SONY XAV-AX3250 Car Media AV Receiver Instruction Manual

SONY XAV-AX3250 Car Media AV Receiver

Specifications

• Brand: Mitsubishi Fuso Truck & Bus Corporation
• Model Number: 5-057-831-12(1)
• Product Type: AV RECEIVER
• Operating Instructions Language: EN

Getting Started

Before using the AV RECEIVER, familiarize yourself with the main unit and screen displays. Follow the steps for performing initial settings and preparing a BLUETOOTH device.

Radio

To listen to the radio, select the desired station. Explore radio option functions and consider listening to DAB/DAB+ radio with additional options functions.

Playback

Play music from a USB device, a BLUETOOTH device, or an A/V device. Use the system to search and play tracks. Adjust settings during playback for a personalized experience.

Handsfree Calling

Prepare your mobile phone for hands-free calling. Receive and make calls using the system. Discover available operations during a call for convenience.

Useful Functions

Explore features like Apple CarPlay, Android AutoTM, and WebLinkTM for enhanced connectivity. Utilize gesture commands for seamless control.

FAQs

Q: How do I switch the FM tuning step?
A: Refer to page 14 of the operating instructions for guidance on switching the FM tuning step.

Q: Where is the nameplate indicating operating voltage located?
A: The nameplate indicating operating voltage, etc., is located on the bottom of the chassis of the AV RECEIVER.

Q: Can I rely solely on the electronic device for emergency calls?
A: It is recommended not to rely solely on any electronic device, including this product, for essential communications such as medical emergencies. Ensure you have alternative means of communication available.

Important notice
Caution IN NO EVENT SHALL WE BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR OTHER DAMAGES INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF REVENUE, LOSS OF DATA, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ANY ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT, DOWNTIME, AND PURCHASER’S TIME RELATED TO OR ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, ITS HARDWARE AND/OR ITS SOFTWARE.
Dear customer, this product includes a radio transmitter. Please check your vehicle operation manual or contact the manufacturer of your vehicle or your vehicle dealer, before you install this product into your vehicle.
Emergency calls This BLUETOOTH car handsfree and the electronic device connected to the handsfree operate using radio signals, cellular, and landline networks as well as user-programmed function, which cannot guarantee connection under all conditions.

Therefore do not rely solely upon any electronic device for essential communications (such as medical emergencies). On BLUETOOTH communication · Microwaves emitting from a BLUETOOTH device may affect the operation of electronic medical devices. Turn off this unit and other BLUETOOTH devices in the following locations, as it may cause an accident. ­ where inflammable gas is present, in a hospital, train, airplane, or petrol station ­ near automatic doors or a fire alarm · This unit supports security capabilities that comply with the BLUETOOTH standard to provide a secure connection when the BLUETOOTH wireless technology is used, but security may not be enough depending on the setting. Be careful when communicating using BLUETOOTH wireless technology. · We do not take any responsibility for the leakage of information during BLUETOOTH communication.

Getting Starte

The VOL (volume) + button has a tactile dot.
Display/touch screen
HOME Displays the HOME screen (page 5). ATT (attenuate) Press and hold for 1 second to attenuate the sound. To cancel, press and hold again, or press VOL +. VOL (volume) +/­

Screen displays
Playback screen:

HOME screen

OPTION screen

Receptor for the remote commander (not supplied)
(previous/next) Functions differently depending on the selected source: ­ [Radio]/[DAB+]: select a preset station. ­ [USB]/[Bluetooth]: move to the previous/next file. Press and hold to: ­ [Radio]: tune into a station automatically (SEEK+/SEEK-). ­ [DAB+]: select a station (when [Seek By] is set to [A-Z])/search for a station (when [Seek By] is set to [Station Gp]). ­

OPTION Displays the OPTION screen (page 5).
VOICE Press and hold to activate the voice command function for Apple CarPlay and Android AutoTM. Status indication
Lights up when the sound is attenuated.
Lights up when AF (Alternative Frequencies) is available.
Lights up when the current traffic information (TA: Traffic Announcement) is available.
Lights up when a DAB announcement is available.
Indicates the signal strength status of the DAB radio.
Lights up when the Bluetooth® signal is on. Flashes when the connection is in progress.
Lights up when the audio device is playable by enabling the A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile).
Lights up when handsfree calling is available by enabling the HFP (Handsfree Profile).
Indicates the signal strength status of the connected mobile phone.
Indicates the remaining battery status of the connected mobile phone.

(source option) Opens the source option menu. The available items differ depending on the source.
Application specific area Displays playback controls/indications or show the unit’s status. Displayed items differ depending on the source.
Clock Displays the time which are set on the date/time setting.
(return to the playback screen) Switches from the HOME screen to the playback screen.
Sources and Settings select keys Changes the source or make various settings. Flick to select the setting icon and other icons. Touch the source icon you want to select.

Sound select keys Changes the sound.
(standby) Turns the unit in standby mode (USB charging is still available). To resume, press any buttons.
(monitor off) Turns off the monitor. When the monitor is turned off, touch any part of the display to turn it back on.
(EXTRA BASS) Changes the EXTRA BASS setting.
(EQ10/subwoofer) Changes the EQ10/subwoofer setting.

Performing Initial Settings
You need to perform initial settings before operating the unit for the first time, after replacing the car battery, or changing connections. If the initial settings screen does not appear when you turn on the unit, perform the factory reset (page 14) to initialize the unit.
1 Touch [Language], then set the display
language.
2 Touch [Set Date/Time], then set the date
and time.
3 Touch [Tuning Steps], then set the FM
tuning step.
4 To return to the previous display, touch ,
then touch [OK]. The startup caution appears.
5 Read through the startup caution, then if
you accept all conditions, touch [Close]. The setting is complete.
This setting can be further configured in the setting menu (page 14).

Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device
You can enjoy music or perform handsfree calling depending on the BLUETOOTH compatible device such as smartphones, mobile phones, and audio devices (hereafter “BLUETOOTH device” if not otherwise specified). For details on connecting, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the device. Before connecting the device, turn down the volume of this unit; otherwise, a loud sound may result.

Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device
When connecting a BLUETOOTH device for the first time, mutual registration (called “pairing”) is required. Pairing enables this unit and other devices to recognize each other.
1 Place the BLUETOOTH device within 1 m
(3 ft) of this unit.
2 Press HOME, then touch [Settings]. 3 Touch [Bluetooth]. 4 Touch [Bluetooth Connection], then touch
[ON]. The BLUETOOTH signal is turned on and lights up on the status bar of the unit.
5 Touch [Pairing].
flashes while the unit is in pairing standby mode.
6 Perform pairing on the BLUETOOTH device
so it detects this unit.
7 Select your model name shown in the
display of the BLUETOOTH device. Repeat from step 5 if your model name does not appear. If the connection confirmation display appears, operate the BLUETOOTH device to approve the connection, then touch [OK] on the unit and/or the BLUETOOTH device.
8 If passkey* input is required on the
BLUETOOTH device, input [0000].

• Passkey may be called “passcode,” “PIN code,” “PIN number,” “password,” etc., depending on the BLUETOOTH device.
  When pairing is made, stays lit.
  9 Select this unit on the BLUETOOTH device to
  establish the BLUETOOTH connection. or lights up when the connection is made.
  Notes · The unit can only be connected with one BLUETOOTH
  device at a time. · To disconnect the BLUETOOTH connection, turn the
  connection off from either the unit or the BLUETOOTH device. · BLUETOOTH pairing is not possible while Apple CarPlay or Android Auto is running.

Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device
To use a paired device, connection with this unit is required. Some paired devices will connect automatically.

Radio
Listening to the Radio
Tuning step setting is required (page 14). Press HOME, then touch [Radio]. Reception controls/indications

1 Press HOME, then touch [Settings]. 2 Touch [Bluetooth]. 3 Touch [Bluetooth Connection], then touch
[ON]. Make sure that lights up on the status bar of the unit.
4 Activate the BLUETOOTH function on the
BLUETOOTH device.
5 Operate the BLUETOOTH device to connect
to this unit. or lights up on the status bar.
To connect the last-connected device from this unit When the ignition is turned to on with the BLUETOOTH signal activated, this unit searches for the last-connected BLUETOOTH device, and connection is made automatically.
Note While streaming BLUETOOTH audio, you cannot connect from this unit to the mobile phone. Connect from the mobile phone to this unit instead.

Current band Change the band (FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1 or AM2).
Current frequency, program service name, RDS (Radio Data System) indication

• Only available during RDS reception.
  (radio option) Open the radio option menu.
  SEEK-/SEEK+ Tune in automatically.
  / Tune in manually. Touch and hold to continuously skip frequencies.
  Preset numbers Select a preset station. Swipe right/left to show the other preset stations. Touch and hold to store the current frequency in that preset.
  Tuning
  1 Select the desired band (FM1, FM2, FM3,
  AM1 or AM2).
  2 Perform tuning.
  To tune automatically Touch SEEK-/SEEK+. Scanning stops when the unit receives a station. To tune manually Touch and hold / to locate the approximate frequency, then touch / repeatedly to finely adjust to the desired frequency.

Storing manually
1 While receiving the station that you want to
store, touch and hold the desired preset number.
Receiving stored stations
1 Select the band, then touch the desired
preset number.

Using Radio Option Functions
The following functions are available by touching on the top-right of the screen.
BTM (Best Tuning Memory) Stores stations in order of frequency on the preset numbers. 18 stations for FM and 12 stations for AM can be stored as preset stations.
AF Selects [ON] to continuously retune the station to the strongest signal in a network. (Only available during FM reception.)
TA Selects [ON] to receive current traffic information or traffic programs (TP) if available. (Only available during FM reception.)
Regional Selects [ON] to stay with the station you are receiving while the AF function is set to on. If you leave this regional program’s reception area, select [OFF]. This function does not work in the UK and some other areas. (Only available during FM reception.)
PTY Selects a program type from the PTY list to search for a station broadcasting the selected program type. (Only available during FM reception.)
To receive emergency announcements With the AF or TA function on, emergency announcements will automatically interrupt the currently selected source.

Listening to the DAB/DAB+ Radio
To listen to the DAB/DAB+ radio, press HOME then touch [DAB+]. Tip When [DAB+] is selected for the first time after performing the factory reset, the auto tune starts automatically. Allow the auto tune to finish. (If interrupted, the auto tune will start again the next time you select [DAB+].) If no DAB station is stored by the auto tune, tune by touching [Auto Tune] of (list). Reception controls/indications
(list) Open the station list.
Current band Change the band (DAB1, DAB2 or DAB3).
Station group name, station name (DAB Options)
Open the DAB Options menu. SEEK­/SEEK+
Search for stations. /
Search for station groups. (Available only when [Seek By] is set to [Station Gp].) Preset numbers Select a preset station. Swipe right/left to show the other preset stations. Touch and hold to store the current station in that preset.

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Searching for station by station group
Before operation, set [Seek By] to [Station Gp] for searching by station groups (page 9).
1 Touch SEEK+/- to search for a station.
Scanning stops when the unit receives a station. Search until the desired station is received.
To search for a station group Touch and hold / to search for a station group and release when the desired station group is displayed.
Storing a station manually
1 While receiving the station that you want to
store, touch and hold the desired preset number.
Receiving stored stations
1 Touch the desired preset number.
Searching for station by station name
Before operation, set [Seek By] to [A-Z] for searching by station name (page 9).
1 Touch .
The station list appears.
2 Touch the desired station.
To search from playback screen Touch SEEK+/- to switch to the previous/next station.
To update the station list Touch , then touch [Auto Tune].

Information Displays the currently selected station group name, station name, PTY type of the station, etc.
Antenna Power Default Setting: [OFF] The equipped vehicle does not need the power supply.

Playback
Playing a USB Device
MSC (Mass Storage Class) type USB devices compliant with the USB standard can be used. e.g., a USB flash drive, digital media player Note For details on the supported file formats, see “Supported formats for USB playback” (page 17).
1 Turn down the volume on the unit. 2 Connect the USB device to the USB port. 3 Press HOME, then touch [USB].
Playback starts.
To remove the device Turn the unit off or turn the ignition switch to the ACC off position, then remove the USB device.
Playing a BLUETOOTH Device
You can play contents on a connected device that supports BLUETOOTH A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile).
1 Make a BLUETOOTH connection with the
audio device (page 7).
2 Press HOME, then touch [Bluetooth]. 3 Operate the audio device to start playback.
Notes · Depending on the audio device, information such as title,
track number/time, and playback status may not be displayed on this unit. · Even if the source is changed on this unit, playback of the audio device does not stop. · BLUETOOTH pairing is not possible while Apple CarPlay is running.
To match the volume level of the BLUETOOTH device to other sources You can reduce the volume level differences between this unit and the BLUETOOTH device: During playback, touch , then set [Input Level] between ­6 and +6.

Playing an A/V Device
1 Turn off the A/V device. 2 Turn down the volume on the unit. 3 Connect the A/V device to the A/V IN
terminal on the unit.
4 Press HOME, then touch [A/V IN]. 5 Turn on the A/V device.
Playback starts.
Searching and Playing Tracks
Repeat play and shuffle play 1 During playback, touch (repeat) or
(shuffle) repeatedly until the desired play mode appears. Playback in the selected play mode may take time to start. Available play modes differ depending on the selected sound source and connected device.
Searching for a file from the list screen 1 During USB playback, touch .
The list screen of the currently played item appears. When connecting the USB device to the USB port, touch (audio) or (video) to list up by file type.
2 Touch the desired item.
Playback starts.

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Other Settings During Playback
When playing back a video from an A/V device connected to the A/V IN terminal, or from a USB device connected to the USB port, further settings are available by touching (option). The available items differ depending on the source.
Picture EQ Adjusts the picture quality according to your taste: [Dynamic], [Standard], [Theater], [Custom]. (Available only when the parking brake is applied.)
Aspect Selects an aspect ratio for the screen of the unit. (Available only when the parking brake is applied.) Normal Displays a 4:3 picture in its original size, with side bars to fill the 16:9 screen. Zoom Displays a 16:9 picture that has been converted into 4:3 letter box format. Full Displays a 16:9 picture in its original size. Captions Enlarges the picture horizontally, while fitting captions in the screen.
Audio Input Level Adjusts the volume level differences between this unit and the connected device: -10 to +15. (Available only when the parking brake is applied.)
Note To prevent an accident, park your car in a safe place when adjusting the settings.

Handsfree Calling
Preparing a Mobile Phone
To use a mobile phone, connect it with this unit. For details, see “Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device” (page 6).
Note The handsfree calling functions are not available when the Apple CarPlay or Android Auto function is activated. In this case, use the handsfree calling functions of the application.
Receiving a Call
1 Touch when a call is received.
The phone call starts. Note The ringtone and talker’s voice are output from the front speakers. To select the speakers for handsfree calling, press HOME, then touch [Settings] and select [Phone Call Sound] in [Sound] (page 15). To reject/end a call Touch .
Making a Call
1 Press HOME, then touch [Phone]. 2 Touch one of the call icons on the
BLUETOOTH phone display.

(call history)* Select a contact from the call history list. The unit stores the last 20 calls.
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(redial) Make a call automatically to the last contact you made.
(contacts)* Select a contact from the name list/number list. To search for the desired contact in alphabetical order from the name list, touch .
(dialpad) Enter the phone number.
Favorites Select the stored contact. To store the contact, see “Adding phone numbers to Favorites” (page 12).

• The mobile phone needs to support PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile).
  3 Touch .
  The phone call starts.
  Adding phone numbers to Favorites
  You can store up to 6 contacts in the Favorites.
  1 On the phone screen, touch (contacts)
  and select a phone number you want to store in the Favorites. The confirmation display appears.
  2 Touch [Add to Favorites]. 3 Touch the desired preset in the Favorites to
  store the phone number. The contact is stored in the Favorites.

Available Operations During a Call

To adjust the ringtone volume Press VOL +/­ while receiving a call.

To adjust the talker’s voice volume Press VOL +/­ during a call.

To adjust the volume for the other party (Mic gain adjustment) During a handsfree call, touch , then set [MIC Gain] to [High], [Middle], or [Low].

To reduce echo and noise (Echo/noise canceler mode) During a call, touch , then set [Speech Quality] to [Mode 1] or [Mode 2].

To switch between handsfree mode and

handheld mode

During a call, touch

to switch the

phone call audio between the unit and mobile

phone.

Note Depending on the mobile phone, this operation may not be available.

To answer an incoming call automatically Touch , then set [Auto Answer] to [ON].

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Useful Functions
Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay lets you use your iPhone in the car in a way that allows you to stay focused on the road.
Notes on using Apple CarPlay · Check the Apple CarPlay website for supported
iOS versions. Update to the latest iOS version before use. · For details about Apple CarPlay, refer to the manual supplied with your iPhone, or visit the Apple CarPlay website. · Since the GPS on your iPhone is used, place your iPhone where it can easily receive a GPS signal. · Apple CarPlay may not be available in your country or region.
1 Connect your iPhone to the USB port.
To connect an iPhone, use a USB connection cable for iPhone (not supplied).
2 Press HOME, then touch the Apple CarPlay
icon. Your iPhone’s display appears on the display of the unit. Touch and control the applications.
Use of the Apple CarPlay logo means that a vehicle user interface meets Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this vehicle or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this product with iPhone may affect wireless performance.
Android AutoTM
Android Auto extends the Android platform into the car in a way that’s purpose-built for driving.
Notes on using Android Auto · Check the Android Auto website for supported OS
versions. Update to the latest OS version before use. · Your Android phone needs to support Android Auto. · Download the Android Auto app on Google Play. · For details about Android Auto, refer to the manual supplied with your Android phone, or visit the Android Auto website. · Since the GPS on your Android phone is used, place your Android phone where it can easily receive a GPS signal. · Android Auto may not be available in your country or region.

1 Connect your Android phone to the USB
port. To connect an Android phone, use an appropriate connection cable (not supplied).
2 Press HOME, then touch the Android Auto
icon. The Android Auto interface will be displayed fullscreen on the display of the unit. Touch and control the applications.
WebLinkTM
The “WebLink Host” app allows you to enjoy the “WebLink Apps” such as a video or music player on the connected iPhone/Android phone.
Notes on using WebLinkTM · Check the WebLinkTM website for supported OS
versions. Update to the latest OS version before use. · For details on compatible models, refer to the compatibility list on the following site: http://abaltatech.com/WL · Download the “WebLink Host” app available on Google Play for your Android phone, and available on the App Store for your iPhone. · A network connection may be required when configuring settings, such as during the initial connection setup. Make sure that a network connection is available on your iPhone/Android phone. · When using the Cast function, settings on your iPhone/Android phone may be required. · For details about the “WebLink Apps”, visit the website for the “WebLink Apps”. · The WebLinkTM function and/or a certain “WebLink Apps” may not be available in your country or region. · When using the Cast function and connecting the iPhone, the display direction is the same as the display of the iPhone.
1 Connect your iPhone/Android phone with
main unit via BLUETOOTH.
2 Connect your iPhone/Android phone to the
USB port. To connect an iPhone, use a USB connection cable for iPhone (not supplied). To connect an Android phone, use an appropriate connection cable (not supplied).
3 Press HOME, then touch the WebLinkTM icon.
The WebLinkTM display appears on the display of the unit. Touch and control the apps.
Tip You can switch the app between Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and WebLinkTM if these apps are installed on your iPhone/Android phone.

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Using Gesture Command

You can perform frequently-used operations by swiping your finger on the reception/playback display.
Note The gesture commands explained below are not available on the screens of Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and WebLinkTM.

Do this

To

Swipe left to right

Radio reception: seek forward stations. (The same as pressing and holding .)
Video/audio playback: skip forward a file/track. (The same as .)

Swipe right to left

Radio reception: seek backward stations. (The same as pressing and holding .)
Video/audio playback: skip backward a file/track. (The same as .)

Swipe upwards

Radio reception: receive stored stations (go forward).

Swipe downwards

Radio reception: receive stored stations (go backward).

Settings
Basic Setting Operation
You can set items in the following setup categories: General Settings (General), Sound Settings (Sound), Visual Settings (Visual), BLUETOOTH Settings (Bluetooth).
1 Press HOME, then touch [Settings]. 2 Touch one of the setup category.
The items that can be set differ depending on the source and settings.
3 Move the scrollbar up and down to select
the desired item.
To return to the previous display Touch .
To switch to the playback screen Touch .

General Settings (General)

Language

Selects the display language: [English],

[Español], [Français], [Deutsch], [Italiano], [Português], [], [ ], [ ], [

],

[

], [

], [Indonesia].

Date/Time Set Date/Time Sets the date and clock time: [Auto(DAB)], [Manual]. Date Format Selects the format: [DD-MM-YYYY], [MM-DDYYYY], [YYYY-MM-DD]. Time Format Selects the format: [12-hour], [24-hour].

Beep Activates the operation sound: [OFF], [ON].

Driving Position Selects the driving position to optimize usability of Apple CarPlay, Android Auto: [Left Side], [Right Side].

Tuning Steps Sets the FM tuning step of your country or region:[50kHz/9kHz], [100kHz/9kHz].

Factory Reset Initializes all the settings to the factory settings.

Firmware Version Updates and confirms the firmware version.

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Open Source Licenses Displays the software licenses.
Sound Settings (Sound)
EXTRA BASS Reinforces bass sound in synchronization with the volume level: [OFF], [1], [2].
EQ10/Subwoofer Selects an equalizer curve and adjusts the subwoofer level. (Available when any source is selected.) EQ10 Selects the equalizer curve: [OFF], [R&B], [Rock], [Pop], [Hip-Hop], [Dance], [EDM], [Jazz], [Soul], [Country], [Custom]. [Custom] adjusts the equalizer curve: -6 to +6. Subwoofer Adjusts the volume level of the subwoofer: [OFF], ­10 to +10.
Balance/Fader Adjusts the balance/fader level. Balance Adjusts the sound balance between the left and right speakers: [L15] to [R15]. Fader Adjusts the sound balance between the front and rear speakers: [Front 15] to [Rear 15].
Crossover Adjusts the cut-off frequency and subwoofer phase. High Pass Filter Selects the cut-off frequency of the front/rear speakers: [OFF], [50Hz], [60Hz], [80Hz], [100Hz], [120Hz]. Low Pass Filter Selects the cut-off frequency of the subwoofer: [OFF], [50Hz], [60Hz], [80Hz], [100Hz], [120Hz]. Subwoofer Phase Selects the subwoofer phase: [Normal], [Reverse].
DSO (Dynamic Stage Organizer) Enhances audio output: [OFF], [Low], [Middle], [High].

Volume Settings Adjusts the volume level of each source. Media Adjusts the volume of media: 0 to 50. Radio Announcements Adjusts the volume of radio announcements: 0 to 50. Phone Call Adjusts the volume of phone calls: 0 to 50. Ring Tone Adjusts the volume of the ring tone: 0 to 50. Voice Recognition Adjusts the volume of voice recognition: 0 to 50. Navigation Guidance Adjusts the volume of navigation guidance: 0 to 50.
Note When adjusting the volume settings, park your car in a safe place as it may be too loud to hear the surrounding sounds.
Phone Call Sound Selects the speakers for handsfree calling: [Front], [Rear], [All].
Guidance during Call Activates the notices of Apple CarPlay through navigation guidance or alert sounds during a phone call: [ON], [OFF]. (Not available when Android Auto is connected.)
Visual Settings (Visual)
Wallpaper Changes the wallpaper by touching the desired color. Setting a photo data as the wallpaper You can also set your favorite photo stored in a MSC (Mass Storage Class) type USB device as the wallpaper. After connecting the USB device to the USB port, [You can import a photo from a USB device] appears on the screen. Touch [Import] and select your favorite photo. (Available only when the photo data are JPEG files of 6 MB or less.)
Dimmer for Monitor & Illum. Dims the display and the button illumination: [OFF], [Auto], [ON]. ([Auto] is available only when the illumination control lead is connected and works when the head light is turned on.) adjusts the brightness level when the dimmer is activated: -5 to +5.
Illum. Level on Monitor OFF Dims the button illumination when the monitor is turned off: [OFF], [1], [2], [3], [4].
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Touch Screen Adjust Adjusts the touch screen calibration if the touching position does not correspond with the proper item.
BLUETOOTH Settings (Bluetooth)
Bluetooth Connection Activates the BLUETOOTH signal: [OFF], [ON], [Pairing] (enters into pairing standby mode).
Bluetooth Device Info Displays the information of the BLUETOOTH device connected to the unit. (Available only when [Bluetooth Connection] is set to [ON] and a BLUETOOTH device is connected to the unit.)
Bluetooth Reset Initializes all BLUETOOTH-related settings such as pairing information, call history, history of connected BLUETOOTH devices, etc.

Additional Information
Updating the Firmware
Note During the update, do not remove the USB device.
Precautions
· Power antenna (aerial) extends automatically. · When you transfer ownership or dispose of your
car with the unit installed, initialize all the settings to the factory settings by performing the factory reset (page 14). · Do not splash liquid onto the unit.
Notes on safety · Comply with your local traffic rules, laws, and
regulations. · While driving
­ Do not watch or operate the unit, as it may lead to distraction and cause an accident. Park your car in a safe place to watch or operate the unit.
­ Do not use the setup feature or any other function which could divert your attention from the road.
· While operating ­ Do not insert your hands, fingers, or foreign objects into the unit as it may cause injury or damage to the unit. ­ Keep small articles out of the reach of children. ­ Be sure to fasten seatbelts to avoid injury in the event of sudden movement of the car.
Preventing an accident Pictures appear only after you park the car and set the parking brake. If the car starts moving during video playback, the following caution is displayed and you cannot watch the video.
[Video blocked for your safety.] Do not operate the unit or watch the monitor while driving.

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Notes on LCD panel · Do not get the LCD panel wet or expose it to
liquids. This may cause a malfunction.
· Do not press down hard on the LCD panel as doing so can distort the picture or cause a malfunction (i.e., the picture may become unclear or the LCD panel may be damaged).
· Do not touch the panel with objects other than with your finger as it may damage or break the LCD panel.
· Clean the LCD panel with a dry soft cloth. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or antistatic spray.
· Do not use the unit outside the temperature range 0 ºC ­ 40 ºC (32 ºF ­ 104 ºF).
· If your car was parked in a cold or hot place, the picture may not be clear. However, the monitor is not damaged and the picture will become clear after the temperature in your car becomes normal.
· Some stationary blue, red, or green dots may appear on the monitor. These are called “bright spots” and can happen with any LCD. The LCD panel is precision-manufactured with more than 99.99% of its segments functional. However, it is possible that a small percentage (typically 0.01%) of the segments may not light up properly. This will not, however, interfere with your viewing.
Notes on the touch screen · This unit uses a resistive touch screen. Touch the
screen directly with your fingertip. · Multi-touch operation is not supported on this
unit. · Do not touch the screen with sharp objects such
as a needle, pen, or fingernail. Operation with a stylus is not supported on this unit. · Do not let any objects contact the touch screen. If the screen is touched by an object other than your fingertip, the unit may not respond correctly. · Since glass material is used for the screen, do not subject the unit to strong shock. If cracking or chipping occurs on the screen, do not touch the damaged part as it may cause injury. · Keep other electrical devices away from the touch screen. They may cause the touch screen to malfunction.

Supported formats for USB playback
WMA (.wma)12 Bit rate: 48 kbps ­ 192 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR))3 Sampling frequency4: 44.1 kHz
MP3 (.mp3)12 Bit rate: 48 kbps ­ 320 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR))3 Sampling frequency4: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
AAC (.m4a)12 Bit rate: 40 kbps ­ 320 kbps (Supports variable bit rate (VBR))3 Sampling frequency4: 8 kHz ­ 48 kHz Bit per sample (Quantization bit): 16 bits
FLAC (.flac)16 Sampling frequency4: 8 kHz ­ 48 kHz Bit per sample (Quantization bit): 16 bits
WAV (.wav)1 Sampling frequency4: 8 kHz ­ 48 kHz Bit per sample (Quantization bit): 16 bits, 24 bits
Xvid (.avi) Video codec: MPEG-4 Advanced Simple Profile Audio codec: MP3 (MPEG-1 Layer3) Bit rate: Max. 4 Mbps Frame rate: Max. 30 fps (30p/60i) Resolution: Max. 1280 × 7205
MPEG-4 (.mp4) Video codec: MPEG-4 Advanced Simple Profile, AVC Baseline Profile Audio codec: AAC Bit rate: Max. 4 Mbps Frame rate: Max. 30 fps (30p/60i) Resolution: Max. 1280 × 7205
WMV (.wmv, .avi)1 Video codec: WMV3, WVC1 Audio codec: MP3, WMA Bit rate: Max. 6 Mbps Frame rate: Max. 30 fps Resolution: Max. 720 × 4805
MKV (.mkv) Video codec: MPEG-4 Advanced Simple Profile, AVC Baseline Profile Audio codec: MP3, AAC Bit rate: Max. 5 Mbps Frame rate: Max. 30 fps Resolution: Max. 1280 × 7205
1 Copyright-protected files and multi-channel audio files cannot be played back.
2 DRM (Digital Rights Management) files cannot be played back.
3 Non-standard bit rates or non-guaranteed bit rates are included depending on the sampling frequency.
4 Sampling frequency may not correspond to all encoders. 5 These numbers indicate the maximum resolution of
playable video and do not indicate the player’s display resolution. The display resolution is 800 × 480. 6 Displaying the tag information is not supported.
Note Some files may not be played back even though their file formats are supported by the unit.

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About iPhone
· Compatible iPhone models: iPhone SE (2nd generation), iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XS, iPhone XR, iPhone X, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 7, iPhone SE, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6, iPhone 5s
· Use of the Made for Apple badge means that an accessory has been designed to connect specifically to the Apple product(s) identified in the badge, 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 an Apple product may affect wireless performance.
Notice on license
This product contains software that Sony uses under a licensing agreement with the owner of its copyright. We are obligated to announce the contents of the agreement to customers under requirement by the owner of copyright for the software. For details on software licenses, see page 15.

Specifications
Monitor section
Display type: Wide LCD color monitor Dimensions: 17.6 cm/ 6.95 in System: TFT active matrix Number of pixels:
1,152,000 pixels (800 × 3 (RGB) × 480)
Radio section
DAB/DAB+ Tuning range:
174.928 MHz ­ 239.200 MHz Antenna terminal:
External antenna connector
FM Tuning range:
87.5 MHz ­ 108.0 MHz (at 50 kHz step) 87.5 MHz ­ 108.0 MHz (at 100 kHz step) FM tuning step: 50 kHz/100 kHz switchable Usable sensitivity: 7 dBf Signal-to- noise ratio: 70 dB (mono) Separation at 1 kHz: 45 dB
AM Tuning range:
531 kHz ­ 1,602 kHz Sensitivity: 32 V
USB player section
Interface: USB port (Hi-speed) Maximum current: 1.5 A
A/V IN section
Color system: PAL/NTSC automatic select for A/V IN terminal
Wireless communication
Communication System: BLUETOOTH Standard version 3.0
Output: BLUETOOTH Standard Power Class 2 (Max. Conducted +1 dBm)
Maximum communication range1: 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 Profiles2:
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) 1.3 AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile) 1.3 HFP (Handsfree Profile) 1.6 PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile) 1.1 Corresponding codec: SBC, AAC

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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) performance, operating system, software application, etc.
2 BLUETOOTH standard profiles indicate the purpose of BLUETOOTH communication between devices.
Power amplifier section
Outputs: Speaker outputs Speaker impedance: 4 ­ 8 Maximum power output: 55 W × 4 (at 4 )
General
Power requirements: 12 V DC car battery (negative ground (earth))
Rated current consumption: 10 A Dimensions:
Approx. 178 mm × 100 mm × 139 mm (7 1/8 in × 4 in × 5 1/2 in) (w/h/d) Mounting dimensions: Approx. 182 mm × 111 mm × 120 mm (7 1/4 in × 4 3/8 in × 4 3/4 in) (w/h/d) Mass: Approx. 1.0 kg (2 lb 4 oz) Package contents: Main unit (1) Parts for installation and connections (1 set)
Ask the dealer for detailed information.
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Copyrights
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Group Corporation and its subsidiaries 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.
This 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, iPhone, and Lightning are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Apple CarPlay is a trademark of Apple Inc.
IOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and other countries and is used under license.
Android, Android Auto, Google and Google Play are trademarks of Google LLC.
WebLink is a registered trademark of Abalta Technologies,Inc. in the U.S. and a trademark in the other countries.
THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE MPEG-4 VISUAL PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NONCOMMERCIAL 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
THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NONCOMMERCIAL 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
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.
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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.
General
There is no beep sound. An optional power amplifier is connected and
you are not using the built-in amplifier.
The fuse has blown. The unit makes noise when the position of the ignition is switched. The leads are not matched correctly with the car’s
accessory power connector.
The display disappears from/does not appear on the monitor. The monitor off function is activated (page 6).
­ Touch anywhere on the display to turn the display back on.
Menu items cannot be selected. Unavailable menu items are displayed in gray.
The USB functions do not work properly. Do not use a USB extension cable as it may cause
deterioration of signal quality. ­ Use a shorter USB cable when connecting the
USB device, or replace the USB cable with a new one.
The unit cannot be operated. Restart the unit.
­ Press and hold HOME for more than 10 seconds to restart the unit.
­ For your safety, do not restart the unit while you are driving.
The clock set automatically is not accurate. The clock data on radio waves is not accurate.
­ Set the clock manually (page 14).

Touch screen operation
The touch screen does not react to your touch correctly. Touch one part of the touch screen at a time. If
two or more parts are touched simultaneously, the touch screen will not react correctly. Calibrate the touch screen of the display (page 16). Touch the pressure sensitive screen firmly.
Multi-touch is not recognized. Multi-touch operation is not supported on this
unit.
Radio reception
The radio reception is poor. Static noise occurs. Connect the antenna (aerial) firmly.
The stations cannot be received. The tuning step setting has been erased.
­ Set the tuning step again (page 14).
Tuning steps cannot be changed. Tuning steps can be changed only when the
source is turned off.
RDS
PTY displays [PTY not found.]. The current station is not an RDS station, or the
radio reception is poor.
Seek starts after a few seconds of listening. The station is non-TP or has a weak signal.
­ Deactivate TA.
There are no traffic announcements. Activate TA. The station does not broadcast any traffic
announcements despite being TP. ­ Tune into another station.
DAB/DAB+ Radio
Stations cannot be received. See [No Station] for details when the DAB signal
cannot be received.
No traffic announcements. Disable DAB announcements.
­ Traffic announcements (TA) are not available while DAB announcements are enabled.

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Picture
There is no picture/picture noise occurs. A connection has not been made correctly.
­ Check the connection between this unit and other equipment, and set the input selector of the equipment to the source corresponding to this unit.
Installation is not correct. ­ Install the unit at an angle of less than 30° in a sturdy part of the car.
The picture does not fit in the screen. The aspect ratio is fixed on the playback source.
Sound
There is no sound/sound skips/sound cracks. A connection has not been made correctly. Check the connection between this unit and the
connected equipment and set the input selector of the equipment to the source corresponding to this unit. Installation is not correct. ­ Install the unit at an angle of less than 30° in a
sturdy part of the car. The unit is in pause/reverse/fast-forward mode. The settings for the outputs are not made
correctly. The volume is too low. The attenuate function is activated. The format is not supported.
­ Check if the format is supported by this unit (page 17).
Sound is noisy. Keep cords and cables away from each other.
USB playback
Items cannot be played. Reconnect the USB device.
The USB device takes longer to play. The USB device contains large-sized files or files
with a complicated tree structure.
Audio files cannot be played. USB devices formatted with file systems other
than FAT12, FAT16, FAT32 or exFAT are unsupported.*

• This unit supports FAT12, FAT16, FAT32 and exFAT, but some USB device may not support all of these. For details, refer to the operating instructions of each USB device or contact the manufacturer.

The smartphone connected to the USB port cannot be played. The USB connection is only available for Android
phones and USB devices in MSC mode. When using a smartphone other than an Android
phone, make a BLUETOOTH connection (page 6).
BLUETOOTH function
The other BLUETOOTH device cannot detect this unit. Set [Bluetooth Connection] to [ON] (page 16). While connecting to a BLUETOOTH device, this
unit cannot be detected by another device. Terminate the current connection and search for this unit from the other device. Depending on your smartphone or mobile phone, you may need to delete this unit from the history of the connected smartphone or mobile phone then pair them again (page 6).
Connection is not possible. Check the pairing and connection procedures in
the manual of the other device, etc., and perform the operation again.
The name of the detected device does not appear. Depending on the status of the other device, it
may not be possible to obtain the name.
There is no ringtone. Raise the volume while receiving a call. The speakers are not connected to the unit.
­ Connect the speakers to the unit. To select the speakers for ringtone, press HOME, then touch [Settings] and select [Phone Call Sound] in [Sound] (page 15).
The talker’s voice volume is low. Raise the volume during a call.
The other party says that the volume is too low or high. Adjust the [MIC Gain] level (page 12).
Echo or noise occurs during call conversations. Reduce the volume. Set [Speech Quality] to [Mode 1] or [Mode 2].
(page 12). If ambient noise other than the phone call sound
is loud, try reducing this noise. ­ Shut the window if road noise is loud. ­ Lower the air conditioner if the air conditioner is
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The phone sound quality is poor. Phone sound quality depends on reception
conditions of the mobile phone. ­ Move your car to a place where you can
enhance the mobile phone’s signal if the reception is poor.
The volume of the connected BLUETOOTH device is low or high. Volume level will differ depending on the
BLUETOOTH device. ­ Reduce the volume level differences between
this unit and the BLUETOOTH device (page 10).
The sound skips during audio streaming or the BLUETOOTH connection fails. Reduce the distance between the unit and the
BLUETOOTH device. If the BLUETOOTH device is stored in a case which
interrupts the signal, remove the case while using the device. Several BLUETOOTH devices or other devices (e.g. ham radio devices) which emit radio waves are used nearby. ­ Turn off the other devices. ­ Increase the distance between the unit and
other devices. Playback sound stops momentarily when this
unit is connecting to a mobile phone. This is not a malfunction.
The connected BLUETOOTH device cannot be controlled during audio streaming. Check that the connected BLUETOOTH device
supports AVRCP.
Some functions do not work. Check that the connecting device supports the
functions in question.
A call is answered unintentionally. The connecting phone is set to start a call
automatically. [Auto Answer] of this unit is set to [ON] (page 12).
Pairing failed due to time out. Depending on the connecting device, the time
limit for pairing may be short. Try completing the pairing within the time.
Cannot pair. The unit may not be able to pair with a previously
paired BLUETOOTH device after initializing the unit if the pairing information of the unit is on the BLUETOOTH device. In this case, delete the pairing information of the unit from the BLUETOOTH device, and then pair them again.
The BLUETOOTH function cannot be operated. Turn the ignition off. Wait for a while, then turn
the ignition to the ACC position.

No sound is output from the car speakers during a handsfree call. If the sound is output from the mobile phone, set
the mobile phone to output the sound from the car speakers.
Apple CarPlay
The Apple CarPlay icon does not appear on the HOME screen. Your iPhone is not compatible with Apple
CarPlay. ­ Refer to the manual supplied with your iPhone,
or visit the Apple CarPlay website. Disconnect your iPhone from the USB port and
reconnect it again. Apple CarPlay may not be available in your
country or region. Make sure a certified Lightning cable is used to
connect your iPhone and the unit.
Android Auto
The Android Auto icon does not appear on the HOME screen. Check your Android phone and accept the
disclaimers and permission requests required to use Android Auto on your Android phone. There is no Android Auto application installed on your Android phone. ­ Download and install the Android Auto
application onto your Android phone. Your Android phone is not compatible with
Android Auto. ­ Your Android phone needs to support Android
Auto. Refer to the manual supplied with your Android phone, or visit the Android Auto website. Disconnect your Android phone from the USB port and reconnect it again. Android Auto may not be available in your country or region.
WebLinkTM
WebLinkTM cannot be used. Installing the “WebLink Host” app to your
iPhone/Android phone is required. ­ Check the following site, and install the
“WebLink Host” app. http://abaltatech.com/WL ­ Check your iPhone/Android phone and accept the disclaimers and permission to use WebLinkTM on your iPhone/Android phone. Disconnect your iPhone/Android phone from the USB port and reconnect it again. Restart your iPhone/Android phone. WebLinkTM may not be available in your country or region.

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There is no sound./The sound is low.
Your iPhone/Android phone is not connected to the unit via BLUETOOTH. ­ Make a BLUETOOTH connection.
The volume level of [Bluetooth] is low. ­ Adjust the volume level of [Bluetooth].

Messages
General
Cannot play this content. The currently selected content cannot be played
back, or skipped to the next one. ­ The content is not in a supported file format.
Check supported file formats (page 17).
Device no response The unit does not recognize the connected USB
device. ­ Reconnect the USB device. ­ Check that the USB device is supported by the
unit.
No Playable Data The USB device has no playable data.
­ Load music data/files into the USB device.
Overcurrent caution on USB. The USB device is overloaded.
­ Disconnect the USB device. ­ Indicates that the USB device is out of order, or
an unsupported device is connected.
USB device not supported The USB device is not supported on this unit.
USB hub not supported USB hubs are not supported on this unit.
BLUETOOTH
Bluetooth device is not found. The unit cannot detect a connectable
BLUETOOTH device. ­ Check the BLUETOOTH setting of the
connecting device. No device is in the list of registered BLUETOOTH
devices. ­ Perform pairing with a BLUETOOTH device
(page 6).
Handsfree device is not available. A mobile phone is not connected.
­ Connect a mobile phone (page 7).
WebLinkTM
Please install and start the WebLink Host app on your phone. For more information visit www.abaltatech.com/wl Visit www.abaltatech.com/wl, and check the
detail.

References

• WebLink - Seamless Smartphone Connectivity for Your Vehicle
• WebLink - Seamless Smartphone Connectivity for Your Vehicle

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