550D(EUR))

Listening to the DAB/DAB+ Radio

Searching for Station by Station Group

Searching for Station by Station Name

Using DAB Option Functions

Playback

Playing a USB Device

Playing a BLUETOOTH Device

Searching and Playing Tracks

Repeat Play and Shuffle Play

Searching for a File from the List Screen

Other Settings During Playback

Handsfree Calling

Preparing a Mobile Phone

Receiving a Call

Making a Call

Available Operations During a Call

Useful Functions

WebLink™

Using Gesture Command

Settings

Basic Setting Operation

General Settings (General)

Sound Settings (Sound)

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Visual Settings (Visual)

BLUETOOTH Settings (Bluetooth)

Additional Information

Canceling the Demonstration Mode

Updating the Firmware

Precautions

Supported Formats for USB Playback

About iPhone

Notice on License

Maintenance

Specifications

Copyrights

Troubleshooting

General

There is no beep sound.

The fuse has blown. / The unit makes noise when the position of the ignition is switched.

The display disappears from/does not appear on the monitor.

Menu items cannot be selected.

The USB functions do not work properly.

The unit cannot be operated.

The clock set automatically is not accurate.

Touch Screen

The touch screen does not react to your touch correctly.

Multi-touch is not recognized.

Radio

The radio reception is poor. / Static noise occurs.

The stations cannot be received. (XAV-1500(E)/XAV-1500(LA)/XAV-1500(IN))

RDS

PTY displays [PTY not found.].

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Seek starts after a few seconds of listening. (XAV-1500(EUR)/XAV-1550D(EUR))

There are no traffic announcements. (XAV-1500(EUR)/XAV-1550D(EUR))

DAB/DAB+ radio (XAV-1550D(EUR))

The stations cannot be received.

No traffic announcements.

Picture

There is no picture/picture noise occurs.

The picture does not fit in the screen.

Sound

There is no sound/sound skips/sound cracks.

Sound is noisy.

USB playback

Items cannot be played.

The USB device takes longer to play.

Audio files cannot be played.

The smartphone connected to the USB port cannot be played.

BLUETOOTH

The other BLUETOOTH device cannot detect this unit.

Connection is not possible.

The name of the detected device does not appear.

There is no ringtone.

The talker’s voice volume is low.

The other party says that the volume is too low or high.

Echo or noise occurs during call conversations.

The phone sound quality is poor.

The volume of the connected BLUETOOTH device is low or high.

The sound skips during audio streaming or the BLUETOOTH connection fails.

The connected BLUETOOTH device cannot be controlled during audio streaming.

Some functions do not work.

A call is answered unintentionally.

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Pairing failed due to time out.

Cannot pair.

The BLUETOOTH function cannot be operated.

No sound is output from the car speakers during a handsfree call.

WebLink™

WebLink™ cannot be used.

There is no sound. / The sound is low.

Messages

General

BLUETOOTH

WebLink™

DAB radio (XAV-1550D(EUR))

Customer Support Websites

About the “Support by Sony” App

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Main Unit and Remote Commander

Main unit

RM-X170 remote commander (XAV-1500(E)/XAV-1500(LA)/XAV-1500(IN))

The remote commander can be used to operate the audio controls. For menu operations, use the touch screen.

Note

The white buttons in the illustration above are not supported.

Remove the insulation film before use.

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Screen Displays

Display/touch screen1. HOME Displays the HOME screen.

ATT (attenuate) Press and hold for 1 second to attenuates the sound. To cancel, press and hold again, or rotate the volume control dial.

Receptor for the remote commander3. Volume control dial Rotates to adjust the volume when the sound is output. OPTION Displays the OPTION screen.

USB port5. AUX input jack6. OFF Turns the source off.

MONITOR OFF Turns off the monitor. To turn back on, press again.

EQ (equalizer) Selects an equalizer curve.

Number buttons (0 to 9)10. CLEAR11. ATT (attenuate) Attenuates the sound. To cancel, press again.

12.

(play/pause)13.

/ (previous/next)

/ (fast-reverse/fast-forward) Functions differently depending on the selected source. Radio: select a preset station. DAB+: select a preset station. (XAV-1550D(EUR)) USB: move to the previous/next file. BT Audio: move to the previous/next file. Press and hold to: Radio: tune into a station automatically (SEEK+/SEEK–). USB: fast-reverse/fast-forward. BT Audio: fast-reverse/fast-forward.

14.

/ / / (left/up/down/right) Functions differently depending on the selected source. Radio: select a preset station or tune into a station automatically. USB: select a folder or move to the previous/next file. ENTER Enters the selected item.

15.

SRC (source) Changes the source. Each time you press this button, a selectable source is displayed in a popup on the current display.

16.

MODE Selects the radio band.

17.

VOL (volume) +/–18.

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Screen Displays

Playback screen:

HOME screen:

OPTION screen:

1. Status indication

Icon in the

display

Detail

(attenuate)

Lights up when the sound is attenuated.

(Alternative Frequencies)

Lights up when AF (Alternative Frequencies) is available. (XAV-1500(EUR)/XAV-1550D(EUR))

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2. (source option) Opens the source option menu. The available items differ depending on the source.

3. Application specific area

Displays playback controls/indications or shows the unit’s status. Displayed items differ depending on the source.

4. Clock

Displays the time which are set on the Date/Time setting.

(return to the playback screen)

Switches from the HOME screen to the playback screen.

6. Sources and Settings select keys

Changes the source or make various settings. Flick to select the setting icon and other icons. Touch the source icon you want to select.

Icon in the

display

Detail

(Traffic Announcement)

Lights up when the current traffic information (TA: Traffic Announcement) is available. (XAV1500(EUR)/XAV-1550D(EUR))

(DAB announcement)

Lights up when a DAB announcement is available. (XAV-1550D(EUR))

(DAB)

Indicates the signal strength status of the DAB radio. (XAV-1550D(EUR))

(BLUETOOTH)

Lights up when the BLUETOOTH signal is on. Flashes when the connection is in progress.

(audio)

Lights up when the audio device is playable by enabling the A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile).

(mobile phone)

Lights up when handsfree calling is available by enabling the HFP (Handsfree Profile).

(antenna)

Indicates the signal strength status of the connected mobile phone.

(battery)

Indicates the remaining battery status of the connected mobile phone.

Icon in the display Name

Radio

DAB+ (XAV-1550D(EUR))

BT Audio

Phone

USB

WebLink

AUX

Rear Camera

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7. Sound select keys

Changes the sound.

(standby)

Turns the unit in standby mode (USB charging is still available). To resume, press any buttons.

(monitor off)

Turns off the monitor. When the monitor is turned off, touch any part of the display to turn it back on.

10.

( EXTRA BASS )

Changes the EXTRA BASS setting.

11.

( EQ10/Subwoofer )

Changes the EQ10/Subwoofer setting.

Related Topic

General Settings (General)

Sound Settings (Sound)

Icon in the display Name

Settings

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Performing Initial Settings

You need to perform initial settings before operating the unit for the first time, after replacing the car battery, or changing connections. If the initial settings screen does not appear when you turn on the unit, perform the factory reset to initialize the unit.

This setting can be further configured in the setting menu.

Related Topic

General Settings (General)

Sound Settings (Sound)

Visual Settings (Visual)

BLUETOOTH Settings (Bluetooth)

Touch [Language], then set the display language.

Touch [Demo] repeatedly to select [OFF] to disable the demonstration mode.

Touch [Set Date/Time], then set the date and time.

After setting the date and time, touch [OK].

XAV-1500(E)/XAV-1500(LA)/XAV-1500(IN): proceed to step 5. XAV-1500(EUR)/XAV-1550D(EUR): skip to step 6.

Touch [Tuning Steps], then set the FM/AM tuning step. (XAV-1500(E)/XAV-1500(LA)/XAV-1500(IN))

To return to the previous display, touch

(back), then touch [OK].

The startup caution appears.

Read through the startup caution, then if you accept all conditions, touch [Close].

The setting is complete.

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Preparing a Bluetooth® Device

You can enjoy music or perform handsfree calling depending on the BLUETOOTH compatible device such as smartphones, mobile phones, and audio devices (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, a loud sound may result.

Related Topic

Pairing and Connecting with a BLUETOOTH Device

Connecting with a Paired BLUETOOTH Device

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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.

Note

The unit can only be connected with one BLUETOOTH device at a time.

To disconnect the BLUETOOTH connection, turn the connection off from either the unit or the BLUETOOTH device.

Place the BLUETOOTH device within 1 m (3 ft) of this unit.

Press HOME, then touch [Settings].

Touch [Bluetooth].

Touch [Bluetooth Connection], then touch [ON].

The BLUETOOTH signal is turned on and

(BLUETOOTH) lights up on the status bar of the unit.

Touch [Pairing].

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

Perform pairing on the BLUETOOTH device so it detects this unit.

Select your model name shown in the display of the BLUETOOTH device.

Repeat from step 5 if your model name does not appear. If the connection confirmation display appears, operate the BLUETOOTH device to approve the connection, then touch [OK] on the unit and/or the BLUETOOTH device.

If passkey* input is required on the BLUETOOTH device, input [0000].

When pairing is made,

(BLUETOOTH) stays lit.

Passkey may be called “passcode”, “PIN code”, “PIN number”, “password”, etc., depending on the BLUETOOTH device.

Select this unit on the BLUETOOTH device to establish the BLUETOOTH connection.

(mobile phone) or (audio) lights up when the connection is made.

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Connecting with a Paired BLUETOOTH Device

To use a paired device, connection with this unit is required. Some paired devices will connect automatically.

To connect the last-connected device from this unit

When the ignition is turned to on with the BLUETOOTH signal activated, this unit searches for the last-connected BLUETOOTH device, and connection is made automatically.

Note

While streaming BLUETOOTH audio, you cannot connect from this unit to the mobile phone. Connect from the mobile phone to this unit instead.

To capture your voice during handsfree calling

You need to install the microphone (supplied).

Press HOME, then touch [Settings].

Touch [Bluetooth].

Touch [Bluetooth Connection], then touch [ON].

Make sure that

(BLUETOOTH) lights up on the status bar of the unit.

Activate the BLUETOOTH function on the BLUETOOTH device.

Operate the BLUETOOTH device to connect to this unit.

(mobile phone) or (audio) lights up on the status bar.

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Connecting a USB Device

Turn down the volume on the unit.

Connect the USB device to the unit.

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Connecting Other Portable Audio Device

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. During playback, touch

(option), then touch [Input Level]. Adjust the volume level between [-10] and [+15].

Turn off the portable audio device.

Turn down the volume on the unit.

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.

Press HOME, then touch [AUX].

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Connecting Rear View Camera

By connecting the optional rear view camera to the CAMERA IN terminal, you can display the picture from the rear view camera.

To display the picture from the rear view camera

Press HOME, then touch [Rear Camera].

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Listening to the Radio

Press HOME, then touch [Radio].

Reception controls/indications

A. Current band

Change the band (FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1 or AM2).

B. Current frequency, program service name*, RDS (Radio Data System) indication*

(radio option)

Open the radio option menu.

D. SEEK－/SEEK+

Tune in automatically.

/ (left/right)

Tune in manually. Touch and hold to continuously skip frequencies.

F. Preset numbers

Select a preset station. Swipe right/left to show the other preset stations. Touch and hold to store the current frequency in that preset.

Only available during RDS reception.

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Tuning

To store manually

While receiving the station that you want to store, touch and hold the desired preset number.

To receive stored stations

Select the band, then touch the desired preset number.

Related Topic

Listening to the Radio

Select the desired band (FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1 or AM2).

Perform tuning.

To tune automatically

Touch SEEK–/SEEK+. Scanning stops when the unit receives a station.

To tune manually

Touch and hold

/ (left/right) to locate the approximate frequency, then touch / (left/right) repeatedly to finely

adjust to the desired frequency.

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Using Radio Option Functions

The following functions are available by touching

(option) on the top-right of the screen.

[BTM (Best Tuning Memory)]

Stores stations in order of frequency on the preset numbers. 18 stations for FM and 12 stations for AM can be stored as preset stations.

[AF] (XAV-1500(EUR)/XAV-1550D(EUR))

Selects [ON] to continuously retune the station to the strongest signal in a network. (Only available during FM reception.)

[TA] (XAV-1500(EUR)/XAV-1550D(EUR))

Selects [ON] to receive current traffic information or traffic programs (TP) if available. (Only available during FM reception.)

[Regional] (XAV-1500(EUR)/XAV-1550D(EUR))

Selects [ON] to stay with the station you are receiving while the AF function is set to on. If you leave this regional program’s reception area, select [OFF]. This function does not work in the UK and some other areas. (Only available during FM reception.)

[PTY]

Selects a program type from the PTY list to search for a station broadcasting the selected program type. (Only available during FM reception.)

To receive emergency announcements (XAV-1500(EUR)/XAV-1550D(EUR))

With the AF or TA function on, emergency announcements will automatically interrupt the currently selected source.

Related Topic

Listening to the Radio

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Listening to the DAB/DAB+ Radio

Press HOME, then touch [DAB+].

Hint

Set [Antenna Power] to [ON] (default) or [OFF] depending on the type of DAB antenna (aerial) (not supplied).

When [DAB+] is selected for the first time after performing the factory reset, the auto tune starts automatically. Allow the auto tune to finish. (If interrupted, the auto tune will start again the next time you select [DAB+].) If no DAB station is stored by the auto tune, tune by touching [Auto Tune] of

(list).

Reception controls/indications

A. (list)

Open the station list.

B. Current band

Change the band (DAB1, DAB2 or DAB3).

C. Station group name, station name

(DAB Options)

E. SEEK–/SEEK+

Search for stations.

/ (left/right)

Search for station groups. (Available only when [Seek By] is set to [Station Gp].)

G. Preset numbers

Select a preset station. Swipe right/left to show the other preset stations. Touch and hold to store the current station in that preset.

Related Topic

Using DAB Option Functions

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Searching for Station by Station Group

Before operation, set [Seek By] to [Station Gp] for searching by station groups.

To search for a station group

Touch and hold

/ (left/right) to search for a station group and release when the desired station group is displayed.

To store a station manually

While receiving the station that you want to store, touch and hold the desired preset number.

To receive stored stations

Touch the desired preset number.

Related Topic

Using DAB Option Functions

Touch SEEK+/– to search for a station.

Scanning stops when the unit receives a station. Search until the desired station is received.

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Searching for Station by Station Name

Before operation, set [Seek By] to [A-Z] for searching by station name.

To search from playback screen

Touch SEEK+/– to switch to the previous/next station.

To update the station list

Touch

(list), then touch [Auto Tune].

Related Topic

Using DAB Option Functions

Touch

(list).

The station list appears.

Touch the desired station.

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Using DAB Option Functions

The following functions are available by touching

(option) on the DAB/DAB+ radio screen.

[Seek By]

Sets the station search mode: [A-Z] (Search by station name), [Station Gp] (Search by station group).

[Announce]

Enables DAB announcements with interrupting the currently selected source: [ON], [OFF]. During a DAB announcement, the volume is adjusted to the level set for TA in RDS.

[Soft Link]

Searches for and tunes to the same or similar program automatically when the signal of the current program is too weak to receive: [ON], [OFF]. “Hard Link” follows the same program, and “Soft Link” follows a similar program.

[Information]

Displays the currently selected station group name, station name, PTY type of the station, etc.

[Antenna Power]

Supplies power to the DAB antenna (aerial) input terminal: [ON], [OFF].

Related Topic

Using Radio Option Functions

Soft Link DAB/FM

OFF Hard Link only

ON Hard Link/Soft Link

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Playing a USB Device

MSC (Mass Storage Class) type USB devices* compliant with the USB standard can be used.

Note

For details on the compatibility of your USB device, visit the support site.

Check the supported file formats for USB playback.

To remove the USB device

Turn the unit off or turn the ignition switch to the ACC off position, then remove the USB device.

Related Topic

Supported Formats for USB Playback

Customer Support Websites

e.g., a USB flash drive, digital media player

Turn down the volume on the unit.

Connect the USB device to the USB port.

Press HOME, then touch [USB].

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Playing a BLUETOOTH Device

You can play contents on a connected device that supports BLUETOOTH A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile).

Note

Depending on the audio device, information such as title, track number/time, and playback status may not be displayed on this unit.

Even if the source is changed on this unit, playback of the audio device does not stop.

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

You can reduce the volume level differences between this unit and the BLUETOOTH device: During playback, touch

(option), then set [Input Level] between -6 and +6.

Related Topic

Connecting with a Paired BLUETOOTH Device

Make a BLUETOOTH connection with the audio device.

Press HOME, then touch [BT Audio].

Operate the audio device to start playback.

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Repeat Play and Shuffle Play

Available play modes differ depending on the selected sound source and connected device.

During playback, touch

(repeat) or (shuffle) repeatedly until the desired play mode appears.

Playback in the selected play mode may take time to start.

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Searching for a File from the List Screen

During USB playback, touch

(list).

The list screen of the currently played item appears. When connecting the USB device to the USB port, touch

(audio) or (video) to list up by file type.

Touch the desired item.

Playback starts.

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Other Settings During Playback

When connecting the USB device to the USB port and playing back a video, further settings are available by touching

(option).

Picture EQ

Adjusts the picture quality according to your taste: [Dynamic], [Standard], [Theater], [Custom]. (Available only when the parking brake is applied.)

Aspect

Selects an aspect ratio for the screen of the unit. (Available only when the parking brake is applied.)

Item Detail

Normal Displays a 4:3 picture in its original size, with side bars to fill the 16:9 screen.

Zoom Displays a 16:9 picture that has been converted into 4:3 letter box format.

Full Displays a 16:9 picture in its original size.

Captions Enlarges the picture horizontally, while fitting captions in the screen.

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Preparing a Mobile Phone

To use a mobile phone, connect it with this unit.

Related Topic

Preparing a Bluetooth® Device

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Receiving a Call

Note

The ringtone and talker's voice are output from the front speakers. To select the speakers for handsfree calling, press HOME, then touch [Settings] and select [Phone Call Sound] in [Sound].

To reject/end a call

Touch

(end a call).

Related Topic

Preparing a Mobile Phone

Touch

(call) when a call is received.

The phone call starts.

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Making a Call

To add phone numbers to Favorites

You can store up to 6 contacts in the Favorites.

Related Topic

Preparing a Mobile Phone

Press HOME, then touch [Phone].

Touch one of the call icons on the BLUETOOTH phone display.

A. (call history)*

Select a contact from the call history list. The unit stores the last 20 calls.

(redial)

Make a call automatically to the last contact you made.

(contacts)* Select a contact from the name list/number list. To search for the desired contact in alphabetical order from the name list, touch

(alphabetical search).

(dialpad) Enter the phone number. E. Favorites (favorites) Select the stored contact. To store the contact, see “To add phone numbers to Favorites” below.

The mobile phone needs to support PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile).

Touch

(call).

The phone call starts.

On the phone screen, touch

(contacts) and select a phone number you want to store in the Favorites.

The confirmation display appears.

Touch [Add to Favorites].2. Touch the desired preset in the Favorites to store the phone number. The contact is stored in the Favorites.

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Available Operations During a Call

To adjust the ringtone volume

Rotate the volume control dial while receiving a call.

To adjust the talker’s voice volume

Rotate the volume control dial during a call.

To adjust the volume for the other party (Mic gain adjustment)

During a handsfree call, touch

(option), then set [MIC Gain] to [High], [Middle], or [Low].

To reduce echo and noise (Echo/noise canceler mode)

During a call, touch

(option), then set [Speech Quality] to [Mode 1] or [Mode 2].

To switch between handsfree mode and handheld mode

During a call, touch

(speaker/phone) to switch the phone call audio between the unit and mobile phone.

Note

Depending on the mobile phone, this operation may not be available.

To answer an incoming call automatically

Touch

(option), then set [Auto Answer] to [ON].

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WebLink™

The “WebLink Host” app allows you to enjoy the “WebLink Apps” such as a video or music player on the connected iPhone/Android™ phone.

Notes on using WebLink™

Check the WebLink™ website for supported OS versions. Update to the latest OS version before use. For details on compatible models, refer to the compatibility list on the following site:

http://abaltatech.com/WL

Download the “WebLink Host” app available on Google Play for your Android phone, and available on the App Store for your iPhone. A network connection may be required when configuring settings, such as during the initial connection setup. Make sure that a network connection is available on your iPhone/Android phone. When using the Cast function, settings on your iPhone/Android phone may be required. For details about the “WebLink Apps”, visit the website for the “WebLink Apps”. The WebLink™ function and/or a certain “WebLink Apps” may not be available in your country or region. When using the Cast function and connecting the iPhone, the display direction is the same as the display of the iPhone.

Connect your iPhone/Android phone with main unit via BLUETOOTH.

Connect your iPhone/Android phone to the USB port.

To connect an iPhone, use a USB connection cable for iPhone (not supplied). To connect an Android phone, use an appropriate connection cable (not supplied).

Press HOME, then touch the WebLink™ icon.

The WebLink™ display appears on the display of the unit. Touch and control the applications.

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Using Gesture Command

You can perform frequently-used operations by swiping your finger on the reception/playback display.

Note

The gesture commands explained below are not available on the screen of WebLink™.

Swipe left to right

Radio reception:

seek forward stations. (The same as pressing and holding

(next).)

Video/audio playback:

skip forward a file/track. (The same as

(next).)

Swipe right to left

Radio reception:

seek backward stations. (The same as pressing and holding

(previous).)

Video/audio playback:

skip backward a file/track. (The same as

(previous).)

Swipe upwards

Radio reception:

receive stored stations (go forward).

Swipe downwards

Radio reception:

receive stored stations (go backward).

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Basic Setting Operation

You can set items in the following setup categories: General Settings (General), Sound Settings (Sound), Visual Settings (Visual), BLUETOOTH Settings (Bluetooth).

To return to the previous display

Touch

(back).

To switch to the playback screen

Touch

(return to the playback screen).

Related Topic

General Settings (General)

Sound Settings (Sound)

Visual Settings (Visual)

BLUETOOTH Settings (Bluetooth)

Canceling the Demonstration Mode

Press HOME, then touch [Settings].

Touch one of the setup category.

The items that can be set differ depending on the source and settings.

Move the scrollbar up and down to select the desired item.

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General Settings (General)

Language

Selects the display language: [English], [Español], [Français], [Deutsch], [Italiano], [Português], [Русский], [ไทย], [ ], [简体中⽂], [繁體中⽂], [한국어], [Indonesia].

Demo

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

Date/Time

Beep

Activates the operation sound: [OFF], [ON].

Rear View Camera

Selects the image from the rear view camera: [OFF], [Normal], [Reverse] (mirror image). [Guide Line Adjust] adjusts the guide on the picture from the rear view camera. Touch the near side

or far side (red portions) of the guide to adjust.

Touch / / / (left/up/right/down) to adjust the guide position, and touch (inward) or (outward) to adjust the guide width.

Steering Control

Selects the input mode for the connected remote control. To prevent a malfunction, be sure to match the input mode with the connected remote control before use.

Item Detail

Set Date/Time

Sets the date and clock time: [Auto(RDS)], [Manual]. (XAV-1550D(EUR)): [Auto(DAB)], [Manual].

Date Format Selects the format: [DD-MM-YYYY], [MM-DD-YYYY], [YYYY-MM-DD].

Time Format Selects the format: [12-hour], [24-hour].

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Note

While making settings, the connected remote control cannot be used even though some functions have already been registered. Use the buttons on the unit.

If an error occurs while registering, all the registered information is cleared. Restart registration from the beginning.

This function may not be available on some vehicles. For details on the compatibility of your vehicle, visit the support site.

Tuning Steps (XAV-1500(E)/XAV-1500(LA)/XAV-1500(IN))

Sets the FM/AM tuning step of your country: [50kHz/9kHz], [100kHz/10kHz], [200kHz/10kHz].

Factory Reset

Initializes all the settings to the factory settings.

Firmware Version

Updates and confirms the firmware version.

Open Source Licenses

Displays the software licenses.

Related Topic

Basic Setting Operation

Customer Support Websites

Item Detail

Custom

Input mode for the steering wheel remote control (follow the procedures of

(register/setup) to

Preset Input mode for the wired remote control excluding the steering wheel remote control.

(register/setup)

The steering button screen appears.

Press and hold the button you want to assign to the steering wheel. The button on the screen

lights up (standby).

Press and hold the button on the steering wheel you want to assign the function to. The button

on the screen will change the color (highlighted or encircled by an orange line).

To register other functions, repeat steps and .

(Available only when [Steering Control] is set to [Custom].)

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Sound Settings (Sound)

EXTRA BASS

Reinforces bass sound in synchronization with the volume level: [OFF], [1], [2].

EQ10/Subwoofer

Selects an equalizer curve and adjusts the subwoofer level. (Available when any source is selected.)

Balance/Fader

Adjusts the balance/fader level.

Crossover

Adjusts the cut-off frequency and subwoofer phase.

DSO (Dynamic Stage Organizer)

Item Detail

EQ10

Selects the equalizer curve: XAV-1500(EUR)/XAV-1550D(EUR) [OFF], [R&B], [Rock], [Pop], [Hip-Hop], [Dance], [EDM], [Jazz], [Soul], [Country], [Custom] XAV-1500(E)/XAV-1500(LA) [OFF], [R&B], [Rock], [Pop], [Hip-Hop], [Dance], [EDM], [Jazz], [Regueton], [Salsa], [Custom] XAV-1500(IN) [Bollywood], [R&B], [Rock], [Pop], [Hip-Hop], [Dance],[EDM], [Jazz], [Regueton], [Custom], [OFF] [Custom] adjusts the equalizer curve: -6 to +6.

Subwoofer Adjusts the volume level of the subwoofer: [OFF], -10 to +10.

Item Detail

Balance Adjusts the sound balance between the left and right speakers: [L15] to [R15].

Fader Adjusts the sound balance between the front and rear speakers: [Front 15] to [Rear 15].

Item Detail

High Pass Filter

Selects the cut-off frequency of the front/rear speakers: [OFF], [50Hz], [60Hz], [80Hz], [100Hz], [120Hz].

Low Pass Filter Selects the cut-off frequency of the subwoofer: [OFF], [50Hz], [60Hz], [80Hz], [100Hz], [120Hz].

Subwoofer Phase

Selects the subwoofer phase: [Normal], [Reverse].

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Enhances audio output: [OFF], [Low], [Middle], [High].

Phone Call Sound

Selects the speakers for handsfree calling: [Front], [Rear], [All].

Related Topic

Basic Setting Operation

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Visual Settings (Visual)

Wallpaper

Changes the wallpaper by touching the desired color or sets your favorite photo data in a MSC (Mass Storage Class) type USB device as a wallpaper. (Available only when photo data are JPEG files of 6 MB or less.) To set a photo data When connecting the USB device to the USB port, [You can import a photo from a USB device] appears on the screen. Touch [Import], and select your favorite photo.

Dimmer for Monitor & Illum.

Dims the display and the button illumination: [OFF], [Auto], [ON]. ([Auto] is available only when the illumination control lead is connected and works when the head light is turned on.)

(register/setup) adjusts the brightness level when the dimmer is activated: -5 to +5.

Illum. Level on Monitor OFF

Dims the button illumination when the monitor is turned off: [OFF], [1], [2], [3], [4].

Touch Screen Adjust

Adjusts the touch screen calibration if the touching position does not correspond with the proper item.

Related Topic

Basic Setting Operation

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BLUETOOTH Settings (Bluetooth)

Bluetooth Connection

Activates the BLUETOOTH signal: [OFF], [ON], [Pairing] (enters into pairing standby mode).

Bluetooth Device Info

Displays the information of the BLUETOOTH device connected to the unit. (Available only when [Bluetooth Connection] is set to [ON] and a BLUETOOTH device is connected to the unit.)

Bluetooth Reset

Initializes all BLUETOOTH-related settings such as pairing information, call history, history of connected BLUETOOTH devices, etc.

Related Topic

Basic Setting Operation

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Canceling the Demonstration Mode

Related Topic

General Settings (General)

Press HOME, then touch [Settings].

Touch [General], then touch [Demo] to set to [OFF].

To exit the setup menu, touch

(back) twice.

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Updating the Firmware

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

Note

During the update, do not remove the USB device.

Related Topic

Customer Support Websites

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Precautions

Power antenna (aerial) extends automatically. When you transfer ownership or dispose of your car with the unit installed, initialize all the settings to the factory settings by performing the factory reset. Do not splash liquid onto the unit.

Notes on safety

Comply with your local traffic rules, laws, and regulations. While driving

Do not watch or operate the unit, as it may lead to distraction and cause an accident. Park your car in a safe place to watch or operate the unit. Do not use the setup feature or any other function which could divert your attention from the road. When backing up your car, be sure to look back and watch the surroundings carefully for your safety even if the rear view camera is connected. Do not depend on the rear view camera exclusively.

While operating

Do not insert your hands, fingers, or foreign objects into the unit as it may cause injury or damage to the unit. Keep small articles out of the reach of children. Be sure to fasten seatbelts to avoid injury in the event of sudden movement of the car.

Preventing an accident

Pictures appear only after you park the car and set the parking brake. If the car starts moving during video playback, the following caution is displayed and you cannot watch the video.

[Video blocked for your safety.]

Do not operate the unit or watch the monitor while driving.

Notes on LCD panel

Do not get the LCD panel wet or expose it to liquids. This may cause a malfunction.

Do not press down hard on the LCD panel as doing so can distort the picture or cause a malfunction (i.e., the picture may become unclear or the LCD panel may be damaged). Do not touch the panel with objects other than with your finger as it may damage or break the LCD panel. Clean the LCD panel with a dry soft cloth. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or antistatic spray. Do not use the unit outside the temperature range 0 ºC to 40 ºC (32 ºF to 104 ºF). If your car was parked in a cold or hot place, the picture may not be clear. However, the monitor is not damaged and the picture will become clear after the temperature in your car becomes normal.

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Some stationary blue, red, or green dots may appear on the monitor. These are called “bright spots” and can happen with any LCD. The LCD panel is precision-manufactured with more than 99.99% of its segments functional. However, it is possible that a small percentage (typically 0.01%) of the segments may not light up properly. This will not, however, interfere with your viewing.

Notes on the touch screen

This unit uses a resistive touch screen. Touch the screen directly with your fingertip. Multi-touch operation is not supported on this unit. Do not touch the screen with sharp objects such as a needle, pen, or fingernail. Operation with a stylus is not supported on this unit. Do not let any objects contact the touch screen. If the screen is touched by an object other than your fingertip, the unit may not respond correctly. Since glass material is used for the screen, do not subject the unit to strong shock. If cracking or chipping occurs on the screen, do not touch the damaged part as it may cause injury. Keep other electrical devices away from the touch screen. They may cause the touch screen to malfunction.

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

Related Topic

General Settings (General)

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Supported Formats for USB Playback

WMA (.wma)*1 *

Bit rate: 48 kbps – 192 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR))*

Sampling frequency*4 : 44.1 kHz

MP3 (.mp3)*1 *

Bit rate: 48 kbps – 320 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR))*

Sampling frequency*4 : 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz

AAC (.m4a)*1 *

Bit rate: 40 kbps – 320 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR))*

Sampling frequency*4 : 8 kHz – 48 kHz Bit per sample (Quantization bit): 16 bits

FLAC (.flac)*1 *

Sampling frequency*4 : 8 kHz – 48 kHz Bit per sample (Quantization bit): 16 bits

WAV (.wav)*

Sampling frequency*4 : 8 kHz – 48 kHz Bit per sample (Quantization bit): 16 bits, 24 bits Xvid (.avi) Video codec: MPEG-4 Advanced Simple Profile Audio codec: MP3 (MPEG-1 Layer3) Bit rate: Max. 4 Mbps Frame rate: Max. 30 fps (30p/60i)

Resolution: Max. 1280 × 720*

MPEG-4 (.mp4) Video codec: MPEG-4 Advanced Simple Profile, AVC Baseline Profile Audio codec: AAC Bit rate: Max. 4 Mbps Frame rate: Max. 30 fps (30p/60i)

Resolution: Max. 1280 × 720*

WMV (.wmv, .avi)*

Video codec: WMV3, WVC1 Audio codec: MP3, WMA Bit rate: Max. 6 Mbps Frame rate: Max. 30 fps

Resolution: Max. 720 × 480*

MKV (.mkv) Video codec: MPEG-4 Advanced Simple Profile, AVC Baseline Profile Audio codec: MP3, AAC Bit rate: Max. 5 Mbps Frame rate: Max. 30 fps

Resolution: Max. 1280 × 720*

DRM (Digital Rights Management) files cannot be played back.

Non-standard bit rates or non-guaranteed bit rates are included depending on the sampling frequency.

Sampling frequency may not correspond to all encoders.

These numbers indicate the maximum resolution of playable video and do not indicate the player’s display resolution. The display resolution is 800 × 480.

Displaying the tag information is not supported.

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Note

Some files may not be played back even though their file formats are supported by the unit.

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About iPhone

Compatible iPhone models:

iPhone XS Max, iPhone XS, iPhone XR, iPhone X, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 7, iPhone SE, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6, iPhone 5s Use of the Made for Apple badge means that an accessory has been designed to connect specifically to the Apple product(s) identified in the badge, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with an Apple product may affect wireless performance.

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Notice on License

This product contains software that Sony uses under a licensing agreement with the owner of its copyright. We are obligated to announce the contents of the agreement to customers under requirement by the owner of copyright for the software. For details on software licenses, select [Settings]

[General] [Open Source Licenses].

Notice on GNU GPL/LGPL applied software

This product contains software that is subject to the following GNU General Public License (hereinafter referred to as “GPL”) or GNU Lesser General Public License (hereinafter referred to as “LGPL”). These establish that customers have the right to acquire, modify, and redistribute the source code of said software in accordance with the terms of the GPL or LGPL displayed on this unit. The source code for the above-listed software is available on the Web. To download, please access the following URL then select the model name “XAV-1500” or “XAV-1550D”. URL: http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/ Please note that Sony cannot answer or respond to any inquiries regarding the content of the source code.

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

Related Topic

General Settings (General)

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Maintenance

Replacing the lithium battery (CR2025) of the remote commander (XAV-1500(E)/XAV-1500(LA)/XAV1500(IN))

When the battery becomes weak, the range of the remote commander becomes shorter.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

A: Lithium battery (CR2025) + side up

Note

Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of children. Should the battery be swallowed, immediately consult a doctor.

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Specifications

Monitor section

Radio section

XAV-1500(E)/XAV-1500(LA)/XAV-1500(IN):

XAV-1500(EUR):

Display type Wide LCD color monitor

Dimensions 6.2 in/157 mm

System TFT active matrix

Number of pixels 1,152,000 pixels (800 × 3 (RGB) × 480)

Color system PAL/NTSC automatic select for CAMERA IN terminal

Tuning range

87.5 MHz – 108.0 MHz (at 50 kHz step)

87.5 MHz – 108.0 MHz (at 100 kHz step)

87.5 MHz – 107.9 MHz (at 200 kHz step)

FM tuning step 50 kHz/100 kHz/200 kHz switchable

Usable sensitivity 7 dBf

Signal-to-noise ratio 70 dB (mono)

Separation at 1 kHz 45 dB

Tuning range

531 kHz – 1,602 kHz (at 9 kHz step) 530 kHz – 1,710 kHz (at 10 kHz step)

AM tuning step 9 kHz/10 kHz switchable

Sensitivity 32 μV

Tuning range 87.5 MHz – 108.0 MHz

Usable sensitivity 7 dBf

Signal-to-noise ratio 70 dB (mono)

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XAV-1550D(EUR):

DAB/DAB+

USB player section

Wireless communication

Separation at 1 kHz 45 dB

Tuning range 531 kHz – 1,602 kHz

Sensitivity 32 µV

Tuning range 174.928 MHz – 239.200 MHz

Antenna (aerial) terminal External antenna (aerial) connector

Tuning range 87.5 MHz – 108.0 MHz

Usable sensitivity 7 dBf

Signal-to-noise ratio 70 dB (mono)

Separation at 1 kHz 45 dB

Tuning range 531 kHz – 1,602 kHz

Sensitivity 32 µV

Interface USB port: USB (Hi-speed)

Maximum current USB port: 1.5 A

Communication System BLUETOOTH Standard version 3.0

Output BLUETOOTH Standard Power Class 2 (Max. Conducted +1dBm)

Maximum communication range*

Line of sight approx. 10 m (33 ft)

Frequency band 2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz – 2.4835 GHz)

Modulation method FHSS

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Power amplifier section

General

Ask the dealer for detailed information.

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Compatible BLUETOOTH Profiles*

A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) 1.3 AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile) 1.3 HFP (Handsfree Profile) 1.6 PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile) 1.1

Corresponding codec SBC, AAC

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) performance, operating system, software application, etc.

BLUETOOTH standard profiles indicate the purpose of BLUETOOTH communication between devices.

Outputs Speaker outputs

Speaker impedance 4 Ω – 8 Ω

Maximum power output 55 W × 4 (at 4 Ω)

Power requirements 12 V DC car battery (negative ground (earth))

Rated current consumption 10 A

Dimensions (maximum) Approx. 178 mm × 100 mm × 133 mm (7 1/8 in × 4 in × 5 1/4 in) (w/h/d)

Mounting dimensions Approx. 182 mm × 111 mm × 120 mm (7 1/4 in × 4 3/8 in × 4 3/4 in) (w/h/d)

Mass Approx. 0.9 kg (1 lb 16 oz)

Package contents

Main unit (1) Parts for installation and connections (1 set) Remote commander (1): RM-X170 (XAV-1500(E)/XAV-1500(LA)/XAV-1500(IN))

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Copyrights

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

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

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

Apple and iPhone are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

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

WebLink is a registered trademark of Abalta Technologies, Inc. in the U.S. and a trademark in the other countries.

THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE MPEG-4 VISUAL PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER FOR DECODING VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE MPEG-4 VISUAL STANDARD (“MPEG-4 VIDEO”) THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NONCOMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED BY MPEG LA TO PROVIDE MPEG-4 VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION INCLUDING THAT RELATING TO PROMOTIONAL, INTERNAL AND COMMERCIAL USES AND LICENSING MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, LLC. SEE

HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM

THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NONCOMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO (i)ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD (“AVC VIDEO”) AND/OR (ii)DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NONCOMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE

HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM

THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE AND VC-1 PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO DECODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD (“AVC VIDEO”) AND/OR THE VC-1 STANDARD (“VC-1 VIDEO”) THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NONCOMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO AND/OR VC-1 VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE

HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM

All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

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Troubleshooting

Do the following before you request a repair service.

Read the relevant instruction and troubleshooting topics in this Help Guide. Issues may be resolved by updating the software. When you install the “Support by Sony” app on your smartphone, you can get software update information conveniently. Visit our customer support home page.

If none of the above works, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Related Topic

Customer Support Websites

About the “Support by Sony” App

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There is no beep sound.

An optional power amplifier is connected and you are not using the built-in amplifier.

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The fuse has blown. / The unit makes noise when the position of the ignition is switched.

The power supply leads are not matched correctly with the car’s accessory power connector.

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The display disappears from/does not appear on the monitor.

The monitor off function is activated.

Touch anywhere on the display to turn the display back on.

Related Topic

Main Unit and Remote Commander

Screen Displays

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Menu items cannot be selected.

Unavailable menu items are displayed in gray.

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The USB functions do not work properly.

Do not use a USB extension cable as it may cause deterioration of signal quality.

Use a shorter USB cable when connecting the USB device, or replace the USB cable with a new one.

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The unit cannot be operated.

Press and hold HOME for more than 10 seconds to restart the unit. For your safety, do not restart the unit while you are driving.

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The clock set automatically is not accurate.

The clock data on radio waves is not accurate.

Press HOME, select [Settings]

[General] [Date/Time] [Set Date/Time], then set to [Manual]. After

that, touch

(register/setup) and adjust the clock manually.

Related Topic

General Settings (General)

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The touch screen does not react to your touch correctly.

Touch one part of the touch screen at a time. If two or more parts are touched simultaneously, the touch screen will not react correctly. Calibrate the touch screen of the display. Touch the pressure sensitive screen firmly.

Related Topic

Visual Settings (Visual)

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Multi-touch is not recognized.

Multi-touch operation is not supported on this unit.

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The radio reception is poor. / Static noise occurs.

Connect the antenna (aerial) firmly.

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The stations cannot be received. (XAV-1500(E)/XAV-1500(LA)/XAV-1500(IN))

The tuning step setting has been erased.

Set the tuning step again.

Related Topic

General Settings (General)

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PTY displays [PTY not found.].

The current station is not an RDS station, or the radio reception is poor.

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Seek starts after a few seconds of listening. (XAV-1500(EUR)/XAV-1550D(EUR))

The station is non-TP or has a weak signal.

Deactivate TA.

Related Topic

Using Radio Option Functions

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There are no traffic announcements. (XAV-1500(EUR)/XAV-1550D(EUR))

Activate TA. The station does not broadcast any traffic announcements despite being TP.

Tune into another station.

Related Topic

Using Radio Option Functions

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The stations cannot be received.

See [No Station] for details when the DAB signal cannot be received.

Related Topic

DAB radio (XAV-1550D(EUR))

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No traffic announcements.

Disable DAB announcements.

Traffic announcements are not available while DAB announcements are enabled.

Related Topic

Using DAB Option Functions

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There is no picture/picture noise occurs.

A connection has not been made correctly. Check the connection between this unit and other equipment and set the input selector of the equipment to the source corresponding to this unit. Installation is not correct.

Install the unit at an angle of less than 30° in a sturdy part of the car.

The parking lead (light green) is not connected to the parking brake switch lead, or the parking brake is not applied.

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The picture does not fit in the screen.

The aspect ratio is fixed on the playback source.

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There is no sound/sound skips/sound cracks.

A connection has not been made correctly. Check the connection between this unit and the connected equipment and set the input selector of the equipment to the source corresponding to this unit. Installation is not correct.

Install the unit at an angle of less than 30° in a sturdy part of the car.

The unit is in pause/reverse/fast-forward mode. The settings for the outputs are not made correctly. The volume is too low. The ATT function is activated. The format is not supported.

Check if the format is supported by this unit.

Related Topic

Supported Formats for USB Playback

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Sound is noisy.

Keep cords and cables away from each other.

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Items cannot be played.

Reconnect the USB device.

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The USB device takes longer to play.

The USB device contains large-sized files or files with a complicated tree structure.

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Audio files cannot be played.

USB devices formatted with file systems other than FAT12, FAT16, FAT32 or exFAT are unsupported.*

This unit supports FAT12, FAT16, FAT32 and exFAT, but some USB device may not support all of these. For details, refer to the operating instructions of each USB device or contact the manufacturer.

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The smartphone connected to the USB port cannot be played.

The USB connection is only available for Android phones and USB devices in MSC mode. When using a smartphone other than an Android phone, make a BLUETOOTH connection.

Related Topic

Preparing a Bluetooth® Device

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The other BLUETOOTH device cannot detect this unit.

Set [Bluetooth Connection] to [ON]. While connecting to a BLUETOOTH device, this unit cannot be detected by another device. Terminate the current connection and search for this unit from the other device. Depending on your smartphone or mobile phone, you may need to delete this unit from the history of the connected smartphone or mobile phone, then pair them again.

Related Topic

Preparing a Bluetooth® Device

BLUETOOTH Settings (Bluetooth)

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Connection is not possible.

Check the pairing and connection procedures in the manual of the other device, etc., and perform the operation again.

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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.

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There is no ringtone.

Raise the volume while receiving a call. The speakers are not connected to the unit.

Connect the speakers to the unit. To select the speakers for ringtone, press HOME, then touch [Settings] and select [Phone Call Sound] in [Sound].

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Sound Settings (Sound)

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XAV-1500/XAV-1550D

The talker’s voice volume is low.

Raise the volume during a call.

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In-Car Receiver

XAV-1500/XAV-1550D

The other party says that the volume is too low or high.

Adjust the [MIC Gain] level.

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Available Operations During a Call

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XAV-1500/XAV-1550D

Echo or noise occurs during call conversations.

Reduce the volume. Set [Speech Quality] to [Mode 1] or [Mode 2]. If ambient noise other than the phone call sound is loud, try reducing this noise.

Shut the window if road noise is loud. Lower the air conditioner if the air conditioner is loud.

Related Topic

Available Operations During a Call

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XAV-1500/XAV-1550D

The phone sound quality is poor.

Phone sound quality depends on reception conditions of the mobile phone.

Move your car to a place where you can enhance the mobile phone’s signal if the reception is poor.

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In-Car Receiver

XAV-1500/XAV-1550D

The volume of the connected BLUETOOTH device is low or high.

Volume level will differ depending on the BLUETOOTH device.

Reduce the volume level differences between this unit and the BLUETOOTH device.

Related Topic

Playing a BLUETOOTH Device

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In-Car Receiver

XAV-1500/XAV-1550D

The sound skips during audio streaming or the BLUETOOTH connection fails.

Reduce the distance between the unit and the BLUETOOTH device. If the BLUETOOTH device is stored in a case which interrupts the signal, remove the case while using the device. Several BLUETOOTH devices or other devices (e.g. ham radio devices) which emit radio waves are used nearby.

Turn off the other devices. Increase the distance between the unit and other devices.

Playback sound stops momentarily when this unit is connecting to a mobile phone. This is not a malfunction.

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XAV-1500/XAV-1550D

The connected BLUETOOTH device cannot be controlled during audio streaming.

Check that the connected BLUETOOTH device supports AVRCP.

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Some functions do not work.

Check that the connecting device supports the functions in question.

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A call is answered unintentionally.

The connecting phone is set to start a call automatically. [Auto Answer] of this unit is set to [ON].

Related Topic

Available Operations During a Call

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In-Car Receiver

XAV-1500/XAV-1550D

Pairing failed due to time out.

Depending on the connecting device, the time limit for pairing may be short. Try completing the pairing within the time.

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XAV-1500/XAV-1550D

Cannot pair.

The unit may not be able to pair with a previously paired BLUETOOTH device after initializing the unit if the pairing information of the unit is on the BLUETOOTH device. In this case, delete the pairing information of the unit from the BLUETOOTH device, and then pair them again.

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XAV-1500/XAV-1550D

The BLUETOOTH function cannot be operated.

Turn the ignition off. Wait for a while, then turn the ignition to the ACC position.

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