The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom of the unit.
Record these numbers in the spaces provided below.
Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
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Be sure to install this unit in the dashboard of
the car for safety. For installation and
connections, see the supplied installation/
connections manual.
About this manual
• This manual contains instructions for XNV770BT and XNV-660BT.
• XNV-770BT is the model representatively
used for illustration purposes.
• For details on the navigation function, refer
to the leaflet (supplied by TomTom) for the
navigation module.
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.
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this product
will increase eye hazard. As the laser beam used
in this CD/DVD player is harmful to eyes, do not
attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel only.
FOR UNITED STATES CUSTOMERS. NOT
APPLICABLE IN CANADA, INCLUDING
IN THE PROVINCE OF QUEBEC.
POUR LES CONSOMMATEURS 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 the FCC
Rules and RSS-Gen of IC 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 of the device.
This transmitter must not be co-located or
operated in conjunction with any other antenna
or transmitter.
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This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment and meets the FCC radio frequency
(RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to
OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency
(RF) Exposure rules. This equipment has very
low levels of RF energy that it deemed to
comply without maximum permissive exposure
evaluation (MPE). But it is desirable that it
should be installed and operated keeping the
radiator at least 20 cm or more away from
person’s body (excluding extremities: hands,
wrists, feet and ankles).
For the State of California, USA only
Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply,
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains
perchlorate
Warning if your car’s ignition has no
ACC position
Be sure to set the Auto Off function
(page 53).
The unit will shut off completely and
automatically in the set time after the unit is
turned off, which prevents battery drain.
If you do not set the Auto Off function, press
and hold (SOURCE/OFF) until the display
disappears each time you turn the ignition off.
To cancel the demonstration (Demo) display,
see page 57.
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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
object into the unit while functioning, 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 a 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 picture is automatically switched to the
background screen after displaying the caution
below.
“Video blocked for your safety.”
The monitor connected to the REAR VIDEO
OUT is active while the car is in motion.
The picture on the display is switched to the
background screen, but audio source can be
heard.
Do not operate the unit or watch the monitor
while driving.
Notes on installation
• We recommend this unit should be installed by a
qualified technician or service personnel.
– If you try to install this unit by yourself, see the
supplied installation/connections manual and
install the unit properly.
– Improper installation may cause battery drain or
a short circuit.
• If the unit does not work properly, check the
connections first, referring to the supplied
installation/connections manual. If everything is in
order, check the fuse.
• Protect the unit surface from damage.
– Do not expose the unit surface to chemicals,
such as insecticide, hair spray, insect repellent,
etc.
– Do not leave rubber or plastic materials in
contact with the unit for a long time. Otherwise,
the finish of the unit may be impaired, or
deformation may occur.
• When installing, be sure to fix securely.
• When installing, be sure to turn the ignition off.
Installing the unit with the ignition on may cause
battery drain or a short circuit.
• When installing, be sure not to damage any car
parts such as pipes, tubes, fuel tank or wiring by
using a drill, as it may cause a fire or an accident.
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Copyrights
Manufactured under license
from Dolby Laboratories.
symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and Windows
Media and logos are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.
“DVD VIDEO,” “DVD-R,” “DVD-RW,” “DVD+R,”
and “DVD+RW” are trademarks.
The Bluetooth word mark and logos are 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.
ZAPPIN is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
Music recognition technology and related data are
provided by Gracenote®. Gracenote is the industry
standard in music recognition technology and
related content delivery. For more information,
please visit www.gracenote.com.
Gracenote and CDDB are registered trademarks of
Gracenote. The Gracenote logo and logotype, and
the “Powered by Gracenote” logo are trademarks
of Gracenote.
8
“Dolby” and the double-D
12 TONE ANALYSIS and its
logo are trademarks of Sony
Corporation.
“WALKMAN” and
“WALKMAN” logo are
registered trademarks of
Sony Corporation.
SensMe and the SensMe logo are
trademarks or registered
trademarks of Sony Ericsson
Mobile Communications AB.
This product uses font data which is licensed to
Sony by Monotype Imaging Inc. or its affiliates.
iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and iPod
touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered
in the U.S. and other countries.
Apple, Macintosh and iTunes are trademarks of
Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
TomTom is a trademark of TomTom International
B.V.
THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE
MPEG-4 VISUAL PATENT PORTFOLIO
LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NONCOMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER FOR
DECODING MPEG-4 VIDEO THAT WAS
ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A
PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL
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
HD Radio
TM
is a proprietary trademark of
iBiquity Digital Corp.
The “SAT Radio Ready”
logo indicates that this
product will control a satellite
radio tuner module (sold
separately). Please see your nearest authorized
Sony dealer for details on the satellite radio
tuner module.
“SAT Radio,” “SAT Radio Ready,” the SAT
Radio and SAT Radio Ready logos and all
related marks are trademarks of Sirius XM
Radio Inc. and XM Satellite Radio Inc.
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Notes on Bluetooth
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.
IMPORTANT NOTICE!
Safe and efficient use
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly
approved by Sony may void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
Please check for exceptions, due to national
requirement or limitations, in usage of Bluetooth
equipment before using this product.
Driving
Check the laws and regulations on the use of cellular
phones and handsfree equipment in the areas where
you drive.
Always give full attention to driving and pull off the
road and park before making or answering a call if
driving conditions so require.
Connecting to other devices
When connecting to any other device, please read its
user guide for detailed safety instructions.
Radio frequency exposure
RF signals may affect improperly installed or
inadequately shielded electronic systems in cars,
such as electronic fuel injection systems, electronic
antiskid (antilock) braking systems, electronic speed
control systems or air bag systems. For installation
or service of this device, please consult with the
manufacturer or its representative of your car. Faulty
installation or service may be dangerous and may
invalidate any warranty that may apply to this
device.
Consult with the manufacturer of your car to ensure
that the use of your cellular phone in the car will not
affect its electronic system.
Check regularly that all wireless device equipment
in your car is mounted and operating properly.
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).
Remember, in order to make or receive calls, the
handsfree and the electronic device connected to the
handsfree must be switched on in a service area with
adequate cellular signal strength.
Emergency calls may not be possible on all cellular
phone networks or when certain network services
and/or phone features are in use.
Check with your local service provider.
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Playable discs and symbols used in this manual
This unit can play various video/audio discs.
The following chart helps you to check if a disc is supported by this unit, as well as what functions are
available for a given disc type.
Disc symbol in manualDisc format
DVD VIDEO
DVD-R*
1
/ DVD-R DL*1 / DVD-RW*
(Video mode/VR mode)
VIDEO
DVD+R*
1
/ DVD+R DL*1 / DVD+RW*
Video CD
(Ver. 1.0/1.1/2.0)
Audio CD
AUDIO
*1 Audio files can also be stored.
*2 Video/image files can also be stored.
Note
“DVD” may be used in this manual as a general term for DVD VIDEOs, DVD-Rs/DVD-RWs, and DVD+Rs/
DVD +RWs.
CD-ROM*
2
/ CD-R*2 / CD-RW*
The following chart shows the supported compression formats and their file types.
Available functions differ depending on the format, regardless of disc type. The format symbols below
appear next to the description of functions available for that format.
1
1
2
Format symbol in manualFile type
MP3 audio file
WMA audio file
AAC audio file
JPEG image file
MPEG-4
Tip
For details on compression formats, see page 64.
Note
Even compatible discs may not be playable on this unit, depending on their recorded condition.
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Location and function of controls
Main unit
XNV-770BT
1
VOL
2345
Refer to the pages listed for details.
A Disc slot (located behind the front panel)
page 20
B VOL (Volume) –/+*
C Receptor for the card remote
commander
D Display window/touch panel
E Reset button page 16
F (Bluetooth) signal indicator
page 38
1
buttons
TOP
G TOP button
To open the top menu.
H SOURCE/OFF button*
Press to turn on the power/change the source:
“Tuner” (Radio), “Disc,” “AUX” (Auxiliary
equipment), “USB/iPod,” “BT Audio”
(Bluetooth Audio).
Press for 1 second to turn off the power.
Press for more than 2 seconds to shut off
completely.
I Z (Open/Close) button page 20
*1 The VOL + button has a tactile dot.
*2 If an HD Radio tuner or SAT tuner is connected:
when (SOURCE/OFF) is pressed, the connected
device (“HD Radio,” “XM” or “Sirius”) will appear in
the display.
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XNV-660BT
Refer to the pages listed for details.
A Z (Eject) button page 20
B Reset button page 16
C Receptor for the card remote
commander
D Disc slot page 20
E TOP button
To open the source list.
12
F (Bluetooth) signal indicator
page 38
G Volume control dial
H SOURCE/OFF button*
Press to turn on the power/change the source:
“Tuner” (Radio), “Disc,” “AUX” (Auxiliary
equipment), “USB/iPod,” “BT Audio”
(Bluetooth Audio).
Press for 1 second to turn off the power.
Press for more than 2 seconds to shut off
completely.
I Display window/touch panel
* If an HD Radio tuner or SAT tuner is connected:
when (SOURCE/OFF) is pressed, the connected
device (“HD Radio,” “XM” or “Sirius”) will appear in
the display.
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J .m/M> buttons
Radio:
Press to tune in stations automatically.
Press and hold to find a station manually.
2
Disc*
/USB:
Press to skip a chapter/track/scene/file.
Press and hold momentarily to reverse/fastforward the video.
Press and hold to reverse/fast-forward track.
Bluetooth Audio*
3
:
Press to skip a track.
Press and hold to reverse/fast-forward track.
K DVD playback setting buttons
(AUDIO):
To change the audio language/format.
(For VCD/CD/MP3/WMA/AAC/MPEG-4,
to change the audio channel.)
(SUBTITLE):
To change the subtitle language.
(ANGLE):
To change the viewing angle.
(TOP MENU):
To open the top menu on a DVD.
(MENU):
To open the menu on a disc.
L ZAP button
To enter the ZAPPIN™ mode.
M </M/m/, (Cursor)/ENTER buttons
page 20
To control the menu on a DVD.
*1 When playing with PBC function.
*2 Operation differs depending on the disc (page 22).
*3 Operation differs depending on the connected
Bluetooth device.
*4 If an HD Radio tuner or SAT tuner is connected:
when (SRC) is pressed, the connected device
(“HD Radio,” “XM” or “Sirius”) will appear in the
display. Furthermore, if (MODE) is pressed, you
can switch the HD Radio tuner band or SAT tuner
band.
*5 When two auxiliary devices are used.
*6 When two or more external devices are used.
Note
If the unit is turned off and the display disappears, it
cannot be operated with the card remote commander
unless (SOURCE/OFF) on the main unit is pressed, or
a disc is inserted to activate the unit first.
N SRC (Source) button*
4
To turn on/change the source: “Tuner”
(Radio), “Disc,” “AUX” (Auxiliary
equipment), “USB/iPod,” “BT Audio”
(Bluetooth Audio).
O MODE button*
4
Press to select the radio band (FM/AM)/
select an auxiliary device (AUX1/AUX2)*
select an external device*
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Getting Started
Resetting the unit
Before operating the unit for the first time, or
after replacing the car battery or changing the
connections, you must reset the unit.
Press the reset button (page 11) with a pointed
object, such as a ball-point pen.
Note
Pressing the reset button will erase the clock setting
and some stored contents.
Performing initial settings
After resetting, the display for the initial settings
appears.
Initial Setting
Subwoofer
Listening Position
Language
1 Touch “Subwoofer” to set the
subwoofer connection status.
Set to “ON” if a subwoofer is connected, or
“OFF” if not.
2 Touch “Listening Position” to set the
listening position.
Set to “Front L” if your listening position is
front left, or “Front R” if front right.
3 Touch “Language” to set the display
language.
Touch repeatedly until the desired language
(English/Spanish/Russian) appears.
4 Touch “OK.”
The setting is complete.
This setting can then be further configured in the
setting menu.
• For details on setting the subwoofer connection
status, see page 56.
• For details on setting the listening position, see
“Optimizing sound for the listening position —
Intelligent Time Alignment” on page 48.
• For details on setting the display language, see
page 53.
OFF / ON
Front L / Front R
English
OK
Preparing the card remote
commander
Before using the card remote commander for the
first time, remove the insulation film.
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Basic Operations
Using the navigation function
1
Connect the navigation module to the car dock.
For details, see the supplied installation/connection manual.
2
Press (TOP), then touch in the top
menu.
The display to select the view mode appears.
The view mode options are as follows.
“Navigation Only”: Shows the navigation
display only.
Navigation
“Dual Screen Navi + A/V (Large)”: Shows
the current audio/video source on the navigation
display.
“Dual Screen Navi + A/V (Small)”: Shows
the key of the current audio/video source on the
navigation display.
3
Touch the desired view mode.
When selecting “Navigation only”
The navigation display appears, and you can then use the navigation function.
When selecting “Dual Screen Navi + A/V
(Large)” or “Dual Screen Navi + A/V
(Small)”
Upper Left
The display to select the position of the audio/
video source and keys.
1 Touch the desired position.
2 Touch the display in the navigation area.
The audio/video source and keys disappear,
Lower Left
and you can then use the navigation function.
Only
Back
ATT
Dual Screen
Navi + A/V
(Large)
Select screen position.
Dual Screen
Navi + A/V
(Small)
Upper Right
Lower Right
Top
12:0015
For further details on navigation operation, refer to the leaflet (supplied by TomTom) for the
navigation module.
Notes
• During navigation operation, operation sound is not output even if “Beep” is set to “ON.”
• The navigation operation cannot be performed by the card remote commander.
• The voice guidance volume is independent of the regular volume.
To switch to the current audio/video source
Press and hold (TOP).
To switch back to the navigation mode, press and hold (TOP).
When “Dual Screen Navi + A/V (Large)” or “Dual Screen Navi + A/V (Small)” is selected as a
view mode
You can also switch to the current audio/video source by the following method.
For “Dual Screen Navi + A/V (Large),” touch the audio/video source area.
For “Dual Screen Navi + A/V (Small),” touch .
To switch back to the navigation mode, touch “Navi” in the reception/playback display.
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Reception controls
Touch the display if the reception controls are not shown.
1
24
3
Source ListNavi
ATT
Receive
Band
Menu
Preset
List
Top
PTY
List
12:0015
No. ItemTouch to
1“Source List”open the source list. (page 13)
2“ATT”attenuate the sound. To cancel, touch again.
3“Navi”enter the navigation mode. (page 17)
4“Top”open the top menu. (page 13)
5m/Mtune manually.
Touch and hold to skip frequencies continuously.
6./>tune automatically.
7“Band”open the band list and change the band.
8“Receive Menu”open the receive menu, which contains the following.
• “Mono”: Touch to activate the monaural mode if FM reception
is poor. To restore stereo reception, select “OFF.”
• “Local”: Touch to only tune into stations with stronger signal.
To tune normal stations, select “OFF.”
• “IF”: Touch to set to “Wide” to hear FM stereo broadcasts in
stereo and with full frequency reception. To narrow the
reception frequency automatically to eliminate noise, select
“Auto.”
9“Preset List”list up stored stations, or store stations. (page 24)
0“PTY List”open the PTY list. (page 25)
Indications during reception
C
B
ATT
Receive
Menu
Preset
List
Band
D
A
Source ListNavi
A Current source icon*
B Band number, Preset number*2, Frequency/status
Top
C Volume level*
D Setting status (CSO, EQ7, RBE)
1
3
*1 Appears only when the controls are shown.
*2 Appears only when the station stored in memory is
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Playing discs
Depending on the disc, some operations may be different or restricted.
Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your disc.
XNV-770BT
1
Press Z on the main unit.
The front panel opens automatically.
2
Insert the disc (label side up).
The front panel closes automatically, then playback starts.
XNV-660BT
1
Insert the disc (label side up).
Playback starts automatically.
If the DVD menu appears
Touch the item in the DVD menu directly.
You can also use the menu control panel which can be shown by touching the display in a place other
than menu item area. Touch b/v/V/B to move the cursor, then “Enter” to confirm.
If the menu control panel does not appear by touching the display, use the card remote commander.
About the DVD menu
A DVD is divided into several sections, which make up a picture or music feature. These sections are called “titles.”
When you play a DVD that contains several titles, you can select a desired title using the DVD’s top menu. For
DVDs that allow you to select items such as subtitle/sound language(s), select these items using the DVD menu.
If the disc contains JPEG files
The slide show starts automatically.
To stop playback
Press (SOURCE/OFF) for 1 second.
Note
Discs in DTS format are not supported. The sound is not output if the DTS format is selected.
To eject the disc
XNV-770BT
1 Press Z on the main unit.
The front panel opens automatically, then the disc is ejected.
2 Press Z on the main unit to close the front panel.
Note
The front panel closes automatically after the caution alarm sounds.
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No. ItemTouch to
1“Source List”open the source list. (page 13)
2“ATT”attenuate the sound. To cancel, touch again.
3“Navi”enter the navigation mode. (page 17)
4“Top”open the top menu. (page 13)
5./>skip a chapter/track/scene/image/file.
Touch and hold momentarily to reverse/fast-forward the video;
and then repeatedly to switch the speed (× 2 t ×12 t ×120
t ×2…)*
1
. To cancel, touch u.
Touch and hold to reverse/fast-forward the audio track.
During pause, touch and hold down > to play the video in
slow motion. To cancel, release the key.
6upause/resume play after pause.
7“Play Menu”open the play menu, which contains the following.
• “Repeat”/“Shuffle” (page 27)
• “Dolby D Level” (DVD VIDEO playback only) (page 26)
• “Stereo” (VCD/CD/MP3/WMA/AAC playback only)
(page 26)
• “Image Turn” (JPEG playback only): Touch to rotate an
image left/right.
• “Audio” (MPEG-4 playback only) (page 26)
8“DVD Control”open the DVD control menu, which contains the following.
• “Audio”: Touch repeatedly to select the audio language/
format. (page 26)*
• “Subtitle”: Touch repeatedly to turn off/select the subtitle
language.*
• “Angle”: Touch repeatedly to change the viewing angle.*
• “Top Menu”: Touch to open the top menu on the DVD.*
• “Menu”: Touch to open the menu on the disc.*
2
2*3
2
2
2
9“PBC Panel”show the control panel for the PBC menu. (page 25)
0“Album” –/+skip an album (folder) of MP3/WMA/AAC/JPEG/MPEG-4.
qa“List”list up tracks/images/video files. (page 36)
qs“ZAP”enter the ZAPPIN mode. (page 36)
*1 The speed depends on the format or the recording method.
*2 Unavailable depending on the disc.
*3 When the 4-digit input prompt appears, input the language code (page 73) for the desired language.
Note
If the disc contains multiple file types, only the selected file type (audio/video/image) can be played. For details on
how to select the file type, see “Selecting a file type” on page 36.
Notes on JPEG playback
• If a large-sized image is rotated, it may take longer to display.