To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this
apparatus to rain or moisture.
To reduce the risk of electrical
shock, do not open the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified
personnel only.
Do not install the appliance in a confined
space, such as a bookcase or built-in
cabinet.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the
ventilation of the apparatus with
newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.
And do not place lighted candles on the
apparatus.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not place objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
Connect the AC power adaptor to an
easily accessible AC outlet. Should you
notice an abnormality in the AC power
adaptor, disconnect it from the AC outlet
immediately.
Do not expose the batteries (battery pack
or batteries installed) to excessive heat
such as sunshine, fire or the like for a long
time.
Excessive sound pressure from
headphones can cause hearing loss.
The Bluetooth word mark and logos are
owned by the 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.
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology
and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS
and Thomson.
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Table Of Contents
What is Bluetooth wireless
technology? .................. 4
Welcome! .......................... 5
3 steps to Bluetooth function .... 6
Location and Function of
Parts ............................... 7
Charging the unit ............. 8
Pairing .............................10
What is pairing? ...................... 10
Procedures of pairing .............. 10
Wearing the unit ............. 12
Indications of Bluetooth
function ....................... 14
Listening to music ......... 15
Controlling the audio device –
AVRCP ............................... 16
Calling ............................. 17
Controlling the Bluetooth mobile
phone – HFP, HSP .............. 19
Calling while playing
back music .................. 20
Disposing of the unit ..... 21
Precautions .................... 22
Troubleshooting ............. 24
Initializing the unit ......... 26
Specifications................. 27
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What is Bluetooth wireless
technology?
Bluetooth™ wireless technology is
a short-range wireless technology
that enables wireless data
communication between digital
devices, such as a computer or
digital camera. Bluetooth wireless
technology operates within a range
of about 10 meters (about 30 feet).
Connecting two devices as
necessary is common, but some
devices can be connected to
multiple devices at the same time.
You do not need to use a cable for
connection, nor is it necessary for
the devices to face one another, such
is the case with infrared technology.
For example, you can use such a
device in a bag or pocket.
Bluetooth standard is an
international standard supported by
thousands of companies all over the
world, and employed by various
companies worldwide.
Communication System
and Compatible Bluetooth
Profiles of this unit
Profile is standardization of the
function for each Bluetooth device
specification. This unit supports the
following Bluetooth version and
profiles:
Communication System :
Bluetooth Specification version 2.0 +
1
EDR*
Compatible Bluetooth Profiles:
– A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution
Profile): Transmitting or receiving
audio content of high-quality.
phone supported by both HFP (Handsfree Profile) and HSP (Headset
Profile), set to HFP.
Notes
• To be able to use the Bluetooth
function, the Bluetooth device to be
connected requires the same profile as
the unit’s.
Note also that even if the same profile
exists, devices may vary in function
depending on their specifications.
• Due to the characteristic of Bluetooth
wireless technology, the sound played
on this unit is slightly delayed from the
sound played on the Bluetooth device
during talking on the telephone or
listening to the music.
2
: Talking on the
2
: Talking on
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Welcome!
Thank you for purchasing this Sony Wireless Audio Receiver. This unit uses
Bluetooth wireless technology.
• Enjoy music wirelessly from Bluetooth technology-enabled music players,
or mobile phones.*
• Connect your favorite headphones via stereo mini jack (headphones are
sold separately).
• Talk hands-free with Bluetooth technology-enabled mobile phones.*
• Do basic remote control operation (play, stop, etc.) of music player
functions via Bluetooth connection.*
• Bluetooth version 2.0 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) for higher quality
audio with less interference and lower power consumption.
• Useful rechargeable function.
For details on Bluetooth wireless technology, see page 4.
*1The connected Bluetooth device is required to support A2DP (Advanced Audio
Distribution Profile).
2
The connected Bluetooth device is required to support HFP (Hands-free Profile) or
*
HSP (Headset Profile).
3
The connected Bluetooth device is required to support AVRCP (Audio Video Remote
*
Control Profile).
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2
3
Listening to musicTalking on the phone
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3 steps to Bluetooth function
Pairing
First, register (“pair”) a Bluetooth device (mobile phone, etc.) and this
unit with each other. Once pairing is established, there is no need for
pairing again.
Bluetooth
mobile phone,
etc.
Listening to music
V
Bluetooth connection
Operate the Bluetooth device to
make the Bluetooth connection.
Connection
A2DP
AVRCP
V
Listening to music
You can listen to music played on
the Bluetooth device.
Playback, stop, or pause is
possible from this unit.
Music
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Wireless Audio
Receiver
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Calling
V
Bluetooth connection
When the unit is turned on, the
unit starts making the Bluetooth
connection to the recognized
mobile phone automatically.
Connection
HFPHSP
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V
Talking on the phone
You can make and receive a call
by operating this unit.
Controls various functions
when listening to music.
Adjust the volume of this unit
when talking over the
telephone.
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Charging the unit
The unit contains a rechargable Lithium-Ion battery, which should be
charged before using for the first time.
1 Connect the supplied
AC power adaptor with
the battery charging
stand.
Battery charging
stand (supplied)
(Rear)
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3 Put the unit on the
battery charging stand.
Wireless Audio
Receiver
AC power
adaptor (supplied)
2 Connect the supplied
AC power adaptor to an
AC outlet.
To an AC outlet
Battery charging
stand (supplied)
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To DC IN
3 V jack
Contact pin
Battery charging
stand (supplied)
Rest the unit on the battery
charging stand so that the unit’s
contact point meets the contact
pin on the battery charging stand,
and make sure that the indicator
(red) lights up.
Charging is completed in about
2.5 hours* and the indicator (red)
goes off automatically.
* Time required for empty battery to
recharge.
Note
When you attach the strap to this unit,
do not let the strap get caught between
the unit and the battery charging stand.
Tips
• If the AC power adaptor is connected to
an AC outlet while the unit is turned on,
the unit will be turned off automatically.
• This unit cannot be turned on while
charging.
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Caution
If this unit detects a problem while
charging, the indicator (red) may
turn off, although charging is not
complete.
Check for the following causes:
– Ambient temperature exceeds the
range of 0 °C – 40 °C (32 °F –
104 °F).
– There is a problem with the
battery.
In this case, charge again within the
above-mentioned temperature range.
If the problem persists, consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
Notes
• If the battery is not used for a long time,
battery may be quickly depleted,
however, after a few recharges, battery
life will improve.
• If the life of the built-in rechargeable
battery drops to half the normal length,
the battery should be replaced. Consult
your nearest Sony dealer for
replacement of the rechargeable battery.
• Avoid exposure to temperature
extremes, direct sunlight, moisture,
sand, dust or mechanical shock. Never
leave in a car parked in the sun.
• Use only the supplied AC power
adaptor. Do not use any other AC
power adaptor.
Usage hours
Status
*
Approx.
usage hours
Communication
6 hours
time (including
music playback
time) (up to)
Standby time
100 hours
(up to)
* Time stated above may vary, depending
on ambient temperature or conditions of
use.
Checking the remaining
battery
When pressing the POWER button
while the unit is turned on, the
indicator (red) flashes. You can
check the remaining battery by the
number of times the indicator (red)
flashes.
Indicator (red)
3 times
2 times
1 time
Note
You cannot check the remaining battery
immediately after the unit is turned on, or
while pairing.
Status
Full
Mid
Low (needs to
charge)
When the battery is almost empty
The indicator (red) flashes slowly
automatically.
When the battery becomes empty, a
beep sounds and the unit will turn
off automatically.
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Pairing
What is pairing?
Bluetooth devices need to be
“paired” with each other
beforehand.
Once Bluetooth devices are paired,
there is no need for pairing again,
except in the following cases:
• Pairing information is deleted
after repair, etc.
• This unit is paired with 9 or more
devices.
This unit can be paired with up to
8 devices; if a new device is
paired after 8 devices have been
paired, the device whose latest
connection time is the oldest
among the 8 paired devices is
replaced by the new one.
• When recognition of the unit by
the device to be connected is
deleted.
• This unit is initialized (page 26).
All pairing information is deleted.
Procedures of pairing
1 Place the Bluetooth
device within 1 m (3 ft)
of this unit.
2 Press and hold the
POWER button for
7 seconds or more to
standby for pairing
while the unit is turned
off.
Notes
• After about 3 seconds, power is
turned on and the indicator (blue)
and indicator (red) flash together
twice. Keep the POWER button
pressed without releasing. The
indicator (blue) starts flashing.
When both indicators start flashing
together again, release the button.
This unit enters into pairing mode.
• If pairing is not established within
about 5 minutes, pairing mode will
be cancelled and this unit will turn
off. In this case, start over from
step 1.
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3 Perform pairing
procedure on the
Bluetooth device to
detect this unit.
The list of detected devices
appears on the display of the
Bluetooth device. This unit is
displayed as “DRC-BT15.”
If “DRC-BT15” is not
displayed, repeat from step 1.
Notes
• For details, refer to the operating
instructions supplied with the
Bluetooth device.
• When pairing with a Bluetooth
device that cannot display a list of
detected devices or that has no
display, you may pair the device by
setting both this unit and the
Bluetooth device to pairing mode.
At this time, if passcode is set
besides “0000” on the Bluetooth
device, pairing cannot be done with
this unit.
4 Select “DRC-BT15” on
the display of the
Bluetooth device.
5 If Passcode* input is
required on the display
of a Bluetooth device,
input “0000.”
Pairing is complete when the
indicator (blue) flashes slowly.
The message standing for
“Pairing complete” appears on
the display of some Bluetooth
devices.
* Passcode may be called “Passkey,”
“PIN code,” “PIN number,” or
“Password.”
6 Start the Bluetooth
connection from the
Bluetooth device.
This unit memorizes the device
as the last connected device.
Some Bluetooth devices may
connect with the unit
automatically when pairing is
complete.
Tips
• To pair with other Bluetooth devices,
repeat steps 1 to 5 for each device.
• To delete all pairing information, see
“Initializing the unit” (page 26).
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Wearing the unit
When using the clip
1 While pinching the lever
at the end of the clip
(supplied), hold the clip
across the unit as
shown, then insert the
clip into the clip hole.
Lever
2 While pinching the
lever, turn the unit
counterclockwise.
When the lever is released, the
clip is locked to prevent it from
coming off.
3 Connect the
headphones (not
supplied) to this unit.
4 Clip this unit to a
pocket, etc., of your
clothes and then wear
the headphones.
Wear the earphone marked L in
your left ear, and the one
marked R in your right ear.
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When using the strap
1 Attach the strap
(supplied) to this unit
through the strap hole.
2 Connect the
headphones (not
supplied) to the unit.
3 Place this unit around
your neck and then
wear the headphones.
Wear the earphone marked L in
your left ear, and the one
marked R in your right ear.
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Indications of Bluetooth function
B : Indicator (blue)
R : Indicator (red)
StatusFlashing patterns
Searching
Pairing
Connectable
Connecting
Connecting
HFP/HSP or A2DP
(standby for receiving audio signal)
HFP/HSP and A2DP
(standby for receiving audio signal)
Connected
Listening
Music
Listening during standby
for telephone call
Incoming call
Talking
Phone
Calling while
playing back music
– – – – – – – –
B
– – – – – – – –
R
– – – – – – – – – –
B
–
R
– – – – – – – – – –
B
– – – – – – – – – –
R
– – – – – – – – – – – – – –
B
–
R
– – – – – – – – – – – –
B
–
R
B
R
B
R
B
R
B
R
B
R
– – – – – – – – – – – –
–
– – – – – – – – – –
–
...
–
– – – – – – – – – – – –
–
– – – – – – – – – –
–
...
...
...
...
...
...
...
...
...
...
...
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OPERATING THE UNIT
Listening to music
Jog
switch
VOL
..Nx
VOL
POWER button
Check the following before
operating the unit.
– The Bluetooth device is turned
on.
– Pairing of this unit and the
Bluetooth device is complete.
– The Bluetooth device supports the
transmitting music function
(profile: A2DP*).
1 Press and hold the
POWER button for
about 3 seconds while
the unit is turned off.
The indicator (blue) and
indicator (red) flash together
twice and the unit is turned on.
Notes
• Do not press and hold the POWER
button for more than 7 seconds,
otherwise pairing mode is entered.
• After the unit is turned on, the unit
attempts to connect to the last
connected Bluetooth device
automatically with HFP or HSP.
When not calling with this unit, do
not make the last connected
Bluetooth device ready for HFP or
HSP connection. To make or
receive a call while playing back
music, see page 20.
2 Make the Bluetooth
connection (A2DP) from
a Bluetooth device to
this unit.
Refer to the operating
instructions supplied with the
Bluetooth device on how to
operate it.
3 Start playback on the
Bluetooth device.
Tip
Bluetooth connection of A2DP
(Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)
can also be operated with the jog switch
from this unit to the Bluetooth device
except when making a call on this unit.
Notes
• When you play music by connecting the
unit to a Bluetooth device using HSP
(Headset Profile), sound quality will not
be high. For better sound, change the
Bluetooth connection to A2DP by
operating the Bluetooth device.
• If this unit is turned off while an A2DP
Bluetooth connection is established,
operate the unit again from step 1 to
make the A2DP Bluetooth connection
again.
* For detail on profiles, see page 4.
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To adjust the volume
Push the jog switch up or down
while listening to music to adjust the
volume.
Tips
• Depending on the connected device, it
may be necessary to adjust the volume
on the connected device as well.
• Volume for calling and listening to
music can be adjusted independently.
Even if you change the volume while
calling, the volume for music playback
does not change.
To stop use
1 Terminate the Bluetooth
connection by operating
the Bluetooth device.
2 Press and hold the
POWER button for
about 3 seconds.
The indicator (blue) and
indicator (red) light up together,
and the unit turns off.
Tip
When you finish playing music, the
Bluetooth connection may terminate
automatically, depending on the
Bluetooth device.
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Controlling the audio
device – AVRCP
If the Bluetooth audio device
connected with this unit supports
AVRCP (Audio Video Remote
Control Profile), you can control by
using the unit buttons.
Refer to the operating instructions
supplied with the Bluetooth device
on how to operate it.
Note
Operation of the Bluetooth connecting
device by this unit will vary depending on
its specification.
5 Pause*
6 Stop
7 Skip to next/previous
8 Fast-forward/Fast-rewind*
*1You may need to press the button
*2Some
Note
You cannot adjust the volume of the
Bluetooth device by pushing the jog
switch of this unit up or down.
Short Press Long Press
1
3
Short Press Long Press
5
7
1
twice depending on the Bluetooth
device.
Bluetooth
operate.
devices may not
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1
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8
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Calling
Jog
switch
VOL
..Nx
VOL
POWER button
Multi function button
Check the following before
operating the unit.
– The Bluetooth function is active
on the mobile phone.
– Pairing of this unit and the
Bluetooth mobile phone is
complete.
1 Press and hold the
POWER button for
about 3 seconds while
the unit is turned off.
The indicator (blue) and
indicator (red) flash together
twice, the unit turns on and then
this unit tries to connect to the
last Bluetooth mobile phone that
was used.
Note
Do not press and hold the POWER
button for more than 7 seconds,
otherwise pairing mode is entered.
Tip
This unit will stop trying to connect
to the Bluetooth mobile phone after 1
minute. In such a case, press the multi
function button to try to connect
again.
When this unit does not
connect to a Bluetooth
mobile phone automatically
You can make a connection by
operating Bluetooth mobile phone
or by operating this unit to connect
the last connected Bluetooth device.
A To make a connection
by operating Bluetooth
mobile phone
1 Make the Bluetooth
connection (HFP or
HSP*) from the
Bluetooth mobile phone
to this unit.
Refer to the manual supplied
with your Bluetooth mobile
phone for operation details.
The list of recognized devices
appears on the display of the
Bluetooth mobile phone. This
unit is displayed as
“DRC-BT15.”
When you use the Bluetooth
mobile phone features both HFP
(Hands-free Profile) and HSP
(Headset Profile), set to HFP.
Note
When connecting to a Bluetooth
mobile phone which is different from
the last connected one, make the
connection following the above
procedure.
* For details on profiles, see
page 4.
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B To make a connection
with the last connected
Bluetooth device by
operating this unit
1 Press the multi function
button.
The indicator (blue) and
indicator (red) start flashing at
the same time, and the unit
performs the connection
operation for about 5 seconds.
Note
When listening to music with this unit, a
Bluetooth connection cannot be made
with the multi function button.
To call
1 Use the buttons on your
mobile phone when
making a call.
If no dial tone is heard on this
unit, press and hold the multi
function button for about 2
seconds.
Tip
You can call in the following way,
depending on the Bluetooth mobile
phone. Refer to the manual supplied with
your mobile phone on operating details.
– When not communicating, you can call
using the voice-dial function by
pressing the multi function button.
– You can call the last dialed number by
pressing the multi function button for
about 2 seconds.
To receive a call
When an incoming call arrives, a ring
tone will be heard from the unit.
1 Press the multi function
button on the unit.
The ring tone differs in the
following ways, depending on
your mobile phone.
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– ring tone set on the unit
– ring tone set on the mobile
phone
– ring tone set on the mobile
phone only for Bluetooth
connection
Note
If you received a call by pressing the
button on the Bluetooth mobile phone,
some Bluetooth mobile phones may have
handset use priority. In this case, set to
talk with the unit by pressing and holding
the multi function button for about 2
seconds, or by operating the Bluetooth
mobile phone. For details, refer to the
manual supplied with your Bluetooth
mobile phone.
To adjust the volume
Push the jog switch up or down to
adjust the volume.
Tips
• You cannot adjust the volume when not
communicating.
• Volume for calling and listening to
music can be adjusted independently.
Even if you change the volume while
playing back the music, the volume of a
call does not change.
To terminate a call
You can end a call by pressing the
multi function button on the unit.
To stop use
1
Terminate Bluetooth
connection by the
Bluetooth mobile phone.
2
Press and hold the
POWER button for about
3 seconds to turn off the
power.
The indicator (blue) and
indicator (red) light up together,
and the unit turns off.
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Controlling the
Bluetooth mobile
phone – HFP, HSP
The operation of the buttons on this
unit varies depending on your
mobile phone.
HFP (Hands-free Profile) or HSP
(Headset Profile) is used for
Bluetooth mobile phone. Refer to
the operating instructions supplied
with your Bluetooth mobile phone
on supported Bluetooth profiles or
how to operate.
HFP (Hands-free Profile)
StatusMulti function button
Standby
Voice Dial
active
Outgoing call
Incoming call
During call
HSP (Headset Profile)
StatusMulti function button
Standby
Outgoing call
Incoming call
During call
Short Press
Start Voice
1
Dial*
Cancel Voice
1
Dial*
End outgoing
call
Answer
End call
Short Press
–
End outgoing
1
call
*
Answer
End call
*
Last number
End outgoing
call or change
call device to
3
Long Press
redial
–
–
Reject
Change call
device
Long Press
1
Dial
*
headset*
–
Change call
device to
headset
*1Some functions may not be supported
depending on the Bluetooth mobile
phone. Refer to the operating
instructions supplied with your mobile
phone.
*2This may vary, depending on the
Bluetooth mobile phone.
3
Some functions may not be supported
*
when calling using the Bluetooth
mobile phone.
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Calling while playing back music
The Bluetooth connection using HFP or HSP as well as A2DP is necessary
to make a call while playing back music.
For example, to make a call using a Bluetooth mobile phone while listening
to music on a Bluetooth compatible music player, this unit needs to be
connected to the mobile phone using HFP or HSP.
Make a Bluetooth connection between this unit and the
device in use following the procedures outlined below.
1 Make a Bluetooth connection between this unit and
the mobile phone in use with HFP or HSP following
the procedures outlined in “Calling” (see page 17).
2 Operate the Bluetooth device (music player or mobile
phone) used for playing the music to make a
Bluetooth connection to this unit using A2DP.
To make a call while
playing back music
1 Press the multi function
button while playing
back music (page 19), or
operate your Bluetooth
mobile phone to make a
telephone call.
If no dial tone is heard on this
unit, press and hold the multi
function button for about 2
seconds.
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To receive a call while
playing back music
When an incoming call arrives, the
music pauses and the ring tone is
heard from this unit.
1 Press the multi function
button and talk.
After finishing the call, press the
multi function button. This unit
is switched back to music
playback.
When no ring tone is heard
even if an incoming call
arrives
1 Stop music playback.
2 When ringing, press the
multi function button
and talk.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Disposing of the unit
A Lithium-lon rechargeable battery is built into this unit.
For environmental conservation, be sure to remove the built-in rechargeable
battery from the unit before disposing, and dispose of the battery
appropriately.
1 Remove the screws
(2 pieces) on the back
of this unit.
3 Pull out the connector.
Dispose of the rechargeable
battery without removing it from
the cover.
2 Lift the side with the
strap hole to remove
the cover.
Rechargable
battery
Note
Do not remove the rechargeable battery
from the cover, the rechargeable battery
could be destroyed.
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Precautions
On Bluetooth communication
• Bluetooth wireless technology operates
within a range of about
10 meters (about 30 feet).
Maximum communication range may
vary depending on obstacles (human
body, metal, wall, etc.) or
electromagnetic environment.
• The antenna is built into the unit as
illustrated in the dotted line. The
sensitivity of the Bluetooth
communication will improve by turning
the direction of the built-in antenna to
the connected Bluetooth device.
The communication distance shortens
when the obstacles are between the
antenna of the connected device and
this unit.
• The following conditions may affect the
sensitivity of Bluetooth communication.
– There is an obstacle such as a human
body, metal, or wall between this unit
and Bluetooth device.
–A device using 2.4 GHz frequency,
such as a wireless LAN device,
cordless telephone, or microwave
oven, is in use near this unit.
• Because Bluetooth devices and wireless
LAN (IEEE802.11b/g) use the same
frequency, microwave interference may
occur and resulting in communication
speed deterioration, noise, or invalid
connection if this unit is used near a
wireless LAN device. In such as case,
perform the following.
– Use this unit at least 10 m (about
30 ft) away from the wireless LAN
device.
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Location of
built-in antenna
– If this unit is used within 10 m (about
30 ft) of a wireless LAN device, turn
off the wireless LAN device.
– Install this unit and Bluetooth device
as near to each other as possible.
• Microwaves emitting from a Bluetooth
device may affect the operation of
electronic medical devices. Turn off
this unit and other Bluetooth devices in
the following locations, as it may cause
an accident.
– where inflammable gas is present, in
a hospital, train, airplane, or a petrol
station
– near automatic doors or a fire alarm
• This unit supports security capabilities
that comply with the Bluetooth standard
to provide a secure connection when the
Bluetooth wireless technology is used,
but security may not be enough
depending on the setting. Be careful
when communicating using Bluetooth
wireless technology.
• We do not take any responsibility for
the leakage of information during
Bluetooth communication.
• Connection with all Bluetooth devices
cannot be guaranteed.
–A device featuring Bluetooth function
is required to conform to the
Bluetooth standard specified by
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and be
authenticated.
– Even if the connected device
conforms to the above mentioned
Bluetooth standard, some devices
may not be connected or work
correctly, depending on the features
or specifications of the device.
– While talking on the phone hands
free, noise may occur, depending on
the device or communication
environment.
• Depending on the device to be
connected, it may require some time to
start communication.
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On the supplied AC power
adaptor
• Use the AC power adaptor supplied
with this unit. Do not use any other AC
power adaptor since it may cause the
unit to malfunction.
Polarity of the plug
• If you are not going to use this unit for
a long time, unplug the AC power
adaptor from the AC outlet. To remove
the AC power adaptor from the wall
outlet, grasp the adaptor plug itself;
never pull the cord.
Others
• Do not place this unit in a place
exposed to humidity, dust, soot or
steam, subject to direct sunlight, or in a
car waiting at a traffic signal. It may
cause a malfunction.
• Do not use the strap in a place where
the strap could be snagged, such as near
a shredder or machine equipment.
• Using the Bluetooth device may not
function on mobile phones, depending
on radio wave conditions and location
where the equipment is being used.
• If you experience discomfort after using
the Bluetooth device, stop using the
Bluetooth device immediately. Should
any problem persist, consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
• Listening with this unit at high volume
may affect your hearing. For traffic
safety, do not use this unit while driving
or cycling.
• Do not put weight or pressure on this
unit as it may cause the unit to deform
during long storage.
• If you have any questions or problems
concerning this unit that are not covered
in this manual, please consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
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Troubleshooting
If you run into any problems using this unit, use the following checklist and
read the product support information on our website.
Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Common
The unit is not turned on.
, Charge the battery of the unit.
, The unit is not turned on while
charging. Remove the unit from the
battery charging stand and then turn
on the unit.
Pairing cannot be done.
, Bring this unit and the Bluetooth
device closer together.
Cannot make the Bluetooth
connection.
, Check that this unit is turned on.
, Check that the Bluetooth connecting
device is turned on and the Bluetooth
function is on.
, Connection with the Bluetooth device
may not be memorized on this unit.
Make the Bluetooth connection from
the Bluetooth device to this unit soon
after pairing is complete.
, This unit or Bluetooth connecting
device is in sleep mode.
, The Bluetooth connection is
terminated. Make the Bluetooth
connection again (when listening to
music: see page 15, when calling: see
page 17).
Distorted sound
, Ensure that this unit is not receiving
interference from a wireless LAN,
other 2.4 GHz wireless device, or
microwave oven.
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The correspondence
distance is short. (Sound
skips.)
, If a device that generates
electromagnetic radiation, such as a
wireless LAN, other Bluetooth
device(s), or a microwave oven is
nearby, move away from such
sources.
, Point the antenna of this unit
(page 22) towards the Bluetooth
device. Make sure no obstacles
blocks the communication.
The unit does not operate
properly.
, Reset the unit. Pairing information is
not deleted by this operation.
Insert a small pin, etc., into the hole,
and push until you feel a click.
When listening to
music
No sound
, Check that both this unit and the
Bluetooth device are turned on.
,
A2DP Bluetooth connection is not
made between this unit and the
Bluetooth device. Make an A2DP
Bluetooth connection (page 15).
, Check that music is being played
back by the Bluetooth device.
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, Check that the volume of the unit is
not set too low.
, Turn up the volume on the connected
device if necessary.
, Pair this unit and Bluetooth device
again (page 10).
Low sound level
, Turn up the volume of this unit.
, Turn up the volume on the connected
device if necessary.
Low sound quality
, Switch the Bluetooth connection to
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution
Profile) when HSP (Headset Profile)
is set.
Cannot make the Bluetooth
connection from Bluetooth
device to this unit.
, The Bluetooth device is not equipped
with SCMS-T content protection*.
With the unit turned off, press and
hold POWER and Nx for about 7
seconds to deactivate the SCMS-T
protection. The indicator (blue)
flashes once.
* The SCMS-T content protection
method is one of the methods to
protect the contents transmitted on
the Bluetooth wireless technology.
This unit can receive the contents
protected by this method. Press and
hold the POWER button and Nx
again for about 7 seconds to
reactivate the SCMS-T content
protection method on this unit. The
indicator (blue) flashes twice.
Sound skips frequently
during playback.
, Reception condition of this unit may
have become unstable due to
improper matching of the bit-rate
setting for the music transmitted from
the Bluetooth device and the
environment in which this unit is
1
used. *
Terminate A2DP Bluetooth
connection by operating the
Bluetooth device. While this unit is
turned on, press and hold Nx for
about 7 seconds to lower the setting
of receivable bit rate. *
*1Bit rate is a numerical value which
represents data transmission
volume per second. The higher the
bit rate, in general, the better
quality the sound will be. This unit
can receive high bit rate music but
sound skipping may occur
depending on the usage
environment.
2
When bit rate setting is completed,
*
the indicator (blue) flashes once.
The above operations may not
reduce the sound skip depending on
the usage environment. To reset to
the original setting, press and hold
Nx again for about 7 seconds.
The indicator (blue) flashes twice.
2
When calling
The recipient’s voice
cannot be heard.
, Check that both this unit and the
Bluetooth mobile phone are turned
on.
, Check the connection between this
unit and the Bluetooth mobile phone.
Make a Bluetooth connection (HFP
or HSP) again (page 17).
, Check that output of the Bluetooth
mobile phone is set for this unit.
, Check that the volume of the unit is
not set too low.
, Turn up the volume on the connected
Bluetooth mobile phone if necessary.
, If you are listening to music using
this unit, stop playback, press the
multi function button and talk.
Low sound from recipient
, Turn up the volume of this unit.
, Turn up the volume on the connected
Bluetooth mobile phone if necessary.
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Initializing the
unit
You can reset this unit to its default
(such as volume setting) and delete
all pairing information.
1 If this unit is turned on,
press and hold the
POWER button for
about 3 seconds to turn
off this unit.
2 Press and hold the
POWER button and
multi function button
together for about
7 seconds.
The indicator (blue) and
indicator (red) flash together
four times, and this unit is reset
to the default setting. All pairing
information is deleted.
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Specifications
General
Communication System
Bluetooth Specification version 2.0 +
EDR (Enhanced Data Rate)
Output
Bluetooth Specification Power Class 2
Maximum communication range
Line of sight approx. 10 m (30 ft) *
Frequency band
2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz – 2.4835 GHz)
Modulation method
FHSS
Compatible Bluetooth Profiles*
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution
Profile)
AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control
Profile)
HSP (Headset Profile)
HFP (Hands-free Profile)
Supported Codecs
SBC
*4, MP3
Supported content protection
method
SCMS-T
Transmission range (A2DP)
20 - 20,000 Hz (Sampling frequency
44.1 kHz)
Supplied accessory
AC power adaptor (1)
Battery charging stand (1)
Holding clip (1)
Strap (1)
Operating instructions (this book) (1)
1
*
The actual range will vary depending
on factors such as obstacles between
devices, magnetic fields around a
microwave oven, static electricity,
reception sensitivity, aerial’s
performance, operating system,
software application, etc.
3
*
1
2
*2Bluetooth standard profiles indicate
the purpose of Bluetooth
communication between devices.
3
Codec: Audio signal compression and
*
conversion format
4
Subband Codec
*
Wireless Audio
Receiver
Power source
DC 3.7 V: Built-in lithium-ion
rechargeable battery
Dimension (w/h/d) (excluding
projection parts and controls)
Approx. 16.8 × 68.5 × 15.5 mm
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(
/16 × 2 3/4 × 5/8 in.)
Mass (excluding accessories)
Approx. 15 g (0.5 oz)
Headphones output
Output jack
Stereo mini jack
Maximum output
20 mW + 20 mW (16 Ω)
Microphone
Type
Electret condenser
Direction characteristic
Omni directional
Effective frequency range
100 – 4,000 Hz
Operating temperature
0 °C to 45 °C (32 °F to 113 °F)
Design and specifications are subject to