Sony MEX-BT39UW User manual

The MEX-BT39UW CD receiver with integrated Bluetooth® technology6 gives you all-
in-one hands-free calling, streaming audio capabilities and USB 1-Wire connectivity.
Connect, control and charge your iPod®2, iPhone®2, Walkman® player or other
compatible USB devices5. This receiver also supports MP3, WMA and AAC playback1
and lets you add satellite radio3 or HD Radio™4 to your system.
MEX-BT39UW MEX-BT39UW Bluetooth® CD Receiver
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• Detach face with LCD display and front aux input
• MP3/WMA/AAC music le playback1
• Bluetooth® technology with HFP, A2DP, OPP and AVRCP support6
• USB 1-Wire for iPod®2, iPhone®2 and USB music devices5
• Intuitive Quick-BrowZer® and ZAPPIN™ search features
• Satellite radio3/HD Radio™ ready4 using Sony® Bus
• Advanced Sound Engine with EQ7
• 2V front, rear and sub pre-amp output with HPF/LPF
• Radio Data System
• Selectable Key Illumination
• Wireless card remote included (RM-X172)
Features
Detach face with front aux in
The easy-to-read single line LCD display shows clock, station ID and track data when playing back your
digital music les from the internal CD drive or USB input. Front auxiliary input lets you connect almost
any portable audio device to your car's sound system.
MP3/WMA/AAC music playback1
Play CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs, including discs loaded with digital MP3, WMA and AAC music les1.
Integrated Bluetooth® technology6
Taking calls and enjoying streaming audio has never been easier with the MEX-BT39UW receiver with
Bluetooth® technology6. Connect compatible devices and easily choose between Hands Free and Phone
Book Access or Audio Streaming.
Front USB 1-Wire5
Connect, charge, and control your iPod®2, iPhone®2, Walkman® player or other compatible USB devices5
via the USB 1-Wire jack in the front of the unit. You can also view metadata like song title and artist on
the front display.
Intuitive Search Features
Use Quick-BrowZer® feature 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.
Satellite Radio3/HD Radio™ Ready4
The MEX-BT3900U integrates seamlessly with Satellite Radio3 and HD Radio™4 using Sony® Bus adaptors
so you can receive digital satellite radio or HD Radio broadcasts.
Advanced Sound Engine
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 create an ideal in-car listening environment.
RCA outputs for external ampliers

Specications
Amplier Section
Max power output 52 watts x 4 at 4 ohms
Speaker Impedance 4-8 Ohms
Audio
Band AM / FM
Digital-to-Analog Converter 24bit
Equalizer EQ7: 7 band EQ with +/- 6 dB adjustment at: 63, 160, 400, 1000, 2500, 6300 and 16000 Hz
Format(s) Supported MP3/WMA/AAC les1
Frequency Response 10-20,000Hz
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: Tuner Frequency Range(MHz): 87.5-107.9
AM: Tuner Frequency Range(kHz): 530-1710
Tuner Type SSIR-EXA with RDS
Volume Control Tel/Nav Attenuation Circuitry
Wow and Flutter Below measurable limit
Convenience
Tilt Range 0-45° mounting angle
Convenience Features
CD Text Display CD/MP3/WMA/AAC data displayed
Dimmer Adjust Selectable on/o
Key Illumination Selectable blue or red
On-Screen Clock 12H
Display
Display Color Black color / Negative
Technology LCD
Text Displayed Source, artist, track, playback time, menu, clock and Bluetooth® data
Text Lines 1 line of information
General
Color Piano Black
When you’re ready to expand your sound system, the MEX-BT3900U oers front, rear and subwoofer
pre-amp RCA outputs for external ampliers. Set the built in electronic HPF/LPF crossovers to improve
sound quality and reduce system distortion.
Radio Data System
Radio Data System (RDS) feature displays radio broadcast information such as artist and track
information when listening to compatible AM/FM stations.
Key Illumination
Selectable red or blue key illumination helps you locate buttons quickly during evening playback.
Wireless card remote
Control your Xplod™ CD receiver while keeping your eyes on the road with the included wireless card
remote (RM-X172).

Disc Capacity 1
Inputs and Outputs
12V Trigger Output(s) Power antenna
Amplier turn on
Antenna Terminal(s) AM/FM Antenna Input Terminal
Audio In
Front Aux in with variable level
Front USB input
Sony Bus terminal
Digital Audio Input(s)
-Ability to use all forms of USB devices may vary as not all devices are compatible.
-This unit can be connected to the following iPods. Update your iPod to the latest software before you use it.
-iPod Nano 1st generation*
-iPod Nano 2nd generation (aluminum)
-iPod Nano 3rd generation (video)
-iPod 5th generation (video)*
-iPod Classic
-iPod Touch
-iPhone
-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.
-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, Rear and Sub RCA pre-amp outputs
Remote Jack Optional wired remote input terminal
USB Port(s) Front USB - Full Speed
Power
Current Drain 3 - 5 amps
Input Voltage 12 V DC car battery (negative ground)
Output Power 52W x4 Watts Max Power - CEA2006 Standard Power Output: 17 Watts RMS per channel into 4 Ohms, 4 channels driven
from 20 Hz to 20 kHz with less than 1% THD+N.
Tuner
FM Usable Sensitivity 10 dBf
Frequency Response FM: 20-15,000 Hz
S/N Ratio 70 dB (mono)
Selectivity 75 dB at 400 kHz
Stereo Separation 40 dB at 1 KHz
Weights and Measurements
Dimensions (Approx.) 178 x 50 x 179mm
Weight (Approx.) 1.2 kg (2 lb. 11 oz.)
Supplied Accessories
Supplied Accessories Parts for installation and connections (1 set)
CD-ROM (application disc)
Optional Accessories
Optional Accessories
CD changer (6 discs): CDX-T69
Source selector: XA-C40
Aux-in selector: XA-300
HD Radio® tuner: XT-100HD
iPod® USB cable: RC-100IP
Wired external microphone: XA-MC10

1. Not all MP3, WMA, AAC les may playback due to le variations. Copyright protected ACC-LC les cannot be played back.
2. Ability to use all generations of iPod products may vary as not all products are compatible.
3. Satellite radio service requires a satellite radio tuner and service subscription, sold separately.
4. HD Radio™ capability requires an optional HD Radio tuner (XT-100HD).
5. Ability to use all forms of USB devices may vary as not all devices are compatible.
6. Not all Bluetooth enabled devices may communicate with each other.
© 2010 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, Quick-BrowZer, Walkman, Xplōd, ZAPPIN, and the Sony and Xplōd logos are trademarks
of Sony. iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc. Bluetooth is a trademark of Bluetooth SIG. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. Features and specications are subject to change without notice.
Non-metric weights and measures are approximate and may vary.
April 28, 2011 4:24 PM