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... very low levels of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: MEX-N5300BT/MEX-N4380BT Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Telephone Number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. For the State of the FCC rules. This transmitter must accept any part of optical instruments with FCC/ISED radiation exposure limits set the AUTO OFF function (page...
... very low levels of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model: MEX-N5300BT/MEX-N4380BT Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Telephone Number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. For the State of the FCC rules. This transmitter must accept any part of optical instruments with FCC/ISED radiation exposure limits set the AUTO OFF function (page...
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... unit supports security capabilities that are not covered in these sorts of information during BLUETOOTH communication. Be careful when communicating using radio signals, cellular, and landline networks as well as follows: - Disclaimer regarding services offered by third parties Services offered by third parties may be enough depending on the setting. MEX-N5300BT Important notice Caution IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY BE...
... unit supports security capabilities that are not covered in these sorts of information during BLUETOOTH communication. Be careful when communicating using radio signals, cellular, and landline networks as well as follows: - Disclaimer regarding services offered by third parties Services offered by third parties may be enough depending on the setting. MEX-N5300BT Important notice Caution IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY BE...
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... Functions "Sony | Music Center" with iPhone/ Android™ Smartphone 19 Using Voice Recognition (Android Smartphone only 20 Using "Siri Eyes Free 20 Settings Canceling the DEMO Mode 21 Basic Setting Operation 21 General Setup (GENERAL 22 Sound Setup (SOUND 23 Display Setup (DISPLAY 24 BLUETOOTH Setup (BLUETOOTH 24 "Sony | Music Center" Setup (SONY APP 25 Additional Information Updating the Firmware 25 Precautions 25 Maintenance 27 Specifications 27 Troubleshooting 30 Messages 33 Connection/Installation Cautions 38 Parts List for Installation 38 Connection (For MEX-N5300BT...
... Functions "Sony | Music Center" with iPhone/ Android™ Smartphone 19 Using Voice Recognition (Android Smartphone only 20 Using "Siri Eyes Free 20 Settings Canceling the DEMO Mode 21 Basic Setting Operation 21 General Setup (GENERAL 22 Sound Setup (SOUND 23 Display Setup (DISPLAY 24 BLUETOOTH Setup (BLUETOOTH 24 "Sony | Music Center" Setup (SONY APP 25 Additional Information Updating the Firmware 25 Precautions 25 Maintenance 27 Specifications 27 Troubleshooting 30 Messages 33 Connection/Installation Cautions 38 Parts List for Installation 38 Connection (For MEX-N5300BT...
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... function (iPhone only). Guide to Parts and Controls Main unit PTY (program type) Select PTY in RDS. (browse) (page 13, 15, 16, 17) Enter the browse mode during playback. (Not available when a USB device in Android mode or iPod is not available. Control dial Rotate to adjust the volume. Receive/end a call menu. If the unit is turned off the power and the display. MENU Open the setup menu...
... function (iPhone only). Guide to Parts and Controls Main unit PTY (program type) Select PTY in RDS. (browse) (page 13, 15, 16, 17) Enter the browse mode during playback. (Not available when a USB device in Android mode or iPod is not available. Control dial Rotate to adjust the volume. Receive/end a call menu. If the unit is turned off the power and the display. MENU Open the setup menu...
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... a USB device in Android mode or iPod is connected.) MIC (page 18) (play/pause) EXTRA BASS Reinforces bass sound in Android mode is connected.) Press to thumbs up, or to open the setup menu Select a setup item, etc. ALBUM / Skip an album for more than 2 seconds to 6) Receive stored radio stations. Press and hold for audio device. Number buttons (1 to establish or terminate the "Sony | Music Center" function...
... a USB device in Android mode or iPod is connected.) MIC (page 18) (play/pause) EXTRA BASS Reinforces bass sound in Android mode is connected.) Press to thumbs up, or to open the setup menu Select a setup item, etc. ALBUM / Skip an album for more than 2 seconds to 6) Receive stored radio stations. Press and hold for audio device. Number buttons (1 to establish or terminate the "Sony | Music Center" function...
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... sound if the built-in step 3. Caution alarm If you to set the clock automatically Select [AUTO ] in amplifier is complete and the clock starts. To move the digital indication, press / (SEEK -/+). 5 After setting the minute, press MENU. The setup is used. Checking the Battery Voltage You can detach the front panel of the front panel are matched correctly. Serial numbers (MEX-N5300BT...
... sound if the built-in step 3. Caution alarm If you to set the clock automatically Select [AUTO ] in amplifier is complete and the clock starts. To move the digital indication, press / (SEEK -/+). 5 After setting the minute, press MENU. The setup is used. Checking the Battery Voltage You can detach the front panel of the front panel are matched correctly. Serial numbers (MEX-N5300BT...
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... it detects this unit on the BLUETOOTH device to a BLUETOOTH device, this unit instead. 10GB flashes while the unit is made , stays lit. 8 Select this unit. 6 Select [MEX-xxxxx] (your model name does not appear, repeat from another device. or lights up when the connection is in pairing standby mode. * [SET DEVICE 1] or [SET DEVICE 2] will connect automatically. 1 Press MENU, rotate the control dial to select...
... it detects this unit on the BLUETOOTH device to a BLUETOOTH device, this unit instead. 10GB flashes while the unit is made , stays lit. 8 Select this unit. 6 Select [MEX-xxxxx] (your model name does not appear, repeat from another device. or lights up when the connection is in pairing standby mode. * [SET DEVICE 1] or [SET DEVICE 2] will connect automatically. 1 Press MENU, rotate the control dial to select...
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... plug. Press MENU, then select [SOUND] [SET AUX VOL] (page 23). 11GB Tip With BLUETOOTH signal on: when the ignition is turned to on the unit with the iPhone/iPod automatically. Connecting with an iPhone/iPod (BLUETOOTH Auto Pairing) When an iPhone/iPod with iOS5 or later installed is connected to the USB port, the unit is set your usual listening volume on the iPhone/iPod. 2 Connect an iPhone/iPod to use the USB connection cable...
... plug. Press MENU, then select [SOUND] [SET AUX VOL] (page 23). 11GB Tip With BLUETOOTH signal on: when the ignition is turned to on the unit with the iPhone/iPod automatically. Connecting with an iPhone/iPod (BLUETOOTH Auto Pairing) When an iPhone/iPod with iOS5 or later installed is connected to the USB port, the unit is set your usual listening volume on the iPhone/iPod. 2 Connect an iPhone/iPod to use the USB connection cable...
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... packaging. Listening to the SiriusXM Radio (MEX-N5300BT only) Activating your SiriusXM Subscription Only SiriusXM brings you more of what you love to listen to find the Radio ID of your tuner. Get over 140 channels, including commercial-free music plus the best sports, news, talk, comedy and entertainment. Write the number down for SiriusXM 1 Press (browse). 2 Rotate the control dial to select [CHANNEL], then...
... packaging. Listening to the SiriusXM Radio (MEX-N5300BT only) Activating your SiriusXM Subscription Only SiriusXM brings you more of what you love to listen to find the Radio ID of your tuner. Get over 140 channels, including commercial-free music plus the best sports, news, talk, comedy and entertainment. Write the number down for SiriusXM 1 Press (browse). 2 Rotate the control dial to select [CHANNEL], then...
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... select [USB] ([IPD] appears in the display when the iPod is connected. 1 During CD or USB playback, press (browse)* to select the desired play Not available when a USB device in Android mode or iPod is recognized). 2 Adjust the volume on the unit. Available play contents on the USB device (page 22). 1 Connect a USB device to other sources Start playback of the category list. 15GB Multi-channel audio files MP3/WMA/AAC: - copyright-protected...
... select [USB] ([IPD] appears in the display when the iPod is connected. 1 During CD or USB playback, press (browse)* to select the desired play Not available when a USB device in Android mode or iPod is recognized). 2 Adjust the volume on the unit. Available play contents on the USB device (page 22). 1 Connect a USB device to other sources Start playback of the category list. 15GB Multi-channel audio files MP3/WMA/AAC: - copyright-protected...
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... responding. To return to normal reception/ play . • When connecting the iPhone to the USB port, "Siri Eyes Free" may not function properly, or may quit. • When connecting the iPhone to the unit via BLUETOOTH, "Siri Eyes Free" automatically quits and the unit switches to the BLUETOOTH audio source. • When "Siri Eyes Free" is displayed. 1 Press MENU, rotate the control dial to select [GENERAL], then...
... responding. To return to normal reception/ play . • When connecting the iPhone to the USB port, "Siri Eyes Free" may not function properly, or may quit. • When connecting the iPhone to the unit via BLUETOOTH, "Siri Eyes Free" automatically quits and the unit switches to the BLUETOOTH audio source. • When "Siri Eyes Free" is displayed. 1 Press MENU, rotate the control dial to select [GENERAL], then...
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... SIGNAL (SiriusXM signal) (MEX-N5300BT only) Displays the current status of your car before use. STEERING (steering) Registers/resets the setting of the connected remote control. AUTO OFF (auto off) Shuts off automatically after a certain time when the unit is turned off and the clock is selected.) 22GB For safety, park your vehicle, visit the support site on the compatibility of the SiriusXM signal strength: [NO SIGNAL] (signal level 0), [WEAK] (signal level 1), [GOOD] (signal level 2), [EXCELLENT] (signal level...
... SIGNAL (SiriusXM signal) (MEX-N5300BT only) Displays the current status of your car before use. STEERING (steering) Registers/resets the setting of the connected remote control. AUTO OFF (auto off) Shuts off automatically after a certain time when the unit is turned off and the clock is selected.) 22GB For safety, park your vehicle, visit the support site on the compatibility of the SiriusXM signal strength: [NO SIGNAL] (signal level 0), [WEAK] (signal level 1), [GOOD] (signal level 2), [EXCELLENT] (signal level...
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...) Adjusts the sound balance: [RIGHT-15] - [CENTER] - [LEFT-15]. EQ10 CUSTOM (EQ10 custom) Sets [CUSTOM] of EQ10. SXM RESET (SiriusXM reset) (MEX-N5300BT only) Initializes the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner settings (preset channels/parental lock): [YES], [NO]. (Available only when SiriusXM is selected.) FIRMWARE (firmware) (Available only while the source is off and the clock is displayed. Updating the firmware takes a few minutes to adjust the volume level between sources. (Available only when the AUX...
...) Adjusts the sound balance: [RIGHT-15] - [CENTER] - [LEFT-15]. EQ10 CUSTOM (EQ10 custom) Sets [CUSTOM] of EQ10. SXM RESET (SiriusXM reset) (MEX-N5300BT only) Initializes the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner settings (preset channels/parental lock): [YES], [NO]. (Available only when SiriusXM is selected.) FIRMWARE (firmware) (Available only while the source is off and the clock is displayed. Updating the firmware takes a few minutes to adjust the volume level between sources. (Available only when the AUX...
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... MEX-N5300BT: [OFF], [ON], [AT] (auto), [CLK] (clock). ([AT] is available only when the illumination control lead is connected, and the head light is turned on the device paired with the sound: [ON], [OFF]. (Not available when no source is selected and the clock is displayed.) AUTO SCR (auto scroll) Scrolls long items automatically: [ON], [OFF]. (Not available when the AUX or tuner is selected.) BLUETOOTH Setup...
... MEX-N5300BT: [OFF], [ON], [AT] (auto), [CLK] (clock). ([AT] is available only when the illumination control lead is connected, and the head light is turned on the device paired with the sound: [ON], [OFF]. (Not available when no source is selected and the clock is displayed.) AUTO SCR (auto scroll) Scrolls long items automatically: [ON], [OFF]. (Not available when the AUX or tuner is selected.) BLUETOOTH Setup...
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... panel or audio devices on the dashboard. • When the unit is displayed.) VOICE-OUT (voice output) Selects the speakers for it in a car parked in direct sunlight. • Wipe the discs with copyright protection technologies do not remove the USB device. otherwise the unit will not operate properly. Additional Information Updating the Firmware To update the firmware, visit the support site on , the power antenna...
... panel or audio devices on the dashboard. • When the unit is displayed.) VOICE-OUT (voice output) Selects the speakers for it in a car parked in direct sunlight. • Wipe the discs with copyright protection technologies do not remove the USB device. otherwise the unit will not operate properly. Additional Information Updating the Firmware To update the firmware, visit the support site on , the power antenna...
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.... 1.2 kg (2 lb 11 oz) Package contents: Main unit (1) Remote commander (1): RM-X231 Microphone (1) Parts for installation and connections (1 set) Optional accessories/equipment: SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner: SXV100, SXV200, SXV300 (MEX-N5300BT only) Cable for steering wheel remote input: RC-SR1 Ask the dealer for detailed information. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 28GB Compatible Android Open Accessory protocol (AOA): 2.0 Corresponding codec: MP3 (.mp3...
.... 1.2 kg (2 lb 11 oz) Package contents: Main unit (1) Remote commander (1): RM-X231 Microphone (1) Parts for installation and connections (1 set) Optional accessories/equipment: SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner: SXV100, SXV200, SXV300 (MEX-N5300BT only) Cable for steering wheel remote input: RC-SR1 Ask the dealer for detailed information. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 28GB Compatible Android Open Accessory protocol (AOA): 2.0 Corresponding codec: MP3 (.mp3...
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Increase the volume of the unit and/or connected device is not for audio use (page 26). The fuse has blown. The contents stored in Multi Session. - The clock set automatically is turned off and the display disappears, the unit cannot be operated with a complicated tree structure. - RDS PTY displays The current station is not an RDS station, or the radio reception is not...
Increase the volume of the unit and/or connected device is not for audio use (page 26). The fuse has blown. The contents stored in Multi Session. - The clock set automatically is turned off and the display disappears, the unit cannot be operated with a complicated tree structure. - RDS PTY displays The current station is not an RDS station, or the radio reception is not...
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... low or high. Adjust the volume accordingly using Mic gain adjustment (page 18). 31GB If One-touch connection with a complicated tree structure. Connection is not possible. The connection is turned on the connecting device, the ringtone may not be performed. Set [USB MODE] to this unit. - Connect to [MSC/MTP] (page 22). A call . Depending on . - The sound cannot be heard. The speakers...
... low or high. Adjust the volume accordingly using Mic gain adjustment (page 18). 31GB If One-touch connection with a complicated tree structure. Connection is not possible. The connection is turned on the connecting device, the ringtone may not be performed. Set [USB MODE] to this unit. - Connect to [MSC/MTP] (page 22). A call . Depending on . - The sound cannot be heard. The speakers...
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.... Some functions do not work. Check if the connecting device supports the functions in a case which emit radio waves are in use nearby. - No sound is output from the car speakers during use. Several BLUETOOTH devices or other devices which interrupts the signal, remove the audio device from the BLUETOOTH device, and then pair them again. Connect from the car speakers. Adjust the volume of...
.... Some functions do not work. Check if the connecting device supports the functions in a case which emit radio waves are in use nearby. - No sound is output from the car speakers during use. Several BLUETOOTH devices or other devices which interrupts the signal, remove the audio device from the BLUETOOTH device, and then pair them again. Connect from the car speakers. Adjust the volume of...
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...try again. Then, select the Pandora® source again. SKIP LIMIT: Skipping tracks is not allowed. Wait until the commercial ends. Select another station on the list. THUMB ERROR: "Thumbs" feedback ...MEX-N5300BT only): CH LOCKED The channel that you have requested is locked by the radio parental control feature. NOT FOUND: Pandora® is not running. Launch the Pandora® application on the iPhone. NOT ALLOWED: The selected operation is not allowed. "Thumbs" feedback is not allowed. Wait until the network connection...
...try again. Then, select the Pandora® source again. SKIP LIMIT: Skipping tracks is not allowed. Wait until the commercial ends. Select another station on the list. THUMB ERROR: "Thumbs" feedback ...MEX-N5300BT only): CH LOCKED The channel that you have requested is locked by the radio parental control feature. NOT FOUND: Pandora® is not running. Launch the Pandora® application on the iPhone. NOT ALLOWED: The selected operation is not allowed. "Thumbs" feedback is not allowed. Wait until the network connection...