Sony MEX-GS600BT operating instructions App Remote via Bluetooth wireless technology Android phone

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App Remote via Bluetooth wireless technology (Android phone)

Downloading the “App Remote” application from Google Play is required for Android phone.

If the application is downloaded to an Android phone and connected to the unit, the following features are available:

Operate the unit to launch and control compatible applications on Android phone.

Operate Android phone with simple finger gestures to control the source of the unit.

Display detailed source information (song title, artist name, album art, etc.) on Android phone.

Read out incoming text messages/SMS

automatically.

Available operations differ depending on the application. For details on available applications, visit the support site on the back cover.

Notes

For your safety, follow your local traffic laws and regulations, and do not operate the application while driving.

The “App Remote” application via the Bluetooth function is only available for Android phones with Android 2.1, 2.2, 2.3 or 4.0 installed.

Automatic reading of the SMS function is only available for Android phones with TTS Engine installed.

You cannot control the “App Remote” application via the Bluetooth function while running Pandora® via Bluetooth.

Two-way Music Control with Android phone

Before connecting the mobile device, turn down the volume of the unit.

1Connect this unit and the mobile device via the Bluetooth function (page 22).

2Start up the “App Remote” application.

3Press and hold  (APP) on the unit for more than 2 seconds.

Connection to the mobile device starts. When connection is established, the name of the application on the mobile device appears when selecting a source, and some playback operations for the application become available. (Available operations differ depending on the application.)

Likewise, some playback operations of the unit can be controlled by the mobile device. For details on the operations on the mobile device, see the help of the application.

Note

When the mobile device is connected, the device number may appear. Make sure that the same

numbers are displayed (e.g., 123456) in this unit and the mobile device, then press  on

this unit and select “Yes” on the mobile device.

Tip

You can also press , rotate the control dial to select “APP REM,” then press it to

establish the connection. And then press  to select the source.

To terminate connection

Press and hold .

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Contents Bluetooth Audio System FM/AM Page Disappears each time you turn the ignition off Table of contents App Remote via Bluetooth wireless technology Android phone Important Notice Getting StartedSetting the clock Canceling the Demo modeDetaching the front panel Attaching the front panelLocation of controls Main unitCD/USB Bluetooth phone page 27 Pandora via USB/Bluetooth / Thumbs down /up  Disc slot  Display window   Eject buttonRM-X231 Remote commander Storing and receiving stations RadioStoring automatically BTM Storing manuallySetting CT Clock Time Tuning automaticallyReceiving the stored stations Selecting PTY Program TypesPlaying a disc USB devicesPlaying back a USB device Insert the disc label side upPlaying back iPod IPodResuming mode Operating an iPod directly Passenger controlDuring playback, press and hold Streaming Pandora Pandora via USB iPhoneThumbs feedback Station listTwo-way Music Control with iPhone App Remote via USB iPhoneBookmarking ShufflePlaying tracks in various modes Searching and playing tracksSearching a track by name Quick-BrowZer Searching by skip items Jump modeShuf GENRE*1 Shuf DEVICE*3Preset colors To cancel Alphabet search, press Back or Preset patterns Changing the illuminationSound Synchronization Advanced color settingDisplaying clear color White Menu DAYBluetooth operations Connecting Bluetooth devicesInstalling the microphone Start up effect Start WhitePairing Operating the Bluetooth functionsRINGTONE*1*2 Select this unit on the Bluetooth device to be connected Connecting a cellular phoneCanceling pairing ConnectionConnecting the last-connected cellular phone from this unit Connecting an audio deviceAppears when the connection is made Connecting the last-connected audio device from this unitReceiving calls Handsfree callingCalling from the phonebook Calling from the call historyCalling by phone number input Calling by preset numberCalling by redial Operations during a callPreset dial SMS indicatorVoice dial activation Adjusting the volume level Turn down the volume on this unitMusic streaming Listening to music from an audio deviceInitializing Bluetooth Settings Bluetooth wireless technology Android & BlackBerry phonesPandora via Press *2 Pause to start playback Two-way Music Control with Android phone App Remote via Bluetooth wireless technology Android phoneSelecting the sound quality EQ7 Preset Sound Settings and Setup MenuSetting the equalizer curve Optimizing sound by Time Alignment Listening PositionTo cancel listening position, select OFF in step Adjusting the listening positionYou can fine-tune the listening position setting Adjustable range +3 CenterUsing rear speakers as subwoofer Rear Bass Enhancer Adjusting setup itemsGeneral BeepPARENTAL*5 ZAPPIN*4Sound PositionDimmer DisplaySND Sync WHT MenuConnecting the portable audio device Using optional equipmentAuxiliary audio equipment APP REMSiriusXM Vehicle Tuner Additional Information PrecautionsPlayback order of MP3/WMA/ AAC files Moisture condensationWhat is Bluetooth technology? About Bluetooth functionOn Bluetooth communication About iPodReplacing the lithium battery of the remote commander MaintenanceCleaning the connectors OthersAudio Power Specifications SpecificationsTroubleshooting Automatic tuning is not possible Preset tuning is not possibleAuto Off function does not operate Operation buttons do not function. The disc will not ejectTalker’s voice volume is low Connecting device cannot detect this unitCall partner says that the volume is too low or high You cannot play back items via a USB hubError displays/Messages Failure For Bluetooth functionPreset number Empty For App Remote operation APP -------- ApplicationFor Pandora operation For SiriusXM operation Code ErrorHttp//esupport.sony.com Bluetooth Audio System Toyota Sony Sony Consumer 1 Year Warranty Limited WARRANTYu.s.only