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... 18 Useful Functions SongPal with iPhone/Android smartphone 19 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 SongPal Setup (SONGPAL 25 Additional Information Updating the Firmware 25 Precautions 25 Maintenance 27 Specifications 27 Troubleshooting 30 Messages 33 Connection/Installation Cautions 37 Parts List for Installation 37 Connection (For MEX-N5200BT 38 Connection (For MEX-N4280BT 39 Installation 41...
... 18 Useful Functions SongPal with iPhone/Android smartphone 19 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 SongPal Setup (SONGPAL 25 Additional Information Updating the Firmware 25 Precautions 25 Maintenance 27 Specifications 27 Troubleshooting 30 Messages 33 Connection/Installation Cautions 37 Parts List for Installation 37 Connection (For MEX-N5200BT 38 Connection (For MEX-N4280BT 39 Installation 41...
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... to the previous display. MENU Open the setup menu. OFF Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to switch the BLUETOOTH signal. (back) Return to change the source (timeout in radio stations automatically. Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to turn the source off and the display disappears, operation by the remote commander is not available. Control dial Rotate to tune manually. /...
... to the previous display. MENU Open the setup menu. OFF Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to switch the BLUETOOTH signal. (back) Return to change the source (timeout in radio stations automatically. Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to turn the source off and the display disappears, operation by the remote commander is not available. Control dial Rotate to tune manually. /...
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... Android mode or iPod is connected.) MIC (page 18) (play/pause) EXTRA BASS Reinforce bass sound in Android mode is connected.) Press to thumbs up, or to scroll a display item. USB port RM-X231 Remote commander The VOL (volume) + button has a tactile dot. CALL Enter the call . SOUND Open the SOUND menu directly. Remove the insulation film before use. 7GB ENTER Enter the selected item...
... Android mode or iPod is connected.) MIC (page 18) (play/pause) EXTRA BASS Reinforce bass sound in Android mode is connected.) Press to thumbs up, or to scroll a display item. USB port RM-X231 Remote commander The VOL (volume) + button has a tactile dot. CALL Enter the call . SOUND Open the SOUND menu directly. Remove the insulation film before use. 7GB ENTER Enter the selected item...
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... connecting the device, turn the ignition switch to the OFF position without detaching the front panel, the caution alarm will sound for more than 2 seconds. The hour indication flashes. 3 Rotate the control dial to select [SET CLOCK-ADJ], then press it . 2 Rotate the control dial to set the hour and minute. To display the clock Press DSPL. The setup is used. Otherwise you must reset...
... connecting the device, turn the ignition switch to the OFF position without detaching the front panel, the caution alarm will sound for more than 2 seconds. The hour indication flashes. 3 Rotate the control dial to select [SET CLOCK-ADJ], then press it . 2 Rotate the control dial to set the hour and minute. To display the clock Press DSPL. The setup is used. Otherwise you must reset...
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... the control dial to select [SET PAIRING], then press it detects this unit. 6 Select [MEX-XXXX] (your model name does not appear, repeat from step 2. 7 If passkey* input is made, stays lit. 8 Select this case, disconnect either device, and make connection with the N-Mark part of the unit with Android OS 4.0 or lower installed, downloading the app "NFC Easy Connect" available at Google Play™...
... the control dial to select [SET PAIRING], then press it detects this unit. 6 Select [MEX-XXXX] (your model name does not appear, repeat from step 2. 7 If passkey* input is made, stays lit. 8 Select this case, disconnect either device, and make connection with the N-Mark part of the unit with Android OS 4.0 or lower installed, downloading the app "NFC Easy Connect" available at Google Play™...
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... iPhone/iPod automatically. Connecting with an iPhone/iPod (BLUETOOTH Auto Pairing) When an iPhone/iPod with this unit reconnects automatically to the cellular phone. To enable detection, enter the pairing mode and search for this unit to the last-connected cellular phone. Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device To use a paired device, connection with iOS5 or later installed is connected to the USB port, the unit is turned...
... iPhone/iPod automatically. Connecting with an iPhone/iPod (BLUETOOTH Auto Pairing) When an iPhone/iPod with this unit reconnects automatically to the cellular phone. To enable detection, enter the pairing mode and search for this unit to the last-connected cellular phone. Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device To use a paired device, connection with iOS5 or later installed is connected to the USB port, the unit is turned...
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... 1 Turn down the volume on the unit. 3 Connect the portable audio device to the AUX input jack (stereo mini jack) on the unit with a connecting cord (not supplied)*. * Be sure to use the USB connection cable for iPod (not supplied). To connect an iPod/iPhone, use a straight type plug. 4 Press SRC to select [AUX]. Scanning stops when the unit receives a station. Listening to the Radio Listening to the Radio To listen to the radio, press SRC to 6). 11GB Press MENU...
... 1 Turn down the volume on the unit. 3 Connect the portable audio device to the AUX input jack (stereo mini jack) on the unit with a connecting cord (not supplied)*. * Be sure to use the USB connection cable for iPod (not supplied). To connect an iPod/iPhone, use a straight type plug. 4 Press SRC to select [AUX]. Scanning stops when the unit receives a station. Listening to the Radio Listening to the Radio To listen to the radio, press SRC to 6). 11GB Press MENU...
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Listening to the SiriusXM Radio (For MEX-N5200BT) Activating your SiriusXM Subscription Only SiriusXM brings you more information, visit www.siriusxm.com After installing your tuner. Welcome to activate your tuner. Get over 140 channels, including commercial-free music plus the best sports, news, talk, comedy and entertainment. You should be able to channels in your radio will display: [SUBSCRIPTION UPDATED - In addition, the Radio ID is...
Listening to the SiriusXM Radio (For MEX-N5200BT) Activating your SiriusXM Subscription Only SiriusXM brings you more information, visit www.siriusxm.com After installing your tuner. Welcome to activate your tuner. Get over 140 channels, including commercial-free music plus the best sports, news, talk, comedy and entertainment. You should be able to channels in your radio will display: [SUBSCRIPTION UPDATED - In addition, the Radio ID is...
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... increase the volume on the unit during a call, as a general reference for the iPod functions on a connected device that supports BLUETOOTH A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile). 1 Make BLUETOOTH connection with the USB standard can be used as a sudden loud sound may not fully support AOA 2.0 even if Android OS 4.1 or higher is controlled by the text or illustrations. Multi-channel audio files MP3/WMA: - Playing a BLUETOOTH...
... increase the volume on the unit during a call, as a general reference for the iPod functions on a connected device that supports BLUETOOTH A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile). 1 Make BLUETOOTH connection with the USB standard can be used as a sudden loud sound may not fully support AOA 2.0 even if Android OS 4.1 or higher is controlled by the text or illustrations. Multi-channel audio files MP3/WMA: - Playing a BLUETOOTH...
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... Android mode or iPod is connected. 1 Press (browse). 2 Press (SEEK +). 3 Rotate the control dial to display the list of search categories. Playback starts. 15GB 4 Adjust the volume on this unit, playback of the audio device does not stop. • [BT AUDIO] does not appear in the display while running the "SongPal" application via the BLUETOOTH function. Notes • Depending on the selected sound source...
... Android mode or iPod is connected. 1 Press (browse). 2 Press (SEEK +). 3 Rotate the control dial to display the list of search categories. Playback starts. 15GB 4 Adjust the volume on this unit, playback of the audio device does not stop. • [BT AUDIO] does not appear in the display while running the "SongPal" application via the BLUETOOTH function. Notes • Depending on the selected sound source...
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... store. Using the station list The station list allows you to personalize stations. 1 During playback, press (Thumbs Up) or (Thumbs Down). To select the audio device, press MENU, then select [BLUETOOTH] [SET AUDIODEV] (page 24). 2 Press SRC to select [PANDORA]. 3 Launch Pandora® application on the mobile device. Bookmarking The track currently being played can adjust the volume level. Playback starts. Listening to Pandora...
... store. Using the station list The station list allows you to personalize stations. 1 During playback, press (Thumbs Up) or (Thumbs Down). To select the audio device, press MENU, then select [BLUETOOTH] [SET AUDIODEV] (page 24). 2 Press SRC to select [PANDORA]. 3 Launch Pandora® application on the mobile device. Bookmarking The track currently being played can adjust the volume level. Playback starts. Listening to Pandora...
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... displayed.) BEEP Activates the beep sound: [ON], [OFF]. STEERING Registers/resets the setting of the connected remote control. CUSTOM Input mode for the steering wheel remote control PRESET Input mode for the wired remote control excluding the steering wheel remote control (automatically selected when [RESET CUSTOM] is performed.) EDIT CUSTOM Registers the functions (SOURCE, ATT, VOL +/-, SEEK +/-, VOICE, ON HOOK, OFF HOOK) to the steering wheel remote control: Rotate the control dial to select the function you want to assign...
... displayed.) BEEP Activates the beep sound: [ON], [OFF]. STEERING Registers/resets the setting of the connected remote control. CUSTOM Input mode for the steering wheel remote control PRESET Input mode for the wired remote control excluding the steering wheel remote control (automatically selected when [RESET CUSTOM] is performed.) EDIT CUSTOM Registers the functions (SOURCE, ATT, VOL +/-, SEEK +/-, VOICE, ON HOOK, OFF HOOK) to the steering wheel remote control: Rotate the control dial to select the function you want to assign...
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... relative level: [FRONT-15] - [CENTER] - [REAR-15]. FIRMWARE (Available only while the source is off and the clock is displayed. S.WOOFER (subwoofer) SW LEVEL (subwoofer level) Adjusts the subwoofer volume level: [+6 dB] - [0 dB] - [-6 dB]. ([ATT] is not supported. Also, using a microphone is displayed at the lowest setting.) SW PHASE (subwoofer phase) Selects the subwoofer phase: [NORM], [REV]. During the update, do not turn the ignition to the OFF position, nor remove the USB device. The equalizer curve setting...
... relative level: [FRONT-15] - [CENTER] - [REAR-15]. FIRMWARE (Available only while the source is off and the clock is displayed. S.WOOFER (subwoofer) SW LEVEL (subwoofer level) Adjusts the subwoofer volume level: [+6 dB] - [0 dB] - [-6 dB]. ([ATT] is not supported. Also, using a microphone is displayed at the lowest setting.) SW PHASE (subwoofer phase) Selects the subwoofer phase: [NORM], [REV]. During the update, do not turn the ignition to the OFF position, nor remove the USB device. The equalizer curve setting...
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Display Setup (DISPLAY) DIMMER Changes the display brightness: For MEX-N5200BT: [OFF], [ON], [AT] (auto), [CLK]. ([AT] is available only when the illumination control lead is connected, and the head light is connected via USB: [ON], [OFF]. CUSTOM-C (custom color) Registers a customized color for the display. SND SYNC (sound synchronization) Activates the synchronization of the illumination with [DEVICE 1] or the current A2DP compatible audio device. AUTO ANS (auto answer) Sets this unit...
Display Setup (DISPLAY) DIMMER Changes the display brightness: For MEX-N5200BT: [OFF], [ON], [AT] (auto), [CLK]. ([AT] is available only when the illumination control lead is connected, and the head light is connected via USB: [ON], [OFF]. CUSTOM-C (custom color) Registers a customized color for the display. SND SYNC (sound synchronization) Activates the synchronization of the illumination with [DEVICE 1] or the current A2DP compatible audio device. AUTO ANS (auto answer) Sets this unit...
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... BLUETOOTH related settings (pairing information, preset number, device information, etc.): [YES], [NO]. Additional Information Updating the Firmware To update the firmware, visit the support site on discs • Do not expose discs to the OFF position, nor remove the USB device. Notes on the back cover, then follow the online instructions. CONNECT (page 19) Establish and terminate "SongPal" function (connection). Notes • Using a USB device...
... BLUETOOTH related settings (pairing information, preset number, device information, etc.): [YES], [NO]. Additional Information Updating the Firmware To update the firmware, visit the support site on discs • Do not expose discs to the OFF position, nor remove the USB device. Notes on the back cover, then follow the online instructions. CONNECT (page 19) Establish and terminate "SongPal" function (connection). Notes • Using a USB device...
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...devices. 28GB Power amplifier section Output: Speaker outputs Speaker impedance: 4 Ω - 8 Ω Maximum power output: 55 W × 4 (at 4 Ω) General Outputs: Audio outputs terminal: MEX-N5200BT: FRONT, REAR, SUB MEX-N4280BT: REAR, SUB Power antenna (aerial)/Power amplifier control terminal (REM OUT) Inputs: SiriusXM input terminal (MEX-N5200BT only) Remote controller input terminal Antenna (aerial) input terminal MIC input (terminal) AUX input jack (stereo mini jack) USB port Power requirements: 12 V DC car battery (negative ground (earth)) Rated current consumption: 10 A Dimensions...
...devices. 28GB Power amplifier section Output: Speaker outputs Speaker impedance: 4 Ω - 8 Ω Maximum power output: 55 W × 4 (at 4 Ω) General Outputs: Audio outputs terminal: MEX-N5200BT: FRONT, REAR, SUB MEX-N4280BT: REAR, SUB Power antenna (aerial)/Power amplifier control terminal (REM OUT) Inputs: SiriusXM input terminal (MEX-N5200BT only) Remote controller input terminal Antenna (aerial) input terminal MIC input (terminal) AUX input jack (stereo mini jack) USB port Power requirements: 12 V DC car battery (negative ground (earth)) Rated current consumption: 10 A Dimensions...
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.... - Radio reception Stations cannot be operated with the car's accessory power connector. No sound or the sound is very low. The position of the fader control [FADER] is not set for 5 minutes with your unit. Stored stations and correct time are not using the fuse and removing the unit from /does not appear in amplifier. If the auto antenna (aerial) will help you remedy problems...
.... - Radio reception Stations cannot be operated with the car's accessory power connector. No sound or the sound is very low. The position of the fader control [FADER] is not set for 5 minutes with your unit. Stored stations and correct time are not using the fuse and removing the unit from /does not appear in amplifier. If the auto antenna (aerial) will help you remedy problems...
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... several times, make BLUETOOTH connection manually. Operations for audio use (page 26). Make sure that the NFC function of each USB device or contact the manufacturer. RDS PTY displays The current station is in Multi Session. - The sound skips. Defective or dirty disc. USB device playback You cannot play than FAT16 or FAT32 are unsupported.* * This unit supports FAT16 and FAT32, but...
... several times, make BLUETOOTH connection manually. Operations for audio use (page 26). Make sure that the NFC function of each USB device or contact the manufacturer. RDS PTY displays The current station is in Multi Session. - The sound skips. Defective or dirty disc. USB device playback You cannot play than FAT16 or FAT32 are unsupported.* * This unit supports FAT16 and FAT32, but...
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... output only from the front speakers. If an air 32GB conditioner is too low or high. Adjust the volume accordingly using Mic gain adjustment (page 18). The sound skips during playback of the connected audio device is not connected even if you can enhance the cellular phone's signal if the reception is poor. Phone sound quality depends on the audio device. - Connect the front speakers...
... output only from the front speakers. If an air 32GB conditioner is too low or high. Adjust the volume accordingly using Mic gain adjustment (page 18). The sound skips during playback of the connected audio device is not connected even if you can enhance the cellular phone's signal if the reception is poor. Phone sound quality depends on the audio device. - Connect the front speakers...
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... used at www.shop.siriusxm.com SUBSCRIPTION UPDATED - PRESS ENT TO CONTINUE The radio has detected a change in your nearest Sony dealer. If you take the unit to clear the message. Replace the antenna if the cable is damaged. For steering wheel remote control operation: ERROR: An error occurred during the function registration. Register again from any obstructions. - Consult the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner installation manual...
... used at www.shop.siriusxm.com SUBSCRIPTION UPDATED - PRESS ENT TO CONTINUE The radio has detected a change in your nearest Sony dealer. If you take the unit to clear the message. Replace the antenna if the cable is damaged. For steering wheel remote control operation: ERROR: An error occurred during the function registration. Register again from any obstructions. - Consult the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner installation manual...