Sony MEX-BT2900 User manual

SON~
Bluetooth®
Audio System
Owner's Record
4-197-990-21 (1)
Operating Instructions---.D.III
Mode d'emploi 1iiII
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. MEX-BT2900 Serial
No. _
To cancel the demonstration (DEMO) display, see page 7.
Pour annuler I'affichage de demonstration (DEMO), reportez-vous ala page 7.
MEX-BT2900
©2010 Sony Corporation

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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.
Warning
FOR UNITED STATES CUSTOMERS. NOT
APPLICABLE IN CANADA, INCLUDING
IN THE PROVINCE OF QUEBEC.
POUR LES CONSOMMATEURS AUX
ETATS-UNIS. NON APPLICABLE
AU
CANADA,VCOMPRIS LA PROVINCE DE
QUEBEC.
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for aClass Bdigital
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 aparticular installation.
If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment offand 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 radiolTV
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.
This equipment complies with FCCIIC radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment and meets the FCC radio frequency
(RF) Exposure Guidelines
in Supplement Cto
GET65 and RSS-l02
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).
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this product
will increase eye hazard.
For the State of California, USA only
Perchlorate Material -special handling may apply,
See www.dtsc.ca.govlhazardouswaste/perchlorate
Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains
perchlorate
HD
Radio™ is aproprietary trademark of
iBiquity Digital Corp.
~ The "SAT Radio Ready"
'~A~ll..l logo indicates that this
RADIO product will control asatellite
REA 0 Y 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.
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.

Windows Media is either aregistered 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 alicense from
Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary.
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and
patents licensed from Fraunhofer lIS and Thomson.
Note on the lithium battery
Do notexpose the battery to excessive heat such as
direct sunlight, fire or the like.
Warning if your car's ignition has no
ACC position
Be sure to set the Auto Off function (page 23).
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
tum the ignition off. •
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Table of Contents
Getting Started
Playable discs on this unit 6
Notes on Bluetooth 6
Resetting the unit 6
Canceling the DEMO mode 7
Preparing the card remote commander 7
Setting the clock 7
Detaching the front panel 7
Attaching the front panel 7
Quick Guide for Bluetooth function
3steps to Bluetooth function 8
Buttons and icons 9
oPairing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
eConnection 10
eHandsfree calling and Music streaming II
Location of controls and basic
operations
Main unit. 12
•RM-X304 Card Remote Commander 14
Radio
Storing and receiving stations 15
Storing automatically -BTM IS
Storing manually IS
Receiving the stored stations 15
Tuning automatically 15
RDS 15
Overview 15
Selecting PTY 15
Setting CT 16
CD
Display items 16
Repeat and shuffle play 16
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Bluetooth (Handsfree calling and
Music streaming)
Bluetooth operations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 17
Pairing 17
About Bluetooth icons. ............. .. 18
Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 18
To switch the Bluetooth signal output of this
unit to on
18
Connecting acellular phone 18
Connecting an audio device. . . . . . . . . . .. 18
Handsfree calling , 19
Receiving calls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 19
Making calls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 19
Operations during acall. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Call transfer ........................ 20
Preset dial. ......................... 20
Voice dial activation 20
SMS indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
21
Music streaming ....................... 21
Listening to music from an audio
device
21
Operating an audio device with this
unit
21
Initializing Bluetooth Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Sound Settings and Setup Menu
Changing the sound settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Adjusting the sound characteristics 22
Customizing the equalizer curve
-EQ3 23
Adjusting setup items -SET 23
Using optional equipment 24
Auxiliary audio equipment. . . . . . . . . . .
.. 24
Additional Information
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 24
Notes on discs 24
Playback order
of MP3IWMA files 25
About MP3 files. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
.. 25
About WMA files. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
About Bluetooth function
25
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Removing the unit. ..................... 27
Specifications 27
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Error displays/Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Support site
If you have any questions or for the latest support information on this
product, please visit the web site below:
http://esupport.sony.com
http://www.sony.com/mobileAV
Provides information on:
•Models and manufacturers of compatible cellular phones and the FAQ
about Bluetooth function
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Getting Started
Playable discs on this unit
This unit can play CD-DA (also containing CD
TEXT) and CD-RlCD-RW (MP3/WMA files
(page
25».
Type of discs Label on the disc
CD-DA
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DIGITAL AUDIO
DIGITAL AUDIO
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DIGITAL AUDIO
DIGITAL AUDIO
MP3
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WMA
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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 NOTICEI
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 acall 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 aservice 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.
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.
Detach the front panel (page 7) and press the
RESET button (page 12) with a pointed object,
such as aball-point pen.
Note
Pressing the RESET button will erase the clocksetting
and some stored contents.

Canceling the DEMO mode
You can cancel the demonstration display which
appears during turning off.
1Press and hold the select button.
The setup display appears.
2Rotate the control dial until "DEMO"
appears, then press it.
3Rotate the control dial to select
"DEMO-OFF," then press it.
The setting
is complete.
4Press ~(BACK).
The display returns
to normal reception/play
mode.
Preparing the card remote
commander
Remove the insulation film.
Tip
For how to replace the battery, see page 26.
Setting the clock
The clock uses a12-hour digital indication.
1Press and hold the select button.
The setup display appears.
2Rotate the control dial until "CLOCK-
ADJ" appears, then press it.
The hour indication flashes.
3Rotate the control dial to set the hour
and minute.
To move the digital indication, press
(SEEK)
-/+.
4After setting the minute, press the
select button.
The setup
is complete and the clock starts.
To display the clock, press (DSPL). Press
( DSPL) again to return to the previous display.
Tip
You can set the clock automatically with the RDS
feature (page 16).
Detaching the front panel
You can detach the front panel of this unit to
prevent theft.
Caution alarm
If you tum the ignition switch to the OFF
position without detaching the front panel, the
caution alarm will sound for afew seconds.
The alarm will only sound if the built-in
amplifier is used.
1Press and hold (SOURCE/OFF).
The unit is turned off.
2Press ~,then pull it off towards you.
Notes
• Do not drop or put excessive pressure on the front
panel
and display window.
•Do
not subject the front panel to heatlhigh
temperature ormoisture. Avoidleaving itin aparked
caroron adashboard/rear tray. •
Attaching the front panel
Engage part ® of the front panel with part ® of
the unit, as illustrated, and push the left side into
position until it clicks.
Note
Do not put anything on the innersurface of the front
panel.
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Quick Guide for Bluetooth function
For full details on operation, see "Bluetooth (Handsfree calling and Music streaming)" (page 17) and
the Bluetooth device operating instructions.
3 steps to Bluetooth function
oPairing
First, register (pair) Bluetooth device (cellular phone, etc.) with this unit. Pairing is no longer
required after the first time.
eConnection
After pairing is made, connect this unit and the Bluetooth device. Depending on the device,
connection is automatically made along with the pairing.
eHandsfree calling and Music streaming
You can make/receive ahandsfree call, or listen to audio through this unit.
Support site
http://esupport.sony.com
http://www.sony.com/mobileAV

Buttons and icons
Icon status descriptions
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~(MODE)
Icons
~(PAUSE)
0Lit Bluetooth signal on.
0
"0/;
Flashing Pairing standby mode.
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None Bluetooth signal off.
~'"
Lit Connected to acellular phone.
~'"
,,\ t I"
~ ~,,:.
Flashing Connection in progress.
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None No cellular phone connected for handsfree calling.
~'"
Lit Connected to adevice.
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" 3\\;
Flashing Connection in progress.
:. ~ :.:
.... , 1\"
None No device connected for music streaming.
~
Lit Some unread SMS messages exist.
,\" /
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Flashing Anew SMS message has been received.
/" \'
None No unread SMS messages exist.
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o Pairing
Operated
equipment
1
Operation
Press and hold CID).
2
3
4
5
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Search for this unit.
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If passkey input is required on the display of the device to be connected,
input "0000."
Follow the display directions.
,(Pairing successful)
e Connection
Operated Operation
equipment
1
1i9d
I:QI
Press CID).
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i
2
~
Connect to this unit using acellular phone.
~I
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Connect to this unit using an audio device.
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Note
You can connect from this unit to aBluetooth device (page 18).
10 If you cannot connect from this unit to the Bluetooth device, startpairing again.

e Handsfree calling and Music streaming -
~ Handsfree calling
To
Receive acall/end acall
Reject acall
Redial
Transfer acall
Q
!!I Music streaming
To
Listen
Play/pause (AVRCP)*
Skip tracks (AVRCP)*
Operation
Press ~.
Press and hold (SOURCE/OFF) for Isecond.
1Press
(SOURCE/OFF) repeatedly until "BT PHONE"
appears.
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2Press and hold \. .
Press
(MODE).
Operation
1Press (SOURCE/OFF) repeatedly until "BT AUDIO"
appears.
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2Start playback on the audio device.
Press ®(PAUSE).
Press~/~.
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*Operation may differ depending on the audio device.
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Location of controls and basic operations
Main unit
This section contains instructions on the location
of controls and basic operations.
For details, see the respective pages.
[I] SEEK +/- buttons
Radio:
To tune in stations automatically (press); find
astation manually (press and hold).
CD:
To skip tracks (press); skip tracks
continuously (press, then press again within
about Isecond and hold); fast-forward/
reverse atrack (press and hold).
Bluetooth audio device*1:
To skip tracks (press); fast-forward/reverse a
track (press and hold).
~ CALL button page 19
Bluetooth phone*2:
To list the phonebook (press); list the call
history (press and hold).
Radio/CD/AUXfBluetooth audio:
To change the source to Bluetooth phone.
~ SOURCE/OFF button*3
Press to turn on the power/change the source
(Radio/CD/AUXIBluetooth audiolBluetooth
phone).
Press for Isecond to turn off the power.
Press for more than 2seconds
to turn offthe
power and the display disappears.
@] Control diaVselect I\. (handsfree)
button page
19,20,22,23
To adjust volume (rotate); select setup items
(press and rotate); receive/end acall (press).
[ID Disc slot
Insert the disc (label side up), playback
starts.
lID Display window
[1] AUX input jack page 24
To connect aportable audio device.
[§] ~ (eject) button
To eject the disc.
[ID ~ (front panel release) button page 7
IIQI ~ (BACK)/MODE button*3 page 9,15,
19,20
Press to return to the previous display/select
the radio band (FM/AM).
[j] BT (BLUETOOTH) button page 9, 17,
18
For Bluetooth signal on/off (press), pairing
(press and hold).
[j]] PTY/CAT*4 button page 15
To select PTY in RDS.

~ Number buttons
Radio:
To receive stored stations (press); store
stations (press and hold).
CD:
CD/(%): ALBUM -/+ (during MP3IWMA
playback)
To skip albums (press); skip albums
continuously (press and hold).
®: REP*s page 16
0: SHUF page 16
@:PAUSE
To pause playback. To cancel, press
again.
Bluetooth
audio device*1:
CD/(%): ALBUM -/+
To skip albums (press); skip albums
continuously (press and hold).
®: REP page 21
0: SHUF page 21
@:PAUSE
To pause playback. To cancel, press
agam.
Bluetooth phone:
To receive stored dials (press); store preset
dials (press and hold).
®: MIC (during acall) page 20
To set the MIC Gain (press); to select
Echo Canceller/Noise Canceller mode
(press and hold).
IHl DSPL (display)/SCRL (scroll) button
page 15, 16, 18
To change display items (press); scroll the
display item (press and hold).
I1§] Receptor for the card remote
commander
Ml RESET button (located behind the front
panel) page 6
!1ZI Microphone page 19
Note
Do not cover the microphone, the handsfree
function may not work properly.
*1 When aBluetooth audio device (supports AVRCP
of Bluetooth technology) is connected. Depending
on the device, certain operations
may not be
available.
*2 When acellular
phone (supports PBAP of
Bluetooth technology) is connected.
*3
If an HD Radio tuner or SAT tuner is connected:
when
(SOURCE/OFF) is pressed, the connected
device ("HD," 'XM" or "SR') will appear in the
display. Furthermore,
if ( MODE) is pressed, you
can switch the HD Radio tuner band or SATtuner
band.
*4 When the
SAT tuner is connected.
*5This button has atactile dot.
Note
If the unit is turned off and the displaydisappears, it
cannot be operated with the card remote commander
unless (SOURCE/OFF) on the unit is pressed, or adisc
is inserted to activate the
unit first.

RM-X304 Card Remote
Commander
51--l---
Remove the insulation film before use (page 7).
[I] OFF button
To turn off the power; stop the source.
[g] SOURCE button*1
To turn on the power; change the source
(Radio/CD/ AUXlBluetooth audio/Bluetooth
phone).
[ID .. ( ..... )/ .. (~) buttons
To control Radio/CDlBluetooth audio, the
same as (SEEK) -/+ on the unit.
Setup, sound setting, etc., can be operated by
.....
@] DSPl (display) button
To change display items.
lID VOL (volume) +*2/_ button
To adjust volume.
[§] ATT (attenuate) button
To attenuate the sound. To cancel, press
again.
[l] MODE button*1
To select the radio band (FM/ AM).
[ID SEl (select)I\./!::! (handsfree) button
The same as the select button on the unit.
~ t(+V.(-)buttons
To control CDlBluetooth audio, the same as
G)/® (ALBUM -/+) on the unit.
Setup, sound setting, etc., can be operated by
t •.
I1Q] SCRl (scroll) button
To scroll the display item.
[1J Number buttons
To receive stored stations (press); store
stations (press and hold).
*1 If an HO Radio tuner or SAT tuner is connected:
when (
SOURCE) is pressed, the connected device
tHO:' "XM" or "SR'? will appear in the display.
Furthermore,
if ( MODE) is pressed, you can switch
the
HO Radio tuner band or SAT tunerband.
*2 This button has atactile dot.

Radio
Storing and receiving stations
Caution
When tuning in stations while driving, use Best
Tuning Memory (BTM) to prevent an accident.
Storing automatically - BTM
1Press (SOURCE/OFF) repeatedly until
"TUNER" appears.
To change the band, press (MODE)
repeatedly. You can select from FMI, FM2,
PM3,
AMI or AM2.
2Press and hold the select button.
The setup display appears.
3Rotate the control dial until "8TM"
appears, then press it.
The unit stores stations in order of frequency
on the number buttons.
Abeep sounds when the setting is stored.
Storing manually
1While receiving the station that you
want
to store, press and hold a
number button (CD to ®) until
"MEM" appears.
Note
Ifyou try to store anotherstation on the same number
button, the previously stored station will be replaced.
Receiving the stored stations
1Select the band, then press anumber
button (CD
to ®).
Overview
FM stations with Radio Data System (RDS)
service send inaudible digital information along
with the regular radio program signal.
Display items
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oRadio band, Function
eProgram service name, Clock, Frequency*,
Preset number
*While receiving the RDS station, "*,,is displayed on
the left of the frequency indication.
To change display items e, press (DSPUSCRL).
RDS services
This unit automatically provides RDS services as
follows:
PTY (Program Types)
Displays the currently received program type. •
Also searches your selected program type.
CT (Clock Time)
The
CT data from the RDS transmission sets
the clock.
Notes
•Depending on the country/region, not all RDS
functions may
be available.
•RDS will
not work if the signalstrength is too weak,
or if the station you are tuned to is not transmitting
RDSdata.
Selecting PTY
1Press (PTY) during FM reception.
Tuning automatically
1Selectthe band, then press ( SEEK) +/-
to search for the station.
Scanning stops when the unit receives a
station. Repeat this procedure until the
desired station is received.
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Tip
Ifyou know the frequency of the station you want to
listen to, press and hold ( SEEK) +/- to locate the
approximate frequency, then press (SEEK) +1-
repeatedly to fine adjust to the desired frequency
(manual tuning).
The current program type name appears if the
station is transmitting PTY data.
2Rotate the control dial until the
desired program type appears, then
press it.
The unit starts to search for astation
broadcasting the selected program type.
continue to next page -+
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Type of programs
NEWS (News), INFORM (Infonnation),
SPORTS (Sports), TALK (Talk), ROCK
(Rock), CLS ROCK (Classic Rock), ADLT
HIT (Adult Hits), SOFT RCK (Soft Rock),
TOP 40 (Top 40), COUNTRY (Country),
OLDIES (Oldies), SOFT (Soft), NOSTALGA
(Nostalgia), JAZZ (Jazz), CLASSICL
(Classical),
RAND B(Rhythm and Blues),
SOFT R B (Soft Rhythm and Blues),
LANGUAGE (Foreign Language), REL
MUSC (Religious Music), REL TALK
(Religious Talk), PERSNLTY (Personality),
PUBLIC (Public), COLLEGE (College),
WEATHER (Weather)
Notes
• You cannot use this function in countrieslregions
where no
PTY data is available.
•
You mayreceive adifferent radio program from the
one you select.
Setting CT
1Set "CT-ON" in setup (page 23).
Notes
•The CT function maynot work even though an RDS
station is being received.
•There mightbe adifference between the time setby
the
CT function and the actual time.
Display items
oSource
°Track name*1, Disc/artist name*l, Artist
name*l, Album number*2, Album name*l,
Track numberlElapsed playing time, Clock
*IThe information of a CD TEXT, MP3IWMA is
displayed.
*2 Album number
is displayedonly when the album is
changed.
To change display items 0, press (DSPUSCRL).
Tip
Displayeditems maydiffer depending on the disc type,
recording format
and settings. For details on MP3/
WMA, see page 25.
Repeat and shuffle play
1During playback, press G) (REP) or
ill (SHUF) repeatedly until the
desired setting appears.
Select
c:; TRACK
c:; ALBUM*
SHUF ALBUM*
SHUF DISC
To play
track repeatedly.
album repeatedly.
album in random order.
disc in random order.
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*When an MP3IWMA is played.
To return to normal play mode, select" c:; OFF"
or "SHUF OFF."

Bluetooth (Handsfree calling
and Music streaming)
Bluetooth operations
3Set the Bluetooth device to search for
this unit.
Alist of detected devices appears in the
display
of the device to be connected. This
unit is displayed as "Sony Automotive" on
the device to be connected.
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4 If Passkey* input is required on the
display
of the device to be connected,
input "0000."
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This unit and the Bluetooth device memorize
each other's information, and when pairing is
made, the unit is ready for connection to the
device.
If the device supports Bluetooth •
version 2.1, passkey input is not required.
Input passkey.
"0000"
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"0" flashes and then stays lit after pairing is
complete.
SSet the Bluetooth device to connect to
this unit.
"lil~" or "B~" appears when the connection is
made.
*Passkey maybe called "passcode:' "PIN code," "PIN
number"
or "Password:'etc., depending on the
device.
Notes
•While connecting to aBluetooth device, this unit
cannot be detected from anotherdevice.
To enable
detection, enterthe pairingmode
and search for this
unit from anotherdevice.
•Itmay take time to search or connect.
•Depending on the device, the confirmation display
of
the connection appears before inputting the
passkey.
•The time limit for inputting the passkeydiffers
depending on the device.
•This unit cannot be connected to adevice that
supports only HSP (Head
Set Profile).
Support site
http://esupport.sony.com
http://www.sony.com/mobileAV
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Pairing
To use the Bluetooth function, the following
procedure
is necessary.
oPairing
When connecting Bluetooth devices for the
first time, mutual registration is required. This
is called "pairing." Registration is required
only for the first time, as this unit and the
other devices will recognize each other
automatically thereafter.
You can pair up to 9
devices. (Depending on the device, you may
need
to input apasskey for each connection.)
eConnection
To use the device after pairing is made, start
the connection. Sometimes pairing allows for
connection automatically.
eHandsfree calling and Music
streaming
You can talk handsfree and listen to music
when the connection is made.
First, register (pair) aBluetooth device (cellular
phone, etc.) with this unit. You can pair up to 9
devices. Once pairing is established, there is no
need for pairing again.
1Place the Bluetooth device within 1 m
(3 ft) of this unit.
2Press and hold (ill until "0 "flashes
(more than 2seconds).
The unit enters pairing standby mode.
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About Bluetooth icons
The following icons are used by this unit.
Lit: Bluetooth signal is on.
0Flashing: Pairing
is in standby mode.
None: Bluetooth signal is off.
Lit: Connected to acellular
phone.
~~
Flashing: Connection is in progress.
None: No cellular phone is
connected for handsfree
calling.
Lit: Connected
to adevice.
~~
Flashing: Connection is in progress.
None: No device is connected for
music streaming.
Lit: Some unread SMS
messages exist.
~
Flashing: Anew SMS message has
been received.
None: No unread SMS messages
exist.
Signal strength status
of
T.. ..
connected cellular phone.*
Remaining battery status of
~ ... :connected cellular phone.*
* Turns off withouthandsfree connection. Differs in the
case
of acellularphone.
Connection
If pairing has already been achieved, start
operation from here.
To switch the Bluetooth signal
output
of this unit to on
To use the Bluetooth function, switch the
Bluetooth signal output
of this unit to on.
1Press @).
Bluetooth signal is activated.
Connecting acellular phone
1Be sure that both this unit and the
cellular phone are switched to
Bluetooth signal on.
2Connect to this unit using the cellular
phone.
"iii""appears when the connection is made.
If you select the Bluetooth Phone source after
the connection is made, the network name
and the connected cellular phone name
appear in the display.
To change display
items, press
(DSPL).
Connecting the last-connected
cellular phone from this unit
1Be sure the cellular phone is switched to
Bluetooth signal on.
2Press
(SOURCE/OFF) repeatedly until "BT
PHONE" appears.
3Press
\. (handsfree).
"~"" flashes while the connection is being
made.
"~"" stays lit when the connection is
made.
Notes
•Some cellularphones require permission to access
theirphonebook data during handsfree connection
to this unit. Obtain permission
via the cellularphone.
•While streaming Bluetooth audio, you cannot
connect from this unit
to the cellularphone. Connect
from the cellularphone to this unit instead. A
connecting noise may be heardoverplayback
sound.
Tips
•With Bluetooth signal on: when the ignition is turned
to on, this unit reconnects automatically
to the last-
connectedcellularphone. But automatic connection
also depends on the cellularphone's specification.
If
automatic connection is notmade, connect
manually.
•
You can also select the Bluetooth Phone source by
press (CALL).
Connecting an audio device
1Be sure that both this unit and the
audio device are switched to
Bluetooth signal on.
2Connect to this unit using the audio
device.
"~"" appears when the connection is made.
Connecting the last-connected audio
device from this unit
1Be sure the audio device is switched to
Bluetooth signal on.
2Press
(SOURCE/OFF) repeatedly until "BT
AUDIO" appears.

3Press ®.
"~~" flashes while the connection is being
made.
"~~" stays lit when the connection is
made.
Handsfree calling
Once the unit is connected to the cellular phone,
you can make/receive handsfree calls by
operating this unit.
Receiving calls
When receiving acall, aringtone is output from
your car speakers. The name or the phone
number appear in the display.
1Press \. (handsfree) when acall is
received with aringtone.
The phone call starts.
Notes
•Depending on the cellularphone, callername may
appear.
•The built-in microphone
of this unit is located on the
rear of the front panel (page 12). Do not cover the
microphone with tape, etc.
Auto Answer setting
You can select an auto answer setting from
"OFF," "1 (about 3seconds)" or "2 (about 10
seconds)" (page 23).
Ringtone setting
You can switch the ringtone from "1 (this unit)"
or "2 (cellular phone)" (page 23).
*Depending on the cellularphone, this unit's ringtone
maybe output even if set to "2 (cellularphone)."
To reject acall
Press and hold ("S"O"U"":"R=-C=E"/O"F==F=") for 1second.
To end acall
Press \. (handsfree) again.
Note
Even if the call is ended, the Bluetooth connection is
not canceled.
Tip
You can also end acall by pressing (SOURCE/OFF) on
this unit for 1second.
Making calls
Calling from the phonebook
When connecting to acellular phone supporting
PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile), you can
access the Phonebook, and make acall.
1Press C
SOURCE/OFF) repeatedly until "BT
PHONE" appears.
2Press C
CALL) .
The phonebook appears.
3Rotate the control dial to select an initial from
the initial list, then press it.
4Rotate the control dial to select aname from
the name list, then press it.
SRotate the control dial to select anumber from
the number list, then press it.
The phone call starts.
Notes
•The phonebook may not be displayedcorrectly
when cellularphone's phonebook is deleted.
•Depending on the cellularphone, displayedcontacts
on the unit maydiffer from the phonebook
of the
cellularphone.
Note on phonebookdata
Priorto disposal or changing ownership of your car
with this unitstillinstalled, be sure topress the RESET
button to erase all the phonebookdata in this unit to
preventpossible unauthorized access. Disconnecting
the power supplylead will also erase all the
phonebook data.
Calling from the call history
1Press C SOURCE/OFF) repeatedly until "BT
PHONE" appears.
2Press and hold C
CALL) .
Alist of the call history appears. •
3Rotate the control dial to select aname and
phone number from the call history, then press
it.
The phone call starts.
Notes
• You can call from the call history (up to 20).
•The call historymay not change even if cellular
phone's call historyis deleted.
Calling by phone number input
1Press C SOURCE/OFF) repeatedly until "BT
PHONE" appears.
2Press and hold
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0
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3Rotate the control dial to select the phone
number, and lastly
select" "(space).
4Press
\. (handsfree).
The phone call starts.
Note
':...." appears instead of "#" on the display.
Calling by preset number
You can store up to 6contacts in the preset dial.
For details on how to store, see "Preset dial"
(page 20).
1Press C
SOURCE/OFF) repeatedly until "BT
PHONE" appears.
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2Press anumber button (CD to ®) to select
the contact you want to call.
3Press
\. (handsfree).
The phone call starts.
Calling by redial
1Press (SOURCE/OFF) repeatedly until "BT
PHONE" appears.
2Press and hold
\. (handsfree).
The phone call starts.
Operations during a call
Presetting the volume of the ringtone
and talker's voice
You can preset the volume level of the ringtone
and talker's voice.
To adjust the ringtone volume:
Rotate the control dial while receiving acall.
Ringtone volume can be adjusted.
To adjust the talker's voice volume:
Rotate the control dial during acall. The talker's
voice volume can be adjusted.
Note
If the Bluetooth Phone source is selected, rotating the
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control dial will only adjust the talker's volume.
Mic Gain adjustment
You can adjust the volume for other party. Press
®to adjust the volume levels ("MIC-LOW,"
"MIC-MID," "MIC-HI").
Note
Configurable during acall.
EC/NC Mode (Echo Canceller/Noise
Canceller Mode)
You can reduce echo and noise.
Press and hold
®/ to select to "ECINC-l" or
"ECINC-2."
Note
Configurable during acall.
Call transfer
In order to activate/deactivate the appropriate
device (this unit/cellular phone), check the
following.
1Press (MODE) or use your cellular
phone.
For details on cellular phone operation, refer to
your cellular phone manual.
Note
Depending on the cellularphone, handsfree
connection may be cut off when call transfer is
20 attempted.
Preset dial
Contacts (up to 6) in the phonebook of acellular
phone can be stored in the preset dial.
1Press (SOURCE/OFF) repeatedly until
"BT PHONE" appears.
2Press and hold a number button (CD
to ®) to select the preset number to
store.
"P (preset number) WAITING" appears.
3Send the phone book data by
operating
the cellular phone.
The contact is stored in the selected preset
number.
Voice dial activation
You can activate voice dialing with acellular
phone connected to this unit by saying the voice
tag stored on the cellular phone, then make acall.
1Press (SOURCE/OFF) repeatedly until
"BT PHONE" appears.
2Press \. (handsfree).
"VOICE DIAL" appears.
3Say the voicetag stored on the cellular
phone.
Your voice is recognized, and the call is
made.
Notes
• Check that the unit and cellular phone are
connected beforehand.
•Store avoice
tag on your cellular phone beforehand.
•
If you activate voice dialing with acellular phone
connected to this unit, this function may not always
work in some cases.
•Noises such as
the engine running may interfere
with sound recognition. In order to improve
recognition,
operate under conditions where noise is
minimized.
•Voice dialing
may not work in some situations,
depending on the effectiveness
of the cellular
phone's recognition function.
For details, see the
support site (page 17).
Tips
• Speak in the same way as you did when you stored
the voice tag.
•Store avoice tag while
seated in the car, via this unit
with "BT PHONE" source selected.