Autumn 2006

Xplod & nav-u Line-up 2007
www.sony.co.uk / www.sony.ie
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Table of contents

03 avigation Systems N 06Head Units 12Speakers 14 ubwoofers, S Amplifiers & Custom Fit Speakers 16Glossary
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Navigation Systems Your guide-on-the-go just learnt some new things
We believe that technology exists to make your life easier. There are things we noticed that take our time or stress us out when driving our cars, so rather than make a simple navigation unit, we developed a driving partner. The new nav-u personal navigation line-up is designed with this in mind. With continuous, unbroken route guidance, even in areas where there is no GPS reception, hands-free calling for your mobile telephone, and one touch gesture command among the new benefits, we found the ultimate driving team, nav-u and YOU.
Position plus - extra accurate positioning
New NV-U81T from Sony has a highly advanced 3 sensor positioning system to ensure you never veer from your route, even when you lose GPS signal. The 3sensor positioning system uses not only high precision GPS, but also speed and pressure sensors to make sure that you can stay on your route even if you drive through a tunnel or deep forest.

Forest

Highway

Buildings

Tunnel
Bluetooth hands-free calling
Control your Bluetooth enabled mobile phone directly from your nav-u device with hands-free calling functionality. You can pick-up, make and end calls through the screen of your nav-u, plus you can chat away for as long as you want without ever losing sight of your route guidance.
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Wide screen perfection with Bluetooth hands-free calling

NV-U81T

Wide screen 4.3 display igh Accuracy Hybrid positioning H system Position Plus Sirf III Bluetooth hands-free calling Memory Stick slot Dynamic route information Gesture command raffic Message Channel (TMC) and T dynamic rerouting included Voice guidance 3D landmark view 3D and 2D map views Pan-European map coverage 4GB Hard disk memory ew suction cup and cradle for on N dash or on windscreen installation

NV-U80

GPS Auto dimmer Super suction cup Traffic information Pre loaded map data
Features as NV-U81T* 512MB internal memory egional map coverage R pre-installed re-installed map coverage P as for NV-U51 an-European map disk P included Memory Stick slot *TMC is optional with NVA-CP3T TMC cradle

Wide screen

Dynamic route information

Touch screen

Hands-free

High brightness

Li-ion battery
4.3 wide display - Navigation has never been so easy to understand and operate
The large display enables large icons, large maps, large keyboards and a much richer information. It is also much safer and more comfortable to use while driving.

Easy icon-based GUI

Large keyboard

3D map guidance

Gesture command (shape control)
Want to learn sign language? The new nav-u range from Sony is already learning. We noticed that there are some nav-u functions you use more than others, so we decided to make them as hassle-free as we could. With the new gesture command tool, all you have to do is draw the shape of your required command on the screen of nav-u, and itll know what you want.
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NV-U71T

Sirf III accurate GPS positioning Gesture command MC and dynamic re-routing included T .5 High brightness anti-glare screen 3 Voice guidance 3D landmark view 3D and 2D map views Pan-European map coverage 2GB internal memory ew suction cup and cradle for N on-dash or on windscreen installation

NV-U51

irf III accurate GPS positioning S Gesture command TMC ready .5 High brightness anti-glare screen 3 Voice guidance 3D landmark view 3D and 2D map views Regional map coverage 512MB internal memory ew suction cup and cradle for N on-dash or on windscreen installation
With over 1 million POIs to choose from, you can be sure that you are never stuck for a restaurant, hotel or something to do in a new city again. Browse through our pre-set POIs or download some new ones to personalise your product with the points that interest you!

Optional Accessories NVA-CP3T NVA-CU4T XA-49FM VCA-41 NVC-SU1 NVC-SU2 Memory Stick Accessory Description TMC cradle TMC cradle Permanent installation kit External antenna Protective carry case Protective carry case Memory Stick
TMC - Traffic message channel with dynamic re-routing allows you to avoid any traffic problem before you get to it. Because its real time information, you will be up to date with the road situation within 3 seconds of the occurance of a traffic problem. Then nav-u can quickly recalculate your route and make sure you stay out of the jam*.
NV-U81T NV-U80 (w NVA-CP3T) NV-U71T NV-U51T (w NVA-CU4T) -
* iTMC (UK) and v-trafic (FR) are optional services. The purchase of an activation code is required.

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Call or playback music while driving
The new MEX-BT5000 not only offers hands-free talking but also wireless music streaming from a mobile phone or portable audio device.
BluetoothTM audio streaming
Sony is first to introduce BluetoothTM streaming for car audio. This function enables you to listen to the music contained on your mobile phone or personal audio device with a wireless connection*. You can also control this musical content from your car audio head unit.
*Please check whether your BluetoothTM mobile phone or personal audio device supports A2DP advanced audio distribution profile. There is a list of supported devices available at: http://support.sonyeurope.com

Wireless hands-free kit

Control and operate your mobile phone wireless from your car audio system. Theres no need to touch your phone while driving, you can even leave it in your pocket. Enjoy talking with the clear sound from your car speaker system, a built in microphone on the head unit picks up your voice. And if your BluetoothTM mobile phone supports audio streaming you can also listen and control the music stored on your mobile phone.

MEX-BT5000

ands-free talking with your mobile H phone in the car (supported incoming / outgoing call) ddress book transfer from your mobile A phone ront panel with a built-in microphone F usic streaming from your mobile M phone or portable audio device igh sound quality with advanced audio H distribution profile Basic playback control from car audio Advanced CD chassis DRIVE-S HX x 52W S-MOSFET power 4 output MP3/WMA//Atrac CD playback 4bit D/A converter 2 Gradation 3D full motion FL 8 display DS R BE MP high definition sound B for CD upplied IR card remote with S key pad

RM-X302 Remote supplied

USB Input
The ultimate way to bring music into your car audio. Sony CDX-GT410U features a USB input. You just have to plug in your USB stick or personal audio player packed withMP3 files to enjoy your music on the road wherever you go. You will control everything from your head unitthat will display all song information.
Front Aux. Input for MP3 players
The front auxiliary input provides an easy solution for enjoying music stored on your WALKMAN and other portable devices. All you have to do is pop in a single plug and clear in-car audio is yours to share.

iPod adapter

Want to enjoy your iPod everywhere? Use the specially developed iPod adapter to access all your tunes on your car audio system. You can control and browse through your iPod music collection from the head units, all displayed on the screen (track, album and artist information). Your car audio will refill the iPod battery while you listen to your favourite music.
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Head Units

New GT series CDX-GT410U
DRIVE-S x 50W S-MOSFET power 4 output MP3/WMA playback 24bit D/A converter EQ3 stageII Front USB-in Front Aux-in reen/Amber changeable G Illumination

not included

RM-X151 Remote supplied
Auto changer control ear / Sub switchable output R RDS Remote control supplied Detachable front panel AAC/AtracCD

CDX-GT310

DRIVE-S 4 x 50W S-MOSFET power output MP3/WMA playback 24bit D/A converter EQ3 stageII Front Aux-in FL display RDS Detachable front panel

CDX-GT210/GT212

DRIVE-S 4 x 45W S-MOSFET power output MP3/WMA playback 24bit D/A converter Front Aux-in RDS Detachable front panel

CDX-GT111

DRIVE-S 4 x 45W S-MOSFET power output 24bit D/A converter Front Aux-in RDS Detachable front panel
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Discover GIGA PANEL

Nothing beats the feeling of powering away with the engine purring and your perfect music waiting in the dash. So dont let fiddly flash card transfers spoil your fun! With our exquisite MEX-1GP GIGA PANEL head unit, your MP3s can be loaded and ready to play - thanks to 1GB of flash memory thats built-in to the panel itself.
Just drag and drop your music to your car stereo
This is now possible with the new drag-and-drop GIGA PANEL on our MEX-1GP! Just take the detachable panel home with you, plug it into your PCs USB port and fill her up. With 1GB of flash memory built-in, a single session can store enough music to satisfy most journeys.

MEX-1GP

RIVE-S x 52W S-MOSFET power output D 4 GB Flash memory integrated in front panel 1
(Actual available memory is approx 967MB (1,013,972,992bytes))
P3/WMA/Atrac CD playback M 4bit D/A converter 2 BE MP High definition sound B (CD playback only) Q3 / DSO II (Digital sound stage organiser) E re-out front + rear/sub switchable P WALKMAN / MP3 player control through your head unit utoChanger Control A DS emote control supplied R R
Sony Optical Pick-Up is a low-mass laser that reads data from a CD. It converts signals to music with higher accuracy and low power consumption.
The best just got even better
Sony Drive-S HX now signal audio to ears. takes the story even further
The Shock Damper absorbs the shock of bumps and jolts to the car, protecting the sound of the CD for uninterrupted listening pleasure.

enhanced and

stabilisation finetuned most

capacitors

The engine behind great sound
Drive-S is the ground-breaking Sony chassis that extends the CD drives performance and durability. Behind this uncompromising sound engine lies: high-performance optical pick-up for faster, A more precise disc reading n Xplod 100 dB+ signal-to-noise ratio for highA quality power amplification nhanced S-MOSFET signal stabilisation E hock Damper that absorbs the jolts, protecting S the sound on bumpy roads Xplod 100 dB+ is key to the performance of Drive-S with a signal-to-noise ratio of more than 100 dB for high-quality power amplification. S-MOSFET is an advanced MOSFET technology that uses an innovative insulation layer to control the signal stream. That means less cross-talk, undisturbed sound amplification and better sound clarity.
cater for those with the demanding The clarity of the sound is mindblowing.
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Still on the road CDX-GT700D
DRIVE-S HX x 52W S-MOSFET power 4 output Flipdown front panel Gradation full motion FL 8 display MP3/WMA/Atrac CD playback ALKMAN / MP3 player W control through your head unit -DSP (new digital sound X processor with time alignment) 24bit D/A converter BE MP High definition sound B HDEQ D DSO (3 dimensional 3 dynamic sound stage organiser) V Preout (2xpre-out + 4 1xsub-out) Auxiliary lite input Spectrum analyser AutoChanger control RDS Remote control supplied Joystick RM-X4S ready

RM-X154 Remote supplied

CDX-GT500
DRIVE-S HX x 52W S-MOSFET power 4 output Flipdown front panel Gradation full motion FL 8 display P3/WMA/Atrac CD playback M ALKMAN / MP3 player W control through your head unit 24bit D/A converter BBE MP High definition sound EQ3 SO (digital sound stage D organiser) Preout (2xpre-out + 3 1xsub-out) Spectrum analyser AutoChanger control RDS Remote control supplied Joystick RM-X4S ready

CDX-GT300

AutoChanger control ALKMAN /MP3 player W control through your head unit BBE High definition sound DRIVE-S RDS x 50W S-MOSFET power 4 re-out front + rear/ sub P output switchable MP3/WMA/Atrac CD playback Detachable front panel Flipdown front panel 24bit D/A converter Front Aux-in

CDX-GT200

RM-X114 Remote optional
DRIVE-S x 50W S-MOSFET power 4 output P3/WMA/Atrac CD M playback 24bit D/A converter
Front Aux-in RDS Pre-out rear sub switchable Detachable front panel
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Bring your MP3s to life

BBE MP restores the essential harmonics lost during the compression process when creating MP3s and other digitally compressed audio. This advanced technology ensures a warm, CD quality sound.
Original Without BBE MP With BBE MP
True to the original source
The 24-bit digital-to-analogue converter (DAC) increases the precision of digital-analogue conversion. The result is improved quality sound thats true to the original recording.

Uncompromising control

Thanks to audio adapter and auxiliary-in options, you can now control your WALKMAN from the head unit as you drive - and see all track, album and artist information on the display too. www.connects2.com
Accurate digital-to-analogue conversion with the new Sony 24-bit hybrid DAC.
Motion blade series CDX-RA650
Motorized front panel function
Q3 / DSO II (digital sound stage E organiser) Preout (2xpre-out + 1xsub-out) 3 Auxiliary lite input AutoChanger control RDS Remote control supplied Joystick RM-X4S ready DRIVE-S HX 4 x 52W S-MOSFET power output Motorised motion blade-plus 8 Gradation full motion FL display MP3/WMA/Atrac CD playback WALKMAN / MP3 player control through your head unit 24bit D/A converter BBE MP High definition sound

CDX-RA550

ront+Rear / Sub switchable output F uxiliary lite input A AutoChanger control RDS Remote control supplied Joystick RM-X4S ready
DRIVE-S 4 x 50W S-MOSFET power output Motorised motion blade-plus MP3/WMA/Atrac CD playback WALKMAN / MP3 player control through your head unit 24bit D/A converter BBE MP High definition sound EQ3 / DSO II (digital sound stage organiser)

MEX-R1

DRIVE-S HX x 52W S-MOSFET power output 4 Motion blade-plus VD(+R/+RW) / DVD(-R/-RW) D playback MP3/WMA/Atrac CD playback ALKMAN / MP3 player control W through your head unit
24bit Burr-Brown D/A converter Dolby Digital / DTS 2.0 BBE MP High definition sound Q7 / DSO (digital sound stage E organiser) ront+Rear/sub switchable output F AutoChanger control DS R remote control supplied Joystick RM-X4S ready

RM-X703 Remote supplied

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Zone x Zone
Dual-zone operation is an ingenious solution that at last makes everyone happy. Rear seat passengers can enjoy a DVD, controlled via our MEX head units, while you listen to the audio of your choice up front.

XVM-H65

This 6.5 widescreen TFT headrest monitor will add glamour to any car with rear seats. Enjoy high-resolution pictures and a great stage for a connected DVD player or PS one PlayStation!

XVM-F65

.5 TFT matrix display 6 6:9 format / 280.800 DOT resolution 1 Detachable screen Infrared remote commander 2-channel infrared headphone control 2 AV in / 1 AV out Front / rear seat mounting 194 x 101 x 27.1mm

XVM-R70

A flip-down 7 ceiling monitor that opens, swivels and tilts at the press of a button to give you an optimum view. Simply connect it to your DVD player or digital camcorder.

MV-02HP

These cordless, 2-way infrared headphones are the ultimate in mobile audio convenience. They enable two people to listen to different movies on separate monitors (XVM-F65) at the same time in superb quality.
In-car Digital TV on the move
For the first time, thanks to Digital Video Broadcasting, you can enjoy your favourite TV programmes inside your car even when driving - and in exceptional quality. All you need to receive broadcasts is an in-car digital tuner like our XT-DTV1.
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Move your sound up a gear

Prepare yourself for a luxurious fast-lane audio experience. Developed specifically for discerning ears, Sony speakers employ first-class materials - polypropylene (or HOP) for the woofers and neodynium (or Piezo) for the tweeter magnets - to deliver superior sound.

100% Flat

Thanks to advanced neodynium magnets, Sony F series speakers can reproduce richer, more accurate sound with no tweeter protrusion. They are 100% flat, sound is preserved - and they are a cinch to install.
Conventional ferrite magnets Extrusion at max. input power

No protrusion

Neodymium magnet
HOP supports clean, mean bass
Key to a clean, mean superior sound reproduction is the speed with which the cone moves in response to the electrical signal. Conventional woofer cones feature a loose molecular structure. Sony diaphragms, however, use High Oriented Polyolefin (HOP) as the material of choice. HOP combines high strength with low mass resulting in instant response and optimum sound quality.

Conventional

HT series
Sony took the European musical ear specifically into account when developing this high end speaker range. Vibrations around the woofer have also been drastically reduced to achieve provides deep, distortion-free even in bass. And its butyl rubber edge durability extreme climatic conditions. Let the HT series set the tone for the journeys ahead.

165 64

XS-HT170CN
17 cm, 2-way coaxial speakers ax. power 220W / rated power 60W M HOP woofer

XS-HT130CN

13 cm, 2-way coaxial speakers Max. power 180W / rated power 50W HOP woofer

XS-HT170SN

17 cm, 2-way separate speakers Max. power 240W / rated power 60W Vacuum polypropylene woofer External 12 dB / oct HP / LP cross over network

166 63.2

XS-HT130SN
13 cm, 2-way separate speakers ax. power 200W / rated power 50W M Vacuum polypropylene woofer xternal 12 dB / oct HP / LP cross over E network
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Speakers

F series
Developed specifically for European ears, new F series speakers employ first class material with HOP and Neodynium, as well as the new HDLD technology to restitute a superior sound. And the totally flat tweeter system in round shape models also makes for much easier installation.

6x9 F series

HDLD High Density Layered Diaphragm
HDLD is a new super film made up of hundreds of micro-thin layers. It covers the diaphragm of the tweeter, giving it a higher

XS-F6935

6x9, 3-way coaxial speakers Max power 300W / rated power 60W HOP woofer High density layered diaphragm tweeter 168

XS-F6925

6x9, 2-way coaxial speakers ax power 280W / M rated power 60W HOP woofer igh density layered H diaphragm tweeter 168
strength and lower Q perfect for delivering true original sound quality and amazing acoustics. HDLD is featured
in all Sony F series products.

3 ways round F series

XS-F1735
17 cm, 3-way coaxial speakers Max. power 200W / rated power 40W HOP woofer Zero protrusion

165 45

XS-F1335
13 cm, 3-way coaxial speakers Max. power 160W / rated power 40W HOP woofer Zero protrusion

130 45

XS-F1035
10 cm, 3-way coaxial speakers Max. power 140W / rated power 30W HOP woofer Zero protrusion

103 43

2 ways round F series

XS-F1725

17 cm, 2-way coaxial speakers Max. power 190W / rated power 40W HOP woofer Zero protrusion

XS-F1325

13 cm, 2-way coaxial speakers Max. power 150W / rated power 35W HOP woofer Zero protrusion

XS-F1025

10 cm, 2-way coaxial speakers Max. power 130W / rated power 30W HOP woofer Zero protrusion
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P5 Turbo Subwoofers

To give your bass an extra boost, Sony has designed powerful pentagonal subwoofers packed with revolutionary technology. Take a closer look
1 urable rubber surround with stroke stabiliser D T o reduce sound distortion, our P5 subwoofers feature new variable thickness surrounds. The thick surround supports linear strokes - while its thin counterpart controls subtle detailed movements. 2 riple-layered spider with lead wires T P 5 subwoofers employ a triple-layered spider to ensure precisely centred voice coil - and smoother, undistorted audio. With the embedded lead wires, the new P5 Turbo provides better shock absorption even under the heaviest, most demanding output. 3 Pentagonal injected polypropylene cone D esigned to resist flexing under intense and heavy base, the new injected polypropylene diaphragms in our P5 Turbo subwoofers ensure maximum output of the lowest frequencies with minimum distortion. 4 4-layer HT voice coil O ur P5 Turbo subwoofers feature a new 4-layer HT voice coil thats 20% more resilient to extreme temperatures. Thanks to higher heat-resistant resin, these subwoofers can handle temperatures of over 204C. Simply put - more power.

XS-L122P5S

12 Enclosure type subwoofer 1300W max. power 380W rated power 4 ohms impedance Polypropylene cone kg

XS-L152P5S

15 Enclosure type subwoofer 1500W max. power 450W rated power 4 ohms impedance Polypropylene cone 6.2 kg

416 169

XS-L102P5S
10 Enclosure type subwoofer 1200W max. power 330W rated power 4 ohms impedance Polypropylene cone 4 kg

273 126

XS-L81BP5
8 Passive box subwoofer system 800W max. power 220W rated power 4 ohm impedance 135 njected Polypropylene I diaphragm 7.6 kg

A series speakers

Upgrade your in-car sound experience with strong power handling A series speakers. You will hear an immediate difference from your formerly pre-ins

XS-HA1727

17 cm, 2-way separate speakers Max. power 180W / rated power 30W

XS-HA1327

13 cm, 2-way separate speakers Max. power 150W / rated power 30W

XS-H03

2.5 cm add-on tweeter ax. power 120W / M rated power 50W

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Subwoofers, Amplifiers & Custom Fit Speakers

4 channels amps

2 channels amps

Stream Amplifiers

The amplifier is your systems power station, but raw power is no use if it cant deliver hum and hiss-free sound at the top end of the dial. Thats why a Sony Stream amplifier incorporates larger choke coils and toroidal transformers which are more efficient and provide the power for clear, stable sounds even at the highest power output. And if that is not invitation enough to crank up the volume, our Stream amplifiers also feature 6 MOSFETs to minimise sound distortion and maximise amplification at whatever volume you listen at. Whats more, big die-cast heat-sinks mounted on the circuit board effectively dissipate the build-up of heat - so you get more power and top-notch sound performance.

XM-SD46X

4/3 channel MOSFET amplifier 4x120W max. output power MOSFET output stage and power supply 50-300Hz low pass filter 4 x 60W rated output power

XM-SD22X

2/1 channel MOSFET amplifier 2x400W max. output power MOSFET output stage and power supply 50-300Hz low pass filter 2 x 200W rated output power

XM-SD14X

4/3 channel amplifier 4x100W max. output power MOSFET power supply 80Hz low pass filter 4 x 50W rated output power

XM-SD12X

2/1 channel amplifier 2x100W max. output power MOSFET power supply 80Hz low pass filter 2 x 50W rated output power
ormerly pre-installed car manufacturer system.

XS-A1727

17 cm, 2-way separate speakers Max. power 180W / rated power 30W

139 30

XS-A1327
3 cm, 2-way separate speakers 1 ax. power 150W / rated power M 30W

114 30

XS-A1027
cm, 2-way coaxial speakers 10 ax. power 110W / rated power M 25W

XS-A827

cm, 2-way coaxial speakers 8 ax. power 90W / rated power M 20W
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Glossary
24-bit digital-to-analogue converter (DAC) virtually eliminates the audio distortion often created during digital/ analogue signal conversion. The result is improved quality sound thats true to the original source material. Controls external CD / MD autochanger(s) and allows for full control of your Network WALKMAN via your head unit. Integrated 3-band or 7-band equaliser which precisely adjusts the low, mid and high frequencies according to music genre, ensuring a customised soundfield. Stream Amplifiers These powerful amplifiers employ 6 MOSFETs and numerous advanced technologies to deliver clear, dynamic sound even at high output. >> For more info, turn back a page.
This Sony-unique audio compression technology offers more storage and better sound quality than MP3. It uses a special algorithm to achieve optimal data allocation during compression to maintain high quality sound at compression levels of 1/20th the original source.
DivX is a codec (short for compression / decompression) and the brand name of the worlds most popular video compression format. It compresses video from virtually any source down to a size that allows you to store more films on a single DVD as well as transfer video content over the Web without reducing the original quality.
Fluorescent display that employs a brighter self-emitting light for sharper images.
Players with Tri-Codec capability can play back your MP3s and ATRAC3plus files as well as other digital formats such as WMA files (Windows Media Audio).
This High-Oriented Polyolefine speaker diaphragm achieves a much broader playback frequency for reduced distortion and cleaner bass.

Auxiliary or Auxiliary Light Input Auxiliary input that lets you connect various portable audio devices such as a Sony Network WALKMAN to your car stereo. It also allows you to channel the sound from your incar DVD / Video system to your car stereo.
This ground-breaking Sony CD chassis features Optical Pick-up, Shock Damper and S-MOSFET technologies for extended performance and durability from your CD drive. >> For more info, see p. 08
MP3 music files include so-called ID3 tags which contain track and title information as well as details on the artist. Optical Pick-up A low mass Sony-unique laser that reads data from a CD. It converts signals to music with higher accuracy and low power consumption, letting you enjoy the richness of the original source.
By activating the Zone x Zone (Dual Zone) function of our MEX head units, front seat passengers can choose between their favourite radio stations or CD tracks while back seat passengers can simultaneously sit back and enjoy a DVD movie.
BBE MP restores and enhances harmonics lost in previously compressed ATRAC3 and MP3 music files. By detecting and boosting the reduced harmonics, BBE MP puts the warmth and vibrancy back into your music.
Enhanced Drive-S technology, Sony Drive-S HX is an audio capacitor thats specially tuned to transmit high-quality stabilised audio signals with almost no trace of signal disturbance. The result is crystal-clear audio reproduction and superior sound separation. >> For more info, see p. 08
High-quality Sony P5 Turbo subwoofers are made of polypropylene, a rigid compound that reduces the flex found in conventional speaker cones. This extra rigidity lowers distortion and increases audio reproduction accuracy, especially in the lower frequency bands.
Wherever you see this sign, it means that the head unit can switch from pre to sub output for attaching speakers or amplifiers. Shock Damper Drive S-HX technology feature that absorbs the shock of bumps and jolts to the car on the road, ensuring smoother CD playback for uninterrupted listening.
A feature on many Sony head units, Best Timing Memory automatically selects and stores the radio stations with the strongest signals in order of frequency.
Based on innovative 3D virtual sound technology, DSO and advanced DSO II elevate the audio from floormounted speakers to your ear level for an improved sound experience in your car.
Windows Media Audio is a Microsoft file format for encoding digital audio files. Its similar to MP3 though it can compress files at a higher rate. Sony Tri-Codec players enable you to listen to all your WMA files in the best possible quality.
The following are trademarks of Sony: Sony, like.no.other, ATRAC, CONNECT, Drive-S, Drive-S HX, Memory Stick, Motion Blade, Network WALKMAN, PlayStation, S-MOSFET, WALKMAN and Xplod. DSO technology was developed by the Sony Corporation in collaboration with SRS Labs, inc. BBE MP is a registered trademark of BBE Sound, inc. Burr-Brown is a trademark of Burr-Brown Corporation. NAVTEQ is a trademark of NAVTEQ Corporation. The DAB digital radio logo, the digital radio logo and the stylised r mark and Digital One Limited. DivX is a registered trademark of DivXNetworks, Inc. Dolby and the Double-D Symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Microsoft Windows Media and the Windows logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All other trademarks are acknowledged. UK Subject to errors and technical changes.

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Specifications
Circuit system OTL (output transformerless) circuit Pulse power supply Inputs RCA pin jacks High level input connector Input level adjustment range 0.V (RCA pin jacks), 1.V (High level input) Outputs Speaker terminals Speaker impedance (stereo) (when used as a bridging amplifier) Maximum output Four speakers: 100 W 4 (at 4 ) Three speakers: 100 W 2 + 250 W 1 (at 4 ) Rated output (supply voltage at 14.4 V) 55 W RMS 4 (DIN 45500, 4 ) Four speakers: 50 W RMS 4 (20 Hz 20 kHz, 0.04 % THD, at 4 ) 60 W RMS 4 (20 Hz 20 kHz, 0.1 % THD, at 2 ) SN Ratio 100 dBA (reference: Rated output) Frequency response 5 Hz 50 kHz ( dB) Harmonic distortion 0.005 % or less (at 1 kHz, 4 , 10 W) Low-pass filter 80 Hz, 18 dB/oct High-pass filter 80 Hz, 12 dB/oct Power requirements 12 V DC car battery (negative ground) Power supply voltage 10.V Current drain 30 A (at 4 , 50 W 4) Remote input: 1 mA Dimensions Approx. 238 mm (w/ h/d) not incl. projecting parts and controls Mass Approx. 3.1 kg not incl. accessories Supplied accessories Mounting screws (4) High level input cord (1) Protection cap (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Especificaciones

Sistema de circuito Circuito OTL (salida sin transformador) Fuente de alimentacin por impulsos Entradas Tomas de pines RCA Conector de entrada de nivel alto Margen de ajuste de nivel de entrada 0,V (Tomas de pines RCA) 1,V (Entrada de alto nivel) Salidas Terminales de altavoz Impedancia de altavoz (estreo) (cuando se utiliza como amplificador en puente) Salida mxima Cuatro altavoces: 100 W 4 (a 4 ) Tres altavoces: 100 W 2 + 250 W 1 (a 4 ) Salida nominal (tensin de suministro a 14,4 V) 55 W RMS 4 (DIN 45500, 4 ) Cuatro altavoces: 50 W RMS 4 (20 Hz 20 kHz, 0,04 % THD, a 4 ) 60 W RMS 4 (20 Hz 20 kHz, 0,1 % THD, a 2 ) Relacin seal-ruido 100 dBA (referencia: Salida nominal) Respuesta de frecuencia 5 Hz 50 kHz ( dB) Distorsin armnica 0,005 % o inferior (a 1 kHz, 4 , a 10 W) Filtro de paso bajo 80 Hz, 18 dB/oct Filtro de paso alto 80 Hz, 12 dB/oct Requisitos de alimentacin Batera de automvil de cc de 12 V (negativo a masa) Tensin de fuente de alimentacin 10,V Consumo de energa 30 A (a 4 , 50 W 4) Entrada remota: 1 mA Dimensiones Aprox. 238 mm (an/ al/prf), componentes y controles salientes excluidos Peso Aprox. 3,1 kg, accesorios excluidos Accesorios suministrados Tornillos de montaje (4) Cable de entrada de alto nivel (1) Cubierta protectora (1) Diseo y especificaciones sujetos a cambios sin previo aviso.

Troubleshooting Guide

The following checklist will assist in the correction of most problems which you may encounter with your unit. Before going through the checklist below, refer to the connection and operating procedures. Problem Blue illumination does not light up. Cause/Solution
Packaging cushions do not use polystyrene foam. Lead-free solder is used for soldering certain parts. Halogenated flame retardants are not used in the cabinets. Halogenated flame retardants are not used in the certain printed wiring boards.
No se ha utilizado goma esponjosa de poliestireno para el material de relleno y proteccin. Se ha utilizado soldadura sin plomo para ciertas partes. Los chasis impresos no contienen retardantes de llama halogenados. Ciertas placas del circuito impreso no contienen retardantes de llama halogenados.

Features

Maximum power output of 100 W per channel (at 4 ). This unit can be used as a bridging amplifier with a maximum output of 250 W. Built in Low-pass filter (80 Hz, 18 dB/oct) and High-pass filter (80 Hz, 12 dB/oct). Built in protection circuit*1. Pulse power supply*2 for stable and regulated output power. Direct connection can be made with the speaker output of your car audio unit if it is not equipped with the line output (High level input connection).
*1 Protection circuit This amplifier is provided with a protection circuit that operates in the following cases: when the unit is overheated when a DC current is generated when the speaker terminals are short circuited. The PROTECTOR indicator lights up in red, and the unit will shut down. If this happens, turn off the connected equipment, take out the cassette tape or disc, and determine the cause of the malfunction. If the amplifier has overheated, wait until the unit cools down before use. *2 Pulse power supply This unit has a built-in power regulator which converts the power supplied by the 12 V DC car battery into high speed pulses using a semiconductor switch. These pulses are stepped up by the built-in pulse transformer and separated into both positive and negative power supplies before being converted into direct current again. This is to regulate fluctuating voltage from the car battery. This light weight power supply system provides a highly efficient power supply with a low impedance output.