Sony XAV-701BT Product guide

MIC IN*3
Z×Z L / R*7
REVERSE IN
CAMERA
REAR OUT
REMOTE IN*8
SUB OUT
EXT
AUX1 AUDIO
IN
FRONT
AUDIO OUT
REAR
AUDIO OUT
AUX1 IN
AUX2 AUDIO
IN AUX2 IN
Cautions

Run all ground (earth) leads to a common ground
(earth) point.

This unit is designed for negative ground (earth) 12 V
DC operation only.

Do not disassemble or modify the unit.

Do not install in locations which interfere with airbag
operation.

Do not get the leads under a screw, or caught in moving
parts (e.g. seat railing).

Before making connections, turn the car ignition off to
avoid short circuits.

Connect the power supply connection cable to the
unit and speakers before connecting it to the auxiliary
power connector.

Be sure to insulate any loose unconnected leads with
electrical tape for safety.

Do not press on the LCD when installing the unit.

Install the unit with the monitor facing straight forward;
do not install it at a slanted angle.
Notes 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.

If no car circuits are rated high enough, connect the unit
directly to the battery.
Parts list

The numbers in the list correspond to those in the
instructions.

The bracket is attached to the unit before shipping.
Before mounting the unit, use the release keys to
remove the bracket from the unit. For details, see
“Removing the bracket ()” on the reverse side of the
sheet.

Keep the release keys for future use as they are
also necessary if you remove the unit from your
car.

The screws and frames are attached to the unit
before shipping. For details, see “Adjusting the frames
()” on the reverse side.

Assemble the parts of the microphone before use. For
details, see “Installing the microphone ()” on the
reverse side.
Caution
Handle the bracket carefully to avoid injuring your
fingers.

Catch
Note
Before installing, make sure that the catches on both sides of the bracket
are bent inwards 3.5 mm (5/32 in). If the catches are straight or bent
outwards, the unit will not be installed securely and may spring out.
Connection example
Notes (-A)
Be sure to connect the ground (earth) lead before connecting the
amplifier.
The alarm will only sound if the built-in amplifier is used.
Note (-B)
You cannot use multiple auxiliary devices simultaneously, even if they are
connected to different terminals.
Connection diagram
To AMP REMOTE IN of an optional power
amplifier
This connection is only for amplifiers. Connecting any other system
may damage the unit.
To the parking brake switch cord
To an auxiliary device such as a portable media
player, game console, etc. (not supplied)
Tip
You can use an RCA pin cord (not supplied) to connect auxiliary
devices.
To the +12 V power terminal of the car’s rear lamp
lead (only when connecting the rear view
camera)
Warning
If you have a power antenna (aerial) without a relay box,
connecting this unit with the supplied power supply
connection cable may damage the antenna (aerial).
Notes on the control and power supply leads
The power antenna (aerial) control lead (blue) supplies +12 V DC when
you turn on the tuner, or when you activate the AF (Alternative
Frequency) or TA (Traffic Announcement) function.
If your car has a built-in FM/MW/LW antenna (aerial) in the rear/side
glass, connect the power antenna (aerial) control lead (blue) or the
accessory power supply lead (red) to the power terminal of the antenna
(aerial) booster. For details, consult your car dealer.
A power antenna (aerial) without a relay box cannot be used with this
unit.
Memory hold connection
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.
Notes on speaker connection
Before connecting the speakers, turn the unit off.
Use speakers with an impedance of 4 to 8 ohms, and with adequate
power handling capacities to avoid damage.
Do not connect the speaker terminals to the car chassis, or connect the
terminals of the right speakers with those of the left speakers.
Do not connect the ground (earth) lead of this unit to the negative (–)
terminal of a speaker.
Do not attempt to connect the speakers in parallel.
Connect only passive speakers. Connecting active speakers (with
built-in amplifiers) to the speaker terminals may damage the unit.
To avoid a malfunction, do not use the built-in speaker leads installed in
your car if they feature a common negative (–) lead for the right and left
speakers.
Do not connect the unit’s speaker leads to each other.
Notes on connection
If “Output connection failure.” appears in the display, make sure the
speaker and amplifier are connected correctly.
To use the monitor for the rear seats, connect the parking brake switch
cord to the ground (earth).
FRONT AUDIO
OUT
SUB OUT
REAR OUT
Z×Z L / R
REAR AUDIO
OUT
AUX IN
(
VIDEO
)
AUX AUDIO
IN
CAMERA
*not supplied
Video camera*
A
B
4-422-719-31(1)
Installation/Connections
AV Center
XAV-701BT
Equipment used in illustrations (not supplied)
Subwoofer
Smartphone

bc
Front speaker
iPod
Rear speaker
Rear view camera
Power amplifier
Monitor
a
  
× 2
 

× 8

× 2
× 2
*1For details on installing the microphone, see “Installing the microphone ()” on the
reverse side.
*2 If your car antenna (aerial) is an ISO (International Organization for Standardization)
type, use the supplied adaptor to connect it. First connect the car antenna (aerial) to
the supplied adaptor, then connect the adaptor to the antenna (aerial) jack of the
unit.
*3 Whether in use or not, route the microphone input cord such that it does not interfere
with driving. Secure the cord with a clamp, etc., if it is installed around your feet.
*4 RCA pin cord (not supplied)
*5 For details on connecting to the parking brake switch cord, see “Connecting the parking
brake lead ()” on the reverse side.
*6 Speaker impedance: 4 – 8 ohms × 4
*7 The sound is output from this terminal only when ZONE x ZONE is activated. This terminal
outputs a fixed level regardless of the volume control of the unit.
*8 A separate adaptor may be required.
*9 Not supplied
*10 USB connection cable RC-202IPV (not supplied). To connect an iPod via RC-202IPV, make
sure to connect the video output plug to AUX1 IN.
Blue/white striped
AMP REM
Max. supply current: 0.3 A
Light green
PARKING BRAKE
*5
From the car’s power connector
For details, see “Power connection diagram” on the reverse side.
From the car’s speaker connector
*6
Negative polarity positions 2, 4, 6, and 8 have striped leads.
1Purple + Speaker, rear, right
2 – Speaker, rear, right
3Gray + Speaker, front, right
4 – Speaker, front, right
5White + Speaker, front, left
6 – Speaker, front, left
7Green + Speaker, rear, left
8 – Speaker, rear, left
Positions 1, 2, and 3 do not have pins.
4 Yellow Continuous power supply
5 Blue Power antenna (aerial) control
6 Orange/white
Switched illumination power supply
7 Red Switched power supply
8 Black Ground (earth)

*4
*10
*10
*9
*4
*4
*4
*4
*4
*1



Fuse (10 A)
*2From car antenna (aerial)

Precautions

Choose the installation location carefully so that the unit
will not interfere with normal driving operations.

Avoid installing the unit in areas subject to dust, dirt,
excessive vibration, or high temperature, such as in
direct sunlight or near heater ducts.

Use only the supplied mounting hardware for a safe and
secure installation.

To open/close the front panel smoothly, insert/eject a
disc easily, and especially to drive safely, a certain
distance between the front panel and the shift lever is
necessary. The necessary distance differs, depending on
the shift lever position of your car. Before installing the
unit, choose the installation location carefully so that
you can drive safely.
Shift lever
87 mm (3 1/2in)
Mounting angle adjustment
Adjust the mounting angle to less than 45°.
Connecting the parking brake
lead
Be sure to connect the parking brake lead (light green) of
the power supply connection cable to the parking brake
switch cord. The mounting position of the parking brake
switch cord depends on your car. Consult your car dealer
or your nearest Sony dealer for further details.
Installing the microphone
To capture your voice during handsfree calling, you need
to install the microphone .
Cautions

Keep the microphone away from extremely high
temperatures and humidity.

It is extremely dangerous if the cord becomes wound
around the steering column or gearstick. Be sure to keep
it and other parts from obstructing your driving.

If airbags or any other shock-absorbing equipment is in
your car, contact the store where you purchased this
unit, or the car dealer, before installation.
Parking brake switch cord
Foot brake type
Parking brake switch cord
Hand brake type
A2
12
B1
b
a
b
a
b
a
Clips (not supplied)
cb
a
Clip (not supplied)

 
Face the hook inwards.


Dashboard

Claws
23
1
A
B

Larger than 182 mm (7 1/4in)
Larger than 111 mm (4 3/8in)
To the dashboard/center console
Bracket
Parts supplied with your car
Size:
5 × max. 8 mm
(7/32 × max. 5/16 in)
Size:
5 × max. 8 mm
(7/32 × max. 5/16 in)


Bracket
-A Installing on the sun visor
1 Install the microphone
a
on the clip
b
.
2 Install the clip bon the sun visor.
3 Install clips (not supplied) and adjust the length
and position of the cord so that it does not
obstruct your driving.
-B Installing on the dashboard
1 Install the microphone aon the clip b, then
place the cord along the groove of the clip b.
2 Attach the clip bto the dashboard with the
double-sided tape c.
3 Install a clip (not supplied) and adjust the length
and position of the cord so that it does not
obstruct your driving.
Notes
Before attaching the double-sided tape c, clean the surface of the
dashboard with a dry cloth.
Adjust the microphone angle to the proper position.
The microphone acan be installed without using the clip b.
In this case, directly attach the microphone to the dashboard with the
double-sided tape c. Keep the unused clip bfor future use.
Removing the bracket
Before installing the unit, remove the bracket 
from the unit.
1 Insert both release keys together between the
unit and the bracket until they click.
2 Pull down the bracket , then pull up the unit to
separate them.
Adjusting the frames
You can adjust the projecting part of the unit when the
unit is mounted.
Shift lever
Projecting part
1 Remove the screws from both sides of the unit.
2 Choose a screw hole from , or on each
frame .
If you secure the frames with the screw holes (default position),
it will maximize the projecting part of the unit. On the other hand,
screw holes will minimize the projecting part.
3 Reattach the frames with the selected screw
holes with the removed screws .
Notes
Choose the same screw hole position on both frames.
If you intend to secure the frames with screw holes or , make sure
that there is enough space in the dashboard of your car for the unit.
Mounting the unit
-A Mounting the unit with the supplied
bracket
1 Position the supplied bracket inside the
dashboard.
2 Bend the claws outward for a tight fit.
3 Mount the unit onto the supplied bracket .
-B Mounting the unit in a Japanese car
You may be able to install this unit in some makes of
Japanese cars without the supplied bracket. If you cannot,
consult your Sony dealer.
When mounting this unit to the preinstalled brackets of
your car, use the supplied screws in the appropriate
screw holes, based on your car: T for TOYOTA, M for
MITSUBISHI and N for NISSAN.
Notes
To avoid a malfunction, install only with the supplied screws .
Do not apply excessive force to the buttons of the unit.
Do not press on the LCD.
Before mounting, make sure there is nothing on the top of the unit.
Warning if your car’s ignition
has no ACC position
Be sure to set the Auto Off function. For details, refer to
the supplied “Operating Instructions.”
The unit will shut off completely and automatically in the
set time when no source is selected, which prevents
battery drainage.
If you do not set the Auto Off function, press and hold
 until the display disappears each time
you turn the ignition off.
Reset button
When the installation and connections are completed, be
sure to press the reset button with a ballpoint pen, etc.








RedRed
Yellow Yellow
Power connection diagram
The auxiliary power connector may vary depending on
your car. Check your car’s auxiliary power connector
diagram to make sure the connections match correctly.
There are three basic types (illustrated below). You may
need to switch the positions of the red and yellow leads of
the unit’s power supply connection cable .
After matching the connections and switched power
supply leads correctly, connect the unit to the car’s power
supply. If you have any questions and problems
connecting your unit that are not covered in these
instructions, please consult your car dealer.
Auxiliary power connector
A car without an ACC position
4 Yellow Continuous power supply 7 Red Switched power supply
4 Yellow Switched power supply 7 Red Continuous power supply
RedRed
Yellow Yellow
RedRed
Yellow Yellow