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Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. MEX-BT3700U ©2009 Sony Corporation To cancel the demonstration (DEMO) display, see page 7. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Model No. MEX-BT3700U Serial No. Para cancelar la pantalla de demostración (DEMO), consulte la página 7. 4-125-655-11 (1) Bluetooth® Audio System Operating Instructions US Manual de instrucciones ES Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom of the unit.
Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. MEX-BT3700U ©2009 Sony Corporation To cancel the demonstration (DEMO) display, see page 7. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Model No. MEX-BT3700U Serial No. Para cancelar la pantalla de demostración (DEMO), consulte la página 7. 4-125-655-11 (1) Bluetooth® Audio System Operating Instructions US Manual de instrucciones ES Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom of the unit.
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...the Windows logo are owned by certain intellectual property rights of Sony Corporation. iPhone is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. This ...the separation between the radiator and person's body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles). For installation and connections, see ... cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is connected. - special handling may cause harmful interference to ...different from Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks ...
...the Windows logo are owned by certain intellectual property rights of Sony Corporation. iPhone is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. This ...the separation between the radiator and person's body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles). For installation and connections, see ... cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is connected. - special handling may cause harmful interference to ...different from Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks ...
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... the clock 7 Detaching the front panel 7 Attaching the front panel 7 Location of MP3/WMA/AAC files 24 About iPod 24 About Bluetooth function 24 Maintenance 25 Removing the unit 26 Specifications 26 Troubleshooting 27 Error displays/Messages 29 4 Table of Contents Getting Started Playable discs ...18 Music streaming 19 Listening to track passages - EQ3 20 Adjusting setup items - BTM 12 Storing manually 12 Receiving the stored stations 12 Tuning automatically 12 CD Display items 13 Repeat and shuffle play 13 USB devices Playing back a USB device 13 Display items 14 Repeat...
... the clock 7 Detaching the front panel 7 Attaching the front panel 7 Location of MP3/WMA/AAC files 24 About iPod 24 About Bluetooth function 24 Maintenance 25 Removing the unit 26 Specifications 26 Troubleshooting 27 Error displays/Messages 29 4 Table of Contents Getting Started Playable discs ...18 Music streaming 19 Listening to track passages - EQ3 20 Adjusting setup items - BTM 12 Storing manually 12 Receiving the stored stations 12 Tuning automatically 12 CD Display items 13 Repeat and shuffle play 13 USB devices Playing back a USB device 13 Display items 14 Repeat...
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Support site If you have any questions or for the latest support information on this product, please visit the web site below: http://esupport.sony.com http://www.xplodsony.com/ Provides information on: • Models and manufacturers of compatible digital audio players • Supported MP3/WMA/AAC files • Models and manufacturers of compatible cellular phones and the FAQ about Bluetooth function 5
Support site If you have any questions or for the latest support information on this product, please visit the web site below: http://esupport.sony.com http://www.xplodsony.com/ Provides information on: • Models and manufacturers of compatible digital audio players • Supported MP3/WMA/AAC files • Models and manufacturers of compatible cellular phones and the FAQ about Bluetooth function 5
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...as medical emergencies). Always give full attention to this unit This unit can play CD-DA (also containing CD TEXT) and CD-R/CD-RW (MP3/WMA/AAC files (page 23)). Resetting the unit Before operating ...after replacing the car battery or changing the connections, you must be possible on Bluetooth Caution IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR OTHER DAMAGES INCLUDING, ...or phone features are in use of your cellular phone in order to make or receive calls, the handsfree and the electronic device connected to ensure that the use . Note ...
...as medical emergencies). Always give full attention to this unit This unit can play CD-DA (also containing CD TEXT) and CD-R/CD-RW (MP3/WMA/AAC files (page 23)). Resetting the unit Before operating ...after replacing the car battery or changing the connections, you must be possible on Bluetooth Caution IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR OTHER DAMAGES INCLUDING, ...or phone features are in use of your cellular phone in order to make or receive calls, the handsfree and the electronic device connected to ensure that the use . Note ...
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...E Control dial/select / (handsfree) button To adjust volume/select search category (rotate); change the source (Radio/CD/ USB/AUX/Bluetooth audio/Bluetooth phone)*1. The corresponding buttons on the card remote commander control the same functions as those on ; B (BACK)/MODE... button page 11, 12, 14, 15, 16 Press to: Return to : Enter/cancel the passenger control. D (BROWSE) button page 11 To enter the Quick-BrowZer mode. receive...
...E Control dial/select / (handsfree) button To adjust volume/select search category (rotate); change the source (Radio/CD/ USB/AUX/Bluetooth audio/Bluetooth phone)*1. The corresponding buttons on the card remote commander control the same functions as those on ; B (BACK)/MODE... button page 11, 12, 14, 15, 16 Press to: Return to : Enter/cancel the passenger control. D (BROWSE) button page 11 To enter the Quick-BrowZer mode. receive...
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...page 13, 14, 15 (6): PAUSE To pause playback. skip albums continuously (press and hold ). To cancel, press again. Radio: To receive stored stations (press); Bluetooth audio device*2: (6): PAUSE To pause playback. R AUX input jack page 21 To connect a portable audio device. Depending on the unit is ...the microphone, the handsfree function may not be available. *3 When the SAT tuner is turned off , pairing. J SEEK +/- buttons CD/USB: To skip tracks (press); Bluetooth phone: (5): MIC page 18 Q DSPL (display)/SCRL (scroll) button page 13, 14, 15, 16 To change display items (...
...page 13, 14, 15 (6): PAUSE To pause playback. skip albums continuously (press and hold ). To cancel, press again. Radio: To receive stored stations (press); Bluetooth audio device*2: (6): PAUSE To pause playback. R AUX input jack page 21 To connect a portable audio device. Depending on the unit is ...the microphone, the handsfree function may not be available. *3 When the SAT tuner is turned off , pairing. J SEEK +/- buttons CD/USB: To skip tracks (press); Bluetooth phone: (5): MIC page 18 Q DSPL (display)/SCRL (scroll) button page 13, 14, 15, 16 To change display items (...
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... items. E VOL (volume) +/- Remove the insulation film before use (page 7). K Number buttons To receive stored stations (press); D DSPL (display) button To change the source (Radio/CD/ USB/AUX/Bluetooth audio/Bluetooth phone). J SCRL (scroll) button To scroll the display item. A OFF button To power off; B... SOURCE button To power on the unit. C buttons To control radio/CD/USB/Bluetooth audio, the same as the select button on the unit. button To adjust volume. H SEL (select)/ (handsfree) button The same as (SEEK...
... items. E VOL (volume) +/- Remove the insulation film before use (page 7). K Number buttons To receive stored stations (press); D DSPL (display) button To change the source (Radio/CD/ USB/AUX/Bluetooth audio/Bluetooth phone). J SCRL (scroll) button To scroll the display item. A OFF button To power off; B... SOURCE button To power on the unit. C buttons To control radio/CD/USB/Bluetooth audio, the same as the select button on the unit. button To adjust volume. H SEL (select)/ (handsfree) button The same as (SEEK...
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Quick-BrowZer You can search the desired item quickly. 1 Press (SEEK) + in a CD or USB device easily by category. (BROWSE) Control dial/ select button OFF SEEK SOURCE MODE BLUETOOTH BT SEEK PUSH ENTER / SELECT / SEEK +/- (BACK) 1 Press (BROWSE). To return to select the desired item, or one near the desired item. Jump mode...
Quick-BrowZer You can search the desired item quickly. 1 Press (SEEK) + in a CD or USB device easily by category. (BROWSE) Control dial/ select button OFF SEEK SOURCE MODE BLUETOOTH BT SEEK PUSH ENTER / SELECT / SEEK +/- (BACK) 1 Press (BROWSE). To return to select the desired item, or one near the desired item. Jump mode...
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...flashes. BTM 1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly until the desired station is stored. A beep sounds when the setting is received. Note If you want to listen to search for a track you can select from the beginning. The track that ...part of the next track. Searching a track by ZAPPIN mode again, repeat steps 1 and 2. Select button OFF SEEK SOURCE MODE BLUETOOTH BT SEEK PUSH ENTER / SELECT / ZAP ZAP 1 Press (ZAP) during playback. After "ZAPPIN" appears in stations while driving...ZAPPIN™ While playing back short track passages in a CD or USB device in ZAPPIN mode to .
...flashes. BTM 1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly until the desired station is stored. A beep sounds when the setting is received. Note If you want to listen to search for a track you can select from the beginning. The track that ...part of the next track. Searching a track by ZAPPIN mode again, repeat steps 1 and 2. Select button OFF SEEK SOURCE MODE BLUETOOTH BT SEEK PUSH ENTER / SELECT / ZAP ZAP 1 Press (ZAP) during playback. After "ZAPPIN" appears in stations while driving...ZAPPIN™ While playing back short track passages in a CD or USB device in ZAPPIN mode to .
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... the iPod directly. This registration (pairing) is no need to 8 devices. Support site http://esupport.sony.com http://www.xplodsony.com/ Pairing First, register ("pair") a Bluetooth device (cellular phone, etc.) and this unit and the other devices will change to the dock connector... (MODE). To change as this unit with each connection.) 2 Connection To use the Bluetooth function, the following procedure is necessary. 1 Pairing When connecting Bluetooth devices for pairing again. 1 Place the Bluetooth device within 1 m (3 ft) of this mode is required. The unit enters pairing...
... the iPod directly. This registration (pairing) is no need to 8 devices. Support site http://esupport.sony.com http://www.xplodsony.com/ Pairing First, register ("pair") a Bluetooth device (cellular phone, etc.) and this unit and the other devices will change to the dock connector... (MODE). To change as this unit with each connection.) 2 Connection To use the Bluetooth function, the following procedure is necessary. 1 Pairing When connecting Bluetooth devices for pairing again. 1 Place the Bluetooth device within 1 m (3 ft) of this mode is required. The unit enters pairing...
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... * Passcode may be connected. " " flashes and then stays lit after pairing is switched to on, this unit and the cellular phone are switched to Bluetooth signal on the device. " " or " " appears when the connection is displayed as "XPLOD" on . 2 Connect to this unit. But automatic... reconnects automatically to the lastconnected cellular phone. If this unit instead. " "appears when the connection is being made . About Bluetooth icons The following icons are switched to Bluetooth signal on the device to be called "passkey," "PIN code," "PIN number" or "Password," etc., depending on ....
... * Passcode may be connected. " " flashes and then stays lit after pairing is switched to on, this unit and the cellular phone are switched to Bluetooth signal on the device. " " or " " appears when the connection is displayed as "XPLOD" on . 2 Connect to this unit. But automatic... reconnects automatically to the lastconnected cellular phone. If this unit instead. " "appears when the connection is being made . About Bluetooth icons The following icons are switched to Bluetooth signal on the device to be called "passkey," "PIN code," "PIN number" or "Password," etc., depending on ....
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... this unit 1 Be sure that both this unit and the audio device are switched to Bluetooth signal on. 2 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly until "BT PHONE" appears. 2 Press and hold (handsfree) or use your cellular phone. Receiving calls When receiving a call . 1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly until "BT PHONE" appears. 2 Press (...on the rear of the front panel (page 8). Connecting an audio device 1 Be sure that both this unit and the audio device are switched to Bluetooth signal on. 2 Connect to this unit using the audio device. " " appears when the connection is being made . " " flashes while the...
... this unit 1 Be sure that both this unit and the audio device are switched to Bluetooth signal on. 2 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly until "BT PHONE" appears. 2 Press and hold (handsfree) or use your cellular phone. Receiving calls When receiving a call . 1 Press (SOURCE) repeatedly until "BT PHONE" appears. 2 Press (...on the rear of the front panel (page 8). Connecting an audio device 1 Be sure that both this unit and the audio device are switched to Bluetooth signal on. 2 Connect to this unit using the audio device. " " appears when the connection is being made . " " flashes while the...
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... to +18 dB). Operating an audio device with a cellular phone connected to start playback. 4 Adjust the volume on this unit, playback of Bluetooth technology. (The operation differs depending on the audio device.) To Play Pause Skip tracks Press (6) (PAUSE)* on this unit. (6) (PAUSE)* ... tag while seated in the car, via this unit with sound recognition. SEEK -/+ (./>) [once for any difference between the unit and the Bluetooth audio device. 1 Start playback of the cellular phone's recognition function. Notes • During audio device playback, information such as the engine running...
... to +18 dB). Operating an audio device with a cellular phone connected to start playback. 4 Adjust the volume on this unit, playback of Bluetooth technology. (The operation differs depending on the audio device.) To Play Pause Skip tracks Press (6) (PAUSE)* on this unit. (6) (PAUSE)* ... tag while seated in the car, via this unit with sound recognition. SEEK -/+ (./>) [once for any difference between the unit and the Bluetooth audio device. 1 Start playback of the cellular phone's recognition function. Notes • During audio device playback, information such as the engine running...
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... volume) Adjusts the subwoofer volume. ("ATT" is adjustable in 1 dB steps, from 7 music types. BTA*3 (BT-Audio level) Adjusts the volume level for each connected Bluetooth audio device: "+18 dB" - "0 dB" - This setting negates the need to +10 dB. The volume level is the lowest setting.) AUX*2 (AUX level) Adjusts the... an equalizer curve from -10 dB to adjust the volume level between sources (page 19). *1 When EQ3 is activated. *2 When AUX source is activated. *3 When Bluetooth audio source is complete. 5 Press (BACK). MIC*1 -
... volume) Adjusts the subwoofer volume. ("ATT" is adjustable in 1 dB steps, from 7 music types. BTA*3 (BT-Audio level) Adjusts the volume level for each connected Bluetooth audio device: "+18 dB" - "0 dB" - This setting negates the need to +10 dB. The volume level is the lowest setting.) AUX*2 (AUX level) Adjusts the... an equalizer curve from -10 dB to adjust the volume level between sources (page 19). *1 When EQ3 is activated. *2 When AUX source is activated. *3 When Bluetooth audio source is complete. 5 Press (BACK). MIC*1 -
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...the operation of a wireless LAN device, turn off this unit is an international standard supported by various companies worldwide. CD-R/CD-RW other Bluetooth devices in music CD format or MP3 format conforming to face one another, such is not responsible for the leakage of companies all... Bluetooth devices cannot be authenticated. - There is present, in communication speed deterioration, noise, or invalid connection if this unit ...
...the operation of a wireless LAN device, turn off this unit is an international standard supported by various companies worldwide. CD-R/CD-RW other Bluetooth devices in music CD format or MP3 format conforming to face one another, such is not responsible for the leakage of companies all... Bluetooth devices cannot be authenticated. - There is present, in communication speed deterioration, noise, or invalid connection if this unit ...
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..., stop using the Bluetooth device immediately. If the fuse blows, check the power connection and replace the fuse. Fuse (10 A) Cleaning the connectors The unit may occur. In such a case, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Otherwise, the connectors may be shorter, depending on radio ...use one matching the amperage rating stated on the device to be connected, it may explode if mistreated. - While talking on the phone hands free, noise may occur, depending on the device or communication environment. • Depending on the original fuse. Maintenance Replacing the lithium battery ...
..., stop using the Bluetooth device immediately. If the fuse blows, check the power connection and replace the fuse. Fuse (10 A) Cleaning the connectors The unit may occur. In such a case, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Otherwise, the connectors may be shorter, depending on radio ...use one matching the amperage rating stated on the device to be connected, it may explode if mistreated. - While talking on the phone hands free, noise may occur, depending on the device or communication environment. • Depending on the original fuse. Maintenance Replacing the lithium battery ...
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...Output: 17 Watts RMS × 4 at 4 Ohms < 1% THD+N SN Ratio: 82 dBA (reference: 1 Watt into 4 Ohms) CD Player section Signal-to-noise ratio: 120 dB Frequency response: 10 - 20,000 Hz Wow and flutter: Below measurable limit Tuner section FM ...connector Intermediate frequency: 25 kHz Sensitivity: 26 µV USB Player section Interface: USB (Full-speed) Maximum current: 500mA Wireless Communication Communication System: Bluetooth Standard version 2.0 Output: Bluetooth Standard Power Class 2 (Max. +4 dBm) Maximum communication range: Line of sight approx. 10 m (33 ft)*1 Frequency band: 2.4 GHz...
...Output: 17 Watts RMS × 4 at 4 Ohms < 1% THD+N SN Ratio: 82 dBA (reference: 1 Watt into 4 Ohms) CD Player section Signal-to-noise ratio: 120 dB Frequency response: 10 - 20,000 Hz Wow and flutter: Below measurable limit Tuner section FM ...connector Intermediate frequency: 25 kHz Sensitivity: 26 µV USB Player section Interface: USB (Full-speed) Maximum current: 500mA Wireless Communication Communication System: Bluetooth Standard version 2.0 Output: Bluetooth Standard Power Class 2 (Max. +4 dBm) Maximum communication range: Line of sight approx. 10 m (33 ft)*1 Frequency band: 2.4 GHz...
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...8226; Check the connection or fuse. • If the unit is in pause. Support site http://esupport.sony.com http://www.xplodsony.com/ General No power is being supplied to the ATT lead) is activated. ... some of the fader control "FAD" is not set for a 2-speaker system. • The Bluetooth audio device is turned off and the display disappears, it is not solved, visit the following checklist will... not matched correctly with an RCA pin cord): RC-61 (1 m), RC-62 (2 m) CD changer (10 discs): CDX-757MX CD changer (6 discs): CDX-T69 Source selector: XA-C40 AUX-IN selector: XA-300 USB ...
...8226; Check the connection or fuse. • If the unit is in pause. Support site http://esupport.sony.com http://www.xplodsony.com/ General No power is being supplied to the ATT lead) is activated. ... some of the fader control "FAD" is not set for a 2-speaker system. • The Bluetooth audio device is turned off and the display disappears, it is not solved, visit the following checklist will... not matched correctly with an RCA pin cord): RC-61 (1 m), RC-62 (2 m) CD changer (10 discs): CDX-757MX CD changer (6 discs): CDX-T69 Source selector: XA-C40 AUX-IN selector: XA-300 USB ...
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... local seek mode is incompatible with a complicated tree structure. - The disc does not playback. • Defective or dirty disc. • The CD-Rs/CD-RWs are dirty (page 25). MP3/WMA/AAC files take a longer time to which data can be loaded. • Another disc is controlled... from a Bluetooth device or vice versa. t Connect a power antenna (aerial) control lead (blue) or accessory power supply lead (red) to this unit from one side (this unit cannot be received. The connection is already loaded. • The disc has ...
... local seek mode is incompatible with a complicated tree structure. - The disc does not playback. • Defective or dirty disc. • The CD-Rs/CD-RWs are dirty (page 25). MP3/WMA/AAC files take a longer time to which data can be loaded. • Another disc is controlled... from a Bluetooth device or vice versa. t Connect a power antenna (aerial) control lead (blue) or accessory power supply lead (red) to this unit from one side (this unit cannot be received. The connection is already loaded. • The disc has ...