Built-in Bluetooth
USB/iPod/Aux Integration
Pandora + Remote App (for iPhone
& Android)
Disc Playback
Radio Functions
Audio Section
Display Features
Remote Control
Built-in Bluetooth
Bluetooth Technology: The Sony MEX-GS600BT is equipped with
built-in Bluetooth (version 2.1 + EDR), allowing you to make and receive phone
calls wirelessly through the receiver; as well as stream music wirelessly from
your smartphone to the head unit. In order to use Bluetooth wireless technology,
your phone must also be Bluetooth compatible and be able to interpret certain
profiles. This unit is compatible with the following Bluetooth Profiles:
- Hands-Free Communication: HFP (Hands Free Profile),
PBAB (Phone Book Access Profile).
- Audio Streaming: A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution
Profile), AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile).
Pairing: Up to 9 phones or audio devices can be registered
with the MEX-GS600BT (only one device can be used at a time). The unit can be
set to automatically reconnect to the last connected Bluetooth device when the
ignition is turned on. Due to the differences in Bluetooth technology, some
Bluetooth enabled devices may be incompatible, function improperly, or may not
support all features when used with the Sony MEX-GS600BT. Please visit
Sony eSupport for a complete list of compatible Bluetooth enabled phones.
External Microphone: The MEX-GS600BT includes an external
microphone to carry on your side of your phone conversation and voice command
dialing. The external wired microphone offers improved audio quality versus an
integrated microphone, so you can be heard easier over noisy traffic and road
noise. You can adjust the level of the microphone without affecting the other
sources. The external microphone features an attached 12' cable terminated by a
right-angle 3.5mm connector which plugs into the mic input on the rear-panel of
the head unit. The microphone comes with a mounting bracket which can be clipped
to your vehicle's sun-visor or taped to your dash. The external microphone
measures 0.465" (diameter) x 1.425" (depth). There is no integrated
front-panel mic.
Hands-Free Communication: The Sony MEX-GS600BT supports
Bluetooth hands-free communication for your Bluetooth enabled cell-phone.
Bluetooth hands-free communication helps to minimize distraction while driving
by allowing you to control your mobile phone from the head unit, so you don't
have to touch your mobile phone. The controls of the MEX-GS600BT can be used to
dial a number, answer an in-coming call, or end a call. The unit also features
an external microphone (featuring adjustable gain), so you can carry on your
side of the conversation while listening to the caller through your vehicles
speakers. During a conversation, you can switch between the Private Mode
(talking directly on your cell phone) and the Hands Free Mode.
- Answering Calls: Incoming calls can be answered
manually or automatically (between 3-10 seconds) through the Sony head unit,
while the ring tone is output from your car speakers and the caller's name
or phone number is displayed on the head unit's LCD. Incoming calls can also
be rejected if desired.
- Dialing a Number: Using the MEX-GS600BT, you can dial a
phone number in one of the following ways.
- Entering Phone #: Allows you to manually dial a
phone number using the unit's control dial.
- Redial: Use to easily redial the last number you
called.
- Preset Dial: You can store up to 6 contacts in the
preset dial for quick dialing.
- Phone Book: You can store up to 1,000 contacts in
the unit's phone book. Up to a 40 character name can be input for each
contact.
- Call History: The unit will store the last 20
calls, allowing you to select a previous phone number quickly from the
list.
- Voice Dial: You can make a call using the voice
tags stored on your connected cellular phone.
SMS Indicator: The SMS indicator informs you of any incoming
or unread SMS messages on your paired Bluetooth-enabled smartphone. You will
still need to view the text message from your phone, as well as create and send
text messages from your phone.
Wireless Audio Streaming (with Meta Data Display): The Sony
MEX-GS600BT also supports wireless audio playback (AD2P) and control (AVRCP) of
a Bluetooth enabled audio player or smartphone. The MEX-GS600BT will be able to
control your stored music's basic playback functions; such as Play/Pause,
Previous/Next Track, Fast-Forward/Reverse, and Shuffle/Repeat. The head unit
will also display your stored music's song information; such as Artist name,
Song title, and Album label. The MEX-GS600BT also supports audio streaming of
music apps (control and metadata display depends on music app). When an
incoming call or outgoing call is in progress from your Bluetooth enabled mobile
phone, audio streaming will be paused so you can take your call. Once the call
is finished, your streaming music will resume.
Volume Adjustment: You can adjust the volume level of your
paired Bluetooth audio device from -8 to +18dB to match volume level output of
other sources.
USB/iPod/Aux Integration
USB Port: The receiver's rear-panel USB type-A port
(attached to rear-chassis by a 59" cable) can be
used for plugging in a (MSC) Mass Storage Class USB device; such as your Android
smartphone, portable digital audio player, or USB thumbdrive. The head unit can
play music files stored on the USB device in MP3, WMA, or AAC formats (up to 320
kbps). The head unit can recognize up to 10,000 music files on a single USB Mass
Storage Device. The MEX-GS600BT offers the following USB search, playback, and
display functions.
- Search Modes:
- Quick-BrowZer: allows you to search for a track on
a connected USB device easily by category (Genre, Artist, Album, or
Playlist)
- Jump Mode: gets you closer to the song you want by
allowing you to fast forward through a music category in 10% increments
- Zappin: play music (files or folders) in 6, 15, or
30-second clips until you find the song you are looking for on your
connected USB device
- Playback Modes:
- Repeat: repeat a single track or repeat an entire
album
- Random: shuffle all tracks or a specific album
- Display Information:
- Numeric Text: track number and elapsed playing time
- Alphanumeric Text: song title, artist name, and
album label
Note: This unit cannot recognize USB devices via a
USB hub. Not all MP3, WMA, AAC files may playback due to file
variations. Copyright protected ACC-LC files cannot be played back.
USB 1-Wire iPod/iPhone Control: The MEX-GS600BT's
rear-panel USB port allows you to connect your iPod/iPhone via the included
iPod dock or Lightning connector-to-USB cable that comes with your iPod or
iPhone (not included with the head unit). This USB 1-Wire for iPod/iPhone
connection lets you directly connect, charge, & control select iPod/iPhones via
the USB jack on the front of the unit, as well as view metadata like song title
& artist name on the front display.
- Bypass iPod DAC: The USB connection allows your
iPod/iPhone's stored music to be loaded instantly to the head unit and sound
quality to be maximized through the head unit's 1-bit D/A converter
(bypassing iPod/iPhone DAC), allowing for a Signal-to-Noise ratio up to
120dB.
- Music Navigation: You can choose to control the
iPod/iPhone from the head unit or from your iPod/iPhone's clickwheel or
touchscreen. The Quick-BrowZer feature allows you to browse your
iPod/iPhone's music library by Artist, Album, Song, Genre, Playlist, or
Podcast from the head unit. You can search within a specific Quick-BrowZer
category or All tracks alphabetically (A-Z). With the head unit's Zappin
feature, you can play music tracks & albums in 6, 15, or 30-second clips
until you find the song you are looking for on your connected iPod/iPhone.
The unit also offers Repeat (Track/Album) & Shuffle (Album) playback modes
for iPod/iPhone.
- Information Display: The head unit will display your
iPod/iPhone's music file information, including - Track #, Elapsed playing
time, Song title, Artist name, and Album label.
- Charging: While connected and the ignition switch is
set to ACC or ON, the head unit's USB connection will power and charge your
iPod/iPhone. If your iPod/iPhone has no initial battery charge, then this
unit will not recognize it.
iPod/iPhone Compatibility Chart: The Sony MEX-GS600BT is
"Made for iPod/iPhone" compatible and supports the following iPod/iPhone model
features (as of 12/5/2012):
|
iPod Model |
Generation |
Tested Version |
Media Type |
Control Type |
Display Type |
Bluetooth |
Charge |
|
Audio |
Video |
Head Unit |
iPod |
App Remote |
Pandora App |
Artist/Song Text |
Track Info |
Phone |
Audio |
|
video |
5th |
1.3 |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
|
classic |
80GB |
1.1.2 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
|
120GB |
2.0.1 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
|
160GB |
2.0.4 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
|
nano |
1st |
1.3.1 |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
|
2nd |
1.1.3 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
|
3rd |
1.1.3 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
|
4th |
1.0.4 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
|
5th |
1.0.2 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
|
6th |
1.1 PC |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
|
7th |
1.2 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
|
touch |
1st |
2.2.1 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
|
2nd |
4.2.1 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
|
3rd |
5.1.1 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
|
4th |
6.0.1 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
|
5th |
6.0.1 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
|
iPhone |
2G |
3.1.3 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
|
3G |
4.2.1 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
3GS |
5.1.1 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
4 |
6.0.1 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
4S |
6.0.1 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
5 |
6.0.1 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
iPad |
1 |
5.1.1 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
|
2 |
6.0.1 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
|
3 |
6.0.1 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
|
4 |
6.0.1 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
|
mini |
6.0.1 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
Note: Apple iPod/iPhone software updates may change
functionality results. If you download a newer software version, you may
need to reset the head unit and your iPod/iPhone to regain functionality. If
this doesn't work, you may need to wait until a newer software update is
available.
Front-Panel Auxiliary Input: A front panel stereo 3.5mm
mini-jack is provided to allow the connection of a portable audio source. Just
connect your portable digital music player to this unit, and you can listen to
the audio from the portable player through the speakers in your mobile audio
system. The volume level of the auxiliary input is adjustable from -8 to +18 dB
to compensate for any difference between the unit and your portable device. The
aux input can be deactivated in the menu, so it does not appear as an available
source.
Pandora + Remote App
(for iPhone & Android)
App Remote Technology: Sony's App Remote Technology offers
two-way communication between the Sony MEX-GS600BT and your USB-connected iPhone
(iOS 5+) or Bluetooth-connected Android smartphone (2.1/2.2/2.3/4.0/4.1).
You will need to download the free Sony App Remote application from the
Apple App Store or the
Google Play App Store. This application integrates compatible Apple iOS and
Android apps into the selectable source list of the Sony CD receiver and lets
you launch apps from the head unit. You can operate basic functionality of
compatible audio apps directly from the receiver (operation differs depending on
the app). Movie and navigation apps will continue to be controlled from your
smartphone. In addition, you can control the receiver's sources directly from
the application on your smartphone using simple finger gestures and see detailed
source information on the phone's touchscreen.
- Receiver Sources: The App Remote on your iPhone or
Android smartphone lets you access the head unit's Tuner (AM/FM), CD,
iPhone, Bluetooth, and Aux sources from your phone's touchscreen. You can
use finger gestures to tap, flick left/right, or flick up/down on the
phone's touchscreen in order to change AM/FM Band, Play/Pause a track, Seek
Up/Down a track or station, select a Preset, or access an Album. You will
also be able to see song/artist information from MP3/WMA/AAC and smartphone
sources, as well as station identification numbers from AM/FM radio.
- Compatible Apps (as of 12/5/2012): The App Remote also
provides various music, movie, and navigation apps which can be accesses
from the Sony MEX-GS600BT's source list. Available operation differs
depending on the application.
- Music Apps: Music apps include; AUPEO!,
iHeartRadio, Last.fm, Livio Radio, Pandora, MOG, Spotify, Slacker Radio,
Shoutcast, TuneIn, and more. The head unit offers full
control & song/artist information for Pandora (see Pandora App
description below). The head unit only provides basic playback functions
(Play/Pause, Skip Track, or Next Station) and no song/artist information
for other music apps.
- Movie Apps: Movie apps include; HBO GO, Hulu
Plus, Netflix, YouTube and more. Video will be displayed on your
smartphone's screen, while the audio plays through your vehicle's
speakers. You can control Play/Pause from the MEX-GS600BT. Other
playback functions will need to done on your smartphone. Subscription
may be required. You should not watch videos while your vehicle is in
motion.
- Navigation Apps: Supported navigation apps include;
Google Maps, Garmin (USA/N.America), INRIX Traffic, MotionX GPS
Drive, Navfree GPS TeleNav (GPS/Navigation), NAVIGON, TomTom, and
more. The map screen will display on your smartphone's touchscreen,
while audible directions can be heard through your vehicle's speakers.
You can continue to listen to music while navigating; the unit will
attenuate your music during a navigation voice-prompt. Control of the
navigation apps will still be done through your smartphone's
touchscreen. Fees may apply for some navigation apps & functions.
- Bluetooth SMS (Android only): In addition to hands-free
calling and music control using Bluetooth technology, App Remote enables the
car receiver to automatically read text messages (SMS) when the feature is
turned on (your Android smartphone must have TTS Engine installed).
Note: Access to the music, movie, and navigation apps will
depend on the availability of a cellular and/or WiFi network for purposes of
allowing your iPhone to connect to the Internet.
Pandora Internet Radio: Pandora is the leading Internet
Radio music service in the United States, giving people music they love anytime,
anywhere, through personalized radio stations. The Sony MEX-GS600BT CD receiver
lets you playback and control the Pandora Internet Radio music service that is
being streamed to your Apple iPhone, Android smartphone, or BlackBerry. The Sony
MEX-GS600BT will display Artist, Album, & Song information provided by the
Pandora app on your iPhone, Android, or BlackBerry smartphone. Your iPhone (iOS
3.0 or later) will need to be connected to the head unit's rear-panel USB port
with the latest version of the
Pandora
App
from Apple's iTunes App Store. Your Android or BlackBerry smartphone must be
connected via Bluetooth to the Sony MEX-GS600BT (no hard-wired connection
required). Your Bluetooth-enabled Android or BlackBerry smartphone must have the
latest version of the Pandora App from the
Android Market or the
BlackBerry App World. Your Android or BlackBerry smartphone must also
support A2DP, AVRCP, and SPP Bluetooth profiles. Your iPhone, Android, or
BlackBerry smartphone will need an active Data Plan account with connection to
the Internet via 3G, EDGE, or WiFi. In addition, you will need an active
Pandora
music service account. The Sony MEX-GS600BT provides the following control over
the Pandora music service streamed to your USB-connected iPhone or
Bluetooth-enabled Android or BlackBerry smartphone.
- Station List: You can select Pandora stations from your
Station List by date or alphabetically (A-Z).
- QuickMix: QuickMix allows you to listen to songs played
on one or more Pandora stations in your Station List randomly. You will need
to edit your QuickMix station selections on the phone before connection.
- Skip Songs: You can skip song tracks within a station.
You cannot skip back to a previous song. Pandora limits the number of skips
allowed.
- Thumbs Up/Down: You can give songs a thumbs up or
thumbs down to help Pandora personalize stations to suit your preferences.
- Bookmarking: The song or artist currently being played
can be bookmarked & stored in your Pandora account.
Note: Access to the Pandora service will depend on the
availability of a cellular and/or WiFi network for purposes of allowing your
iPhone or smartphone to connect to the Internet. Pandora is not supported in
Canada and only available in the United States.
Disc Playback
Disc Compatibility: The unit features a single disc player
that will playback CD-Audio, CD-Text, and finalized CD-R/CD-RW audio discs (12cm
only).
MP3/WMA/AAC Playback: The Sony MEX-GS600BT allows you to
playback CD-Rs or CD-RWs loaded with MP3, WMA, or AAC songs (up to 320 kbps)
recorded in ISO 9660 level 1 or 2, Joliet/Romeo, or Multi-Session. The
MEX-GS600BT can support up 150 folders, and a combined 300 folders/files on a
disc. The head unit will also display song information for MP3, WMA, and AAC
music files (Joliet: up to 32 characters, Romeo: up to 64 characters). Not all MP3, WMA, AAC files may playback due to
file variations. Copyright protected ACC-LC files cannot be played back.
Compressed Audio Display Information: The CD receiver can
display the following CD-TEXT or ID3/WMA-tag information - Track number, Elapsed
Playing Time, Song Title, Artist Name, or Album Label.
Quick-BrowZer: The unit's Quick-BrowZer feature allow you to
search for a track on a CD-R/RW
easily by category (Genre, Artist, Album, or Playlist).
Jump Mode: Jump Mode gets you closer to the song you want by
allowing you to fast forward through a music category in 10% increments.
Zappin: With the Zappin feature, you can play music (files
or folders) in 6, 15, or 30-second clips until you find the song you are looking
for on your CD or connected USB device.
Off Insert/Eject: A CD disc can be inserted or ejected with
the power off. The head unit will automatically begin disc playback, when a disc
is inserted with the receiver set to a different source or powered off.
Auto Reload: The CD player will automatically reinsert the
disc if it's ejected, but not removed for 20 seconds or more.
Mounting Angle: For proper CD playback, this unit must be
mounted between 0° (horizontal) and 45°.
Radio Functions
Digital Clarity Tuner: The Sony MEX-GS600BT is equipped with a Digital Clarity Tuner for clear
AM/FM stereo sound with digital processing technology.
RDS: The Radio Data System (RDS) feature displays radio
broadcast information such as artist & track information when listening to
compatible AM/FM stations.
Preset Stations: The radio features 5 memory bands to store
and receive AM/FM stations. You can store up to 6 presets each in band (FM 1-3,
AM 1-2).
Best Tuning Memory (BTM): This feature automatically selects
stations with the best signals within the selected band (FM 1-3), AM 1-2) &
stores them in order of their frequency.
Manual/Seek Tuning: The MEX-GS600BT
allows you to manual tune or seek tune AM/FM stations.
- Manual Tuning: You can
manually tune & find your favorite radio stations one by one.
- Seek Tuning:
You can use the seek button to help you search quickly through the available
AM/FM stations.
SiriusXM Ready: The Sony MEX-GS600BT comes ready for SiriusXM
programming with access to XM and Sirius Satellite Radio stations. Thanks to its
proprietary SiriusXM Connect port, you can add the optional
SXV200V1 SiriusXM Connect tuner and receive more than 150 channels of
exclusive programming directly from SiriusXM, via the "SiriusXM
All Access" package (subscription required). Visit
SiriusXM.com
for a complete list of subscription options and channel guide. Additional
features of the SXV200 SiriusXM Connect tuner include:
- Channel list displays a list of all available channels
- Category Search searches for channels in a certain category
- Displayed Information such as Channel Name, Artist Name, & Song Title
can be viewed on the head unit's LCD
- Up to 18 SiriusXM Satellite Radio station presets
- Channels containing unsuitable content for children can be blocked
Note: A separate SiriusXM Satellite Radio subscription is
required (operates on the XM Network). However, you can easily add this
SiriusXM tuner to an existing Sirius or XM account for a Multi-Radio
Discount Plan.
Audio Section
24 Bit D/A Converter: The Sony MEX-GS600BT utilizes a 24-bit
digital to analog converter for superior sound quality.
True Fidelity Sound Construction: The Sony MEX-GS600BT CD
receiver features a newly developed sound processor for less distortion, an
S-MOSFET IC for smooth signal transmission, and a large-sized capacitor for deep
bass sound.
Dynamic Reality Amp: The MEX-GS600BT is equipped with Sony's
Dynamic Reality Amp to produce 3-dimensional sound staging for more realistic
sound inside your vehicle.
CEA2006 Compliant Amplifier: The power specifications for
the Sony MEX-GS600BT are compliant with the CEA2006 Mobile Amplifier Power
Testing and Measurement standards from the Consumer Electronics Association
(CEA). These standards were developed as a way to equitably compare power specs
from model to model and between manufacturers. The power output specs for the
MEX-GS600BT are as follows:
- Continuous Power Output: 17 watts RMS x 4 channels (at
4 ohms, 20Hz-20kHz, 1% THD-N)
- Peak Power Output: 52 watts x 4-channels (208 total
watts)
Three 5-Volt Preamp Outputs: The Sony MEX-GS600BT is
equipped with 5-volt Front, Rear, & Sub pre-amp outputs giving you the ability
to connect external amplifiers to your car stereo system.
Subwoofer Controls: The unit's subwoofer preamp output is
non-fading. The subwoofer preamp output features a low pass filter with a
selectable cut-off frequency of 50Hz, 60Hz, 80Hz, 100Hz, 120Hz, or Off. You can
also adjust the slope (1/2/3) of the low-pass crossover. You can even adjust the
subwoofer preamp output's volume level independently from the head unit's volume
control from -10 to +10 in 1dB increments. In addition, you can select the phase
of the subwoofer output from Normal or Reverse.
Subwoofer Direct Connection: You can connect a subwoofer to this head
unit without the need of a separate power amplifier. Simply connect a single
subwoofer (4-8 ohm) directly to head unit's left or right rear speaker leads
(but not both). Same subwoofer controls apply.
High-Pass Filter: The front & rear speaker outputs offer a
selectable high-pass crossover frequency of 50Hz, 60Hz, 80Hz, 100Hz, 120Hz, or
Off. You can also adjust the slope (1/2/3) of the high-pass crossover.
Advanced Sound Engine: Sony's Advanced Sound Engine creates
an ideal in-car sound field with digital signal processing. Advanced Sound
Engine contains the following features: EQ7, Listening Position, DM+ Advanced,
Rear Bass Enhancer, & Dynamic Loudness.
- EQ7: You can select an equalizer curve from eight music
types - Xplod, Vocal, Edge, Cruise, Space, Gravity, Custom, or Off (Flat).
The Custom EQ7 mode allows you to make your own equalizer settings. You
can adjust the level (+/-6dB) of seven different frequency bands - Band1
(63Hz), Band2 (160Hz), Band3 (400Hz), Band4 (1kHz), Band5 (2.5khz), Band6
(6.3khz), and Band7 (16.0kHz).
- Listening Position: This unit can change the
localization of sound by delaying the sound output from each speaker to suit
your position, and simulate a natural sound field with the feeling of being
in the center of it wherever you sit in the car. You can choose from Front
Right, Front Left, Front Center, or Off. You can also set the subwoofer
distance of the subwoofer to Near, Normal, or Far
- RBE (Rear Bass Enhancer): RBE enhances the bass sound
by applying the low-pass filter setting to the rear speakers. This function
allows the rear speakers to work as a subwoofer even if there is no
subwoofer connected.
- Dynamic Loudness: Dynamic Loudness refers to
compensating for volume level & signal gain.
- DM+ Advanced: DM+ Advanced improves digitally
compressed sound by restoring high frequencies lost in the compression
process (works only for USB).
Automatic Level Optimizer: Automatic Level Optimizer
analyzes each track's playback level & adjusts the output level to optimize
transitions between tracks & sources.
Beep Tone: The in-dash head unit provides an audible beep to
confirm button operation. This function can be turned On or Off.
Display Features
Detachable Face w/ Caution Alarm: The Sony MEX-GS600BT features
a detachable face for theft prevention. If you turn the ignition switch to the Off position
without detaching the head unit's front-panel, the caution alarm will sound for a
few seconds. The alarm will only sound if the unit's built-in amplifier is used.
No face case is included with this unit. An
optional soft face case (142DFC1X,
sold separately) can be purchased for this unit. A face-fixing screw is
supplied for making the face non-detachable, if desired.
Dynamic Color Illuminator (35,000 colors): Dynamic Color
Illuminator lets you match the head unit's LCD & button illumination to
complement your existing vehicle lighting components. With selectable Sound
Synchronization, the timing of the color change is synchronized with the audio
source. You can select from 12 preset colors
(red/amber/m-amber/yellow/white/light green/green/light blue/sky
blue/blue/purple/pink), customized color, & 5 preset patterns
(rainbow/ocean/sunset/forest/random). The unit's Dynamic Color Illuminator
offers the following advance features.
- Day/Night Color Mode: You can register a customize
color for the unit's display and buttons for day & night time driving.
- Sound Synchronization: The color changes according to
synchronization of playing music. When you select a preset pattern sound
synchronization becomes effective.
- White Menu: You can display the menu more clearly
(White text) without concern for the unit's other color settings.
- Start White: When you power-on the head unit, the color
of the unit's display and buttons turn white and then the color changes to
your chosen customize color. You can enjoy this effect whenever the source
is turned on.
Motion Display: This feature shows moving patterns and a
spectrum analyzer on the display when turned on.
Auto Scroll: This feature allows long displayed items to
scroll automatically across the display when the track is changed on a disc.
Display Illumination/Clock Display: Pressing the Source/Off
button once will switch sources. Pressing and holding the Source/Off button for
one second will turn off audio output, but the clock display and button
illumination remain on. To turn the unit off completely, you must press and hold
the Source/Off button for two seconds.
Dimmer: To change the brightness of the display you can set
the MEX-GS600BT to one of three dimmer modes; Dimmer Auto (dims the display
automatically when you turn your vehicle's lights on), Dimmer Off (deactivates
the dimmer), and Dimmer On (display always dim).
Auto Off: When installing in a vehicle without an accessory
power wire at the radio location, you can set the unit to turn off all lighting
a set amount of time after you turn the power off. The Auto Off feature can be
set to 30 seconds, 30 minutes, 60 minutes, or No.
Demo Mode: The head unit's demo mode can be turned On or
Off.
Remote Control
Wireless Remote Control: The head unit comes supplied with
an IR wireless remote control (RM-X231) for easy operation. The included
wireless remote allows you to control the basic functions (not Bluetooth) of the
Sony head unit while keeping your eyes on the road.
Steering Wheel Remote Compatibility: The head unit features
an OEM steering wheel remote control input on the rear of the unit that lets you
keep your vehicle's factory radio steering wheel remote controls when used with
an optional
steering wheel audio control adapter (sold separately). Please consult
Crutchfield's
Outfit My Car to see if your vehicle is compatible.
