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Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom of the unit. Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. Serial No.
Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. MEX-N5100BT/MEX-N4100BT 4-548-379-11(1)
Right 010COV.book Page 3 Thursday, September 18, 2014 10:49 AM Important notice Caution IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR OTHER DAMAGES INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF REVENUE, LOSS OF DATA, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ANY ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT, DOWNTIME, AND PURCHASER’S TIME RELATED TO...
Activate voice dial, voice recognition when the ALBUM / “SongPal” function is on (Android™ phone only), or the Siri function (iPhone only). Skip an album for audio device. Press and hold to skip albums continuously. MEX-N5100BT/MEX-N4100BT 4-548-379-11(1)
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MEGA BASS Press to turn on/off the MEGA BASS function. PTY (program type) Select PTY in RDS. CAT (category) (MEX-N5100BT only) Select radio channels in SiriusXM. AUX input jack DSPL (display) Press to change display items.
(hereafter “BLUETOOTH device” if not otherwise specified). For details on connecting, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the device. Before connecting the device, turn down the volume of this unit; otherwise, loud sound may result. MEX-N5100BT/MEX-N4100BT 4-548-379-11(1)
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To cancel pairing time, mutual registration (called “pairing”) is Perform step 2 to cancel the pairing mode after this required. Pairing enables this unit and other devices unit and the BLUETOOTH device are paired. to recognize each other. MEX-N5100BT/MEX-N4100BT 4-548-379-11(1)
With BLUETOOTH signal on: when the ignition is turned to on, this unit reconnects automatically to the last- connected cellular phone. To install the microphone For details, see “Installing the microphone (MEX- N5100BT only)” (page 34). MEX-N5100BT/MEX-N4100BT 4-548-379-11(1)
Storing manually While receiving the station that you want to store, press and hold a number button (1 to 6) until [MEM] appears. Receiving the stored stations Select the band, then press a number button (1 to 6). MEX-N5100BT/MEX-N4100BT 4-548-379-11(1)
Listening to the SiriusXM Radio To receive the stored channel, press MODE to select [SX1], [SX2] or [SX3], then press a number button (1 (MEX-N5100BT only) to 6). To set a parental control The parental control feature allows you to limit Activating your SiriusXM Subscription access to SiriusXM channels with mature content.
If a device is already connected, to start playback, press SRC to select [USB] ([IPD] appears in the display when the iPod is recognized). Adjust the volume on this unit. To stop playback Press and hold OFF for 1 second. MEX-N5100BT/MEX-N4100BT 4-548-379-11(1)
The selected item appears. volume on the unit. Press MENU, then select [SET SOUND] [SET BTA Rotate the control dial to select the VOL] (page 20). desired item, then press it. Playback starts. MEX-N5100BT/MEX-N4100BT 4-548-379-11(1)
(e.g., 123456) in this unit and the mobile device, then press ENTER on this unit and select [Yes] on the mobile device. When activating the BLUETOOTH function You can adjust the volume level. Press MENU, then select [SET SOUND] [SET BTA VOL] (page 20). MEX-N5100BT/MEX-N4100BT 4-548-379-11(1)
The phone number appears in the display of this unit. number from the number list, then press Press and hold a number button (1 to 6) until [MEM] appears. The phone call starts. The contact is stored in the selected preset number. MEX-N5100BT/MEX-N4100BT 4-548-379-11(1)
To adjust the ringtone volume “SongPal” is an app for controlling Sony audio devices Rotate the control dial while receiving a call. which are compatible with “SongPal”, by your iPhone/ Android phone.
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For details on settings, refer to the help of the Making sound and display settings application. You can adjust the settings relating to sound and display via iPhone/Android phone. For details on settings, refer to the help of the application. MEX-N5100BT/MEX-N4100BT 4-548-379-11(1)
General Setup (GENERAL) activated. CLOCK-ADJ (clock adjust) (page 7) CAUT ALM (caution alarm) Activates the caution alarm: [ON], [OFF] (page 7). (Available only while the source is off and the clock is displayed.) BEEP Activates the beep sound: [ON], [OFF]. MEX-N5100BT/MEX-N4100BT 4-548-379-11(1)
Right 010COV.book Page 19 Thursday, September 18, 2014 10:49 AM AUTO OFF SXM RESET (SiriusXM reset) (MEX-N5100BT only) Shuts off automatically after a desired time Initializes the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner when the unit is turned off: [NO], [30S] (30...
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Selects the subwoofer cut-off frequency: [50Hz], volume level between sources. [60Hz], [80Hz], [100Hz], [120Hz]. LPF SLOP (low pass filter slope) Selects the LPF slope: [1], [2], [3]. * Does not appear when [SET F/R POS] is set to [OFF]. MEX-N5100BT/MEX-N4100BT 4-548-379-11(1)
SND SYNC (sound synchronization) Selects the color with sound synchronization: Establish and terminate “SongPal” function [ON], [OFF]. (connection). WHT MENU (white menu) (MEX-N5100BT only) You can display the menu more clearly (white) without concern for color setting: [ON], [OFF]. MEX-N5100BT/MEX-N4100BT 4-548-379-11(1)
Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart, iPod touch square, star). Attempting to do so may damage (3rd generation)* the unit. iPod touch 8 cm (3 in) discs. (2nd generation)* MEX-N5100BT/MEX-N4100BT 4-548-379-11(1)
If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit that are not covered in this manual, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Specifications FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE USA. NOT Maintenance APPLICABLE IN CANADA, INCLUDING IN THE PROVINCE OF QUEBEC.
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Frequency response: 10 – 20,000 Hz terminal (REM OUT) Wow and flutter: Below measurable limit Inputs: Corresponding codec: MP3 (.mp3), WMA (.wma) SiriusXM input terminal (MEX-N5100BT only) and AAC (.m4a) Remote controller input terminal Antenna (aerial) input terminal USB Player section...
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PTY displays [- - - - - - - -]. fails several times, make BLUETOOTH connection The current station is not an RDS station. manually. RDS data has not been received. The station does not specify the program type. MEX-N5100BT/MEX-N4100BT 4-548-379-11(1)
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If the sound is output from the cellular phone, set The phone is not connected. the cellular phone to output the sound from the When BLUETOOTH audio is played, the phone is car speakers. not connected even if you press CALL. Connect from the phone. MEX-N5100BT/MEX-N4100BT 4-548-379-11(1)
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Operate your iPod/iPhone to start playback. NO DEV: A USB device is not connected or APP DISCNCT: The application is disconnected. Make the “SongPal” connection (page 16). recognized. Make sure the USB device or USB cable is securely connected. MEX-N5100BT/MEX-N4100BT 4-548-379-11(1)
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Wait for a while, then try again. channel. PAN MAINT: The Pandora® server is under maintenance. Wait for a while, then try again. MEX-N5100BT/MEX-N4100BT 4-548-379-11(1)
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If these solutions do not help improve the situation, consult your nearest Sony dealer. If you take the unit to be repaired because of CD playback trouble, bring the disc that was used at the time the problem began.
Choose the installation location carefully so that the unit will not interfere with normal driving operations. Avoid installing the unit in areas subject to dust, For MEX-N5100BT dirt, excessive vibration, or high temperature, such as in direct sunlight or near heater ducts.
* from a car antenna (aerial) *1 Not supplied *6 For details on installing the microphone, see “Installing the microphone (MEX-N5100BT only)” *2 Speaker impedance: 4 – 8 Ω × 4 (page 34). *3 RCA pin cord (not supplied) *4 Depending on the type of car, use an adaptor for a wired remote control (not supplied).
Secure the cord with a clamp, etc., if it is *3 RCA pin cord (not supplied) installed around your feet. *4 Depending on the type of car, use an adaptor for a *6 AUDIO OUT can be switched SUB or REAR. wired remote control (not supplied). MEX-N5100BT/MEX-N4100BT 4-548-379-11(1)
This connection is only for amplifiers and a power antenna (aerial). Connecting any other system may damage the unit. For MEX-N5100BT: To a car’s illumination signal Cautions Be sure to first connect the black ground (earth) It is extremely dangerous if the cord becomes lead to a common ground (earth) point.
You may not be able to install this unit in some Insert both release keys until they makes of Japanese cars. In such a case, consult your click, and pull down the bracket , then Sony dealer. pull up the unit to separate. TOYOTA ...
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If the fuse blows, check the power connection and replace the fuse. If the fuse blows again after replacement, there may be an internal malfunction. In such a case, consult your nearest Sony dealer. MEX-N5100BT/MEX-N4100BT 4-548-379-11(1)
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Cependant, cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé en gardant une distance de 20 cm ou plus entre le dispositif rayonnant et le corps. ATTENTION L’utilisation d’instruments optiques avec ce produit augmente les risques pour les yeux. MEX-N5100BT/MEX-N4100BT 4-548-379-11(1)