Sony XAV-AX100 User manual

SERVICE MANUAL
Sony Video & Sound Products Inc.
FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE USA. NOT
APPLICABLE IN CANADA, INCLUDING IN THE
PROVINCE OF QUEBEC.
POUR LES CLIENTS AUX ÉTATS-UNIS. NON
APPLICABLE AU CANADA, Y COMPRIS LA
PROVINCE DE QUÉBEC.
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
CTA Standard
Power Output: 20 Watts RMS × 4 at 4
Ohms < 1% THD+N
SN Ratio: 80 dBA (reference: 1 Watt into
4 Ohms)
Monitor section
Display type: Wide LCD color monitor
Dimensions: 6.4 in
System: TFT active matrix
Number of pixels:
1,152,000 pixels (800 × 3 (RGB) × 480)
Color system:
PAL/NTSC/SECAM/PAL-M automatic select for
CAMERA IN terminal
Tuner section
FM
Tuning range: 87.5 – 107.9 MHz
(US, CND models)
Antenna (aerial) terminal:
Tuning range: 87.5 – 108.0 MHz
(AEP, UK, IND, IND3 models)
(E model)
External antenna (aerial) connector
Intermediate frequency: 150 kHz
Usable sensitivity: 10 dBf
Selectivity: 70 dB at 400 kHz
Signal-to-noise ratio: 70 dB (mono)
Separation at 1 kHz: 30 dB
Frequency response: 20 – 15,000 Hz
AM
(US, CND models)
(AEP, UK, IND, IND3 models)
(E model)
USB player section
Interface: USB (High-speed)
Maximum current: 1.5 A
Wireless communication
Communication System:
BLUETOOTH Standard version 2.1
Output:
BLUETOOTH Standard Power Class 2
(Max. +4 dBm)
Maximum communication range*1
:
Line of sight approx. 10 m (33 ft)
Frequency band:
2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz – 2.4835 GHz)
Modulation method: FHSS
Compatible BLUETOOTH Profiles*2:
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) 1.2
AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile) 1.5
HFP (Handsfree Profile) 1.6
PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile) 1.1
Corresponding codec: SBC (.sbc)
*1 The actual range will vary depending on factors such as
obstacles between devices, magnetic fields around a
microwave oven, static electricity, reception sensitivity,
antenna (aerial)’s performance, operating system,
software application, etc.
*2 BLUETOOTH standard profiles indicate the purpose of
BLUETOOTH communication between devices.
Power amplier section
Outputs: Speaker outputs
Speaker impedance: 4 ohms – 8 ohms
Maximum power output: 55 W × 4 (at 4 ohms)
General
Outputs:
Audio output terminals (FRONT, REAR, SUB)
Power antenna (aerial)/Power amplifier control
terminal (REM OUT)
Inputs:
Illumination control terminal
Steering control input terminal
Antenna (aerial) input terminal
Microphone input terminal
Parking brake control terminal
Reverse input terminal
Camera input terminal
USB port
Power requirements: 12 V DC car battery
(negative ground (earth))
Rated current consumption: 10 A
Dimensions: Approx. 178 mm × 100 mm × 161.5 mm
(7 1
/8in × 4 in × 6 3/8in) (w/h/d)
Mounting dimensions:
Approx. 178 mm × 100 mm × 155 mm
(7 1
/8in × 4 in × 6 1 /8in) (w/h/d)
Mass: Approx. 1.1 kg (2 lb 7 oz)
Package contents:
Main unit (1)
Parts for installation and connections (1 set)
Remote Commander (1): RM-X170 (Except AEP, UK models)
Microphone (1)
Cable for steering wheel remote input (1)
(Indian model: Supplied to Serial No. 7104601 or larger)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
(US, CND models)
T
uning range:
87.5 - 108.0 MHz (at 50 kHz step)
87.5 – 108.0 MHz (at 100 kHz step)
87.5 – 107.9 MHz (at 200 kHz step)
FM tuning step:
50 kHz/100 kHz/200 kHz switchable
Tuning range: 530 – 1,710 kHz
Antenna (aerial) terminal:
External antenna (aerial) connector
Intermediate frequency:
9,267.5 kHz or 9,257.5 kHz/5 kHz
Sensitivity: 44 μV
Tuning range: 531 – 1,602 kHz
Antenna (aerial) terminal:
External antenna (aerial) connector
Intermediate frequency:
9,267 kHz or 9,258 kHz/4.5 kHz
Sensitivity: 44 μV
Tuning range:
531 - 1,602 kHz (at 9 kHz step)
530 - 1,710 kHz (at 10 kHz step)
AM tuning step:
9 kHz/10 kHz switchable
Antenna (aerial) terminal:
External antenna (aerial) connector
Intermediate frequency:
9,267 kHz or 9,258 kHz/4.5 kHz (at 9 kHz step)
9,267.5 kHz or 9,257.5 kHz/5 kHz (at 10 kHz step)
Sensitivity: 44 μV
XAV-AX100/AX100C2
SPECIFICATIONS
AV RECEIVER
9-896-336-04
2018C33-1
© 2018.03
US Model
Canadian Model
AEP Model
UK Model
Australian Model
Indian Model
XAV-AX100
E Model
XAV-AX100/AX100C2
Ver. 1.3 2018.03
• This model is not equipped with a mechanism deck.
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FLEXIBLE CIRCUIT BOARD REPAIRING
• Keep the temperature of soldering iron around 270 °C during
repairing.
• Do not touch the soldering iron on the same conductor of the
circuit board (within 3 times).
• Be careful not to apply force on the conductor when soldering
or unsoldering.
T
HIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVCPATENT
PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON-
COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO
(i)ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC
STANDARD (“AVC VIDEO”)
AND/OR
(ii)DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A
CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND
NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS
OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO
PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR
SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE.
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HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM
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PORTFOLIO LICENSE AND VC-1 PATENT PORTFOLIO
LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON-
COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO DECODE
VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD
(“AVC VIDEO”) AND/OR THE VC-1 STANDARD (“VC-1
VIDEO”) THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER
ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NONCOMMERCIAL
ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO
PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO AND/
OR VC-1 VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL
BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL
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respective owners.
T
he Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered
trademarks owned by 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.
Windows Media is either a registered trademark or
trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.
T
his product is protected by certain intellectual
property rights of Microsoft Corporation. Use or
distribution of such technology outside of this
product is prohibited without a license from
Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary.
Apple and iPhone are trademarks of Apple Inc.,
registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Apple CarPlay is a trademark of Apple Inc.
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents
licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
Android, Android Auto, Google and Google Play are
trademarks of Google Inc.
T
his product uses font data which is licensed to
Sony owned by Monotype Imaging Inc.
Such font data shall be used solely in connection
with this product.
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HIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE MPEG-4
VISUAL PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE
PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A
CONSUMER FOR DECODING VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE
WITH THE MPEG-4 VISUAL STANDARD (“MPEG-4
VIDEO”) THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER
ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NONCOMMERCIAL
ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO
PROVIDER LICENSED BY MPEG LA TO PROVIDE
MPEG-4 VIDEO.
NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR
ANY OTHER USE.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION INCLUDING THAT
RELATING TO PROMOTIONAL, INTERNAL AND
COMMERCIAL USES AND LICENSING MAY BE
OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, LLC. SEE
HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM
Copyrights
(XAV-AX100)
THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT
PORTFOLIO LICENSE AND VC-1 PATENT PORTFOLIO
LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON-
COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO DECODE
VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD
(“AVC VIDEO”) AND/OR THE VC-1 STANDARD (“VC-1
VIDEO”) THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER
ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NONCOMMERCIAL
ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO
PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO AND/
OR VC-1 VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL
BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA,
L.L.C. SEE HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM
All other trademarks are trademarks of their
respective owners.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered
trademarks 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.
Windows Media is either a registered trademark or
trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.
T
his product is protected by certain intellectual
property rights of Microsoft Corporation. Use or
distribution of such technology outside of this
product is prohibited without a license from
Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary.
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents
licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
Android, Android Auto, Google and Google Play are
trademarks of Google LLC.
T
his product uses font data which is licensed to
Sony owned by Monotype Imaging Inc.
Such font data shall be used solely in connection
with this product.
T
HIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE MPEG-4
VISUAL PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE
PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A
CONSUMER FOR DECODING VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE
WITH THE MPEG-4 VISUAL STANDARD (“MPEG-4
VIDEO”) THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER
ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NONCOMMERCIAL
ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO
PROVIDER LICENSED BY MPEG LA TO PROVIDE
MPEG-4 VIDEO.
NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR
ANY OTHER USE.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION INCLUDING THAT
RELATING TO PROMOTIONAL, INTERNAL AND
COMMERCIAL USES AND LICENSING MAY BE
OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, LLC. SEE
HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM
T
HIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVCPATENT
PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON-
COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO
(i)ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC
STANDARD (“AVC VIDEO”)
AND/OR
(ii)DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A
CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND
NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS
OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO
PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR
SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED
FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE
HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM
Copyrights
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1. SERVICING NOTES ............................................. 4
2. GENERAL .................................................................. 10
3. DISASSEMBLY
3-1. Disassembly Flow........................................................... 20
3-2. Mini Fuse (F1), Top Cover ............................................. 20
3-3. USB Cable (USB1)......................................................... 21
3-4. Front Panel Block, Main Chassis Block ......................... 21
3-5. MAIN Board ................................................................... 22
3-6. Panel Bracket .................................................................. 23
3-7. Knob Assy....................................................................... 23
3-8. TFT Board....................................................................... 24
3-9. BT Antenna (BT1), TFT (6.5) (LCD1),
Touch Panel (TPN1) ....................................................... 25
4. ELECTRICAL ADJUSTMENT .......................... 25
5. DIAGRAMS
5-1. Block Diagram
- OVERALL Section (XAV-AX100) -............................ 26
5-2. Block Diagram
- POWER SUPPLY Section (XAV-AX100) -................. 27
5-3. Block Diagram
- OVERALL Section (XAV-AX100C2) - ....................... 28
5-4. Block Diagram
- POWER SUPPLY Section (XAV-AX100C2) - ............ 29
5-5. Schematic Diagram - MAIN Board (1/3) -..................... 31
5-6. Schematic Diagram - MAIN Board (2/3) -..................... 32
5-7. Schematic Diagram - MAIN Board (3/3) -..................... 33
5-8. Printed Wiring Board
- MAIN Board (Component Side) -................................ 34
5-9. Printed Wiring Board
- MAIN Board (Conductor Side) -.................................. 35
5-10. Printed Wiring Board - TFT Board -............................... 36
5-11. Schematic Diagram
- TFT Board (1/11) (XAV-AX100) -............................... 37
5-12. Schematic Diagram
- TFT Board (2/11) (XAV-AX100) -............................... 38
5-13. Schematic Diagram
- TFT Board (3/11) (XAV-AX100) -............................... 39
5-14. Schematic Diagram
- TFT Board (4/11) (XAV-AX100) -............................... 40
TABLE OF CONTENTS
5-15. Schematic Diagram
- TFT Board (5/11) (XAV-AX100) -............................... 41
5-16. Schematic Diagram
- TFT Board (6/11) (XAV-AX100) -............................... 42
5-17. Schematic Diagram
- TFT Board (7/11) (XAV-AX100) -............................... 43
5-18. Schematic Diagram
- TFT Board (8/11) (XAV-AX100) -............................... 44
5-19. Schematic Diagram
- TFT Board (9/11) (XAV-AX100) -............................... 45
5-20. Schematic Diagram
- TFT Board (10/11) (XAV-AX100) -............................. 46
5-21. Schematic Diagram
- TFT Board (11/11) (XAV-AX100) - ............................. 47
5-22. Schematic Diagram
- TFT Board (1/11) (XAV-AX100C2) - .......................... 48
5-23. Schematic Diagram
- TFT Board (2/11) (XAV-AX100C2) - .......................... 49
5-24. Schematic Diagram
- TFT Board (3/11) (XAV-AX100C2) - .......................... 50
5-25. Schematic Diagram
- TFT Board (4/11) (XAV-AX100C2) - .......................... 51
5-26. Schematic Diagram
- TFT Board (5/11) (XAV-AX100C2) - .......................... 52
5-27. Schematic Diagram
- TFT Board (6/11) (XAV-AX100C2) - .......................... 53
5-28. Schematic Diagram
- TFT Board (7/11) (XAV-AX100C2) - .......................... 54
5-29. Schematic Diagram
- TFT Board (8/11) (XAV-AX100C2) - .......................... 55
5-30. Schematic Diagram
- TFT Board (9/11) (XAV-AX100C2) - .......................... 56
5-31. Schematic Diagram
- TFT Board (10/11) (XAV-AX100C2) - ........................ 57
5-32. Schematic Diagram
- TFT Board (11/11) (XAV-AX100C2) - ........................ 58
6. EXPLODED VIEWS
6-1. Main Chassis Section...................................................... 59
6-2. Front Panel Section......................................................... 60
7. ELECTRICAL PARTS LIST .............................. 61
Accessories are given in the last of the electrical parts list.
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SECTION 1
SERVICING NOTES
UNLEADED SOLDER
Boards requiring use of unleaded solder are printed with the lead-
free mark (LF) indicating the solder contains no lead.
(Caution: Some printed circuit boards may not come printed with
the lead free mark due to their particular size)
: LEAD FREE MARK
Unleaded solder has the following characteristics.
• Unleaded solder melts at a temperature about 40 °C higher
than ordinary solder.
Ordinary soldering irons can be used but the iron tip has to be
applied to the solder joint for a slightly longer time.
Soldering irons using a temperature regulator should be set to
about 350 °C.
Caution: The printed pattern (copper foil) may peel away if
the heated tip is applied for too long, so be careful!
• Strong viscosity
Unleaded solder is more viscous (sticky, less prone to flow)
than ordinary solder so use caution not to let solder bridges
occur such as on IC pins, etc.
• Usable with ordinary solder
It is best to use only unleaded solder but unleaded solder may
also be added to ordinary solder.
REPLACING THE LITHIUM BATTERY OF THE REMOTE
COMMANDER (Except AEP, UK models only)
Under normal conditions, the battery will last
approximately 1 year. (The service life may be
shorter depending on the conditions of use.)
When the battery becomes weak, the range of the
remote commander becomes shorter.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent
type.
Notes on the lithium battery
• Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of children.
Should the battery be swallowed, immediately consult a
doctor.
• Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to ensure good contact.
• Be sure to observe the correct polarity when installing the
battery.
• Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers, otherwise
a short-circuit may occur.
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IMPORTANT NOTE FOR REPAIRING
This unit might contain individual information that the customer
registered in the replaced old part because it installs the Bluetooth
function.
Therefore, when repairing, because the data that the customer reg-
istered might disappear, get the approval of the customer before-
hand.
If any of the following repair is performed, that data disappears.
• Complete TFT board replacing
• Factory reset (Initialize)
Note: Replaced old complete TFT board is destroyed with the hammer,
and throw out it.
The SERVICING NOTES contains important information for servicing. Be sure to read this section before repairing the unit.
DESTINATION ABBREVIATIONS
The following abbreviations for model destinations are used in this
service manual.
• Abbreviations
XAV-AX100
AEP : European area, East European area (Turky), CIS area
(Russia), Middle East area (Israel) and East Asian area
(Hong Kong) models
AUS : Australian and New Zealand models
CND : Canadian and Latin American area (Puerto Rico) models
E : Latin American area (Chile, Mexico), Middle East area
(UAE), South East Asian area (Malaysia, Singapore,
Thailand), East Asian area (Korea, Taiwan) and African
area (South Africa) models
IND : Indian model
IND3 : MARUTI SUZUKI model
XAV-AX100C2
E : Latin American area (Except for Chile, Mexico, Puerto
Rico), Middle East area (Except for Israel, UAE), South
East Asian area (Except for India, Malaysia, Singapore,
Thailand), East Asian area (Mongolia), Oceania area
(Except for Australia, New Zealand) and African area
(Except for South Africa) models
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MODEL IDENTIFICATION
The XAV-AX100 and XAV-AX100C2 can not be identified by the
model name printed on the front panel top.
Be sure to refer to the model number label affixed to the bottom
of the main unit.
Model number label
XAV-AX100
or
XAV-AX100C2
XAV-AX100
or
XAV-AX100C2
XAV-AX100
When identifying the destination of the XAV-AX100 or XAV-
AX100C2, refer to the shape, model name, Part No., serial number,
etc. of the model number label affixed to the bottom of the main
unit.
XAV-AX100 (US, CND, AEP, UK)
XAV-AX100 (E, AUS)
XAV-AX100 (IND, IND3)
XAV-AX100C2 (E)
Serial No.
IND : 71xxxxx
IND3 : 77xxxxx
Note : “xxxxx” of the Serial No. are
numeric characters.
Distinguish IND and IND3
models with the first two digits.
4-686-128-0[]:
XAV-AX100 (US, CND)
4-686-130-0[]:
XAV-AX100 (AEP, UK)
4-686-129-0[]:
XAV-AX100 (E, AUS)
4-686-131-0[]
XAV-AX100
XAV-AX100
XAV-AX100
Check the Serial No. to distinguish IND and IND3.
XAV-AX100C2
4-739-664-0[]
NOTE FOR CABLE FOR AUTOMOBILE (RC-SR1) OF
IND MODEL
The CABLE FOR AUTOMOBILE (RC-SR1) (Cable for steer-
ing wheel remote input) has been added to AX100: IND model in
the midway of production and the operating instruction has been
changed accordingly.
Check the Serial No. about whether CABLE FOR AUTOMOBILE
(RC-SR1) is supplied or not.
Serial No. 7104600 or smaller:
CABLE FOR AUTOMOBILE (RC-SR1) is not supplied
Serial No. 7104601 or larger:
CABLE FOR AUTOMOBILE (RC-SR1) is supplied
DESTINATION SETTING METHOD
(Except AX100: IND3 model)
When the MAIN board or U310 on the MAIN board is replaced,
the destination setting is necessary.
Note 1: Remote commander is necessary.
It is necessary to operate by the remote commander, even in case of
models that have not been supplied the remote commander.
(Refer to “7. ELECTRICAL PARTS LIST” on page 61 about the
remote commander)
Note 2: When discriminating the destination, refer to “MODEL IDENTI-
FICATION” on the left.
Note 3: It is not necessary to perform the destination setting work in
AX100: IND3 model.
1. Destination Setting
Set destination according to the procedure below.
1-1. Setting the Destination Code
1. Turn the power on this unit.
2. Press the [HOME] button on the main unit.
3. In the state of source off (Home screen is displayed), enter the
destination setting mode by pressing the buttons on the remote
commander in order of the [4] t[5] t[6] (press only the [6]
button for two seconds).
Screen display
4. The following screen is displayed and the destination setting
mode becomes effective.
Note: Refer to the following “1-2. Entering the Destination Code” for op-
eration method.
Screen display
<DESTINATION SETTING MODE>
00 0 0 0 1
EUR:*00000
E:*00003
FT(JPN):*00007
UC:*00001
IN:*00015
(Displayed characters/values in the following figure are ex-
ample)
5. The resetting operation is executed by pressing the reset button
after the setting ends, and the unit returns to the normal condi-
tion.
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3. In the state of source off (Home screen is displayed), enter the
test mode by pressing the buttons on the remote commander in
order of the [4] t[5] t[0] (press only the [0] button for two
seconds).
Screen display
4. The following screen is displayed and confirm that item of the
destination has been rewritten correctly.
(Displayed characters/values in the following figure are ex-
ample)
Screen display
DEST : 01
MCU : SONY-ST16-161020 1.00.04.00
SOC : 1.00.04.00
APP : 161020-ebed7ea
SYS : 161020-ec45e36
SDK : 20.0.8.0.0.1.0.0
GUI : 0.30.0
BT Address : fc:4b:bc:f1:e7:05
Serial : 3166000481800016
DEST: Destination
00 XAV-AX100: AEP, UK models (EUR)
01 XAV-AX100: US, CND models (UC)
03 XAV-AX100: E model (E)
XAV-AX100C2: E model (E)
15 XAV-AX100: IND model (IN)
Note: Refer to “DESTINATION ABBREVIATIONS” on page 4.
5. The resetting operation is executed by pressing the reset button
after the confirming ends, and the unit returns to the normal
condition.
This completes the destination setting and confirmation work.
1-2. Entering the Destination Code
Note 1: Input of the destination code cannot be performed by the keys of
main unit. Be sure to input the destination code by remote com-
mander.
Note 2: The model to which the remote commander is not attached can
also be operated by using the remote commander.
Note 3: The number buttons on the remote commander cannot be used.
1. Press the [V] or [v] button, and select the alphanumeric char-
acter of “0 to F”.
2. The digit advances by pressing the [b] button.
The digit returns by pressing the [B] button.
3. After inputting the sixth digit, the setting is completed by
pressing the [ENTER] button, and the initialization operation
is done.
1-3. Destination Code
Model Destination Destination
code
XAV-AX100
AEP, UK models (EUR) 000000
US, CND models (UC) 000001
E model (E) 000003
IND model (IN) 000015
XAV-AX100C2 E model (E) 000003
Note: Refer to “DESTINATION ABBREVIATIONS” on page 4.
2. Confirmation After Destination Setting
Execute the following operation after completing the destination
setting, and confirm a correct destination was set.
1. Press the reset button on the main unit.
Reset button
2. Press the [HOME] button on the main unit.
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COMMUNICATION CHECK OF Apple CarPlay OR Android
Auto
When the MAIN board or TFT MAIN board is replaced, be sure
to perform the communication check of Apple CarPlay or Android
Auto.
It is not necessary to check both of Apple CarPlay and Android
Auto. Check the communication with using either application.
Note 1: If the application of Apple CarPlay or Android Auto cannot be
prepared, perform the “Checking procedure if Apple CarPlay or
Android Auto cannot be prepared” on page 8.
Note 2: XAV-AX100C2 is not supported Apple CarPlay (iPhone).
Please check with Android Auto (Android phone).
Replacement parts that having the need to perform the
communication check:
• MAIN board
• TFT board
Preparation:
• In the case of checking with using the Apple CarPlay:
iPhone that is installed the Apple CarPlay and USB cable for
connection to the main unit
• In the case of checking with using the Android Auto:
Android phone that is installed the Android Auto and USB
cable for connection to the main unit
Note 3: Refer to Operating Instructions of this unit about important point
for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Connection:
+
–
Regulated DC
power supply
Android phone
or
iPhone
USB cable
– Rear view –
Checking procedure:
1. Refer to “Connection”, and connect the iPhone or Android
phone to the main unit with USB cable.
2. Press the [HOME] button on the main unit, and touch the Ap-
ple CarPlay icon or Android Auto icon.
(Displayed screen in the following figure are example)
Android Auto icon
(or Apple CarPlay icon)
[HOME] button
3. Operate the Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, check that the
navigation screen is displayed and the music can play.
(Displayed screen in the following figure are example)
Navigation display Music play
4. After completing the check of step 3, press the [HOME] button
on the main unit, and touch the [Settings] on the touch panel.
(Displayed screen in the following figure are example)
[HOME] button Touch the [Settings]
5. The “General Settings” screen is displayed.
Move down the scrollbar on the touch panel to display the
“Factory Reset”, and touch it.
Touch the [Factory Reset
]
Scrollbar
6. The following screen is displayed, and touch the [Reset] on the
touch panel.
Touch the [Reset]
7. Check that this unit restarts and the logo of “SONY” is dis-
played on the screen, then turn the power off.
8. Remove the iPhone or Android phone that is connected to the
main unit.
This completes the communication check work.
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• Checking procedure if Apple CarPlay or Android
Auto cannot be prepared
If the application of Apple CarPlay or Android Auto cannot be pre-
pared, perform the following method.
Preparation:
• Mass Storage Class type USB memory where is storing video
and audio that is saved by MPEG-4 format
• Speaker for checking the audio output
Connection:
+
–
Regulated DC
power supply
USB
memory
– Rear view –
Speaker
Checking procedure:
1. Refer to “Connection”, and connect the USB memory to USB
port of this unit.
2. Press the [HOME] button on the main unit, and touch the
[USB] on the touch panel.
[HOME] button Touch the [USB]
3. Check that the picture and sound that stored in the USB memo-
ry normally play (Check that the sound output from the speak-
er).
(Displayed screen in the following figure are example)
Picture check Sound check
4. After completing the check of step 3, press the [HOME] but-
ton on the main unit, swipe left the touch panel, and touch the
[Settings] on the touch panel.
[HOME] button
Touch the [Settings]
Swipe left
Swipe area
5. The “General Settings” screen is displayed.
Move down the scrollbar on the touch panel to display the
“Factory Reset”, and touch it.
Touch the [Factory Reset
]
Scrollbar
6. The following screen is displayed, and touch the [Reset] on the
touch panel.
Touch the [Reset]
7. Check that this unit restarts and the logo of “SONY” is dis-
played on the screen, then turn the power off.
8. Remove the USB memory and speaker that is connected to this
unit.
This completes the communication check work.
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TOUCH PANEL ADJUST
When the touch panel is replaced, perform the calibration of touch
panel according to the procedure below.
Procedure:
1. Turn the power on this unit.
2. Press the [HOME] button on the main unit.
3. In the state of source off (Home screen is displayed), swipe left
the touch panel, and touch the [Settings] on the touch panel.
Touch the [Settings]
[HOME] button Swipe left
Swipe area
4. The “General Settings” screen is displayed.
Move down the scrollbar on the touch panel to display the
“Touch Panel Adjust”, and touch it.
Touch the [Touch Panel Adjust
]
Scrollbar
5. The following left screen is displayed, and continue to touch
the center of “ ” that is displayed on the touch panel until
“Complete” is displayed on the touch panel.
Cancel
Please touch for adjust.
Complete
Touch the center of “ ”
6. Touch the [Complete] on the touch panel to end the calibration.
Complete
Touch the [Complete]
NOTE FOR SECURITY FUNCTION
This unit does not use security function by password lock.
NOTE OF REPLACING THE ELECTRICAL PARTS ON
EACH BOARDS FOR REPAIRING
Among mounted electrical parts on each boards, only parts that
are described in the electrical parts list can be replaced for repair.
The parts that are not described in the electrical parts list cannot be
replaced with single for repairing.
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Connection
*3
*3
*3
Subwoofer*1
Power amplifier*1
ʘ*9
ʗ
Smartphone*7, iPhone*8,
USB device
from a wired remote control (not
supplied)*4
ʕ*5*6
White
White/black striped
Gray
Gray/black striped
Green
Green/black striped
Purple
Purple/black striped
Black
Yellow
Red
Blue/white striped
Orange/white striped
Light green
Purple/white striped
from a car antenna (aerial)
Rear view camera*1
*3
For details, see “Making
connections” (page 25).
Front speaker*1*2
Rear speaker*1*2
ʓ
SECTION 2
GENERAL
This section is extracted from
operating instruction.
(US, CND models)
Cautions
• Run all ground (earth) leads to a common
ground (earth) point.
• Do not get the leads trapped under a screw or
caught in moving parts (e.g., seat railing).
• Before making connections, turn the car ignition
off to avoid short circuits.
• Connect the yellow and red power supply leads
only after all other leads have been connected.
• Be sure to insulate any loose unconnected leads
with electrical tape for safety.
• Choose the installation location carefully so that
the unit will not interfere with normal driving
operations.
• Avoid installing the unit in areas subject to dust,
dirt, excessive vibration, or high temperature, such
as in direct sunlight or near heater ducts.
• Use only the supplied mounting hardware for a
safe and secure installation.
Note on the power supply lead (yellow)
When connecting this unit in combination with other stereo
components, the amperage rating of the car circuit to which
the unit is connected must be higher than the sum of each
component’s fuse amperage rating.
Mounting angle adjustment
Adjust the mounting angle to less than 45°.
Connection/Installation
Precautions
.
*1 Not supplied
*2 Speaker impedance: 4 Ω – 8 Ω × 4
*3 RCA pin cord (not supplied)
*4 Depending on the type of car, use an adaptor for a wired
remote control (not supplied).
For details on using the wired remote control, see “Using
the wired remote control” (page 26).
*5 Whether in use or not, route the microphone input cord
so it does not interfere with driving operations. Secure
the cord with a clamp, etc., if it is installed around your
feet.
*6 For details on installing the microphone, see “Installing
the microphone” (page 25).
*7 To connect a smartphone to the main unit, an
appropriate cable (not supplied) is required.
*8 To connect an iPhone, use the USB connection cable for
iPhone (not supplied).
*9
ɞTo a common ground (earth) point
First connect the black ground (earth) lead then
connect the yellow and red power supply leads.
ɟTo the +12 V power terminal which is
energized at all times
Be sure to first connect the black ground (earth)
lead to a common ground (earth) point.
ɠTo the +12 V power terminal which is
energized when the ignition switch is set to
the accessory position
If there is no accessory position, connect to the
+12 V power (battery) terminal which is
energized at all times.
Be sure to first connect the black ground (earth)
lead to a common ground (earth) point.
Making connections
ʘ
ɣTo the parking brake switch cord
The mounting position of the parking brake
switch cord depends on your car.
Be sure to connect the parking brake lead (light
green) of the power supply connection cable ʓ
to the parking brake switch cord.
Parking brake switch cord
Hand brake type Foot brake type
ɤTo the +12 V power terminal of the car’s rear
lamp lead (only when connecting the rear
view camera)
Memory hold connection
When the yellow power supply lead is connected,
power will always be supplied to the memory
circuit even when the ignition switch is turned off.
Speaker connection
• Before connecting the speakers, turn the unit off.
• Use speakers with an impedance of 4 ohms to 8
ohms and with adequate power handling
capacities to avoid damage.
Monitor connection
When installing a monitor for the rear seat, connect
its parking brake switch cord to the ground (earth).
ɡTo the power antenna (aerial) control lead or
the power supply lead of the antenna (aerial)
booster
It is not necessary to connect this lead if there is
no power antenna (aerial) or antenna (aerial)
booster, or with a manually-operated telescopic
antenna (aerial).
To AMP REMOTE IN of an optional power
amplifier
This connection is only for amplifiers and a
power antenna (aerial). Connecting any other
system may damage the unit.
Note
It will take about 10 seconds to shut down the output of
REM OUT after the unit is turned off.
ɢTo a car’s illumination signal
Be sure to first connect the black ground (earth)
lead to a common ground (earth) point.
.
.
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To capture your voice during handsfree calling, you
need to install the microphone ʕ.
Installing the microphone
ʖ
ʕ
Clip (not supplied)
ʕ
Cautions
• It is extremely dangerous if the cord becomes
wound around the steering column or gearstick.
Be sure to keep it and other parts from interfering
with your driving operations.
• If airbags or any other shock-absorbing
equipment are in your car, contact the store where
you purchased this unit or the car dealer before
installation.
Note
Before attaching the double-sided tape ʖ, clean the
surface of the dashboard with a dry cloth.
When using the steering wheel remote
control
Installation of the connection cable RC-SR1 (not
supplied) is required before use.
1To enable the steering wheel remote control, select
[General Settings] q[Steering Control Custom] to
make the registration (page 14).
When the registration is complete, the steering
wheel remote control becomes available.
Notes on installing the connection cable RC-SR1 (not
supplied)
• Refer to the support site on the back cover for details then
connect each lead properly to the appropriate leads.
Making an improper connection may damage the unit.
• Consulting the dealer or an experienced technician for
help is recommended.
When using the wired remote control
1To enable the wired remote control, set [Steering
Control] in [General Settings] to [Preset] (page 14).
Installation of the rear view camera (not supplied) is
required before use.
The image of a rear view camera connected to the
CAMERA IN terminal is displayed when:
ˋthe back lamp of your car lights up (or the shift
lever is set to the R (reverse) position).
ˋyou press HOME, then touch [Rear Camera].
Using the wired remote control
Using the rear view camera
Installation
Mounting the unit in a Japanese car
You may not be able to install this unit in some
Japanese cars. In such a case, consult your Sony
dealer.
When mounting this unit to the preinstalled
brackets of your car, use the supplied screws ʔin
the appropriate screw holes based on your car:
T for TOYOTA and N for NISSAN.
Note
To prevent a malfunction, install only with the supplied
screws ʔ.
When replacing the fuse, be sure to
use one matching the amperage
rating stated on the original fuse. If
the fuse blows, check the power
connection and replace the fuse. If
the fuse blows again after
replacement, there may be an
internal malfunction. In such a case, consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
Fuse replacement
ʔ
To the dashboard/center console
Parts supplied with
your car
ʔ
Bracket
Bracket
Fuse (10 A)
.
.
(US, CND models)
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*1 Not supplied
*2 Speaker impedance: 4 Ω – 8 Ω × 4
*3 RCA pin cord (not supplied)
*4 Depending on the type of car, use an adaptor for a wired
remote control (not supplied).
For details on using the wired remote control, see “Using
the wired remote control” (page 25).
*5 Whether in use or not, route the microphone input cord
so it does not interfere with driving operations. Secure
the cord with a clamp, etc., if it is installed around your
feet.
*6 For details on installing the microphone, see “Installing
the microphone” (page 25).
*7 To connect a smartphone to the main unit, an
appropriate cable (not supplied) is required.
*8 To connect an iPhone, use the USB connection cable for
iPhone (not supplied).
*9
If you have a power antenna (aerial) without a relay
box, connecting this unit with the supplied power
supply connection cable ʓmay damage the
antenna (aerial).
ɞTo the car’s speaker connector
Making connections
1Rear speaker
(right)
ÈPurple
2¾Purple/black
striped
3Front speaker
(right)
ÈGray
4¾Gray/black striped
5Front speaker
(left)
ÈWhite
6¾White/black
striped
7Rear speaker
(left)
ÈGreen
8¾Green/black
striped
ʘ
Connection
*3
*3
*3
Subwoofer*1
Power amplifier*1
ʘ*9
ʗ
Smartphone*7, iPhone*8,
USB device
from a wired remote control (not
supplied)*4
ʕ*5*6
from a car antenna (aerial)
Rear view camera*1
*3
See “Power connection diagram”
(page 24) for details.
ʓ
*2
For details, see “Making
connections” (page 24).
(AEP, UK models)
.
.
Cautions
• Run all ground (earth) leads to a common
ground (earth) point.
• Do not get the leads trapped under a screw or
caught in moving parts (e.g., seat railing).
• Before making connections, turn the car ignition
off to avoid short circuits.
• Connect the yellow and red power supply leads
only after all other leads have been connected.
• Be sure to insulate any loose unconnected leads
with electrical tape for safety.
• Choose the installation location carefully so that
the unit will not interfere with normal driving
operations.
• Avoid installing the unit in areas subject to dust,
dirt, excessive vibration, or high temperature, such
as in direct sunlight or near heater ducts.
• Use only the supplied mounting hardware for a
safe and secure installation.
Note on the power supply lead (yellow)
When connecting this unit in combination with other stereo
components, the amperage rating of the car circuit to which
the unit is connected must be higher than the sum of each
component’s fuse amperage rating.
Mounting angle adjustment
Adjust the mounting angle to less than 45°.
Connection/Installation
Precautions
for details.
ɟTo the car’s power connector
12 continuous power
supply Yellow
13
power antenna (aerial) /
power amplifier control
(REM OUT)
Blue/white striped
ɠTo the parking brake switch cord
The mounting position of the parking brake
switch cord depends on your car.
Be sure to connect the parking brake lead (light
green) of the power supply connection cable ʓ
to the parking brake switch cord.
ɡTo the +12 V power terminal of the car’s rear
lamp lead (only when connecting the rear
view camera)
14 switched illumination
power supply
Orange/white
striped
15 switched power supply Red
16 ground (earth) Black
Parking brake switch cord
Hand brake type Foot brake type
Memory hold connection
When the yellow power supply lead is connected,
power will always be supplied to the memory
circuit even when the ignition switch is turned off.
Speaker connection
• Before connecting the speakers, turn the unit off.
• Use speakers with an impedance of 4 to 8 ohms
and with adequate power handling capacities to
avoid damage.
Monitor connection
When installing a monitor for the rear seat, connect
its parking brake switch cord to the ground (earth).
Check your car’s auxiliary power connector and
match the connections of cords correctly
depending on the car.
Power connection diagram
Auxiliary power connector
.
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Installation of the rear view camera (not supplied) is
required before use.
The image of a rear view camera connected to the
CAMERA IN terminal is displayed when:
ˋthe back lamp of your car lights up (or the shift
lever is set to the R (reverse) position).
ˋyou press HOME, then touch [Rear Camera].
Installation
For Japanese cars, see “Mounting the unit in a
Japanese car” (page 26).
Mounting the unit with an installation kit
Before installing, make sure the catches on both
sides of the bracket ʙare bent inwards 3.5 mm.
1Position the bracket ʙinside the
dashboard, then bend the claws outward
for a tight fit.
2Mount the unit onto the bracket ʙ.
Note
If the catches are straight or bent outwards, the unit will not
be installed securely and may spring out.
Mounting the unit in a Japanese car
You may not be able to install this unit in some
Japanese cars. In such a case, consult your Sony
dealer.
When mounting this unit to the preinstalled
brackets of your car, use the supplied screws ʔin
the appropriate screw holes based on your car:
T for TOYOTA and N for NISSAN.
Note
To prevent a malfunction, install only with the supplied
screws ʔ.
When replacing the fuse, be sure to
use one matching the amperage
rating stated on the original fuse. If
the fuse blows, check the power
connection and replace the fuse. If
the fuse blows again after
replacement, there may be an
internal malfunction. In such a case, consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
Using the rear view camera
Mounting the unit in the dashboard
Catch
ʙ
Larger than
182 mm
Larger than
111 mm
ʙ

Fuse replacement
ʔ
To the dashboard/center console
Parts supplied with
your car
ʔ
Bracket
Bracket
Fuse (10 A)
.
(AEP, UK models)
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(E model)
Cautions
• Run all ground (earth) leads to a common
ground (earth) point.
• Do not get the leads trapped under a screw or
caught in moving parts (e.g., seat railing).
• Before making connections, turn the car ignition
off to avoid short circuits.
• Connect the yellow and red power supply leads
only after all other leads have been connected.
• Be sure to insulate any loose unconnected leads
with electrical tape for safety.
• Choose the installation location carefully so that
the unit will not interfere with normal driving
operations.
• Avoid installing the unit in areas subject to dust,
dirt, excessive vibration, or high temperature, such
as in direct sunlight or near heater ducts.
• Use only the supplied mounting hardware for a
safe and secure installation.
Note on the power supply lead (yellow)
When connecting this unit in combination with other stereo
components, the amperage rating of the car circuit to which
the unit is connected must be higher than the sum of each
component’s fuse amperage rating.
Mounting angle adjustment
Adjust the mounting angle to less than 45°.
Connection/Installation
Precautions
ɡTo the power antenna (aerial) control lead or
the power supply lead of the antenna (aerial)
booster
It is not necessary to connect this lead if there is
no power antenna (aerial) or antenna (aerial)
booster, or with a manually-operated telescopic
antenna (aerial).
To AMP REMOTE IN of an optional power
amplifier
This connection is only for amplifiers and a
power antenna (aerial). Connecting any other
system may damage the unit.
Note
It will take about 10 seconds to shut down the output of
REM OUT after the unit is turned off.
ɢTo a car’s illumination signal
Be sure to first connect the black ground (earth)
lead to a common ground (earth) point.
*1 Not supplied
*2 Speaker impedance: 4 Ω – 8 Ω × 4
*3 RCA pin cord (not supplied)
*4 Depending on the type of car, use an adaptor for a wired
remote control (not supplied).
For details on using the wired remote control, see “Using
the wired remote control” (page 26).
*5 Whether in use or not, route the microphone input cord
so it does not interfere with driving operations. Secure
the cord with a clamp, etc., if it is installed around your
feet.
*6 For details on installing the microphone, see “Installing
the microphone” (page 25).
*7 To connect a smartphone to the main unit, an
appropriate cable (not supplied) is required.
*8 To connect an iPhone, use the USB connection cable for
iPhone (not supplied).
*9
ɞTo a common ground (earth) point
First connect the black ground (earth) lead then
connect the yellow and red power supply leads.
ɟTo the +12 V power terminal which is
energized at all times
Be sure to first connect the black ground (earth)
lead to a common ground (earth) point.
ɠTo the +12 V power terminal which is
energized when the ignition switch is set to
the accessory position
If there is no accessory position, connect to the
+12 V power (battery) terminal which is
energized at all times.
Be sure to first connect the black ground (earth)
lead to a common ground (earth) point.
Making connections
ʘ
.ɤTo the +12 V power terminal of the car’s rear
lamp lead (only when connecting the rear
view camera)
Memory hold connection
When the yellow power supply lead is connected,
power will always be supplied to the memory
circuit even when the ignition switch is turned off.
Speaker connection
• Before connecting the speakers, turn the unit off.
• Use speakers with an impedance of 4 ohms to 8
ohms and with adequate power handling
capacities to avoid damage.
Monitor connection
When installing a monitor for the rear seat, connect
its parking brake switch cord to the ground (earth).
ɣTo the parking brake switch cord
The mounting position of the parking brake
switch cord depends on your car.
Be sure to connect the parking brake lead (light
green) of the power supply connection cable ʓ
to the parking brake switch cord.
Parking brake switch cord
Hand brake type Foot brake type
.
Ver. 1.3
Connection
*3
*3
*3
Subwoofer*1
Power amplifier*1
ʘ*9
ʗ
Smartphone*7, iPhone*8,
USB device
from a wired remote control (not
supplied)*4
ʕ*5*6
White
White/black striped
Gray
Gray/black striped
Green
Green/black striped
Purple
Purple/black striped
Black
Yellow
Red
Blue/white striped
Orange/white striped
Light green
Purple/white striped
from a car antenna (aerial)
Rear view camera*1
*3
For details, see “Making
connections” (page 25).
Front speaker*1*2
Rear speaker*1*2
ʓ
.
Smartphone*7, iPhone*8,
USB device
Smartphone*7, USB device
(XAV-AX100)
(XAV-AX100C2)
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15
To capture your voice during handsfree calling, you
need to install the microphone ʕ.
Installing the microphone
ʖ
ʕ
Clip (not supplied)
ʕ
Installation
Mounting the unit in a Japanese car
You may not be able to install this unit in some
Japanese cars. In such a case, consult your Sony
dealer.
When mounting this unit to the preinstalled
brackets of your car, use the supplied screws ʔin
the appropriate screw holes based on your car:
T for TOYOTA and N for NISSAN.
Note
To prevent a malfunction, install only with the supplied
screws ʔ.
When replacing the fuse, be sure to
use one matching the amperage
rating stated on the original fuse. If
the fuse blows, check the power
connection and replace the fuse. If
the fuse blows again after
replacement, there may be an
internal malfunction. In such a case, consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
Fuse replacement
ʔ
To the dashboard/center console
Parts supplied with
your car
ʔ
Bracket
Bracket
Fuse (10 A)
Cautions
• It is extremely dangerous if the cord becomes
wound around the steering column or gearstick.
Be sure to keep it and other parts from interfering
with your driving operations.
• If airbags or any other shock-absorbing
equipment are in your car, contact the store where
you purchased this unit or the car dealer before
installation.
Note
Before attaching the double-sided tape ʖ, clean the
surface of the dashboard with a dry cloth.
When using the steering wheel remote
control
Installation of the connection cable RC-SR1 (not
supplied) is required before use.
1To enable the steering wheel remote control, select
[General Settings] q[Steering Control Custom] to
make the registration (page 14).
When the registration is complete, the steering
wheel remote control becomes available.
Notes on installing the connection cable RC-SR1 (not
supplied)
• Refer to the support site (page 27) for details then connect
each lead properly to the appropriate leads. Making an
improper connection may damage the unit.
• Consulting the dealer or an experienced technician for
help is recommended.
When using the wired remote control
1To enable the wired remote control, set [Steering
Control] in [General Settings] to [Preset] (page 14).
Installation of the rear view camera (not supplied) is
required before use.
The image of a rear view camera connected to the
CAMERA IN terminal is displayed when:
ˋthe back lamp of your car lights up (or the shift
lever is set to the R (reverse) position).
ˋyou press HOME, then touch [Rear Camera].
Using the wired remote control
Using the rear view camera
.
.
for details then connect
(E model)
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Cautions
• Run all ground (earth) leads to a common
ground (earth) point.
• Do not get the leads trapped under a screw or
caught in moving parts (e.g., seat railing).
• Before making connections, turn the car ignition
off to avoid short circuits.
• Connect the yellow and red power supply leads
only after all other leads have been connected.
• Be sure to insulate any loose unconnected leads
with electrical tape for safety.
• Choose the installation location carefully so that
the unit will not interfere with normal driving
operations.
• Avoid installing the unit in areas subject to dust,
dirt, excessive vibration, or high temperature, such
as in direct sunlight or near heater ducts.
• Use only the supplied mounting hardware for a
safe and secure installation.
Note on the power supply lead (yellow)
When connecting this unit in combination with other stereo
components, the amperage rating of the car circuit to which
the unit is connected must be higher than the sum of each
component’s fuse amperage rating.
Mounting angle adjustment
Adjust the mounting angle to less than 45°.
Connection/Installation
Precautions
Connection
*3
*3
*3
Subwoofer*1
Power amplifier*1
ʘ*9
ʗ
Smartphone*7, iPhone*8,
USB device
from a wired remote control (not
supplied)*4
ʕ*5*6
White
White/black striped
Gray
Gray/black striped
Green
Green/black striped
Purple
Purple/black striped
Black
Yellow
Red
Blue/white striped
Orange/white striped
Light green
Purple/white striped
from a car antenna (aerial)
Rear view camera*1
*3
For details, see “Making
connections” (page 25).
Front speaker*1*2
Rear speaker*1*2
ʓ
.
*1 Not supplied
*2 Speaker impedance: 4 Ω – 8 Ω × 4
*3 RCA pin cord (not supplied)
*4 Depending on the type of car, use an adaptor for a wired
remote control (not supplied).
For details on using the wired remote control, see “Using
the wired remote control” (page 26).
*5 Whether in use or not, route the microphone input cord
so it does not interfere with driving operations. Secure
the cord with a clamp, etc., if it is installed around your
feet.
*6 For details on installing the microphone, see “Installing
the microphone” (page 25).
*7 To connect a smartphone to the main unit, an
appropriate cable (not supplied) is required.
*8 To connect an iPhone, use the USB connection cable for
iPhone (not supplied).
*9
ɞTo a common ground (earth) point
First connect the black ground (earth) lead then
connect the yellow and red power supply leads.
ɟTo the +12 V power terminal which is
energized at all times
Be sure to first connect the black ground (earth)
lead to a common ground (earth) point.
ɠTo the +12 V power terminal which is
energized when the ignition switch is set to
the accessory position
If there is no accessory position, connect to the
+12 V power (battery) terminal which is
energized at all times.
Be sure to first connect the black ground (earth)
lead to a common ground (earth) point.
Making connections
ʘ
ɡTo the power antenna (aerial) control lead or
the power supply lead of the antenna (aerial)
booster
It is not necessary to connect this lead if there is
no power antenna (aerial) or antenna (aerial)
booster, or with a manually-operated telescopic
antenna (aerial).
To AMP REMOTE IN of an optional power
amplifier
This connection is only for amplifiers and a
power antenna (aerial). Connecting any other
system may damage the unit.
Note
It will take about 10 seconds to shut down the output of
REM OUT after the unit is turned off.
ɢTo a car’s illumination signal
Be sure to first connect the black ground (earth)
lead to a common ground (earth) point.
.
.
ɣTo the parking brake switch cord
The mounting position of the parking brake
switch cord depends on your car.
Be sure to connect the parking brake lead (light
green) of the power supply connection cable ʓ
to the parking brake switch cord.
Parking brake switch cord
Hand brake type Foot brake type
ɤTo the +12 V power terminal of the car’s rear
lamp lead (only when connecting the rear
view camera)
Memory hold connection
When the yellow power supply lead is connected,
power will always be supplied to the memory
circuit even when the ignition switch is turned off.
Speaker connection
• Before connecting the speakers, turn the unit off.
• Use speakers with an impedance of 4 ohms to 8
ohms and with adequate power handling
capacities to avoid damage.
Monitor connection
When installing a monitor for the rear seat, connect
its parking brake switch cord to the ground (earth).
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To capture your voice during handsfree calling, you
need to install the microphone ʕ.
Installing the microphone
ʖ
ʕ
Clip (not supplied)
ʕ
Installation
Mounting the unit in a Japanese car
You may not be able to install this unit in some
Japanese cars. In such a case, consult your Sony
dealer.
When mounting this unit to the preinstalled
brackets of your car, use the supplied screws ʔin
the appropriate screw holes based on your car:
T for TOYOTA and N for NISSAN.
Note
To prevent a malfunction, install only with the supplied
screws ʔ.
When replacing the fuse, be sure to
use one matching the amperage
rating stated on the original fuse. If
the fuse blows, check the power
connection and replace the fuse. If
the fuse blows again after
replacement, there may be an
internal malfunction. In such a case, consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
Fuse replacement
ʔ
To the dashboard/center console
Parts supplied with
your car
ʔ
Bracket
Bracket
Fuse (10 A)
Cautions
• It is extremely dangerous if the cord becomes
wound around the steering column or gearstick.
Be sure to keep it and other parts from interfering
with your driving operations.
• If airbags or any other shock-absorbing
equipment are in your car, contact the store where
you purchased this unit or the car dealer before
installation.
Note
Before attaching the double-sided tape ʖ, clean the
surface of the dashboard with a dry cloth.
When using the steering wheel remote
control
Installation of the connection cable RC-SR1 (not
supplied) is required before use.
1To enable the steering wheel remote control, select
[General Settings] q[Steering Control Custom] to
make the registration (page 14).
When the registration is complete, the steering
wheel remote control becomes available.
Notes on installing the connection cable RC-SR1 (not
supplied)
• Refer to the support site on the back cover for details then
connect each lead properly to the appropriate leads.
Making an improper connection may damage the unit.
• Consulting the dealer or an experienced technician for
help is recommended.
When using the wired remote control
1To enable the wired remote control, set [Steering
Control] in [General Settings] to [Preset] (page 14).
Installation of the rear view camera (not supplied) is
required before use.
The image of a rear view camera connected to the
CAMERA IN terminal is displayed when:
ˋthe back lamp of your car lights up (or the shift
lever is set to the R (reverse) position).
ˋyou press HOME, then touch [Rear Camera].
Using the wired remote control
Using the rear view camera
.
.
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(IND3 model)
Cautions
• Run all ground (earth) leads to a common
ground (earth) point.
• Do not get the leads trapped under a screw or
caught in moving parts (e.g., seat railing).
• Before making connections, turn the car ignition
off to avoid short circuits.
• Connect the yellow and red power supply leads
only after all other leads have been connected.
• Be sure to insulate any loose unconnected leads
with electrical tape for safety.
• Choose the installation location carefully so that
the unit will not interfere with normal driving
operations.
• Avoid installing the unit in areas subject to dust,
dirt, excessive vibration, or high temperature, such
as in direct sunlight or near heater ducts.
• Use only the supplied mounting hardware for a
safe and secure installation.
Note on the power supply lead (yellow)
When connecting this unit in combination with other stereo
components, the amperage rating of the car circuit to which
the unit is connected must be higher than the sum of each
component’s fuse amperage rating.
Mounting angle adjustment
Adjust the mounting angle to less than 45°.
Connection/Installation
Precautions
Connection
*3
*3
*3
Subwoofer*1
Power amplifier*1
ʘ*9
ʗ
Smartphone*7, iPhone*8,
USB device
from a wired remote control (not
supplied)*4
ʕ*5*6
White
White/black striped
Gray
Gray/black striped
Green
Green/black striped
Purple
Purple/black striped
Black
Yellow
Red
Blue/white striped
Orange/white striped
Light green
Purple/white striped
from a car antenna (aerial)
Rear view camera*1
*3
For details, see “Making
connections” (page 25).
Front speaker*1*2
Rear speaker*1*2
ʓ
.
*1 Not supplied
*2 Speaker impedance: 4 Ω – 8 Ω × 4
*3 RCA pin cord (not supplied)
*4 Depending on the type of car, use an adaptor for a wired
remote control (not supplied).
For details on using the wired remote control, see “Using
the wired remote control” (page 26).
When using the steering wheel remote control, use the
connection cable RC-SR1 as necessary.
*5 Whether in use or not, route the microphone input cord
so it does not interfere with driving operations. Secure
the cord with a clamp, etc., if it is installed around your
feet.
*6 For details on installing the microphone, see “Installing
the microphone” (page 25).
*7 To connect a smartphone to the main unit, an
appropriate cable (not supplied) is required.
*8 To connect an iPhone, use the USB connection cable for
iPhone (not supplied).
*9
ɞTo a common ground (earth) point
First connect the black ground (earth) lead then
connect the yellow and red power supply leads.
ɟTo the +12 V power terminal which is
energized at all times
Be sure to first connect the black ground (earth)
lead to a common ground (earth) point.
ɠTo the +12 V power terminal which is
energized when the ignition switch is set to
the accessory position
If there is no accessory position, connect to the
+12 V power (battery) terminal which is
energized at all times.
Be sure to first connect the black ground (earth)
lead to a common ground (earth) point.
Making connections
ʘ
ɡTo the power antenna (aerial) control lead or
the power supply lead of the antenna (aerial)
booster
It is not necessary to connect this lead if there is
no power antenna (aerial) or antenna (aerial)
booster, or with a manually-operated telescopic
antenna (aerial).
To AMP REMOTE IN of an optional power
amplifier
This connection is only for amplifiers and a
power antenna (aerial). Connecting any other
system may damage the unit.
Note
It will take about 10 seconds to shut down the output of
REM OUT after the unit is turned off.
ɢTo a car’s illumination signal
Be sure to first connect the black ground (earth)
lead to a common ground (earth) point.
.
.
ɣTo the parking brake switch cord
The mounting position of the parking brake
switch cord depends on your car.
Be sure to connect the parking brake lead (light
green) of the power supply connection cable ʓ
to the parking brake switch cord.
Parking brake switch cord
Hand brake type Foot brake type
ɤTo the +12 V power terminal of the car’s rear
lamp lead (only when connecting the rear
view camera)
Memory hold connection
When the yellow power supply lead is connected,
power will always be supplied to the memory
circuit even when the ignition switch is turned off.
Speaker connection
• Before connecting the speakers, turn the unit off.
• Use speakers with an impedance of 4 ohms to 8
ohms and with adequate power handling
capacities to avoid damage.
Monitor connection
When installing a monitor for the rear seat, connect
its parking brake switch cord to the ground (earth).
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To capture your voice during handsfree calling, you
need to install the microphone ʕ.
Installing the microphone
ʖ
ʕ
Clip (not supplied)
ʕ
Installation
Mounting the unit in a Japanese car
You may not be able to install this unit in some
Japanese cars. In such a case, consult your Sony
dealer.
When mounting this unit to the preinstalled
brackets of your car, use the supplied screws ʔin
the appropriate screw holes based on your car:
T for TOYOTA and N for NISSAN.
Note
To prevent a malfunction, install only with the supplied
screws ʔ.
When replacing the fuse, be sure to
use one matching the amperage
rating stated on the original fuse. If
the fuse blows, check the power
connection and replace the fuse. If
the fuse blows again after
replacement, there may be an
internal malfunction. In such a case, consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
Fuse replacement
ʔ
To the dashboard/center console
Parts supplied with
your car
ʔ
Bracket
Bracket
Fuse (10 A)
Cautions
• It is extremely dangerous if the cord becomes
wound around the steering column or gearstick.
Be sure to keep it and other parts from interfering
with your driving operations.
• If airbags or any other shock-absorbing
equipment are in your car, contact the store where
you purchased this unit or the car dealer before
installation.
Note
Before attaching the double-sided tape ʖ, clean the
surface of the dashboard with a dry cloth.
When using the steering wheel remote
control
Installation of the connection cable RC-SR1 is
required before use.
1To enable the steering wheel remote control, select
[General Settings] q[Steering Control Custom] to
make the registration (page 14).
When the registration is complete, the steering
wheel remote control becomes available.
Notes on installing the connection cable RC-SR1 
• Refer to the support site on the back cover for details then
connect each lead properly to the appropriate leads.
Making an improper connection may damage the unit.
• Consulting the dealer or an experienced technician for
help is recommended.
When using the wired remote control
1To enable the wired remote control, set [Steering
Control] in [General Settings] to [Preset] (page 14).
Installation of the rear view camera (not supplied) is
required before use.
The image of a rear view camera connected to the
CAMERA IN terminal is displayed when:
ˋthe back lamp of your car lights up (or the shift
lever is set to the R (reverse) position).
ˋyou press HOME, then touch [Rear Camera].
Using the wired remote control
Using the rear view camera
.
.
Ver. 1.2
(IND model: Serial No. 7104601 or larger (CABLE FOR AUTOMOBILE (RC-SR1) is supplied))
(IND3 model)
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SECTION 3
DISASSEMBLY
• This set can be disassembled in the order shown below.
3-1. DISASSEMBLY FLOW
Note: Follow the disassembly procedure in the numerical order given.
3-2. MINI FUSE (F1), TOP COVER
3-2. MINI FUSE (F1), TOP COVER
(Page 20)
3-3. USB CABLE (USB1)
(Page 21)
3-4. FRONT PANEL BLOCK, MAIN CHASSIS BLOCK
(Page 21)
3-5. MAIN BOARD
(Page 22)
3-6. PANEL BRACKET
(Page 23)
3-7. KNOB ASSY
(Page 23)
3-8. TFT BOARD
(Page 24)
3-9. BT ANTENNA (BT1), TFT (6.5) (LCD1), TOUCH PANEL (TPN1)
(Page 25)
SET
stand, etc.
Note: Due to the structure of the device, you cannot stably
place it on flat surfaces.
Stabilize the device by placing a stand, etc. under it
that is suitable for your work.
5top cover
These are locked tightly.
These are not locked.
Note: When installing the top cover,
check that four bosses are all
locked.
OK
NG
2screw
(PTT2.6 u5)
1mini fuse
(F1)
3two bosses
3two bosses
4three claws
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