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Built For the iPod This beautiful DSX Series stereo features a Full-DOT 4-line text display that shows playback information such as artist, song, and many other details. The Built-in Bluetooth allows you to stream your iPod or Pandora Radio directly to your stereo with the device wirelessly in your pocket. You will have the ability to select between blue and red button lighting to best match the interior color of your vehicle. The EQ7 7-band equalizer gives you full control over your sound, and the time alignment adjustment adds even more depth to your music. 3 sets of 4 volt RCA outputs allow you to add additional amplifiers into your system if necessary with ease. Being CEA compliant, this stereo produces 17 watts RMS and 52 watts peak of clean power to your speakers. Look no further, because the Sony DSX-S310X is the perfect solution for playing any Apple device.
General Features:
- In-dash AM/FM, MP3, AAC, WMA player with Remote
- Full-Speed Pandora control from your iPhone
- Built-in "Tune Tray" stores your Apple device for music playback
- Flip-down, detachable face
- Full-DOT 4-line text display
- Wireless remote control included
- Switchable blue and red button lighting
- CEA-2006 compliant amplifier
- Power Output:
- Peak: 52 watts x 4 channels
- RMS: 17 watts x 4 channels
- MP3 ID3 Tag Display (Title/Artist/Album)
- 1-year SonicElectronix.com warranty
Playback and Audio Features:
- Playback of MP3, AAC, and WMA
- Radio tuner with 18FM/12AM presets
- Digital Music Plus Soundstage Organizer with 12 Tone Analysis
- Sorts music into categories: Happy, Mellow, Up-tempo, Calm, Rock, Ballad, etc.
- EQ7 7-band parametric equalizer with 7 selectable tone curves (6 Preset, 1 User)
- Selectable EQ curves are Xplod, Vocal, Edge, Cruise, Space, Gravity, or Custom
- Time alignment listening position will delay the sound output from each speaker to suit your position and simulate a natural sound field
Expandability Options:
- 3 Sets of 4V preamp outputs (front, rear and subwoofer)
- Built-in Bluetooth technology supports hands-free calling with a compatible Bluetooth phone
- HD Radio Ready: tuner and antenna required and sold separately
- SIRIUS or XM Satellite Radio Ready: SIRIUS Radio Package or XM Radio Package and subscription required and sold separately
- iPod and iPhone Ready: Standard USB-to-iPod Cable compatible
- Front-panel and Inside USB input: USB ports allow connection to digital devices such as flash drives, portable media players, etc.
- Steering wheel remote ready: PAC SWI-PSv1 or the Axxess ASWC required and sold separately
Bluetooth Features:
- Built-in Bluetooth technology for hands-free talking and audio streaming
- Bluetooth version 2.1 +EDR certified
- Bluetooth range up to 32.8 ft.
- Supports SMS message notifications and A2DP audio streaming
- Bluetooth profiles supported:
- HFP: Hands Free Profile allows a hands-free car kit to connect to a compatible mobile phone
- PBAP: Phone Book Access Profile allows the car stereo to display the name of the incoming caller, as well as access the contact list of the mobile phone directly from the car stereo
- A2DP: Advanced Audio Distribution Profile allows high quality audio to be streamed from an audio device to the car stereo
- AVRCP: Audio/Video Remote Control Profile supports basic remote control functions (play, pause, etc) via Bluetooth
- OPP: Object Push Profile for sending basic "objects" such as pictures and other virtual material
- Works with most Bluetooth enabled cell phones
- Includes an external microphone for clear convenient talking
Product History:
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(previous model, replaced by Sony DSX-S310BTX)
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Receiver Size
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Single DIN |
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Faceplate Security
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Detachable |
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Motorized Faceplate
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No |
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Remote Control
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Yes |
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Peak Power Output
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52 watts x 4 channels |
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RMS Power Output
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17 watts x 4 channels |
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Preamp RCA Outputs
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3 Pairs (Front, Rear, and Subwoofer) |
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Sub Preamp RCA Output
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Yes |
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Preamp Voltage
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4 volts |
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Built-In Equalizer
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EQ7 7-band parametric equalizer with 7 selectable tone curves (6 Preset, 1 User) |
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Display Type
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LCD Text Display |
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Display Color
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Multiple Colors |
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Button Color
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Blue or Red |
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CEA-2006 Compliant
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Yes |
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AM/FM Tuner
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Yes |
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FM Presets
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18 |
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AM Presets
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12 |
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CD-R/RW Playback
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No |
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MP3 Playback
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Yes |
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WMA Playback
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Yes |
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DVD / Video Playback
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No |
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Dual Zone
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No |
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Navigation
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No |
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Audio/Video Inputs
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No |
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Audio/Video Outputs
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No |
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USB Input
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Front and Rear |
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iPod Audio Connection
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Yes (via iPod USB Cable or Accessory Cable Below) |
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iPod Video Connection
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No |
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Satellite Radio
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Optional - SIRIUS or XM (Accessory required and sold separately) |
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HD Radio
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Optional (Accessory required and sold separately) |
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Bluetooth Connectivity
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Yes (Built-in/Included Bluetooth Controls, Adapter and Microphone Included) |
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Steering Wheel Control Compatible
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Yes (Accessory required and sold separately) |
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CD Changer Controls
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No |
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Rear View Camera Input
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No |
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Memory Card Reader
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No |
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Compatible Apple Devices
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5G iPod Video (30, 60, & 80GB)
iPod Classic (120GB)
iPod Classic (80 &160GB)
iPod Nano 1st Generation (1, 2, & 4GB)
iPod Nano 2nd Generation (4 & 8GB)
iPod Nano 3rd Generation (4 & 8GB)
iPod Nano 4th Generation (8 & 16GB)
iPod Nano 5th Generation (8 & 16GB)
iPod Nano 6th Generation (8 & 16GB)
iPod Touch 1st Generation (8, 16 & 32GB)
iPod Touch 2nd Generation (8, 16 & 32GB)
iPod Touch 3nd Generation (8, 32 & 64GB)
iPod Touch 4th Generation (8, 32 & 64GB)
iPhone
iPhone 3G
iPhone 3GS
iPhone 4 |
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iPod Charging Adapter Required
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No |
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| Warranty and Return Policy |
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| Return Policy |
Standard Return Policy |
| Parts Warranty Duration |
1 year |
| Labor Warranty Duration |
1 year |
| Warranty Provider |
Sonic Electronix |
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Average Customer Rating is 4.6 out of 5 stars:
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Average Attributes Rating:
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4.8 |
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4.7 |
| Features |
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4.7 |
| Design |
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4.7 |
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Quick Comparison:
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Steven from Clearfield, Utah
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I had decided on either this stereo or the JVC KD-A925BT. I chose this stereo because I liked the 4 line text display and the "tune tray"
The bluetooth is great, connects to anything I've tried. I can read the display easily from any angle in any lighting conditions. It's fairly easy to navigate and find what I want to play.
I wouldn't buy this again because of one really irritating feature. I loaded up my USB thumb drive with some music, but mostly Audiobooks, Lectures, Things with long (over an hour) tracks. The problem lies in the fact that it doesn't remember where it last played, in a USB drive, after the car has been turned off. Fast forward is not really that fast. It can take you 10 minutes to fast forward one hour into a track, 10 minutes with your finger on the button. Some books I listen to have tracks that range from 1 to 10 hours. For me, missing such a basic feature is just plain poor design. No where in the owners manual did it say that. I had to get with customer service to see if somehow I was missing something. They told me that is normal and this car stereo will not remember playback position from a USB thumbdrive.... (it will from an ipod) I thought Sony should have done a much better job with this. I should have went with the JVC.
How about someone do a car stereo with interchangeable faces. From time to time if I'd like to upgrade I can buy an new face that has new features or whatever instead of pulling the dash apart every time i'd like a change.
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Lord Haw-Haw from Space Coast, FL
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Everything thing else works as advertised or as well as any other make I have experience with.
1) iPod control is my biggest gripe, coming from Alpine systems w/ the remote cable connection. This Sony does not understand that you have already made a playlist repeatable through iTune or the device itself, every time the Sony is power on/off you have to manually select repeat playlist (starts playlist from beginning afterwards:[) via a sub menu.
2) the multi encoder controller, very touchy, if you have a car with stiff suspension and low profile tires you will be bumping through the menus in frustration at times or unable to get to the menus. Advancing tracks and volume are not an issue, it is the sub-menus like repeat setting, audio settings etc. I think if your arm is support by something like an arm rest that is a few inches from this Sony, I think this maybe a non issue.
I bought this for the features but mostly weighted towards the price point. Now 3+ months later with a time machine would have gone with the more expensive Alpine media player. Top of my 2012 X-Mas list for myself.
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Consumer from Orange Park, FL
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Great product, works really well. very easy to use & sounds amazing. thanks
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Ben from Sudbury, ON, Canada
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I'm very happy with this! The tune tray is a great idea, I used it for a 32GB flash drive half full with music. The tray keeps it out of the way though it's more convenient than having to run a USB extension to the glovebox from a rear USB port. The Bluetooth audio is clear and my phone pairs quickly, I love that I can see the battery and signal gauges on the screen.
Unfortunately, my Galaxy Nexus doesn't have a new enough AVRCP profile so the track information isn't displayed (Basic control is still possible, though). If you have a device with stock Android (Galaxy Nexus, Nexus S, Nexus 4, Nexus 7, ect), this will be the case since Google hasn't upgraded bluetooth profiles. Most phones with a skinned version of Android from Samsung, Motorola, Sony and other companies should have the correct Bluetooth Profile. This isn't a problem with the stereo, it's just something to keep in mind if you're planning on using such a device.
Controlling the stereo is nice, though for obvious reasons I wouldn't want to drill down trying to select a song from my messy 15GB music collection while driving around the city. I usually pick an album or folder while waiting for the car to defrost and warm up. The large knob is the main way you're going to be controlling it, which I find nice since you only have to feel around for one thing. Using all the buttons for things like shuffle and changing settings isn't really intuitive, though the manual is helpful and you have the option of using the included remote.
The display is nice and easy to read, though the clock can be a little difficult to see compared to the stock radio in my Cavalier which filled the screen with the time. The amount of information on the screen is great compared to some of stereos I was looking at from Alpine and JVC. The screen is always white on black though you have two choices of colours to choose from for button illumination: red and blue. Blue looks cool, though when I was driving around at night I found it really bright, so I switched it to the red setting.
There are some wires hanging off the back that you would use to connect to an amp, which were a little annoying when I installed it in my 2004 Cavalier, which has a fairly small radio compartment. I ended up removing some small plastic pieces in the radio compartment to make installing it easier. Just something to keep in mind! Besides that, my only annoyance with this stereo is that you can't disable the face plate reminder when you turn off the car. I don't live in an area where stealing radios is an issue, so I don't bother removing the face-plate, so the chirping might get annoying.
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TREVOR from Johanesburg, 0, South Africa
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I live in in South Africa and the Order Process from Sonic was seamless , i got my stereo much sooner than expected.Thank You sonic , i will indeed do business with you again
Now , this Sony is brilliant.The sound quality is top notch , even with HU power the mid bass coming from my x plod 6X9's is significant.The BT pairing is quick and am able to stream audio from my black berry, without any degradation in music quality.
That 24 bit dac , really makes a difference.If you are thinking of buying this , go for it !
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