Sony XAV-AX8100 Reference guide

Help Guide
In-Car Receiver
XAV-AX8100/XAV-AX8150
Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions.
Note: The picture above is for the North America region. Actual product may vary depending on the region.
Getting Started
Guide to Parts and Controls
Main Unit and Remote Commander
Screen Displays
Performing Initial Settings
Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device
Preparing a Bluetooth® Device
Pairing and Connecting with a BLUETOOTH Device
Connecting with a Paired BLUETOOTH Device
Connecting an HDMI™ Device
Connecting Rear View Camera
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Radio
Listening to the Radio
Listening to the Radio
Tuning
Using Radio Option Functions
Listening to the SiriusXM Radio (XAV-AX8100(UC))
Listening to the SiriusXM Radio
Tuning Channels for SiriusXM
Tuning the Channel by Inputting its Channel Number
Tuning the Channel from the Channel List or Category List
Setting a Parental Control
Using SXM Option Functions
Listening to the DAB/DAB+ Radio (XAV-AX8150(EUR))
Listening to the DAB/DAB+ Radio
Searching for Station by Station Group
Searching for Station by Station Name
Using DAB Option Functions
Playback
Playing a USB Device
Playing an HDMI Device
Playing a BLUETOOTH Device
Searching and Playing Tracks
Repeat Play and Shuffle Play
Searching for a File from the List Screen
Other Settings during Playback
Handsfree Calling
Preparing a Mobile Phone
Receiving a Call
Making a Call
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Available Operations during a Call
Useful Functions
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto™
WebLink™
Using Gesture Command
Settings
Basic Setting Operation
General Settings (General)
Sound Settings (Sound)
Visual Settings (Visual)
BLUETOOTH Settings (Bluetooth)
Additional Information
Canceling the Demonstration Mode
Updating the Firmware
Precautions
Supported Formats for USB Playback
About iPhone
Notice on License
Maintenance
Specifications
Copyrights
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
General
There is no beep sound.
The fuse has blown. / The unit makes noise when the position of the ignition is switched.
The display disappears from/does not appear on the monitor.
Menu items cannot be selected.
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The unit cannot be operated.
The clock set automatically is not accurate.
Display
The display does not turn on.
Touch Screen
The touch screen does not react to your touch correctly.
Multi-touch is not recognized.
Radio
The radio reception is poor. / Static noise occurs.
The stations cannot be received. (XAV-AX8100(E)/XAV-AX8100(E17)/XAV-AX8100(IN))
RDS
PTY displays [PTY not found.].
Seek starts after a few seconds of listening. (XAV-AX8150(EUR))
There are no traffic announcements. (XAV-AX8150(EUR))
DAB/DAB+ radio (XAV-AX8150(EUR))
Stations cannot be received.
No traffic announcements.
Picture
There is no picture or picture noise occurs.
The picture does not fit in the screen.
Sound
There is no sound, sound skips, or sound cracks.
Sound is noisy.
USB playback
Items cannot be played.
The USB device takes longer to play.
Audio files cannot be played.
The smartphone connected to the USB port cannot be played.
HDMI playback
The connected HDMI device cannot be played.
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BLUETOOTH
The other BLUETOOTH device cannot detect this unit.
Connection is not possible.
The name of the detected device does not appear.
There is no ringtone.
The talker’s voice volume is low.
The other party says that the volume is too low or high.
Echo or noise occurs during call conversations.
The phone sound quality is poor.
The volume of the connected BLUETOOTH device is low or high.
The sound skips during audio streaming or the BLUETOOTH connection fails.
The connected BLUETOOTH device cannot be controlled during audio streaming.
Some functions do not work.
A call is answered unintentionally.
Pairing failed due to time out.
Cannot pair.
The BLUETOOTH function cannot be operated.
No sound is output from the car speakers during a handsfree call.
SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner (XAV-AX8100(UC))
A mature channel is not blocked although parental control setting has been made.
Apple CarPlay
The Apple CarPlay icon does not appear on the HOME screen.
Android Auto
The Android Auto icon does not appear on the HOME screen.
WebLink™
WebLink™ cannot be used.
There is no sound. / The sound is low.
Messages
General
BLUETOOTH
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SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner (XAV-AX8100(UC))
WebLink™
DAB radio (XAV-AX8150(EUR))
Support Websites
Customer Support Websites
About the “Support by Sony” App
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In-Car Receiver
XAV-AX8100/XAV-AX8150
Main Unit and Remote Commander
Main unit
The VOL (volume) + button has a tactile dot.
RM-X170 remote commander (XAV-AX8100(UC)/XAV-AX8100(E)/XAV-AX8100(E17)/XAV-
AX8100(IN))
The remote commander can be used to operate the audio controls. For menu operations, use the touch screen.
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Note
The white buttons in the illustration above are not supported.
Remove the insulation film before use.
Display/touch screen1.
HOME
Displays the HOME screen.
STANDBY
Press and hold to turn the unit to standby mode (USB charging is still available).
To resume, press any button.
2.
VOL (volume) +/–3.
ATT (attenuate)
Attenuates the sound.
To cancel, press again, or press VOL (volume) +.
MONITOR OFF
Press and hold to turn off the monitor.
To turn back on, touch any part of the display.
4.
Receptor for the remote commander5.
OPTION
Displays the OPTION screen.
6.
/ (previous/next)
Functions differently depending on the selected source:
[Radio]: select a preset station.
[SXM] (SiriusXM): select a preset channel.(XAV-AX8100(UC))
[DAB+]: select a preset station.(XAV-AX8150(EUR))
[USB]: move to the previous/next file.
[Bluetooth]: move to the previous/next file.
Press and hold to:
[Radio]: tune into a station automatically (SEEK+/SEEK–).
[DAB+]: select a station (when [Seek By] is set to [A-Z])/search for a station (when [Seek By] is set to [Station Gp]).
(XAV-AX8150(EUR))
[USB]: fast-reverse/fast-forward.
[Bluetooth]: fast-reverse/fast-forward.
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Screen Displays
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VOICE
Activates the voice command function for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
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HDMI terminal (input)9.
OFF
Turns the source off.
10.
MONITOR OFF
Turns off the monitor.
To turn back on, press again.
11.
EQ (equalizer)
Selects an equalizer curve.
12.
Number buttons (0 to 9)13.
CLEAR14.
ATT (attenuate)
Attenuates the sound. To cancel, press again.
15.
(play/pause)16.
/ (previous/next)
/ (fast-reverse/fast-forward)
Functions differently depending on the selected source.
[Radio]: select a preset station.
[SXM] (SiriusXM): select a preset channel. (XAV-AX8100(UC))
[DAB+]: select a preset station.(XAV-AX8150(EUR))
[USB]: move to the previous/next file.
[Bluetooth]: move to the previous/next file.
Press and hold to:
[Radio]: tune into a station automatically (SEEK+/SEEK–).
[DAB+]: select a station (when [Seek By] is set to [A-Z])/search for a station (when [Seek By] is set to [Station Gp]).
(XAV-AX8150(EUR))
[USB]: fast-reverse/fast-forward.
[Bluetooth]: fast-reverse/fast-forward.
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/ / / (left/up/down/right)
Functions differently depending on the selected source.
[Radio]: select a preset station or tune into a station automatically.
[SXM] (SiriusXM): select a preset channel or move to the previous/next channel. (XAV-AX8100(UC))
[USB]: select a folder or move to the previous/next file.
ENTER
Enters the selected item.
18.
SRC (source)
Changes the source. Each time you press this button, a selectable source is displayed in a popup on the current
display.
19.
MODE
Selects the radio band.
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Screen Displays
Playback screen:
HOME screen:
OPTION screen:
1. Status indication
Icon in the display Detail
(attenuate) Lights up when the sound is attenuated.
(Alternative
Frequencies)
Lights up when AF (Alternative Frequencies) is available. (XAV-AX8150(EUR))
(Traffic
Announcement)
Lights up when the current traffic information (TA: Traffic Announcement) is available. (XAV-
AX8150(EUR))
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2. (source option)
Opens the source option menu. The available items differ depending on the source.
3. Application specific area
Displays playback controls/indications or shows the unit’s status. Displayed items differ depending on the source.
4. Clock
Displays the time which are set on the Date/Time setting.
5. (instruction for smartphone connection) (XAV-AX8100(UC)/XAV-AX8100(E17)/XAV-AX8100(IN))
Displays the instruction for connecting Apple CarPlay, Android Auto or WebLink™.
6. (return to the playback screen)
Switches from the HOME screen to the playback screen.
7. Sources and Settings select keys
Changes the source or make various settings.
Flick to select the setting icon and other icons.
Touch the source icon you want to select.
XAV-AX8100(UC):
Icon in the display Detail
(DAB announcement) Lights up when a DAB announcement is available. (XAV-AX8150(EUR))
(DAB) Indicates the signal strength status of the DAB radio. (XAV-AX8150(EUR))
(SiriusXM)
Indicates the signal strength status of the connected SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner. (XAV-
AX8100(UC))
(BLUETOOTH) Lights up when the BLUETOOTH signal is on. Flashes when the connection is in progress.
(audio)
Lights up when the audio device is playable by enabling the A2DP (Advanced Audio
Distribution Profile).
(mobile phone) Lights up when handsfree calling is available by enabling the HFP (Handsfree Profile).
(antenna) Indicates the signal strength status of the connected mobile phone.
(battery) Indicates the remaining battery status of the connected mobile phone.
Icon in the display Name
Android Auto
Apple CarPlay
Radio
SXM
Bluetooth
HDMI
Rear Camera
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XAV-AX8100(E)/XAV-AX8100(E17)/XAV-AX8100(IN):
Icon in the display Name
USB
WebLink
Phone
Settings
Icon in the display Name
Android Auto
Apple CarPlay
Radio
DAB+
Bluetooth
Phone
USB
WebLink
HDMI
Rear Camera
Settings
Icon in the display Name
Android Auto*
Apple CarPlay*
Radio
Bluetooth
HDMI
Phone
USB
WebLink*
Rear Camera
Settings
It may not be available in your country or region.
*
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8. Sound select keys
Changes the sound.
9. ( EXTRA BASS )
Changes the EXTRA BASS setting.
10. ( EQ10/Subwoofer )
Changes the EQ10/Subwoofer setting.
11. (monitor off)
Turns off the monitor. When the monitor is turned off, touch any part of the display to turn it back on.
Related Topic
General Settings (General)
Sound Settings (Sound)
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In-Car Receiver
XAV-AX8100/XAV-AX8150
Performing Initial Settings
You need to perform initial settings before operating the unit for the first time, after replacing the car battery, or changing
connections.
If the initial settings screen does not appear when you turn on the unit, perform the factory reset to initialize the unit.
This setting can be further configured in the setting menu.
Related Topic
General Settings (General)
Sound Settings (Sound)
Visual Settings (Visual)
BLUETOOTH Settings (Bluetooth)
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Touch [Language], then set the display language.
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Touch [Demo] repeatedly to select [OFF] to disable the demonstration mode.
2
Touch [Set Date/Time], then set the date and time.
XAV-AX8150(EUR): skip to step 6.
3
After setting the date and time, touch [OK].
XAV-AX8100(E)/XAV-AX8100(E17)/XAV-AX8100(IN): proceed to step 5.
XAV-AX8100(UC): skip to step 6.
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Touch [Tuning Steps], then set the FM/AM tuning step. (XAV-AX8100(E)/XAV-AX8100(E17)/XAV-AX8100(IN))
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To return to the previous display, touch (back), then touch [OK].
The startup caution appears.
6
Read through the startup caution, then if you accept all conditions, touch [Close].
The setting is complete.
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Preparing a Bluetooth® Device
You can enjoy music or perform handsfree calling depending on the BLUETOOTH compatible device such as
smartphones, mobile phones, and audio devices (hereafter “BLUETOOTH device” if not otherwise specified). For details
on connecting, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the device. Before connecting the device, turn down the
volume of this unit; otherwise, a loud sound may result.
Related Topic
Pairing and Connecting with a BLUETOOTH Device
Connecting with a Paired BLUETOOTH Device
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In-Car Receiver
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Pairing and Connecting with a BLUETOOTH Device
When connecting a BLUETOOTH device for the first time, mutual registration (called “pairing”) is required. Pairing
enables this unit and other devices to recognize each other.
Note
The unit can only be connected with one BLUETOOTH device at a time.
To disconnect the BLUETOOTH connection, turn the connection off from either the unit or the BLUETOOTH device.
BLUETOOTH pairing is not possible while Apple CarPlay or Android Auto is running.
Place the BLUETOOTH device within 1 m (3 ft) of this unit.
1
Press HOME, then touch [Settings].
2
Touch [Bluetooth].
3
Touch [Bluetooth Connection], then touch [ON].
The BLUETOOTH signal is turned on and (BLUETOOTH) lights up on the status bar of the unit.
4
Touch [Pairing].
(BLUETOOTH) flashes while the unit is in pairing standby mode.
5
Perform pairing on the BLUETOOTH device so it detects this unit.
6
Select your model name shown in the display of the BLUETOOTH device.
Repeat from step 5 if your model name does not appear.
If the connection confirmation display appears, operate the BLUETOOTH device to approve the connection, then
touch [OK] on the unit and/or the BLUETOOTH device.
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If passkey* input is required on the BLUETOOTH device, input [0000].
When pairing is made, (BLUETOOTH) stays lit.
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Passkey may be called “passcode”, “PIN code”, “PIN number”, “password”, etc., depending on the BLUETOOTH device.
*
Select this unit on the BLUETOOTH device to establish the BLUETOOTH connection.
(mobile phone) or (audio) lights up when the connection is made.
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Connecting with a Paired BLUETOOTH Device
To use a paired device, connection with this unit is required. Some paired devices will connect automatically.
To connect the last-connected device from this unit
When the ignition is turned to on with the BLUETOOTH signal activated, this unit searches for the last-connected
BLUETOOTH device, and connection is made automatically.
Note
While streaming BLUETOOTH audio, you cannot connect from this unit to the mobile phone. Connect from the mobile phone to
this unit instead.
To capture your voice during handsfree calling
You need to install the microphone (supplied).
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Press HOME, then touch [Settings].
1
Touch [Bluetooth].
2
Touch [Bluetooth Connection], then touch [ON].
Make sure that (BLUETOOTH) lights up on the status bar of the unit.
3
Activate the BLUETOOTH function on the BLUETOOTH device.
4
Operate the BLUETOOTH device to connect to this unit.
(mobile phone) or (audio) lights up on the status bar.
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In-Car Receiver
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Connecting an HDMI™ Device
Note
To connect an Apple device via the HDMI cable, Lightning Digital AV Adapter or USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter is required.
To charge a device when connecting the HDMI cable, connect to the USB port using a multiport adaptor.
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Turn off the HDMI device.
1
Turn down the volume on the unit.
2
Connect the HDMI device to the HDMI terminal on the unit.
To connect the HDMI device, use the HDMI cable (not supplied).
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Connecting Rear View Camera
By connecting the optional rear view camera to the CAMERA IN terminal, you can display the picture from the rear view
camera.
To display the picture from the rear view camera
Press HOME, then touch [Rear Camera].
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