Table of Contents

Welcome !. 6 Copyrights. 7 Playable discs and symbols used in this manual. 8 Location and function of controls. 10 Main unit. 10 Card remote commander RM-X166. 12 Repeat and shuffle play. 29 Direct search play. 30 Enjoying karaoke. 31 Listing up tracks/images/video files LIST. 32 Selecting a track/image/video file. 32 Selecting a file type. 32 Viewing audio disc information. 32 Configuring playback settings for Super Audio CD. 33 Selecting a playback layer. 33 Selecting the sound quality. 34

Getting Started

Installing the unit and the optional monitor. 14 Resetting the unit. 14 Preparing the card remote commander. 14 Detaching the front panel. 15 Attaching the front panel. 15
Advanced Operations Radio
Storing and receiving stations. 34 Storing automatically BTM. 34 Storing manually. 34 Receiving stored stations. 35 RDS. 35 Overview. 35 Setting AF and TA. 35 Selecting PTY. 36 Setting CT. 36

Basic Operations

Playing video discs. 16 Playing audio discs. 18 Listening to the radio. 20
Advanced Operations Discs
Playing DivX/JPEG files. 21 DivX video playback.21 JPEG image playback. 21 Using PBC functions Playback control. 22 Using play mode menu. 22 Viewing time/text information of the disc. 24 Configuring audio settings. 24 Changing the audio language/format. 25 Checking the program format. 25 Adjusting the audio output level DVD level.26 Magnifying pictures. 26 Adjusting the picture quality Picture EQ. 27 Customizing the picture quality. 27 Locking discs Parental control. 28 Activating parental control. 28 Changing the area and its movie rating level. 28

Sound Adjustment

Adjusting the sound characteristics. 37 Customizing the equalizer curve EQ7 Tune. 37

Settings

Visual setup. 38 Basic operation of visual setup. 38 Language setup for display or soundtrack. 39 Display setup. 39 Custom setup. 40 Audio setup. 41 Resetting all settings. 41 System setup. 42 Basic operation of system setup. 42 Setting the clock. 45

Using Optional Equipment

Auxiliary equipment. 45 CD changer. 46 Rotary commander RM-X4S. 47
For installation and connections, see the supplied installation/connections manual.

Resetting the unit

Before operating the unit for the first time, or after replacing the car battery or changing the connections, you must reset the unit. Detach the front panel (page 15) and press the RESET button with a pointed object, such as a ball-point pen.
Installing the unit and the optional monitor
Firstly, install and connect the unit and the optional monitor. This unit can be operated using the displays that appear on the unit and/or the optional monitor. Note that this manual includes instructions concerning displays on both unit and/or optional monitor.

Unit Optional monitor

RESET button Note Pressing the RESET button will erase the clock setting and some stored contents.
Preparing the card remote commander
Before using the card remote commander for the first time, remove the insulation film.
For details, see the supplied installation/ connections manual.
Note Be sure to install the optional monitor safely, and in a place where it does not obstruct the drivers view.
Detaching the front panel

SOURCE OPEN

Attaching the front panel
Place the hole A of the front panel onto the spindle B on the unit, then lightly push the left side in. Press (SOURCE) on the main unit (or insert a disc) to operate the unit.
You can detach the front panel of this unit to prevent theft.

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 put anything on the inner surface of the front panel.
Press (OPEN) while the unit is off. The front panel is flipped down. Slide the front panel to the right, then gently pull out the left end of the front panel.
Notes Do not drop or put excessive pressure on the front panel and display window. 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.

Playing video discs

</M/m/, u

Note If the disc contains multiple file types, only the selected file type (audio/video/image) can be played. To play DivX video files or JPEG image files of such a disc, press (LIST/PTY) during playback, select the desired file type (video/image) to list up, then select the desired file (page 32).
rotate the image skip an image skip an album
Remote: </, (rotates every 90).m/M> Remote: M/m Main unit: (3) (ALBUM )/ (4) (ALBUM +)

skip albums continuously

Remote: and hold M/m Main unit: and hold (3) (ALBUM )/ (4) (ALBUM +)
Notes If a large-sized image is rotated, it may take longer to display. Progressive JPEG files cannot be displayed. Tip You can also select a file to play using a list (page 32).
Using PBC functions Playback control

Using play mode menu

</M/m/, ENTER ENTER O

ZXZ PL ZXZ PL

VISUAL SETUP O
The PBC menu assists your operation interactively while a PBC compatible VCD is played.
You can use the play mode menu on this unit to control playback or configure playback settings. To show the play mode menu, press (VISUAL SETUP) during playback. To hide, press (VISUAL SETUP) again.
Notes During audio disc playback, (VISUAL SETUP) is inactive. During JPEG playback, (VISUAL SETUP) is active only when an image is fully displayed. Tip If you press (VISUAL SETUP) while the playback is stopped, the visual setup menu (by the monitor) appears where you can configure various settings, such as display language, audio adjustment, etc. (page 38).
Start playing a PBC compatible VCD. The PBC menu appears. Press the number buttons to select the desired item, then press (ENTER). Follow the instructions in the menu for interactive operations.
To return to the previous display, press O.
Playing without the PBC function
During playback, press (OFF). Playback stops. Press the number buttons to select the desired item, then press (ENTER). Play without PBC. appears and playback starts. The PBC menu does not appear during playback.

E.g., when playing a DVD

12(67) 018(034) T 1:35:55 1:ENGLISH OFF 1:ENGLISH 2:FRENCH 3:SPANISH SUBTITLE Select :

B C D EF

PLAY DVDVIDEO
Notes The items on the menu, and operation procedures differ depending on the disc. During PBC playback, the track number, playback item, etc., do not appear in the play mode menu (page 22). Resume playback is unavailable during playback without PBC. Tip To resume PBC playback, stop playback by pressing (OFF), then press u.

During playback/reception, press (SOUND) repeatedly until the desired setting item appears on the main unit.
Press </, to adjust the level or select the desired option. After 3 seconds, the setting is complete and the display returns to normal play/reception mode.
To switch the frequency, press </,. To restore the factory-set equalizer curve, press and hold (ENTER).
Press (ENTER). The setting is complete and the display returns to normal play/reception mode.
Note EQ7 is not selectable in karaoke mode, or when SUPER AUDIO CD MODE in visual setup (page 41)/ SA-CD MOD in system setup (page 44) is set to HQ. Tip Other equalizer types are also adjustable. With the main unit Rotate the volume control dial instead of pressing M/ m, press the volume control dial instead of </, or (ENTER).
Various settings are configurable from the following two setup menus. Visual setup menu (page 38) Allows configuration of visual-related items (by the monitor). System setup menu (page 42) Allows configuration of system-related items (by the main unit).
E.g., when setting the aspect ratio to 4:3 PAN SCAN.
Press (VISUAL SETUP) while the unit is off. The visual setup menu appears.
LANGUAGE SETUP MENU : AUDIO : SUBTITLE : ENGLISH ENGLISH ENGLISH

Visual setup

The visual setup menu includes the following categories. LANGUAGE SETUP (page 39) Sets the menu, subtitle language, etc. DISPLAY SETUP (page 39) Adjusts the settings of the connected monitor. CUSTOM SETUP (page 40) Customizes the playback of discs. AUDIO SETUP (page 41) Adjusts the sound settings according to the disc. RESET (page 41) Resets all setting items.
Press M/m to select (DISPLAY SETUP), then press (ENTER). The display setup items appear.
DISPLAY SETUP MONITOR TYPE : WALLPAPER : 16:9 WALLPAPER 1
Press M/m to select MONITOR TYPE, then press (ENTER). The options appear.
DISPLAY SETUP MONITOR TYPE : WALLPAPER : 16:9 16:9 4:3 LETTER BOX 4:3 PAN SCAN
Basic operation of visual setup

VISUAL SETUP ENTER M/m

Press M/m to select 4:3 PAN SCAN, then press (ENTER). The setting is complete.
You can set items in the menu by the following procedure.
Language setup for display or soundtrack
Select (LANGUAGE SETUP), then select the desired item and option below, using M/m and (ENTER). For details on this procedure, see Basic operation of visual setup on page 38.

Item Purpose

MENU AUDIO SUBTITLE

To change the discs menu language. To change the soundtrack language. To change the subtitle language recorded on the disc.

Display setup

Select (DISPLAY SETUP), then select the desired item and option below, using M/m and (ENTER). For details on this procedure, see Basic operation of visual setup on page 38. z indicates the default setting.
Item Option 16:9 (z) Purpose
MONITOR TYPE Selects an aspect ratio suitable for the connected monitor.
To display the wide picture. Suitable when connecting to a wide-screen monitor or a monitor with a wide mode function.

4:3 LETTER BOX

To display a wide picture with bands on the upper and lower positions of the screen. Suitable when connecting to a 4:3 screen monitor.

4:3 PAN SCAN

To display a wide picture on the entire screen and automatically cut off the portions that do not fit.

WALLPAPER

WALLPAPER 1 (z), 2, 3
To select the design of wallpaper.
Note Depending on the disc, 4:3 LETTER BOX may be selected automatically instead of 4:3 PAN SCAN, and vice versa.

Custom setup

Select (CUSTOM SETUP), then select the desired item and option below, using M/m and (ENTER). For details on this procedure, see Basic operation of visual setup on page 38. Follow the page reference for details. z indicates the default setting.
Item Option OFF t (z) ON t PLAYER t PASSWORD t Purpose
PARENTAL CONTROL (page 28) *1 Sets the playback restrictions to not play inappropriate discs or scenes.
To deactivate parental control. To activate parental control. To set the restriction standard and its level. To set a new 4-digit password. To close the display.
DivX VOD Displays the registration code for this unit. For more information, visit the website below: http://www.divx.com/vod SLIDE SHOW TIME
5 sec. (z), 10 sec., To select the slide show interval. 20 sec., 40 sec., 60 sec. FIXED
To deactivate the slide show. To store the resume settings in memory for up to 5 discs. (The settings remain in memory even if you set to OFF.) To not store the resume settings in memory. Resume playback is available only for the current disc in the unit. To play originally recorded titles. To play edited play list. To switch the night time/day time use options automatically according to the dimmer setting in system setup (page 43). To show the day time use options. To show the night time use options.

MULTI-DISC RESUME *2

ON (z)
ORIGINAL (z) PLAY LIST PLAY (For DVD-R/DVD-R DL/DVD-RW PLAY LIST in VR mode only)
PICTURE EQ (page 27) Selects the setting option to show in the play mode menu.

AUTO (z)

LIGHT OFF LIGHT ON
*1 Excluding DVD-R/DVD-R DL/DVD-RW in VR mode. *2 DVD VIDEO only.
Note If parental control is applied, the resume playback will not work. In this case, playback starts from the beginning of the disc when it is inserted.

Audio setup

Select (AUDIO SETUP), then select the desired item and option below, using M/m and (ENTER). For details on this procedure, see Basic operation of visual setup on page 38. Follow the page reference for details. z indicates the default setting.

Item Option Purpose

HQ (z) SUPER AUDIO CD MODE (page 34) Selects the sound quality for Super STD Audio CD playback. 2CH (z) SUPER AUDIO CD LAYER (page 33) Selects the playback layer (area) of CD a Super Audio CD.
To have high sound quality. To have standard sound quality. To play 2-channel (stereo) area in the Super Audio CD layer. To play CD layer (if contained). To select the standard setting. To obtain the feeling of being at a live performance.
AUDIO DRC * Makes the sound clear when the volume is low. Only for a DVD conforming to Audio DRC (Dynamic Range Control).

STANDARD (z) WIDE RANGE

Resetting all settings
All settings (excluding parental control setting) in visual setup can be reset. Select (RESET), then YES using M/m and (ENTER). For details on this procedure, see Basic operation of visual setup on page 38.
Note Do not power off the unit while resetting, as it takes a few seconds to complete.

System setup

The system setup menu includes the following categories. SET: General settings (page 43) DSPL: Display settings (page 43) R/M: Receive mode settings (page 44) SOUND: Sound settings (page 44)
You can set items in the menu by the following procedure. E.g., when setting the demonstration
Press (SYSTEM SETUP) while the unit is off. The system setup item appears on the main unit. Press M/m to select DEMO, then press (ENTER). The option appears.
Basic operation of system setup
Press M/m to select ON or OFF, then (ENTER). The setting is complete.
With the main unit Use the volume control dial to select items/options and confirm.
Follow the page reference for details. z indicates the default setting.

SET (Setup)

Item Option Purpose Unit status
CLOCK ADJ (Clock Adjust) (page 45)
To activate the CT function. To deactivate the CT function. To activate the operation sound. To deactivate the operation sound. To use in the factory-set position. To use on the right side of the steering column. Any status.
CT (Clock Time) (page 35, 36) ON

OFF (z)

ON (z) OFF
RM (Rotary Commander) Changes the operative direction of the rotary commander controls.

NORM (z) REV

NO (z) A.OFF (Auto Off) To deactivate the Auto Off function. Shuts off automatically after a desired time when the unit is 30S, 30M, 60M To select the desired time. off.

DSPL (Display)

Item Option SA (z) ON OFF Purpose Unit status
M.DSPL (Motion Display) Selects the Motion Display mode.
To show moving patterns and spectrum analyzer. To show moving patterns. To deactivate the Motion Display. To activate the demonstration. Unit off. To deactivate the demonstration. To dim the display. To deactivate the dimmer. To scroll. To not scroll. During playback. Any status. During playback/ radio reception.

DEMO (Demonstration)

DIM (Dimmer) Changes the display brightness. A.SCRL (Auto Scroll) Scrolls long items automatically.

ON OFF (z) ON (z) OFF

continue to next page t

R/M (Receive mode)

Item Option ON OFF (z) Purpose Unit status

LOCAL (Local Seek Mode)

To only tune into stations with stronger signals. To tune normal reception. To hear stereo broadcast in monaural. To hear stereo broadcast in stereo. To stay with one regional program. To deactivate when leaving the programs reception area.

During radio reception.

MONO (Monaural Mode) Selects monaural reception mode to improve poor FM reception. REG (Regional) (page 36)

During FM reception.

BTM (Best Tuning Memory) (page 34)
Item Option OFF (z) 80HZ, 120HZ (6 ~ +18 dB) z: 0 Purpose Unit status
EQ7 TUNE (page 37) HPF (High Pass Filter) Selects the front/rear speaker cut-off frequency. AUX-LVL (AUX Level) (page 46) DVD-LVL (DVD Level) (page 26) DISC.LAYER (page 33) Selects the playback layer (area) of a Super Audio CD.
To not cut out the frequency. To select the frequency. To select the level. During AUX playback. During disc playback. During playback*/ radio reception.
(10 ~ +10 dB) To select the level. z: ADJST OFF 2CH (z)
To play 2-channel (stereo) area in the Super Audio CD layer. To play CD playback layer (if contained). To have high sound quality. To have standard sound quality. Unit off.
SA-CD MOD (page 34) Selects the sound quality for Super Audio CD playback.

HQ (z) STD

* Unavailable during karaoke mode or when SA-CD MOD is set to HQ.

Setting the clock

Auxiliary equipment
SYSTEM SETUP </M/m/, ENTER DSPL

+ side up

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 15) and clean the connectors with a cotton swab. Do not apply too much force. Otherwise, the connectors may be damaged.
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.

Back of the front panel

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.

Removing the unit

Remove the protection collar. 1 Detach the front panel (page 15). 2 Engage the release keys together with the protection collar.

WARNING

Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, or dispose of in fire.

Fuse replacement

When replacing the fuse, be sure to use one matching the amperage rating stated on the original fuse. If the fuse blows, check the power connection and replace the fuse. If the fuse blows again after replacement, there may be an internal malfunction. In such a case, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Orient the release keys as shown.
3 Pull out the release keys to remove the protection collar.

Fuse (10 A)

Remove the unit. 1 Insert both release keys simultaneously until they click.

Hook facing inwards.

Power amplifier section
Outputs: Speaker outputs (sure seal connectors) Speaker impedance: ohms Maximum power output: 52 W 4 (at 4 ohms)

General

Outputs: Video output terminal Rear audio output terminals Power antenna (aerial) relay control terminal Power amplifier control terminal Inputs: BUS audio input/AUX audio input terminals BUS control input terminal Remote controller input terminal Antenna (aerial) input terminal Parking break control terminal Microphone input terminal AUX input jack (stereo mini jack) Power requirements: 12 V DC car battery (negative ground (earth)) Dimensions: Approx. 181 mm (7 1/7 1/4 in) (w/h/d) Mounting dimensions: Approx. 181 mm (7 1/1/1/4 in) (w/h/d) Mass: Approx. 1.4 kg (3 lb 2 oz) Supplied accessories: Card remote commander: RM-X166 Parts for installation and connections (1 set) Optional accessories/equipment: Rotary commander: RM-X4S BUS cable (supplied with an RCA pin cord): RC-61 (1 m), RC-62 (2 m) CD changer (10 discs): CDX-757MX CD changer (6 discs): CDX-T70MX, CDX-T69 Source selector: XA-C40 AUX-IN selector: XA-300 Interface adaptor for iPod: XA-120IP
2 Pull the release keys to unseat the unit.

3 Slide the unit out of the mounting.

Specifications

System
Laser: Semiconductor laser Signal format system: PAL

DVD/CD Player section

Signal-to-noise ratio: 120 dB Frequency response: 10 20,000 Hz Wow and flutter: Below measurable limit Harmonic distortion: 0.01 %
Your dealer may not handle some of the above listed accessories. Please ask the dealer for detailed information.
US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories. MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are used under license.

Tuner section

Tuning range: 87.5 108.0 MHz Antenna (aerial) terminal: External antenna (aerial) connector Intermediate frequency: 10.7 MHz/450 kHz Usable sensitivity: 9 dBf Selectivity: 75 dB at 400 kHz Signal-to-noise ratio: 67 dB (stereo), 69 dB (mono) Harmonic distortion at 1 kHz: 0.5 % (stereo), 0.3 % (mono) Separation: 35 dB at 1 kHz Frequency response: 30 15,000 Hz
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.
Note This unit cannot be connected to a digital preamplifier or an equalizer which is Sony BUS system compatible. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Tuning range: MW: 531 1,602 kHz LW: kHz Antenna (aerial) terminal: External antenna (aerial) connector Intermediate frequency: 10.7 MHz/450 kHz Sensitivity: MW: 30 V, LW: 40 V
Card remote commander operation is not possible. Make sure the insulation film has been removed (page 14).
Halogenated flame retardants are not used in the certain printed wiring boards. Halogenated flame retardants are not used in cabinets. Packaging cushions are made from paper.

Picture

There is no picture/picture noise occurs. A connection has not been made correctly. Check the connection to the connected equipment, and set the input selector of the equipment to the source corresponding to this unit. Defective or dirty disc. Installation is not correct. t Install the unit at an angle of less than 45 in a sturdy part of the car. The monitor is connected to the AUDIO/VIDEO OUT, and the parking cord (light green) is not connected to the parking brake switch cord, or the parking brake is not applied. Picture does not fit in the screen. The aspect ratio is fixed on the DVD.

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. Depending on the connected monitor, the unit may take a few seconds to turn off after turning the ignition off. This is not a malfunction.
No power is being supplied to the unit. Check the connection. If everything is in order, check the fuse. If the unit is turned off and the display disappears, it cannot be operated with the remote commander. t Turn on the unit. The power antenna (aerial) does not extend. The power antenna (aerial) does not have a relay box. No beep sound. The beep sound is canceled (page 43). An optional power amplifier is connected and you are not using the built-in amplifier. The contents of the memory have been erased. The RESET button has been pressed. t Store again into the memory. The power supply lead or battery has been disconnected. The power supply lead is not connected properly. 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 cars accessory power connector. The display disappears from/does not appear in the display window. The dimmer is set DIM ON (page 43). The display disappears if you press and hold (OFF). t Press and hold (OFF) on the unit until the display appears. The connectors are dirty (page 50). The Auto Off function does not operate. The unit is turned on. The Auto Off function activates after turning off the unit. t Turn off the unit.
There is no sound/sound skips/sound cracks. A connection has not been made correctly. Check the connection to the connected equipment, and set the input selector of the equipment to the source corresponding to this unit. Defective or dirty disc. Installation is not correct. t Install the unit at an angle of less than 45 in a sturdy part of the car. The MP3 file sampling rate is not 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1, or 48 kHz. The WMA file sampling rate is not 32, 44.1, or 48 kHz. The MP3 file bit rate is not 8 to 384 kbps. The WMA file bit rate is not 32 to 384 kbps. The unit is in pause/reverse/fast-forward mode. The settings for the outputs are not made correctly. The DVD output level is too low (page 26). The volume is too low. The ATT function is activated. The position of the fader control FAD is not set for a 2-speaker system. The CD changer is incompatible with the disc (MP3/ WMA). t Play back with this unit. Unsupported format (such as DTS). t Check if the format is supported by this unit (page 8). Sound is noisy. Keep cords and cables away from each other. If an Super Audio CD is played and SUPER AUDIO CD MODE/ SA-CD MOD is set to HQ, instead set to STD (page 41, 44).

Disc operation

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 disc is not applicable. The DVD is not applicable due to the region code. The disc is not finalized (page 48). The disc format and file version are incompatible with this unit (page 8, 48). Press Z to remove the disc. MP3/WMA/JPEG/DivX files do not play back. Recording was not performed according to the ISO 9660 level 1 or level 2, the Joliet or Romeo in the expansion format (DATA CD), or the UDF Bridge format (DATA DVD) (page 48). The file extension is incorrect (page 49). Files are not stored in MP3/WMA/JPEG/DivX format. If the disc contains multiple file types, only the selected file type (audio/video/image) can be played. t Select the appropriate file type using the list (page 32). MP3/WMA/JPEG/DivX 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/Multi Border. a disc to which data can be added. The disc does not start playing from the beginning. Resume playback or multi-disc resume playback (page 40) has taken effect. Certain functions cannot be performed. Depending on the disc, you may not be able to perform operations such as stop, search, or repeat/shuffle play. For details, see the manual supplied with the disc. The soundtrack/subtitle language or angle cannot be changed. Use the DVD menu instead of the direct selection button on the card remote commander (page 17). Multilingual tracks, multilingual subtitles, or multiangles are not recorded on the DVD. The DVD prohibits changing. The display items do not scroll. For discs with very many characters, those may not scroll. A.SCRL is set to OFF. t Set A.SCRL ON (page 43). The operation buttons do not function. The disc will not eject. Press the RESET button (page 14). You forgot the password for parental control. Enter 5776 in the password input display to unlock (page 28).

Radio reception

The stations cannot be received. The sound is hampered by noises. Connect a power antenna (aerial) control lead (blue) or accessory power supply lead (red) to the power supply lead of a cars antenna (aerial) booster (only when your car has built-in FM/MW/LW antenna (aerial) in the rear/side glass). Check the connection of the car antenna (aerial). The auto antenna (aerial) will not go up. t Check the connection of the power antenna (aerial) control lead. Check the frequency. Preset tuning is not possible. Store the correct frequency in the memory. The broadcast signal is too weak. Automatic tuning is not possible. Setting of the local seek mode is not correct. t Tuning stops too frequently: Set LOCAL ON (page 44). t Tuning does not stop at a station: Set MONO ON (page 44). The broadcast signal is too weak. t Perform manual tuning. During FM reception, the ST indication flashes. Tune in the frequency accurately. The broadcast signal is too weak. t Set MONO ON (page 44). An FM program broadcast in stereo is heard in monaural. The unit is in monaural reception mode. t Set MONO OFF (page 44).

*1 If an error occurs during playback, the disc number does not appear in the display. *2 The disc number of the disc causing the error appears in the display.

On the monitor

Playback prohibited by region code. The DVD playback is prohibited due to the different region code. Cannot play this disc. The disc is incompatible with this unit. The disc is not finalized. No playable data. The disc does not contain playable data. Cannot read this disc. The unit cannot read the data due to some problem. The data is damaged or corrupted. Please press RESET. The unit cannot operate due to some problem. t Press the RESET button (page 14).
If these solutions do not help improve the situation, consult your nearest Sony dealer. If you take the unit to be repaired because of disc playback trouble, bring the disc that was used at the time the problem began.

Glossary

Album Section of a music piece or an image on a DATA CD/DVD containing MP3/WMA audio tracks or JPEG files. Chapter Subdivision of a title on a DVD. A title is composed of several chapters. DivX Digital video technology created by DivX, Inc. Videos encoded with DivX technology are among the highest quality with a relatively small file size. Dolby Digital Digital audio compression technology developed by Dolby Laboratories. This technology conforms to 5.1-channel surround sound. The rear channel is stereo and there is a discrete subwoofer channel in this format. Dolby Digital provides the same 5.1 discrete channels of high quality digital audio found in Dolby Digital cinema audio systems. Good channel separation is realized because all of the channel data are recorded discretely and little deterioration is realized because all channel data processing is digital. DVD A disc that contains up to 8 hours of moving pictures even though its diameter is the same as a CD. The data capacity of a single-layer and single-sided DVD is 4.7 GB (Giga Byte), which is 7 times that of a CD. The data capacity of a double-layer and single-sided DVD is 8.5 GB, a single-layer and double-sided DVD is 9.4 GB, and double-layer and double-sided DVD is 17 GB. The picture data uses the MPEG 2 format, one of the worldwide standards of digital compression technology. The picture data is compressed to about 1/40 (average) of its original size. The DVD also uses a variable rate coding technology that changes the data to be allocated according to the status of the picture. Audio information is recorded in a multichannel format, such as Dolby Digital, allowing you to enjoy a more real audio presence. Furthermore, various advanced functions such as the multi-angle, multilingual, and Parental Control functions are provided with the DVD. DVD-RW A DVD-RW is a recordable and rewritable disc that is the same size as a DVD VIDEO. The DVD-RW has two different modes: VR mode and video mode. DVD-RWs created in video mode have the same format as a DVD VIDEO, while discs created in VR (Video Recording) mode allow the contents to be programmed or edited.

3-276-508-E1 (1)

VIDEO OUT
Monitor* *1 Note for the antenna (aerial) connecting If your car antenna (aerial) is an ISO (International Organization for Standardization) type, use the supplied adaptor to connect it. First connect the car antenna (aerial) to the supplied adaptor, then connect it to the antenna (aerial) jack of the master unit. *2 RCA pin cord (not supplied) 3 Insert with the cord upwards. * *4 For details on connecting to the parking brake switch cord, see Connecting the parking brake cord () on the reverse side. *5 For details on connecting to the MIC input cord, see Connecting a microphone () on the reverse side. *6 If you connect an optional device to BUS CONTROL IN, AUX AUDIO IN is not available. *7 Auxiliary device such as hideaway navigation device, TV tuner box, etc.

Multi Disc Player

Installation/Connections

* not supplied

REAR AUDIO OUT
Supplied with XA-C40 Monitor (not supplied)
Source selector (not supplied) XA-C40
Supplied with the CD changer
BUS AUDIO IN / AUX AUDIO IN REAR AUDIO OUT
BUS AUDIO IN / AUX AUDIO IN*6

1 Purple 2 3

+ + Gray + White + Green
Speaker, Rear, Right Speaker, Rear, Right Speaker, Front, Right Speaker, Front, Right Speaker, Front, Left Speaker, Front, Left Speaker, Rear, Left Speaker, Rear, Left

REMOTE IN

BUS CONTROL IN VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT MIC IN*5

Monitor* Fuse (10 A)

BUS CONTROL IN
Negative polarity positions 2, 4, 6 and 8 have striped leads.
*1 from car antenna (aerial)
* not supplied from the cars speaker connector

MEX-DV1100

2007 Sony Corporation Printed in Thailand
BUS AUDIO IN / AUX AUDIO IN
Max. supply current 0.3 A AMP REM Blue/white striped from the cars power connector
Yellow Blue Red Black continuous power supply power antenna (aerial) control switched power supply ground (earth)

Source selector* XA-C40

PARKING BRAKE

Light green

BUS CONTROL IN VIDEO OUT
See Power connection diagram on the reverse side for details. Monitor*
Positions 1, 2, 3 and 6 do not have pins.
Caution Handle the bracket carefully to avoid injuring your ngers.

Cautions

Warning
If you have a power antenna (aerial) without a relay box, connecting this unit with the supplied power supply lead may damage the antenna (aerial).
Notes on the control and power supply leads The power antenna (aerial) control lead (blue) supplies +12 V DC when you turn on the tuner, or when you activate the AF (Alternative Frequency) or TA (Trafc Announcement) function. When your car has built-in FM/MW/LW antenna (aerial) in the rear/side glass, connect the power antenna (aerial) control lead (blue) or the accessory power supply lead (red) to the power terminal of the existing antenna (aerial) booster. For details, consult your dealer. A power antenna (aerial) without a relay box cannot be used with this unit. Memory hold connection When the yellow power input lead is connected, power will always be supplied to the memory circuit even when the ignition switch is turned off. Notes on speaker connection Before connecting the speakers, turn the unit off. Use speakers with an impedance of 4 to 8 ohms, and with adequate power handling capacities to avoid its damage. Do not connect the speaker terminals to the car chassis, or connect the terminals of the right speakers with those of the left speaker. Do not connect the ground (earth) lead of this unit to the negative () terminal of the speaker. Do not attempt to connect the speakers in parallel. Connect only passive speakers. Connecting active speakers (with built-in ampliers) to the speaker terminals may damage the unit. To avoid a malfunction, do not use the built-in speaker leads installed in your car if the unit shares a common negative () lead for the right and left speakers. Do not connect the units speaker leads to each other. Notes on connection If speaker and amplier are not connected correctly, FAILURE appears in the display. In this case, make sure the speaker and amplier are connected correctly. If you are to use the monitor for the rear seats, connect the parking brake switch cord to the ground (earth).

This unit is designed for negative ground (earth) 12 V DC operation only. Do not get the leads under a screw, or caught in moving parts (e.g. seat railing). Before making connections, turn the car ignition off to avoid short circuits. Connect the power supply lead to the unit and speakers before connecting it to the auxiliary power connector. Run all ground (earth) leads to a common ground (earth) point. Be sure to insulate any loose unconnected leads with electrical tape for safety. Notes on the power supply lead (yellow) When connecting this unit in combination with other stereo components, the connected car circuits rating must be higher than the sum of each components fuse. When no car circuits are rated high enough, connect the unit directly to the battery.

Power amplier

Note Before installing, make sure that the catches on both sides of the bracket are bent inwards 2 mm. If the catches are straight or bent outwards, the unit will not be installed securely and may spring out.
Equipment used in illustrations (not supplied)

Connection example

Notes (-A) Be sure to connect the ground (earth) lead before connecting the amplier. The alarm will only sound if the built-in amplier is used. Tip (-B- ) For connecting two or more CD changers, the source selector XA-C40 (not supplied) is necessary.

Front speaker

Parts list
The numbers in the list are keyed to those in the instructions. The bracket and the protection collar are attached to the unit before shipping. Before mounting the unit, use the release keys to remove the bracket and the protection collar from the unit. For details, see Removing the protection collar and the bracket () on the reverse side of the sheet. Keep the release keys for future use as they are also necessary if you remove the unit from your car.

Connection diagram

To AMP REMOTE IN of an optional power amplier To the parking brake switch cord To the microphone (not supplied)
This connection is only for ampliers. Connecting any other system may damage the unit.

Rear speaker

CD changer

Rotary commander RM-X4S

Precautions
Choose the installation location carefully so that the unit will not interfere with normal driving operations. Avoid installing the unit in areas subject to dust, dirt, excessive vibration, or high temperature, such as in direct sunlight or near heater ducts. Use only the supplied mounting hardware for a safe and secure installation.

Power connection diagram

Auxiliary power connector may vary depending on the car. Check your cars auxiliary power connector diagram to make sure the connections match correctly. There are three basic types (illustrated below). You may need to switch the positions of the red and yellow leads in the car stereos power supply lead. After matching the connections and switched power supply leads correctly, connect the unit to the cars power supply. If you have any questions and problems connecting your unit that are not covered in this manual, please consult the car dealer.

Foot brake type

Hand brake type
Mounting angle adjustment
Adjust the mounting angle to less than 45.
Parking brake switch cord Parking brake switch cord
Connecting the parking brake cord
Be sure to connect the parking cord (Light green) of to the parking brake switch cord. The mounting position of the parking brake switch cord depends on your car. Consult your car dealer or your nearest Sony dealer for further details.

Connecting a microphone

Notes Whether in use or not, route the MIC input cord such that it does not interfere with driving. Secure with a cord clamp, etc., if the cords are installed around your feet. The Karaoke function is unavailable while driving.
Orient the release key correctly.

Face the hook inwards.

Removing the protection collar and the bracket
Before installing the unit, remove the protection collar and the bracket from the unit. 1 Remove the protection collar.
Auxiliary power connector

Remove the bracket.

Engage the release keys together with the protection collar. Pull out the release keys to remove the protection collar.
Insert both release keys together between the unit and the bracket until they click. Pull down the bracket , then pull up the unit to separate.

Mounting example

Installation in the dashboard
Notes Bend these claws outward for a tight t, if necessary (-2). Make sure that the 4 catches on the protection collar are properly engaged in the slots of the unit (-3).

Yellow

How to detach and attach the front panel

Dashboard Fire wall

Before installing the unit, detach the front panel.

-A To detach

Before detaching the front panel, be sure to press. Press , then slide the front panel to the right, and gently pull out the left end of the front panel.

continuous power supply

switched power supply

-B To attach

Place the hole of the front panel onto the spindle on the unit, then lightly push the left side in.

182 mm

Warning if your cars ignition has no ACC position
Be sure to set the Auto Off function. For details, see the supplied Operating Instructions. 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.

RESET button

When the installation and connections are completed, be sure to press the RESET button with a ball-point pen, etc., after detaching the front panel.
4 Yellow switched power supply 7 Red continuous power supply

A B 1 2

the car without ACC position