The MEX-BT3600U allows you to either plug in your USB digital music player, or enjoy high-quality stereo audio streamed from a Bluetooth compatible Walkman or mobile phone.

A USB port on the front panel allows direct connection with compatible digital music players, including ultra-quick searching from your MP3 music library on the LCD display.

MP3 tracks are displayed on the Quick-BrowZer interface, which allows you to look through your MP3 music library using the front panel’s rotary controller.

A front panel AUX input also connects with the headphone output of any personal audio player.

Sony says the feature-packed unit also makes hands-free calling safe and easy by connecting with your Bluetooth mobile phone.

“The in-dash head unit links wirelessly to the growing range of mobile phones from Sony Ericsson and other manufacturers that support Bluetooth connectivity,” a Sony suit said.

“At the touch of a button it’s easy to accept hands-free calls while you’re driving, with no need for connecting cables, phone cradles or obtrusive car kits.”

The unit includes “a sensitive, high-quality microphone with echo cancellation technology” concealed behind the front panel, while the other party’s voice is heard through your car speakers.

Music is paused automatically when a call is accepted and then resumes when the call is ended.

Key functions can also be controlled using the supplied card-sized infrared remote.