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Last Updated: 02/01/2010
MEX-BT3800U
CD Receiver MP3/WMA/AAC Player
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Features
MP3/WMA playback
Multi-format playback lets you play CDs, CD-Rs, or CD-RWs
loaded with hundreds of MP3 or WMA songs .
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Detachable Face with Front Aux In
The 1-line 13 segment LCD display makes it
easy to read song information and the front auxiliary input lets you connect
almost any portable audio device to your car's sound system.
Superior Bluetooth® audio quality
The MEX-BT3800 features Bluetooth® hands-
free and audio streaming functionality that gives you exceptional sound quality.
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Multiple Bluetooth® profile support
The MEX-BT3800U includes HFP, A2DP, and
AVRCP Bluetooth® profile support so you can sync your car stereo with your
Bluetooth-enabled devices .
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USB 1-Wire for Digital Music Players
USB 1-Wire for iPod® products, iPhone®,
and other USB DMPs lets you directly connect, charge, and control your digital
music player via the USB jack in the front of the unit, as well as view metadata
like song title and artist on the front display.
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Quick-BrowZer® with Jump Mode feature
Search and select songs by category,
including artist, album, genre, or playlist. Jump Mode allows you to fast forward
through a music category in 10 percent increments.
Zappin™ function
Use Zappin™ function to play 6, 9, or 30-second music clips
until you find the song you want.
Passenger Control
Passenger Control lets your co-pilot control the music playing
from your iPod® device via connected USB 1-Wire, and as they scan through
your music, artist and album information is conveniently shown on the receiver
display.
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ADDITIONAL FEATURES
Satellite Radio / HD Radio® ready
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EQ3 and 52 Watts x 4 High Power
Selectable Pre-outs with LPF/HPF
Radio Data System
Wireless Card Remote included
Key illumination
Specifications
Convenience Features
CD Text Display:
CD and MP3 / WMA data displayed
Illumination:
Blue
On-Screen Clock:
12H
General
Disc Capacity:
1
Color:
Piano Black
Audio
Preout Impedance:
220 ohms
Preout Voltage:
2 volt
Frequency Response:
CD: 10-20,000 Hz
Wow and Flutter:
Below measurable limit
Station Preset(s):
18 FM / 12 AM
Digital-to-Analog Converter:
24bit
Tuner Frequency Range:
FM:Tuner Frequency Range(MHz): 87.5-107.9, AM:Tuner
Frequency Range(kHz): 530-1710
Tone Control(s):
Low +/- 10 dB at 60 Hz
Mid +/- 10 dB at 1 kHz
High +/- 10dB at 10 kHz
Tuner Type:
SSIR-EXA with RDS
Volume Control:
Tel/Nav Attenuation Circuitry
CD Playback:
CD, CD-R / CD-RW (MP3/WMAfiles)
Band:
AM / FM
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (dB):
CD: 120 dB
Convenience
Tilt Range:
45°
Amplifier Section
Speaker Impedance:
4-8 Ohms
Max power output:
52 watts x 4 at 4 ohms
Tuner
FM Usable Sensitivity:
10 dBf
Selectivity:
75 dB at 400 kHz
S/N Ratio:
70 dB (mono)
Frequency Response:
FM: 20-15,000 Hz
Stereo Separation:
40 dB at 1 KHz
Power
Power Consumption (in Operation):
45w
Output Power:
52W x4 High Power - 17 watts per channel minimum continuous
average power into 4 Ohms, 4 channels driven from 20 Hz to 20 kHz with no more
than 5% total harmonic distortion.
Current Drain:
3 - 5 amps
Input Power:
12 V DC car battery (negative ground (earth))
Input Voltage:
12 V DC car battery (negative ground)
Inputs and Outputs
RCA Audio Output(s):
Front, Rear, and Subwoofer RCA pre-amp outputs
Digital Audio Input(s):
-Ability to use all forms of USB devices may vary as not all
devices are compatible.
This unit can be connected to the following iPods. Update your iPod to the latest
software before you use it.
-iPod Nano 1st generation*
-iPod Nano 2nd generation (aluminum)
-iPod Nano 3rd generation (video)
-iPod 5th generation (video)*
-iPod Classic
-iPod Touch
-iPhone
When you connect iPod Nano1st generation or iPod 5th generation, Passenger
Control is not available.
-This unit is compliant with MSC (Mass Storage Class) and MTP (Media Transfer
Protocol) type USB devices compliant with the USB standard.
-This unit cannot recognize USB devices via a USB hub.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit that are not covered
in this manual, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
USB Port(s):
Front USB - Full Speed
Antenna Terminal(s):
Aerial Input Terminal
12V Trigger Output(s):
Power antenna
Amplifier turn on
Remote Jack:
Optional Wired Remote input
Audio In:
Front Aux input with variable level: -8dB
∼
+18dB
Front USB input
Sony Bus audio/controll terminal
Infrared Port:
Wireless remote
Dimensions
Weight:
1.2Kg
Measurements:
178 x 50 x 179mm
Supplied Accessories
Wireless Card Remote (RM-304)
Parts for installation and connections (1 set)
Optional Accessories
CD changer (6 discs): CDX-T69
Source selector: XA-C40
Aux-in selector: XA-300
HD Radio® tuner: XT-100HD
iPod Cable: RC-100IP
Wired microphone: XA-MC10
Color:
Piano Black
UPC Code:
027242773957
1. Not all MP3, WMA, AAC files may playback due to file variations. Copyright protected ACC-LC files cannot
be played back.
2. Ability to use all generations of iPod products may vary as not all products are compatible. Compatible with
iPod® touch, iPod Nano 3rd generation, iPod classic, iPod Nano 2nd generation, iPod 5th generation, iPod
Nano 1st generation, iPod 4th generation, iPod mini.
3. Satellite radio service requires a satellite radio tuner and service subscription, sold separately.
4. HD Radio™ capability requires an optional HD Radio tuner (XT-100HD).
5. Ability to use all forms of USB devices may vary as not all devices are compatible.
6. Not all Bluetooth enabled devices may communicate with each other.
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Non-metric weights and measures are approximate.