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Personal Audio System
Operating Instructions
使用說明書
©2013 Sony Corporation Printed in China
SRS-BTX500
English
Personal Audio System
What is Bluetooth
Before operating the system, please read this guide
Wireless Technology?
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
WARNING
Bluetooth wireless technology is a short-range wireless
technology that enables wireless data communication
between digital devices, such as a computer and digital
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
camera. Bluetooth wireless technology operates within a range
expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
of about 10 m.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation of the
Connecting two devices as necessary is common, but some
devices can be connected to multiple devices at the same
apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. And do
not place lighted candles on the apparatus.
time.
You do not need to use a cable for connection, nor is it
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this
necessary for the devices to face one another, such is the case
apparatus to dripping or splashing, and do not place objects
with infrared technology. For example, you can use such a
filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
device in a bag or pocket.
Bluetooth standard is an international standard supported by
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a
thousands of companies all over the world, and employed by
bookcase or built-in cabinet.
various companies worldwide.
Do not expose the batteries (battery pack or batteries
Communication system and
installed) to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like for
compatible Bluetooth profiles of the
a long time.
system
As the main plug of AC adaptor is used to disconnect the AC
adaptor from the mains, connect it to an easily accessible AC
Profile is standardisation of the function for each Bluetooth
outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in it, disconnect it
device specification. The system supports the following
from the AC outlet immediately.
Bluetooth version and profiles:
Communication System:
The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source
Bluetooth Specification version 3.0
(mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the
Compatible Bluetooth Profiles:
unit itself has been turned off.
–
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile): Transmitting
or receiving audio content of high-quality.
The nameplate and important information concerning safety
are located on the bottom exterior of the main unit and on the
–
AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile): Controlling
the volume.
surface of the AC adaptor.
–
HSP (Headset Profile): Talking on the phone/Operating the
On Copyrights and Licenses
phone.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the
–
HFP (Hands-free Profile): Talking on the phone/Operating
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony
the phone by hands-free.
Corporation is under license.
Maximum communication range
The N Mark is a trademark or registered trademark of NFC
Forum, Inc. in the United States and in other countries.
Use Bluetooth devices within 10 m (line of sight) of the system.
Android is a trademark of Google Inc.
Maximum communication range may shorten under the
iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and
following conditions.
other countries.
–
There is an obstacle such as a person, metal, or wall
Other trademarks and trade names are those of their
between the system and Bluetooth device.
respective owners.
–
A wireless LAN device is in use near the system.
–
A microwave oven is in use near the system.
Precautions
–
A device that generates electromagnetic radiation is in
use near the system.
Notes when using with a mobile phone
Interference from other devices
For details on operation of your mobile phone when
receiving a telephone call while transmitting the sound
Because Bluetooth devices and wireless LAN (IEEE802.11b/g)
using the Bluetooth connection, refer to the operating
use the same frequency, microwave interference may occur
instructions supplied with the mobile phone.
and resulting in communication speed deterioration, noise, or
invalid connection if the system is used near a wireless LAN
Notes on the AC adaptor
device. In such a case, perform the following.
When connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor, turn off
–
Use the system at least 10 m away from the wireless LAN
the system beforehand. Otherwise, it may cause
device.
malfunction.
–
If the system is used within 10 m of a wireless LAN device,
Use only the supplied AC adaptor. To avoid damaging the
turn off the wireless LAN device.
system, do not use any other AC adaptor.
Interference to other devices
Microwaves emitting from a Bluetooth device may affect the
operation of electronic medical devices. Turn off the system
and other Bluetooth devices in the following locations, as it
Polarity of the plug
may cause an accident.
Plug the AC adaptor into a nearby wall outlet (mains). In the
–
where inflammable gas is present, in a hospital, train,
case of a problem, unplug it from the wall outlet (mains)
airplane, or a gas station
immediately.
–
near automatic doors or a fire alarm
Do not install the AC adaptor in a confined space, such as a
Notes
bookcase or built-in cabinet.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the
To be able to use the Bluetooth function, the Bluetooth
device to be connected requires the same profile as the
AC adaptor to dripping or splashing, and do not place
objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the AC adaptor.
system's.
Note also that even if the same profile exists, devices may
On placement
vary in function depending on their specifications.
Do not set the speaker in an inclined position.
Due to the characteristic of Bluetooth wireless technology,
Do not leave the system in a location near heat sources, or
the sound played on the system is slightly delayed from the
in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust,
sound played on the Bluetooth device during talking on the
moisture, rain or mechanical shock.
telephone or listening to the music.
This system supports security capabilities that comply with
On operation
the Bluetooth standard to provide a secure connection
Do not insert any small objects, etc., into the jacks or
when the Bluetooth wireless technology is used, but
ventilation hole on the rear of the system. The system may
security may not be enough depending on the setting. Be
short out or malfunction.
careful when communicating using Bluetooth wireless
technology.
On cleaning
We do not take any responsibility for the leakage of
Do not use alcohol, benzine, or thinner to clean the cabinet.
information during Bluetooth communication.
A device featuring the Bluetooth function is required to
Others
conform to the Bluetooth standard specified by Bluetooth
If you have any questions or problems concerning this
SIG, and be authenticated. Even if the connected device
system that are not covered in this manual, please consult
conforms to the above mentioned Bluetooth standard,
your nearest Sony dealer.
some devices may not be connected or work correctly,
depending on the features or specifications of the device.
Noise or sound skips may occur depending on the Bluetooth
device connected with the system, the communication
environment or the usage environment.
VOLUME −/+
buttons
SOUND button/
indicator
(call) button
AUDIO IN button/
indicator
BATTERY/CHARGE
indicator
N-mark
BLUETOOTH -PAIRING
button
Bluetooth indicator
/ button
Illumination lamp
Microphone
Stand
DC IN 15V
AUDIO IN jack BLUETOOTH
RESET
DC OUT ONLY
STANDBY switch
button
connector (USB)
jack
Function of Parts
Turning the System on
and off/Charging the
BATTERY/CHARGE indicator
Lights up, flashes or turns off depending on the status of
system
the system.
For details, see the following section, "Indications of BATTERY/
CHARGE indicator. "
This system can operate by AC adaptor or built-in lithium-ion
battery (rechargeable). Charge the battery before using the
N-mark
system for the first time.
Touch to make Bluetooth connection with an NFC
compatible smartphone.
1
Connect the supplied AC adaptor.
(call) button
The BATTERY/CHARGE indicator (amber) lights up when
Press to call or operate during a call.
the battery is being charged, and turns off when charging
VOLUME −/+ buttons
is complete. It takes approximately 4 hours to charge the
Adjusts the volume.
battery.
Illumination lamp
Lights up in a variety of colors depending on the status of
the system. For details, see the following section,
"Indications of Illumination lamp. "
Microphone
Use during a call.
Stand
Open to use the system.
DC IN 15V jack
Connects the supplied AC adaptor.
AUDIO IN jack
Connects to the headphone jack of a portable audio device,
computer, etc., using a connecting cord (not supplied).
BLUETOOTH STANDBY switch
Turns on and off the Bluetooth standby mode.
RESET button
Resets the system.
DC OUT ONLY connector (USB)
Charges devices, such as your smartphone, etc. by
2
Press the / button.
connecting to the DC OUT ONLY connector (USB connector).
SOUND button
Press to select a sound effect.
SOUND indicator
Lights up, according to the sound effect setting.
AUDIO IN button
Press to listen to sound from a device connected by a
connecting cord (not supplied).
AUDIO IN indicator (amber)
Lights up in AUDIO IN mode.
BLUETOOTH
PAIRING button
Press to pair with a Bluetooth device.
Bluetooth indicator (blue)
Lights up, flashes or turns off depending on the
communication status.
For details, see the following section, "Indications of the
Bluetooth function. "
/ button
Turns the system on/off.
Tip
Indications of BATTERY/CHARGE
You can operate the system by battery instead of the AC adaptor
indicator (built-in lithium-ion battery)
by charging the system before use.
Notes
Status
BATTERY/CHARGE indicator
When the BATTERY/CHARGE indicator flashes as below,
System turned on
Lights up (green) (battery
charge the system. In these cases, you cannot charge
operation only)
devices via the DC OUT ONLY connector.
Flashes (green)
–
Flashes (green) (Battery power is low).
Battery requires charging
–
Flashes (amber), then turns off after turning on the system
Charging battery
Lights up (amber)
(No battery power remaining).
Charging complete
Off
When you switch the power source between AC adaptor
and battery by connecting/disconnecting the AC adaptor,
the system stops sound output for a short while. This is not
Indications of Illumination lamp
a malfunction.
The maximum power output will be lower when the AC
Status
Illumination lamp
adaptor is disconnected.
AUDIO IN mode
Lights up (white)
In an extremely cold or hot environment, note the following
points.
Searching for a device
Lights up (white)
–
When operating by the AC adaptor, charging may complete
Connecting to Bluetooth
Lights up (blue)
too quickly, or may not be possible.
device
–
When operating on battery only, the system may stop after
Flashes once (white)
the BATTERY/CHARGE indicator flashes (green) three times.
Pressing VOLUME−/+
Charge the battery at least twice a year.
buttons
Repeated recharging causes the capacity of the battery to
When the volume hits the
Flashes three times (white)
decrease over time. When the battery life drops to half the
maximum or minimum
usual time, even after a full charge, contact your nearest
Sony dealer to replace the battery.
Tip
To reset the system
To turn the illumination on/off, hold down the
BLUETOOTH
PAIRING button, then press and hold the /
Press the RESET button on the rear of the system with a
button.
pointed object if the buttons on the system do not function.
Indications of the Bluetooth function
How to Make Wireless
Status
Bluetooth indicator (blue)
Pairing with a device
Flashes quickly
Connection with
Searching for a device
Flashes
Connected to a device
Lights up
Bluetooth Devices
Flashes slowly
Bluetooth standby mode
You can enjoy music and hands-free calling with the system
wirelessly by using your device's Bluetooth function.
Choose one of the following three connection methods, best
Opening the Stand
suited for the Bluetooth device. For details on how to operate
your device, refer to the operating instructions supplied with
the device.
The system stands itself by opening the stand.
Pairing with a Bluetooth device:
see
Pattern A
Bluetooth devices need to be "paired" with each other
beforehand.
Connecting with a paired device:
see
Pattern B
To close the stand
To listen to music with a Bluetooth device that has been
paired, see this pattern.
Close the stand to the opposite way of arrow.
One touch connection with a smartphone (NFC):
see
Pattern C
Using an NFC compatible smartphone, you can establish a
Bluetooth connection by just touching the system with it.
Check the following before operating the system.
Both the system and the device are placed within 1 m of
each other.
The system is connected to the AC adaptor, or the battery is
sufficiently charged.
The operating instructions supplied with the device are at
hand.
Pattern A
Pairing and connecting with a
Bluetooth device
1
Turn on the system.
The Bluetooth indicator (blue) flashes.
If the AUDIO IN indicator (amber) lights up, press the
BLUETOOTH
PAIRING button.
2
Set the Bluetooth function of the Bluetooth
device to on.
For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied
with the device.
3
Press and hold the BLUETOOTH PAIRING
When the Bluetooth connection is established, the
Bluetooth indicator (blue) stays on.
button on the system until two beeps are
heard.
Tips
The Bluetooth indicator (blue) begins to flash quickly and
If it is difficult to establish the connection, try the following.
–
Activate the app "NFC Easy Connect" and move the
pairing mode is entered.
smartphone slightly on the N marked part of the system.
Tip
–
If the smartphone is in a case, remove it.
When the system is turned on first time, the Bluetooth
Touch the system with the smartphone again to disconnect.
If you have multiple NFC compatible devices, just touch the
indicator (blue) starts flashing quickly.
smartphone to a different device to switch the connection
to that device. For example, when your smartphone is
connected with NFC compatible headphones, just touch the
smartphone to the system to change the Bluetooth
connection to the system (One touch connection switching).
Listening to Music
You can enjoy music wirelessly, via the Bluetooth function built
in your devices.
Flashes
quickly
4
Perform the pairing procedure on the
Bluetooth device to detect the system.
5
Select "SRS-BTX500" shown in the display of
the Bluetooth device.
Operations may vary depending on the Bluetooth device.
Refer also to the operating instructions supplied with your
If "SRS- BTX500" does not appear on the device's display,
repeat from step 2.
Bluetooth device.
1
Make the Bluetooth connection between the
Note
Some devices cannot display a list of detected devices.
system and the device.
6
For details on the Bluetooth connection procedure, see
If Passcode* input is required on the display
"How to Make Wireless Connection with Bluetooth
of the Bluetooth device, input "0000. "
Devices. " When the Bluetooth connection is established,
The Bluetooth connection is established and the Bluetooth
the Bluetooth indicator (blue) on the system stays on.
indicator (blue) on the system stays on.
2
Start playback on the Bluetooth device, then
* Passcode may be called "Passkey, " "PIN code, " "PIN
number, " or "Password. "
adjust the volume.
Set the volume of the Bluetooth device to a moderate
Tip
level, and press the VOLUME –/+ buttons on the system.
To pair with other Bluetooth devices, repeat steps 2 to 6 for each
Auto power off
device.
The system automatically turns off after about 20 minutes
Notes
when the hands-free is not being used (the system is not
Pairing mode of the system is cancelled after about 5 minutes,
connected with a Bluetooth device via HFP/HSP), and when no
and the Bluetooth indicator (blue) flashes. If the pairing mode is
device is being charged via the DC OUT ONLY connector, and
cancelled while performing this procedure, start over from
when no music is being played.
step 3.
Passcode of the system is fixed as "0000. " The system cannot be
After use
paired with a Bluetooth device whose Passcode is not "0000. "
Do any of the following.
Once Bluetooth devices are paired, there is no need to pair those
Set the Bluetooth function of the Bluetooth device off. For
devices again. However, in the following case, you will need to
details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the
perform the pairing procedure again.
–
device.
The system is paired with 9 or more devices.
Turn off the Bluetooth device.
The system can be paired with up to 8 Bluetooth devices. If a
new device is paired after 8 devices have been paired, the
Turn off the system.
Touch the system with the smartphone again to disconnect
device whose latest connection time is the oldest among the
8 paired devices is replaced by the new one.
(NFC compatible smartphones only).
More than one device can be paired with the system, but sound
will be heard from just one of those devices.
Using Hands-free Calling
Pattern B
Connecting with a paired
While Listening to Music
Bluetooth device
You can enjoy hands-free calling via Bluetooth connection
with a Bluetooth mobile phone that has a music function and
1
Turn on the system.
supports the Bluetooth profile A2DP, and HFP or HSP.
The Bluetooth indicator (blue) flashes.
If your Bluetooth mobile phone supports both HFP and HSP,
If the AUDIO IN indicator (amber) lights up, press the
set to HFP.
BLUETOOTH
PAIRING button.
2
Set the Bluetooth function of the Bluetooth
device to on.
Tip
In the case of the last-connected Bluetooth device, the
system tries to re-establish Bluetooth connection with it if
the device's Bluetooth function is on. When Bluetooth
connection is established, the Bluetooth indicator (blue) on
the system stays on.
3
Select "SRS-BTX500" shown in the display of
the Bluetooth device.
If necessary, select a Bluetooth profile that the system
supports from the following: A2DP, HSP or HFP. For details
on each profile, see "What is Bluetooth Wireless Technology?"
The Bluetooth connection is established and the Bluetooth
indicator (blue) on the system stays on.
Notes
This step may not be necessary for some devices.
If the system cannot connect to the Bluetooth device, delete
"SRS-BTX500" from the Bluetooth device, then perform
Operations may vary depending on the Bluetooth mobile
pairing again.
phone. Refer also to the operating instructions supplied with
your mobile phone.
Bluetooth standby mode
1
Make the Bluetooth connection between the
When the Bluetooth standby mode is set to ON, the system can
system and the mobile phone.
be turned on and operated by a Bluetooth device.
For details on the Bluetooth connection procedure, see
"How to Make Wireless Connection with Bluetooth
Devices. " When the Bluetooth connection is established,
the Bluetooth indicator (blue) on the system stays on.
2
Start playback on the Bluetooth mobile
phone, then adjust the volume.
Set the volume of the Bluetooth mobile phone to a
moderate level, and press the VOLUME –/+ buttons on the
system.
To call
Operate the Bluetooth mobile phone. Check that a dialing
tone is heard on the system and talk using the microphone. If
no dialing tone is heard, press the
(call) button on the
system for about 2 seconds to change the call device to the
system.
To receive a call
When an incoming call arrives, the playback pauses and a ring
tone is heard from the system. Press the
(call) button on
the system and talk using the microphone.
Note
Tips
If the system is being powered by battery, even if the
If no ring tone is heard from the system when incoming call
system is turned off, battery power will continue to be
arrives, stop playback and press the
(call) button to talk.
consumed if the BLUETOOTH STANDBY switch is set to ON.
You can use the hands-free calling when playback is completed.
During a call, press the VOLUME –/+ buttons on the system to
Pattern C
adjust the volume.
Connecting with a smartphone
Notes
by One touch (NFC)
The sound is output from the left speaker only during a call.
Use your smartphone at least 50 cm from the system. Noise may
result if the system and smartphone are too close.
By just touching the system with an NFC compatible
smartphone, the system is turned on automatically and then
To end a call
paired and connected with the smartphone.
Press the
(call) button. If you were listening to music when
1
Download and install the app "NFC Easy
the call arrived, it will be resumed when the call has finished.
Connect" on the smartphone.
After use
"NFC Easy Connect" is an original app by Sony for Android
Do any of the following.
phones, and is available at Google Play Store.
Set the Bluetooth function of the Bluetooth device off. For
Search for "NFC Easy Connect" or scan the following two-
details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the
dimensional code to download and install the free app.
device.
Communication fees are required to download the app.
Turn off the Bluetooth device.
The app may not be downloadable in some country/
Turn off the system.
regions.
Touch the system with the smartphone again to disconnect
(NFC compatible smartphones only).
Tip
For some smartphones, One touch connection may be
Unit button functions during a call
available without downloading the app "NFC Easy Connect. "
In that case, the operation and specifications may be
Available functions may vary depending on the Bluetooth
mobile phone, or the profiles supported by the Bluetooth
different from the description here. For details, refer to the
operating instructions supplied with the smartphone.
mobile phone. Refer to the operating instructions supplied
with the Bluetooth mobile phone.
By the two-dimensional code:
Use a two-dimensional code reader app.
Status
(call) button
Standby
Press once to start voice dial (voice dial
compatible mobile phones only).
Press for about 2 seconds to redial the phone
number that is dialed last time.
Outgoing
Press once to cancel outgoing call.
call
Press for about 2 seconds to change call
device between the system and mobile
Compatible smartphones
phone.
Smartphones with the NFC function built-in
Incoming
Press once to answer call.
(OS: Android 2.3.3 or later, excluding Android 3.x)
call
Press for about 2 seconds to reject call.
During
Press once to finish call.
About NFC
call
Press for about 2 seconds to change call
NFC (Near Field Communication) is a technology enabling
device between the system and mobile
short-range wireless communication between various
phone.
devices, such as mobile phones and IC tags. Thanks to the
NFC function, data communication can be achieved easily
just by touching the relevant symbol or designated
Using Hands-free calling with another
location on NFC compatible devices.
Bluetooth mobile phone while
2
Start the app "NFC Easy Connect" on the
listening to music
smartphone.
This system is compatible with Multipoint technology, which
Make sure that the application screen is displayed.
allows you to enjoy hands-free calling while listening to music
3
Touch the system with the smartphone.
from a Bluetoothcompatible music player.
Keep touching the smartphone on the N marked part of
the system until the smartphone vibrates.
Smartphone vibrates
(system recognized)
Lights up
One touch connection (NFC) cannot be used in this
procedure.
Operations may vary depending on the Bluetooth device.
This type of Bluetooth connection may not be established
depending on the combination of the Bluetooth devices.
Follow the on-screen instructions to establish the
Refer also to the operating instructions supplied with your
connection.
Bluetooth devices.
1
Make the Bluetooth connections between the
Specifications
system and a Bluetooth music player via
A2DP, and between the system and a
Bluetooth mobile phone via HFP or HSP.
Speaker section
For details on the Bluetooth connection procedure, see
Speaker system
Satellite speaker:
"How to Make Wireless Connection with Bluetooth
Approx. 48 mm dia. × 2
Devices. " When the Bluetooth connection is established,
Subwoofer:
the Bluetooth indicator (blue) on the system stays on.
Approx. 80 mm dia. × 1
Enclosure type
Satellite speaker: Sealed enclosure
Tips
Subwoofer: Passive radiator model
To use only the calling function of a Bluetooth mobile phone
that also has a music function, establish Bluetooth
Amplifier section
connection between the system and the mobile phone via
HFP or HSP, not via A2DP.
Reference output power
Depending on the Bluetooth mobile phone, while the
Using AC adaptor: 10 W + 10 W (Satellite
Bluetooth connection is established via HFP or HSP, the
speaker, at 1% harmonic distortion, 1 kHz,
other Bluetooth connection via A2DP may also be occupied
6 Ω), 20 W (Subwoofer, at 1% harmonic
by the same Bluetooth mobile phone. A Bluetooth music
distortion, 100 Hz, 4 Ω)
player cannot be connected with this system in this case.
Using battery: 4 W + 4 W (Satellite speaker,
at 10% harmonic distortion, 1 kHz, 6 Ω),
Note
8 W (Subwoofer, at 10% harmonic
To make the same connection with the same devices after
distortion, 100 Hz, 4 Ω)
turning the system off, follow this procedure again.
Bluetooth
Communication System
To Enjoy the Sound Effect
Bluetooth Specification version 3.0
Output
Bluetooth Specification Power Class 2
Setting
Maximum communication range
Line of sight approx. 10 m*
1
You can enjoy sound effects as desired.
Frequency band
2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz - 2.4835 GHz)
1
Press the SOUND button to select the sound
Modulation method
FHSS
effect.
Compatible Bluetooth Profiles*
2
The SOUND indicator (see below) shows the current sound
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution
effect setting.
Profile)
You can switch between effects by repeatedly pressing the
AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control
SOUND button.
Profile)
HSP (Headset Profile)
HFP (Hands-free Profile)
Status
Sound effect
Supported Codec*
3
Amber High-quality bass sound will be heard (MEGA
SBC*
4
, AAC*
5
BASS). This setting is enabled by default when
Transmission range (A2DP)
20 Hz - 20,000 Hz (Sampling frequency
you first turn on the system.
44.1 kHz)
Green Surround sound will be heard (MEGA
*
1
The actual range will vary depending on factors such as
BASS+SURROUND).
obstacles between devices, magnetic fields around a
microwave oven, static electricity, reception sensitivity,
Off
The sound effect is off.
aerial's performance, operating system, software
application, etc.
*
2
Bluetooth standard profiles indicate the purpose of
Tip
Bluetooth communication between devices.
*
Codec: Audio signal compression and conversion format
The system remembers the last sound effect setting next time it
3
*
4
Subband Codec
is turned on.
*
5
Advanced Audio Coding
Microphone
Listening to Music by
Type:
Electret condenser
Directional characteristic:
Wired Connection with a
Omni directional
Effective frequency range:
Portable Audio Device,
50 Hz -10 kHz
General
etc.
Input
AUDIO IN jack (ø 3.5 mm stereo mini jack)
DC OUT
USB jack Type A (for charging the battery
1
Connect the device to the system.
of a connected device) (5 V, Max.1.5 A)
Power
DC 15 V (using the supplied AC adaptor
connected to AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz
power supply) or, using built-in lithium-ion
battery
Usage life of lithium-ion battery (using the Bluetooth
connection)
approx. 6 hours*
6
Dimensions (including projecting parts and controls)
Approx. 385.0 mm × 152.0 mm × 65.0 mm
(w/h/d)
Mass
Approx. 2,000 g
including battery
(Stereo mini jack)
Supplied accessories
AC adaptor (AC-E1530) (1)
Operating Instructions (this document) (1)
Bluetooth ® Startup Guide (1)
Carrying case (1)
*
6
Time may vary, depending on the temperature or
conditions of use.
Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.
Connecting cord (not supplied)
2
Turn on the system.
3
Turn on the connected device.
4
Press the AUDIO IN button on the system.
5
Operate the connected device.
Set the volume of the connected device to a moderate
level, then press the VOLUME –/+ buttons on the system.
Notes
You cannot play music only by connecting to the system with
the connecting cord. Make sure to also press the AUDIO IN
button.
Hands-free calling is not available while you are listening to
music from a device connecting to the system by the connected
cord.
Auto power off
The system automatically turns off after about 20 minutes
when the hands-free is not being used (the system is not
connected with a Bluetooth device via HFP/HSP), and when
no device is being charged via the DC OUT ONLY connector,
and when no music is being played.
Charging USB Devices,
such as Smartphones, via
a USB Connection to the
System
You can charge your smartphone by connecting to the DC
OUT ONLY connector (USB) of the system. When using the
system by the built-in battery only, you can also charge a
smartphone from the battery of the system. Turn on the
system in order to charge a USB device.
USB cable
(not supplied)
Note
This function is not for data communication by USB cable.
Disposing of the System
For environment protection, remove the built-in lithium-ion
battery pack from the system.
Before removing the battery, drain the battery by removing
the AC adaptor and using the system only with the battery.
Take out the lithium-ion battery for recycling.
Do not open the cabinet other than when disposing of
the system.
1
Turn off the system and remove the AC
adaptor.
2
Detach the cover of the rear of the system to
remove the battery pack.
Open the stand.
Remove the 4 rubber covers from the bottom of the
system.
Remove the 4 screws.
Remove the cover.
Remove the connector plug from the system.
Remove the battery.
Note
Be careful not to damage the code cover with metallic tweezers,
etc. when you remove the battery pack from the system.
Troubleshooting
No sound / Sound from only one speaker /
Low sound level
Check that both this system and
If you are connecting a personal
the connected device are turned
computer to the system, make sure
on.
the audio output setting of the
computer is set for a Bluetooth
device.
Turn up the volume of the system
Pair this system and the Bluetooth
and the connected device.
device again.
Check that the connected device is
If the connected device is monaural,
being played back.
sound will only be output from the
left speaker.
Check that both plugs of the
connecting cord (not supplied) are
firmly inserted into the system and
the connected device.
Distorted sound /
Humming or noise in the system output
Turn down the volume of the
Keep the system away from a TV.
connected device.
If the connected device has an
Switch the Bluetooth connection to
equalizer function, set it to off.
A2DP by operating the Bluetooth
device when HFP or HSP is set.
Keep the system away from a
If you connect a device with a built-
microwave oven, wireless LAN, etc.
in radio or tuner to this system,
broadcasts may not be received, or
sensitivity may be reduced. Locate
the system farther away from the
device and check that you can listen
to the broadcasts satisfactorily.
Bring this system and the
Charge the system by connecting
Bluetooth device closer together.
the AC adaptor if the BATTERY/
Remove any obstacle between this
CHARGE indicator flashes in green
.
system and the Bluetooth device.
Pairing is not possible
Bring this system and the Bluetooth
If the Bluetooth indicator (blue) is not
device to within 1 m of each other.
flashing quickly, press and hold the
BLUETOOTH
PAIRING button on
the system until two beeps are
heard.
No voice / Low voice from recipient
Check that both this system and
Select HFP or HSP Bluetooth
the connected device are turned
connection by operating the
on.
Bluetooth device.
Check that output of the Bluetooth
Turn up the volume of the system
mobile phone is set for the system.
and the connected device.
One touch connection (NFC) is
not possible
Keep the smartphone close to the
If the smartphone is in a case,
system until the smartphone
remove it.
vibrates. If you fail, move the
smartphone slightly on the N
marked part of the system.
Check that the NFC function of the
NFC receiving sensitivity depends on
smartphone is set to on.
the device. If you fail to connect with
a smartphone by One touch several
times, connect to the system by on-
screen operation.
Check that the "NFC Easy Connect"
app is displayed on the
smartphone.