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Table of Contents Getting Started Bluetooth (Handsfree calling and Music streaming) Playable discs on this unit ....6 Notes on Bluetooth ..... . 6 Bluetooth operations .
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Support site If you have any questions or for the latest support information on this product, please visit the web site below: Customers in Latin America: http://esupport.sony.com/ES/LA/ Customers in Pan Asia: http://www.sony-asia.com/section/support http://www.sony-asia.com/caraudio/ Provides information on: • Models and manufacturers of compatible cellular phones and the FAQ...
IMPORTANT NOTICE! Safe and efficient use Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by Sony may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Please check for exceptions, due to national requirement or limitations, in usage of Bluetooth equipment before using this product.
Radio frequency exposure Resetting the unit RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in cars, Before operating the unit for the first time, or such as electronic fuel injection systems, electronic after replacing the car battery or changing the antiskid (antilock) braking systems, electronic speed connections, you must reset the unit.
Detaching the front panel Preparing the card remote commander You can detach the front panel of this unit to prevent theft. Remove the insulation film. 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.
Attaching the front panel Engage part A of the front panel with part B of the unit, as illustrated, and push the left side into position until it clicks. Note Do not put anything on the inner surface of the front panel.
Location of controls and basic operations Main unit LOUD DISC ALBM TRACK SHUF DSPL SCRL SET UP ALBUM SHUF PAUSE PUSH SELECT / Front panel removed This section contains instructions on the location of controls and basic operations. For details, see the respective pages.
F Disc slot *1 When a Bluetooth audio device (supports AVRCP of Bluetooth technology) is connected. Depending Insert the disc (label side up), playback on the device, certain operations may not be starts. available. G Display window *2 In the case of a CD changer being connected; when (SOURCE) is pressed, “CD”...
wf SCRL (scroll) button Card remote commander To scroll the display item. RM-X304 wg Number buttons To receive stored stations (press); store stations (press and hold). Note SOURCE MODE If the unit is turned off and the display disappears, it cannot be operated with the card remote commander unless (SOURCE) on the unit is pressed, or a disc is inserted to activate the unit first.
Radio Storing and receiving stations Display items Caution When tuning in stations while driving, use Best Tuning Memory (BTM) to prevent an accident. Storing automatically — BTM A Source B Track name* , Disc/artist name* , Artist Press (SOURCE) repeatedly until name* , Album number* , Album name*...
Support site made, the unit is ready for connection to the device. Customers in Latin America: http://esupport.sony.com/ES/LA/ Customers in Pan Asia: http://www.sony-asia.com/section/support http://www.sony-asia.com/caraudio/ “ ” flashes and then stays lit after pairing is complete.
Note About Bluetooth icons While streaming Bluetooth audio, you cannot connect from this unit to the cellular phone. Connect from the The following icons are used by this unit. cellular phone to this unit instead. A connecting noise lit: Bluetooth signal on may be heard over playback sound.
Mic Gain adjustment Notes • Check that unit and cellular phone are connected You can switch between two volume levels beforehand. (“LOW” or “HI”) to set a suitable level for the • Store a voice tag on your cellular phone beforehand. other party during a call.
Other functions Operating an audio device with this unit Changing the sound settings You can perform the following operations on this unit if the audio device supports AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile) of Bluetooth Adjusting the sound technology. (The operation differs depending on characteristics the audio device.) Press the select button repeatedly...
A.OFF Customizing the equalizer curve Shuts off automatically after a desired time — EQ3 when the unit is turned off: “NO,” “30S “CUSTOM” of EQ3 allows you to make your (seconds),” “30M (minutes),” “60M (minutes).” own equalizer settings. SUB/REAR* Switches the audio output: “SUB-OUT” Select a source, then press the select (subwoofer), “REAR-OUT”...
Using optional equipment CD changer Selecting the changer Auxiliary audio equipment 1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly until “CD” By connecting an optional portable audio device appears. to the AUX input jack (stereo mini jack) on the 2 Press (MODE) repeatedly until the desired unit and then simply selecting the source, you changer appears.
Changing the operative direction Rotary commander RM-X4S The operative direction of the controls is factory- set as shown below. Attaching the label Attach the indication label depending on how To increase you mount the rotary commander. To decrease If you need to mount the rotary commander on the right hand side of the steering column, you D S P L SE L...
– CD-R/CD-RW other than those recorded in Additional Information music CD format or MP3 format conforming to ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2, Joliet/Romeo or Precautions multi-session. • Cool off the unit beforehand if your car has been Playback order of MP3/WMA files parked in direct sunlight.
Maximum communication range may vary immediately. Should any problem persist, consult depending on obstacles (person, metal, wall, etc.) your nearest Sony dealer. or electromagnetic environment. • The following conditions may affect the If you have any questions or problems concerning sensitivity of Bluetooth communication.
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, Fuse (10 A) consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Removing the unit Specifications Remove the protection collar. CD Player section Signal-to-noise ratio: 120 dB 1 Detach the front panel (page 8). Frequency response: 10 – 20,000 Hz 2 Pinch both edges of the protection collar, Wow and flutter: Below measurable limit then pull it out.
Tone controls: Low: ±10 dB at 60 Hz (XPLOD) Customers in Latin America: Mid: ±10 dB at 1 kHz (XPLOD) http://esupport.sony.com/ES/LA/ High: ±10 dB at 10 kHz (XPLOD) Customers in Pan Asia: Power requirements: 12 V DC car battery (negative ground (earth)) http://www.sony-asia.com/section/support...
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The display disappears from/does not appear Radio reception in the display window. The stations cannot be received. • The dimmer is set “DIM-ON” (page 18). The sound is hampered by noises. • The display disappears if you press and hold (OFF). The connection is not correct.
Check the connection. If the error indication being made. This is not a malfunction. remains on in the display, consult your nearest Sony dealer. The connected Bluetooth audio device cannot be controlled. READ...
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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.