Sony DSX-A415BT User manual

DSX-A415BT
FM/AM
Digital Media
Player
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom ofthe unit.
Record the serial number inthe space provided below.
Model No. DSX-A415BT
To cancel the demonstration (DEMO) display, see page 22.
For the connection/installation, see page 37.

The nameplate indicating operating voltage, etc., is
located on the bottom of the chassis.
Warning
For safety, be sure to install this unit in the
dashboard of the car as the rear side of the unit
becomes hot during use.
For details, see “Connection/Installation”
(page 37).
FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE USA. NOT
APPLICABLE IN CANADA, INCLUDING IN THE
PROVINCE OF QUEBEC.
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for aClass Bdigital device,
pursuant toPart 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed toprovide reasonable
protection against harmful interference ina
residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
ifnot installed and used inaccordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference toradio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged totry to correct the interference by
one or moreof the following measures:
 Reorient orrelocate thereceiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
 Connect the equipment into anoutlet ona
circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules
and Industry Canada's licence-exempt RSSs.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference; and
(2) This device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
This transmitter must notbe co-located or operated
in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
Under Industry Canada regulations, thisradio
transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a
type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for
the transmitter by Industry Canada. Toreduce
potential radio interference to other users, the
antenna type and its gain should beso chosen that
the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.)
is not more than that necessary for successful
communication.
This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment and meets the FCC radio frequency
(RF) Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of the IC
radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This
equipment has very low levels of RF energy that is
deemed to comply without maximum permissive
exposure evaluation (MPE).
For the State of California, USA only
Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply
WARNING: Do not ingest battery,
Chemical Burn Hazard.
The remote commander contains a coin/
button cell battery. If the coin/button cell battery is
swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in just
2 hours and can lead to death.
Keep new and used batteries away from children. If
the battery compartment does not close securely,
stop using the product and keep it away from
children.
If you think batteries might have been swallowed or
placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate
medical attention.
Note on the lithium battery
Do not expose the battery to excessive heat such as
direct sunlight, fire or the like.
Disclaimer regarding services offered by
third parties
Services offered by third parties may be changed,
suspended, or terminated without prior notice.
Sony does not bear any responsibility in these sorts
of situations.
Warning if your car’s ignition has no ACC
position
Be sure to set the AUTO OFF function (page 22).
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.

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.
Dear customer, this product includes a radio
transmitter.
Please check your vehicle operation manual or
contact the manufacturer of your vehicle or your
vehicle dealer, before you install this product into
your vehicle.
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).
On BLUETOOTH communication
Microwaves emitting from a BLUETOOTH device
may affect the operation of electronic medical
devices. Turn off this unit and other BLUETOOTH
devices in the following locations, as it may cause
an accident.
where inflammable gas is present, in a hospital,
train, airplane, or petrol station
near automatic doors or a fire alarm
This unit supports security capabilities that
comply with the BLUETOOTH standard to provide
a secure connection when the BLUETOOTH
wireless technology is used, but security may not
be enough depending on the setting. Be careful
when communicating using BLUETOOTH wireless
technology.
We do not take any responsibility for the leakage
of information during BLUETOOTH
communication.
Important notice

Table of Contents
Warning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Guide to Parts and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Getting Started
Detaching the Front Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Resetting the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Checking the Battery Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Connecting a USB Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Connecting Other Portable Audio Device . . . . . . . 12
Listening to the Radio
Listening to the Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Using Radio Data System (RDS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Listening to the SiriusXM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Playback
Playing a USB Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Playing a BLUETOOTH Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Searching and Playing Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Listening to Pandora®
Setting up Pandora® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Streaming Pandora®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Available Operations in Pandora®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Handsfree Calling (via BLUETOOTH
only)
Receiving a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Making a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Available Operations during Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Useful Functions
Sony | Music Center with iPhone/Android
smartphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Using Voice Recognition
(Android smartphone only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Using Siri Eyes Free . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Settings
Canceling the DEMO Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Basic Setting Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
General Setup (GENERAL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Sound Setup (SOUND). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Display Setup (DISPLAY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
BLUETOOTH Setup (BLUETOOTH) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Sony | Music Center Setup (SONY APP). . . . . . . . . 25
Additional Information
Updating the Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Connection/Installation
Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Parts List for Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Guide to Parts and Controls
Front panel release button
SRC (source)
Turn on the power.
Change the source.
OFF
Press and hold for 1 second to turn the source
off and display the clock.
Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to turn
off the power and the display.
If the unit is turned off and the display
disappears, operation by the remote
commander is not available.
Control dial
Rotate to adjust the volume.
PUSH ENTER
Enter the selected item.
Press SRC, rotate then press to change the
source (timeout in 2 seconds).
MENU
Open the setup menu.
VOICE (page 19, 21)
Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to
activate voice dial, voice recognition (Android™
smartphone only), or the Siri function (iPhone
only).
N-Mark
Touch the control dial with Android smartphone
to make BLUETOOTH connection.
Display window
/ (SEEK–/+)
Tune in radio stations automatically. Press and
hold to tune manually.
/(prev/next)
/(fast-reverse/fast-forward)
PTY (program type)
Select PTY in RDS.
(browse) (page 14, 16, 17)
Enter the browse mode during playback.
(Not available when [BT AUDIO] is selected, or a
USB device in Android mode or iPod is
connected.)
Main unit

CALL
Enter the call menu. Receive/end a call.
Press and hold more than 2 seconds to switch
the BLUETOOTH signal.
(back)
Return to the previous display.
MODE (page 12, 14, 17, 19)
Receptor for the remote commander
Number buttons (1 to 6)
Receive stored radio stations. Press and hold to
store stations.
ALBUM /
Skip an album for audio device. Press and hold
to skip albums continuously.
(Not available when a USB device in Android
mode or iPod is connected.)
Press to thumbs up, or to thumbs down in
Pandora® (page 17).
(repeat)
(Not available when a USB device in Android
mode is connected.)
(shuffle)
(Not available when a USB device in Android
mode is connected.)
MIC (page 19)
(play/pause)
EXTRA BASS
Reinforces bass sound in synchronization with
the volume level. Press to change the EXTRA
BASS setting: [1], [2], [OFF].
AUX input jack
DSPL (display)
Press to change display items.
SCRL (scroll)
Press and hold to scroll a display item.
USB port
Microphone (inner panel)
In order for the handsfree function to work
properly, do not cover the microphone with
tape, etc.
The VOL (volume) + button has a tactile dot.
CALL
Enter the call menu. Receive/end a call.
SOUND
Open the SOUND menu directly.
MENU
Press and hold to open the setup menu.
///
Select a setup item, etc.
ENTER
Enter the selected item.
Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to
establish or terminate the “Sony | Music Center”
function.
/(prev/next)
+/– (album +/–)
VOL (volume) +/–
RM-X231 Remote commander

Remove the insulation film before use.
Detaching the Front Panel
You can detach the front panel of this unit to
prevent theft.
1Press and hold OFF until the unit turns
off, press the front panel release button
, then pull the panel towards you to
remove.
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.
Serial numbers
Make sure the serial numbers on the bottom of the
unit and the back of the front panel are matched
correctly. Otherwise you cannot make BLUETOOTH
pairing, connection and disconnection by NFC.
Getting Started
Attaching the front panel

Resetting the Unit
Before operating the unit for the first time, or after
replacing the car battery or changing connections,
you must reset the unit.
1Press DSPL and (back)/MODE for
more than 2 seconds.
Note
Resetting the unit will erase the clock setting and some
stored contents.
Setting the Clock
1Press MENU, rotate the control dial to
select [GENERAL], then press it.
2Rotate the control dial to select [SET
CLOCK-ADJ], then press it.
The hour indication flashes.
3Rotate the control dial to set the hour
and minute.
To move the digital indication, press /
(SEEK –/+).
4After setting the minute, press MENU.
The setup is complete and the clock starts.
To display the clock
Press DSPL.
Checking the Battery Voltage
You can check the current battery voltage. (Not
available while the source is off and the clock is
displayed.)
1Press DSPL repeatedly until the battery
voltage display appears.
Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device
You can enjoy music, or perform handsfree calling
depending on the BLUETOOTH compatible device
such as a smartphone, cellular phone and audio
device (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, loud sound may
result.
By touching the control dial on the unit with an
NFC* compatible smartphone, the unit is paired and
connected with the smartphone automatically.
* NFC (Near Field Communication) is a technology
enabling short-range wireless communication
between various devices, such as mobile phones and
IC tags. Thanks to the NFC function, data
communication can be achieved easily just by
touching the relevant symbol or designated location
on NFC compatible devices.
For a smartphone with Android OS 4.0 or lower
installed, downloading the app “NFC Easy Connect”
available at Google Play™ is required. The app may
not be downloadable in some countries/regions.
1Activate the NFC function on the
smartphone.
For details, refer to the operating instructions
supplied with the smartphone.
2Touch the N-Mark part of the unit with
the N-Mark part of the smartphone.
Make sure that lights up on the display of the
unit.
Connecting with a Smartphone using
One-touch connection (NFC)

To disconnect using NFC
Touch the N-Mark part of the unit with the N-Mark
part of the smartphone again.
Notes
When making the connection, handle the
smartphone carefully to prevent scratches.
One-touch connection is not possible when the unit is
already connected to another NFC compatible device.
In this case, disconnect the other device, and make
connection with the smartphone again.
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. This unit can connect two
BLUETOOTH devices (two cellular phones, or a
cellular phone and an audio device).
1Place the BLUETOOTH device within 1 m
(3 ft) of this unit.
2Press MENU, rotate the control dial to
select [BLUETOOTH], then press it.
3Rotate the control dial to select [SET
PAIRING], then press it.
4Rotate the control dial to select [SET
DEVICE 1]* or [SET DEVICE 2]*, then press
it.
flashes while the unit is in pairing standby
mode.
* [SET DEVICE 1] or [SET DEVICE 2] will be changed
to the paired device name after pairing is
complete.
5Perform pairing on the BLUETOOTH
device so it detects this unit.
6Select [DSX-XXXX] (your model name)
shown in the display of the BLUETOOTH
device.
If your model name does not appear, repeat
from step 2.
7If passkey*input is required on the
BLUETOOTH device, input [0000].
* Passkey may be called “Passcode,” “PIN code,”
“PIN number” or “Password,” etc., depending on
the device.
When pairing is made, stays lit.
8Select this unit on the BLUETOOTH device
to establish the BLUETOOTH connection.
or lights up when the connection is made.
Note
While connecting to a BLUETOOTH device, this unit
cannot be detected from another device. To enable
detection, enter the pairing mode and search for this
unit from another device.
To start playback
For details, see “Playing a BLUETOOTH Device”
(page 15).
To disconnect the paired device
Perform step 2 to 4 to disconnect after this unit and
the BLUETOOTH device are paired.
Pairing and connecting with a
BLUETOOTH device
[0000]
Input passkey

To use a paired device, connection with this unit is
required. Some paired devices will connect
automatically.
1Press MENU, rotate the control dial to
select [BLUETOOTH], then press it.
2Rotate the control dial to select [SET BT
SIGNL], then press it.
Make sure that lights up.
3Activate the BLUETOOTH function on the
BLUETOOTH device.
4Operate the BLUETOOTH device to
connect to this unit.
or lights up.
Icons in the display:
To connect the last-connected device from
this unit
Activate the BLUETOOTH function on the
BLUETOOTH device.
To connect with the audio device, press SRC
to select [BT AUDIO] and press (play/
pause).
To connect with the cellular phone, press
CALL.
Note
While streaming BLUETOOTH audio, you cannot
connect from this unit to the cellular phone. Connect
from the cellular phone to this unit instead.
Tip
With BLUETOOTH signal on: when the ignition is turned
to on, this unit reconnects automatically to the last-
connected cellular phone.
When an iPhone/iPod with iOS5 or later installed is
connected to the USB port, the unit is paired and
connected with the iPhone/iPod automatically.
To enable BLUETOOTH Auto Pairing, make sure [SET
AUTOPAIR] in [BLUETOOTH] is set to [ON] (page 24).
1Activate the BLUETOOTH function on the
iPhone/iPod.
2Connect an iPhone/iPod to the USB port.
Make sure that lights up on the display of the
unit.
Notes
BLUETOOTH Auto Pairing is not possible if the unit is
already connected to another BLUETOOTH device. In
this case, disconnect the other device, then connect
the iPhone/iPod again.
If BLUETOOTH Auto Pairing is not established, see
“Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device” (page 9).
Connecting a USB Device
1Turn down the volume on the unit.
Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH
device
Lights up when handsfree calling is
available by enabling the HFP (Handsfree
Profile).
Lights up when the audio device is
playable by enabling the A2DP
(Advanced Audio Distribution Profile).
Connecting with an iPhone/iPod
(BLUETOOTH Auto Pairing)

2Connect the USB device to the unit.
To connect an iPod/iPhone, use the USB
connection cable for iPod (not supplied).
Connecting Other Portable
Audio Device
1Turn off the portable audio device.
2Turn down the volume on the unit.
3Connect the portable audio device to the
AUX input jack (stereo mini jack) on the
unit with a connecting cord (not
supplied)*.
* Be sure to use a straight type plug.
4Press SRC to select [AUX].
To match the volume level of the connected
device to other sources
Start playback of the portable audio device at a
moderate volume, and set your usual listening
volume on the unit.
Press MENU, then select [SOUND] [SET AUX VOL]
(page 24).
Listening to the Radio
To listen to the radio, press SRC to select [TUNER].
1Press MODE to change the band (FM1,
FM2, FM3, AM1 or AM2).
2Press MENU, rotate the control dial to
select [GENERAL], then press it.
3Rotate the control dial to select [SET
BTM], then press it.
The unit stores stations in order of frequency on
the number buttons.
1Press MODE to change the band (FM1,
FM2, FM3, AM1 or AM2).
2Perform tuning.
To tune manually
Press and hold /(SEEK –/+) to locate
the approximate frequency, then press /
(SEEK –/+) repeatedly to finely adjust to the
desired frequency.
To tune automatically
Press /(SEEK –/+).
Scanning stops when the unit receives a station.
1While receiving the station that you want
to store, press and hold a number button
(1 to 6) until [MEM] appears.
Listening to the Radio
Storing automatically (BTM)
Tuning
Storing manually

1Select the band, then press a number
button (1 to 6).
Using Radio Data System (RDS)
1Press PTY during FM reception.
2Rotate the control dial until the desired
program type appears, then press it.
The unit starts to search for a station
broadcasting the selected program type.
Type of programs
The CT data from the RDS transmission sets the
clock.
1Set [SET CT] in [GENERAL] to [SET CT-ON]
(page 23).
Listening to the SiriusXM Radio
Only SiriusXM brings you moreof what you love to
listen to, all in one place. Get over 140 channels,
including commercial-free music plus the best
sports, news, talk, comedy and entertainment.
Welcome to the world of satellite radio. A SiriusXM
Connect Vehicle Tuner and Subscription are
required.
After installing your SiriusXM Connect Vehicle
Tuner and antenna, press SRC to select [SIRIUSXM].
You should be able to hearthe SiriusXM preview
channel on Channel 1. After verifying that you can
hear thepreview channel, select Channel 0 to find
the Radio ID of your tuner. Inaddition, the Radio ID
is located on the bottom of the SiriusXM Connect
Vehicle Tuner and its packaging. You will need this
number toactivate your subscription. Write the
number down for reference.
As part oftheactivation process, the SiriusXM
satellites will send anactivation message toyour
tuner. When your radio detects that the tuner has
received the activation message, your radio will
display: [SUBSCRIP UPDATED - PRESS ENTER TO
CONTINUE]. Once subscribed, you can tune to
channels in your subscription plan.
Notes
 The activation process usually takes 10 to15 minutes,
but may takeup to an hour.
 Your radio will need tobe turned on and receiving the
SiriusXM signal to receive the activation message.
Receiving the stored stations
Selecting program types (PTY)
NEWS (News), INFORM (Information), SPORTS
(Sports), TALK (Talk), ROCK (Rock), CLS ROCK
(Classic Rock), ADLT HIT (Adult Hits), SOFT RCK (Soft
Rock), TOP 40 (Top 40), COUNTRY (Country),
OLDIES (Oldies), SOFT (Soft), NOSTALGA
(Nostalgia), JAZZ (Jazz), CLASSICL (Classical),
R & B (Rhythm and Blues), SOFT R&B (Soft Rhythm
and Blues), LANGUAGE (Foreign Language), REL
MUSC (Religious Music), REL TALK (Religious Talk),
PERSNLTY (Personality), PUBLIC (Public), COLLEGE
(College), HABL ESP (Spanish Talk), MUSC ESP
(Spanish Music), HIP HOP (Hip-Hop), WEATHER
(Weather)
Setting clock time (CT)
Activating your SiriusXM Subscription

1Press (browse).
2Rotate the control dial to select
[CHANNEL], then press it.
3Rotate the control dial to select the
desired channel, then press it.
To select channels with rapid browse mode
Press and hold or of remote commander more
than 2 seconds after [CHANNEL] selected, then
press ENTER.
To select channels from categories
1Press (browse).
2Rotate the control dial to select [CATEGORY], then
press it.
3Rotate the control dial to select the desired
category, then press it.
The channel list appears.
4Rotate the control dial to select the desired
channel, then press it.
To store channels
1While receiving the channel that you want to store,
press and hold a number button (1 to 6) until
[MEMORY] appears.
To receive the stored channel, press MODE to select
the Band you want ([SX1], [SX2] or [SX3]), then press
a number button (1 to 6). (Each Band can store up to
6 channels.)
To set a parental control
The parental control feature allows you to limit
access to SiriusXM channels with mature content.
When enabled, the parental control feature requires
you to enter a passcode to tune to the locked
channels. Information on setting up the passcode
and locking channels can be found below.
1Press MENU and rotate the control dial.
2Select [GENERAL] [SXM PARENTAL] [LOCK
SELECT] [LOCK-ON].
3Enter the passcode by rotating the control dial on
the unit or pressing /on the remote
commander.
To move the entry position, press /
(SEEK –/+) on the unit or /on the remote
commander.
The initial passcode is [0000].
4After entering the passcode, press ENTER.
To unlock the channels, select [LOCK-OFF].
To change the passcode
1Press MENU and rotate the control dial.
2Select [GENERAL] [SXM PARENTAL] [CODE EDIT].
3Enter the current passcode on the current passcode
input display, then press ENTER.
The initial passcode is [0000].
4Enter your new 4-digit passcode on the new
passcode input display, then press ENTER.
To change display items
Press DSPL to change as follows:
Channel Number (Default) Channel Name Artist
Name Song Title Content Info Category Name
Clock Battery Voltage
Selecting channels for SiriusXM

Playing a USB Device
In these Operating Instructions, “iPod” is used as a
general reference for the iPod functions on an iPod
and iPhone, unless otherwise specified by the text
or illustrations.
AOA (Android Open Accessory) 2.0, MSC (Mass
Storage Class) and MTP (Media Transfer Protocol)
type USB devices* compliant with the USB
standard can be used. Depending on the USB
device, the Android mode orMSC/MTP mode can
be selected on theunit.
Some digital media players orAndroid
smartphones mayrequire setting to MTP mode.
* e.g., a USB flash drive, digital media player, Android
smartphone
Notes
 Smartphones with Android OS4.1 or higher installed
support Android Open Accessory 2.0 (AOA 2.0).
However, some smartphones may not fully support
AOA 2.0 even if Android OS 4.1 orhigher isinstalled.
Playback of the following files is not supported.
MP3/WMA/FLAC:
copyright-protected files
DRM (Digital Rights Management) files
Multi-channel audio files
MP3/WMA:
lossless compression files
Before making a connection, select the USB mode
(Android mode or MSC/MTP mode) depending on
the USB device (page 23).
1Connect a USB device to the USB port
(page 11).
Playback starts.
If a device is already connected, to start
playback, press SRC to select [USB] ([IPD]
appears in the display when the iPod is
recognized).
2Adjust the volume on this unit.
To stop playback
Press and hold OFF for 1 second.
To remove the device
Stop playback, then remove the device.
Caution for iPhone
When you connect an iPhone via USB, phone call
volume is controlled by the iPhone, not the unit. Do
not inadvertently increase the volume on the unit
during a call, as a sudden loud sound may result
when the call ends.
Playing a BLUETOOTH Device
You can play contents on a connected device that
supports BLUETOOTH A2DP (Advanced Audio
Distribution Profile).
1Make BLUETOOTH connection with the
audio device (page 9).
To select the audio device, press MENU, then
select [BLUETOOTH] [SET AUDIODEV]
(page 24).
2Press SRC to select [BT AUDIO].
3Operate the audio device to start
playback.
4Adjust the volume on this unit.
Playback

Notes
Depending on the audio device, information such as
title, track number/time and playback status may not
be displayed on this unit.
Even if the source is changed on this unit, playback of
the audio device does not stop.
[BT AUDIO] does not appear in the display while
running the “Sony | Music Center” application via the
BLUETOOTH function.
To match the volume level of the BLUETOOTH
device to other sources
Start playback of the BLUETOOTH audio device at a
moderate volume, and set your usual listening
volume on the unit.
Press MENU, then select [SOUND] [SET BTA VOL]
(page 24).
Searching and Playing Tracks
Not available when a USB device in Android mode is
connected.
1During playback, press (repeat) or
(shuffle) repeatedly to select the desired
play mode.
Playback in the selected play mode may take
time to start.
Available play modes differ depending on the
selected sound source.
Not available when a USB device in Android mode
or iPod is connected.
1During USB playback, press (browse)*
to display the list of search categories.
When the track list appears, press (back)
repeatedly to display the desired search
category.
* During USB playback, press (browse) for more
than 2 seconds to directly return to the beginning
of the category list.
2Rotate the control dial to select the
desired search category, then press it to
confirm.
3Repeat step 2 to search the desired track.
Playback starts.
To exit the Quick-BrowZer mode
Press (browse).
Not available when a USB device in Android mode
or iPod is connected.
1During USB playback, press (browse).
2Press (SEEK +).
3Rotate the control dial to select the item.
The list is jumped in steps of 10% of the total
number of items.
4Press ENTER to return to the Quick-
BrowZer mode.
The selected item appears.
5Rotate the control dial to select the
desired item, then press it.
Playback starts.
Repeat play and shuffle play
Searching a track by name (Quick-
BrowZer™)
Searching by skipping items
(Jump mode)

Pandora® isavailable to stream music through your
iPhone. You can control Pandora® on a BLUETOOTH
connected iPhone/Android smartphone from this
unit.
Setting up Pandora®
1Check the compatibility of your mobile
device.
2Download the latest version of the
Pandora® application from your
smartphone’s app store.
Streaming Pandora®
1Make BLUETOOTH connection with the
audio device (page 9).
To select the audio device, press MENU, then
select [BLUETOOTH] [AUDIODEV] (page 24).
2Press SRC to select [PANDORA].
3Launch Pandora® application on your
mobile device.
4Press (play/pause) to start playback.
If the device number appears
Make sure that the same numbers are displayed
(e.g., 123456) in this unit and the mobile device,
then press ENTER on this unit and select [Yes] on
the mobile device.
When activating the BLUETOOTH function
You can adjust the volume level.
Press MENU, then select [SOUND] [SET BTA VOL]
(page 24).
Available Operations in
Pandora®
“Thumbs Up” or “Thumbs Down” feedback allows
you to personalize stations.
1During playback, press (Thumbs Up) or
(Thumbs Down).
The station list allows you to easily select a desired
station.
1During playback, press (browse).
2Press (SEEK +) to select the sorting
order [BY DATE] or [A TO Z].
3Rotate the control dial to select the
desired station, then press it.
Playback starts.
The track currently being played can be
bookmarked and stored in your Pandora® account.
1During playback, press MODE.
Listening to Pandora®
“Thumbs” feedback
Using the station list
Bookmarking

To use a cellular phone, connect it with this unit.
You can connect two cellular phones to the unit. For
details, see “Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device”
(page 9).
Receiving a Call
1Press CALL when a call is received with a
ringtone.
The phone call starts.
Note
The ringtone and talker’s voice are output only from the
front speakers.
To reject the call
Press and hold OFF for 1 second.
To end the call
Press CALL again.
Making a Call
You can make a call from the phonebook or call
history when a cellular phone supporting PBAP
(Phone Book Access Profile) is connected.
When two cellular phones are connected to the
unit, select either phone.
1Press CALL.
When two cellular phones are connected to the
unit, rotate the control dial to select either
phone, then press it.
2Rotate the control dial to select [PHONE
BOOK], then press it.
3Rotate the control dial to select an initial
from the initial list, then press it.
4Rotate the control dial to select a name
from the name list, then press it.
5Rotate the control dial to select a
number from the number list, then press
it.
The phone call starts.
1Press CALL.
When two cellular phones are connected to the
unit, rotate the control dial to select either
phone, then press it.
2Rotate the control dial to select [RECENT
CALL], then press it.
A list of the call history appears.
3Rotate the control dial to select a name
or phone number from the call history,
then press it.
The phone call starts.
1Press CALL.
When two cellular phones are connected to the
unit, rotate the control dial to select either
phone, then press it.
2Rotate the control dial to select [DIAL
NUMBER], then press it.
3Rotate the control dial to enter the
phone number, and lastly select [ ]
(space), then press ENTER*.
The phone call starts.
* To move the digital indication, press /
(SEEK –/+).
Handsfree Calling (via BLUETOOTH
only)
From the phonebook
From the call history
By phone number input

Note
[_] appears instead of [#] on the display.
1Press CALL.
When two cellular phones are connected to the
unit, rotate the control dial to select either
phone, then press it.
2Rotate the control dial to select [REDIAL],
then press it.
The phone call starts.
You can make a call by saying the voice tag stored
in a connected cellular phone that has a voice
dialing function.
1Press CALL.
When two cellular phones are connected to the
unit, rotate the control dial to select either
phone, then press it.
2Rotate the control dial to select [VOICE
DIAL], then press it.
Alternatively, press and hold VOICE for more
than 2 seconds.
3Say the voice tag stored on the cellular
phone.
Your voice is recognized, and the call is made.
To cancel voice dialing
Press VOICE.
Available Operations during
Call
To adjust the ringtone volume
Rotate the control dial while receiving a call.
To adjust the talker’s voice volume
Rotate the control dial during a call.
To adjust the volume for the other party (Mic
gain adjustment)
Press MIC.
Adjustable volume levels: [MIC-LOW], [MIC-MID],
[MIC-HI].
To reduce echo and noise (Echo Canceler/
Noise Canceler Mode)
Press and hold MIC.
Settable mode: [EC/NC-1], [EC/NC-2].
To switch between handsfree mode and
handheld mode
During a call, press MODE to switch the phone call
audio between the unit and cellular phone.
Note
Depending on the cellular phone, this operation may
not be available.
By redial
By voice tags

Sony | Music Center with
iPhone/Android smartphone
Downloading the latest version of “Sony | Music
Center” application is required from the App Store
for iPhone or from Google Play for Android
smartphone.
Notes
For your safety, follow your local traffic laws and
regulations, and do not operate the application while
driving.
“Sony | Music Center” is an app for controlling Sony
audio devices which are compatible with “Sony |
Music Center”, by your iPhone/Android smartphone.
1Make the BLUETOOTH connection with
iPhone/Android smartphone (page 9).
To select the audio device, press MENU, then
select [BLUETOOTH] [SET AUDIODEV]
(page 24).
2Launch the “Sony | Music Center”
application.
3Press MENU, rotate the control dial to
select [SONY APP], then press it.
4Rotate the control dial to select
[CONNECT], then press it.
Connection to iPhone/Android smartphone
starts.
For details on the operations on iPhone/
Android smartphone, see the help of the
application.
If the device number appears
Make sure that the number is displayed (e.g.,
123456), then select [Yes] on the iPhone/Android
smartphone.
To terminate connection
1Press MENU, rotate the control dial to select [SONY
APP], then press it.
2Rotate the control dial to select [CONNECT], then
press it.
Selecting the source or application
You can operate to select the desired source or
application on iPhone/Android smartphone.
To select the source
Press SRC repeatedly. Alternatively, press SRC,
rotate the control dial to select the desired source,
then press ENTER.
To display the source list
Press SRC.
Announcement of SMS by voice guide
(Android smartphone only)
Messages of SMS are automatically read out
through the car speakers when they are received.
For details on settings, refer to the help of the
application.
Replying a message of SMS (Android
smartphone only)
You can reply a message by touching the reply icon.
1Activate the “Sony | Music Center” application, then
touch the [Reply] (reply) icon.
The message input display appears on the “Sony |
Music Center” application.
2Input a reply message by voice recognition.
The list of message candidates appears on the “Sony
| Music Center” application.
3Rotate the control dial to select the desired
message, then press it.
The message is sent out.
Useful Functions
Establishing the Sony | Music Center
connection