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Car Stereo Receiver

Model number: CDX-GT56UI
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Features: Detachable faceplate, front auxiliary input, MP3/WMA/AAC playback, USB 1-wire for iPhone/iPod, intuitive search features, SiriusXM™ satellite radio connector ready, supplied wireless remote

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Go beyond scheduled programming and listen to your music from multiple sources with the CDX-GT56UI car stereo receiver. Outfitted with the USB 1-wire jack on the front of the unit, you can connect, charge and control your iPod® and iPhone®2, Walkman® player or other compatible USB devices. Enjoy crisp and clear playback of your digital MP3, WMA or AAC1 files. You can also fine tune your listening experience with the Advanced Sound Engine processor while 52 watts of peak power is delivered to all four speakers. And with a supplied wireless remote, you can conveniently control your music without taking your eyes off the road.

Detach face with front aux input

The easy-to-read single line LCD display shows clock, station ID and track data when playing your digital music files from CD or front USB input. Front aux 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.

RCA outputs for external amplifiers

When you’re ready to expand your system, the CDX-GT56UI offers selectable rear or subwoofer pre-amp RCA outputs for connecting external amplifiers. Set the built in electronic HPF/LPF crossovers to improve sound quality and reduce system distortion.

Wireless card remote

Control your receiver while keeping your eyes on the road with the included wireless card remote (RM-X211).

SiriusXM™ Satellite radio3

The on-board SiriusXM™ connector3 simplifies satellite radio installation by eliminating compatibility issues and provides direct connection to the new platform of tuners.

Advanced Sound Engine

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 deliver an impressive listening experience.

Radio Data System

Radio Data System (RDS) feature displays radio broadcast information such as artist and track information when listening to compatible AM/FM stations. RDS also allows expanded channel playback with compatible radio station broadcasts.

Front USB 1-Wire

Connect, charge, and control your iPod®2, iPhone®2, Walkman® player or other compatible USB devices 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

Use Quick-BrowZer® feature to find music by artist, album, genre, song or playlist. Jump Mode allows you to fast forward in a category in 10% increments while the ZAPPIN™ feature can play a 6/9/30 second intro clips to help you find a specific song.

Automatic Level Optimizer

Automatic Level Optimizer analyzes each tracks playback levels and adjusts output level to optimize transitions between tracks and sources.

Key illumination

Red key illumination helps you locate buttons quickly during evening playback.

Product Specifications

iPod Direct Connectivity

iPod Control Feature

  • Accessory Information : Yes
  • CODEC (for iPod) : depend on iPod content
  • List Browsing (Folders / Files) : Quick-BrowZer®
  • Passenger Control : Yes
  • Pause : Yes
  • Repeat : Yes (Track, Album, Artist, Playlist, Genre, Podcast)
  • Resume Play : Yes
  • Shuffle : Yes (Genre, Album, Artist, Playlist, Device, Podcast)
  • ZAPPIN : Yes

USB Feature & Device

USB Mass Strage Device Control Feature

  • CODEC (for USB) : MP3, WMA, AAC1
  • Jump Mode : Yes
  • List Browsing (Folders/Files) : Yes
  • Pause : Yes
  • Repeat : OFF/ TRACK/ ALBUM
  • Resume Play : Yes
  • Shuffle : OFF/ALBUM/DEVICE
  • ZAPPIN : Yes

USB-capable

  • USB Mass Storage Device : Yes

Others

Accessory

  • Connector type : 16 Pin wiring harness
  • Trim Ring (Color) : Black

Feature & Device

Amp & General Feature

  • Automatic Level Optimizer : Yes
  • Aux-In : Yes (Front)
  • DM+ (Codec enhancer) : Yes(Gen2.1)
  • EQ : EQ7: 7 band EQ with +/- 6 dB adjustment at 63 Hz, 160 Hz, 400 Hz, 1000 Hz, 2.5 kHz, 6.3 kHz and 16 kHz.
  • High Pass Filter : Selectable on/off at: 50, 60, 80, 100 or 120 Hz.
  • Loudness : Dynamic Loudness
  • Low Pass Filter : Selectable on/off at: 50, 60, 80, 100 or 120 Hz.
  • Output Power (4ohm, 1kHz,16V)(W) : 52 watts x 4
  • Pre Out : (1) Rear / Sub switchable
  • Rear Bass Enhancer : Yes
  • Rear/Sub initial : Sub
  • Sirius/XM Connector : Yes
  • Time Alignment Custom : Yes (Adjustment)
  • Time Alignment Preset : Yes
  • USB : Yes (Front)

Display Panel

  • Auto off mode : Yes
  • Dimmer Adjust : Manual

Tuner Feature

  • Preset : FM18/AM12
  • RDS/EON (NA Only:RBDS, Others:RDS) : Yes (RBDS)

Other Features

  • CD lock mode : Yes
  • Card Remote ( ): Option : RM-X211
  • Clock : 12H
  • Rotary commander ( ):Option : (RM-X4S)
  • Security : Detachable

AUX in Feature

  • Level Adjustment : Yes (-8dB / +18dB)

Panel Design

  • Display Device (LCD/FL/OEL/TFT) : LCD
  • Display color (Color Variation/Nega or Posi) : Black color / Negative
  • Key Illumination : RED
  • Panel finish color : Black (Bare)

Specifications chart

General

  • CEA2006 S/N : 80
  • CEA2006 output power : 17
  • Dimensions (WxHxD) (mm) : 178x50x180
  • Maximum output power (4ohm, 1kHz, 16V)(W) : 52
  • Mounting dimensions (WxHxD)(mm) : 182 x 53 x 162
  • Preout impedance (ohms) : 220
  • Preout output level (V) : 2
  • Weight (kg) : 1.2

Tuner

  • FM: Channel separation (dB) : 50 dB at 1 kHz
  • FM: Frequency response (Hz) : 20 - 15k
  • FM: Intermediate frequency (MHz) : 25KHz
  • FM: S/N ratio (mono) (dB) : 80 dB stereo
  • FM: Selectivity (400 kHz) (dB) : 75 dB
  • FM: Tuning range (MHz) : 87.5-107.9
  • FM: Usable sensitivity (75 ohm) (dBf) : 8 dBf
  • MW/LW/SW: Sensitivity (75 ohm) MW/LW/SW(uV) : 26/-/-
  • MW: Tuning range(kHz) : 530-1710

Capability

  • CD : CD, CD-R/RW

Display

  • Display Color : Black / Negative Color
  • Display Technology : LCD
  • Text Displayed : Source, artist, track, playback time, menu and clock
  • Text Lines : 1 line of information

Weights and Measurements

  • Dimensions (Approx) Depth : 7.125" (180 mm)
  • Dimensions (Approx) Height : 2" (50 mm)
  • Dimensions (Approx) Width : 7.125" (178 mm)
  • Dimensions (Approx.) : 178 x 50 x 180 mm, 7.125 x 2 x 7.125 inch (w/h/d)
  • Weight (Approx.) : 1.2 kg (2 lb. 11 oz.)

Amplifier Section

  • Max power output : 52 watts x 4 at 4 ohms
  • Power Ad Hoc : CEA2006 Standard Power: 17 Watts RMS per channel into 4 Ohms, 4 channels driven from 20 Hz to 20 kHz with less than 1% THD+N.
  • Speaker Impedance : 4-8 Ohms

Convenience

  • Tilt Range : 0-45° mounting angle

Inputs and Outputs

  • 12V Trigger Output(s) : Power amplifier turn on
  • Antenna Terminal(s) : AM/FM Antenna Input Terminal
  • Audio In :
    Front Aux in with variable level
    Front USB input
    SiriusXM connector
  • Digital Audio Input(s) : Ability to use all forms of USB devices may vary as not all devices are compatible. 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.
    This unit can be connected to the following iPods. Update your iPod to the latest software before you use it.
    iPod Nano 1st - 6th generation
    iPod Touch 1st - 4th generation
    iPod Classic
    iPod with video
    iPhone
    iPhone 3G
    iPhone 3GS
    iPhone 4
    If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit that are not covered in the owners manual, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
  • Infrared Port : Wireless remote
  • RCA Audio Output(s) : Rear/Subwoofer selectable RCA pre-amp outputs
  • Remote Jack : Optional wired remote terminal
  • USB Port(s) : Front

Audio

  • Band : AM / FM
  • Equalizer : EQ7: 7 band EQ with +/- 6 dB adjustment at 63 Hz, 160 Hz, 400 Hz, 1000 Hz, 2.5 kHz, 6.3 kHz and 16 kHz.
  • Format(s) Supported : MP3/WMA/AAC files1
  • Preout Impedance : 220 ohms
  • Preout Voltage : 2 volt
  • S/N Ratio : Audio Power: CEA2006 S/N 80 dBA
  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio (dB) : CD: 120 dB
  • Station Preset(s) : 18 FM / 12 AM
  • Tuner Frequency Range :
    FM (MHz): 87.5-107.9
    AM (kHz): 530-1710
  • Tuner Type : SSIR-EXA with RDS
  • Wow and Flutter : Below measurable limit

Convenience Features

  • Dimmer Adjust : Manual
  • Key Illumination : Red
  • On-Screen Clock : 12H

Tuner

  • FM Usable Sensitivity : 8 dBf
  • Frequency Response : FM: 20-15,000 Hz
  • S/N Ratio : 80 dB (stereo)
  • Selectivity : 75 dB at 400 kHz
  • Stereo Separation : 50 dB at 1 KHz

In the Box

  • Parts for installation and connections (1 set)
  • RM-X211 wireless remote

Product Profile

Support

Product Warranty

CDX-GT56UI 4 5 1 1
Good product. I have one since a year ago , and works very well in my vehicle, the sound is very good and for me is the basic and good car radio system. Works well with usb flash memory and my iPod and iPhone 4, and works like a hands free answering device while i am driving. February 23, 2012
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1. Copy-protected content not supported.

2. Works with iPod touch® 1st - 4th generation, iPod nano® 1st - 6th generation, iPod classic®, iPod® with video, and iPhone® 3G, 3GS and 4.

3. Requires antenna and tuner, both sold sep.

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