Sony Bluetooth 3-299-319-12 (1) User manual

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2008 Sony Corporation
MEX-BT3600U
Operating Instructions
Bedienungsanleitung
Mode d’emploi
Istruzioni per l’uso
Gebruiksaanwijzing
3-299-319-12 (1)
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Bluetooth Audio System
Bluetooth™
Audio System

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The nameplate indicating operating voltage, etc.,
is located on the bottom of the chassis.
Hereby, Sony Corp., declares that this MEX-
BT3600U is in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of
Directive 1999/5/EC.
For details, please access the following URL:
http://www.compliance.sony.de/
Use of this radio equipment is not allowed in the
geographical area within a radius of 20 km from
the centre of Ny-Alesund, Svalbard in Norway.
“ATRAC”, “ATRAC AD”, SonicStage and their
logos are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
“WALKMAN” and “WALKMAN” logo are
registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.
Be sure to install this unit in the dashboard of
the car for safety. For installation and
connections, see the supplied installation/
connections manual.
This label is located on the bottom of the
chassis.
Notice for the customer in the countries
applying EU Directives
The manufacturer of this product is Sony
Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo,
Japan.
The Authorized Representative for EMC and
product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH,
Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart,
Germany. For any service or guarantee matters
please refer to the addresses given in separate
service or guarantee documents.
Disposal of Old Electrical &
Electronic Equipment (Applicable in
the European Union and other
European countries with separate
collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its
packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated
as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the
applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical
and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is
disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment and human
health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate
waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials
will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed
information about recycling of this product, please contact
your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal
service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Applicable accessory: Remote commander
Disposal of waste batteries
(applicable in the European Union
and other European countries with
separate collection systems)
This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates
that the battery provided with this product shall not be
treated as household waste. By ensuring these batteries are
disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potentially
negative consequences for the environment and human
health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate
waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the
materials will help to conserve natural resources.
In case of products that for safety, performance or data
integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an
incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by
qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery will
be treated properly, hand over the product at end-of-life to
the applicable collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment.
For all other batteries, please view the section on how to
remove the battery from the product safely. Hand the
battery over to the applicable collection point for the
recycling of waste batteries.
For more detailed information about recycling of this
product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office,
your household waste disposal service or the shop where
you purchased the product.

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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.
Warning if your car’s ignition has no
ACC position
Be sure to set the Auto Off function (page 20).
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 (OFF) until the display disappears
each time you turn the ignition off.
Microsoft, Windows Media,
and the Windows logo are
trademarks or registered
trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries.

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Table of Contents
Welcome ! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Getting Started
Resetting the unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Preparing the card remote commander . . . . . . . 6
Setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Adjusting the volume level of each device . . . . 7
Detaching the front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Attaching the front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Location of controls and basic
operations
Main unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Card remote commander RM-X304 . . . . . . 10
Searching for a track
— Quick-BrowZer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
CD
Display items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Repeat and shuffle play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Radio
Storing and receiving stations . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Storing automatically — BTM . . . . . . . . . . 12
Storing manually. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Receiving the stored stations . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Tuning automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
RDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Setting AF and TA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Selecting PTY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Setting CT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
USB devices
USB device playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Display items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Listening to music on a Mass Storage
Class type audio device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Listening to music on a “Walkman”
(ATRAC Audio Device). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Bluetooth function
Bluetooth operations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Pairing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
About Bluetooth icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
To switch the Bluetooth signal output of this
unit to on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Connecting a cellular phone. . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Connecting an audio device . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Handsfree calling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Receiving calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Making calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Call transfer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Voice Dial Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Music streaming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Listening to music from an audio
device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Operating an audio device with this
unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Deleting registration of all paired devices . . . 18
Other functions
Changing the sound settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Adjusting the sound characteristics . . . . . . 19
Customizing the equalizer curve
— EQ3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Adjusting setup items — SET . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Using optional equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Auxiliary audio equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Rotary commander RM-X4S . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Additional Information
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Notes on discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
About USB devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Playback order of MP3/WMA/AAC files
(CD-R/RW or Mass Storage Class) . . . . . . 23
About MP3 files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
About WMA files. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
About AAC files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
About ATRAC files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
About Bluetooth function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Removing the unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Error displays/Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

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Welcome !
Thank you for purchasing this Sony Bluetooth™
Audio System. You can enjoy your drive with the
following functions.
•CD playback
You can play CD-DA (also containing CD
TEXT) and CD-R/CD-RW (MP3/WMA/AAC
files (page 23)).
•Radio reception
– You can store up to 6 stations per band (FM1,
FM2, FM3, MW and LW).
–BTM (Best Tuning Memory): The unit selects
strong signal stations and stores them.
•RDS services
– You can use FM station with Radio Data
System (RDS).
•Bluetooth function
– Handsfree calling with your cellular phone in
the car. This unit can answer and redial.
– Music streaming from your cellular phone or
portable audio device.
– HFP 1.5, HSP, A2DP and AVRCP profiles
supported.
•Search function
–Quick-BrowZer: You can quickly and easily
search for a track in the CD and USB device
connected to this unit (page 11).
•Sound adjustment
–EQ3 stage2: You can choose any one of 7
preset equalizer curves.
–Digital Music Plus (DM+): Improves
digitally compressed sound such as MP3.
•Optional device operation
USB device: A Mass Storage Class USB
device or “Walkman” (ATRAC Audio Device)
can be connected to the front USB terminal.
For details on usable devices, please refer to
About USB devices (page 23) or the Sony
support website (page 27).
•Auxiliary equipment connection
An AUX input jack on the front of the unit
allows connection of a portable audio device.
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 NOTICE!
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 a call 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.
Type of discs Label on the disc
CD-DA
MP3
WMA
AAC

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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 a service 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.
Note on the lithium battery
Do not expose the battery to excessive heat such as
direct sunlight, fire or the like.
Getting Started
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 and press the RESET
button with a pointed object, such as a ball-point
pen.
Note
Pressing the RESET button will erase the clock setting
and some stored contents.
Preparing the card remote
commander
Before using the card remote commander for the
first time, remove the insulation film.
Tip
For how to replace the battery, see “Maintenance” on
page 25.
Setting the clock
The clock uses a 24-hour digital indication.
1Press and hold the select button.
The setup display appears.
2Press the select button repeatedly
until “CLOCK-ADJ” appears.
3Press (SEEK) +.
The hour indication flashes.
4Rotate the control dial to set the hour
and minute.
To move the digital indication, press (SEEK)
–/+.
5Press 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.
RESET
button

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Tip
You can set the clock automatically with the RDS
feature (page 14).
Adjusting the volume level of
each device
When connecting to a portable audio device via
Bluetooth connection or AUX input jack, we
recommend adjusting the volume level of the
connected device, or adjusting the volume level
for each connected device in the setup menu on
this unit. For Bluetooth device, see “Adjusting
the volume level” on page 18. For a device
connected to AUX, see “Adjust the volume level”
on page 21.
Detaching the front panel
You can detach the front panel of this unit to
prevent theft.
Caution alarm
If you turn the ignition switch to the OFF
position without detaching the front panel, the
caution alarm will sound for a few seconds.
The alarm will only sound if the built-in
amplifier is used.
1Press (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 heat/high
temperature or moisture. Avoid leaving it in a parked
car or on a dashboard/rear tray.
•Do not detach the front panel during playback of the
USB device, otherwise USB data may be damaged.
Attaching the front panel
Engage part Aof the front panel with part Bof
the unit, as illustrated, and push the left side into
position until it clicks.
Note
Do not put anything on the inner surface of the front
panel.
B
A

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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.
For USB device operation, see “USB devices” on
page 14.
The corresponding buttons on the card remote
commander control the same functions as those
on the unit.
AOFF button
To power off; stop the source.
B(BROWSE) button page 11
To enter the Quick-BrowZer mode.
CControl dial/select/ (handsfree)
button page 11, 17, 19
To adjust volume/select search category
(rotate); select setup items (press and rotate);
receive/end a call (press).
DSOURCE button
To power on; change the source (Radio/CD/
USB/AUX/Bluetooth audio/Bluetooth
phone).
EDisc slot
Insert the disc (label side up), playback
starts.
FDisplay window
GUSB terminal page 14
To connect to the USB device.
HZ (eject) button
To eject the disc.
I(front panel release) button page 7
J(BACK) button page 11
To return to the previous display.
KReceptor for the card remote
commander
LSEEK –/+ buttons
CD/USB:
To skip tracks (press); skip tracks
continuously (press, then press again within
about 1 second and hold); reverse/fast-
forward a track (press and hold).
BT
DSPL
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PAUSE
BROWSE
BACK
SEEK SEEK
MODE
SOURCE
PUSH SELECT /
MIC
AUX
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Radio:
To tune in stations automatically (press); find
a station manually (press and hold).
Bluetooth audio device*1:
To skip tracks (press).
MMODE button page 12
To select the radio band (FM/MW/LW);
select the play mode of ATRAC Audio
Device.
NBLUETOOTH button page 15
For Bluetooth signal on/off, pairing.
OAF (Alternative Frequencies)/
TA (Traffic Announcement)/
PTY (Program Type) button page 13,
14
To set AF and TA (press); select PTY (press
and hold) in RDS.
PNumber buttons
CD/USB:
(1)/(2): ALBUM –/+ (during MP3/WMA/
AAC playback)
To skip albums (press); skip albums
continuously (press and hold).
(3): REP page 12
(4): SHUF page 12
(6): PAUSE*2
To pause playback. To cancel, press
again.
Radio:
To receive stored stations (press); store
stations (press and hold).
Bluetooth audio device*1:
(6): PAUSE*2
To pause playback. To cancel, press
again.
Bluetooth phone:
(5): MIC page 17
QDSPL (display)/SCRL (scroll) button
page 12
To change display items (press); scroll the
display item (press and hold).
RAUX input jack page 20
To connect a portable audio device.
SRESET button (located behind the front
panel) page 6
TMicrophone page 17
Note
Do not cover the microphone, the handsfree
function may not work properly.
*1 When a Bluetooth audio device (supports AVRCP
of Bluetooth technology) is connected. Depending
on the device, certain operations may not be
available.
*2 When playing back on this unit.
Notes
•When ejecting/inserting a disc, keep any USB
devices disconnected to avoid damage to the disc.
•If the unit is turned off and the display disappears, it
cannot be operated with the card remote
commander unless (SOURCE) on the unit is
pressed, or a disc is inserted to activate the unit first.
About USB cap
When not using the USB terminal (G), use the
supplied USB cap to prevent dust or dirt entering.
Keep the USB cap out of the reach of children to
prevent accidental swallowing.

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Card remote commander
RM-X304
The following buttons on the card remote
commander have also different buttons/functions
from the unit. Remove the insulation film before
use (page 6).
AOFF button
To power off; stop the source.
BSOURCE button
To power on; change the source (Radio/CD/
USB/AUX/Bluetooth audio/Bluetooth
phone).
C<(.)/,(>) buttons
To control CD/radio/USB/Bluetooth audio,
the same as (SEEK) –/+ on the unit.
Setup, sound setting, etc., can be operated by
<,.
DDSPL (display) button
To change display items.
EVOL (volume) +/– button
To adjust volume.
FATT (attenuate) button
To attenuate the sound. To cancel, press
again.
GMODE button page 12
To select the radio band (FM/MW/LW);
select the play mode of ATRAC Audio
Device.
HSEL (select)/ (handsfree) button
The same as the select button on the unit.
During the Quick-BrowZer mode, (SEL)
(select) is inactive.
IM(+)/m(–) buttons
To control CD/USB, the same as (1)/(2)
(ALBUM –/+) on the unit.
Setup, sound setting, etc., can be operated by
Mm.
JSCRL (scroll) button
To scroll the display item.
KNumber buttons
To receive stored stations (press); store
stations (press and hold).
OFF
DSPL SCRL
SEL SOURCE MODE
132
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ATT
VOL
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–
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–
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Searching for a track — Quick-BrowZer
You can search for a track in a CD or USB device (“Walkman”/Mass Storage Class) easily by category.
1Press (BROWSE).
The unit enters the Quick-BrowZer mode, and the list of search categories appears.
Display items differ, depending on the type of device or disc.
2Rotate the control dial to select the desired search category, then press it to confirm.
3Repeat step 2 until the desired track is selected.
Playback starts.
To return to the previous display
Press (BACK).
To exit the Quick-BrowZer mode
Press (BROWSE).
Notes
•After entering the Quick-BrowZer mode, the repeat/shuffle setting remains canceled.
•Depending on the USB device, display items may not appear correctly.
•Depending on the USB device, no sound may output during the Quick-BrowZer mode.
BROWSE
BACK
SEEK SEEK
MODE
SOURCE
OFF
PUSH SELECT /
BT
BLUETOOTH
Control dial:
To select the item (rotate); confirm the item (press).
(BACK):
To return to the previous display.
(BROWSE):
To enter/exit the Quick-BrowZer mode.

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CD
Display items
ASource
BTrack number/Elapsed playing time, Disc/
artist name, Album number*, Album name,
Track name, Text information, Clock
*Album number is displayed only when the album is
changed.
To change display items B, press (DSPL).
Tip
Displayed items will differ, depending on the disc type,
recording format and settings. For details on MP3/
WMA/AAC, see page 23.
Repeat and shuffle play
1During playback, press (3) (REP) or
(4) (SHUF) repeatedly until the
desired setting appears.
*When an MP3/WMA/AAC is played.
To return to normal play mode, select “ OFF”
or “SHUF OFF.”
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) repeatedly until
“TUNER” appears.
To change the band, press (MODE)
repeatedly. You can select from FM1, FM2,
FM3, MW or LW.
2Press and hold the select button.
The setup display appears.
3Press the select button repeatedly
until “BTM” appears.
4Press (SEEK) +.
The unit stores stations in order of frequency
on the number buttons.
A beep sounds when the setting is stored.
Storing manually
1While receiving the station that you
want to store, press and hold a
number button ((1) to (6)) until
“MEM” appears.
Note
If you try to store another station on the same number
button, the previously stored station will be replaced.
Tip
When an RDS station is stored, the AF/TA setting is
also stored (page 13).
Receiving the stored stations
1Select the band, then press a number
button ((1) to (6)).
Tuning automatically
1Select the 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.
Tip
If you know the frequency of the station you want to
listen to, press and hold (SEEK) –/+ to locate the
approximate frequency, then press (SEEK) –/+
repeatedly to fine adjust to the desired frequency
(manual tuning).
Select To play
TRACK track repeatedly.
ALBUM*album repeatedly.
SHUF ALBUM*album in random order.
SHUF DISC disc in random order.

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RDS
Overview
FM stations with Radio Data System (RDS)
service send inaudible digital information along
with the regular radio program signal.
Display items
ATA/TP*1
BRadio band, Function, Frequency*2(Program
service name), Preset number, Clock, RDS
data
*1 “TA” flashes during traffic information. “TP” lights
up while such a station is received.
*2 While receiving the RDS station, “ *” is displayed
on the left of the frequency indication.
To change display items B, press (DSPL).
RDS services
This unit automatically provides RDS services as
follows:
*except during a call
Notes
•Depending on the country/region, not all RDS
functions may be available.
•RDS will not work if the signal strength is too weak,
or if the station you are tuned to is not transmitting
RDS data.
Setting AF and TA
1Press (AF/TA) repeatedly until the
desired setting appears.
Storing RDS stations with the AF and
TA setting
You can preset RDS stations along with the AF/
TA setting. If you use the BTM function, only
RDS stations are stored with the same AF/TA
setting.
If you preset manually, you can preset both RDS
and non-RDS stations with the AF/TA setting for
each.
1Set AF/TA, then store the station with BTM or
manually.
Receiving emergency
announcements
With AF or TA on, the emergency
announcements will automatically interrupt the
currently selected source.*
*except during a call
Tip
If you adjust the volume level during a traffic
announcement, that level will be stored into memory
for subsequent traffic announcements, independently
from the regular volume level.
Staying with one regional program
— REG
When the AF function is on: this unit’s factory
setting restricts reception to a specific region, so
you will not be switched to another regional
station with a stronger frequency.
If you leave this regional program’s reception
area, set “REG-OFF” in setup during FM
reception (page 20).
Note
This function does not work in the UK and in some
other areas.
AF (Alternative Frequencies)
Selects and retunes the station with the
strongest signal in a network. By using this
function, you can continuously listen to the
same program during a long-distance drive
without having to retune the same station
manually.
TA (Traffic Announcement)/TP (Traffic
Program)
Provides current traffic information/programs.
Any information/program received, will
interrupt the currently selected source.*
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.
Select To
AF-ON activate AF and deactivate TA.
TA-ON activate TA and deactivate AF.
AF, TA-ON activate both AF and TA.
AF, TA-OFF deactivate both AF and TA.
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Local Link function (UK only)
This function enables you to select other local
stations in the area, even if they are not stored on
your number buttons.
1During FM reception, press a number button
((1) to (6)) on which a local station is stored.
2Within 5 seconds, press again a number button
of the local station.
Repeat this procedure until the local station is
received.
Selecting PTY
1Press and hold (AF/TA) (PTY) during
FM reception.
The current program type name appears if the
station is transmitting PTY data.
2Press (AF/TA) (PTY) repeatedly until
the desired program type appears.
3Press (SEEK) –/+.
The unit starts to search for a station
broadcasting the selected program type.
Type of programs
Note
You cannot use this function in countries/regions
where no PTY data is available.
Setting CT
1Set “CT-ON” in setup (page 20).
Notes
•The CT function may not work even though an RDS
station is being received.
•There might be a difference between the time set by
the CT function and the actual time.
USB devices
USB device playback
1Connect the USB device to the USB
terminal.
Playback starts.
If a USB device is already connected, to start
playback, press (SOURCE) repeatedly until
“USB” appears.
Press (OFF) to stop playback.
Notes
•Playback of the USB device is not possible during a
call.
•Before removing a USB device, be sure to stop
playback first. If you remove your USB device during
playback, data in the USB device may be damaged.
•Do not use USB devices so large or heavy that they
may fall down due to vibration, or cause a loose
connection.
•Do not detach the front panel during playback of the
USB device, otherwise USB data may be damaged.
Display items
AATRAC Audio Device: AAD
Mass Storage Class: USB
BTrack/Album/Artist/Playlist/Genre number,
Track/Album/Artist/Playlist/Genre name,
Elapsed playing time, Clock
To change display items B, press (DSPL).
Tip
Displayed items will differ, depending on the recorded
format and settings. For details on MP3/WMA/AAC/
ATRAC, see page 23.
Note
The display differs depending on the Mass Storage
Class type USB device, and ATRAC Audio Device.
NEWS (News), AFFAIRS (Current Affairs),
INFO (Information), SPORT (Sports),
EDUCATE (Education), DRAMA (Drama),
CULTURE (Culture), SCIENCE (Science),
VARIED (Varied), POP M (Popular Music),
ROCK M (Rock Music), EASY M (Easy
Listening), LIGHT M (Light Classical),
CLASSICS (Classical), OTHER M (Other
Music Type), WEATHER (Weather),
FINANCE (Finance), CHILDREN (Children’s
Programs), SOCIAL A (Social Affairs),
RELIGION (Religion), PHONE IN (Phone In),
TRAVEL (Travel), LEISURE (Leisure), JAZZ
(Jazz Music), COUNTRY (Country Music),
NATION M (National Music), OLDIES (Oldies
Music), FOLK M (Folk Music), DOCUMENT
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Listening to music on a Mass
Storage Class type audio device
Repeat and shuffle play
1During playback, press (3) (REP) or (4)
(SHUF) repeatedly until the desired setting
appears.
To return to normal play mode, select “ OFF”
or “SHUF OFF.”
Listening to music on a “Walkman”
(ATRAC Audio Device)
1During playback, press (MODE)
repeatedly until the desired setting
appears.
The item changes as follows:
ALBUM tTRACK tGENRE t
PLAYLIST tARTIST
Repeat and shuffle play
1During playback, press (3) (REP) or (4)
(SHUF) repeatedly until the desired setting
appears.
To return to normal play mode, select “ OFF”
or “SHUF OFF.”
Bluetooth function
Bluetooth operations
To use the Bluetooth function, the following
procedure is necessary.
1Pairing
When connecting Bluetooth devices for the
first time, mutual registration is required. This
is called “pairing.” This registration (pairing)
is required only for the first time, as this unit
and the other devices will recognize each
other automatically from the next time. You
can pair up to 9 devices. (Depending on the
device, you may need to input a passcode for
each connection.)
2Connection
To use the device after pairing is made, start
the connection. Sometimes pairing allows to
connect automatically.
3Handsfree calling/Music streaming
You can talk handsfree and listen to music
when the connection is made.
Pairing
First, register (“pair”) a Bluetooth device
(cellular phone, etc.) and this unit with each
other. 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 (BT) until “ ” flashes
(about 5 seconds).
The unit enters pairing standby mode.
3Set the Bluetooth device to search for
this unit.
A list of detected devices appears in the
display of the device to be connected. This
unit is displayed as “XPLOD” on the device
to be connected.
Select To play
TRACK track repeatedly.
ALBUM album repeatedly.
SHUF ALBUM album in random order.
SHUF DEVICE device in random order.
Select To play
TRACK track repeatedly.
ALBUM album repeatedly.
ARTIST artist repeatedly.
PLAYLIST playlist repeatedly.
GENRE genre repeatedly.
SHUF ALBUM album in random order.
SHUF ARTIST artist in random order.
SHUF PLAYLIST playlist in random order.
SHUF GENRE genre in random order.
SHUF DEVICE device in random order.
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flashing
XXXXXXX
DR-BT30Q
XPLOD

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4If Passcode*input is required on the
display of the device to be connected,
input “0000.”
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.
“” flashes and then stays lit after pairing is
complete.
5Set the Bluetooth device to connect to
this unit.
“” or “ ” appears when the connection is
made.
*Passcode may be called “passkey,” “PIN code,” “PIN
number” or “Password,” etc., depending on the
device.
Note
Pairing standby mode is not released until the
connection is made.
About Bluetooth icons
The following icons are used by this unit.
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 and hold (BT) until “ ” lights
(about 3 seconds).
Bluetooth signal is switched to on.
Connecting a cellular 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.
“”appears when the connection is made.
Connecting the last-connected
cellular phone from this unit
1Be sure that both this unit and the cellular
phone are switched to Bluetooth signal on.
2Press (SOURCE) repeatedly until “BT
PHONE” appears.
3Press (handsfree).
“” flashes while the connection is being
made. And then “ ” stays lit when the
connection is made.
Note
While streaming Bluetooth audio, you cannot connect
from this unit to the cellular phone. Connect from the
cellular phone to this unit instead. A connecting noise
may be heard over playback sound.
Tip
With Bluetooth signal on: when the ignition is switched
to on, this unit reconnects automatically to the last-
connected cellular phone. But automatic connection
also depends on the cellular phone’s specification. If
this unit does not reconnect automatically, connect
manually.
lit:
flashing:
off:
Bluetooth signal on
Pairing standby mode
Bluetooth signal off
lit:
flashing:
off:
Connection successful
Connecting
No connection
lit:
flashing:
off:
Connection successful
Connecting
No connection
XXXX
Input passcode.
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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 that both this unit and the audio device
are switched to Bluetooth signal on.
2Press (SOURCE) repeatedly until “BT
AUDIO” appears.
3Press (6).
“” flashes while the connection is being
made. And then “ ” stays lit when the
connection is made.
Handsfree calling
Check that the unit and cellular phone are
connected beforehand.
Receiving calls
When receiving a call, a ring tone is output from
your car speakers.
1Press (handsfree) when a call is
received with a ring tone.
The phone call starts.
To end a call
Press (handsfree) again, or (OFF).
To reject an incoming call, press and hold
(handsfree) for 2 seconds.
Mic Gain adjustment
You can switch between two volume levels
(“LOW” or “HI”) to set a suitable level for the
other party during a call.
1Press (5) during a call.
The item changes as follows:
MIC-LOW yMIC-HI
Note
The microphone of this unit is located on the rear of
the front panel (page 9). Do not cover the microphone
with tape, etc.
Making calls
In the case of making calls from this unit, redial
is used.
1Press (SOURCE) repeatedly until “BT
PHONE” appears.
2Press and hold (handsfree) for 3
seconds or more.
The phone call starts.
To end a call
Press (handsfree) again, or (OFF).
To call another phone, use your cellular phone,
and then transfer the call.
For call transfer details, check the following.
Call transfer
In order to activate/deactivate the appropriate
device (this unit/cellular phone), check the
following.
1Press and hold (handsfree) or use
your cellular phone.
For details on cellular phone operation, refer to
your cellular phone manual.
Note
Depending on the cellular phone, handsfree
connection may be cut off when call transfer is
attempted.
Voice Dial Activation
You can activate voice dialing with a cellular
phone connected to this unit by saying the voice
tag stored on the cellular phone, then make a call.
1Press (SOURCE) repeatedly until “BT
PHONE” appears.
2Press (handsfree).
The cellular phone enters voice dialing mode.
3Say the voice tag stored on the cellular
phone.
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Notes
•Check that unit and cellular phone are connected
beforehand.
•Store a voice tag on your cellular phone beforehand.
•If you activate voice dialing with a cellular 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 27).
Tips
•Speak in the same way as you did when you stored
the voice tag.
•Store a voice tag while seated in the car, via this unit
with “BT PHONE” source selected.
Music streaming
Listening to music from an audio
device
You can listen to music of an audio device on this
unit if the audio device supports A2DP
(Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) of
Bluetooth technology.
1Turn down the volume on this unit.
2Press (SOURCE) repeatedly until “BT
AUDIO” appears.
3Operate the audio device to start
playback.
4Adjust the volume on this unit.
Adjusting the volume level
The volume level is adjustable for any difference
between the unit and the Bluetooth audio device.
1Start playback of the Bluetooth audio device at
a moderate volume.
2Set your usual listening volume on the unit.
3Press the select button repeatedly until “BTA”
appears, and rotate the volume control dial to
adjust the input level (–8 dB to +18 dB).
Operating an audio device with this
unit
You can perform the following operations on this
unit if the audio device supports AVRCP (Audio
Video Remote Control Profile) of Bluetooth
technology. (The operation differs depending on
the audio device.)
*Depending on the device, it may be necessary to
press twice.
Operations other than the above should be
performed on the audio device.
Notes
•During audio device playback, information such as
track number/time, playback status, etc., of a
connected audio device is not displayed on this unit.
•Even if the source is changed on this unit, playback
of the audio device does not stop.
Tip
You can connect a cellular phone that supports A2DP
(Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) as an audio
device and listen to music.
Deleting registration of all
paired devices
1Press (OFF).
This unit is turned off.
2If “ ” lights, press and hold
(BT) until “ ” turns off.
3Press and hold the select button.
4Press the select button repeatedly
until “BT INIT” appears.
5Press (SEEK) +.
Initializing starts.
It takes 3 seconds to cancel all registration.
Do not turn off the power while “INITIAL” is
flashing.
To Press
Play (6) (PAUSE)* on this unit.
Pause (6) (PAUSE)* on this unit.
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Other functions
Changing the sound settings
Adjusting the sound
characteristics
1Press the select button repeatedly
until the desired item appears.
2Rotate the volume control dial to
adjust the selected item.
After 3 seconds, the setting is complete and
the display returns to normal play/reception
mode.
The following items can be set (follow the page
reference for details):
“z” indicates the default settings.
*1 When EQ3 is activated.
*2 When AUX source is activated.
*3 When Bluetooth audio source is activated
(page 18).
Customizing the equalizer curve
— EQ3
“CUSTOM” of EQ3 allows you to make your
own equalizer settings.
1Select a source, then press the select
button repeatedly to select “EQ3.”
2Rotate the volume control dial to
select “CUSTOM.”
3Press the select button repeatedly
until “LOW,” “MID” or “HI” appears.
4Rotate the volume control dial to
adjust the selected item.
The volume level is adjustable in 1 dB steps,
from –10 dB to +10 dB.
Repeat steps 3 and 4 to adjust the equalizer
curve.
To restore the factory-set equalizer curve,
press and hold the select button before the
setting is complete.
After 3 seconds, the setting is complete and
the display returns to normal play/reception
mode.
Tip
Other equalizer types are also adjustable.
Adjusting setup items — SET
1Press and hold the select button.
The setup display appears.
2Press the select button repeatedly
until the desired item appears.
3Rotate the control dial to select the
setting (example “ON” or “OFF”).
4Press and hold the select button.
The setup is complete and the display returns
to normal play/reception mode.
Note
Displayed items will differ, depending on the source
and setting.
EQ3
To select an equalizer type: “XPLOD,”
“VOCAL,” “EDGE,” “CRUISE,” “SPACE,”
“GRAVITY,” “CUSTOM” or “OFF” (z).
LOW*1, MID*1, HI*1(page 19)
To customize the equalizer curve.
BAL (Balance)
To adjust the balance between the right and left
speakers: “RIGHT-10” – “CENTER” (z) –
“LEFT-10”
FAD (Fader)
To adjust the balance between the front and rear
speakers: “FRONT-10” – “CENTER” (z) –
“REAR-10”
SUB (Subwoofer volume)
To adjust the subwoofer volume: “+10 dB” –
“0 dB” (z) – “–10 dB”
(“ATT” is displayed at the lowest setting.)
AUX*2(AUX level)
To adjust the volume level for each connected
auxiliary equipment. This setting negates the
need to adjust the volume level between sources
(page 21).
Adjustable level: “+18 dB” – “0 dB” (z) –
“–8 dB”
BTA*3
To adjust the volume level for each connected
Bluetooth audio device. This setting negates the
need to adjust the volume level between sources
(page 18).
Adjustable level: “+18 dB” – “0 dB” (z) –
“–8 dB”
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The following items can be set (follow the page
reference for details):
“z” indicates the default settings.
Using optional equipment
Auxiliary audio equipment
By connecting an optional portable audio device
to the AUX input jack (stereo mini jack) on the
unit and then simply selecting the source, you
can listen on your car speakers. The volume level
is adjustable for any difference between the unit
and the portable audio device. Follow the
procedure below:
Connecting the portable audio
device
1Turn off the portable audio device.
2Turn down the volume on the unit.
3Connect to the unit.
*Be sure to use a straight type plug.
CLOCK-ADJ (Clock Adjust) (page 6)
CT (Clock Time)
To set “CT-ON” or “CT-OFF” (z) (page 13, 14).
BEEP
To set “BEEP-ON” (z) or “BEEP-OFF.”
RM (Rotary Commander)
To change the operative direction of the rotary
commander controls.
– “RM NORM” (z): to use the rotary
commander in the factory-set position.
– “RM REV”: when you mount the rotary
commander on the right side of the steering
column.
AUX-A*1(AUX Audio)
To turn the AUX source display “AUX-A-ON”
(z) or “AUX-A-OFF” (page 20).
A.OFF (Auto Off)
To shut off automatically after a desired time
when the unit is turned off.
– “A.OFF-NO” (z), “A.OFF-30S (Seconds),”
“A.OFF-30M (Minutes)” or “A.OFF-60M
(Minutes).”
DEMO
(Demonstration)
To set “DEMO-ON” (z) or “DEMO-OFF.”
DIM (Dimmer)
To change the brightness of the display.
– “DIM-ON”: to dim the display.
– “DIM-OFF” (z): to deactivate the dimmer.
A.SCRL*2(Auto Scroll)
To scroll long displayed item automatically
when the disc/album/track is changed.
– “A.SCRL-ON” (z): to scroll.
– “A.SCRL-OFF”: to not scroll.
LOCAL (Local Seek Mode)
– “LOCAL-ON”: to only tune into stations with
stronger signals.
– “LOCAL-OFF” (z): to tune normal reception.
MONO*3(Monaural Mode)
To improve poor FM reception, select monaural
reception mode.
– “MONO-ON”: to hear stereo broadcast in
monaural.
– “MONO-OFF” (z): to hear stereo broadcast in
stereo.
REG*3(Regional)
To set “REG-ON” (z) or “REG-OFF” (page 13).
LPF (Low Pass Filter)
To select the subwoofer cut-off frequency: “LPF
OFF” (z), “LPF125Hz” or “LPF 78Hz.”
LOUD (Loudness)
To allow you to listen clearly at low volume
levels.
– “LOUD-ON”: to reinforce bass and treble.
– “LOUD-OFF” (z): to not reinforce bass and
treble.
DM+*2
To set the DM+ function.
– “DM+-ON” (z): to activate it.
– “DM+-OFF”: to cancel it.
BTM (page 12)
BT INIT*1(page 18)
*1 When the unit is turned off.
*2 When CD/USB source is activated.
*3 When FM is received.
AUX
AUX
Connecting cord*
(not supplied)