Sony XAV-AX3200

Sony XAV-AX3200 Car Stereo and ACAM4 Backup Camera Instruction Manual

Modellu: XAV-AX3200

1. Introduzione

This manual provides detailed instructions for the installation, operation, and maintenance of your Sony XAV-AX3200 digital media receiver and the included ACAM4 backup camera. The XAV-AX3200 is designed to enhance your in-car entertainment and connectivity with features like Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, and a responsive touchscreen display. Please read this manual thoroughly before using the product to ensure proper and safe operation.

Sony XAV-AX3200 car stereo display showing time and various function icons

Image: The Sony XAV-AX3200 digital media receiver's main display interface.

2. Informazioni di sicurezza

Always observe the following safety precautions to prevent accidents, injury, or damage to the unit. Keep this manual for future reference.

  • Sicurezza di guida: Do not operate the unit in a way that distracts you from driving. Always keep your eyes on the road and hands on the steering wheel.
  • Controlu di u voluminu: Mantene u vulume à un livellu induve pudete ancu sente i soni esterni, cum'è e sirene di i veiculi d'emergenza.
  • Installazione: Professional installation is recommended. Incorrect installation can lead to malfunction or damage. Ensure all wiring is secure and properly insulated.
  • Alimentazione elettrica: Cunnette l'unità solu à una batteria di vittura di 12V CC cù una terra negativa.
  • Evita l'umidità: Ùn espone micca l'unità à a pioggia o à l'umidità per evità u focu o a scossa elettrica.
  • Temperature : Avoid extreme temperatures. The operating temperature range is typically 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).
  • Camera di salvezza: The backup camera is an aid. Always check your surroundings visually before backing up.

3. Cuntenutu di u pacchettu

Verificate chì tutti l'articuli sò presenti in u vostru pacchettu:

  • Sony XAV-AX3200 Digital Media Receiver
  • ACAM4 Backup Camera
  • Remote Control (RM-X170)
  • Cablaggio Cablaggio
  • Cavu di Prolunga USB
  • Micrufonu
  • Hardware di muntatura
  • Manuale d'istruzzioni (stu documentu)
Sony XAV-AX3200 car stereo unit with included remote control

Image: The Sony XAV-AX3200 head unit and its remote control.

ACAM4 backup camera components including camera, mounting bracket, and wiring

Image: Components of the ACAM4 backup camera system.

4. Cunfigurazione è installazione

Installation of the XAV-AX3200 and ACAM4 backup camera requires technical knowledge. If you are unsure about any steps, consult a qualified professional installer. Disconnect the vehicle's negative battery terminal before beginning installation.

4.1 Connessioni Wiring

Refer to the wiring diagram provided with the unit for specific connections. Key connections include:

  • Putenza (Giallu): 12V custanti da a batteria.
  • Accessoriu (Rossu): Aghju cambiatu 12V da l'accensione.
  • Terra (Neru): To vehicle chassis.
  • Fili di parlante: Connect to appropriate vehicle speakers (Front L/R, Rear L/R).
  • Frenu di stazionamentu (verde chjaru): Cunnette si à l'interruttore di u frenu di stazionamentu per a sicurezza di a riproduzione video.
  • Inversione di marcia (Viola/Biancu): Connect to reverse light circuit for automatic backup camera activation.
  • Remote Out (Blue/White): Per esterni amplifier or antenna.
  • Input USB: Connect the supplied USB extension cable.
  • Input di microfonu: Cunnette u microfonu esternu per e chjamate mani libere è i cumandamenti vocali.
daretu view of Sony XAV-AX3200 car stereo showing various audio, video, and power connection ports

Image: Rear panel connections of the XAV-AX3200 unit.

4.2 Head Unit Mounting

Install the XAV-AX3200 into a standard 2-DIN opening in your vehicle's dashboard. Secure it using the provided mounting brackets and screws. Ensure the unit is firmly seated and does not obstruct any vehicle controls or airbags.

Sony XAV-AX3200 car stereo installed in a vehicle dashboard

Image: The XAV-AX3200 unit installed in a car dashboard.

4.3 ACAM4 Backup Camera Installation

The ACAM4 backup camera is designed for license plate mounting. Follow these steps:

  1. Muntamentu: Secure the camera bracket behind your vehicle's license plate using existing screws or provided hardware. Ensure the camera lens has a clear view.
  2. cablaggio:
    • Connect the camera's power wire (red) to the vehicle's reverse light power wire.
    • Connect the camera's ground wire (black) to a suitable chassis ground point.
    • Run the video RCA cable from the camera to the "REAR CAMERA IN" RCA input on the XAV-AX3200 unit.
  3. Testu: After installation, reconnect the battery and test the camera by engaging reverse gear. The image should automatically display on the XAV-AX3200 screen.
Diagram showing a license plate mounted backup camera with features like high performance CCD, waterproof, parking lines, wide angle vision, light sensitivity, video output, and butterfly mount.

Image: Features and mounting style of a license plate backup camera.

5. Operating Instructions

5.1 Funzionamentu di basa

  • Accensione / spegnimentu: Press u CASA buttone per accende l'unità. Appughjà è tene premutu per spegne.
  • Controlu di u voluminu: Aduprà u VOLUME + / - buttons on the front panel or remote control.
  • Selezzione di fonte: Tap the desired icon on the home screen (e.g., Radio, SXM, Bluetooth, USB) to select an audio/video source.
  • Touchscreen: Navigate menus and control functions by tapping or swiping the resistive touchscreen.
A hand interacting with the touchscreen of the Sony XAV-AX3200 car stereo

Image: User interacting with the XAV-AX3200 touchscreen.

5.2 Apple CarPlay è Android Auto

Connect your compatible smartphone via the USB port to access Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. This allows you to use navigation, make calls, send messages, and listen to music directly from your phone's interface on the XAV-AX3200 display.

  • Cunnessione: Use a certified USB cable to connect your iPhone or Android phone to the unit's USB port.
  • Attivazione: CarPlay or Android Auto will launch automatically. Follow any on-screen prompts on the unit and your phone.
  • Controlu di voce: Use Siri (for CarPlay) or Google Assistant (for Android Auto) by pressing the voice button on the unit or steering wheel controls (if configured).
Sony XAV-AX3200 display showing Apple CarPlay interface with various app icons and an iPhone connected via USB

Image: Apple CarPlay interface displayed on the XAV-AX3200.

5.3 Bluetooth Hands-Free Calling & Audio Streaming

Pair your Bluetooth-enabled phone for hands-free communication and wireless audio playback.

  1. Accoppiamentu:
    • On the XAV-AX3200, go to the Bluetooth menu.
    • Attivate Bluetooth nant'à u vostru telefunu è cercate i dispusitivi dispunibili.
    • Select "XAV-AX3200" from your phone's list and confirm the pairing code.
  2. Chjama : Use the touchscreen to dial numbers, access contacts, or answer/end calls.
  3. Streaming Audio: Select Bluetooth as the source to stream music from your phone.

5.4 Radio & SiriusXM

Access AM/FM radio or SiriusXM satellite radio (SiriusXM tuner and subscription sold separately).

  • Radio: Selezziunà u Radio icon. Use the touchscreen to tune stations, save presets, and switch between AM/FM bands.
  • SiriusXM: If a SiriusXM tuner is connected, select the SXM icon. Follow the on-screen instructions to activate your subscription and browse channels.

5.5 Schermu di a camera di retromarcia

When the vehicle is shifted into reverse, the XAV-AX3200 will automatically display the feed from the connected ACAM4 backup camera. Parking guidelines may appear on the screen to assist with maneuvering.

Car interior showing the Sony XAV-AX3200 display with a backup camera view, including parking guidelines

Image: Backup camera view displayed on the XAV-AX3200 screen.

5.6 Settings Sound

Access the sound settings menu to adjust audio preferences, including equalizer, balance, fader, and the EXTRA BASS feature for enhanced low-frequency sound.

6. Mantenimentu

  • Pulizia di u screnu: Aduprate un pannu dolce è asciuttu per asciugà u touchscreen. Per e macchie ostinate, asciugate leggermente.ampen the cloth with water or a screen cleaner specifically designed for electronics. Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents.
  • Pulizia generale: Asciugate l'esternu di l'unità cù un pannu dolce è asciuttu.
  • Actualizazioni di firmware: Verificate periodicamente l'assistenza Sony websitu per l'aghjurnamenti di u firmware per assicurà prestazioni ottimali è accessu à e nuove funzionalità. Segui attentamente l'istruzzioni furnite cù l'aghjurnamentu.

7. Risoluzione di prublemi

PrublemuCausa PossibileSoluzione
Nisun putereFusibile bruciatu; cablaggio incorrectu; cunnessione allentata.Check vehicle fuses and the unit's fuse. Verify all power and ground connections.
Nisun sonuVolume too low; mute activated; incorrect speaker wiring; incorrect source selected.Aumenta u vulume. Verificate s'ellu hè attivatu u silenziu. Verificate e cunnessione di l'altoparlanti. Selezziunate a fonte audio curretta.
A camera di retromarcia ùn si vede miccaIncorrect camera wiring; reverse trigger wire not connected; camera malfunction.Ensure camera power and video cables are correctly connected. Verify the reverse trigger wire is connected to the vehicle's reverse light circuit.
Apple CarPlay/Android Auto ùn si avvia miccaFaulty USB cable; phone not compatible; phone software outdated; USB port issue.Use a high-quality, certified USB cable. Ensure your phone's OS is up to date. Check phone compatibility. Try a different USB port if available.
Problemi di accoppiamentu BluetoothBluetooth not enabled on phone/unit; incorrect pairing procedure; interference.Ensure Bluetooth is enabled on both devices. Repeat pairing steps. Move away from other Bluetooth devices.
U schermu si blocca o ùn risponde miccaErrore di software tempurale.Turn the vehicle ignition off and then on again. If the issue persists, consult Sony support.

8. Specificazioni

FeatureDetail
Numero di mudelluXAV-AX3200
Size Screen6.95 inch
Tipu di visualizazioneTouchscreen resistivo
ConnettivitàBluetooth, USB, HDMI (via WebLink Cast)
Integrazione SmartphoneApple CarPlay, Android Auto, WebLink Cast
Modu Output AudioStereo
AmpPower più vivu4 x 55W (Dynamic Reality Amp 2)
Pre-out Voltage3 Pre-outs (Front, Rear, Sub)
Equalizer10-band Graphic Equalizer
Dimensioni (L x H x P)Approx. 7.0 x 3.9 x 5.5 inches (178 x 100 x 139 mm) (Chassis)
PesuCirca. 2.4 lbs (1.1 kg)
Camera di salvezzaACAM4 (Included)

9. Garanzia è Supportu

Sony products are manufactured to high standards and are backed by a limited warranty. For specific warranty terms and conditions, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Sony support websitu.

For technical assistance, product registration, or to find authorized service centers, please visit the Sony support websitu o cuntattate u so serviziu clienti. Cunservate a vostra prova d'acquistu per e richieste di garanzia.

  • Supportu Sony Websitu: www.sony.com/electronics/support
  • Registrazione di u Produttu: Registering your product can help you receive important updates and support.