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USER MANUAL CDX-GT660UV SONY
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NL Be sure to install this unit in the dashboard of the car for safety. For installation and connections, see the supplied installation/connections manual.
This label is located on the bottom of the chassis. Notice for customers: the following information is only applicable to equipment sold in countries applying EU Directives The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents. Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Applicable accessory: Remote commander
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Music recognition technology and related data are provided by Gracenote®. Gracenote is the industry standard in music recognition technology and related content delivery. For more information, please visit www.gracenote.com. CD, DVD, Blu-ray Disc, and music and videorelated data from Gracenote, Inc., copyright ©2000 to present Gracenote. Gracenote Software, copyright ©2000 to present Gracenote. One or more patents owned by Gracenote apply to this product and service. See the Gracenote website for a nonexhaustive list of applicable Gracenote patents.
Apple, Macintosh and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson. Note on the lithium battery Do not expose the battery to excessive heat such as direct sunlight, fire or the like. Warning if your car’s ignition has no ACC position Be sure to set the Auto Off function (page 24). 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 until the display disappears each time you turn the ignition off.
Gracenote, CDDB, MusicID, MediaVOCS, the Gracenote logo and logotype, and the “Powered by Gracenote” logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Gracenote in the United States and/or other countries. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and Windows Media and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. This product contains technology subject to certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft. Use or distribution of this technology outside of this product is prohibited without the appropriate license(s) from Microsoft. iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Detaching the front panel
Getting Started Canceling the DEMO mode You can cancel the demonstration display which appears during turning off.
Press and hold the select button. The setup display appears.
Rotate the control dial until “DEMO” appears, then press it.
Rotate the control dial to select “DEMO-OFF,” then press it. The setting is complete.
Press (BACK). The display returns to normal reception/ play mode.
Setting the clock The clock uses a 24-hour digital indication.
Press and hold the select button. The setup display appears.
Rotate the control dial until “CLOCK ADJ” appears, then press it. The hour indication flashes.
Rotate the control dial to set the hour and minute. To move the digital indication, press –/+.
You can detach the front panel of this unit to prevent theft.
Press and hold . The unit is turned off.
Press . Slide the front panel to the right, then gently pull out the left end of the front panel.
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. Note Do not subject the front panel to heat/high temperature or moisture. Avoid leaving it in a parked car or on a dashboard/rear tray.
Attaching the front panel Place the hole of the front panel onto the spindle on the unit, then lightly push the left side in.
After setting the minute, press the select button. The setup is complete and the clock starts.
To display the clock, press . Press on the unit (or insert a disc) to operate the unit.
Location of controls Main unit
This section contains instructions on the location of controls and basic operations. SEEK +/– buttons Radio: To tune in stations automatically (press); find a station manually (press and hold). CD/USB: To skip tracks (press); skip tracks continuously (press, then press again within about 1 second and hold); reverse/fast-forward a track (press and hold). SensMe™: To skip tracks (press); reverse/fastforward a track (press and hold). SOURCE/OFF button Press to turn on the power/change the source (Radio/CD/USB/SensMe™*1/ AUX). Press and hold for 1 second to turn off the power. Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to turn off the power and the display disappears.
Control dial/select button page 21, 24 To adjust volume (rotate); select setup items (press and rotate). Receptor for the remote commander Display window OPEN button page 5, 11
DSPL (display)/SCRL (scroll) button page 9, 11, 12, 15 To change display items (press); scroll the display item (press and hold). AUX input jack page 25 (eject) button To eject the disc. Disc slot Insert the disc (label side up), playback starts.
USB connector page 12, 13, 15
*1 When a USB device set up for the SensMe™ function is connected.
*2 This button has a tactile dot.
(BACK)/MODE button page 9, 16 Press to return to the previous display/ select the radio band (FM/MW/LW). Press and hold to enter/cancel the passenger control.
ZAP button page 18 To enter ZAPPIN™ mode. COLOR button page 19 To select the preset colors (press); register custom color settings (press and hold).
Note If the unit is turned off and the display disappears, it cannot be operated with the remote commander unless on the unit is pressed, or a disc is inserted to activate the unit first.
AF (Alternative Frequencies)/ TA (Traffic Announcement)/ PTY (Program Type) button page 10 To set AF and TA (press); select PTY (press and hold) in RDS. Number buttons Radio: To receive stored stations (press); store stations (press and hold). CD/USB/SensMe™: /: ALBUM / (during MP3/ WMA/AAC playback) To skip albums/change SensMe™ channels (press); skip albums continuously (press and hold). : REP*2 page 16 : SHUF page 16 : PAUSE To pause playback. To cancel, press again.
PTY button VOL (volume) +*2/– button ATT (attenuate) button To attenuate the sound. To cancel, press again. MODE button Press to select the radio band (FM/MW/ LW). Press and hold to enter/cancel the passenger control. SOUND/MENU button To enter sound setting (press); enter menu (press and hold).
Remove the insulation film before use.
(+)/ (–) buttons To control CD/USB/SensMe™, the same as / (ALBUM /) on the unit. Setup, sound setting, etc., can be operated by . DSPL/SCRL button
OFF button To turn off the power; stop the source. SOURCE button To turn on the power; change the source (Radio/CD/USB/SensMe™*1/ AUX). ()/ () buttons To control Radio/CD/USB/SensMe™, the same as –/+ on the unit. Setup, sound setting, etc., can be operated by .
Number buttons To receive stored stations (press); store stations (press and hold). To pause playback (press ). *1 When a USB device set up for the SensMe™ function is connected. *2 This button has a tactile dot.
Tuning automatically
Radio Storing and receiving stations Caution When tuning in stations while driving, use Best Tuning Memory (BTM) to prevent an accident.
Select the band, then press +/– to search for the station. Scanning stops when the unit receives a station. Repeat this procedure until the desired station is received. Tip
If you know the frequency of the station you want to listen to, press and hold +/– to locate the approximate frequency, then press +/– repeatedly to fine adjust to the desired frequency (manual tuning).
Storing automatically — BTM 1
Press repeatedly until “TUNER” appears. To change the band, press repeatedly. You can select from FM1, FM2, FM3, MW or LW. Press and hold the select button. The setup display appears. Rotate the control dial until “BTM” appears, then press it. The unit stores stations in order of frequency on the number buttons.
RDS FM stations with Radio Data System (RDS) service send inaudible digital information along with the regular radio program signal. Notes • Depending on the country/region, not all RDS functions may be available. • RDS will not work if the signal strength is too weak, or if the station you are tuned to is not transmitting RDS data.
Changing display items Press .
While receiving the station that you want to store, press and hold a number button ( to ) until “MEMO” appears.
Receiving the stored stations 1
Select the band, then press a number button ( to ).
Setting AF (Alternative Frequencies) and TA (Traffic Announcement) AF continuously retunes the station with the strongest signal in a network, and TA provides current traffic information or traffic programs (TP) if received.
Press repeatedly until the desired setting appears.
activate AF and deactivate TA.
activate TA and deactivate AF.
activate both AF and TA.
deactivate both AF and TA.
Storing RDS stations with the AF and TA setting You can preset RDS stations along with the AF/TA setting. If you use the BTM function, only RDS stations are stored with the same AF/TA setting. If you preset manually, you can preset both RDS and non-RDS stations with the AF/TA setting for each.
Set AF/TA, then store the station with BTM or manually.
Receiving emergency announcements With AF or TA on, the emergency announcements will automatically interrupt the currently selected source. Tip If you adjust the volume level during a traffic announcement, that level will be stored into memory for subsequent traffic announcements, independently from the regular volume level.
Staying with one regional program — REGIONAL When the AF function is on: this unit’s factory setting restricts reception to a specific region, so you will not be switched to another regional station with a stronger frequency. If you leave this regional program’s reception area, set “REG-OFF” in setup during FM reception (page 24). Note This function does not work in the UK and in some other areas.
Local Link function (UK only) This function enables you to select other local stations in the area, even if they are not stored on your number buttons.
During FM reception, press a number button ( to ) on which a local station is stored.
Within 5 seconds, press again a number button of the local station. Repeat this procedure until the local station is received.
Selecting PTY (Program Types) Displays the currently received program type. Also searches your selected program type.
Press and hold (PTY) during FM reception. The current program type name appears if the station is transmitting PTY data.
Rotate 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 NEWS (News), AFFAIRS (Current Affairs), INFO (Information), SPORT (Sports), EDUCATE (Education), DRAMA (Drama), CULTURE (Culture), SCIENCE (Science), VARIED (Varied), POP M (Pop Music), ROCK M (Rock Music), EASY M (M.O.R. Music), LIGHT M (Light classical), CLASSICS (Serious classical), OTHER M (Other Music), WEATHER (Weather), FINANCE (Finance), CHILDREN (Children’s program), SOCIAL A (Social Affairs), RELIGION (Religion), PHONE IN (Phone In), TRAVEL (Travel), LEISURE (Leisure), JAZZ (Jazz Music), COUNTRY (Country Music), NATION M (National Music), OLDIES (Oldies Music), FOLK M (Folk Music), DOCUMENT (Documentary)
CD Playing a disc This unit can play CD-DA (also containing CD TEXT) and CD-R/CD-RW (MP3/ WMA/AAC files (page 26)).
Press . Insert the disc (label side up). Close the front panel. Playback starts automatically.
Setting CT (Clock Time) The CT data from the RDS transmission sets the clock.
Set “CT-ON” in setup (page 24).
Changing display items Displayed items may differ depending on the disc type, recording format and settings. Press .
Note The CT function may not work properly even though an RDS station is being received.
USB devices • MSC (Mass Storage Class)-type USB devices compliant with the USB standard can be used. • Corresponding codec is MP3 (.mp3), WMA (.wma), AAC (.m4a) and AAC (.mp4). • Backup of data in a USB device is recommended. For details on the compatibility of your USB device, visit the support site on the back cover. Note Connect the USB device after starting the engine. Depending on the USB device, malfunction or damage may occur if it is connected before starting the engine.
Playing back a USB device 1
Slide the USB cover, then connect the USB device to the USB connector with its USB cable.
Playback starts. If a USB device is already connected, to start playback, press repeatedly until “USB” appears. To stop playback, press and hold for 1 second. To remove the USB device, stop the USB playback, then remove the USB device.
• Do not use USB devices so large or heavy that they may fall down due to vibration, or cause a loose connection. • Do not detach the front panel during playback of the USB device, otherwise USB data may be damaged.
Changing display items Displayed items may differ depending on the USB device, recording format and settings. Press . Notes • The maximum number of displayable data is as follows. – folders (albums): 128 – files (tracks) per folder: 500 • It may take time for playback to begin, depending on the amount of recorded data. • DRM (Digital Rights Management) files may not be played. • During playback or fast-forward/reverse of a VBR (Variable Bit Rate) MP3/WMA/AAC file, elapsed playing time may not display accurately. • Playback of the following MP3/WMA/AAC files is not supported. – lossless compression – copyright-protected
Enjoying music according to your mood — SensMe™ The “SensMe™ channels” features automatically group tracks by channel, and allow you to enjoy music intuitively.
Installing “SensMe™ Setup” and “Content Transfer” in your computer
Transferring tracks to the USB device using “Content Transfer” To enable the SensMe™ function on this unit, tracks need to be analyzed and transferred to the registered USB device, using “Content Transfer.”
Connect the registered USB device to your computer. For USB devices, connect with the MSC mode. “Content Transfer” starts automatically. Follow the on-screen instructions if they appear.
Drag and drop tracks from Windows Explorer or iTunes, etc., to “Content Transfer.” The analysis and transfer of tracks start.
The software (“SensMe™ Setup” and “Content Transfer”) is required to enable the SensMe™ function on this unit.
Download the “SensMe™ Setup” and “Content Transfer” software from the support site.
Install the software in your computer. For more details on the installation, visit http://support.sony-europe.com/
Registering a USB device using “SensMe™ Setup” USB device registration is required to enable the SensMe™ function on the unit. If registration is not performed along with the installation procedure, follow the steps below.
Start “SensMe™ Setup” on your computer.
Connect a USB device to your computer.
Complete registration following the on-screen instructions. Tip
If you connect a registered USB device containing analyzed tracks, the USB device can be unregistered again.
For details on operations, see the Help of “Content Transfer.”
Playing tracks in the channel — SensMe™ channels “SensMe™ channels” automatically group tracks into channels by their tunes. You can select and play a channel that fits your mood, activity, etc.
Connect a USB device set up for the SensMe™ function.
Press repeatedly until “SENSME CH” appears. The channel list appears, and the most melodic or rhythmical sections of tracks are shuffle played.
Selecting a track from the channel list using the control dial. To change the channel: Press / (ALBUM /) to select the desired channel. To change the track: Press +/– repeatedly until the desired track appears, then press the control dial.
Note If the connected USB device contains many tracks, it may take time for “SensMe™ channels” to start, due to data reading. Tip Tracks are played in random order. The order will vary at each channel selection.
Channel list MORNING (5:00 – 9:59) DAYTIME (10:00 – 15:59) EVENING (16:00 – 18:59) NIGHT (19:00 – 23:59) MIDNIGHT (0:00 – 4:59) Tracks recommended for each time of day. Set the clock (page 5) for the channel to be displayed accurately. SHUFFLE ALL: Plays all analyzed tracks in random order. ENERGETIC: High-spirit tracks. RELAX: Calm tracks. MELLOW: Mellow, melancholy tracks. UPBEAT: Happy tracks to improve your mood. EMOTIONAL: Ballad tracks. LOUNGE: Lounge music. DANCE: Rhythm and rap, rhythm and blues tracks. EXTREME: Intense rock tracks.
FREEWAY: Speedy, high-spirit tracks.
CHILLOUT DRIVE: Intoned, healing ballad tracks. WEEKEND TRIP: Delightful, bright and happy tracks. MIDNIGHT CRUISE: Jazz or piano-featured tracks with mature mood. PARTY RIDE: Up-tempo and alive tracks. MORNING COMMUTE: Bright and breezy tracks. GOIN’ HOME: Warm and relaxing tracks.
iPod In these Operating Instructions, “iPod” is used as a general reference for the iPod functions on the iPod and iPhone, unless otherwise specified by the text or illustrations. For details on the compatibility of your iPod, see “About iPod” (page 27) or visit the support site on the back cover.
Playing back iPod Before connecting the iPod, turn down the volume of the unit.
Slide the USB cover, then connect the iPod to the USB connector with the USB connection cable for iPod (not supplied)*. * Using the RC-100IP USB connection cable for iPod is recommended.
Caution for iPhone When you connect an iPhone via USB, telephone volume is controlled by iPhone itself. In order to avoid sudden loud sound after a call, do not increase the volume on the unit during a telephone call. Note Do not detach the front panel during playback of the iPod, otherwise data may be damaged. Tip iPod is recharged while the unit is turned on.
Resuming mode When the iPod is connected to the dock connector, playback starts in the mode set by the iPod. In this mode, the following buttons do not function. – (REP) – (SHUF) Changing display items Press . Note Some letters stored in iPod may not be displayed correctly.
Skipping albums, podcasts, genres, playlists and artists The tracks on the iPod start playing automatically from the point last played. If an iPod is already connected, to start playback press repeatedly until “USB” appears. (“IPOD” appears in the display when iPod is recognized.)
Press / (ALBUM / ) [press once for each]
Press and hold / (ALBUM /) [hold to desired point]
Press and hold for 1 second to stop playback. To remove the iPod, stop the iPod playback, then remove the iPod.
Operating an iPod directly — Passenger control You can operate an iPod directly even when connected to the dock connecter.
During playback, press and hold . “MODE IPOD” appears and you will be able to operate the iPod directly.
To exit the passenger control, press and hold . Then “MODE AUDIO” will appear and the play mode will change to iPod mode. Note The volume can be adjusted only by the unit.
Searching and playing tracks Playing tracks in various modes You can listen to tracks repeatedly (repeat play) or in random order (shuffle play). Available play modes differ depending on the selected sound source.
During playback, press (REP) or (SHUF) repeatedly until the desired play mode appears. Playback in selected play mode may take time to start.
playlist repeatedly. genre repeatedly. track in normal order (Normal play).
album in random order. disc in random order.
Searching a track by name — Quick-BrowZer™ You can search for a track in a CD or USB device easily by category.
artist in random order.
genre in random order.
device in random order.
track in normal order (Normal play).
* During playback, press (BROWSE) for more than 2 seconds to directly return to the beginning of the category list (USB only).
Rotate the control dial to select the desired search category, then press it to confirm.
Repeat step 2 until the desired track is selected. Playback starts.
*1 iPod only *2 CD only
Press (BROWSE)*. The unit enters the Quick-BrowZer mode, and the list of search categories appears. When the track list appears, press (BACK) repeatedly until the desired search category appears.
*3 USB and iPod only
To exit the Quick-BrowZer mode, press (BROWSE). Note When entering the Quick-BrowZer mode, the repeat/shuffle setting is canceled.
Searching by skip items — Jump mode When many items are in a category, you can search the desired item quickly.
Press + in Quick-BrowZer mode. The item name will appear.
Rotate the control dial to select the item near the one desired. It skips in steps of 10% of the total item number.
Press the select button. The display returns to the QuickBrowZer mode and the selected item appears.
Searching a track by listening to track passages — ZAPPIN™
Rotate the control dial to select the desired item and press it. Playback starts if the selected item is a track.
While playing back short track passages in a CD or USB device in sequence, you can search for a track you want to listen to. ZAPPIN mode is suitable for searching for a track in shuffle or shuffle repeat mode.
To cancel Jump mode, press –.
Searching by alphabetical order — Alphabet search When an iPod is connected to the unit, you can search for a desired item alphabetically.
Rotate the control dial to select the first letter of the desired item, then press it. A list of items beginning with the selected letter appears in alphabetical order. Rotate the control dial to select the desired item, then press it. Playback starts if the selected item is a track.
To cancel Alphabet search, press (BACK) or –. Notes • In Alphabet search, a symbol or article (a/an/ the) before the selected letter of the item is excluded. • Depending on the search item you select, only Jump mode may be available. • Alphabet search may take some time, depending on the amount of tracks.
Press during playback. Playback starts from a passage of the next track. You can select the playback time (page 25).
The part of each track to play back in ZAPPIN mode.
Press the select button or when a track you want to listen is played back. The track that you select returns to normal play mode from the beginning. Pressing (BACK) also confirms a track to playback. Tips
• If the track being searched is transferred by “Content Transfer,” the most melodic or rhythmical sections of tracks are played (page 13). • Press +/– in ZAPPIN mode to skip a track. • Press / (ALBUM /) in ZAPPIN mode to skip album.
Changing the illumination
Customizing the display and button color — Custom Color You can register a customized color for the display and buttons.
Changing the color of display and buttons —Dynamic Color Illuminator
Press and hold . The DAY/NIGHT custom color display varies according to the DIMMER setting.
Dynamic Color Illuminator allows you to change the color of the display and buttons on the main unit to match the car’s interior. You can select from 12 preset colors, customized color and 5 preset patterns.
Preset colors: RED, AMBER, M_AMBER, YELLOW, WHITE, LIGHT GREEN, GREEN, LIGHT BLUE, SKY BLUE, BLUE, PURPLE, PINK.
Rotate the control dial until “BASE COLOR” appears, then press it. You can select a preset color as a basis for further customizing. When you select “BASE COLOR,” customized color is overwritten.
Preset patterns: RAINBOW, OCEAN, SUNSET, FOREST, RANDOM.
Rotate the control dial to select from “RGB RED,” “RGB GREEN,” or “RGB BLUE,” then press it.
Rotate the control dial to adjust the color range, then press it. Adjustable color range: “0” – “32.” You cannot set “0” for all color ranges.
Note If the control dial is rotated rapidly, the color of the display and the buttons may change too quickly.
Changing DAY/NIGHT color mode You can set a different color for DAY/ NIGHT depending on the DIMMER setting. Color mode
DAY OFF or AUTO (turn off the head light*2)
*1 For details on the DIMMER, see page 24. *2 Available only when the illumination control lead is connected.
Select “DAY/NIGHT” in step 2. Select “DAY” or “NIGHT.” Customize the preset channel from step 2 to 5.
Advanced color setting SensMe™ Channels synchronization — SensMe™ Channels Color The color of the display and buttons on the main unit changes according to the SensMe™ channel.
Press and hold the select button. The setup display appears.
Rotate the control dial until “SENSME COLR” appears, then press it.
Rotate the control dial to select “SENSME-ON,” then press it.
To cancel SensMe™ Channels Color, select “OFF” on step 3. Note When SensMe™ Channels Color is set to “ON” for the SensMe™ source, SensMe™ Channels Color overrides the preset color/pattern settings.
Changing the color with sound synchronization — Sound Synchronization When you select a preset pattern or play tracks in the SensMe™ channel, sound synchronization becomes effective.
Press and hold the select button. The setup display appears.
Rotate the control dial until “SOUND SYNC” appears, then press it.
Rotate the control dial to select “SYNC-ON,” then press it.
Displaying clear color — White Menu You can display the menu more clearly (White) without concern for color setting.
Press and hold the select button. The setup display appears.
Rotate the control dial until “WHITE MENU” appears, then press it.
Rotate the control dial to select “WHITE-ON,” then press it.
Start up effect — Start White When you push on, the color of display and the buttons on the main unit turns white once, and then the color changes to the customized color.
Press and hold the select button. The setup display appears.
Rotate the control dial until “START WHITE” appears, then press it.
Rotate the control dial to select “WHITE-ON,” then press it.
To cancel Start White, select “OFF” on step 3.
Sound Settings and Setup Menu Changing the sound settings Adjusting the sound characteristics
SUBW LEVEL (Subwoofer Level) Adjusts the subwoofer volume level: “+10 dB” – “0 dB” – “–10 dB.” (“ATT” is displayed at the lowest setting.) AUX VOLUME*2 (AUX Volume level) Adjusts the volume level for each connected auxiliary equipment: “+18 dB” – “0 dB” – “–8 dB.” This setting negates the need to adjust the volume level between sources. *1 Hidden when “POSITION” is set to “OFF.”
During reception/playback, press the select button.
Rotate the control dial until the desired menu item appears, then press it.
Rotate the control dial to select the setting, then press it.
The following items can be set:
*2 When AUX source is activated (page 25).
Enjoying sophisticated sound functions — Advanced Sound Engine Advanced Sound Engine creates an ideal incar sound field with digital signal processing.
EQ7 PRESET (page 21) EQ7 SETTING (page 22) POSITION POSITION (Listening Position setting) (page 22) ADJUST POS*1 (Listening Position adjustment) (page 23) SW POSITION*1 (Subwoofer Position) (page 22) BALANCE Adjusts the sound balance: “RIGHT-15” – “CENTER” – “LEFT-15.” FADER Adjusts the relative level: “FRONT-15” – “CENTER” – “REAR-15.” DM+ (page 23) REARBAS ENH (Rear Bass Enhancer) (page 23)
Selecting the sound quality — EQ7 Preset You can select an equalizer curve from 7 equalizer curves (XPLOD, VOCAL, EDGE, CRUISE, SPACE, GRAVITY, CUSTOM or OFF).
During reception/playback, press the select button.
Rotate the control dial until “EQ7 PRESET” appears, then press it.
Rotate the control dial until the desired equalizer curve appears, then press it.
To cancel the equalizer curve, select “OFF” in step 3. Tip The equalizer curve setting can be memorized for each source.
Customizing the equalizer curve — EQ7 Setting “CUSTOM” of EQ7 allows you to make your own equalizer settings.
Select a source, then press the select button.
Rotate the control dial until “EQ7 SETTING” appears, then press it.
Rotate the control dial until “BASE” appears, then press it. You can select an equalizer curve as a basis for further customizing.
Rotate the control dial to select the equalizer curve, then press it.
Setting the equalizer curve.
Optimizing sound by Time Alignment — Listening Position The unit can simulate a natural sound field by delaying the sound output from each speaker to suit your position. The options for “POSITION” are indicated below. FRONT L (): Front left FRONT R (): Front right FRONT (): Center front ALL (): In the center of your car OFF: No position set
Rotate the control dial to select the frequency range, then press it.
BAND1: 63 Hz BAND2: 160 Hz BAND3: 400 Hz BAND4: 1 kHz BAND5: 2.5 kHz BAND6: 6.3 kHz BAND7: 16.0 kHz Rotate the control dial to adjust the volume level, then press it. The volume level is adjustable in 1 dB steps, from -6 dB to +6 dB.
Repeat steps and to adjust other frequency ranges.
Press (BACK) twice. The equalizer curve is stored in “CUSTOM.”
You can also set the approximate subwoofer position from your listening position if: – the subwoofer is connected – the listening position is set to “FRONT L,” “FRONT R,” “FRONT” or “ALL.” The options for “SW POSITION” are indicated below. NEAR (): Near NORMAL (): Normal FAR (): Far
During reception/playback, press the select button.
Rotate the control dial until “POSITION” appears, then press it.
Rotate the control dial to select from “FRONT L,” “FRONT R,” “FRONT” or “ALL,” then press it.
Rotate the control dial until “SW POSITION” appears, then press it.
Rotate the control dial to select the subwoofer position from “NEAR,” “NORMAL” or “FAR,” then press it.
To cancel listening position, select “OFF” on step 3.
Using rear speakers as subwoofer — Rear Bass Enhancer
Adjusting the listening position
Rear Bass Enhancer enhances the bass sound by applying the low pass filter setting (page 25) to the rear speakers. This function allows the rear speakers to work as a subwoofer if one is not connected.
You can fine-tune the listening position setting.
During reception/playback, press the select button.
Rotate the control dial until “ADJUST POS” appears, then press it.
Rotate the control dial to adjust the listening position, then press it. Adjustable range: “+3” – “CENTER” – “–3.”
During reception/playback, press the select button.
Rotate the control dial until “REARBAS ENH” appears, then press it.
Rotate the control dial to select from “1,” “2” or “3,” then press it.
DM+ Advanced DM+ Advanced improves digitally compressed sound by restoring high frequencies lost in the compression process.
During playback, press the select button.
Rotate the control dial until “DM+” appears, then press it.
Rotate the control dial to select “ON,” then press it.
Tip The DM+ setting can be memorized for each source.
Adjusting setup items
– “AT”: to dim the display automatically when you turn lights on. (Available only when the illumination control lead is connected.) – “ON”: to dim the display. – “OFF”: deactivate the dimmer.
Press and hold the select button. The setup display appears.
Rotate the control dial until the desired item appears, then press it.
Rotate the control dial to select the setting, then press it.* The setting is complete.
CONTRAST Adjusts the contrast of the display. The contrast level is adjustable in 7 steps.
* For Custom Color setting, you need to take additional steps (page 19). For CLOCK-ADJ and BTM settings, step 4 is not necessary.
The following items can be set depending on the source and setting: CLOCK ADJ (Clock Adjust) (page 5) CT (Clock Time) Activates the CT function: “ON,” “OFF” (page 11).
CUSTOM COLR (Custom Color) Selects a preset color as a basis for further customizing (page 19). SENSME COLR (SensMe™ Color) Changes the color according to the SensMe™ channels: “ON,” “OFF.” SOUND SYNC Selects the color with sound synchronization: “ON,” “OFF.”
BEEP Activates the beep sound: “ON,” “OFF.”
WHITE MENU Sets the effect when the source is switched: “ON,” “OFF.”
CAUT ALM*1 (Caution Alarm) Activates the caution alarm: “ON,” “OFF” (page 5).
START WHITE Sets the start up color: “ON,” “OFF.”
AUX-A*1 (AUX Audio) Activates the AUX source display: “ON,” “OFF” (page 25). AUTO OFF Shuts off automatically after a desired time when the unit is turned off: “NO,” “30S (Seconds),” “30M (Minutes),” “60M (Minutes).” DEMO (Demonstration) Activates the demonstration: “ON,” “OFF.”
DIMMER Changes the display brightness.
MOTION DSPL (Motion Display) – “SA”: to show moving patterns and spectrum analyzer. – “ON”: to show moving patterns. – “OFF”: to deactivate the Motion Display.
AUTO SCROLL Scrolls long items automatically: “ON,” “OFF.” REGIONAL*2 Restricts reception to a specific region: “ON,” “OFF” (page 10).
ZAPPIN TIME Selects the playback time for the ZAPPIN function. – “ZAP.TIME-1 (about 6 seconds),” “ZAP.TIME-2 (about 15 seconds),” “ZAP.TIME-3 (about 30 seconds).”
ZAPPIN BEEP Has the beep sound between track passages: “ON,” “OFF.”
Using optional equipment Auxiliary audio equipment
LPF FREQ (Low Pass Filter Frequency) Selects the subwoofer cut-off frequency: “50Hz,” “60Hz,” “80Hz,” “100Hz,” “120Hz.”
By connecting an optional portable audio device to the AUX input jack (stereo mini jack) on the unit and then simply selecting the source, you can listen on your car speakers.
LPF SLOPE (Low Pass Filter Slope) Selects the LPF slope: “1,” “2,” “3.”
Connecting the portable audio device
SUBW PHASE (Subwoofer Phase) Selects the subwoofer phase: “NORM,” “REV.”
HPF FREQ (High Pass Filter Frequency) Selects the front/rear speaker cut-off frequency: “OFF,” “50Hz,” “60Hz,” “80Hz,” “100Hz,” “120Hz.”
Turn off the portable audio device. Turn down the volume on the unit. Connect the portable audio device to the unit with a connecting cord (not supplied)*. * Be sure to use a straight type plug.
HPF SLOPE (High Pass Filter Slope) Selects the HPF slope (effective only when HPF FREQ is set to other than “OFF”): “1,” “2,” “3.” LOUDNESS (Dynamic Loudness) Reinforces bass and treble for clear sound at low volume levels: “ON,” “OFF.” ALO (Automatic Level Optimizer) Adjust the playback volume level of all playback sources to the optimum level: “ON,” “OFF.” BTM (page 9) *1 When the unit is turned off.
Adjusting the volume level Be sure to adjust the volume for each connected audio device before playback.
Turn down the volume on the unit.
Start playback of the portable audio device at a moderate volume.
Set your usual listening volume on the unit.
*2 When FM is received.
Press repeatedly until “AUX” appears.
Adjust the input level (page 21).
• Discs that this unit CANNOT play
Additional Information Precautions • Cool off the unit beforehand if your car has been parked in direct sunlight. • Do not leave the front panel or audio devices brought in inside the car, or it may cause malfunction due to high temperature in direct sunlight. • Power antenna (aerial) extends automatically.
Moisture condensation Should moisture condensation occur inside the unit, remove the disc and wait for about an hour for it to dry out; otherwise the unit will not operate properly.
To maintain high sound quality Do not splash liquid onto the unit or discs.
Notes on discs • Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts, nor leave it in a car parked in direct sunlight. • Before playing, wipe the discs with a cleaning cloth from the center out. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners. • This unit is designed to play back discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. DualDiscs and some of the music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies do not conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard, therefore, these discs may not be playable by this unit.
– Discs with labels, stickers, or sticky tape or paper attached. Doing so may cause a malfunction, or may ruin the disc. – Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart, square, star). Attempting to do so may damage the unit. – 8 cm (3 1/4 in) discs.
Notes on CD-R/CD-RW discs • The maximum number of: (CD-R/CD-RW only) – folders (albums): 150 (including root folder) – files (tracks) and folders: 300 (may less than 300 if folder/file names contain many characters) – displayable characters for a folder/file name: 32 (Joliet)/64 (Romeo)
• If the multi-session disc begins with a CDDA session, it is recognized as a CD-DA disc, and other sessions are not played back. • Discs that this unit CANNOT play – CD-R/CD-RW of poor recording quality. – CD-R/CD-RW recorded with an incompatible recording device. – CD-R/CD-RW which is finalized incorrectly. – CD-R/CD-RW other than those recorded in music CD format or MP3 format conforming to ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2, Joliet/Romeo or multi-session.
Playback order of MP3/WMA/ AAC files
MP3/WMA/AAC Folder (album) MP3/WMA/ AAC file (track)
About iPod • You can connect to the following iPod models. Update your iPod devices to the latest software before use. Made for – iPod touch (4th generation) – iPod touch (3rd generation) – iPod touch (2nd generation) – iPod touch (1st generation) – iPod classic – iPod with video* – iPod nano (6th generation) – iPod nano (5th generation) – iPod nano (4th generation) – iPod nano (3rd generation) – iPod nano (2nd generation) – iPod nano (1st generation)* – iPhone 4 – iPhone 3GS – iPhone 3G – iPhone * Passenger control is not available for iPod nano (1st generation) or iPod with video.
• “Made for iPod,” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod or iPhone, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod or iPhone may affect wireless performance.
Maintenance Replacing the lithium battery of the remote commander When the battery becomes weak, the range of the remote commander becomes shorter. Replace the battery with a new CR2025 lithium battery. Use of any other battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. + side up
1 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 assure a 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.
WARNING Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, or dispose of in fire.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit that are not covered in this manual, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Cleaning the connectors The unit may not function properly if the connectors between the unit and the front panel are not clean. In order to prevent this, detach the front panel (page 5) and clean the connectors with a cotton swab. Do not apply too much force. Otherwise, the connectors may be damaged.
Specifications Tuner section FM Tuning range: 87.5 – 108.0 MHz Antenna (aerial) terminal: External antenna (aerial) connector Intermediate frequency: 25 kHz Usable sensitivity: 8 dBf Selectivity: 75 dB at 400 kHz Signal-to-noise ratio: 80 dB (stereo) Separation: 50 dB at 1 kHz Frequency response: 20 – 15,000 Hz
MW/LW Notes • For safety, turn off the ignition before cleaning the connectors, and remove the key from the ignition switch. • Never touch the connectors directly with your fingers or with any metal device.
Tuning range: MW: 531 – 1,602 kHz LW: 153 – 279 kHz Antenna (aerial) terminal: External antenna (aerial) connector Intermediate frequency: 9,124.5 kHz or 9,115.5 kHz/4.5 kHz
Sensitivity: MW: 26 μV, LW: 45 μV CD Player section Signal-to-noise ratio: 120 dB Frequency response: 10 – 20,000 Hz Wow and flutter: Below measurable limit
USB Player section Interface: USB (Full-speed)
Maximum current: 1 A Power amplifier section Output: Speaker outputs Speaker impedance: 4 – 8 ohms Maximum power output: 52 W × 4 (at 4 ohms)
General Outputs: Audio outputs terminal (front/rear) Subwoofer output terminal (mono) Power antenna (aerial) relay control terminal Power amplifier control terminal Inputs: Telephone ATT control terminal Remote controller input terminal Antenna (aerial) input terminal AUX input jack (stereo mini jack) USB signal input connector Power requirements: 12 V DC car battery (negative ground (earth)) Dimensions: Approx. 178 × 50 × 180 mm (7 1/8 × 2 × 7 1/8 in) (w/h/d) Mounting dimensions: Approx. 182 × 53 × 162 mm (7 1/4 × 2 1/8 × 6 1/2 in) (w/h/d) Mass: Approx. 1.3 kg (2 lb 14 oz) Supplied accessory: Remote commander: RM-X211 Parts for installation and connections (1 set) Optional accessory/equipment:
USB connection cable for iPod: RC-100IP Your dealer may not handle some of the above listed accessories. Please ask the dealer for detailed information. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
System requirements for using SensMe™ Computer
• CPU/RAM – IBM PC/AT compatible machine – CPU: Intel Pentium III Processor 450 MHz or higher – RAM: 256 MB or more (For Windows XP), 512 MB or more (For Windows Vista or later)
OS Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 For details on compatible editions or Service Pack, visit the support site on the back cover. Monitor High color (16-bit) or more, 800 × 600 dots or more
Other Internet connection
Notes • The following system environments are not supported. – Non IBM PC type computers, such as Macintosh, etc. – Homemade computers – OS upgraded computers – Multi-display environment – Multi-boot environment – Virtual machine environment • Depending on the computer condition, operation may not be possible even with the recommended environment.
Troubleshooting The following checklist will help you remedy problems you may encounter with your unit. Before going through the checklist below, check the connection and operating procedures. For details on using the fuse and removing the unit from the dashboard, refer to the installation/connections manual supplied with this unit. If the problem is not solved, visit the support site on the back cover.
The display disappears from/does not appear in the display window. The dimmer is set to “DIMMER-ON” (page 24). The display disappears if you press and hold . – Press on the unit until the display appears. The connectors are dirty (page 28).
No power is being supplied to the unit. Check the connection or fuse. If the unit is turned off and the display disappears, it cannot be operated with the remote commander. – Turn on the unit.
The Auto Off function does not operate. The unit is turned on. The Auto Off function activates after turning off the unit. – Turn off the unit.
The power antenna (aerial) does not extend. The power antenna (aerial) does not have a relay box.
The stations cannot be received. The sound is hampered by noises. The connection is not correct. – Connect a power antenna (aerial) control lead (blue) or accessory power supply lead (red) to the power supply lead of a car’s antenna (aerial) booster (only when your car has built-in radio antenna (aerial) in the rear/side glass). – Check the connection of the car antenna (aerial). – If the auto antenna (aerial) will not go up, check the connection of the power antenna (aerial) control lead.
No sound. The ATT function is activated, or the Telephone ATT function (when the interface cable of a car telephone is connected to the ATT lead) is activated. The position of the fader control “FADER” is not set for a 2-speaker system. No beep sound. The beep sound is canceled (page 24). An optional power amplifier is connected and you are not using the built-in amplifier. The contents of the memory have been erased. The power supply lead or battery has been disconnected or it is not connected properly.
During playback or reception, demonstration mode starts. If no operation is performed for 5 minutes with “DEMO-ON” set, demonstration mode starts. – Set “DEMO-OFF” (page 24).
Stored stations and correct time are erased. The fuse has blown. Makes noise when the position of the ignition is switched. The leads are not matched correctly with the car’s accessory power connector.
Preset tuning is not possible. Store the correct frequency in the memory. The broadcast signal is too weak. Automatic tuning is not possible. The broadcast signal is too weak. – Perform manual tuning.
RDS The SEEK starts after a few seconds of listening. The station is non-TP or has weak signal. – Deactivate TA (page 10). No traffic announcements. Activate TA (page 10). The station does not broadcast any traffic announcements despite being TP. – Tune in another station. PTY displays “- - - - - - - -.” The current station is not an RDS station. RDS data has not been received. The station does not specify the program type. Program service name flashes. There is no alternative frequency for the current station. – Press +/– while the program service name is flashing. “PI SEEK” appears and the unit starts searching for another frequency with the same PI (Program Identification) data.
CD playback The disc cannot be loaded. Another disc is already loaded. The disc has been forcibly inserted upside down or in the wrong way. The disc does not play back. Defective or dirty disc. The CD-Rs/CD-RWs are not for audio use (page 26). MP3/WMA/AAC files cannot be played back. The disc is incompatible with the MP3/WMA/ AAC format and version. For details on playable discs and formats, visit the support site.
MP3/WMA/AAC files take longer to play back than others. The following discs take a longer time to start playback. – a disc recorded with a complicated tree structure. – a disc recorded in Multi Session. – a disc to which data can be added. The display items do not scroll. For discs with very many characters, those may not scroll. “AUTO SCROLL” is set to “OFF.” – Set “A.SCRL-ON” (page 24). – Press and hold (SCRL). The sound skips. Installation is not correct. – Install the unit at an angle of less than 45° in a sturdy part of the car. Defective or dirty disc.
USB playback You cannot play back items via a USB hub. This unit cannot recognize USB devices via a USB hub. Cannot play back items. A USB device does not work. – Reconnect it. The USB device takes longer to play back. The USB device contains files with a complicated tree structure. The sound is intermittent. The sound may be intermittent at a high-bitrate of more than 320 kbps.
Error displays/Messages CHECKING The unit is confirming the connection of a USB device. – Wait until confirming the connection is finished. ERROR The disc is dirty or inserted upside down. – Clean or insert the disc correctly. A blank disc has been inserted. The disc cannot play due to a problem. – Insert another disc. USB device was not automatically recognized. – Reconnect it again. Press to remove the disc. FAILURE The connection of speakers/amplifiers is incorrect. – See the installation/connections manual of this model to check the connection. HUBS NO SUPRT (Hubs Not Supported) USB hub is not supported on this unit. INVALID The connected USB device does not contain a music file for the SensMe™ function. NO AF There is no alternative frequency for the current station. – Press +/– while the program service name is flashing. The unit starts searching for another frequency with the same PI (Program Identification) data (“PI SEEK” appears). NO CHANNEL The connected USB device does not contain a channel list for the SensMe™ function. NO DEV (No Device) USB is selected as source without a USB device connected. A USB device or a USB cable has been disconnected during playback. – Be sure to connect a USB device and USB cable.
NO MUSIC The disc or USB device does not contain a music file. – Insert a music CD in this unit. – Connect a USB device with a music file in it. NO NAME A disc/album/artist/track name is not written in the track. NOT FOUND There is no item beginning with the selected letter in Alphabet search. NO TP The unit will continue searching for available TP stations. OFFSET There may be an internal malfunction. – Check the connection. If the error indication remains on in the display, consult your nearest Sony dealer. OVERLOAD USB device is overloaded. – Disconnect the USB device, then change the source by pressing . – Indicates that the USB device is out of order, or an unsupported device is connected. READ The unit is reading all track and album information on the disc. – Wait until reading is complete and playback starts automatically. Depending on the disc structure, it may take more than a minute. S-CH NO SUPRT (SensMe™ channel Not Supported) The connected USB device is not supported. – For details on the compatibility of your USB device, visit the support site. USB NO SUPRT (USB Not Supported) The connected USB device is not supported. – For details on the compatibility of your USB device, visit the support site.
“ ” or “ ” During reverse or fast-forward, you have reached the beginning or the end of the disc and you cannot go any further. “ ” The character cannot be displayed with the unit.
If these solutions do not help improve the situation, consult your nearest Sony dealer. If you take the unit to be repaired because of CD playback trouble, bring the disc that was used at the time the problem began.
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USB-speler Interface: USB (Full-speed)
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