The easy-to-read single line LCD display shows clock, station ID and track data when playing back your digital MP3/WMA/AAC files1 . Front auxiliary input lets you connect almost any portable audio device to your car's sound system.

Multi-format playback lets you play your MP3, WMA, or AAC songs1 . Hear digital music files in their original vibrancy with DM+ (Digital Music Plus), a Sony?? codec enhancer that reproduces detailed frequencies from compressed audio files.

Connect, charge, and control your iPod??2 , iPhone??2 , Walkman?? player or other compatible USB devices5 via the USB 1-Wire jack in the front of the unit. You can also view metadata like song title and artist on the front display.

The Quick-BrowZer?? feature lets you search and select songs by category, including artist, album, genre, or playlist. Jump Mode gets you closer to the song you want by fast forwarding through the music categories in 10 percent increments.

The ZAPPIN??? feature lets users play music samples in 6, 9, or 30-second clips until you find the song you're looking for.

Passenger Control lets your co-pilot control the music playing from your iPod??2 device via connected USB 1-Wire, and as they scan through your music, artist and album information is conveniently shown on the receiver display.

The Satellite3 and HD Radio??? ready4 feature lets users connect and control your optional Satellite3 and HD Radio??? tuners4 to the integrated Sony?? Bus system to receive broadcast signals, providing device control directly from the receiver???s front panel.

The Advanced Sound Engine uses EQ7 equalizer, adjustable LPF/HPF crossovers, Listener Position calibration, DM+ advanced sound restoration, Rear Bass Enhancer, and Dynamic Loudness volume leveler to create an ideal in-car listening environment.

When you???re ready to expand your system, the CDX-GT550UI offers front and selectable rear or subwoofer pre-amp RCA outputs for external amplifiers. Set the built in electronic HPF/LPF crossovers to improve sound quality and reduce system distortion.

Control your Xplod??? CD receiver while keeping your eyes on the road with the included wireless card remote (RM-X151).

Selectable Blue or Green key illumination helps complement the existing vehicle dash lighting so you locate buttons quickly during evening playback.

Features

Detach face with front aux input The easy-to-read single line LCD display shows clock, station ID and track data when playing back your digital MP3/WMA/AAC files1 . Front auxiliary input lets you connect almost any portable audio device to your car's sound system.

MP3/WMA/AAC playback1 Multi-format playback lets you play your MP3, WMA, or AAC songs1 . Hear digital music files in their original vibrancy with DM+ (Digital Music Plus), a Sony?? codec enhancer that reproduces detailed frequencies from compressed audio files.

Front USB 1-Wire Connect, charge, and control your iPod??2 , iPhone??2 , Walkman?? player or other compatible USB devices5 via the USB 1-Wire jack in the front of the unit. You can also view metadata like song title and artist on the front display.

Intuitive Search Features The Quick-BrowZer?? feature lets you search and select songs by category, including artist, album, genre, or playlist. Jump Mode gets you closer to the song you want by fast forwarding through the music categories in 10 percent increments.

ZAPPIN??? track sampling search The ZAPPIN??? feature lets users play music samples in 6, 9, or 30-second clips until you find the song you're looking for.

Passenger Control Passenger Control lets your co-pilot control the music playing from your iPod??2 device via connected USB 1-Wire, and as they scan through your music, artist and album information is conveniently shown on the receiver display.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

Satellite3 /HD Radio??? ready4

Advanced Sound Engine

RCA outputs for external amplifiers

Wireless card remote

Blue or Green key illumination

Specifications

Convenience Features

CD Text Display: CD/MP3/WMA/AAC data displayed

On-ScreenClock: 12H

DimmerAdjust: Manual - on/off

KeyIllumination: Switchable: Blue / Green

General

DiscCapacity: 1

Color: Dark Titanium

Audio

PreoutImpedance: 220 ohms

PreoutVoltage: 2 volt

S/NRatio: Audio Power: CEA2006 S/N 80 dBA

FrequencyResponse: CD: 10-20,000 Hz

Wow and Flutter: Below measurable limit

StationPreset(s): 18 FM / 12 AM

Digital-to-AnalogConverter: 24 bit

Tuner Frequency Range:

FM:Tuner Frequency Range(MHz): 87.5-107.9

AM:Tuner Frequency Range(kHz): 530-1710

TunerType: SSIR-EXA with RDS

Band: AM / FM

Signal-to-Noise Ratio (dB): CD: 120 dB

Format(s)Supported: MP3/WMA/AAC files1

Equalizer: EQ7: 7 band EQ,

+/- 6 dB at 63 Hz

+/- 6 dB at 160 Hz

+/- 6 dB at 400 Hz

+/- 6 dB at 1 kHz

+/- 6 dB at 2.5 kHz

+/- 6 dB at 6.3 kHz

+/- 6 dB at 16 kHz

Convenience

Tilt Range: 0-45??mounting angle

Display

Technology: LCD

DisplayColor: Black color / Negative

TextDisplayed: Source, artist, track, playback time, menu and clock

TextLines: 2 lines of information

Amplifier Section

SpeakerImpedance: 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/NRatio: 70 dB (mono)

FrequencyResponse: FM: 20-15,000 Hz

StereoSeparation: 40 dB at 1 KHz

Power

OutputPower: 52W x4 Watts Max Power - CEA2006 Standard Power Output: 17 Watts RMS per channel into 4 Ohms, 4 channels driven from 20 Hz to 20 kHz with less than 1% THD+N.

CurrentDrain: 3 - 5 amps

Input Voltage: 12 V DC car battery (negative ground)

Inputs and Outputs

RCA Audio Output(s): Front and Rear/Sub selectable 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

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 the owners manual, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

USBPort(s): FrontUSB - Full Speed

AntennaTerminal(s): AM/FM Antenna Input Terminal

12V Trigger Output(s):

Power antenna

Amplifier turn on

RemoteJack: Optional wired remote input terminal

Audio In:

Front Aux with variable level: -8dB ??? +18dB

Front USB input

Sony Bus terminals

InfraredPort: Wireless remote

Dimensions

Weight: 1.3 kg (2 lb. 14 oz.)

Measurements: 178 x 50 x 179mm

Supplied Accessories

Parts for installation and connections (1 set)

RM-X151 wireless remote

Optional Accessories

Replacement remote: RM-X151

CD changer (6 discs): CDX-T69

Source selector: XA-C40

Aux-in selector: XA-300

HD Radio?? tuner: XT-100HD

iPod?? USB cable: RC-100IP

Color: Dark Titanium

UPCCode: 027242795983

1.Not all MP3 and WMA 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

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.

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trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate and may vary.

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