Sony XAV-AX8500 Operating Instructions - Page 15

1 Decide the installation location on the dashboard, then clean the attachment surface. Choose a flat surface where:  the GPS antenna (aerial)  can be positioned horizontally.  operation of the passenger-side airbag is not impeded.  GPS satellite reception is not blocked by anything inside the car or the windshield (windscreen) wipers. 2 Remove the tape of the metal plate , then attach it on the dashboard. 3 Remove the tape of the GPS antenna (aerial) , then attach it on the metal plate .   Using the steering wheel remote control When using the steering wheel remote control Installation of the connection cable RC-SR1  is required before use. 1 Select [Settings]  [System]  [Steering Wheel Settings]. 2 Set the [Custom] switch to [On]. You can make the registration to enable the steering wheel remote control. When the registration is complete, the steering wheel remote control becomes available. Notes on installing the connection cable RC-SR1  GND Input 1 Input 2 REMOTE IN 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 are in your car, contact the store where you purchased this unit or the car dealer before installation. Notes • Be sure to use the metal plate , otherwise signal reception may be poor. • Do not install the GPS antenna (aerial)  close to other electrical equipment, otherwise signal reception may be unstable. • If the surface of the metal plate  is cold, the tape may not stick firmly. Warm up its surface with a hair dryer, etc., before applying the tape. • If there is no flat surface on which to install the GPS antenna (aerial) , bend the metal plate  to fit a curved surface before installing.  Black  Green  Brown • Refer to the support site for details, then connect each lead properly to the appropriate leads. Making an improper connection may damage the unit. URL: https://www.sony.com/am/support • Consulting the dealer or an experienced technician for help is recommended. • When connecting the iDataLink Maestro module (not supplied), do not connect any device to the REMOTE IN terminal (blue). Likewise, when connecting a device to the REMOTE IN terminal (blue), do not connect the iDataLink Maestro module (not supplied) to the IDATA LINK I/F terminal (black). When using an adaptor for the steering wheel remote control Depending on the type of car, use an adaptor for the steering wheel remote control (not supplied). 1 Select [Settings]  [System]  [Steering Wheel Settings]. 2 Set the [Custom] switch to [Off]. The adaptor for the steering wheel remote control is enabled. 15EN