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Sony DSX-GS900 Help Manual

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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 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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  • Page 1 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®...
  • Page 2 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 Playing Tracks Repeat Play and Shuffle Play Searching a Track by Name (“Quick-BrowZer”)
  • Page 3 Making a Call by Redial Making a Call by Voice Tags Available Operations during Call Useful Functions “Sony | Music Center” with iPhone/Android™ Smartphone “Sony | Music Center” with iPhone/Android™ Smartphone Establishing the “Sony | Music Center” Connection Selecting the Source or Application Using Voice Recognition (Android Smartphone Only) Using “Siri Eyes Free”...
  • Page 4 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 reception, the demonstration mode starts.
  • Page 5 While running the “Sony | Music Center” application via BLUETOOTH, the display automatically switches to [BT AUDIO]. The “Sony | Music Center” application is automatically disconnected when the display switches to [IPOD]. The “Sony | Music Center” connection is automatically disconnected when the USB mode of the unit is changed to [ANDROID]. Pandora® operation Pandora®...
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  • Page 7: Guide To Parts And Controls

    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.
  • Page 8 (browse) During playback: Enters the browse mode. (Not available when a USB device in Android mode or iPod is connected.) PTY (program type) During FM reception: Selects PTY in RDS. SRC (source) Turns on the power. Changes the source. 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.
  • Page 9 Press and hold to open the setup menu. 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 +/–) VOL (volume) +/–...

  • Page 10: Initializing The Unit

    Rotate the control dial to select [INITIALIZE], then press it. Rotate the control dial to select [INIT-YES], then press it. Note Initialize the unit before discarding the unit to prevent the leakage of phone information. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 11: Setting The Clock

    To move the digital indication, press (SEEK –/+). After setting the minute, press MENU. The setup is complete and the clock starts. To display the clock Press DSPL (display). To set the clock automatically Select [AUTO ] in step 3. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 12: Checking The Battery Voltage

    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.) Press DSPL (display) repeatedly until the battery voltage display appears. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 13: Preparing A Bluetooth 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. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 14: Pairing And Connecting With A Bluetooth Device

    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 other devices to recognize each other. This unit can connect two BLUETOOTH devices (two mobile phones, or a mobile phone and an audio device).
  • Page 15 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 16: Connecting With A Paired Bluetooth Device

    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. Press MENU, rotate the control dial to select [BLUETOOTH], then press it.
  • Page 17 You need to install the microphone (supplied). 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 18 If BLUETOOTH Auto Pairing is not established, perform pairing and make the BLUETOOTH connection with the iPhone/iPod, as with other BLUETOOTH device. Related Topic BLUETOOTH Setup (BLUETOOTH) Preparing a Bluetooth® Device Pairing and Connecting with a BLUETOOTH Device Connecting with a Paired BLUETOOTH Device 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 19: Connecting A Usb Device

    Turn down the volume on the unit. 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 20: Connecting Other Portable Audio Device

    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] [AUX VOLUME]. Related Topic Sound Setup (SOUND) 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 21: Listening To The Radio

    While receiving the station that you want to preset, press and hold a number button (1 to 6) until [MEMORY] appears. To receive preset stations Select the band, then press a number button (1 to 6). Related Topic General Setup (GENERAL) 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 22: Selecting Program Types (Pty)

    COUNTRY (Country), OLDIES (Oldies), SOFT (Soft), NOSTALGA (Nostalgia), JAZZ (Jazz), CLASSICL MUSIC (Classical), R & B (Rhythm and Blues), SOFT R&B (Soft Rhythm and Blues), REL MUSC (Religious Music), MUSC ESP (Spanish Music), HIP HOP (Hip-Hop) 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 23: Listening To The Siriusxm Radio

    Note 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. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 24 Rotate the control dial to select the desired channel, then press it. To select channels with rapid browse mode Press and hold (up) or (down) of remote commander for more than 2 seconds after [CHANNEL] selected, then press ENTER. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 25: To Preset Channels

    While receiving the channel that you want to preset, press and hold a number button (1 to 6) until [MEMORY] appears. To receive the preset channel, press MODE to select the Band you want ([SXM1], [SXM2] or [SXM3]), then press a number button (1 to 6). (Each Band can preset up to 6 channels.) 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 26 Enter the current passcode on the current passcode input display, then press ENTER. The initial passcode is [0000]. Enter your new 4-digit passcode on the new passcode input display, then press ENTER. To change display items Press DSPL (display) repeatedly until the desired display items appear. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 27: Playing A Usb Device

    Help Guide In-Car 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...
  • Page 28 Related Topic Precautions Connecting a USB Device General Setup (GENERAL) Customer Support Websites 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 29: Playing A Bluetooth Device

    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.

  • Page 30: Repeat Play And Shuffle Play

    Repeat Play and Shuffle Play Not available when a USB device in Android mode is connected. During playback, press (repeat) or (shuffle) repeatedly to select the desired play mode. Available play modes differ depending on the selected sound source. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 31: Searching A Track By Name - Quick-Browzer

    (browse) for more than 2 seconds to directly return to the beginning of the category list. Rotate the control dial to select the desired search category, then press it. Rotate the control dial to select the desired track, then press it. Playback starts. To exit the “Quick-BrowZer” mode Press (browse). 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 32 The list is jumped in steps of 10% of the total number of items. Press ENTER to return to the “Quick-BrowZer” mode. The selected item appears. Rotate the control dial to select the desired item, then press it. Playback starts. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 33 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. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 34: Setting Up Pandora

    Check the compatibility of your mobile device by visiting the support site. 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/everywhere/mobile Related Topic Customer Support Websites 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 35: Streaming Pandora

    [Yes] on the mobile device. When activating the BLUETOOTH function You can adjust the volume level. Press MENU, then select [SOUND] [BTA VOLUME]. Related Topic Connecting with a Paired BLUETOOTH Device Sound Setup (SOUND) BLUETOOTH Setup (BLUETOOTH) 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 36: "Thumbs" Feedback

    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 “Thumbs” Feedback “Thumbs Up” or “Thumbs Down” feedback allows you to personalize stations. During playback, press (Thumbs Up) or (Thumbs Down). 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 37 During playback, press (browse). Press (SEEK +) to select the sorting order [STATION SORT BY DATE] or [STATION SORT BY A TO Z]. Rotate the control dial to select the desired station, then press it. Playback starts. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 38 Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Bookmarking The track currently being played can be bookmarked and stored in your Pandora® account. During playback, press MODE. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 39 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 40: Receiving A Call

    The ringtone and talker’s voice are output from the front speakers. To select the speakers for handsfree calling, press MENU, then select [BLUETOOTH] [VOICE OUT]. To reject the call Press and hold OFF for 1 second. To end the call Press CALL again. Related Topic BLUETOOTH Setup (BLUETOOTH) 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 41: 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 42: Making A Call From The Phonebook

    Rotate the control dial to select a name from the name list, then press it. Rotate the control dial to select a phone number from the number list, then press it. The phone call starts. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 43: Making A Call From The Call History

    Rotate the control dial to select [RECENT CALL], then press it. A list of the call history appears. Rotate the control dial to select a name or phone number from the call history, then press it. The phone call starts. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 44 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. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 45 Press CALL. When two mobile phones are connected to the unit, rotate the control dial to select either phone, then press it. Rotate the control dial to select [REDIAL], then press it. The phone call starts. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 46 Alternatively, press and hold VOICE for more than 2 seconds (only available for the first mobile phone connected to the unit). Say the voice tag stored on the mobile phone. Your voice is recognized, and the phone call starts. To cancel voice dialing Press VOICE. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 47: Available Operations During Call

    To switch between handsfree mode and handheld mode During a call, press MODE to switch the phone call audio between the unit and mobile phone. Note Depending on the mobile phone, this operation may not be available. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 48: "Sony | Music Center" With Iphone/Android™ Smartphone

    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.
  • Page 49 [SEL AUDIO]. Launch the “Sony | Music Center” application. Press MENU, rotate the control dial to select [SONY APP], then press it. Connection to iPhone/Android smartphone starts. For details on the operations on iPhone/Android smartphone, refer to the help of the application.

  • Page 50: To Select The Source

    To display the source list Press SRC (source). To make 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. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 51: Using Voice Recognition (Android Smartphone Only)

    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. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 52 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. Related Topic Preparing a Bluetooth® Device BLUETOOTH Setup (BLUETOOTH) 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 53: Basic Setting Operation

    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). Press MENU. Rotate the control dial to select the setup category, then press it.

  • Page 54: General Setup (General)

    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 the unit is turned off and the clock is displayed (i.e. press and hold OFF for 1 second): [ENABLE] (30 minutes), [DISABLE].
  • Page 55 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. SPKR LOAD (speaker impedance load) Sets the impedance load of the speaker connection: [4 OHM] (4 Ω...
  • Page 56 Enters firmware update process: [YES], [NO]. UPDATE Updating the firmware takes a few minutes to complete. During the update, do not turn the ignition to (firmware the OFF position, nor remove the USB device. update) Related Topic Customer Support Websites 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 57: 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 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].)
  • Page 58 Item Detail [NEAR] (near), SUBW POS (subwoofer [NORMAL] (normal), position) [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 [CLR AUDIO+] is set to [ON].) BALANCE (balance) Adjusts the sound balance: [RIGHT-15] –...
  • Page 59 When using a subwoofer with dual voice coil, or using subwoofer(s) by connecting to the right and left rear speaker leads, set [SPKR LOAD] to [2 OHM]. Item Detail SUBW MODE (subwoofer mode) Selects the subwoofer mode: [1], [2], [3], [OFF]. SUBW PHASE (subwoofer phase) Selects the subwoofer phase: [NORMAL], [REVERSE].
  • Page 60 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. (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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 61: Display Setup (Display)

    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 connected, and the head lights are turned on.) To set this function to be active only during a fixed period, select [CLK], then set the start and end times.
  • Page 62 AUTO SCROLL (auto scroll) Scrolls long items automatically: [ON], [OFF]. (Not available when the AUX or radio is selected.) 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 63: Bluetooth Setup (Bluetooth)

    (Available only while the source is off and the clock is displayed.) VOICE OUT (voice output) Selects the speakers for handsfree calling: [VOICE FRONT] (front speakers), [VOICE REAR] (rear speakers), [VOICE ALL] (all speakers). (Available only while the source is off and the clock is displayed.) 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 64 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 65 Press MENU, rotate the control dial to select [GENERAL], then press it. Rotate the control dial to select [DEMO], then press it. Rotate the control dial to select [DEMO-OFF], then press it. The setting is complete. Press (back) twice. The display returns to normal reception/play mode. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 66: Updating The Firmware

    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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 67: About Ipod

    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, or it may cause malfunction due to high temperature in direct sunlight.
  • Page 68 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 69: Maintenance

    Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. A: Lithium battery (CR2025) + side up Note Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of children. Should the battery be swallowed, immediately consult a doctor. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 70: Specifications

    Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Specifications FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE USA. NOT APPLICABLE IN CANADA, INCLUDING IN THE PROVINCE OF QUEBEC. POUR LES CLIENTS AUX ÉTATS-UNIS. NON APPLICABLE AU CANADA, Y COMPRIS LA PROVINCE DE QUÉBEC. AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS CTA2006 Standard Power Output: 45 Watts RMS ×...

  • Page 71: Wireless Communication

    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 kHz –...
  • Page 72 Parts for installation and connections (1 set) SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner: SXV100, SXV200, SXV300 Optional accessories/equipment Cable for steering wheel remote input: RC-SR1 Ask the dealer for detailed information. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 73 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. Windows Media is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
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  • Page 75: 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 software update information conveniently.
  • Page 76 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 77 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. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 78 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 79 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 80 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 81 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 82 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 83 The display disappears from/does not appear in the display window. The dimmer is set to [DIMMER-ON]. The display disappears if you press and hold OFF. Press OFF on the unit until the display appears. The connectors are dirty. Related Topic Display Setup (DISPLAY) Maintenance 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 84 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 85 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 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 86 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 87 Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 The radio reception is poor. / Static noise occurs. Connect the antenna (aerial) firmly. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 88 Help Guide In-Car Receiver DSX-GS900 Preset tuning is not possible. The broadcast signal is too weak. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 89 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 90 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 91 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. Related Topic Specifications 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 92 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]. Related Topic General Setup (GENERAL) 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 93 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 94 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. Related Topic Pairing and Connecting with a BLUETOOTH Device 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 95 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 96 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 97 Set [RINGTONE] to [1]. The speakers are not connected to the unit. Connect the speakers to the unit. To select the speakers for ringtone, press MENU, then select [BLUETOOTH] [VOICE OUT]. Related Topic BLUETOOTH Setup (BLUETOOTH) 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 98 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 talker’s voice, press MENU, then select [BLUETOOTH] [VOICE OUT]. Related Topic BLUETOOTH Setup (BLUETOOTH) 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 99 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 100 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. Related Topic Available Operations during Call 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 101 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 102 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 103 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 104 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 mobile phone is being made. This is not a malfunction. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 105 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 106 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 107 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 108 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 109 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 is on the BLUETOOTH device. In this case, delete the pairing information of the unit from the BLUETOOTH device, and then pair them again. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 110 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 111 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 112 “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. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 113 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 114 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 115 [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 | Music Center” connection. Related Topic Establishing the “Sony | Music Center” Connection...
  • Page 116 [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. Related Topic Establishing the “Sony | Music Center” Connection...
  • Page 117 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(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 118 INVALID: The selected operation could be invalid. AUDIO 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.

  • Page 119: Usb Device Playback

    USB OVERLOAD: The USB device is overloaded. Disconnect the USB device, then press SRC (source) to select another source. The USB device has a fault, or an unsupported device is connected. Related Topic General Setup (GENERAL) Specifications 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 120: Bluetooth Function

    NO INFO: 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 number cannot be displayed. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 121 Exit the setting display of the application to enable button operation. APP NO DEVICE: The device with the application installed is not connected or recognized. Make the BLUETOOTH connection and establish the “Sony | Music Center” connection again. APP SOUND: A sound setting display of the application is open.

  • Page 122: Pandora® Operation

    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 the device, log into your Pandora® account, then connect the device again.
  • Page 123 Select another station. THUMBS NOT RECORDED: “Thumbs” feedback failed. Wait for a while, then try again. UPDATE APP AND TRY AGAIN: An old version of Pandora® is connected. Update the Pandora® application to the latest version. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 124: Siriusxm Operation

    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. CHANNEL NOT AVAILABLE The channel that you have requested is not a valid SiriusXM channel or the channel that you were listening to is no longer available.
  • Page 125 Press ENTER to clear the message. If you have questions about your subscription, please contact SiriusXM. In the USA, visit www.siriusxm.com call 1-866-635-2349. In Canada, visit www.siriusxm.ca or call 1-877-438-9677. Related Topic Setting a Parental Control General Setup (GENERAL) 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 126 ERROR: An error occurred during the function registration. Register again from the function where the error occurred. TIMEOUT: The function registration failed due to a timeout. Try completing the registration while [REGISTER] is blinking (about 6 seconds). Related Topic General Setup (GENERAL) 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 127 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. Related Topic Updating the Firmware 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 128: Customer Support Websites

    If you have any questions/problems regarding this product, try the following: Read Troubleshooting in this Help Guide. Please contact (U.S.A. only); Call 1-800-222-7669 https://www.SONY.com For customers in European countries Register your product online now at: https://www.sony.eu/mysony 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 129 “Support by Sony” app - Find information and get notifications about your product: News & Alerts Software updates Tutorials Tips & Tricks https://sony.net/SBS Visit the “Support by Sony” website at sony.net/SBS, and bookmark the model name of the unit, “DSX-GS900”, when you visit the website. 5-007-635-11(3) Copyright 2019 Sony Corporation...

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