Sony XAVAX7000 User Manual

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AV RECEIVER

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

Model No. XAV-AX7000

Serial No.

To cancel the demonstration (Demo) display, see page 17.

For the connection/installation, see page 28.

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For safety, be sure to install this unit in the dashboard of the car as the left side of the unit becomes hot during use. For details, see “Connection/Installation” (page 28).

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

The validity of the CE marking is restricted to only those countries where it is legally enforced, mainly in the countries EEA (European Economic Area) and Switzerland.

Warning

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

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

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

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

equipment and receiver.

– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a

circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for help.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules and Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt 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.

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/ISED radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of the ISED radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules as this equipment has very low levels of RF energy.

If you have any questions about this product:

Visit: www.sony.com/support Contact: Sony Customer Information Service Center

at 1-800-222-7669 Write: Sony Customer Information Service Center 12451 Gateway Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33913 Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity Trad e Na me: SONY Model: XAV-AX7000 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16535 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone Number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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For the State of California, USA only

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

WARNING: Do not ingest battery, Chemical Burn Hazard.

The remote commander contains a coin/ button cell battery. If the coin/button cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in just 2 hours and can lead to death. Keep new and used batteries away from children. If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from children. If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate medical attention.

Note on the lithium battery

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

Warning if your car’s ignition has no ACC position

Do not install this unit in a car that has no ACC position. The display of the unit does not turn off even after turning the ignition off, and this causes battery drain.

Disclaimer regarding services offered by third parties

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

Important notice

Caution

IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR OTHER DAMAGES INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF REVENUE, LOSS OF DATA, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ANY ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT, DOWNTIME, AND 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

• 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

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

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

Getting Started

Performing Initial Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Connecting Rear View Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Listening to the Radio

Listening to the Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Using Tuner Option Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

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

Using SXM Option Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Playback

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

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

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

Other Settings During Playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Handsfree Calling

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

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

Available Operations During a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Useful Functions

Apple CarPlay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Android Auto™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

WebLink™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Using Gesture Command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Connection/Installation

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

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

Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

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

Settings

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

General Settings (General) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Sound Settings (Sound) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Visual Settings (Visual) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

BLUETOOTH Settings (Bluetooth). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Additional Information

Updating the Firmware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

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

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

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

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

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Guide to Parts and Controls

Main unit

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

ȩ Display/touch panel Ȫ HOME

Open the HOME menu. Press and hold to turn the unit in standby mode (USB charging is still available). To resume, press any buttons.

ȫ VOL (volume) +/– Ȭ Receptor for the remote commander ȭ OPTION

Open the OPTION screen (page 7).

ATT (attenuate)

Press and hold for 1 second to attenuate the sound. To cancel, press and hold again, or press VOL +.

ȮÃ/Ñ (previous/next)

Move to the previous/next item. Press and hold to fast-reverse/fast-forward.

 VOICE

Activate the voice command function for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

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RM-X170 remote commander

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

Note

The white buttons in the illustration above are not supported.

ȷR/a/{/C

Functions differ depending on the selected source.

– Tuner: select a preset station or tune into a

station automatically.

– SiriusXM: select a preset channel or move to

the previous/next channel.

– USB: select a folder or move to the previous/

next file.

ENTER

Enter the selected item.

ȸ SRC (source)

Change the source. Each time you press this button, a selectable source is displayed in a popup on the current display.

 MODE

Select the radio band.

Remove the insulation film before use.

Ȱ OFF

Turn the s ource off.

ȱ MONITOR OFF

Turn off the monitor. To turn back on, press again.

Ȳ EQ (equalizer)

Select an equalizer curve.

ȳ Number buttons (0 to 9)  CLEAR ȵā (play/pause) ȶÃ/Ñ (previous/next)

ù/ß (fast-reverse/fast-forward)

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Screen displays

Playback screen:

HOME screen:

OPTION screen:

Ǵ Status indication

Lights up when the sound is attenuated.

Indicates the signal strength status of the connected SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tun er.

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

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

Indicates the signal strength status of the connected cellular phone.

Indicates the remaining battery status of the connected cellular phone.

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

ǵ (source option)

Open the source option menu. The available items differ depending on the source.

Ƕ Application specific area

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

Ƿ Clock (page 17) Ǹ (return to the playback screen)

Switch from the HOME screen to the playback screen.

ǹ Sources and Settings select keys

Change the source or make various settings. Flick to select the setting icon and other icons.

˱ Sources select keys

Change the source.

˲ (EXTRA BASS)

Change the EXTRA BASS setting (page 18).

˳ (EQ10/Subwoofer)

Change the EQ10/Subwoofer setting (page 18).

˴ (monitor off)

Turn off the monitor. When the monitor is tur ned off, touch any part of the display to turn it back on.

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1 Place the BLUETOOTH device within 1 m

(3 ft) of this unit.

Getting Started

2 Press HOME, then touch [Settings]. 3 Touch [Bluetooth].

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 (page 17) to initialize the unit.

1 Touch [Language], then set the display

language.

2 Touch [Demo] repeatedly to select [OFF] to

disable the demonstration mode.

3 Touch [Set Date/Time], then set the date

and time.

4 After setting the date and time, touch [OK]. 5 To return to the previous display, touch ,

then touch [OK].

The startup caution appears.

6 Read through the startup caution, then if

you accept all conditions, touch [Close].

The setting is complete.

This setting can be further configured in the setting menu (page 17).

4 Touch [Bluetooth Connection], then set the

signal to [ON].

The BLUETOOTH signal is turn ed on and lights up on the status bar of the unit.

5 Touch [Pairing].

flashes while the unit is in pairing standby

mode.

6 Perform pairing on the BLUETOOTH device

so it detects this unit.

7 Select [XAV-AX7000] 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.

8 If passkey* input is required on the

BLUETOOTH device, input [0000].

When pairing is made, stays lit.

* Passkey may be called “passcode,” “PIN code,” “PIN

number,” “password,” etc., depending on the BLUETOOTH device.

9 Select this unit on the BLUETOOTH device to

establish the BLUETOOTH connection.

Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device

You can enjoy music or perform handsfree calling depending on the BLUETOOTH compatible device such as smartphones, cellular 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.

or lights up when the connection is made.

Notes

• 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.

• BLUETOOTH pairing is not possible while Apple CarPlay or Android Auto is running.

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.

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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.

Listening to the Radio

To listen to the radio, press HOME then touch [Tuner].

Reception controls/indications

1 Press HOME, then touch [Settings]. 2 Touch [Bluetooth]. 3 Touch [Bluetooth Connection], then touch

[ON].

Make sure that lights up on the status bar of the unit.

4 Activate the BLUETOOTH function on the

BLUETOOTH device.

5 Operate the BLUETOOTH device to connect

to this unit.

or lights up on the status bar.

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 cellular phone. Connect from the cellular phone to this unit instead.

To install the microphone

For details, see “Installing the microphone” (page 31).

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. For details, see “Connection/Installation” (page 28).

To display the picture from the rear view camera

Press HOME, then touch [Rear Camera].

ɸ Current band

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

ɹ Current frequency, program service name*,

RDS (Radio Data System) indication*

* Only available during RDS reception.

ɺ (tuner option)

Open the tuner option menu.

ɻ SEEK–/SEEK+

Tune in automatically.

ɼ /

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

ɽ 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.

Tuning

1 Select the desired band (FM1, FM2, FM3,

AM1 or AM2).

2 Perform tuning.

To tune automatically

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

To tune manually

Touch and hold / to locate the approximate frequency, then touch / repeatedly to finely adjust to the desired frequency.

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Storing manually

1 While receiving the station that you want to

store, touch and hold the desired preset number.

Receiving stored stations

1 Select the band, then touch the desired

preset number.

Using Tuner Option Functions

The following functions are available by touching

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.

PTY*

Selects a program type from the PTY list to search for a station broadcasting the selected program type.

* Only available during FM reception.

Listening to the SiriusXM Radio

To listen to the SiriusXM radio, press HOME then touch [SXM].

To d i splay th e Siriu sXM R a dio ID 1

Press HOME, then touch [SXM].

2 Touch , then select [Channel Direct Select]. 3 Input [000], then touch [OK].

In the USA, you can activate online or by calling SiriusXM Listener Care:

• Online: Visit www.siriusxm.com/activatenow

•Phone: Call 1-866-635-2349

In Canada, you can activate online or by calling SiriusXM Listener Care:

• Online: Visit www.siriusxm.ca/activatexm

•Phone: Call 1-877-438-9677

As part of the activation process, the SiriusXM satellites will send an activation message to your tuner. When your radio detects that the tuner has received the activation message, your radio will display: [Subscription Updated Press Enter to Continue]. Once subscribed, you can tune to channels in your subscription plan.

Notes

• The activation process usually takes 10 to 15 minutes, but may take up to an hour.

• Your radio will need to be turned on and receiving the SiriusXM signal to receive the activation message.

Activating your SiriusXM Subscription

Only SiriusXM brings you more of what you love to listen to, all in one place. Get over 140 channels, including commercial-free music plus the best sports, news, talk, comedy and entertainment. Welcome to the world of satellite radio. A SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner and Subscription are required. For more information, visit www.siriusxm.com

After installing your SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner and antenna (aerial), press HOME, then touch [SXM]. You should be able to hear the SiriusXM preview channel on Channel 1. After verifying that you can hear the preview channel, select Channel 0 to find the Radio ID of your tuner. In addition, the Radio ID is located on the bottom of the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner and its packaging. You will need this number to activate your subscription. Write the number down for reference.

Note

The SiriusXM Radio ID does not include the letters I, O, S or F.

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Tuning channels for SiriusXM

Reception controls/indications

ɸ (list)

Open the channel list or category list.

ɹ CH– (previous channel) /CH+ (next channel)

Select the channel.

ɺ Channel number, channel name ɻ Artist name, song title ɼ (information)

Switch the channel information.

ɽ (SXM option)

Open the SXM option menu.

ɾ Preset numbers

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

ɿ Category name, content information

To tune the channel by inputting its channel number

Touch the area ɺ (channel number and channel logo).

Alternatively, press ENTER on the remote commander.

2 Input the channel number, then touch [OK].

Alternatively, input with the number buttons (0 to 9) and press ENTER on the remote commander.

To tune the channel from the channel list or category list

1 Tou c h . 2 Touch [Channel List].

Alternatively, touch [Category List], then touch the desired category item. The channel list appears.

3 Touch the desired channel.

To set a parental control

The parental control feature allows you to limit access to SiriusXM channels with mature content. When enabled, the parental control feature requires you to enter a passcode to tune to the locked channels. Information on setting up the passcode and locking channels can be found below.

1 Touch , then touch [Parental Control].

The passcode input display appears.

2 Enter your 4-digit passcode by touching the

number keys, then touch [OK].

The passcode confirmation display appears.

3 Enter the 4-digit passcode again, then touch [OK].

The parental control is applied, and the channels are locked.

To unlock the channels/To lock the channels again

Touch , then touch [Parental Control].

The passcode input display appears.

2 Enter your 4-digit passcode by touching the

number keys, then touch [OK].

To ch ange the p a ssco d e

Touch , touch [Pass Code Change], then enter

your current passcode.

2 Enter your new passcode.

Using SXM Option Functions

The following functions are available by touching

Channel Direct Select

Tunes the desired channel by inputting its channel number directly.

Parental Control

Sets the parental lock to on or off, and edit the passcode.

Pass Code Change

Changes the passcode for the Parental Control feature.

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