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CEA2006 Standard
Power Output: 17 Watts RMS × 4 at 
4 Ohms < 1% THD+N
SN Ratio: 80 dBA 
(reference: 1 Watt into 4 Ohms)

Display type: Wide LCD color monitor
Dimensions: 6.2 in
System: TFT active matrix
Number of pixels: 

1,152,000 pixels (800 × 3 (RGB) × 480)

PAL/NTSC/SECAM/PAL-M automatic select

External antenna (aerial) connector

Intermediate frequency: 150 kHz
Usable sensitivity: 10 dBf
Selectivity: 70 dB at 400 kHz
Signal-to-noise ratio: 70 dB (mono)
Separation at 1 kHz: 30 dB
Frequency response: 20 - 15,000 Hz

AM
Tuning range: 530 – 1,710 kHz
Antenna (aerial) terminal:

External antenna (aerial) connector

9,267.5 kHz or 9,257.5 kHz/5 kHz

Sensitivity: 44 μV

Signal-to-noise ratio: 80 dB
Frequency response: 20 – 20,000 Hz
Wow and flutter: Below measurable limit
Harmonic distortion: 0.05%
Region code: Labeled on the bottom of the unit

Interface: USB (Full-speed)
Maximum current: 1 A

Outputs:  Speaker outputs
Speaker impedance: 4 – 8 ohms
Maximum power output: 55 W × 4 (at 4 ohms)

Outputs:  

Video output terminal (rear)
Audio output terminals (front, rear/sub 
switchable)
Power antenna (aerial)/Power amplifier control 
terminal (REM OUT)

Inputs:  

Illumination control terminal
Remote controller input terminal
Antenna (aerial) input terminal
Microphone input terminal
Parking brake control terminal
Reverse input terminal
Camera input terminal
AUX audio input terminal (Front)
AUX Audio/Video input terminal (Rear)
USB port

Power requirements: 12 V DC car battery 

(negative ground (earth))

Dimensions: Approx. 178 mm × 101.5 mm × 169 mm 

(7 

1

/

8

 × 4 × 6 

3

/

4

 in) (w/h/d)

Approx. 178 mm × 100 mm × 165 mm 
(7 

1

/

8

 × 4 × 6 

1

/

2

 in) (w/h/d)

Approx. 182 mm × 100.6 mm × 159 mm 

Mass: Approx. 1.7 kg (3 lb 12 oz)
Package contents:

Parts for installation and connections (1 set)
Remote Commander (1): RM-X170
Microphone (1)

Design and specifications are subject to change 
without notice.

The region system is used to protect software 
copyrights.
The region code is located on the bottom of the 
unit, and only DVDs labeled with an identical region 
code can be played on this unit.

DVDs labeled 

can also be played.

If you try to play any other DVD, the message 
[Playback prohibited by region code.] will appear 
on the monitor screen. Depending on the DVD, no 
region code may be labeled even though playing 
the DVD is prohibited by area restrictions.

BLUETOOTH Standard version 3.0

Output:  

BLUETOOTH Standard Power Class 2 (Max. +4 
dBm)

Line of sight approx. 10 m (33 ft)*

1

Frequency band:  

2.4 GHz band (2.4000 – 2.4835 GHz)

Modulation method: FHSS
Compatible BLUETOOTH Profiles*

2

A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) 1.2
AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile) 1.4
HFP (Handsfree Profile) 1.6
PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile)
OPP (Object Push Profile)
SPP (Serial Port Profile)

*1 The actual range will vary depending on factors such 

as obstacles between devices, magnetic fields 
around a microwave oven, static electricity, 
reception sensitivity, antenna’s performance, 
operating system, software application, etc.

*2 BLUETOOTH standard profiles indicate the purpose 

of BLUETOOTH communication between devices.

External input terminal (E (PAL), Saudi Arabia, 
Indian and Australian models only)

FM
Tuning range: 87.5 – 108.0 MHz
Antenna (aerial) terminal:

External antenna (aerial) connector

Intermediate frequency: 150 kHz
Usable sensitivity: 10 dBf
Selectivity: 70 dB at 400 kHz
Signal-to-noise ratio: 70 dB (mono)
Separation at 1 kHz: 30 dB
Frequency response: 20 - 15,000 Hz

AM
Tuning range: 531 – 1,602 kHz
Antenna (aerial) terminal:

External antenna (aerial) connector

9,267 kHz or 9,258 kHz/4.5 kHz

Sensitivity:  44 μV

 87.5 – 107.9 MHz

FM tuning step: 100 kHz/200 kHz switchable

 (E (NTSC) model only)

(7 

1

/

4

 × 4 

3

/

8

 × 6 

3

/

8

 in) (w/h/d)

2015A33-1

© 

2015.01

Model Name Using Similar Mechanism

XAV-65

Mechanism Type

DR28N-ABB-YG

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3

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6

3-1. Disassembly 

Flow 

...........................................................  14

3-2.  Mini Fuse (Blade Type) (10 A) (F1), Cover ...................   14
3-3.  Front Panel Block ...........................................................   15
3-4.  DVD Deck Assy (DR28N-ABB-YG) (DVM1) ..............   16
3-5.  Guide Assy, BT ANT (ANT1) ........................................   16
3-6. KEY 

Board 

......................................................................  17

3-7.  BT MIC (Cable) (BTM1)................................................   18
3-8. BT 

Board 

.........................................................................  19

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5-1. Overall 

Section 

...............................................................  21

5-2. Chassis 

Section 

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FLEXIBLE  CIRCUIT  BOARD  REPAIRING
• 

Keep the temperature of soldering iron around 270 °C during 
repairing.

• 

Do not touch the soldering iron on the same conductor of the 
circuit board (within 3 times).

• 

Be careful not to apply force on the conductor when soldering 
or unsoldering.

0  OR  DOTTED  LINE  

0  ON  THE  SCHEMATIC  DIAGRAMS  AND  IN  

0  SUR  

CAUTION
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures 
other than those specifi ed herein may result in hazardous radia-
tion exposure.

US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby 
Laboratories.

MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents 
licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.

Manufactured under license 
from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby 
and the double-D symbol are 
trademarks of Dolby 
Laboratories.

Windows Media is either a registered trademark or 
trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United 
States and/or other countries.

This product is protected by certain intellectual 
property rights of Microsoft Corporation. Use or 
distribution of such technology outside of this 
product is prohibited without a license from 
Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary.

“DVD VIDEO,” “DVD-R,” “DVD-RW,” “DVD+R,” and 
“DVD+RW” are trademarks.

The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered 
trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any 
use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under 
license. Other trademarks and trade names are 
those of their respective owners.

iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod touch, 
and Siri are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in 
the U.S. and other countries.

THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE MPEG-4 
VISUAL PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE 
PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A 
CONSUMER FOR DECODING VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE 
WITH THE MPEG-4 VISUAL STANDARD (“MPEG-4 
VIDEO”) THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER 
ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NONCOMMERCIAL 
ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO 
PROVIDER LICENSED BY MPEG LA TO PROVIDE 
MPEG-4 VIDEO.
NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR 
ANY OTHER USE.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION INCLUDING THAT 
RELATING TO PROMOTIONAL, INTERNAL AND 
COMMERCIAL USES AND LICENSING MAY BE 
OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, LLC. SEE
HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM

Pandora, the Pandora logo, and the Pandora trade 
dress are trademarks or registered trademarks of 
Pandora Media, Inc., used with permission.

Google, Google Play and Android are trademarks of 
Google Inc.

All other trademarks are trademarks of their 
respective owners.

The laser diode in the optical pick-up block may suffer electro-
static break-down because of the potential difference generated by 
the charged electrostatic load, etc. on clothing and the human body.
During repair, pay attention to electrostatic break-down and also 
use the procedure in the printed matter which is included in the 
repair parts.
The fl exible board is easily damaged and should be handled with 
care.

NOTES  ON  LASER  DIODE  EMISSION  CHECK
The laser beam on this model is concentrated so as to be focused 
on the disc refl ective surface by the objective lens in the optical 
pickup block. Therefore, when checking the laser diode emission, 
observe from more than 30 cm away from the objective lens.

Signal format 

system

Region 

code

Part No.

NTSC

1

4-540-917-0[]

US and Canadian 
models

NTSC

4

4-540-918-0[]

E (NTSC) model

PAL

3

4-540-919-0[]

E (PAL) model

PAL

5

4-540-921-0[]

Indian model

PAL

5

4-540-922-0[]

Russian model

PAL

2

4-558-481-0[]

Saudi Arabia model

PAL

4

4-558-482-0[]

Australian model

PAL

2

4-564-299-0[]

AEP and UK 
models

IMPORTANT  NOTE  FOR  REPAIRING
XAV-68BT contain individual information that the customer regis-
tered because it installs the Bluetooth function.
When repairing, the data that the customer registered might disap-
pear. Have the approval of the customer beforehand.
If any of the following repair is performed, that data disappears.
• 

Complete BT board replacing

• Initialize

Note: Replaced old complete BT board is destroyed with the hammer, 

and throw out it.

ABOUT  THE  SECURITY  FUNCTION
This unit does not use security function by password lock.

ABOUT  THE  REPAIRING  OF  BOARD
When each boards installed on this unit are defective, replace the 
parts including the board or complete mounted board.
However, only the following IC can replace with single.

Ref. No. 

Part No. 

Description 

Remark

U308 

9-885-201-53  IC   LM1117-ADJ

Under normal conditions, the battery will last 
approximately 1 year. (The service life may be 
shorter, depending on the conditions of use.)
When the battery becomes weak, the range of the 
remote commander becomes shorter. Replace the 
battery with a new CR2025 lithium battery. Use of 
any other battery may present a risk of fire or 
explosion. 

Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of children. 
Should the battery be swallowed, immediately 
consult a doctor.
Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to assure a good 
contact.
Be sure to observe the correct polarity when installing 
the battery.
Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers, 
otherwise a short-circuit may occur.

Battery may explode if mistreated.
Do not recharge, disassemble, or dispose of in 
fire.

NOTE  OF  REPLACING  THE  CHASSIS  MAIN  ASSY (CHA1)
When the chassis MAIN assy (CHA1) is replaced, the destination 
setting is necessary.

Note: Remote commander is necessary.

1.  Preparing the Destination Setting
Be sure to solder the SL001 on the MAIN board before doing the 
destination setting.

2. Destination Setting
Set destination according to the procedure below.

2-1.  Setting the Destination Code
1.  In the state of source off (Home screen is displayed), enter 

the destination setting mode by pressing the buttons on the 
remote commander in order of the [4] 

t [5] t [6] (press 

only the [6] button for two seconds).

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NOTE  FOR  TRANSPORTATION 
When this unit is transported, it is necessary to install two transpor-
tation screws. Please transport it after installing two transportation 
screws as shown in the fi gure below.

Part No. 

Description

A-2018-257-A  SCREW WITH WARNING LABEL

WARNING!!!

Warning label

u1

Transportation screw

u2

WARNING!!!