Sony XAV-AX7000 User Manual

5-006-475-12(1)

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.

Model No. XAV-AX7000

Operating Instructions

Mode d’emploi

Manual de instrucciones

Serial No.

To cancel the demonstration (Demo) display, see page 7.

For the connection/installation, see page 11.

Pour annuler l’affichage de démonstration (Démo), reportezvous à la page 7.

Pour le raccordement/l’installation, reportez-vous à la page 12.

Para cancelar la pantalla de demostración (Demostración), consulte la página 7.

Para la conexión/instalación, consulte la página 12.

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Warning

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 11).

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 RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

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: https://www.sony.com/electronics/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 Name: 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.

For the State of California, USA only

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

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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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Guide to Parts and Controls

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

ȵ ȶ ȷ

ȹ Ⱥ

Main Unit and Remote Commander

Main unit

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 are not supported.

 Display/touch panel  HOME

Displays the HOME screen.

STANDBY

Press and hold to turn the unit to standby mode (USB charging is still available). To resume, press any button.

 VOL (volume) +/–  Receptor for the remote commander  OPTION

Displays the OPTION screen (page 5).

ATT (attenuate)

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

/ (previous/next)

Functions differently depending on the selected source:

– Tuner/SiriusXM: select a preset station. – USB/BT Audio: move to the previous/next file.

Press and hold to:

– Tuner: tune into a station automatically

(SEEK+/SEEK–).

– USB/BT Audio: fast-reverse/fast-forward.

 VOICE

Activates the voice command function for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto™.

 OFF

Turns the source off.

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 MONITOR OFF

Remove the insulation film before use

Turns off t he monitor. To t urn ba ck on , press aga in .

 EQ (equalizer)

Selects an equalizer curve.

 Number buttons (0 to 9)  CLEAR  ATT (attenuate)

Attenuates the sound. Press again to cancel the attenuation.

 (play/pause) / (previous/next)

/ (fast-reverse/fast-forward)

Functions differently depending on the selected source:

– Tuner/SiriusXM: select a preset station. – USB/BT Audio: move to the previous/next file.

Press and hold to:

– Tuner: tune into a station automatically

(SEEK+/SEEK–).

– USB/BT Audio: fast-reverse/fast-forward.

///

Functions differently 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

Enters the selected item.

 SRC (source)

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

 MODE

Selects the radio band.

Screen displays

Playback screen:

HOME screen:

OPTION screen:

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 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 mobile phone.

Indicates the remaining battery status of the connected mobile phone.

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

 (source option)

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

 Application specific area

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

 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.

 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.

Android Auto

SXM BT Audio Phone

USB port 1 WebLink USB port 2

Rear Camera

Apple CarPlay

Settings

Tune r

 Sound select keys

Changes the sound.

 (EXTRA BASS)

Changes the EXTRA BASS setting.

 (EQ10/Subwoofer)

Changes the EQ10/Subwoofer setting.

 (monitor off)

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

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Basic Operations

Pairing 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 Press HOME, then touch [Settings] 

[Bluetooth]  [Bluetooth Connection]  [ON]  [Pairing].

flashes while the unit is in pairing standby

mode.

2 Perform pairing on the BLUETOOTH device

so it detects this unit.

3 Select your model name shown on the

display of the BLUETOOTH device*.

When pairing is made, stays lit.

* If passkey input is required on the BLUETOOTH device,

input [0000].

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 11).

To display the picture from the rear view camera

Press HOME, then touch [Rear Camera].

Updating the Firmware

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

Note

During the update, do not remove the USB device.

Canceling the Demonstration Mode

1 Press HOME, then touch [Settings]. 2 Touch [General], then touch [Demo] to set to

[OFF].

3 To exit the setup menu, touch (back)

twice.

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Additional Information

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.

•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 panel

•This unit uses a capacitive touch panel. Touch the panel directly with your fingertip.

•Multi-touch operation is not supported on this unit.

•Do not touch the panel with sharp objects such as a needle, pen, or fingernail. Operation with a stylus is not supported on this unit.

• Touching the panel with a gloved finger may cause the unit to operate incorrectly or not respond.

• Do not let any objects contact the touch panel. If the panel is touched by an object other than your fingertip, the unit may not respond correctly.

• Since glass material is used for the panel, do not subject the unit to strong shock. If cracking or chipping occurs on the panel, do not touch the damaged part as it may cause injury.

•Keep other electrical devices away from the touch panel. They may cause the touch panel to malfunction.

• If there are water droplets on the touch panel, or if you touch the panel with wet fingertips, the touch panel may not react correctly.

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About iPhone

+ side up

Lithium battery (CR2025)

• Compatible iPhone models:

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.

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, check [Open Source Licenses] in [General].

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-AX7000.” 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 Operating Instructions, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Maintenance

Replacing the lithium battery (CR2025) of the remote commander

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

CAUTION

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

Note on the lithium battery

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

Specifications

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.

AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS

Monitor section

Display type: Wide LCD color monitor Dimensions: 6.95 in/176 mm System: TFT active matrix Number of pixels:

Color system:

CTA2006 Standard Power Output: 45 Watts RMS × 4 at 4Ohms < 1% THD+N SN Ratio: 80 dBA (reference: 1 Watt into 4 Ohms)

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

PAL/NTSC automatic select for CAMERA IN

terminal

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Tuner section

Tuning range: 87.5 MHz – 107.9 MHz Usable sensitivity: 7 dBf Signal-to-noise ratio: 70 dB (mono) Separation at 1 kHz: 45 dB

Tuning range: 530 kHz – 1,710 kHz Sensitivity: 32 µV

USB player section

Interface:

USB port 1: USB (Hi-speed) USB port 2: USB (Full-speed)

Maximum current:

USB port 1: 1.5 A USB port 2: 500 mA

Wireless communication

Communication System:

BLUETOOTH Standard version 3.0

Output:

BLUETOOTH Standard Power Class 2

(Max. Conducted +1 dBm)

Maximum communication range*

Line of sight approx. 10 m (33 ft)

Frequency band:

2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz – 2.4835 GHz) Modulation method: FHSS Compatible BLUETOOTH Profiles*

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

Corresponding codec: SBC, AAC

*1 The actual range will vary depending on factors such as

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

*2 BLUETOOTH standard profiles indicate the purpose of

BLUETOOTH communication between devices.

Power amplifier section

Outputs: Speaker outputs Speaker impedance: 2 /4  – 8  Maximum power output: 100 W × 4 (at 2 /4 )

General

Power requirements: 12 V DC car battery

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

Approx. 178 mm × 100 mm × 179 mm

/8 in × 4 in × 7 1/8 in) (w/h/d)

Mounting dimensions:

Approx. 182 mm × 111 mm × 160 mm

/4 in × 4 3/8 in × 6 3/8 in) (w/h/d) Mass: Approx. 1.2 kg (2 lb 11 oz) Package contents:

Main unit (1) Parts for installation and connections (1 set) Remote commander (1): RM-X170

Optional accessories/equipment:

SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner: SXV100, SXV200,

SXV300

Ask the dealer for detailed information.

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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. Apple CarPlay is a trademark of Apple Inc.

Android Auto is a trademark of Google LLC.

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

All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

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Cautions



Mounting screws (5 × max. 9 mm (

/32 × max. 3/8 in)) (4)





 



Power supply leads (1)

Double-sided tape (1)

Microphone (1)

Cable tie (1)

USB extension cable (1)

Connection cable RC-SR1 (1)



Flat-mount base (1)

•Do not install this unit in a car that has no ACC

• Run all ground (earth) leads to a common

•Do not get the leads trapped under a screw or

•Before making connections, turn the car ignition

•Connect the yellow and red power supply leads

•Be sure to insulate any loose unconnected leads

•Choose the installation location carefully so that

• Avoid installing the unit in areas subject to dust,

• Use only the supplied mounting hardware for a

Note on the power supply lead (yellow)

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

Note on installing in cars with a start-stop system

The unit may restart when starting the engine from startstop. In this case, turn off the start-stop system of your car.

Note on installing in cars with electric parking brake system

For cars with electric parking brakes, some related functions (such as video blocking function) may not work properly.

Mounting angle adjustment

Adjust the mounting angle to less than 30°.

Connection/Installation

position. The display of the unit does not turn off even after turning the ignition off, and this causes battery drain.

ground (earth) point.

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

off to avoid short circuits.

only after all other leads have been connected.

with electrical tape for safety.

the unit will not interfere with normal driving operations.

di rt, exces sive vibr atio n, or high tempera ture, suc h as in direct sunlight or near heater ducts.

safe and secure installation.

Parts List for Installation

This parts list does not include all the package contents.

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Connection

Subwoofer*

Power amplifier*

Smartphone, USB device (for audio/video playback)*

from a wired remote control (not supplied)

*4*12

*6*

White

White/black striped Gray

Gray/black striped

Green

Green/black striped Purple

Purple/black striped Black Yellow Red

Blue/white striped Orange/white striped Light green Purple/white striped

from a car antenna (aeria l)*

Rear view camera*

For details, see “Making connections” (page 13).

Front speaker*1*2*

Rear speaker*1*2*



Satellite radio tuner (SiriusXM)*1*

USB device (for audio playback only)*

Black

Yellow

When connecting to the battery directly*

*9*14

*9*

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*1 Not supplied



Parking brake switch lead

Hand brake type Foot brake type

Less than 450 mm (18 in)

+12 V car battery

Fuse (15 A)

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

remote control (not supplied). For details on using the wired remote control, see “Using the wired remote control” (page 14).

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

supplied) if the antenna (aerial) connector does not fit.

*6 Whether in use or not, route the microphone input cord

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

*7 For details on installing the microphone, see “Installing

the microphone” (page 14).

*8 For more information on how to install the SiriusXM

Connect Vehicle Tuner, consult the installation guide included with the tuner.

 To a car’s illumination signal

Be sure to first connect the black ground (earth) lead to a common ground (earth) point.

 To the parking brake switch lead

The mounting position of the parking brake switch lead depends on your car. Be sure to connect the parking brake lead (light green) of the power supply leads  to the parking brake switch lead.

*10

Use speakers with 50W RMS or higher power input capacity. Using Sony XB series full range speakers is recommended.

*11

When the amperage rating of the fuse used on your car is 10 A, make the power connection to the battery directly to avoid short circuits.

*12

When using the steering wheel remote control, use the connection cable RC-SR1  as necessary.

*13

Use the USB extension cable  or a commercially available one.

*14

Use the cable tie  or a commercially available one.

Making connections

 To a common ground (earth) point

First connect the black ground (earth) lead then connect the yellow and red power supply leads.

 To the +12 V power terminal which is

energized at all times

Be sure to first connect the black ground (earth) lead to a common ground (earth) point.

 To the +12 V power terminal which is

energized when the ignition switch is set to the accessory position

Be sure to first connect the black ground (earth) lead to a common ground (earth) point.

 To the power antenna (aerial) control lead or

the power supply lead of the antenna (aerial) booster

It is not necessary to connect this lead if there is no power antenna (aerial) or antenna (aerial) booster, or with a manually-operated telescopic antenna (aerial).

To AMP REMOTE IN of an optional power amplifier

This connection is only for amplifiers and a power antenna (aerial). Connecting any other system may damage the unit.

Note

It will take about 10 seconds to shut down the output of REM OUT after the unit is turned off.

 To the +12 V power terminal of the car’s rear

lamp lead (only when connecting the rear view camera)

When connecting to the battery directly

When the ampera ge ratin g of the fuse used on your car is 10 A, make the power connection to the battery directly to avoid short circuits.

 to a metal point of car  to the positive battery terminal

Notes

• Despite connecting to the power supply lead of the car, the unit may not fully provide its performance due to insufficient power. In this case, make the power connection to the battery directly.

• All power wires connected to the positive battery post should be fused within 450 mm (18 in) of the battery post, and before they pass through any metal.

• Make sure that the car’s battery wires connected to the car (ground (earth) to chassis)* are of a wire gauge at least equal to that of the main power wire connected from the battery to the head unit.

• During full-power operation, a current of more than 15 A will run through the system. Therefore, make sure that the wires to be connected to the +12 V and GND terminals of this unit are at least 14-Gauge (AWG14) or have a sectional area of more than 2 mm² (3/32 in). When making the speaker parallel connection, use wires with more than 12-Gauge (AWG12) or wire that have a sectional area of more than 3.5 mm² (5/32 in).

If you have any questions or problems concerning the connection, consult the dealer for details.

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Memory hold connection

Front speaker

Subwoofer

Front speaker (4 Ω to 8 Ω)

Rear speaker (4 Ω to 8 Ω)

Subwoofer (4 Ω to 8 Ω, dual voice coil type)





Clip (not supplied)





When the yellow power supply lead is connected, power will always be supplied to the memory circuit even when the ignition switch is turned off.

Connecting the speakers

•Before connecting the speakers, turn the unit off.

•Use speakers with a 2  impedance or 4  to 8  impedance, and with adequate power handling capacities to avoid damage.

Subwoofer direct connection

You can use a subwoofer without a power amplifier when it is connected to a rear speaker lead. To enable the connection, set [Subwoofer Direct] in [Advanced] to [1] to [3].

Installing the microphone

To capture your voice during handsfree calling, you need to install the microphone .

Note

Use a subwoofer with a 2  impedance or 4  to 8  impedance, and with adequate power handling capacities to avoid damage.

Speaker connection for high volume playback

For high volume playback, you can connect front speaker in parallel. For this connection: – Set [Speaker Impedance Load] in [Advanced] to

[2 Ohm].

– Connect the subwoofers to right and left rear

speaker leads or use a dual voice coil subwoofer with 4  to 8  impedance.

Notes

• When using a subwoofer with dual voice coil, or using subwoofer(s) by connecting to the right and left rear speaker leads, be sure to set [Speaker Impedance Load] in [Advanced] to [2 Ohm].

• To exert the speaker's potential, make the power connection to the battery directly (page 13).

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Cautions

•It is extremely dangerous if the cord becomes wound around the steering column or gearstick. Be sure to keep it and other parts from interfering with your driving operations.

•If airbags or any other shock-absorbing equipment are in your car, contact the store where you purchased this unit or the car dealer before installation.

Notes

• When mounting on the dashboard, remove the visor clip carefully from the microphone , then attach the flatmount base  to the microphone .

• Before attaching the double-sided tape , clean the surface of the dashboard with a dry cloth.

Using the wired remote control

When using the steering wheel remote control

Installation of the connection cable RC-SR1  is required before use.

1 To enable the steering wheel remote control, select

[General]  [Steering Control]  [Custom]  to make the registration.

When the registration is complete, the steering wheel remote control becomes available.

Notes on installing the connection cable RC-SR1 

• Refer to the support site on the back cover for details then connect each lead properly to the appropriate leads. Making an improper connection may damage the unit.

• Consulting the dealer or an experienced technician for help is recommended.

When using the wired remote control



To the dashboard/center console

Parts supplied with your car



Bracket

Fuse (15 A)

To enable the wired remote control, set [Steering Control] in [General] to [Preset].

Using the rear view camera

Installation of the rear view camera ( not supplied ) is required before use. The picture from a rear view camera connected to the CAMERA IN terminal is displayed when: – the back lamp of your car lights up (or the shift

lever is set to the R (reverse) position).

– you press HOME, then touch [Rear Camera].

Installation

Mounting the unit in a Japanese car

You may not be able to install this unit in some Japanese cars. In such a case, consult your Sony dealer.

CAUTION

Do not touch the left side of the unit when removing from the dashboard. The heatsink on the left side of the unit remains hot right after use.

Fuse replacement

When replacing the fuse, be sure to use one matching the amperage rating stated on the original fuse. If the fuse blows, check the power connection and replace the fuse. If the fuse blows again after replacement, there may be an internal malfunction. In such a case, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

When mounting this unit to the preinstalled brackets of your car, use the mounting screws  in the appropriate screw holes based on your car: T for TOYOTA and N for NISSAN.

Note

To prevent a malfunction, install only with the mounting screws .

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