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What are the general installation precautions for the SONY MEX-BT5000?
When installing the SONY MEX-BT5000, ensure the unit is installed in the dashboard of the car, as the rear side of the unit becomes hot during use. Follow these safety guidelines:
– This unit is designed for negative ground 12 V DC operation only.
– Do not get the leads under a screw or caught in moving parts, such as seat railings.
– Turn the car ignition off before making connections to avoid short circuits.
– Connect the yellow and red power input leads only after all other leads have been connected.
– Run all ground leads to a common ground point.
– Insulate any loose unconnected leads with electrical tape for safety.
– Do not cover the ventilation slots or heat sinks of the unit.
– The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.
– When connecting in combination with other stereo components, the car circuit rating must be higher than the sum of each component’s fuse. If the car circuit is not rated high enough, connect the unit directly to the battery.
Which parts are included in the SONY MEX-BT5000 package for installation?
The following table lists the components provided for the SONY MEX-BT5000:
| Part Reference | Description | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bracket | 1 |
| 2 | Protection collar | 1 |
| 3 | Release keys | 2 |
| 4 | Screws | 4 |
Note: The bracket and protection collar are attached to the unit before shipping. Use the release keys to remove them before mounting the unit.
How do I remove the protection collar and the bracket from the SONY MEX-BT5000?
Before installing the SONY MEX-BT5000, you must remove the mounting hardware from the unit using these steps:
Step 1. Remove the protection collar: Pinch both edges of the protection collar and pull it out.
Step 2. Remove the bracket: Insert both release keys together between the unit and the bracket until they click. Pull down the bracket, then pull up the unit to separate them.
Caution: Handle the bracket carefully to avoid injuring your fingers. Before installing, ensure the catches on both sides of the bracket are bent inwards 2 mm. if the catches are straight or bent outwards, the unit will not be installed securely.
What are the wiring color codes and connection assignments for the SONY MEX-BT5000?
Use the following wiring guide for the SONY MEX-BT5000 connections:
| Lead Color | Assignment / Function |
|---|---|
| Blue/white striped | AMP REM (Max. supply current 0.3 A) |
| Light blue | ATT (Max. supply current 0.1 A) |
| Orange/white striped | ILLUMINATION (To car’s illumination signal) |
| Red | Switched power supply (+12 V terminal energized in accessory position) |
| Yellow | Continuous power supply (+12 V terminal energized at all times) |
| Black | Ground (To a metal surface of the car) |
| Blue | ANT REM (Power antenna control lead/antenna booster power supply) |
| White | Front Left Speaker (+) |
| White/black striped | Front Left Speaker (-) |
| Gray | Front Right Speaker (+) |
| Gray/black striped | Front Right Speaker (-) |
| Green | Rear Left Speaker (+) |
| Green/black striped | Rear Left Speaker (-) |
| Purple | Rear Right Speaker (+) |
| Purple/black striped | Rear Right Speaker (-) |
How do I detach and attach the front panel of the SONY MEX-BT5000?
To detach the front panel:
Step 1. Press the OFF button.
Step 2. Press the OPEN button.
Step 3. Slide the front panel to the right and gently pull out the left end of the front panel.
To attach the front panel:
Step 1. Place the hole on the back of the front panel onto the spindle on the unit.
Step 2. Lightly push the left side in until it clicks into place.
What special steps are needed for the SONY MEX-BT5000 if the car has no ACC position on the ignition?
If your car ignition does not have an ACC (accessory) position, you must be careful to avoid battery drain. After turning the car ignition off, press and hold the OFF button on the SONY MEX-BT5000 until the display disappears. If you do not do this, the display will not turn off and will continue to draw power from the battery.
When and how should I use the RESET button on the SONY MEX-BT5000?
The RESET button should be pressed when the installation and all connections are completed. To use it, detach the front panel and press the RESET button using a ball-point pen or a similar pointed object.
What are the speaker connection requirements for the SONY MEX-BT5000?
Follow these instructions when connecting speakers to the SONY MEX-BT5000:
– Turn the unit off before connecting any speakers.
– Use speakers with an impedance of 4 to 8 ohms with adequate power handling capacity.
– Do not connect speaker terminals to the car chassis.
– Do not connect the terminals of the right speakers with those of the left speaker.
– Do not connect the ground lead of the unit to the negative (-) terminal of the speaker.
– Do not attempt to connect speakers in parallel.
– Connect only passive speakers. Connecting active speakers with built-in amplifiers to the speaker terminals may damage the unit.
– Do not use the built-in speaker leads installed in your car if the unit shares a common negative (-) lead for the right and left speakers.
– Do not connect the unit’s speaker leads to each other.
What does the “Failure” message on the SONY MEX-BT5000 display indicate?
If “Failure” appears in the display of the SONY MEX-BT5000, it indicates that the speakers or the amplifier are not connected correctly. In this case, power off the unit and verify that all speaker and amplifier connections are secure and accurate.
What is the required mounting angle for the SONY MEX-BT5000?
The SONY MEX-BT5000 should be mounted at an angle of less than 45 degrees relative to the horizontal plane to ensure proper operation.
How do I connect the SONY MEX-BT5000 to an optional power amplifier?
To connect the SONY MEX-BT5000 to an optional power amplifier:
Step 1. Connect the ground lead of the SONY MEX-BT5000 before connecting the amplifier.
Step 2. Connect the Blue/white striped lead (AMP REM) to the AMP REMOTE IN terminal of the optional power amplifier. Note that this connection is only for amplifiers; connecting it to any other system may damage the unit.
Step 3. Use RCA pin cords (not supplied) to connect the AUDIO OUT (FRONT, REAR, or SUB OUT) jacks on the back of the unit to the inputs on the amplifier.
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