Touchscreen Display
Smartphone Control
USB/iPod Control
Built-in Bluetooth
Disc Playback
HD Radio + SiriusXM Ready
Audio Section
AV Connections
Remote Control
Touchscreen Display
7" Motorized Touchscreen Display: The Sony XAV-701HD
DVD receiver features a 7" widescreen (17:9) touchscreen LCD monitor.
The WVGA LCD monitor has a high resolution of 800 (H) x 480 (V) x RGB; with
1,152,000 total pixels. The LCD monitor provides touchscreen controls with
interactive video graphics, making menu navigation easy. You can adjust the
display angle (up to 30°) of the touchscreen
monitor for better viewing.
Caution Alarm: When you turn the ignition switch to the Off
position, a caution alarm will sound, and the front panel closes automatically. The alarm will only sound if the built-in amplifier is used.
Gesture Commands (with Touch Effect): You can
perform frequently-used operations by making command strokes across the XAV-701HD's
touchscreen display. Draw a horizontal line left-to-right to skip/seek forward
or draw a horizontal line right-to-left to skip/seek backward. You can also draw
a vertical line upwards to fast-forward a video or skip forward in a folder; as
well as draw a vertical line downwards to reverse a video or skip backward in a
folder. When the Touch Effect feature is activated the touchscreen will display
a light trail where you have touched the display.
Front Panel Controls: In addition to the head unit's touchscreen
controls, the XAV-701HD also offers soft-touch buttons along the left side and hard-key buttons along the bottom
of the screen.
Dynamic Color Illuminator (35,936 colors): Dynamic Color
Illuminator lets you match the head unit's 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).
Picture EQ: You can select
a picture quality mode suitable for the interior brightness of your vehicle. You
can choose from Dynamic, Standard, Theater, Sepia, or Custom (1/2). The Custom
(1/2) Picture EQ modes allow you to make your own picture quality settings by
adjusting the picture tones manually. You can adjust the Brightness, Color, and
Color Tone (warm/normal/cool).
Background Themes: You can select between various background
themes for the head unit's touchscreen monitor. Choose from Animal,
Balloon, Gate, Glow, Graffiti, Ink, Random, or Off.
Icon Adjustment: You can choose for the unit's Home screen menu icons
to be displayed based on how often they are used or by system default. These
same icons can be displayed in a 2D or 3D mode.
Aspect Ratio: You can
change the screen's aspect ratio of the DVD receiver's LCD monitor to suit your video content. You can choose from
Normal, Wide, Full, or Zoom.
Multi-Language Display: For your convenience, this
unit is equipped with a multiple language display. You can select the language
which is best suited to your first language; English, French, Spanish, or
Portuguese.
Track List: The Sony XAV-701HD displays a list of albums, folders,
tracks, images, or video files stored on a disc or USB device, so you can
quickly search your audio/video content.
Parking Brake Detection: To prevent the displaying of video
while the vehicle is in motion, the light green wire in the supplied 22-pin harness
must be connected to the vehicle's parking brake detection circuit. While the vehicle
is in motion (parking brake off), you can still view all of the other displays and
menus.
Dimmer: To change the brightness of the display you can set
the XAV-701HD to one of two dimmer modes; Dimmer Auto (dims the display
automatically when you turn your vehicle's lights on), or Dimmer On (display always dim).
You can adjust the dimmer level from -5 to +5.
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.
2-DIN Chassis: The Sony XAV-701HD has a 2-DIN chassis (also
known as Double-DIN), and will fit in many vehicles with a large dash opening.
The unit can be ISO-mounted using factory brackets, or Euro-mounted using the
supplied mounting sleeve. This head unit does not come with a Euro-mount trim
ring. As always, please consult Crutchfield's
Outfit My Car to verify fit with your vehicle.
Smartphone Control
MirrorLink: MirrorLink technology offers seamless
connectivity between select smartphones and the Sony XAV-701HD receiver through
its USB connection. MirrorLink duplicates your smartphone's display on the head
unit's touchscreen display, so you can control compatible applications on your
smartphone from the head unit's touchscreen monitor. Only a smartphone and
smartphone apps compatible with MirrorLink function can be used. For your
safety, when the parking brake is not engaged, some smartphone screen content
may not appear on the XAV-701HD's touchscreen monitor.
- Drive Link for Samsung Galaxy S III (Android): To use
MirrorLink with your Samsung Galaxy S III, the free
"Drive Link" application must be downloaded from Samsung Apps and
installed on your compatible Samsung Galaxy S III smartphone. Once
downloaded, individual apps are grouped into three categories (Music,
Location, Phone) for easy access. Selecting a category lets you quickly
access specific apps for music playback, car navigation and maps, as well as
hands-free telephone communication.
- Nokia Car Mode w/ MirrorLink: To use MirrorLink with
your Nokia smartphone, the
"Nokia Car
Mode with Mirrorlink" application ($29.99) must be downloaded from the
Nokia Store and installed on your compatible Nokia smartphone. Once
downloaded, individual apps are grouped into three categories (Call, Drive,
Music) for easy access. Selecting a category lets you quickly access
specific apps for music playback, car navigation and maps, as well as
hands-free telephone communication.
Note: The following
Firmware Update adds compatibility for the Sony Xperia Z and Samsung
Galaxy Note II smartphones. Compatible Samsung and Nokia phone
models, their launch timing, as well as functionality will differ by country
or origin. Check out the
MirrorLink Certified Product Listing for the latest compatible
MirrorLink smartphones.
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 XAV-701HD DVD receiver
lets you playback and control the Pandora Internet Radio music service that is
being streamed to your Apple iPhone, Android smartphone, or BlackBerry. 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.
- Pandora App for iPhone: The Sony XAV-701HD provides
complete access to your Pandora account using your iPhone and the included
iPod cable. To access Pandora you must have an
Apple iPhone (iOS3 or later) with the latest version of the
Pandora
App
from Apple's iTunes App Store.
- Pandora via Android or BlackBerry: The Sony XAV-701HD
lets you playback and control Pandora Internet Radio streamed from your
Android or BlackBerry smartphone, via Bluetooth (no hard-wired connection
required). To access Pandora from the Sony head unit, 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
support A2DP, AVRCP, and SPP Bluetooth profiles.
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.
Pandora Control: The Sony XAV-701HD will provide 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.
Information Display: The Sony XAV-701HD will display
Artist, Album, & Song information provided by the Pandora app on your iPhone,
Android, or BlackBerry smartphone.
USB/iPod Control
Dual USB Ports: The receiver is equipped with dual rear-panel USB (type-A) ports that can be used for plugging in (MSC) Mass
Storage Class or MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) type USB devices. The rear-panel
USB ports are attached to the rear-chassis via a 58" cable. The head unit
can play video, photo, and audio files stored on a compatible USB device. The
files must be formatted in FAT 12/16/32. The
head unit can recognize up to 10,000 files from a single USB memory device. USB
portable audio players that can be charged via USB will be charged when plugged
into the CD receiver's USB port (max. 1A), and the vehicle's ignition switch is
set to ACC or On.
|
Compatible Video Files |
Codec |
File Extension |
Max Bit Rate |
Max Resolution |
Max Frame Rate |
| H.264/AVC |
.mp4, m4v |
14 Mbps |
1280 x 720 |
30 fps (30p/60i) |
| MPEG-4 |
.mp4 |
10Mbps (DVD), 7Mbps (CD) |
720 x 576 |
30 fps (30p/60i) |
| WMV |
.wmv |
20 Mbps |
1280 x 720 |
30 fps (30p/60i) |
| Xvid |
.avi, xvid |
10Mbps (DVD), 7Mbps (CD) |
720 x 576 |
30 fps (30p/60i) |
|
Compatible Audio Files |
Codec |
File Extension |
Bit Rate |
Sampling Frequency |
Information Display |
| MP3 |
.mp3 |
48-192 kbps (VBR) |
32, 44.1, 48 kHz |
ID3-tags (16-126 characters) |
| WMA |
.wma |
64-192 kbps (VBR) |
44.1 kHz |
WMA-tag (63 characters) |
| AAC |
.mp4, .m4a |
40-320 kbps (VBR) |
44.1, 48 kHz |
iTunes (126 characters) |
| PCM |
.wav |
1,411 kbps |
44.1 kHz |
n/a |
|
Compatible Photo Files |
Codec |
File
Extension |
Profile |
Max
Resolution |
Total
Resolution |
| JPEG |
.jpg, jpeg |
DCF 2.0/Exif 2.21 (Baseline
profile) |
6048 x 4032 |
24,000,000 pixels |
Note: This unit cannot recognize USB devices via a
USB hub. Not all listed file types may play back due to file variations.
Copyright protected ACC-LC files cannot be played back.
USB Playback Functions: The XAV-701HD offers the following
USB search & playback 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
Content Transfer/SensMe Online Software: The Content
Transfer/SensMe online software can organize your music into playlists that
perfectly match your mood, scene, and location, making it easier to choose the
music that fits the moment. SensMe actually looks at the beats-per-minute and
automatically groups your music (stored on your windows-based computer) into
channels, making listening and managing all of your content even simpler. Once
you have downloaded & used the SensMe software to organize your PC's music, you
can then transfer that music to your USB device (Not iPod/iPhone) for
playback on the Sony head unit. You can select & play a channel that fits your
mood from the following categories.
- Time of Day: Tracks are recommended for each time of
day. Choose from Morning, Daytime, Evening, Night, or Midnight.
- Music Type: Plays tracks according to the music type.
Choose from Energetic, Relax, Upbeat, Mellow, Lounge, Emotional, Dance, and
Extreme.
- Driving Type: Plays track that are suitable for type of
driving. Choose from Freeway, Chillout Drive, Weekend Trip, Midnight Cruise,
Party Ride, Morning Commute, and Going Home.
- Mood Map: Distributes tracks as dots on a two-axis mood
map, based on the characteristics of individual tracks (last 200 tracks
transferred). Simply touch a point on the map according to your Mood
(Sad/Happy), Type (Acoustic/Electronic), Style (Soft/Hard), or Time
(Morning/Midnight) and a circle appears around the touched point, and the
tracks inside that circle are played.
Note: Download of the Content Transfer/SensMe online
software to your windows-based computer is required to enable the SensMe
function on this head unit. The software must be downloaded to your PC &
then music content must be transferred to a USB (MSC) device. The SensMe
software is not compatible with iPod or iPhone.
System Requirements for SensMe Software: Your Windows-based
computer must meet the following system requirements.
|
System Requirements |
| CPU |
Intel Pentium III Processor 450
MHz or higher |
| OS |
Windows 7 (SP1), Windows Vista
(SP1 or later), Windows XP (SP2 or later) |
| RAM |
256 MB or more (for Windows XP),
512 MB or more (for Windows Vista or later) |
| Port |
USB |
| Monitor |
High color (16-bit) or more, 800 x
600 dots or more |
|
Connection |
Internet |
Note: 64-bit & Media Center versions of Windows XP are
not supported. Not compatible Mac.
iPod/iPhone Connectivity: You can connect your iPod/iPhone
to the Sony XAV-701HD via the included proprietary iPod/iPhone cable
(RC-300IPCV). One end of the cable plugs directly into your iPod's dock
connector while the other end of the cable uses two connectors that plug into
the head unit's rear-panel proprietary 8-pin DIN port and one of the head unit's
rear-panel USB (type-A) ports. The USB port handles the metadata, control,
charging, and audio playback of your iPod/iPhone, so you can navigate through
your music and video files using the head unit's touchscreen controls and view
song and movie info, as well as album art on its display. The proprietary 8-pin
DIN connector transfers the video images from your iPod/iPhone to the Sony head
unit. Video can only be displayed while the vehicle is in park. If you require
audio playback only, you can simply plug your compatible iPod/iPhone directly
into the head unit's front-panel USB port using your iPod/iPhone's dock
connector cable (no additional adapter required).
Note: If you have an iPod nano (7th gen), iPod touch (5th gen), or
iPhone 5; use the Lighting-to-USB cable that came with your Apple device to
connect to the head unit. These Apple devices only support audio playback
(no video output).
Bypass iPod DAC: The USB Direct Connection enables
high-speed iPod/iPhone data communications through the included proprietary
iPod/iPhone cable. 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 24-bit D/A converter, allowing for a Signal to Noise ratio up to
120dB.
iPod Navigation: The controls of the XAV-701HD are seamless
when used with the included proprietary iPod/iPhone cable and features metadata browsing, as well as
the ability to choose from various playback & search modes to suit your listening application.
You can
also choose to control your iPod/iPhone from its touchscreen or clickwheel.
- Head Unit Control: The head unit's Quick-BrowZer feature allows
you to browse your iPod/iPhone's music library by Album, Track, Genre,
Playlist, Artist, or Music Podcast. You can browse your videos by Movie, Rental, TV Show, Music
Video, Playlist, or Video Podcast. You can then search
within a specific Quick-BrowZer category alphabetically (A-Z). With the
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 XAV-701HD also supports Repeat (Track/Album) &
Shuffle (Album) playback modes.
- Passenger App Control: The Passenger App control mode allows you to
control stored audio/video content from your connected iPod/iPhone's
clickwheel or touchscreen. This is very useful for the person riding in your
passenger seat. The iPod Passenger mode also lets you
listen to your favorite music apps, such as
Pandora,
iHeartRadio,
SiriusXM,
Last.fm,
Rhapsody, &
Slacker streamed to your iPhone (iOS 3.0+) through the Sony head
unit and your vehicle's speakers. You can even watch video on the Sony DVD
receiver's touchscreen from streaming movie apps, such as
Netflix & YouTube, downloaded on your iPhone 4/4S (iOS 4.0+),
via the included iPod cable. Video can only be
accessed when the vehicle is in park and the hand-brake is fully engaged. Not all apps will be compatible, and you
will continue to control all app functions via your iPhone's touchscreen. Access to your iPhone's downloaded
applications will depend on the availability of a cellular and/or WiFi
network for purposes of allowing your iPhone to connect to the Internet.
Music Information: The multimedia head unit will display your
iPod/iPhone's stored music file information; including Track number, Elapsed
playing time, Song Title, Artist/Album Name, and Album Art. The head unit
will not display metadata information from streamed music apps; in this case
head unit only displays the message "Passenger App Control". You will
continue to view song/artist information from music apps on your iPhone's touchscreen.
Charging: The head unit's USB connection provides 1A of
current to power and charge your connected iPod/iPhone when your vehicle's
ignition switch is set to the 'ACC' or 'On' position. This unit does not charge
the iPad. If your iPod/iPhone has no initial battery charge,
then this unit will not recognize it.
TeleNav App Control: Download
the
TeleNav GPS app onto your iPhone 4/4S and connect it to the XAV-701HD via
the included proprietary iPod/iPhone cable to see directions on the DVD
receiver's screen while hearing them over the car speakers. The TeleNav app
features a 3D moving map and provides voice-guided, turn-by-turn navigation with
real-time traffic and automatic rerouting. You also get Lane Assist and speed
trap + red light camera alerts. Multiple route options are available; based on
distance, drive time, and traffic. You can search from millions of POIs,
including restaurants, ATMs, and gas stations. You can also save your favorite
destinations for easier access. Even though the TeleNav App is free to download
from the iTunes store, some features require a $2.99 per month fee.
Note: If you start playback of your iPhone's music before
you launch the TeleNav GPS app, you can continue to listen to stored music
and music apps on your iPhone, while navigating with the TeleNav
application. However, you cannot control playback or view metadata of your
iPhone's music.
iPod/iPhone Compatibility Chart: The Sony XAV-701HD is "Made
for iPod/iPhone" compatible and supports the following iPod/iPhone model
features (as of 10/5/2012):
|
iPod/iPhone |
Generation |
Tested Version |
Media Type |
Control Type |
Display Type |
iTunes Tagging |
Pandora App |
TeleNav App |
Charge |
|
Audio |
Video |
Head Unit |
iPod/App |
Song/Artist Text |
Track Info |
Album Art |
|
dock connector |
3rd |
N/A |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
clickwheel
color |
4th |
N/A |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
|
mini |
1st |
N/A |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
| 2nd |
N/A |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
|
video |
5th |
1.3 |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
|
classic |
80GB |
1.1.2 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
|
120GB |
2.0.1 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
|
160GB |
2.0.4 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
|
nano |
1st |
1.3.1 |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
|
2nd |
1.1.3 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
N |
Y |
|
3rd |
1.1.3 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
|
4th |
1.0.4 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
|
5th |
1.0.2 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
|
6th |
1.1 PC |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
|
7th |
1.2 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
|
touch |
1st |
2.2.1 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
|
2nd |
4.2.1 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
|
3rd |
5.1.1 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
|
4th |
6.0 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
|
5th |
6.0 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
Y |
|
iPhone |
2G |
3.1.3 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
|
3G |
4.2.1 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
|
3GS |
5.1.1 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
|
4 |
6.0 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
4S |
6.0 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
5 |
6.0 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
Y |
|
iPad |
1 |
5.1.1 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
|
2 |
6.0 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
N |
|
3 |
6.0 |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
N |
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.
TomTom Navigation: Connect the optional TomTom XA-NV100T add-on navigation
module (coming soon) to the head unit's USB port for
direct access to GPS guidance. TomTom is the only company to incorporate
real world, real-time feedback, providing the most accurate maps available.
Firmware Upgradable: You can easily upgrade the XAV-701HD's firmware.
Simply use your PC to download updates from
Sony' eSupport site to a USB
thumbdrive and load it on the DVD receiver via its USB input. The tested
XAV-701HD contained firmware version HR10_xav_1.12.001.
Built-in Bluetooth
Bluetooth Technology: The Sony XAV-701HD 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.
Bluetooth Profiles: 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 XAV-701HD and you can keep two phones connected at all times (only one
can be used during a call). 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 XAV-701HD. Please
visit
Sony eSupport for a complete list of compatible Bluetooth enabled
phones.
External Microphone: The XAV-701HD 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 XAV-701HD 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 XAV-701HD 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 XAV-701HD, 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 touchscreen.
- 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 500 contacts each
in up to 5 phones (2,500 numbers) 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
XAV-701HD also supports wireless audio playback (AD2P) and control (AVRCP) of a
Bluetooth enabled audio player or smartphone. The XAV-701HD 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 XAV-701HD also supports audio streaming of
music apps, but without control or metadata. You will continue to use
your Bluetooth enabled smartphone to view and control streaming music apps. 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.
Disc Playback
Compatible Discs: The Sony multimedia head unit has a front
loading disc slot behind the motorized touchscreen. The Sony XAV-701HD supports playback of DVD-Video, DVD-R/RW,
DVD+R/RW, DVD-/+R DL, CD-Audio, CD-Text, CD-R/RW, and VCD discs.
Audio/Video File Playback: The Sony XAV-701HD supports various audio &
video files recorded onto DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, and CD-R/RW discs. Files recorded
onto data CDs must be formatted in ISO 9660 level 1/2 or Joliet/Romeo. Files
recorded onto data DVDs must be formatted in UDF Bridge (combined UDF/ISO 9660).
The XAV-701HD can support up 256 folders, and a combined 2,000 folders and files
on a disc.
|
Compatible Video Files |
Codec |
File
Extension |
Max Bit Rate |
Max
Resolution |
Max Frame
Rate |
| MPEG-4 |
.mp4 |
10Mbps (DVD), 7Mbps (CD) |
720 x 576 |
30 fps (30p/60i) |
| Xvid |
.avi, xvid |
10Mbps (DVD), 7Mbps (CD) |
720 x 576 |
30 fps (30p/60i) |
|
Compatible Audio Files |
Codec |
File Extension |
Bit Rate |
Sampling Frequency |
Information Display |
| MP3 |
.mp3 |
48-192 kbps (VBR) |
32, 44.1, 48 kHz |
ID3-tags (16-126 characters) |
| WMA |
.wma |
64-192 kbps (VBR) |
44.1 kHz |
WMA-tag (63 characters) |
| AAC |
.mp4, .m4a |
40-320 kbps (VBR) |
44.1, 48 kHz |
iTunes (126 characters) |
Note: Not all listed file types may playback due to file
variations. Copyright protected ACC-LC files cannot be played back.
List Function: You can bring up a list of albums, folders, tracks, video files on a disc and select the
desired one to play.
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 MP3/WMA/AAC disc.
Direct Search: You can directly locate a desired point on a disc by
specifying the title number, chapter number, track, image, or file.
Repeat and Shuffle Play: The Sony XAV-701HD provides Repeat and Shuffle
playback modes for various media content.
- Repeat: DVD (Title/Chapter), CD (All/Track),
MP3/WMA/AAC (All/Track/Folder), Xvid/MPEG-4 (All/File/Folder)
- Shuffle: DVD (Title), CD (Disc), MP3/WMA/AAC (Folder),
Xvid/MPEG-4 (Folder)
Multi-Disc Resume: The Sony XAV-701HD can store the playback
resume settings in its memory for up to 5 DVD discs.
Off Insert/Eject: A 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 DVD receiver 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 degrees.
HD Radio + SiriusXM Ready
Built-in HD Radio Tuner: The integrated HD Radio tuner
receives compatible AM and FM radio stations signals in digital format for
improved sound quality while providing metadata information and iTunes Music
Tagging so that you can find the songs you like later. HD Radio technology,
where available, offers higher quality sound than conventional analog broadcasts
and receives text data. HD Radio provides FM broadcasts that are equal to CD
sound quality and AM broadcasts that are as good as analog FM stereo
broadcasts. Right now there are about 2,000 radio stations broadcasting using
digital HD Radio technology in the U.S. To find HD Radio stations in your area,
visit the HD Radio website (HDRadio.com).
Metadata Information: HD Radio provides a variety of data;
including station name, song title, artist name, album name, etc.
Multicasting: In addition to conventional broadcasts, with
HD Radio broadcasting it is possible to choose from up to 8 multicast programs
(HD1 to HD8 and analog). There are also data programs for each program.
Analog Broadcasts: In addition to HD AM/FM stations, the
CDX-GT700HD can also receive conventional analog AM/FM broadcasts.
Preset Tuning: The radio features 6 memory bands to store
and receive analog and digital AM/FM stations. You can store up to 6 presets
each in FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1 and AM2 (total: 18 FM/12 AM). Preset tuning can be
done manually or automatically.
- Best Tuning Memory (BTM): This feature selects stations
with the best signals within the selected band and stores them in order of
their frequency. You can select from FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1, and AM2.
- Manual Tuning: You can manually tune and find your
favorite radio stations one by one for FM1, FM2, FM3, AM1, and AM2.
iTunes Tagging: The iTunes Tag button on this unit allows
you to tag songs (up to 50) you like that are broadcast by HD Radio stations.
Information about these tagged songs is stored by the receiver and transferred
to your connected iPod. When you connect your iPod to your computer, iTunes
automatically presents songs in a new "Tagged" playlist so you can preview,
purchase, and download them. This function can be operated with the following
iPod/iPhone models - iPod nano (3rd/4th/5th/6th/7th gen), iPod classic, iPod
touch, and iPhone (2G/3G/3GS/4/4S/5).
SiriusXM Ready: The Sony XAV-701HD 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
True Fidelity Sound Construction: The Sony XAV-701HD DVD
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 XAV-701HD is equipped with Sony's
Dynamic Reality Amp to produce 3-dimensional sound staging for more realistic
sound inside your vehicle.
24 Bit D/A Converter: The Sony XAV-701HD utilizes a 24-bit
digital to analog converter for superior sound quality.
CEA2006 Compliant Amplifier: The power specifications for
the Sony XAV-701HD 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 XAV-701HD 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)
5ch/5V Preamp Outputs: The XAV-701HD contains five 5-volt RCA
preamp outputs; a front channel pair, rear channel pair, and mono-subwoofer channel.
The front and rear channel preamp outputs can be faded. The subwoofer preamp output
is non-fading.
Subwoofer Controls: The unit's subwoofer preamp output is non-fading and
features a low pass filter with a selectable cut-off frequency of 50Hz, 60Hz, 80Hz, 100Hz, 100Hz,
120Hz, or Off. In addition, you can select the phase of the subwoofer
output from Normal or Reverse. You can adjust the subwoofer preamp output's
volume level independently from the head unit's volume control from -6 to +6 in
1dB increments.
High-Pass Filter: The front and rear speaker outputs offer a
selectable high-pass crossover frequency of 50Hz, 60Hz, 80Hz, 100Hz, 100Hz,
120Hz, or Off.
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 (+/-8dB) of seven different frequency bands; Band1 (63Hz), Band2
(160Hz), Band3 (400Hz), Band4 (1kHz), Band5 (2.5khz), Band6 (6.3khz), and Band7
(16.0kHz).
ASE (Advanced Sound Engine): The Sony XAV-701HD offers
multi-channel playback with its Advanced Sound Engine, featuring Intelligent
Time Alignment (ITA) and Center Speaker Optimizer (CSO) to create a virtual 5.1
listening experience to rival the most advanced home theater equipment.
- ITA (Intelligent Time Alignment): This unit can change
the localization of sound by delaying the sound output from each speaker and
subwoofer to suit your position, giving you the feeling of being in the
center of the soundfield wherever you sit in the car. The options for the
Listening Positions are - Front Left, Front Right, Front Center, All,
Custom, or Off. The Custom ITA mode allows you to precisely calibrate the
output from each speaker so that the sound from all speakers reaches the
listener at the same time. Simply measure the distance between your
listening position and each speaker from 0 to 13.1' (in 0.8125" increments).
You can also set the subwoofer distance of the subwoofer to Near, Normal, or
Far.
- CSO (Center Speaker Organizer): A typical surround
sound systems has 5 speakers (front left/right, rear left/right, center) and
1 subwoofer. CSO allows you to create a virtual center channel speaker even
though a real center speaker is not connected.
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.
4.1ch Speaker Level: You can adjust the volume level of each connected
speaker individually.
Dolby D Level: You can adjust the audio output level for a DVD
recorded in Dolby Digital format, to reduce the volume level differences between
disc and source.
Audio DRC: This features makes the sound clearer when the volume is
set to low while watching a DVD movie. You can set the Audio DRC to Standard
(normal) or Wide (live performance).
Beep Tone: The in-dash head unit provides an audible beep to
confirm button operation. This function can be turned On or Off.
AV Connections
Dual Audio/Video Inputs: The XAV-701HD is equipped with two
audio/video inputs for connecting an external audio/video source. Each
audio/video input consists of a composite video jack and a pair of stereo RCA
jacks. You can adjust the audio level of the audio/video inputs from +/-18.
Video Output (with Dual Zone): The XAV-701HD features a
rear-panel composite video/stereo RCA audio output that allows you to connect an
external display to the unit. You can simultaneously enjoy different sources in
the front and rear of your vehicle. You can select from any source for the head
unit's touchscreen monitor. You can only select Disc for the connected
external monitor. When Dual Zone is activated, use the head unit's touchscreen
to control the front source and use the included IR remote to operate the rear
source.
Rear View Camera: The Sony XAV-701HD is equipped with a composite video
Rear View Camera input. You can view a Normal or Reversed (mirror) image, as
well as display marker lines to assist you while backing up. The head unit features a function that automatically
switches to the rear camera image (Rear View Camera In jack) when an optional
rear camera (such as the
158XAR800C, sold separately) is installed on your vehicle. When your
vehicle's shift lever is in the reverse position, the screen automatically
switches to the rear view camera. The purple/white wire (attached to
the unit's preamp output harness), must be connected to the vehicle's reverse lamp circuit for
automatic video switching). Automatic video switching takes approximately
1.2 seconds. Audio from your music source will continue
playing, while the back-up camera is displayed.
Remote Control
IR Remote Control: The Sony multimedia head unit comes
supplied with an IR wireless remote control (RM-X271) 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.
