Double DIN A/V Receiver

Model number:

XAV-63

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Model features: Double DIN design, 6.1" WVGA touch screen display, Front USB 1-Wire input for iPod®, iPhone® and USB devices, plus Passenger App Control for iPod® and iPhone®

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Let the brilliant double DIN 6.1" touch screen display entertain and inform you with an easy-to-use, advanced response interface sure to please. Pop in a DVD and turn your car into a mobile movie theater, keeping everyone quieted down on long road trips. Quickly connect, charge and control your iPod®², iPhone®² or music player via front USB 1-wire input. Gesture command and on-screen touch buttons make everything easier to control and separate audio and video power supply circuits provide added clarity. Connect your iPhone or iPod Touch via the optional RC-202IPV cable to playback video and audio or display compatible apps on the receiver screen⁷. Passengers can control compatible apps directly from the iPod or iPhone with Passenger App Control ⁸.

6.1” Touch Screen Display

The high-resolution TFT (WVGA) 6.1” touch screen display will inform and entertain you. Gesture command and on-screen touch buttons make everything easier to control and separate audio and video power supply circuits provide added clarity.

iPod^® and iPhone^® video playback⁵

Playback audio/video from most iPod^® models via the RC-202IPV video cable⁵. Also view stored album artwork during audio playback on the screen of the XAV-63 receiver.

Plays DVDs/CDs and digital files¹

Multi-format playback¹ lets you play MP3, WMA, AAC music files, JPEG’s or MP4 videos.

Advanced Sound Engine with EQ7

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

Auxiliary Audio/Video inputs

The dedicated rear auxiliary AV input provides additional source playback and a connection for the Sony^® XA-800C rear view camera (sold separately) for visibility when backing up, especially with larger trucks or SUVs.

Steering wheel control ready input⁸

This receiver is compatible with aftermarket remote control adapters7 designed to utilize the vehicles existing, primary radio controls directly from the steering wheel. The 1/8” rear panel mounted remote input jack allows for simple connectivity.

Passenger App Control⁶

Connect your iPhone^®6 or iPod^® Touch⁶ via the optional RC-202IPV cable to display compatible app content on the XAV-63 receivers display and control the app directly from your iPhone or iPod Touch with passenger app control⁶.

Intuitive ZAPPIN™ search feature

Use the ZAPPIN™ feature to play 6, 15, or 30 second intro clips to help you find a specific song.

Satellite Radio³/HD Radio™⁴ Ready

The XAV-63 integrates seamlessly with Satellite Radio³ and HD Radio™⁴ using Sony^® Bus adaptors so you can receive digital satellite radio or HD Radio broadcasts.

RCA outputs for system expansion

When you’re ready to expand your system, the XAV-63 offers 2 volt front and rear/sub selectable pre-amp RCA outputs for external amplifiers. The adjustable subwoofer level control lets you dial in the bass when you’re ready to pump it up.

Optional wireless remote

Control your receiver while keeping your eyes on the road with the optional wireless card remote (RM-X170).

Front USB 1-wire input

Front USB input lets you connect almost any portable USB audio device to your system. Connect, charge, and control your Walkman^® player, most iPod^®2, iPhone^®2 or other USB devices via the front USB 1-Wire input and view song title and artist on the display.

Advanced Response User Interface

Enjoy fast touch screen response when selecting sources, transitioning between menu screens and searching through your USB music content.

SensMe™ Music App

Organize your music into playlists that perfectly match your mood, scene and location, making it easier to choose the music that fits the moment with the SensMe™ application.

Powerful in-dash amplification

The internal Dynamic Reality Amp delivers 52 watts x 4 to your interior speakers, allowing you to crank up the volume while maintaining low distortion, low noise levels and smooth frequency response. Your music isn’t just louder, its clearer too.

The immaculate reception

The Digital Clarity Tuner delivers industry leading signal to noise ratios, lower interference, better multipath rejection and better stereo separation. The RDS feature displays broadcast information when listening to compatible AM/FM stations.

Product Specifications

Capability

CD : DVD/CD-R/RW

Display

Display Technology : TFT (WVGA)
Text Displayed : Source, artist, track, playback time, menu and clock
Aspect Ratio : 17:9

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

Weights and Measurements

Dimensions (Approx) Depth : 6.875" (173mm)
Dimensions (Approx) Height : 4" (100mm)
Dimensions (Approx) Width : 7.125" (178mm)
Dimensions (Approx.) : 7.125 x 4 x 6.875" (w/h/d)
178 x 100 x 173 mm (w/h/d)
Weight (Approx.) : 4 lb. 3 oz. (1.9 kg)

Amplifier Section

Max power output : 52 watts x 4 at 4 ohms
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 USB and Aux in with variable level
Sony Bus terminal
Audio/Video Input(s) : Front: USB input/aux input
Rear: AUX1 audio/video, rear camera with reverse input trigger
Infrared Port : Wireless remote
RCA Audio Output(s) : Front and Rear/Sub selectable RCA pre-amp outputs
Remote Jack : Optional wired remote terminal
USB Port(s) : Optional wired remote terminal

Video

Panel Type : 6.1" TFT Active Matrix LCD Color Monitor
Picture Modes : Normal, Wide, Full and Zoom
Resolution : 800 x 480

Audio

Band : AM / FM
Equalizer : EQ7: 7 band EQ with +/- 6 dB adjustment at: 63, 160, 400, 1000, 2500, 6300 and 16000 Hz
Format(s) Supported : MP3/WMA/AAC/JPEG/MP4/XviD files¹
Frequency Response : DVD / CD: 10-20,000 Hz
Preout Impedance : 220 ohms
Preout Voltage : 2 volt
S/N Ratio : Audio Power: CEA2006 S/N 80 dBA
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (dB) : DVD/CD Player: 120dB
Station Preset(s) : 18 FM / 12 AM
Tuner Frequency Range : FM: Tuner Frequency Range(MHz): 87.5-107.9
AM: Tuner Frequency Range(kHz): 530-1710
Tuner Type : SSIR-EXA with RDS
Volume Control : Tel/Nav Attenuation Circuitry
Wow and Flutter : Below measurable limit

Convenience Features

CD Text Display : CD/MP3/WMA/AAC data displayed
Dimmer Adjust : Selectable Auto/on/off
Key Illumination : White Key Illumination
On-Screen Clock : 12H

Power

Current Drain : 5 - 7 amps
Input Voltage : 12 V DC car battery (negative ground)
Output Power : 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.

Video Features

Color System : NTSC / PAL / SECAM / PAL-M

In the Box

Parts for Installation and Connections (1 set)

Product Profile

Support

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Product Warranty

Limited Warranty

Installation Card - In-dash Video

$109.99

XAV-63 4 5 1 1

Value for Money Its an excellent stereo , with a brilliant quality of sound and it is value for money too. June 29, 2012

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VIEW FOOTNOTES

1. Not all files may play back due to file variations. Copy-protected ACC-LC files not supported.

2. Audio playback compatible with iPod^® with video, iPod Classic^®, iPod nano^® 1st through 5th gen., iPod Touch^® 1st & 2nd gen., iPhone^®, iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS, iPhone4 and iPhone 4S.

3. Requires satellite radio tuner and service subscription, sold separately.

4. Requires XT-100HD HD Radio™tuner, sold separately.

5. Video playback compatible with iPod^® with video, iPod Classic^®, iPod nano^® 1st through 5th gen., iPod Touch^® 1st & 2nd gen., iPhone^®, iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS, iPhone4 and iPhone 4S require purchase of optional XA-RC202IPV control cable.

6. Passenger App Control is compatible with iPod Touch^®, iPhone^®, iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPhone 4S and require purchase of optional XA-RC202IPV control cable.

7. Compatibility varies as not all vehicles are compatible; please consult with each interface manufacturer for details.

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