MEXGS820BT Bluetooth Audio System Users Manual

 

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GS820BTUC\010COV.fm masterpage: Cover 010COV.book Page 1 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM 4-698-030-11(1) Bluetooth Audio System Operating Instructions GB Mode demploi FR Owners Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. MEX-GS820BT Serial No. To cancel the demonstration (DEMO) display, see page 21. For the connection/installation, see page 39. Pour annuler laffichage de dmonstration (DEMO), reportez-vous la page 00. Pour le raccordement/linstallation, reportez-vous la page 00. MEX-GS820BT MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

GS820BTUC\020INT.fm masterpage: Left 010COV.book Page 2 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM For safety, be sure to install this unit in the dashboard of the car as the left side of the unit becomes hot during use. For details, see Connection/Installation

(page 39). The nameplate indicating operating voltage, etc., is located on the bottom of the chassis. Avertissement Le prsent appareil est conforme aux CNR dIndustrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. Lexploitation est autorise aux deux conditions suivantes :

(1) lappareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage;

(2) lutilisateur de lappareil doit accepter tout brouillage radiolectrique subi, mme si le brouillage est susceptible den compromettre le fonctionnement. l'exposition aux RF Lantenne (ou les antennes) doit tre install e de fa on maintenir tout instant une distance minimum de au moins 20 cm entre la source de radiation (lantenne) et toute personne physique. Warning FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE USA. NOT APPLICABLE IN CANADA, INCLUDING IN THE PROVINCE OF QUEBEC. POUR LES CLIENTS AUX TATS-UNIS. NON APPLICABLE AU CANADA, Y COMPRIS LA PROVINCE DE QUBEC. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. 2GB MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

GS820BTUC\020INT.fm masterpage: Right_S ideIndex 010COV.book Page 3 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry Canada's licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause interference;

and

(2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power

(e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication. This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that is deemed to comply without maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE). CAUTION The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. For the State of California, USA only Perchlorate Material special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/

perchlorate WARNING: Do not ingest battery, Chemical Burn Hazard. The remote commander contains a coin/button cell battery. If the coin/button cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in just 2 hours and can lead to death. Keep new and used batteries away from children. If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from children. If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate medical attention. Note on the lithium battery Do not expose the battery to excessive heat such as direct sunlight, fire or the like. Warning if your cars ignition has no ACC position Be sure to set the AUTO OFF function

(page 22). The unit will shut off completely and automatically in the set time after the unit is turned off, which prevents battery drain. If you do not set the AUTO OFF function, press and hold OFF until the display disappears each time you turn the ignition off. Disclaimer regarding services offered by third parties Services offered by third parties may be changed, suspended, or terminated without prior notice. Sony does not bear any responsibility in these sorts of situations. 3GB MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

GS820BTUC\020INT.fm masterpage: Left 010COV.book Page 4 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM 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 PURCHASERS TIME RELATED TO OR ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, ITS HARDWARE AND/OR ITS SOFTWARE. Dear customer, this product includes a radio transmitter. Please check your vehicle operation manual or contact the manufacturer of your vehicle or your vehicle dealer, before you install this product into your vehicle. Emergency calls This BLUETOOTH car handsfree and the electronic device connected to the handsfree operate using radio signals, cellular, and landline networks as well as user-programmed function, which cannot guarantee connection under all conditions. Therefore do not rely solely upon any electronic device for essential communications (such as medical emergencies). On BLUETOOTH communication Microwaves emitting from a BLUETOOTH device may affect the operation of electronic medical devices. Turn off this unit and other BLUETOOTH devices in the following locations, as it may cause an accident. where inflammable gas is present, in a hospital, train, airplane, or petrol station near automatic doors or a fire alarm This unit supports security capabilities that comply with the BLUETOOTH standard to provide a secure connection when the BLUETOOTH wireless technology is used, but security may not be enough depending on the setting. Be careful when communicating using BLUETOOTH wireless technology. 4GB We do not take any responsibility for the leakage of information during BLUETOOTH communication. If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit that are not covered in this manual, consult your nearest Sony dealer. MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

GS820BTUC\030TOC.fm masterpage: Right 010COV.book Page 5 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM Settings Canceling the DEMO Mode . 21 Basic Setting Operation. 21 General Setup (GENERAL) . 22 Sound Setup (SOUND) . 23 Display Setup (DISPLAY) . 25 BLUETOOTH Setup (BLUETOOTH) . 25 Sony | Music Center Setup

(SONY APP) . 26 Additional Information Updating the Firmware . 26 Precautions . 26 Maintenance. 28 Specifications . 28 Troubleshooting . 31 Messages . 35 Connection/Installation Cautions . 39 Parts List for Installation . 39 Connection . 40 Installation . 43 Table of Contents Warning . 2 Guide to Parts and Controls. 6 Getting Started Detaching the Front Panel . 8 Resetting the Unit. 8 Setting the Clock. 8 Checking the Battery Voltage . 8 Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device . 9 Connecting a USB Device. 11 Connecting Other Portable Audio Device . 11 Listening to the Radio Listening to the Radio . 12 Using Radio Data System (RDS). 12 Listening to the SiriusXM Radio . 13 Playback Playing a Disc . 14 Playing a USB Device . 14 Playing a BLUETOOTH Device . 15 Searching and Playing Tracks . 15 Listening to Pandora Setting up Pandora. 16 Streaming Pandora . 16 Available Operations in Pandora . 17 Handsfree Calling (via BLUETOOTH only) Receiving a Call. 17 Making a Call. 17 Available Operations during Call. 19 Useful Functions Sony | Music Center with iPhone/Android smartphone. 19 Using Siri Eyes Free. 20 5GB MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

GS820BTUC\040CD.fm masterpage: Left 010COV.book Page 6 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM Guide to Parts and Controls Main unit Front panel removed (inner panel) Front panel release button SRC (source) Turn on the power. Change the source. OFF Press and hold for 1 second to turn the source off and display the clock. Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to turn off the power and the display. If the unit is turned off and the display disappears, operation by the remote commander is not available. Control dial Rotate to adjust the volume. PUSH ENTER Enter the selected item. Press SRC, rotate then press to change the source (timeout in 2 seconds). 6GB MENU Open the setup menu. VOICE (page 18, 20, 21) Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to activate voice dial, voice recognition

(Android smartphone only), or the Siri function (iPhone only). N-Mark Touch the control dial with Android smartphone to make BLUETOOTH connection. Disc slot Display window

/

(SEEK /+) Tune in radio stations automatically. Press and hold to tune manually.

/ (prev/next)

/ (fast-reverse/fast-forward)

(disc eject) PTY (program type) Select PTY in RDS.

(browse) (page 13, 16, 17) Enter the browse mode during playback.

(Not available when a USB device in Android mode or iPod is connected.) MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

GS820BTUC\040CD.fm masterpage: Right 010COV.book Page 7 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM CALL Enter the call menu. Receive/end a call. Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to switch the BLUETOOTH signal.

(back) Return to the previous display. MODE (page 12, 13, 17, 19) Receptor for the remote commander Number buttons (1 to 6) Receive stored radio stations. Press and hold to store stations. ALBUM /

Skip an album for audio device. Press and hold to skip albums continuously.

(Not available when a USB device in Android mode or iPod is connected.) Press to thumbs up, or to thumbs down in Pandora (page 17).

(repeat)

(Not available when a USB device in Android mode is connected.)

(shuffle)

(Not available when a USB device in Android mode is connected.) MIC (page 19)

(play/pause) EXTRA BASS Reinforce bass sound in synchronization with the volume level. Press to change the EXTRA BASS setting: [1], [2], [OFF]. AUX input jack DSPL (display) Change display items. SCRL (scroll) Press and hold to scroll a display item. USB port RESET (inner panel) (page 8) RM-X231 Remote commander The VOL (volume) + button has a tactile dot. CALL Enter the call menu. Receive/end a call. SOUND Open the SOUND menu directly. MENU Press and hold to open the setup menu.

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Select a setup item, etc. ENTER Enter the selected item. Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to establish or terminate the Sony |

Music Center function.

/ (prev/next)

+/ (album +/) VOL (volume) +/

Remove the insulation film before use. 7GB MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

GS820BTUC\040CD.fm masterpage: Left 010COV.book Page 8 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM Getting Started Detaching the Front Panel You can detach the front panel of this unit to prevent theft. 1 Press and hold OFF until the unit turns off, press the front panel release button , then pull the panel towards you to remove. Caution alarm If you turn the ignition switch to the OFF position without detaching the front panel, the caution alarm will sound for a few seconds. The alarm will only sound if the built-in amplifier is used. Serial numbers Make sure the serial numbers on the bottom of the unit and the back of the front panel are matched correctly. Otherwise you cannot make BLUETOOTH pairing, connection and disconnection by NFC. Attaching the front panel 8GB Resetting the Unit Before operating the unit for the first time, or after replacing the car battery or changing connections, you must reset the unit. Press RESET on the inner panel with a ball-

point pen, etc., after detaching the front panel. Note Resetting the unit will erase the clock setting and some stored contents. Setting the Clock 1 Press MENU, rotate the control dial to select [GENERAL], then press it. 2 Rotate the control dial to select [SET CLOCK-ADJ], then press it. The hour indication flashes. 3 Rotate the control dial to set the hour and minute. To move the digital indication, press

/ (SEEK /+). 4 After setting the minute, press MENU. The setup is complete and the clock starts. To display the clock Press DSPL. Checking the Battery Voltage You can check the current battery voltage.

(Not available while the source is off and the clock is displayed.) 1 Press DSPL repeatedly until the battery voltage display appears. MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

GS820BTUC\040CD.fm masterpage: Right 010COV.book Page 9 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device You can enjoy music, or perform handsfree calling depending on the BLUETOOTH compatible device such as a smartphone, cellular phone and audio device (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. Connecting with a Smartphone by One touch (NFC) By touching the control dial on the unit with an NFC* compatible smartphone, the unit is paired and connected with the smartphone automatically.

* NFC (Near Field Communication) is a technology enabling short-range wireless communication between various devices, such as mobile phones and IC tags. Thanks to the NFC function, data communication can be achieved easily just by touching the relevant symbol or designated location on NFC compatible devices. For a smartphone with Android OS 4.0 or lower installed, downloading the app NFC Easy Connect available at Google Play is required. The app may not be downloadable in some countries/regions. 1 Activate the NFC function on the smartphone. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the smartphone. 2 Touch the N-Mark part of the unit with the N-Mark part of the smartphone. Make sure that of the unit. lights up on the display To disconnect by One touch Touch the N-Mark part of the unit with the N-Mark part of the smartphone again. Notes When making the connection, handle the smartphone carefully to prevent scratches. One touch connection is not possible when the unit is already connected to two NFC compatible devices. In this case, disconnect either device, and make connection with the smartphone again. Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device When connecting a BLUETOOTH device for the first time, mutual registration (called pairing) is required. Pairing enables this unit and other devices to recognize each other. This unit can connect two BLUETOOTH devices (two cellular phones, or a cellular phone and an audio device). 1 Place the BLUETOOTH device within 1 m (3 ft) of this unit. 2 Press MENU, rotate the control dial to select [BLUETOOTH], then press it. 3 Rotate the control dial to select [SET PAIRING], then press it. 4 Rotate the control dial to select [SET DEVICE 1]* or [SET DEVICE 2]*, then press it. flashes while the unit is in pairing standby mode.

* [SET DEVICE 1] or [SET DEVICE 2] will be changed to the paired device name after pairing is complete. 5 Perform pairing on the BLUETOOTH device so it detects this unit. 9GB MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

GS820BTUC\040CD.fm 010COV.book Page 10 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM masterpage: Left 6 Select [MEX-GS820BT] (your model name) shown in the display of the BLUETOOTH device. If your model name does not appear, repeat from step 2. Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device To use a paired device, connection with this unit is required. Some paired devices will connect automatically. MEX-GS820BT 7 If passkey* input is required on the BLUETOOTH device, input [0000].

* Passkey may be called Passcode, PIN code, PIN number or Password, etc., depending on the device. Input passkey

[0000]

When pairing is made, stays lit. 8 Select this unit on the BLUETOOTH device to establish the BLUETOOTH connection. or made. lights up when the connection is Note While connecting to a BLUETOOTH device, this unit cannot be detected from another device. To enable detection, enter the pairing mode and search for this unit from another device. To start playback For details, see Playing a BLUETOOTH Device (page 15). To disconnect the paired device Perform steps 2 to 4 to disconnect after this unit and the BLUETOOTH device are paired. 10GB 1 Press MENU, rotate the control dial to select [BLUETOOTH], then press it. 2 Rotate the control dial to select [SET BT SIGNL], then press it. Make sure that lights up. 3 Activate the BLUETOOTH function on the BLUETOOTH device. 4 Operate the BLUETOOTH device to connect to this unit. or lights up. Icons in the display:

Lights up when handsfree calling is available by enabling the HFP

(Handsfree Profile). Lights up when the audio device is playable by enabling the A2DP

(Advanced Audio Distribution Profile). To connect the last-connected device from this unit Activate the BLUETOOTH function on the BLUETOOTH device. To connect with the audio device, press SRC to select [BT AUDIO] and press (play/

pause). To connect with the cellular phone, press CALL. Note While streaming BLUETOOTH audio, you cannot connect from this unit to the cellular phone. Connect from the cellular phone to this unit instead. Tip With BLUETOOTH signal on: when the ignition is turned to on, this unit reconnects automatically to the last-connected cellular phone. MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

GS820BTUC\040CD.fm masterpage: Right 010COV.book Page 11 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM To install the microphone For details, see Installing the microphone

(page 42). 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 paired and connected with the iPhone/iPod automatically. To enable BLUETOOTH Auto Pairing, make sure [SET AUTOPAIR] in [BLUETOOTH] is set to [ON] (page 25). 1 Activate the BLUETOOTH function on the iPhone/iPod. 2 Connect an iPhone/iPod to the USB port. Make sure that of the unit. lights up on the display Notes BLUETOOTH Auto Pairing is not possible if the unit is already connected to two BLUETOOTH devices. In this case, disconnect either device, then connect the iPhone/iPod again. If BLUETOOTH Auto Pairing is not established, see Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device (page 9). Connecting a USB Device 1 Turn down the volume on the unit. 2 Connect the USB device to the unit. To connect an iPod/iPhone, use the USB connection cable for iPod (not supplied). Connecting Other Portable Audio Device 1 Turn off the portable audio device. 2 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 a straight type plug. 4 Press SRC to select [AUX]. To match the volume level of the connected device to other sources Start playback of the portable audio device at a moderate volume, and set your usual listening volume on the unit. Press MENU, then select [SOUND] [SET AUX VOL] (page 24). 11GB MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

GS820BTUC\040CD.fm 010COV.book Page 12 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM masterpage: Left Listening to the Radio Listening to the Radio To listen to the radio, press SRC to select

[TUNER]. Storing automatically (BTM) 1 Press MODE to change the band (FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1 or AM2). 2 Press MENU, rotate the control dial to select [GENERAL], then press it. 3 Rotate the control dial to select [SET BTM], then press it. The unit stores stations in order of frequency on the number buttons. Tuning 1 Press MODE to change the band (FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1 or AM2). 2 Perform tuning. To tune manually Press and hold / (SEEK /+) to locate the approximate frequency, then press / (SEEK /+) repeatedly to finely adjust to the desired frequency. To tune automatically Press / (SEEK /+). Scanning stops when the unit receives a station. Storing manually 1 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 1 Select the band, then press a number button (1 to 6). 12GB Using Radio Data System

(RDS) Selecting program types (PTY) 1 Press PTY during FM reception. 2 Rotate the control dial until the desired program type appears, then press it. The unit starts to search for a station broadcasting the selected program type. Type of programs NEWS (News), INFORM (Information), SPORTS

(Sports), TALK (Talk), ROCK (Rock), CLS ROCK

(Classic Rock), ADLT HIT (Adult Hits), SOFT RCK

(Soft Rock), TOP 40 (Top 40), COUNTRY

(Country), OLDIES (Oldies), SOFT (Soft), NOSTALGA (Nostalgia), JAZZ (Jazz), CLASSICL

(Classical), R & B (Rhythm and Blues), SOFT R&B

(Soft Rhythm and Blues), LANGUAGE (Foreign Language), REL MUSC (Religious Music), REL TALK (Religious Talk), PERSNLTY (Personality), PUBLIC (Public), COLLEGE (College), HABL ESP

(Spanish Talk), MUSC ESP (Spanish Music), HIP HOP (Hip-Hop), WEATHER (Weather) Setting clock time (CT) The CT data from the RDS transmission sets the clock. 1 Set [SET CT] in [GENERAL] to [CT-ON]

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GS820BTUC\040CD.fm masterpage: Right 010COV.book Page 13 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM Listening to the SiriusXM Radio Activating your SiriusXM Subscription Only SiriusXM brings you more of what you love to listen to, all in one place. Get over 140 channels, including commercial-free music plus the best sports, news, talk, comedy and entertainment. Welcome to the world of satellite radio. A SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner and Subscription are required. For more information, visit www.siriusxm.com After installing your SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner and antenna, press SRC to select [SIRIUSXM]. You should be able to hear the SiriusXM preview channel on Channel 1. After verifying that you can hear the preview channel, select Channel 0 to find the Radio ID of your tuner. In addition, the Radio ID is located on the bottom of the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner and its packaging. You will need this number to activate your subscription. Write the number down for reference. In the USA, you can activate online or by calling SiriusXM Listener Care:

Online:Visit www.siriusxm.com/activatenow Phone: Call 1-866-635-2349 In Canada, you can activate online or by calling SiriusXM Listener Care:

Online:Visit www.siriusxm.ca/activatexm Phone: Call 1-877-438-9677 As part of the activation process, the SiriusXM satellites will send an activation message to your tuner. When your radio detects that the tuner has received the activation message, your radio will display:

[SUBSCRIPTION UPDATED - PRESS ENT TO CONTINUE]. Once subscribed, you can tune to channels in your subscription plan. Notes The activation process usually takes 10 to 15 minutes, but may take up to an hour. Your radio will need to be turned on and receiving the SiriusXM signal to receive the activation message. Selecting channels for SiriusXM 1 Press 2 Rotate the control dial to select

(browse).

[CHANNEL], then press it. 3 Rotate the control dial to select the desired channel, then press it. To select channels with rapid browse mode Press and hold or of remote commander more than 2 seconds after

[CHANNEL] selected, then press ENTER. To select channels from categories 1 Press 2 Rotate the control dial to select [CATEGORY],

(browse). then press it. 3 Rotate the control dial to select the desired category, then press it. The channel list appears. 4 Rotate the control dial to select the desired channel, then press it. To store channels 1 While receiving the channel that you want to store, press and hold a number button (1 to 6) until [MEM] appears. To receive the stored channel, press MODE to select the Band you want ([SX1], [SX2] or

[SX3]), then press a number button (1 to 6).

(Each Band can store up to 6 channels.) To set a parental control The parental control feature allows you to limit access to SiriusXM channels with mature content. When enabled, the parental control feature requires you to enter a passcode to tune to the locked channels. Information on setting up the passcode and locking channels can be found below. 1 Press MENU and rotate the control dial. 2 Select [GENERAL] [SXM PARENTAL]

[LOCK SELECT] [LOCK-ON]. 13GB MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

GS820BTUC\040CD.fm 010COV.book Page 14 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM masterpage: Left 3 Enter the passcode by rotating the control dial on the unit or pressing / on the remote commander. To move the entry position, press / (SEEK

/+) on the unit or / on the remote commander. The initial passcode is [0000]. 4 After entering the passcode, press ENTER. To unlock the channels, select [LOCK-OFF]. To change the passcode 1 Press MENU and rotate the control dial. 2 Select [GENERAL] [SXM PARENTAL]

[CODE EDIT]. 3 Enter the current passcode on the current passcode input display, then press ENTER. The initial passcode is [0000]. 4 Enter your new 4-digit passcode on the new passcode input display, then press ENTER. To change display items Press DSPL to change as follows:

Channel Number (Default) Channel Name Artist Name Song Title Content Info Category Name Clock Battery Voltage Playback Playing a Disc 1 Insert the disc (label side up). Playback starts automatically. Playing a USB Device In these Operating Instructions, iPod is used as a general reference for the iPod functions on an iPod and iPhone, unless otherwise specified by the text or illustrations. For details on the compatibility of your iPod, see About iPod (page 27) or visit the support site on the back cover. AOA (Android Open Accessory) 2.0, MSC

(Mass Storage Class) and MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) type USB devices*

compliant with the USB standard can be used. Depending on the USB device, the Android mode or MSC/MTP mode can be selected on the unit. Some digital media players or Android smartphones may require setting to MTP mode.

* e.g., a USB flash drive, digital media player, Android smartphone Notes For details on the compatibility of your USB device, visit the support site on the back cover. Smartphones with Android OS 4.1 or higher 14GB installed support Android Open Accessory 2.0

(AOA 2.0). However, some smartphones may not fully support AOA 2.0 even if Android OS 4.1 or higher is installed. For details on the compatibility of your Android smartphone, visit the support site on the back cover. MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

GS820BTUC\040CD.fm masterpage: Right 010COV.book Page 15 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM Playback of the following files is not supported. MP3/WMA/AAC/FLAC:

copyright-protected files DRM (Digital Rights Management) files Multi-channel audio files MP3/WMA/AAC:

lossless compression files WAV:

Multi-channel audio files Before making a connection, select the USB mode (Android mode or MSC/MTP mode) depending on the USB device (page 22). 1 Connect a USB device to the USB port

(page 11). Playback starts. If a device is already connected, to start playback, press SRC to select [USB1] for the USB port on the front, [USB2] for the USB port on the rear ([IPD] appears in the display when the iPod is recognized). 2 Adjust the volume on this unit. To stop playback Press and hold OFF for 1 second. To remove the device Stop playback, then remove the device. Caution for iPhone When you connect an iPhone via USB, phone call volume is controlled by the iPhone, not the unit. Do not inadvertently increase the volume on the unit during a call, as a sudden loud sound may result when the call ends. Playing a BLUETOOTH Device You can play contents on a connected device that supports BLUETOOTH A2DP

(Advanced Audio Distribution Profile). 1 Make BLUETOOTH connection with the audio device (page 9). To select the audio device, press MENU, then select [BLUETOOTH] [SET AUDIODEV] (page 25). 2 Press SRC to select [BT AUDIO]. 3 Operate the audio device to start playback. 4 Adjust the volume on this unit. Notes Depending on the audio device, information such as title, track number/time and playback status may not be displayed on this unit. Even if the source is changed on this unit, playback of the audio device does not stop.

[BT AUDIO] does not appear in the display while running the Sony | Music Center application via the BLUETOOTH function. To match the volume level of the BLUETOOTH device to other sources Start playback of the BLUETOOTH audio device at a moderate volume, and set your usual listening volume on the unit. Press MENU, then select [SOUND] [SET BTA VOL] (page 24). Searching and Playing Tracks Repeat play and shuffle play Not available when a USB device in Android mode is connected. 1 During playback, press

(repeat) or

(shuffle) repeatedly to select the desired play mode. Playback in the selected play mode may take time to start. Available play modes differ depending on the selected sound source. 15GB MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

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BrowZer) Listening to Pandora Not available when a USB device in Android mode or iPod is connected. 1 During CD, USB or BT AUDIO*1

(browse)*2 to playback, press display the list of search categories. When the track list appears, press

(back) repeatedly to display the desired search category.

*1 Available only for audio devices supporting AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile) 1.4 or above.

*2 During USB playback, press

(browse) for more than 2 seconds to directly return to the beginning of the category list. 2 Rotate the control dial to select the desired search category, then press it to confirm. 3 Repeat step 2 to search the desired track. Playback starts. To exit the Quick-BrowZer mode Press

(browse). Searching by skipping items

(Jump mode) Not available when a USB device in Android mode or iPod is connected. 1 Press

(browse). 2 Press (SEEK +). 3 Rotate the control dial to select the item. The list is jumped in steps of 10% of the total number of items. 4 Press ENTER to return to the Quick-

BrowZer mode. The selected item appears. 5 Rotate the control dial to select the desired item, then press it. Playback starts. 16GB Pandora is available to stream music through your iPhone and Android smartphone. You can control Pandora on a BLUETOOTH connected iPhone/Android smartphone from this unit. Pandora is only available in certain countries. Please visit http://www.pandora.com/legal for more information. Setting up Pandora 1 Check the compatibility of your mobile device by visiting the support site on the back cover. 2 Download the latest version of the Pandora application from your smartphones app store. A list of compatible devices can be found at www.pandora.com/everywhere/

mobile Streaming Pandora 1 Make BLUETOOTH connection with the audio device (page 9). To select the audio device, press MENU, then select [BLUETOOTH] [SET AUDIODEV] (page 25). 2 Press SRC to select [PANDORA]. 3 Launch Pandora application on your mobile device. 4 Press (play/pause) to start playback. If the device number appears Make sure that the same numbers are displayed (e.g., 123456) in this unit and the mobile device, then press ENTER on this unit and select [Yes] on the mobile device. MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

GS820BTUC\040CD.fm masterpage: Right 010COV.book Page 17 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM When activating the BLUETOOTH function You can adjust the volume level. Press MENU, then select [SOUND] [SET BTA VOL] (page 24). Handsfree Calling (via BLUETOOTH only) Available Operations in Pandora Thumbs feedback Thumbs Up or Thumbs Down feedback allows you to personalize stations. 1 During playback, press (Thumbs Up) or (Thumbs Down). Using the station list The station list allows you to easily select a desired station. 1 During playback, press 2 Press (SEEK +) to select the

(browse). sorting order [BY DATE] or [A TO Z]. 3 Rotate the control dial to select the desired station, then press it. Playback starts. Bookmarking The track currently being played can be bookmarked and stored in your Pandora account. 1 During playback, press MODE. To use a cellular phone, connect it with this unit. You can connect two cellular phones to the unit. For details, see Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device (page 9). Receiving a Call 1 Press CALL when a call is received with a ringtone. The phone call starts. Note The ringtone and talkers voice are output only from the front speakers. To reject the call Press and hold OFF for 1 second. To end the call Press CALL again. Making a Call You can make a call from the phonebook or call history when a cellular phone supporting PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile) is connected. When two cellular phones are connected to the unit, select either phone. From the phonebook 1 Press CALL. When two cellular phones are connected to the unit, rotate the control dial to select either phone, then press it. 2 Rotate the control dial to select

[PHONE BOOK], then press it. 17GB MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

GS820BTUC\040CD.fm 010COV.book Page 18 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM masterpage: Left 3 Rotate the control dial to select an initial from the initial list, then press it. 4 Rotate the control dial to select a name from the name list, then press it. 5 Rotate the control dial to select a number from the number list, then press it. The phone call starts. From the call history 1 Press CALL. When two cellular phones are connected to the unit, rotate the control dial to select either phone, then press it. 2 Rotate the control dial to select

[RECENT CALL], then press it. A list of the call history appears. 3 Rotate the control dial to select a name or phone number from the call history, then press it. The phone call starts. By phone number input 1 Press CALL. When two cellular phones are connected to the unit, rotate the control dial to select either phone, then press it. 2 Rotate the control dial to select [DIAL NUMBER], then press it. 3 Rotate the control dial to enter the phone number, and lastly select [ ]

(space), then press ENTER*. The phone call starts.

* To move the digital indication, press /

(SEEK /+). Note

[_] appears instead of [#] on the display. 18GB By redial 1 Press CALL. When two cellular phones are connected to the unit, rotate the control dial to select either phone, then press it. 2 Rotate the control dial to select

[REDIAL], then press it. The phone call starts. By voice tags You can make a call by saying the voice tag stored in a connected cellular phone that has a voice dialing function. 1 Press CALL. When two cellular phones are connected to the unit, rotate the control dial to select either phone, then press it. 2 Rotate the control dial to select

[VOICE DIAL], then press it. Alternatively, press and hold VOICE for more than 2 seconds. 3 Say the voice tag stored on the cellular phone. Your voice is recognized, and the call is made. To cancel voice dialing Press VOICE. MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

GS820BTUC\040CD.fm masterpage: Right 010COV.book Page 19 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM Available Operations during Call To adjust the ringtone volume Rotate the control dial while receiving a call. To adjust the talkers voice volume Rotate the control dial during a call. To adjust the volume for the other party

(Mic gain adjustment) Press MIC. Adjustable volume levels: [MIC-LOW], [MIC-

MID], [MIC-HI]. To reduce echo and noise (Echo Canceler/Noise Canceler Mode) Press and hold MIC. Settable mode: [EC/NC-1], [EC/NC-2]. To switch between handsfree mode and handheld mode During a call, press MODE to switch the phone call audio between the unit and cellular phone. Note Depending on the cellular phone, this operation may not be available. Useful Functions Sony | Music Center with iPhone/Android smartphone Downloading the latest version of Sony |

Music Center application is required from the App Store for iPhone or from Google Play for Android smartphone. Notes For your safety, follow your local traffic laws and regulations, and do not operate the application while driving. Sony | Music Center is an app for controlling Sony audio devices which are compatible with Sony | Music Center, by your iPhone/Android smartphone. What you can control with Sony | Music Center varies depending on the connected device. To make use of Sony | Music Center features, see the details on your iPhone/Android smartphone. For further details on Sony | Music Center, visit the following URL: http://www.sony.net/smcqa/

Visit the website below and check the compatible iPhone/Android smartphone models. For iPhone: visit the App Store For Android smartphone: visit Google Play Establishing the Sony | Music Center connection 1 Make the BLUETOOTH connection with iPhone/Android smartphone

(page 9). To select the audio device, press MENU, then select [BLUETOOTH] [SET AUDIODEV] (page 25). 2 Launch the Sony | Music Center application. 3 Press MENU, rotate the control dial to select [SONY APP], then press it. 4 Rotate the control dial to select

[CONNECT], then press it. Connection to iPhone/Android smartphone starts. For details on the operations on iPhone/

Android smartphone, see the help of the application. 19GB MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

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(e.g., 123456), then select [Yes] on the iPhone/Android smartphone. To terminate connection 1 Press MENU, rotate the control dial to select

[SONY APP], then press it. 2 Rotate the control dial to select [CONNECT], then press it. Selecting the source or application You can operate to select the desired source or application on iPhone/Android smartphone. To select the source Press SRC repeatedly. Alternatively, press SRC, rotate the control dial to select the desired source, then press ENTER. To display the source list Press SRC. Announcement of various information by voice guide

(Android smartphone only) When SMS, Twitter/Facebook/Calendar notifications, etc., are received, they are automatically announced through the car speakers. For details on settings, refer to the help of the application. Activating voice recognition

(Android smartphone only) By registering applications, you can control an application by voice command. For details, refer to the help of the application. To activate voice recognition 1 Press and hold VOICE to activate voice recognition. 2 Say the desired voice command into the microphone when [Say Source or App]

appears on the Android smartphone. 20GB Notes Voice recognition may not be available in some cases. Voice recognition may not work properly depending on the performance of the connected Android smartphone. Operate under conditions where noise such as engine sound is minimized during voice recognition. Replying a message of SMS

(Android smartphone only) You can reply a message by voice recognition. 1 Activate voice recognition, then input Reply

(reply). The message input display appears on the Sony | Music Center application. 2 Input a reply message by voice recognition. The list of message candidates appears on the Sony | Music Center application. 3 Rotate the control dial to select the desired message, then press it. The message is sent out. Making sound and display settings You can adjust the settings relating to sound and display via iPhone/Android smartphone. For details on settings, refer to the help of the application. Using Siri Eyes Free Siri Eyes Free allows you to use an iPhone handsfree by simply speaking into the microphone. This function requires you to connect an iPhone to the unit via BLUETOOTH. Availability is limited to iPhone 4s or later. Make sure that your iPhone is running the latest iOS version. You must complete BLUETOOTH registration and connection configurations for the iPhone with the unit in advance. For details, see Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device

(page 9). To select the iPhone, press MENU, then select [BLUETOOTH] [SET AUDIODEV]

(page 25). 1 Activate the Siri function on the iPhone. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the iPhone. MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

GS820BTUC\040CD.fm masterpage: Right 010COV.book Page 21 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM 2 Press and hold VOICE for more than 2 seconds. The voice command display appears. 3 After the iPhone beeps, speak into the microphone. The iPhone beeps again, then Siri starts responding. To deactivate Siri Eyes Free Press VOICE. Notes The iPhone may not recognize your voice depending on usage conditions. (For example, if you are in a moving car.) Siri Eyes Free may not function properly, or the response time may lag in locations where iPhone signals are difficult to receive. Depending on the iPhones operating condition, Siri Eyes Free may not function properly, or may quit. If you play a track with an iPhone using the BLUETOOTH audio connection, when the track starts playback via BLUETOOTH, Siri Eyes Free automatically quits and the unit switches to the BLUETOOTH audio source. When Siri Eyes Free is activated during audio playback, the unit may switch to the BLUETOOTH audio source even if you do not specify a track to 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 USB, do not activate Siri with the iPhone. Siri Eyes Free may not function properly, or may quit. There is no audio sound while Siri Eyes Free is activated. Settings Canceling the DEMO Mode You can cancel the demonstration display which appears when the source is off and the clock is displayed. 1 Press MENU, rotate the control dial to select [GENERAL], then press it. 2 Rotate the control dial to select [SET DEMO], then press it. 3 Rotate the control dial to select [SET DEMO-OFF], then press it. The setting is complete.

(back) twice. 4 Press The display returns to normal reception/

play mode. Basic Setting Operation You can set items in the following setup categories:

General setup (GENERAL), Sound setup

(SOUND), Display setup (DISPLAY), BLUETOOTH setup (BLUETOOTH), Sony |

Music Center setup (SONY APP) 1 Press MENU. 2 Rotate the control dial to select the setup category, then press it. The items that can be set differ depending on the source and settings. 3 Rotate the control dial to select the options, then press it. To return to the previous display Press

(back). 21GB MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

GS820BTUC\040CD.fm 010COV.book Page 22 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM masterpage: Left General Setup (GENERAL) DEMO (demonstration) Activates the demonstration: [ON], [OFF]. CLOCK-ADJ (clock adjust) (page 8) CAUT ALM (caution alarm) Activates the caution alarm: [ON], [OFF]

(page 8).

(Available only while the source is off and the clock is displayed.) BEEP (beep) Activates the beep sound: [ON], [OFF]. AUTO OFF (auto off) Shuts off automatically after a certain time when the unit is turned off: [ON]

(30 minutes), [OFF]. STEERING (steering) Registers/resets the setting of the steering wheel remote control.

(Available only while the source is off and the clock is displayed.) STR CONTROL (steering control) Selects the input mode of the connected remote control. To prevent a malfunction, be sure to match the input mode with the connected remote control before use. CUSTOM (custom) Input mode for the steering wheel remote control PRESET (preset) Input mode for the wired remote control excluding the steering wheel remote control EDIT CUSTOM (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 to the steering wheel remote control, then press it. 22GB While [REGISTER] is blinking, press and hold the button on the steering wheel remote control you want to assign the function to. When registration is complete, [REGISTERED] is displayed. To register other functions, repeat steps and .

(Available only when [STR CONTROL] is set to [CUSTOM].) RESET CUSTOM (reset custom) Resets the setting of the steering wheel remote control: [YES], [NO].

(Available only when [STR CONTROL] is set to [CUSTOM].) Notes While making settings, only button operation on the unit is available. For safety, park your car before making this setting. If an error occurs while registering, all the previously-registered information remains. Restart registration from the function where the error occurred. This function may not be available on some vehicles. For details on the compatibility of your vehicle, visit the support site on the back cover. USB MODE (USB mode) Changes the USB mode: [ANDROID],

[MSC/MTP].

(Available only when the USB source is selected.) CT (clock time) Activates the CT function: [ON], [OFF]. BTM (best tuning memory) (page 12)

(Available only when the tuner is selected.) SXM PARENTAL (SiriusXM parental) Sets the parental lock to [ON], [OFF], and edits the passcode (page 13).

(Available only when SiriusXM is selected.) SXM SIGNAL (SiriusXM signal) Displays the current status of the SiriusXM signal strength: [NO SIGNAL] (signal level 0), [WEAK] (signal level 1), [GOOD] (signal level 2), [EXCELLENT] (signal level 3) MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

GS820BTUC\040CD.fm masterpage: Right 010COV.book Page 23 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM SXM RESET (SiriusXM reset) EQ10 CUSTOM (EQ10 custom) 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.) Checks/updates the firmware version. For details, visit the support site on the back cover. FW VERSION (firmware version) Displays current firmware version. FW UPDATE (firmware update) Enters firmware update process: [YES],

[NO]. Updating the firmware takes a few minutes to complete. During the update, do not turn the ignition to the OFF position, nor remove the USB device. Sound Setup (SOUND) This setup menu is not available when the source is off and the clock is displayed. C.AUDIO+ (ClearAudio+) Reproduces sound by optimizing the digital signal with the Sony recommended sound settings: [ON],

[OFF].

(Automatically sets to [OFF] when [EQ10 PRESET] is changed and/or [EXTRA BASS]

is set to [1] or [2] and/or [DSO] is set to

[LOW], [MID] or [HIGH].) EQ10 PRESET (EQ10 preset) Selects an equalizer curve from 10 equalizer curves or off:

[OFF], [R&B], [ROCK], [POP], [HIP-HOP],

[EDM], [JAZZ], [SOUL], [COUNTRY],

[KARAOKE]*, [CUSTOM]. The equalizer curve setting can be memorized for each source.

* [KARAOKE] reduces the vocal sound but cannot fully remove it during playback. Also, using a microphone is not supported. Sets [CUSTOM] of EQ10. Selects the equalizer curve: [BAND1] 32 Hz, [BAND2] 63 Hz, [BAND3] 125 Hz,

[BAND4] 250 Hz, [BAND5] 500 Hz,

[BAND6] 1 kHz, [BAND7] 2 kHz, [BAND8] 4 kHz, [BAND9] 8 kHz, [BAND10] 16 kHz. The volume level is adjustable in 1 dB steps, from -6 dB to +6 dB. POSITION (listening position) F/R POS (front/rear position) Simulates a natural sound field by delaying the sound output from speakers to suit your position:

[FRONT L] (front left),

[FRONT R] (front right),

[FRONT] (center front),

[ALL] (center of your car),

[CUSTOM] (position set by the advanced car audio settings on Sony | Music Center)

[OFF] (no position set) ADJ POSITION (adjust position) Fine-tunes the listening position setting:

[+3] [CENTER] [-3].

(Available only when [F/R POS] is not set to [OFF] or [CUSTOM].) SW POS (subwoofer position)

[NEAR] (near),

[NORMAL] (normal),

[FAR] (far)

(Available only when [F/R POS] is set to other than [OFF].) DSO (dynamic stage organizer) Creates a more ambient sound as if there were speakers in the dashboard: [OFF],

[LOW], [MID], [HIGH].

(Automatically sets to [OFF] when

[C.AUDIO+] is set to [ON].) BALANCE (balance) Adjusts the sound balance: [RIGHT-15]

[CENTER] [LEFT-15]. 23GB MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

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[CENTER] [REAR-15]. DSEE (digital sound enhancement engine) Improves digitally compressed sound by restoring high frequencies lost in the compression process: [ON], [OFF]. This setting can be memorized for each source other than the tuner. AAV (advanced auto volume) Adjusts the playback volume level of all playback sources to the optimum level:

[ON], [OFF]. RB ENH (rear bass enhancer) Enhances the bass sound by applying a low pass filter setting to the rear speakers. This function allows the rear speakers to work as a subwoofer if one is not connected.

(Available only when [SW DIREC] is set to

[OFF].) RBE MODE (rear bass enhancer mode) Selects the rear bass enhancer mode: [1],

[2], [3], [OFF]. LPF FREQ (low pass filter frequency) Selects the subwoofer cut-off frequency:

[50Hz], [60Hz], [80Hz], [100Hz], [120Hz]. LPF SLOP (low pass filter slope) Selects the LPF slope: [1], [2], [3]. SW DIREC (subwoofer direct connection) Adjusts the settings for the subwoofer connected to the rear speaker lead without a power amplifier.

(Available only when [RBE MODE] is set to

[OFF].) Be sure to connect a 4 8 subwoofer to either of the rear speaker leads. Do not connect a speaker to the other rear speaker lead. SW MODE (subwoofer mode) Selects the subwoofer mode: [1], [2], [3],

[OFF]. SW PHASE (subwoofer phase) Selects the subwoofer phase: [NORM],

[REV]. SW POS (subwoofer position) Selects the subwoofer position: [NEAR],

[NORMAL], [FAR].

(Available only when [F/R POS] is set to other than [OFF].) 24GB LPF FREQ (low pass filter frequency) Selects the subwoofer cut-off frequency:

[50Hz], [60Hz], [80Hz], [100Hz], [120Hz]. LPF SLOP (low pass filter slope) Selects the LPF slope: [1], [2], [3]. S.WOOFER (subwoofer) SW LEVEL (subwoofer level) Adjusts the subwoofer volume level:

[+10 dB] [0 dB] [-10 dB].

([ATT] is displayed at the lowest setting.) SW PHASE (subwoofer phase) Selects the subwoofer phase: [NORM],

[REV]. SW POS (subwoofer position) Selects the subwoofer position: [NEAR],

[NORMAL], [FAR].

(Available only when [F/R POS] is not set to [OFF].) LPF FREQ (low pass filter frequency) Selects the subwoofer cut-off frequency:

[50Hz], [60Hz], [80Hz], [100Hz], [120Hz]. LPF SLOP (low pass filter slope) Selects the LPF slope: [1], [2], [3]. HPF (high pass filter) HPF FREQ (high pass filter frequency) Selects the front/rear speaker cut-off frequency: [OFF], [50Hz], [60Hz], [80Hz],

[100Hz], [120Hz]. HPF SLOP (high pass filter slope) Selects the HPF slope (effective only when

[HPF FREQ] is set to other than [OFF]): [1],

[2], [3]. AUX VOL (AUX volume) Adjusts the volume level for each connected auxiliary device: [+18 dB]

[0 dB] [-8 dB]. This setting negates the need to adjust the volume level between sources.

(Available only when the AUX is selected.) BTA VOL (BLUETOOTH audio volume) Adjusts the volume level for each connected BLUETOOTH device: [+6 dB]

[0 dB] [-6 dB]. This setting negates the need to adjust the volume level between sources.

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GS820BTUC\040CD.fm masterpage: Right 010COV.book Page 25 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM Display Setup (DISPLAY) DIMMER (dimmer) Changes the display brightness:

[OFF], [ON], [AT] (auto), [CLK] (clock).

([AT] is available only when the illumination control lead is connected, and the head light is turned on.) To set this function to be active only during a fixed period, select [CLK], then set the start and end times. To set the brightness when the dimmer function is activated:

Set [DIMMER] to [ON], then adjust

[BRIGHTNESS]. SND SYNC (sound synchronization) Activates the synchronization of the illumination with the sound: [ON], [OFF]. AUTO SCR (auto scroll) Scrolls long items automatically: [ON],

[OFF].

(Not available when the AUX or tuner is selected.) BLUETOOTH Setup

(BLUETOOTH) To set the brightness when the dimmer PAIRING (pairing) (page 9) Connects up to two BLUETOOTH devices:

[DEVICE 1], [DEVICE 2].

[DEVICE 1] or [DEVICE 2] will be changed to the paired device name after pairing is complete. AUDIODEV (audio device) Selects the audio device.

[*] appears on the device paired with

[DEVICE 1] or the current A2DP compatible audio device. RINGTONE (ringtone) Selects whether this unit or the connected cellular phone outputs the ringtone: [1]

(this unit), [2] (cellular phone). AUTO ANS (auto answer) Sets this unit to answer an incoming call automatically: [OFF], [1] (about 3 seconds), [2] (about 10 seconds). AUTOPAIR (auto pairing) Starts BLUETOOTH pairing automatically when iOS device version 5.0 or later is connected via USB: [ON], [OFF]. BT SIGNL (BLUETOOTH signal) (page 10) Activates/deactivates the BLUETOOTH function. function is deactivated:

Set [DIMMER] to [OFF], then adjust

[BRIGHTNESS]. The brightness setting is stored and applied when the dimmer function is activated or deactivated. BRIGHTNESS (brightness) Adjusts the display brightness. The brightness level is adjustable: [1] [10]. BUTTON-C (button color) Sets a preset color or customized color for the buttons. COLOR (color) Selects from 15 presets colors, 1 customized color. CUSTOM-C (custom color) Registers a customized color for the buttons. RGB RED, RGB GRN, RGB BLUE Adjustable color range: [0] [32] ([0]

cannot be set for all color ranges). DSPL-C (display color) Sets a preset color or customized color for the display. COLOR (color) Selects from 15 presets colors, 1 customized color. CUSTOM-C (custom color) Registers a customized color for the display. RGB RED, RGB GRN, RGB BLUE Adjustable color range: [0] [32] ([0]

cannot be set for all color ranges). 25GB MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

GS820BTUC\040CD.fm 010COV.book Page 26 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM masterpage: Left BT INIT (BLUETOOTH initialize) Initializes all the BLUETOOTH related settings (pairing information, preset number, device information, etc.): [YES],

[NO]. When disposing the unit, initialize all the settings.

(Available only while the source is off and the clock is displayed.) Sony | Music Center Setup

(SONY APP) AUTO LAUNCH (auto launch) Activates the Sony | Music Center auto launch: [ON], [OFF]. When [ON] is selected, Sony | Music Center will automatically connect after the BLUETOOTH connection is complete. CONNECT (connect) (page 19) Establish and terminate Sony | Music Center function (connection). 26GB Additional Information Updating the Firmware To update the firmware, visit the support site on the back cover, then follow the online instructions. Notes Using a USB device (not supplied) is required for updating the firmware. Store the updater in the USB device, and connect the device to the USB port, then perform the update operation. Updating the firmware takes a few minutes to complete. During the update, do not turn the ignition to the OFF position, nor remove the USB device. Precautions Cool off the unit beforehand if your car has been parked in direct sunlight. Do not leave the front panel or audio devices brought in inside the car, or it may cause malfunction due to high temperature in direct sunlight. Power antenna (aerial) extends automatically. Moisture condensation Should moisture condensation occur inside the unit, remove the disc and wait for about an hour for it to dry out; otherwise the unit will not operate properly. To maintain high sound quality Do not splash liquid onto the unit or discs. Notes on discs Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts, nor leave it in a car parked in direct sunlight. Before playing, wipe the discs with a cleaning cloth from the center out. Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners. MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

GS820BTUC\040CD.fm masterpage: Right 010COV.book Page 27 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM This unit is designed to play discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. DualDiscs and some of the music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies do not conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard, therefore, these discs may not be playable by this unit. Discs that this unit CANNOT play Discs with labels, stickers, or sticky tape or paper attached. Doing so may cause a malfunction, or may ruin the disc. Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart, square, star). Attempting to do so may damage the unit. 8 cm (3 1/4 in) discs. Notes on CD-R/CD-RW discs If the multi-session disc begins with a CD-

DA session, it is recognized as a CD-DA disc, and other sessions are not played. Discs that this unit CANNOT play CD-R/CD-RW of poor recording quality. CD-R/CD-RW recorded with an incompatible recording device. CD-R/CD-RW which is finalized incorrectly. CD-R/CD-RW other than those recorded in music CD format or MP3 format conforming to ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2, Joliet/Romeo or multi-session. Playback order of audio files Folder (album) Audio file (track) About iPod You can connect to the following iPod models. Update your iPod devices to the latest software before use. Compatible iPhone/iPod models Compatible Model iPhone 7 Plus iPhone 7 iPhone SE iPhone 6s Plus iPhone 6s iPhone 6 Plus iPhone 6 iPhone 5s iPhone 5c iPhone 5 iPhone 4s iPod touch

(6th generation) iPod touch

(5th generation) iPod nano

(7th generation) Bluetooth USB Made for iPod, and Made for iPhone, mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod or iPhone, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod or iPhone may affect wireless performance. If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit that are not covered in this manual, consult your nearest Sony dealer. 27GB MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

GS820BTUC\040CD.fm 010COV.book Page 28 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM masterpage: Left Maintenance Specifications Replacing the lithium battery of the remote commander Under normal conditions, the battery will last approximately 1 year. (The service life may be shorter, depending on the conditions of use.) When the battery becomes weak, the range of the remote commander becomes shorter. CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replaced only with the same or equivalent type.

+ side up Notes on the lithium battery Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of children. Should the battery be swallowed, immediately consult a doctor. Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to ensure a good contact. Be sure to observe the correct polarity when installing the battery. Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers, otherwise a short-circuit may occur. Cleaning the connectors The unit may not function properly if the connectors between the unit and the front panel are not clean. In order to prevent this, detach the front panel (page 8) and clean the connectors with a cotton swab. Do not apply too much force. Otherwise, the connectors may be damaged. Notes For safety, turn off the ignition before cleaning the connectors, and remove the key from the ignition switch. Never touch the connectors directly with your fingers or with any metal device. 28GB FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE USA. NOT APPLICABLE IN CANADA, INCLUDING IN THE PROVINCE OF QUEBEC. POUR LES CLIENTS AUX TATS-UNIS. NON APPLICABLE AU CANADA, Y COMPRIS LA PROVINCE DE QUBEC. AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS CTA2006 Standard Power Output: 45 Watts RMS 4 at 4 Ohms < 1% THD+N SN Ratio: 80 dBA

(reference: 1 Watt into 4 Ohms) Tuner section FM Tuning range: 87.5 MHz 107.9 MHz Antenna (aerial) terminal:

External antenna (aerial) connector Intermediate frequency:

FM CCIR: -1,956.5 kHz to -487.3 kHz and

+500.0 kHz to +2,095.4 kHz Usable sensitivity: 8 dBf Selectivity: 75 dB at 400 kHz Signal-to-noise ratio: 73 dB Separation: 50 dB at 1 kHz Frequency response: 20 Hz 15,000 Hz AM Tuning range: 530 kHz 1,710 kHz Antenna (aerial) terminal:

External antenna (aerial) connector Sensitivity: 26 V CD Player section Signal-to-noise ratio: 120 dB Frequency response: 10 Hz 20,000 Hz Wow and flutter: Below measurable limit Maximum number*1 of:

Folders (albums)*2: 150 Files (tracks) and folders*3: 300 Displayable characters for a folder/file name:

32 (Joliet)/64 (Romeo) Corresponding codec: MP3 (.mp3), WMA

(.wma) and AAC (.m4a)

*1 CD-R/CD-RW only

*2 including the root folder MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

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*3 may be less than the measured value if folder/

file names contain many characters USB Player section Interface: USB (High-speed) Maximum current:

Front: 1 A Rear: 1.5 A Maximum number of recognizable files

(tracks): 10,000 Compatible Android Open Accessory protocol (AOA): 2.0 Corresponding codec:

MP3 (.mp3) Bit rate: 8 kbps 320 kbps (Supports VBR (Variable Bit Rate)) Sampling rate: 16 kHz 48 kHz WMA (.wma) Bit rate: 32 kbps 192 kbps (Supports VBR (Variable Bit Rate)) Sampling rate: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz AAC (.m4a, .mp4) Bit rate: 8 kbps 320 kbps Sampling rate: 11.025 kHz 48 kHz WAV (.wav) Bit depth: 16 bit Sampling rate: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz FLAC (.flac) Bit depth: 16 bit, 24 bit Sampling rate: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz Wireless Communication Communication System:

BLUETOOTH Standard version 3.0 Output:

BLUETOOTH Standard Power Class 2

(Max. +4 dBm) Maximum communication range*1:

Line of sight approx. 10 m (33 ft) Frequency band:

2.4 GHz band

(2.4000 GHz 2.4835 GHz) Modulation method: FHSS Compatible BLUETOOTH Profiles*2:

A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) 1.3 AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile) 1.5 HFP (Handsfree Profile) 1.6 PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile) SPP (Serial Port Profile) MAP (Message Access Profile) HID (Human Interface Device Profile) Corresponding codec:

SBC (.sbc), ACC (.m4a)

*1 The actual range will vary depending on factors such as obstacles between devices, magnetic fields around a microwave oven, static electricity, reception sensitivity, antenna (aerial)s performance, operating system, software application, etc.

*2 BLUETOOTH standard profiles indicate the purpose of BLUETOOTH communication between devices. Power amplifier section Output: Speaker outputs Speaker impedance: 4 8 Maximum power output: 100 W 4 (at 4 ) General Outputs:

Audio outputs terminal:

FRONT, REAR, SUB Power antenna (aerial)/Power amplifier control terminal (REM OUT) Inputs:

SiriusXM input terminal Remote controller input terminal Antenna (aerial) input terminal MIC input terminal AUX input jack (stereo mini jack) USB port (front, rear) Power requirements: 12 V DC car battery

(negative ground (earth)) Rated current consumption: 10 A Dimensions:

Approx. 178 mm 50 mm 178 mm

(7 1/8 in 2 in 7 1/8 in) (w/h/d) Mounting dimensions:

Approx. 182 mm 53 mm 161 mm

(7 1/4 in 2 1/8 in 6 3/8 in) (w/h/d) Mass: Approx. 1.3 kg (2 lb 14 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 29GB MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

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RC-SR1 Your dealer may not handle some of the above listed accessories. Please ask the dealer for detailed information. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Copyrights SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner and Subscription sold separately. www.siriusxm.com Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc. All rights reserved. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. The N-Mark is a trademark or registered trademark of NFC Forum, Inc. in the United States and in other countries. Windows Media is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft Corporation. Use or distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary. iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod touch, and Siri are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson. 30GB Pandora, the Pandora logo, and the Pandora trade dress are trademarks or registered trademarks of Pandora Media, Inc., used with permission. Google, Google Play and Android are trademarks of Google Inc. libFLAC Copyright (C) 2000-2009 Josh Coalson Copyright (C) 2011-2013 Xiph.Org Foundation Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met:

Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer. Redistributions in binary form must reproduce the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer in the documentation and/or other materials provided with the distribution. Neither the name of the Xiph.org Foundation nor the names of its contributors may be used to endorse or promote products derived from this software without specific prior written permission. THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND CONTRIBUTORS AS IS AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE FOUNDATION OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES

(INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS;

OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

GS820BTUC\040CD.fm masterpage: Right 010COV.book Page 31 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM Stored stations and correct time are erased. The fuse has blown. Makes a noise when the position of the ignition is switched. The leads are not matched correctly with the cars accessory power connector. During playback or reception, the demonstration mode starts. If no operation is performed for 5 minutes with [DEMO-ON] set, the demonstration mode starts. Set [DEMO-OFF] (page 22). The display disappears from/does not appear in the display window. The dimmer is set to [DIM-ON] (page 25). The display disappears if you press and hold OFF. Press OFF on the unit until the display appears. The connectors are dirty (page 28). The display/illumination flashes. The power supply is not sufficient. Check that the car battery supplies enough power to the unit. (The power requirement is 12 V DC.) The operation buttons do not function. The disc will not eject. The connection is not correct. Check the connection of the unit. If the situation does not improve, press the reset button (page 8). The contents stored in memory are erased. For your safety, do not reset the unit while you are driving. Troubleshooting The following checklist will help you remedy problems you may encounter with your unit. Before going through the checklist below, check the connection and operating procedures. For details on using the fuse and removing the unit from the dashboard, see Connection/Installation (page 39). If the problem is not solved, visit the support site on the back cover. General No power is being supplied to the unit. If the unit is turned off and the display disappears, the unit cannot be operated with the remote commander. Turn on the unit. The unit is turned off when playing at a high volume. The power from the power supply lead of the car may not be sufficient. Check the power connection. If no problem is found in the connection, make the power connection to the battery directly. If the situation does not improve, consult your nearest dealer. No sound or the sound is very low. The position of the fader control [FADER]

is not set for a 2-speaker system. The volume of the unit and/or connected device is very low. Increase the volume of the unit and connected device. No beep sound. An optional power amplifier is connected and you are not using the built-in amplifier. The contents of the memory have been erased. The reset button has been pressed. Store again into the memory. The power supply lead or battery has been disconnected or not connected properly. 31GB MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

GS820BTUC\040CD.fm 010COV.book Page 32 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM masterpage: Left Radio reception Stations cannot be received. The sound is hampered by noises. The connection is not correct. If your car has built-in radio antenna

(aerial) in the rear/side glass, connect an REM OUT lead (blue/white striped) or accessory power supply lead (red) to the power supply lead of a cars antenna

(aerial) booster. Check the connection of the car antenna

(aerial). If the auto antenna (aerial) will not extend, check the connection of the power antenna (aerial) control lead. Preset tuning is not possible. The broadcast signal is too weak. RDS PTY displays [- - - - - - - -]. The current station is not an RDS station. RDS data has not been received. The station does not specify the program type. CD playback The disc does not play. Defective or dirty disc. The CD-R/CD-RW is not for audio use

(page 27). MP3/WMA/AAC files cannot be played. The disc is incompatible with the MP3/

WMA/AAC format and version. For details on playable discs and formats, visit the support site on the back cover. MP3/WMA/AAC files take longer to play than others. The following discs take a longer time to start playback. A disc recorded with a complicated tree structure. A disc recorded in Multi Session. A disc to which data can be added. The sound skips. Defective or dirty disc. 32GB USB device playback You cannot play items via a USB hub. This unit cannot recognize USB devices via a USB hub. A USB device takes longer to play. The USB device contains files with a complicated tree structure. The sound is intermittent. The sound may be intermittent at a high-

bit-rate. DRM (Digital Rights Management) files may not be playable in some cases. The audio file cannot be played. USB devices formatted with file systems other than FAT16 or FAT32 are unsupported.*

* This unit supports FAT16 and FAT32, but some USB device may not support all of these FAT. For details, refer to the operating instruction of each USB device or contact the manufacturer. Operations for skipping an album, skipping items (Jump mode), and searching a track by name (Quick-

BrowZer) cannot be performed. These operations cannot be performed when a USB device in Android mode or iPod is connected. Set [USB MODE] to [MSC/MTP] (page 22). Remove the iPod. The USB mode of the device is not set to the appropriate mode. Make sure that the USB mode of the device is set to MSC/MTP mode. The sound cannot be output during playback in Android mode. While the unit is in Android mode, the sound outputs only from the Android smartphone. Check the status of the audio playback application on the Android smartphone. Playback may not perform properly depending on the Android smartphone. MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

GS820BTUC\040CD.fm masterpage: Right 010COV.book Page 33 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM NFC function One touch connection (NFC) is not possible. If the smartphone does not respond to the touching. Check that the NFC function of the smartphone is turned on. Move the N-Mark part of the smartphone closer to the N-Mark part on this unit. If the smartphone is in a case, remove it. NFC receiving sensitivity depends on the device. If One touch connection with the smartphone fails several times, make BLUETOOTH connection manually. BLUETOOTH function The connecting device cannot detect this unit. Before the pairing is made, set this unit to pairing standby mode. While connected to two BLUETOOTH devices, this unit cannot be detected from another device. Disconnect either connection and search for this unit from another device. When the device pairing is made, set the BLUETOOTH signal output to on (page 10). Connection is not possible. The connection is controlled from one side

(this unit or BLUETOOTH device), but not both. Connect to this unit from a BLUETOOTH device or vice versa. The name of the detected device does not appear. Depending on the status of the other device, it may not be possible to obtain the name. No ringtone. Adjust the volume by rotating the control dial while receiving a call. Depending on the connecting device, the ringtone may not be sent properly. Set [RINGTONE] to [1] (page 25). The front speakers are not connected to the unit. Connect the front speakers to the unit. The ringtone is output only from the front speakers. The talkers voice cannot be heard. The front speakers are not connected to the unit. Connect the front speakers to the unit. The talkers voice is output only from the front speakers. A call partner says that the volume is too low or high. Adjust the volume accordingly using Mic gain adjustment (page 19). Echo or noise occurs in phone call conversations. Lower the volume. Set EC/NC Mode to [EC/NC-1] or [EC/NC-2]

(page 19). If the ambient noise other than the phone call sound is loud, try reducing this noise. E.g.: If a window is open and road noise, etc., is loud, shut the window. If an air conditioner is loud, lower the air conditioner. The phone is not connected. When BLUETOOTH audio is played, the phone is not connected even if you press CALL. Connect from the phone. The phone sound quality is poor. Phone sound quality depends on reception conditions of cellular phone. Move your car to a place where you can enhance the cellular phones signal if the reception is poor. 33GB MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

GS820BTUC\040CD.fm 010COV.book Page 34 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM masterpage: Left The volume of the connected audio device is low (high). Volume level will differ depending on the audio device. Adjust the volume of the connected audio device or this unit (page 24). The sound skips during playback of a BLUETOOTH audio device. Reduce the distance between the unit and the BLUETOOTH audio device. If the BLUETOOTH audio device is stored in a case which interrupts the signal, remove the audio device from the case during use. Several BLUETOOTH devices or other devices which emit radio waves are in use nearby. Turn off the other devices. Increase the distance from the other devices. The playback sound stops momentarily when the connection between this unit and the cellular phone is being made. This is not a malfunction. The connected BLUETOOTH audio device cannot be controlled. Check that the connected BLUETOOTH audio device supports AVRCP. Some functions do not work. Check if the connecting device supports the functions in question. A call is answered unintentionally. The connecting phone is set to answer a call automatically. Pairing failed due to a timeout. Depending on the connecting device, the time limit for pairing may be short. Try completing the pairing within the time. BLUETOOTH function cannot operate. Turn off the unit by pressing OFF for more than 2 seconds, then turn the unit on again. 34GB No sound is output from the car speakers during handsfree call. If the sound is output from the cellular phone, set the cellular phone to output the sound from the car speakers. Siri Eyes Free is not activated. Perform the handsfree registration for an iPhone that supports Siri Eyes Free. Set the Siri function on the iPhone to on. Cancel the BLUETOOTH connection with the iPhone and the unit, and reconnect. Sony | Music Center operation Application name is mismatched with the actual application in Sony | Music Center. Launch the application again from the Sony | Music Center application. While running the Sony | Music Center application via BLUETOOTH, the display automatically switches to [BT AUDIO]. The Sony | Music Center application or BLUETOOTH function has failed. Run the application again. The Sony | Music Center application is automatically disconnected when the display switches to [IPD]. The Sony | Music Center application on iPhone/iPod does not support iPod playback. Change the source of the unit to other than [IPD], then establish the Sony |

Music Center connection (page 19). The Sony | Music Center connection is automatically disconnected when the USB mode of the unit is changed to

[ANDROID]. The Android smartphone is not supporting playback in Android mode. Set the USB mode of the unit to [MSC/

MTP], then establish the Sony | Music Center connection (page 17). Pandora operation Pandora connection is not possible. Shut down the Pandora application on the mobile device, and then launch it again. MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

GS820BTUC\040CD.fm masterpage: Right 010COV.book Page 35 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM Messages The following messages may appear or flash during operation. INVALID The selected operation could be invalid.

[USB MODE] cannot be changed during iPod playback. OUTPUT ERROR: There may be an internal malfunction. Check the connection. If the error message still remains on in the display, consult your nearest Sony dealer. READ: Now reading information. Wait until reading is complete and playback starts automatically. This may take some time depending on the file organization. TEMP CAUTION The thermal protector is activated. Reduce the volume.

(underscore): The character cannot be displayed. For CD playback:

CD ERROR: The disc cannot be played. The disc will be ejected automatically. Clean or insert the disc correctly, or make sure the disc is not blank or defective. CD NO DISC: There is no disc. Insert a disc containing playable files

(page 28). CD NO MUSIC: There is no playable file. The disc will be ejected automatically. Insert a disc containing playable files

(page 28). CD PUSH EJT: The disc could not be ejected properly. Press (eject). or

: The beginning or the end of the disc has been reached. For USB device playback:

HUB NO SUPRT: USB hubs are not supported. IPD STOP: iPod playback has finished. Operate your iPod/iPhone to start playback. NOT SUPPORT - ANDROID MODE A USB device not supporting AOA

(Android Open Accessory) 2.0 is connected to the unit while [USB MODE] is set to [ANDROID]. Set [USB MODE] to [MSC/MTP] (page 22). USB ERROR: The USB device cannot be played. Connect the USB device again. USB NO DEV: A USB device is not connected or recognized. Make sure the USB device or USB cable is securely connected. USB NO MUSIC: There is no playable file. Connect a USB device containing playable files (page 29). USB NO SUPRT: The USB device is not supported. For details on the compatibility of your USB device, visit the support site on the back cover. USB OVERLOAD: The USB device is overloaded. Disconnect the USB device, then press SRC to select another source. The USB device has a fault, or an unsupported device is connected. 35GB MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

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BTA NO DEV: The BLUETOOTH device is not connected or recognized. Make sure the BLUETOOTH device is securely connected, or the BLUETOOTH connection is established with the BLUETOOTH device. ERROR: The selected operation could not be performed. Wait for a while, then try again. NO DEVICE: The BLUETOOTH device supporting HFP (Handsfree Profile) is not connected or recognized. Make sure the BLUETOOTH device is securely connected, or the HFP connection is established with the BLUETOOTH device. NO SUPPORT: The selected operation is not allowed or supported. Make sure the BLUETOOTH device is supporting HFP (Handsfree Profile). UNKNOWN: A name or phone number cannot be displayed. WITHHELD: The phone number is hidden by the caller. For Sony | Music Center operation:

APP --------: A connection with the application is not established. Make the Sony | Music Center connection again (page 19). APP DISCNCT: The application is disconnected. Make the Sony | Music Center connection (page 19). APP DISPLAY: A screen setting display of the application is open. Exit the screen setting display of the application to enable button operation. APP LIST: The contents list of the CD/USB/

iPod is open. Exit the list of the application to enable button operation. 36GB APP MENU: A setting display of the application is open. Exit the setting display of the application to enable button operation. APP NO DEV: The device with the application installed is not connected or recognized. Make the BLUETOOTH connection and establish the Sony | Music Center connection again (page 19). APP SOUND: A sound setting display of the application is open. Exit the sound setting display of the application to enable button operation. OPEN APP: The Sony | Music Center application is not running. Launch the application. For Pandora operation:

BAD NETWORK: The network connection is unstable or lost. Make the network connection again on the device, or wait until the network connection is established. BOOKMARK - ERROR: Bookmarking failed. Wait for a while, then try again. ERROR: An error occurred. The Pandora server is under maintenance, or the selected operation could not be performed. Wait for a while, then try again. LOGIN ERROR: You are not logged into your Pandora account. Disconnect the device, log into your Pandora account, then connect the device again. NO DEVICE: The BLUETOOTH device is not connected or recognized. Make sure the BLUETOOTH device is securely connected, or the BLUETOOTH connection is established with the BLUETOOTH device. Then, select the Pandora source again. MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

GS820BTUC\040CD.fm masterpage: Right 010COV.book Page 37 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM NO STATIONS: No stations on your account. Create the station on the mobile device. NOT ALLOWED: The selected operation is not allowed. Thumbs feedback is not allowed. Wait until the commercial ends. Some functions, such as Shared Station, do not permit feedback. Wait until the next track begins, or select another station on the list. Bookmark is not allowed. Wait until the commercial ends. Select another track or station, then try it again. NOT FOUND: Pandora is not on your device or is not running. Make sure the Pandora application is installed and running properly. Then, select the Pandora source again. SKIP LIMIT: Skipping tracks is not allowed. Wait until the commercial ends, next track begins, or select another station on the list. Pandora limits the number of skips allowed on their service. THUMB ERROR: Thumbs feedback failed. Wait for a while, then try again. UNAVAILABLE: Pandora is not available outside your country. UPDATE APP: An old version of Pandora is connected. Update the Pandora application to the latest version. For SiriusXM operation:

CH LOCKED The channel that you have requested is locked by the radio parental control feature. See To set a parental control (page 13) for more information on the parental control feature and how to access locked channels. CH UNAVAIL The channel that you have requested is not a valid SiriusXM channel or the channel that you were listening to is no longer available. You may also see this message briefly when first connecting a new SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner. Visit www.siriusxm.com in the USA or www.siriusxm.ca in Canada for SiriusXM channel lineup information. CHAN UNSUB The channel that you have requested is not included in your SiriusXM subscription package or the channel that you were listening to is no longer included in your SiriusXM subscription package. If you have questions about your subscription package or would like to subscribe to this channel, please contact SiriusXM. In the USA, visit www.siriusxm.com or call 1-866-635-2349. In Canada, visit www.siriusxm.ca or call 1-877-438-9677. CHECK TUNER The radio is having difficulty communicating with the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner. The tuner may be disconnected or damaged. Verify that the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner cable is securely connected to the radio. CHK ANT The radio has detected a fault with the SiriusXM antenna. The antenna cable may be either disconnected or damaged. Verify that the antenna cable is connected to the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner. Inspect the antenna cable for damage and kinks. Replace the antenna if the cable is damaged. SiriusXM products are available at your local car audio retailer or online at www.shop.siriusxm.com 37GB MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

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(page 23). Note that performing SXM RESET will initialize all the SiriusXM settings and stored contents in the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner. NO SIGNAL SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner is having difficulty receiving the SiriusXM satellite signal. Verify that your vehicle is outdoors with a clear view of the sky. Verify that the SiriusXM magnetic mount antenna is mounted on a metal surface on the outside of the vehicle. Move the SiriusXM antenna away from any obstructions. Inspect the antenna cable for damage and kinks. Consult the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner installation manual for more information on antenna installation. Replace the antenna if the cable is damaged. SiriusXM products are available at your local car audio retailer or online at www.shop.siriusxm.com SUBSCRIPTION UPDATED - PRESS ENT TO CONTINUE The radio has detected a change in your SiriusXM subscription status. Press ENTER to clear the message. If you have questions about your subscription, please contact SiriusXM. In the USA, visit www.siriusxm.com or call 1-866-635-2349. In Canada, visit www.siriusxm.ca or call 1-877-438-9677. For steering wheel remote control operation:

ERROR: An error occurred during the function registration. Register again from the function where the error occurred (page 22). TIMEOUT: The function registration failed due to a timeout. Try completing the registration while

[REGISTER] is blinking (about 6 seconds)

(page 22). For firmware update operation:

ERROR: The updater is not stored in the USB device. Store the updater in the USB device, then try again (page 26). NO DEVICE: The USB device containing the updater is not connected or recognized. Make sure the USB device is securely connected. Disconnect the USB device, then connect the device again. UPDATE ERROR - PRESS ENTER: Firmware update is not completed properly. Press ENTER to clear the message, then try again. During the update, do not turn the ignition to the OFF position, nor remove the USB device (page 26). 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. 38GB MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

GS820BTUC\040CD.fm masterpage: Right 010COV.book Page 39 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM Connection/Installation Cautions Run all ground (earth) leads to a common ground (earth) point. Do not get the leads trapped under a screw, or caught in moving parts (e.g., seat railing). Before making connections, turn the car ignition off to avoid short circuits. Connect the yellow and red power supply leads only after all other leads have been connected. Be sure to insulate any loose unconnected leads with electrical tape for safety. Precautions 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, dirt, excessive vibration, or high temperature, such as in direct sunlight or near heater ducts. Use only the supplied mounting hardware for a safe and secure installation. Note on the power supply lead (yellow) When connecting this unit in combination with other stereo components, the amperage rating of the car circuit to which the unit is connected must be higher than the sum of each components fuse amperage rating. Mounting angle adjustment Adjust the mounting angle to less than 45. Parts List for Installation 2 5 max. 8 mm

(7/32 max. 5/16 in) 4 This parts list does not include all the package contents. The bracket and the protection collar are attached to the unit before shipping. Before mounting the unit, use the release keys to remove the bracket from the unit. For details, see Removing the protection collar and the bracket

(page 43). Keep the release keys for future use as they are also necessary if you remove the unit from your car. 39GB MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

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*3

*3

*3

*10 Subwoofer*1 Power amplifier*1 Satellite radio tuner

(SiriusXM)*1

*5*6

*1 Smartphone*8, iPod/

iPhone*9, USB device Front speaker*1*2*11 Rear speaker*1*2*11 When connecting to the battery directly*12*13 For details, see Making connections (page 41). from a wired remote control

(not supplied)*4 from a car antenna (aerial)*7 MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) White White/black striped Gray Gray/black striped Green Green/black striped Purple Purple/black striped Red Blue/white striped Orange/white striped Black Yellow Black Yellow 40GB E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

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*1 Not supplied

*2 Speaker impedance: 4 8 4

*3 RCA pin cord (not supplied)

*4 Depending on the type of car, use an adaptor for a wired remote control (not supplied). For details on using the wired remote control, see Using the wired remote control (page 42).

*5 Whether in use or not, route the microphone input cord such that it does not interfere with driving operations. Secure the cord with a clamp, etc., if it is installed around your feet.

*6 For details on installing the microphone, see Installing the microphone (page 42).

*7 Depending on the type of car, use an adaptor

(not supplied) if the antenna (aerial) connector does not fit.

*8 To connect a smartphone to the main unit, an appropriate cable (not supplied) is required.

*9 To connect an iPod/iPhone, use the USB connection cable for iPod (not supplied).

*10 Ferrite sleeve

*11 Use speakers with 50W RMS or higher power input capacity. Using Sony XB series full range speakers is recommended.

*12 When the amperage rating of the fuse used on your car is 10 A, make the power connection to the battery directly to avoid short circuits.

*13 Before connection, processing the yellow and black leads of the power connector is required. Making connections To the +12 V power terminal which is energized when the ignition switch is set to the accessory position If there is no accessory position, connect to the +12 V power (battery) terminal which is energized at all times. Be sure to first connect the black ground

(earth) lead to a common ground (earth) point. To the power antenna (aerial) control lead or the power supply lead of the antenna (aerial) booster It is not necessary to connect this lead if there is no power antenna (aerial) or antenna (aerial) booster, or with a manually-operated telescopic antenna

(aerial). To AMP REMOTE IN of an optional power amplifier This connection is only for amplifiers and a power antenna (aerial). Connecting any other system may damage the unit. To a cars illumination signal Be sure to first connect the black ground

(earth) lead to a common ground (earth) point. To a common ground (earth) point First connect the black ground (earth) lead, then connect the yellow and red power supply leads. To the +12 V power terminal which is energized at all times Be sure to first connect the black ground

(earth) lead to a common ground (earth) point. When connecting to the battery directly When the amperage rating of the fuse used on your car is 10 A, make the power connection to the battery directly to avoid short circuits. to a metal point of car to the positive battery terminal Notes Despite connecting to the power supply lead of the car, the unit may not fully provide its performance due to insufficient power. In this case, make the power connection to the battery directly. All power wires connected to the positive battery post should be fused within 450 mm (18 in) of the battery post, and before they pass through any metal. Make sure that the cars battery wires connected to the car (ground (earth) to chassis)* are of a wire gauge at least equal to that of the main power wire connected from the battery to the head unit. During full-power operation, a current of more than 15 A will run through the system. Therefore, make sure that the wires to be connected to the

+12 V and GND terminals of this unit are at least 14-Gauge (AWG14) or have a sectional area of more than 2mm (3/32 in). Less than 450 mm (18 in) Fuse (15 A)

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+12 V car battery If you have any questions or problems concerning the connection, consult the dealer for details. 41GB MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

GS820BTUC\040CD.fm 010COV.book Page 42 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM masterpage: Left Subwoofer Easy Connection You can use a subwoofer without a power amplifier when it is connected to a rear speaker cord. Installing the microphone To capture your voice during handsfree calling, you need to install the microphone

. Front speaker Subwoofer Note Use a subwoofer with an impedance of 4 to 8 , and with adequate power handling capacities to avoid damage. Memory hold connection When the yellow power supply lead is connected, power will always be supplied to the memory circuit even when the ignition switch is turned off. Speaker connection Before connecting the speakers, turn the unit off. Use speakers with an impedance of 4 to 8 , and with adequate power handling capacities to avoid damage. 42GB Clip (not supplied) Cautions It is extremely dangerous if the cord becomes wound around the steering column or gearstick. Be sure to keep it and other parts from interfering with your driving operations. If airbags or any other shock-absorbing equipment is in your car, contact the store where you purchased this unit, or the car dealer, before installation. Note Before attaching the double-sided tape , clean the surface of the dashboard with a dry cloth. Using the wired remote control When using the steering wheel remote control Installation of the connection cable RC-SR1

(not supplied) is required before use. 1 To enable the steering wheel remote control, select [SET STEERING] [EDIT CUSTOM] to make the registration (page 22). When the registration completes, the steering wheel remote control becomes available. MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

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(page 22). Installation Removing the protection collar and the bracket Before installing the unit, remove the protection collar and the bracket from the unit. 1 Pinch both edges of the protection collar , then pull it out. Mounting the unit in the dashboard Before installing, make sure the catches on both sides of the bracket are bent inwards 2 mm (3/32 in). For Japanese cars, see Mounting the unit in a Japanese car (page 44). CAUTION Do not touch the left side of the unit when removing from the dashboard. The heatsink on the left side of the unit remains hot right after use. 1 Position the bracket inside the dashboard, then bend the claws outward for a tight fit. 182 mm (7 1/4 in) 53 mm (2 1/8 in) Catch 2 Mount the unit onto the bracket , then attach the protection collar . 2 Insert both release keys until they click, and pull down the bracket , then pull up the unit to separate. Face the hook inwards. Notes If the catches are straight or bent outwards, the unit will not be installed securely and may spring out. Make sure the 4 catches on the protection collar are properly engaged in the slots of the unit. 43GB MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

GS820BTUC\040CD.fm 010COV.book Page 44 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM masterpage: Left Fuse replacement Fuse (15 A) When replacing the fuse, be sure to use one matching the amperage rating stated on the original fuse. 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. Mounting the unit in a Japanese car You may not be able to install this unit in some makes of Japanese cars. In such a case, consult your Sony dealer. TOYOTA to dashboard/center console Bracket Bracket Existing parts supplied with your car NISSAN to dashboard/center console Bracket Bracket Existing parts supplied with your car Note To prevent malfunction, install only with the supplied screws . Detaching and attaching the front panel For details, see Detaching the Front Panel

(page 8). Resetting the unit For details, see Resetting the Unit (page 8). 44GB MEX-GS820BT 4-698-030-11(1) E:\Works\4698030111\4698030111MEXGS820BTUC\01GB-MEX-

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GS820BTUC\050BCO.fm masterpage: BCO 010COV.book Page 46 Thursday, March 23, 2017 2:51 PM Support site If you have any questions or for the latest support information on this product, please visit the web site below:

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