Sony MEX-BT3100P User manual

Enjoy wireless Bluetooth® connectivity9 and control select smartphone apps8 with
App Remote. Now you can stream music, make hands-free calls and control
certain apps through your receiver. Go even further with Pandora® internet radio4
and front USB 1-wire connectivity2 that lets you control the music.
Bluetooth®/App Remote Radio w/Pandora®
• Integrated Bluetooth® with Simple Secure Pairing9
• App Remote for iPhone®8 & Android™ smartphones8
• Front USB in for iPod®3, iPhone®3 & other USB devices2
• Pandora® internet radio app control4
• Hands Free calling external mic included
• SiriusXM™ Satellite radio connector ready5
• Intuitive Quick-BrowZer® and ZAPPIN™ search features
• CD and MP3/WMA/AAC music le playback1 with DM+
• Advanced Sound Engine with EQ7 & HPF/LPF crossovers
• Automatic Level Optimizer balances levels between tracks
• Detachable faceplate with LCD display & front aux input
• Hi-power 52 watt x 4 Dynamic Reality Amp
• 2 Volt front and rear/sub selectable preamp outputs
• Digital Clarity Tuner with Radio Data System (RDS)
• Convenient wireless remote (RM-X231)
• Blue key illumination
• Steering wheel remote control input ready7
Features
Integrated Bluetooth® Technology
Take calls and stream audio with the MEX-BT3100P receiver’s Bluetooth® technology9. Connect to
compatible devices and choose from hands free phone access, phonebook access, Pandora®
internet radio control4 or streaming audio. Display icons light up to indicate incoming text
messages, signal strength and battery level of your connected smartphone.
Easily access select smartphone apps8
The exclusive App Remote feature combines music and select smartphone apps8 into a single
source list that can be safely displayed & controlled directly from your receiver. App content is
displayed on your smartphone while audio content plays through your speakers. App Remote
can also read incoming Android™ text messages aloud through your speakers.
Versatile front USB 1-wire input cable
Connect, control and charge your Walkman®, iPod®3, iPhone®3, Android™6, Blackberry®6, or other
compatible USB device2 while accessing your digital music les via the front USB input. You can
also view metadata like song title and artist on the front display.
Pandora® Internet Radio Control4
Pandora® is the leading internet radio service, giving people music they love anytime, anywhere,
through personalized radio stations. The MEX-BT3100P provides complete access to your Pandora
account using your iPhone®, Android™ or Blackberry® smartphones4.
Hands Free with noise cancelling
The included hands-free microphone and integrated echo and noise canceling circuitry assure
your conversations are clear.
SiriusXM™ Satellite radio ready5
The on-board SiriusXM™ connector5 simplies satellite radio installation by eliminating
compatibility issues and providing direct connection to the new platform of tuners.
Intuitive music search features
Use Quick-BrowZer® to nd music by artist, album, genre, song or playlist. Jump Mode allows you
to fast forward through a category in 10% increments while the ZAPPIN™ feature can play a 6, 9,
or 30 second intro clip to help you nd a specic song.
Plays CDs and popular digital les1
MEX-BT3100P
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Specications
Amplier Section
Max power output 52 watts x 4 at 4 ohms
Power Ad Hoc
CEA2006 Standard Power: 17 Watts RMS per channel
into 4 Ohms, 4 channels driven from 20 Hz to 20 kHz with
less than 1% THD+N.
Speaker
Impedance 4-8 Ohms
AMP & General Feature
Automatic Level
Optimizer Yes
Aux-In Front
DM+ (Codec
enhancer) Yes (Gen2.1)
EQ EQ7: 7 band EQ with +/- 6 dB adjustment at 63 Hz, 160
Hz, 400 Hz, 1000 Hz, 2.5 kHz, 6.3 kHz and 16 kHz.
High Pass Filter Selectable on/o at: 50, 60, 80, 100 or 120 Hz.
Loudness Dynamic
Low Pass Filter Selectable on/o at: 50, 60, 80, 100 or 120 Hz.
Output Power
(4ohm, 1kHz,16V)
(W)
52 watts x 4
Pre Out (2) Front+Rear/Sub switchable
Rear/Sub initial Sub
Rear Bass
Enhancer Yes
Sirius/XM
Connector Yes
Multi-format playback lets you play your MP3, WMA, or AAC songs1. Hear digital music les in
their original vibrancy with DM+ (Digital Music Plus), a Sony® codec enhancer that reproduces
detailed frequencies from compressed audio les.
Custom sound settings with EQ7
The Advanced Sound Engine uses EQ7 equalizer, adjustable LPF/HPF crossovers, Listener Position
calibration, DM+ advanced sound restoration, Rear Bass Enhancer, and Dynamic Loudness
volume leveler to deliver an impressive listening experience.
Smooth playback transitions
Automatic Level Optimizer analyzes each tracks playback levels and adjusts output level to
optimize transitions between tracks and sources.
Convenient control panel design
The easy-to-read single line LCD display shows source information, clock, station ID and track
data when playing back digital les from CD, streaming audio or external USB devices. Front
auxiliary input lets you connect almost any portable audio device to your car's sound system.
Powerful in-dash amplication
The internal Dynamic Reality Amp delivers 52 watts x 4 to your interior speakers, allowing you to
crank up the volume while maintaining low distortion, low noise levels and smooth frequency
response. Your music isn’t just louder, its clearer too.
RCA outputs for system expansion
When you’re ready to expand your system, the MEX-BT3100P oers 2 volt front and rear/sub
selectable pre-amp RCA outputs for external ampliers. The adjustable subwoofer level control
also lets you dial in the bass when you’re ready to pump it up.
The immaculate reception
The Digital Clarity Tuner delivers industry leading signal to noise ratios, lower interference, better
multipath rejection and better stereo separation. The RDS feature displays broadcast information
when listening to compatible AM/FM stations.
Convenient wireless remote included
Control your receiver while keeping your eyes on the road with the included wireless card remote
(RM-X231).
Button Illumination
Blue key illumination helps you locate buttons quickly during evening playback.
Steering wheel control ready input7
This receiver is compatible with aermarket remote control adapters7 designed to utilize the
vehicles existing, primary radio controls directly from the steering wheel. The 1/8” rear panel
mounted remote input jack allows for simple connectivity.

Subwoofer Direct
Connection Yes
Time Alignment
Custom Adjustable
Time Alignment
Preset Yes
USB Front
Audio
Band AM / FM
Equalizer EQ7: 7 band EQ with +/- 6 dB adjustment at 63 Hz, 160
Hz, 400 Hz, 1000 Hz, 2.5 kHz, 6.3 kHz and 16 kHz.
Format(s)
Supported MP3/WMA/AAC les1
Preout Impedance 220 ohms
Preout Voltage 2 volt
S/N Ratio Audio Power: CEA2006 S/N 80 dBA
Signal-to-Noise
Ratio (dB) CD: 120 dB
Station Preset(s) 18 FM / 12 AM
Tuner Frequency
Range FM (MHz): 87.5-107.9
AM (kHz): 530-1710
Tuner Type Digital clarity tuner with RDS
Wow and Flutter Below measurable limit
AUX in Feature
Level Adjustment -8dB / +18dB
Bluetooth Features
# of records
connected 9 (HFP+Audio)
Call History (# of) 20 numbers
Call history browse
with PBAP Yes
Call Volume Level
Control Yes
Connection Status
(maximum #) (1) HFP/PBAP+ (1) Audio
Echo/Noise
Canceller Mode 1 or 2
Internal Ringtone 1 (Sony Ericsson PCM)
Last dialed call Yes
MIC GAIN
Adjustment Low/Mid/Hi
Phonebook
Access via PBAP Yes
RF ON/OFF Yes
ring alert select Internal/Cellular
ring volume level
control Yes
speed dial 6x1=6 memories
Bluetooth Audio Features
Audio Codec SBC/MP3
Audio Level
Adjustment -8dB - +18dB
CUE/REV Yes
Meta Data
Indication Yes
PAUSE Yes
TRACK +/- Yes
Bluetooth
Secure Simple
Pairing Yes
Version Bluetooth Version 2.1
Convenience
Tilt Range 0-45° mounting angle
Convenience Features
Dimmer Adjust Manual
Key Illumination Blue
On-Screen Clock 12H
Display
Display Color Black / Variable Color
Display
Technology LCD
Text Displayed Source, artist, track, playback time, menu, clock,
Pandora® and Bluetooth® data
Text Lines 1 line of information
Display Panel
Auto o mode Yes
Dimmer Adjust Manual
Key Illumination
Initial Blue
Panel Design
Display color
(Color Variation/
Nega or Posi)
Black color/Negative
Display Device
(LCD/FL/OEL/TFT) LCD
Key Illumination Blue
Panel nish color Black
USB Shutter Yes
Feature
CODEC (for USB) MP3, WMA, AAC
Jump Mode Yes
List Browsing
(Folders/Files) Yes
Pause Yes
Repeat OFF/ TRACK/ ALBUM
Resume Play Yes
Shue OFF/ALBUM/DEVICE
ZAPPIN Yes
General
CEA2006 output
power 17

CEA2006 S/N 80
Dimensions
(WxHxD) (mm) 178x50x177
Maximum output
power (4ohm,
1kHz, 16V)(W)
52
Mounting
dimensions
(WxHxD)(mm)
182x53x160
Preout impedance
(ohms) 220
Preout output level
(V) 2
Weight (kg) 1.2
Inputs and Outputs
12V Trigger
Output(s) Power remote on
Antenna
Terminal(s) AM/FM Antenna Input Terminal
Audio In Front Aux in with variable level
Front USB input
SiriusXM™ connector
Digital Audio
Input(s)
Ability to use all forms of USB devices may vary as not
all devices are compatible. This unit is compliant with
MSC (Mass Storage Class) and MTP (Media Transfer
Protocol) type USB devices compliant with the USB
standard. This unit cannot recognize USB devices via a
USB hub.
This unit can be connected to the following iPods.
Update your iPod to the latest soware before you use it.
iPod Nano 1st - 6th generation
iPod Touch 1st - 4th generation
iPod Classic
iPod with video
iPhone
iPhone 3G
iPhone 3GS
iPhone 4
iPhone 4S
If you have any questions or problems concerning your
unit that are not covered in the owners manual, consult
your nearest Sony dealer.
Infrared Port Wireless remote
RCA Audio
Output(s)
Front and selectable Rear/Subwoofer RCA pre-amp
outputs
Remote Jack Optional wired remote terminal
USB Port(s) Front
iPod Control Feature
Accessory
Information Yes
CODEC (for iPod) Depend on iPod® content
List Browsing
(Folders / Files) Quick-BrowZer®
Pandora Link (USB) Yes
Passenger Control Yes
Pause Yes
Repeat Track, Album, Artist, Playlist, Genre, Podcast
Resume Play Yes
Shue Track, Album, Artist, Playlist, Genre, Podcast
ZAPPIN Yes
USB Capable
USB Mass Storage
Device Yes
Instruction Manual Language
English Yes
French Yes
Other Features
Device Name Sony Automotive
Network Carrier
Information Yes
Pandora Link (BT) Yes
SMS Indication Yes
Card Remote ( ):
Option RM-X231
CD lock mode Yes
Clock 12H
Rotary
commander (
):Option
Optional wired remote input
Security Detachable
Prole
A2DP Version1.2
AVRCP Version1.3
HFP 1.5 Yes
PBAP Yes
SPP Yes
Tuner
FM Usable
Sensitivity 8 dBf
Frequency
Response FM: 20-15,000 Hz
S/N Ratio 80 dB (stereo)
Selectivity 75 dB at 400 kHz
Stereo Separation 50 dB at 1 KHz
FM: Channel
separation (dB) 50 dB at 1 kHz
FM: Frequency
response (Hz) 20 - 15k
FM: Intermediate
frequency (MHz) 25 KHz
FM: S/N ratio
(mono) (dB) 80 dB stereo
FM: Selectivity
(400 kHz) (dB) 75 dB

FM: Tuning range
(MHz) 87.5-107.9
FM: Usable
sensitivity (75
ohm) (dBf)
8 dBf
MW: Tuning
range(kHz) 530-1710
MW/LW/SW:
Sensitivity (75
ohm) MW/LW/
SW(uV)
26/-/-
Tuner Feature
Preset FM18/AM12
RDS/EON (NA
Only:RBDS,
Others:RDS)
RBDS
Weights and Measurements
Dimensions
(Approx.) 178 x 50 x 177 mm, 7.125 x 2 x 7 inch (w/h/d)
Dimensions
(Approx) Depth 7" (177 mm)
Dimensions
(Approx) Height 2" (50 mm)
Dimensions
(Approx) Width 7.125" (178 mm)
Weight (Approx.) 1.2 kg (2 lb. 11 oz.)
Supplied Accessories
Supplied
Accessories
Parts for installation and connections (1 set)
RM-X231 wireless remote
Microphone
Optional Accessories
Optional
Accessories
USB connection cable for iPod®: RC-100IP
SiriusXM™ Connect tuner: SXV100

1. Not all les may playback due to le variations. Copyright protected ACC-LC les not supported.
2. Not all USB devices are compatible. Consult www.esupport.sony.com for complete details.
3. Works with iPod touch® (1st – 4th generations), iPod nano® (1st– 6th generations), iPod classic®, iPod with video and iPhone®, 3G, 3GS, 4 and 4S.
4. Works with iPhone® 3G, 3GS, 4 and 4S via USB port, and compatible Blackberry® and Android™ based smartphones via Bluetooth®.
5. Requires tuner and subscription, sold separately.
6. Compatible with Android™ or Blackberry® smartphones supporting Mass Storage Class (MSC) devices, users required to manually select MSC/USB connection in smartphone menu for
proper functionality.
7. Compatibility varies as not all vehicles are compatible; please consult with each interface manufacturer for details.
8. Requires download of free Sony App Remote app for iPhone® from the App Store or for Android™ from Google Play. Users must link compatible apps to the App Remote application
on their phone in order to play the audio signal on the Sony receiver.
9. Interoperability and compatibility among Bluetooth® devices vary.
© 2012 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, ZAPPIN, Walkman, Quick-BrowZer, Dynamic Color Illuminator
and their respective logos are trademarks of Sony. iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and iPhone are trademarks of Apple Inc. PANDORA, the PANDORA logo, and the Pandora trade dress
are trademarks or registered trademarks of Pandora Media, Inc., used with permission. Google, Android, and their respective logos are trademarks of Google Inc. All other trademarks
are trademarks of their respective owners. Features and specications are subject to change without notice. Updated: November 20, 2012