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    In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions. Getting Started Guide to Parts and Controls Initializing the Unit Initializing the Unit Setting the Clock Checking the Battery Voltage Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device Preparing a Bluetooth® Device Pairing
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    Radio Listening to the Radio Using Radio Data System (RDS) Selecting Program Types (PTY) SiriusXM Radio Listening to the SiriusXM Radio Selecting Channels for SiriusXM Selecting Channels from Categories Setting a Parental Control Playback Playing a USB Device Playing a BLUETOOTH Device Searching and
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    General Setup (GENERAL) Sound Setup (SOUND) Display Setup (DISPLAY) BLUETOOTH Setup (BLUETOOTH) "Sony | Music Center" Setup (SONY APP) Additional Information Canceling the Demonstration Mode Updating the Firmware Precautions Maintenance Specifications Copyrights Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 3
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    General No power is being supplied to the unit. The unit is turned off when playing at a high volume. No sound or the sound is very low. No beep sound. The settings in the memory have been erased. The fuse has blown./Makes a noise when the position of the ignition is switched. During playback or
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    Sony | Music Center" operation Application name is mismatched with the actual application in "Sony | Music Center". While running the "Sony Sony | Music Center" application is automatically disconnected when the display switches to [IPOD]. The "Sony Playback BLUETOOTH Function "Sony | Music Center"
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Guide to Parts and Controls Main unit Remote commander The VOL (volume) + button has a tactile dot. Remove the insulation film before use. 7
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    [OFF]. 4. Display window 5. USB port 6. / (SEEK -/+) During radio reception: Tunes in radio stations automatically. Press and hold to tune manually. / (prev/next) / (fast-reverse/fast-forward) 7. MODE Selects the radio bands or function modes. (back) Returns to the previous display
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    the setup menu. 16. /// Selects a setup item, etc. ENTER Enters the selected item. Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to establish or terminate the "Sony | Music Center" function. / (prev/next) +/- (album +/-) 17. VOL (volume) +/- 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Initializing the Unit Initializing the unit will erase the clock settings and all your settings stored in the backup Initialize the unit before discarding the unit to prevent the leakage of phone information. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 10
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    Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Setting the Clock 1 Press MENU, rotate the control dial to select [GENERAL], then press it. 2 Rotate the control dial to select [CLOCK], then press it. 3 Rotate the control dial to select [MANUAL ] in step 3. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 11
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 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 (display) repeatedly until the battery voltage display appears. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Preparing a Bluetooth® Device You can enjoy music, or perform "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
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 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
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    To disconnect the paired device Perform steps 2 to 4 to disconnect after this unit and the BLUETOOTH device are paired. Related Topic Playing a BLUETOOTH Device 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 15
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Connecting with a Paired BLUETOOTH Device To use a paired device, connection with this unit is required. Some paired devices will connect automatically. 1 Press MENU, rotate the
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    You need to install the microphone (supplied). 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 17
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Connecting with an iPhone/iPod (BLUETOOTH Auto Pairing) When an iPhone/iPod with iOS5 or later installed a Bluetooth® Device Pairing and Connecting with a BLUETOOTH Device Connecting with a Paired BLUETOOTH Device 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 18
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 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). The USB port on the rear is also available. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Connecting Other Portable Audio Device 1 Turn off the portable audio device. 2 Turn down the volume on the unit. 3 Connect unit. Press MENU, then select [SOUND] [AUX VOLUME]. Related Topic Sound Setup (SOUND) 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 20
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Listening to the Radio Press to a station 1. Press MODE to change the band*. 2. Perform tuning. To tune manually Press and hold / (SEEK -/+) to locate the approximate frequency, then press / GENERAL) 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 21
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Selecting Program Types (PTY) 1 Press PTY during FM reception. 2 Rotate the control dial to select [PTY MUSIC] or (Soft Rhythm and Blues), REL MUSC (Religious Music), MUSC ESP (Spanish Music), HIP HOP (Hip-Hop) 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 22
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Listening to the SiriusXM Radio To activate your SiriusXM Subscription Only SiriusXM brings you more of what you love to need to be turned on and receiving the SiriusXM signal to receive the activation message. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 23
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Selecting Channels for SiriusXM 1 Press (browse). 2 Rotate the control dial to select [CHANNEL], then press it. 3 Rotate ) of remote commander for more than 2 seconds after [CHANNEL] selected, then press ENTER. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 24
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Selecting Channels from Categories 1 Press (browse). 2 Rotate the control dial to select [CATEGORY], then press it. 3 Rotate [SXM3]), then press a number button (1 to 6). (Each Band can preset up to 6 channels.) 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 25
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Setting a Parental Control The parental control feature allows you to limit the access to SiriusXM channels with mature display items Press DSPL (display) repeatedly until the desired display items appear. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 26
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    Receiver DSX-GS900 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" or visit the support
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    Related Topic Precautions Connecting a USB Device General Setup (GENERAL) Customer Support Websites 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 28
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Playing a BLUETOOTH Device You can play contents on a connected device that supports BLUETOOTH A2DP ( 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
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 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
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Searching a Track by Name ("Quick-BrowZer") 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 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 31
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Searching by Skipping Items (Jump mode) Not available when a USB device in Android mode or iPod is connected. 1 During USB playback, the control dial to select the desired item, then press it. Playback starts. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 32
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 About Pandora® Pandora® is available to stream music through your iPhone and Android smartphone. You can control Pandora® on in certain countries. Please visit http://www.pandora.com/legal for more information. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 33
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Setting up Pandora® 1 Check the compatibility of your mobile device by visiting the support site. 2 Download the latest version of the Pandora® application from your smartphone's app store. A list of compatible devices can be found at www.pandora.com/
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Streaming Pandora® 1 Make BLUETOOTH connection with the audio device. To select the audio device, press MENU, then Connecting with a Paired BLUETOOTH Device Sound Setup (SOUND) BLUETOOTH Setup (BLUETOOTH) 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 35
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 "Thumbs" Feedback "Thumbs Up" or "Thumbs Down" feedback allows you to personalize stations. 1 During playback, press (Thumbs Up) or (Thumbs Down). 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 36
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Using the Station List The station list allows you to easily select a desired station. 1 During playback, press (browse). Rotate the control dial to select the desired station, then press it. Playback starts. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 37
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Bookmarking The track currently being played can be bookmarked and stored in your Pandora® account. 1 During playback, press MODE. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 38
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Preparing a Mobile Phone To use a mobile phone, connect it with this unit. You can connect two mobile phones to the unit. Related Topic Preparing a Bluetooth® Device 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 39
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Receiving a Call 1 Press CALL when a call is received with a ringtone. The phone call starts. Note The ringtone and talker's 1 second. To end the call Press CALL again. Related Topic BLUETOOTH Setup (BLUETOOTH) 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 40
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Making a Call You can make a call from the phonebook or call history when a mobile phone supporting PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile) is connected. When two mobile phones are connected to the unit, select either phone. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Making a Call from the Phonebook 1 Press CALL. When two mobile phones are connected to the unit, rotate the control dial dial to select a phone number from the number list, then press it. The phone call starts. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 42
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Making a Call from the Call History 1 Press CALL. When two mobile phones are connected to the unit, rotate the control dial a name or phone number from the call history, then press it. The phone call starts. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 43
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Making a Call by Phone Number Input 1 Press CALL. When two mobile phones are connected to the unit, rotate To move the digital indication, press / (SEEK -/+). Note [_] appears instead of [#] on the display. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 44
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Making a Call by Redial 1 Press CALL. When two mobile phones are connected to the unit, rotate the control dial to select either phone, then press
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Making a Call by Voice Tags You can make a call by saying the voice tag stored in a connected mobile phone that has a Your voice is recognized, and the phone call starts. To cancel voice dialing Press VOICE. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 46
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Available Operations during Call To adjust the ringtone volume Rotate the control dial while receiving a call. To adjust the mobile phone. Note Depending on the mobile phone, this operation may not be available. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 47
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 "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. Note For your safety, follow your local
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Establishing the "Sony | Music Center" Connection 1 Make the BLUETOOTH connection with iPhone/Android smartphone. To select the audio device, press MENU, then select [BLUETOOTH] [SEL AUDIO]. 2 Launch the "Sony | Music Center" application. 3 Press MENU, rotate the
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Selecting the Source or Application You can operate to select the desired source or application on iPhone/Android smartphone. /Android smartphone. For details on settings, refer to the help of the application. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 50
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Using Voice Recognition (Android Smartphone Only) 1 Press and hold VOICE to activate voice recognition. 2 Say the desired voice conditions where noise such as engine sound is minimized during voice recognition. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 51
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Using "Siri Eyes Free" " ]. 1 Activate the Siri function on the iPhone. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the iPhone. 2 Press and hold VOICE for more than 2 seconds. The (BLUETOOTH) 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 52
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 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
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 General Setup (GENERAL) DEMO (demonstration) Activates the demonstration: [ON], [OFF]. CLOCK (clock) Sets the clock: [AUTO ], [MANUAL]. BEEP (beep) Activates the beep sound: [ON], [OFF]. AUTO OFF (auto off) Shuts off automatically after a certain time when
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    the error occurred. This function may not be available on some vehicles. For details on the compatibility of your vehicle, visit the support site. SPKR LOAD (speaker impedance load) Sets the impedance load of the speaker connection: [4 OHM] (4 Ω load connection), [2 OHM] (2 Ω load connection). Be
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    the clock is displayed.) Checks/updates the firmware version. For details, visit the support site. Item FW VERSION (firmware version) FW UPDATE (firmware update) Displays current remove the USB device. Related Topic Customer Support Websites 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 56
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    Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Sound Setup (SOUND) This setup menu is not available when the source is off and the clock is displayed. CLR AUDIO+ (ClearAudio+) Reproduces sound by optimizing the digital signal with the Sony . Also, using a microphone is not supported. EQ10 CUSTOM (EQ10 custom) Sets
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    Item SUBW POS (subwoofer position) Detail [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
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    Item SUBW MODE (subwoofer mode) SUBW PHASE (subwoofer phase) SUBW POS (subwoofer position) LPF FREQ (low pass filter frequency) LPF SLOPE (low pass filter slope) Detail Selects the subwoofer mode: [1], [2], [3], [OFF]. Selects the subwoofer phase: [NORMAL], [REVERSE]. Selects the subwoofer position
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    (Available only when the BT audio, application or Pandora® is selected.) MAX VOLUME (maximum volume) Sets the maximum volume level of the unit: [30] - [50]. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 60
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Display Setup (DISPLAY) DIMMER (dimmer) Change the display brightness: [OFF], [ON], [AUTO] (auto), [CLK] (clock). ([AUTO] is available only when the illumination control lead is
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    AUTO SCROLL (auto scroll) Scrolls long items automatically: [ON], [OFF]. (Not available when the AUX or radio is selected.) 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 62
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 BLUETOOTH Setup (BLUETOOTH) PAIRING (pairing) Connects up to two BLUETOOTH devices: [DEVICE 1], [DEVICE 2]. [DEVICE 1] or [DEVICE all speakers). (Available only while the source is off and the clock is displayed.) 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 63
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 "Sony | Music Center" Setup (SONY APP) Establish and terminate "Sony | Music Center" function (connection). 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 64
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Canceling the Demonstration Mode You can cancel the demonstration display which appears when the source is off and the setting is complete. 4 Press (back) twice. The display returns to normal reception/play mode. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 65
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Updating the Firmware To update the firmware, visit the support site, then follow the online instructions. Note During the update, do not remove the USB device. Related Topic Customer Support Websites 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 66
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Precautions Cool off the unit beforehand if your car has been parked in direct sunlight. Do not leave audio devices brought in inside the car,
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    and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with an Apple product 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. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Maintenance Replacing the lithium battery (CR2025) of the remote commander When the battery becomes weak, the range of the of the reach of children. Should the battery be swallowed, immediately consult a doctor. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 69
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Specifications FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE USA. NOT APPLICABLE IN CANADA, INCLUDING IN THE PROVINCE OF QUEBEC. ): USB (Hi-speed) USB1 port (front): 1 A USB2 port (rear): 1.5 A 10,000 2.0 MP3 (.mp3) Bit rate: 8 kbps - 320 kbps (Supports VBR (Variable Bit Rate)) 70
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    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 (stereo) Sampling rate: 11.025
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    wheel remote input: RC-SR1 Ask the dealer for detailed information. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 72
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    Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. IOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco
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    In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Troubleshooting Do the following before you request a repair service. Read the relevant instruction and troubleshooting topics in this Help Guide. Issues may be resolved by updating the software. When you install the "Support by Sony" app on your smartphone, you can get
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 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. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 76
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 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
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    Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 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. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 No beep sound. An optional power amplifier is connected and you are not using the built-in amplifier. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 79
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 The settings in the memory have been erased. The unit has been initialized. Store again into the memory. Related Topic General Setup (GENERAL) Initializing the Unit 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 80
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 The fuse has blown./Makes a noise when the position of the ignition is switched. The leads are not matched correctly with the car's accessory power connector. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 81
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 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]. Related Topic General Setup (GENERAL) 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 82
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 The display disappears from/does not appear in the display window. The dimmer is set to [DIMMER-ON]. The until the display appears. The connectors are dirty. Related Topic Display Setup (DISPLAY) Maintenance 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 83
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 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.) 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 84
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    In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 The operation buttons do not function. The connection is not correct. Check the connection of the unit. If the situation does not improve, press the reset button. For your safety, do not reset the unit while you are driving. Related Topic Guide to Parts and Controls 5-007
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 The clock set automatically is not accurate. The clock data on radio waves is not accurate. Press MENU, set [CLOCK] in [GENERAL] to [MANUAL], then adjust the clock manually. Related Topic Setting the Clock 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 86
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 The radio reception is poor./Static noise occurs. Connect the antenna (aerial) firmly. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 87
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Preset tuning is not possible. The broadcast signal is too weak. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 88
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 PTY displays The current station is not an RDS station, or the radio reception is poor. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 89
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 A USB device takes longer to play. The USB device contains files with a complicated tree structure. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 90
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 The audio file cannot be played. USB device 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
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Operations for skipping an album, skipping items (Jump mode), and searching a track by name ("Quick-BrowZer") cannot be performed is connected. Set [USB MODE] to [MSC/MTP]. Related Topic General Setup (GENERAL) 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 92
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 The sound cannot be output during playback in Android mode. Check the status of the audio playback application on the Android smartphone. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 93
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 The connecting device cannot detect this unit. Before the pairing is made, set this unit to pairing standby mode. the BLUETOOTH signal output to on. Related Topic Pairing and Connecting with a BLUETOOTH Device 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 94
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 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. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 95
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 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. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 96
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 No ringtone. Adjust the volume by rotating the control dial while receiving a call. Depending on the connecting device, , press MENU, then select [BLUETOOTH] [VOICE OUT]. Related Topic BLUETOOTH Setup (BLUETOOTH) 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 97
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 The talker's voice cannot be heard. The speakers are not connected to the unit. Connect the speakers to the unit. To select the speakers for
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 A call partner says that the volume is too low or high. Adjust the volume accordingly using mic gain adjustment. Related Topic Available Operations during Call 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 99
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Echo or noise occurs in phone call conversations. Lower the volume. Set EC/NC Mode to [EC/NC-1] or [EC/NC If an air conditioner is loud, lower the air conditioner. Related Topic Available Operations during Call 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 100
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 The phone is not connected. When BLUETOOTH audio is played, the phone is not connected even if you press CALL. Connect from the phone. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 101
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 The phone sound quality is poor. Phone sound quality depends on reception conditions of mobile phone. Move your car to a place where you can enhance the mobile phone's signal if the reception is poor. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 102
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 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. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 103
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 The sound skips during playback of a BLUETOOTH audio device. Reduce the distance between the unit and the BLUETOOTH audio device. between this unit and the mobile phone is being made. This is not a malfunction. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 104
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 The connected BLUETOOTH audio device cannot be controlled. Check that the connected BLUETOOTH audio device supports AVRCP. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 105
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Some functions do not work. Check if the connecting device supports the functions in question. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 106
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 A call is answered unintentionally. The connecting phone is set to answer a call automatically. Select [BLUETOOTH] [AUTO ANSWER] for the auto answer settings. Related Topic BLUETOOTH Setup (BLUETOOTH) 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 107
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 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. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 108
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Cannot pair. The unit may not be able to pair with a previously paired BLUETOOTH device after initializing the unit if the pairing information of the unit from the BLUETOOTH device, and then pair them again. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 109
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 BLUETOOTH function cannot operate. Turn off the unit by pressing and holding OFF for more than 2 seconds, then turn the unit on again. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 110
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 No sound is output from the car speakers during handsfree call. If the sound is output from the mobile phone, set the mobile phone to output the sound from the car speakers. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 111
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 "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. 5-007-
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Application name is mismatched with the actual application in "Sony | Music Center". Launch the application again from the "Sony | Music Center" application. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 113
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 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. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation
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    Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 The "Sony | Music Center" application is automatically disconnected when the display switches to [IPOD]. The "Sony | Music Center" application on iPhone/iPod does not support iPod playback. Change the source of the unit to other than [IPOD], then establish the "Sony
  • Sony DSX-GS900 | Help Guide - Page 116
    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 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 |
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Pandora® connection is not possible. Shut down the Pandora® application on the mobile device, and then launch it again. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 117
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 General The following messages may appear or flash during operation. INVALID: The selected operation could be invalid. AUDIO OUTPUT ERROR: There may be an internal
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 USB Device Playback HUB NO SUPPORT: USB hubs are not supported. IPOD 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
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 BLUETOOTH Function BT AUDIO NO DEVICE: A BLUETOOTH audio device The phone number is hidden by the caller. 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
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 "Sony | Music Center" Operation APP A connection with the application is not established. Make the "Sony | Music Center" connection again. APP DISPLAY: A screen setting display of the application is open. Exit the screen setting display of the application to
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Pandora® Operation BOOKMARK NOT SAVED: Bookmarking failed. Wait for a while, then try again. LOG IN ERROR: You are not logged into your Pandora® account. Disconnect
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    or select another station on the list. Pandora® limits the number of skips allowed on their service. STATION UNAVAILABLE: The selected station is no longer available or expired. Select another station. THUMBS ® application to the latest version. 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 123
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 SiriusXM Operation CHANNEL LOCKED The channel that you have requested is locked by the radio parental control feature. Select [GENERAL] [PARENTAL] for parental control settings.
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    antenna (aerial) cable for damage and kinks. Consult the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner installation manual for more information on antenna (aerial) installation. Replace the antenna (aerial) if the a Parental Control General Setup (GENERAL) 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 125
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Steering Wheel Remote Control Operation ERROR: An error occurred during the function registration. Register again from while [REGISTER] is blinking (about 6 seconds). Related Topic General Setup (GENERAL) 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 126
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Firmware Update Operation FILE ERROR: The updater is not stored in the USB device. Store the updater in the USB ignition to the OFF position, nor remove the USB device. Related Topic Updating the Firmware 5-007-635-11(1) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation 127
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Customer Support Websites You can access the following customer support websites to get support information about your system. For customers in the USA/Canada/Latin America: https://www.sony.com/am/support For customers in European countries: https://www.sony.eu/
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    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 About the "Support by Sony" App When you install the "Support by Sony" app on your smartphone, you can get software update information conveniently. "Support by Sony" app - Find information and get notification about your product: News & Alerts Software updates
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Help Guide
In-Car Receiver
DSX-GS900
Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions.
Getting Started
Guide to Parts and Controls
Initializing the Unit
Initializing the Unit
Setting the Clock
Checking the Battery Voltage
Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device
Preparing a
Bluetooth®
Device
Pairing and Connecting with a
BLUETOOTH
Device
Connecting with a Paired
BLUETOOTH
Device
Connecting with an
iPhone
/
iPod
(
BLUETOOTH
Auto Pairing)
Connecting a
USB
Device
Connecting Other Portable Audio Device
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