Sony NAC-SV10I User Manual

Network Audio

Getting started

Component/Server

Operating Instructions

Network connections

Enjoying audio content

Enjoying Sony Multiple­Room Products

Additional information

Troubleshooting

Precautions/Specifications

NAC-SV10i

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, do not
expose this apparatus to
rain or moisture.

To reduce the risk of fire, do not
cover the ventilation opening of the
apparatus with newspapers,
tablecloths, curtains, etc.
Do not place the naked flame sources
such as lighted candles on the
apparatus.

To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this apparatus
to dripping or splashing, and do not
place objects filled with liquids, such
as vases, on the apparatus.

As the main plug is used to
disconnect the unit from the mains,
connect the unit to an easily
accessible AC outlet. Should you
notice an abnormality in the unit,
disconnect the main plug from the
AC outlet immediately.

Do not install the appliance in a
confined space, such as a bookcase
or built-in cabinet.

Do not expose batteries or apparatus
with battery-installed to excessive
heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

The unit is not disconnected from the
mains as long as it is connected to
the AC outlet, even if the unit itself
has been turned off.

For customers in the
United States

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are
located at the rear exterior of the
unit. Record these numbers in the
space provided below. Refer to them
whenever you call upon your Sony
dealer regarding this product.
Model No.
Serial No.

Important Safety
Instructions

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

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5) Do not use this apparatus near
water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation
openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer’s
instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat
sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose
of the polarized or grounding­type plug. A polarized plug has
two blades with one wider than
the other. A grounding type plug
has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade
or the third prong are provided
for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete
outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from
being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the
apparatus.

11) Only use attachments/
accessories specified by the
manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table specified
by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is
used, use caution when moving
the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during
lightning storms or when unused
for long periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such
as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled
or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been
dropped.

The following FCC
statement applies only to
the version of this model
manufactured for sale in
the U.S.A. Other versions
may not comply with FCC
technical regulations.

NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and
found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio
communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving

antenna.

– Increase the separation between

the equipment and receiver.

– Connect the equipment into an

outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is
connected.

– Consult the dealer or an

experienced radio/TV technician
for help.

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes
or modifications not expressly
approved in this manual could void
your authority to operate this
equipment.

Properly shielded and grounded
cables and connectors must be used
for connection to host computers
and / or peripherals in order to meet
FCC emission limits.

This device complies with Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference

received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.

This equipment must not be co­located or operated in conjunction
with any other antenna or
transmitter.

This equipment complies with FCC
radiation exposure limits set forth for
an uncontrolled environment and
meets the FCC radio frequency (RF)
Exposure Guidelines in Supplement
C to OET65. This equipment should
be installed and operated keeping the
radiator at least 20cm or more away
from person’s body (excluding
extremities: hands, wrists, feet and
ankles).

For customers in
Canada

Properly shielded and grounded
cables and connectors must be used
for connection to host computers
and / or peripherals.

Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference, including
interference that may cause
undesired operation of this device.

This equipment complies with IC
radiation exposure limits set forth for
an uncontrolled environment and
meets RSS-102 of the IC radio
frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This
equipment should be installed and
operated keeping the radiator at least
20cm or more away from person’s
body (excluding extremities: hands,
wrists, feet and ankles).

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Before operating this product

About copyright protection

Music data cannot be used without the permission
of the copyright holder except when used solely
for personal enjoyment.

About the illustrations used in this
manual

Illustrations and screens used in this manual may
vary from the actual screens.

How to use this manual

This manual explains how to operate the unit
mainly using the buttons on the remote control.
Buttons on the main unit with the same or similar
name as that on the remote control can be used to
perform the same operations.

About services that can be used
in conjunction with an Internet
connection

Please note that Internet-based services are subject
to change or termination without notice.

Malfunctions that occur during the normal use
of the unit will be repaired by Sony in
accordance with the conditions defined in the
limited warranty for this unit. However, Sony
will not be liable for any consequences arising
from a failure to play caused by a damaged or
malfunctioning unit.

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Table of Contents

Before operating this product...................................................................4

Features of this unit .................................................................................8

Enjoying various music ......................................................................8

Using the unit with DLNA-compliant devices .........................................8

Getting started

Checking the supplied accessories..........................................................9

Guide to parts and controls....................................................................10

Remote control...............................................................................10

Main unit .......................................................................................12

Display window ..............................................................................13

Preparing the unit and the remote control ..............................................14

Connecting an amplifier and the AC power adaptor.............................. 14

Inserting batteries into the remote control ...........................................15

Using an iPod/iPhone......................................................................15

Basic operations....................................................................................16

Turning on this unit .........................................................................16

Setting the network standby mode ....................................................17

Selecting items with the unit .............................................................17

Entering text ..................................................................................18

Setting up the Sony amplifier ............................................................19

Performing initial setup operations.........................................................20

Setting the clock ....................................................................................22

Setting the clock through an Internet connection..................................22

Network connections

Connecting the unit to your home network (network settings) ................24

Checking the wireless LAN environment of your home network ............. 25

Searching for an access point and setting up a wireless network

(access point scan method)

Setting up a wireless network using an access point compliant

with WPS

Setting up a wired network ...............................................................29

Setting up the IP address/proxy server...............................................30

Confirming the network settings ........................................................31

..................................................................................27

.........................................................25

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Enjoying audio content

Listening to an iPod or iPhone................................................................32

Selecting the operation mode ...........................................................33

Listening to audio content stored on a server .........................................35

Setting up the server .......................................................................35

Playing audio content stored on a server ............................................38

Listening to music services ....................................................................41

Presetting stations ..........................................................................42

Enjoying a variety of music services...................................................42

Listening to audio content from an external component (Audio In) .........44

Changing the play mode ........................................................................45

Searching for an item using a keyword...................................................46

Enjoying Sony Multiple-Room Products

Using the PARTY STREAMING function ...............................................47

Starting a PARTY ...........................................................................47

Joining a PARTY ............................................................................48

Connecting the unit with other DLNA-compliant devices........................49

Playing audio content on the unit using a controller ..............................50

Streaming audio content to a renderer (network controlled player)

using a controller

Playing audio content streamed from a server (such as a computer)

using a controller

........................................................................50

........................................................................51

Additional information

Setting up the functions related to network operations ...........................52

Setting up access permission ...........................................................52

Using lists of permitted and non-permitted devices...............................52

Using the SMART SELECT function ..................................................53

Setting the PARTY STREAMING function ..........................................54

Naming the unit ..............................................................................54

Turning the operating sound on or off.....................................................55

Using the timer.......................................................................................56

Using the Sleep Timer .....................................................................56

Using the Play Timer .......................................................................57

Viewing the information of the unit..........................................................58

Managing the system.............................................................................59

Updating the system application........................................................59

Formatting the system .....................................................................60

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Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting ....................................................................................61

Messages .....................................................................................65

Precautions/Specifications

Precautions ...........................................................................................68

Specifications........................................................................................69

Compatible iPod/iPhone models............................................................70

The menu tree for the settings menu......................................................72

Glossary ................................................................................................73

Index .....................................................................................................75

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Features of this unit

Enjoying various music

You can enjoy listening to music from sound sources with large amounts of music content.
You can listen to your iPod or iPhone (page 32), play audio content stored on a server (such as your
computer) (page 35), and play audio content streamed by music services via the Internet (page 41).

Music Services

The unit

Home Network (server)

Audio In

iPod/iPhone

Using the unit with DLNA-compliant devices

This unit complies with the DLNA standard. You can listen to music in various ways using the unit
together with other DLNA-compliant devices. Connecting it to other DLNA devices allows you to enjoy
audio content stored on a server, or stream audio content to other devices, even though they are all placed
in different rooms (page 49).
Furthermore, the PARTY STREAMING function of the unit allows you to play back audio content with
other devices that have a PARTY STREAMING function at the same time (page 47). You can use an iPod/
iPhone placed on the unit, a server (a computer, etc.), music services, or an external device connected to
the AUDIO IN jack of the unit as a sound source for the PARTY STREAMING function.

The unit

Audio streaming/
PARTY STREAMING

About DLNA

DLNA is an abbreviation for Digital Living Network Alliance. It is the name of an organization that establishes guidelines
(DLNA guidelines), and it is also the name of the method that allows devices in a house to share digital content (such as
music data, image data, etc.) over a home network.

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Getting started

Checking the supplied accessories

❏ Remote control (1)

❏ R6 (size AA) batteries (2)

❏ AC power adaptor (1)

❏ Dock Adapters for iPhone models

(1 set)

The adapter number is shown on the bottom of
Dock Adapter.
For iPod models, use the Dock Adapter
supplied with your iPod, or purchase a
compatible dock adapter from Apple Inc.

qs: For iPhone

ql: For iPhone 4

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❏ Operating Instructions (this manual) (1)

This manual provides full explanations of the
various settings, operations and the network
connection procedure.
This manual also contains precautions for the
safe use of the unit.

❏ Quick Setup Guide (1)

This manual explains how to set up the network
connections and use the functions that can be
used in conjunction with the network
connections.

If you find any accessories missing or damaged,
please contact your nearest Sony dealer.

qg: For iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS

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Guide to parts and controls

Remote control

A SLEEP and TIMER buttons

• SLEEP button (page 56)
Use to set or confirm the sleep timer setting.

• TIMER button (page 57)
Use to set the timer.

B Numeric*

Use to select a track during playback or to enter
text (pages 18, 26, 42, 54).

C MEMORY button

Use to preset stations of the music services
(page 42).

D ALPHABET SEARCH button

Use to search for an item using a keyword
(page 46).

E FUNCTION button

Use to select a function (pages 17, 32).
The unit has operating functions based on the
sound source that the unit can play (iPod &
iPhone function, Home Network function,
etc.). Each press of this button changes the
function in turn.

F M/m/</,/ENTER buttons

Use to select an item (artist, album, track, menu
item, etc.) and enter the selection (page 17, 18).

• M and m buttons (page 17)
Use to select an item that is listed on the
display. Use to move the focus up or down.

• < and , buttons (pages 18, 46)
Use to move the focus while entering text.
Use to select the previous match or the next
match while searching for an item using a
keyword.

• ENTER button (page 17)
Use to enter a selected item or setting.
Press this button when an error message or a
completion message is displayed, and the
message will disappear.

G BACK button

Use to go back to the previous display (pages
17, 26, 33).

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/text buttons

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H ./>, m/M buttons

• . and > buttons (page 33)

Use to find the beginning of the current, the
previous, or the next track.
Press and hold the button to find a point in a
track when the iPod & iPhone function is
selected.

• m/M buttons (page 33)

Use to find a point in a track.

I iPod MENU button

Use to display iPod/iPhone content lists, or use
to go back to the previous iPod/iPhone content
list (page 33).

J DISPLAY button

Use to display various information such as the
time information of a track, an artist name, an
album name, clock, etc. (page 33)

K ?/1 (power) button

Use to turn the power on or off (page 16).

L AMP ?/1 button*

2

Use to turn the power of a connected amplifier
on or off (page 16).

M AMP VOL +/– buttons*

1*2

Use to adjust the output of a connected
amplifier when it is turned on (pages 16, 44).

N AMP MUTING button*

2

Use to turn the sound of a connected amplifier
off.

O DIMMER button

Use to change the brightness of the display.
Each press of this button changes the
brightness of the display to bright or dark.

P SETTINGS button

Use to display the settings menu (pages 17, 25,

52). Use to enter clock, network, and other
system settings.

Q OPTIONS button

Use to display the options menu (pages 17, 26,
34, 53).
Menu items will vary according to the selected
function.

R PARTY button

Use to operate the PARTY STREAMING
function (page 47).
Press and hold the button for a few seconds to
start or close a PARTY.

S Operation buttons

• X (pause) button

• x (stop) button

• N (play) button*

1

T PLAY MODE button

Use to select a play mode (page 45).

*1An asterisk (*) indicates buttons that have a tactile dot

(number “5” button, AMP VOL + button and N
(play) button).

2

These buttons operate only Sony amplifiers (page 19).

*

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Main unit

A ?/1 (power) button and the on/standby

indicator

• ?/1 (power) button (page 16)

Use to turn the power on or off.

• On/standby indicator (page 16)
The color indicates the power status of the
unit.
– Green: The unit is turned on.
– Red: The “Network Standby” mode of the

unit is set to “Off.”

– Amber: The “Network Standby” mode of

the unit is set to “On.”

B Remote sensor
C Display window

For details on the contents of the display, see
“Display window” (page 13).

D Touch panel operation buttons

• NX (play or pause) button

• ./> buttons (page 33)
Use to find the beginning of the current, the
previous, or the next track.
Press and hold the button to find a point in a
track.

• V/v buttons (page 17)
Use to select an item that is listed on the
display. Use to move the focus up or down.

• OPTIONS button (pages 17, 26, 34, 53)
Use to display the options menu.
Menu items will vary according to the
selected function.

•PARTY button
Use to operate the PARTY STREAMING
function (page 47).

Press and hold the button for a few seconds
to start or close a PARTY.

• FUNCTION button (pages 17, 32)
Use to select a function.

• BACK button (pages 17, 26, 33)
Use to go back to the previous display.

• ENTER button (page 17)
Use to enter a selected item or setting.

E iPod/iPhone dock

Place an iPod or iPhone into the iPod/iPhone
dock to listen to audio content stored on the
iPod/iPhone (page 15).

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Display window

A Function indicators

Light up when a function is selected (pages 17,

32).

B Text information

Displays various information such as track
names, album names, artist names, clock,
progress bar, etc.
The following symbols appear on the display.
The meaning of each symbol is as follows.

Symbol Description

/ The message is continued to/

from the next/previous page.
Press M/m to see the entire text.

> There are selectable items after

this item (for example, the
menu has a deeper level).

C indicator

Lights up when the playback range is set to
“Current Folder” (factory setting) or “Parent
Folder” while the unit is using the Home
Network function (page 39).

D PARTY indicator

Lights up when the PARTY STREAMING
function is active (page 47).

E Wireless LAN signal strength indicator

This antenna icon indicates the strength of the
wireless LAN signal. More segments indicate a
stronger signal.

ttt

F NX (play/pause) indicator
G PRESET indicator

Lights up when a preset station of music
services is selected.

H Timer indicators

Light up when the Sleep Timer or Play Timer
is set (page 56).

I Play mode indicators

Light up when the play mode is set (page 45).

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Preparing the unit and the remote control

Connecting an amplifier and the AC power adaptor

You can listen to the playback sound of the unit from an external component, such as an amplifier, stereo
system, etc., connected to the AUDIO OUT jacks on the unit.
Use an audio connecting cord with two phono plugs (optional) to connect the AUDIO OUT jacks on the
unit and the audio input jacks of the external component.

Note

If you place the unit in an unstable location, it may move when you connect or disconnect cables. Hold the unit firmly
when you connect or disconnect cables.

External
component

To the DC IN

6 V jack

To the AUDIO OUT L/R jacks

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AC power

To a wall
outlet

adaptor

WARNING

DO NOT plug the AC power adaptor into a wall
outlet until all other connections have been made.

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Audio connecting cord

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To the audio input
jacks of an
amplifier

Connect the unit to an amplifier.

1

Use an audio connecting cord to connect the
unit to an amplifier. Make sure to match the
color-coded pins to the appropriate jacks: the
white plug to the white (L) jack and the red
plug to the red (R) jack.
Make sure to turn off the power of the
amplifier before making a connection and
connect all plugs securely to prevent noise.

To the AUDIO OUT
L/R jacks

Audio connecting cord

To the audio input
jacks of an amplifier

Connect one end of the AC power

2

adaptor to the DC IN 6 V jack of
the unit and the other end to a wall
outlet.

Inserting batteries into the remote control

Remove the battery compartment lid, and then
insert the supplied R6 (size AA) batteries (E end
first) matching the polarities as shown below.
When the remote control is no longer able to
operate the unit, replace both batteries with new
ones.

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Using an iPod/iPhone

Insert a Dock Adapter into the iPod/iPhone dock.
When using an iPod model, use the dock adapter
supplied with your iPod.
When using an iPhone model, use one of the Dock
Adapters for iPhone models supplied with this
unit.

To the DC IN
6 V jack

To a wall
outlet

WARNING

DO NOT plug the AC power adaptor into a wall
outlet until all other connections have been made.

A Dock Adapter
for an iPhone
model

iPod/iPhone dock

To remove the Dock Adapter for an iPhone model,
pull it up with your fingernail or a flat object using
the slot inside the adapter.

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Basic operations

This section explains the basic operations of the
unit.

AMP ?/1

FUNCTION

M/m/ENTER

BACK

?/1

AMP VOL
+/–

SETTINGS

OPTIONS

Turning on this unit

Connect the AC power adaptor to

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a wall outlet.

When you connect the AC power adaptor to a
wall outlet, the unit turns on once and the on/
standby indicator lights up in green. After a
while, the unit turns off automatically and the
on/standby indicator changes to red.

Press ?/1 (power).

2

The unit turns on and the on/standby
indicator lights up in green.
When the unit is turned on for the first time
after purchase, you are required to make the
initial settings. If this is the case, see
“Performing initial setup operations”
(page 20).

To turn off the unit

Press ?/1 on either the remote control or the main
unit. When the unit is turned off and enters the
standby mode, the color of the on/standby
indicator changes.
The unit has two standby modes, network standby

- off and network standby - on. For details, see
“Setting the network standby mode” (page 17).

• Network standby - off mode (factory

setting)

This standby mode consumes less power than
network standby - on mode, though the unit
takes more time to resume operations when
powered on again. The on/standby indicator
lights up in red in this mode.

• Network standby - on mode

In this standby mode, the unit is always
connected to the network and remains partially
active to quickly resume operations when
controlled over the network, or powered on
again. In this mode, the on/standby indicator
lights up in amber and the clock appears on the
display. To set the network standby mode, see
“Setting the network standby mode” (page 17).

To turn the Sony amplifier on or
off

You can use the remote control to control the Sony
amplifier (power on/off and volume).
For details on the remote control settings required
to operate the Sony amplifier, see “Setting up the
Sony amplifier” (page 19).

1

Press AMP ?/1 on the remote
control to turn on the amplifier.

2

Press AMP VOL – on the remote
control to turn the volume down to its
lowest level.

When you start playing the sound source on
the unit, press AMP VOL + to adjust the
volume from the amplifier.

3

Set the source selector on the
amplifier to the setting for this unit.

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Setting the network standby mode

While the “Network Standby” mode is set to “On,”
the unit can always be connected and controlled
over the network.

Selecting items with the unit

You can use the M/m/ENTER buttons to select an
item (menu item, artist, track, etc.) and enter the
selection.

Press SETTINGS to enter the

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settings menu.

Press M/m to select “Network

2

Standby” and press ENTER.

Press M/m to select “Off” or “On”

3

and press ENTER.

Display Description

Off The unit consumes less power

On The unit is connected to the

( : Factory setting)

than the network standby - on
mode, though the unit takes
more time to resume operations
when powered on again. The
on/standby indicator lights up in
red.

network even though the power
of the unit is turned off, and
resumes operations when
controlled over the network.
The on/standby indicator lights
up in amber.

When a list of items (artists, tracks,

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menu items, etc.) is displayed,
press M/m to select the desired
item.

The currently selected item is focused.
Press and hold M/m to scroll the display.
Press BACK to go back to the previous
display.

Press ENTER.

2

The selected item is set or the selected
process is carried out.

To select a function

The unit has operating functions based on the
sound source that the unit can play (iPod & iPhone
function, Home Network function, etc.).
Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select the desired
function.

About menus for this unit

This unit has two menus, the settings menu and the
options menu, and they allow you to make various
settings.

• Settings menu (page 72)

Press SETTINGS to display the settings menu.
You can make various settings such as network
settings, network standby settings, music
services settings, etc.

• Options menu

Press OPTIONS to display the options menu.
Menu items will vary according to the selected
function.

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Entering text

Entering text may be required during some setup
operations such as network settings. You can enter
text using the remote control.

Example of a character input
display

The display shown below is an example of the
character input display that appears when you are
searching for an item using a keyword.

A symbol that indicates the
end of the text string

Cursor

currently being entered

A Numeric/text buttons

Press the button with the desired letter (ABC,
DEF, etc.). Press repeatedly until the desired
letter appears.

B CLEAR button

Press this button to erase a letter that was just
entered.

C CHARACTER button

This button selects the type of characters and
numbers. Each time you press the button, the
type of characters and numbers changes
between alphanumeric characters and numbers
(“abc” or “ABC”) and numbers only (“123”).
If you want to enter punctuation marks (e.g., !,
?, etc.) and other symbols (e.g., #, %, etc.),
select “abc” or “ABC.”

D M/m/</,/ENTER buttons

• M/m/</, buttons

Use these buttons to move the cursor.

• ENTER button
Use this button to enter a text string.

E button

Press this button so that the order of the
characters which are assigned to a button
appear in reverse. For example, pressing the
no. 2 button repeatedly normally displays “A,”
“B,” “C,” and “2,” however, pressing this
button changes the order to “2,” “C,” “B,” and
“A.”

F a/A button

Press this button to switch between lowercase
(“abc”) and uppercase (“ABC”) letters.

Current location of the cursor/
number of characters you have entered

Type of
characters and
numbers

How to enter text

1

Press CHARACTER (switch
between letters and numbers) and
a/A (switch between lowercase and
uppercase letters) to select the
desired type of characters and
numbers.

2

Press the corresponding numeric/
text button to enter the desired
character, then press , to move
the cursor to the next input position.

Repeat this step to enter the text string.

3

Press ENTER to confirm and save
the text string.

Other operations

To Do the following

Restore the previous
condition

Move the cursor Press < /, to move the

Press BACK.

cursor left or right.
Press M/m so that the cursor
moves to the beginning or
to the end of the text string.

To select the type of characters
and numbers

Press CHARACTER to select alphanumeric
characters and numbers (“abc” or “ABC”) or
numbers only (“123”).

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To select the uppercase or
lowercase letters

Press a/A to switch between lowercase (“abc”) and
uppercase (“ABC”) letters.

To enter punctuation marks (e.g.,
!, ?, etc.) or symbols (e.g., #, %,
etc.)

Press 1 or 0 of the numeric/text button repeatedly
while the type of characters is set to “abc” or
“ABC.”

To enter a space

Press 0 of the numeric/text button repeatedly while
the type of characters is set to “abc” or “ABC.”

Setting up the Sony amplifier

You can use the remote control to control the Sony
amplifier (power on/off and volume).

AMP ?/1

Numeric

buttons (1-4)

AMP VOL +/–

Getting started

To delete a character

Press CLEAR.

Characters that are assigned to
each numeric/text button

The table below shows the characters and numbers
that you can enter for each type (“abc,” “ABC,” or
“123”). You can check the characters, numbers
and symbols that are assigned to each numeric text
button.

Numeric/
text
button

1 . , ! @ ´ ` : ; ( )

2a b c 2A B C 22

3d e f 3D E F 33

4g h i 4G H I 44

5j k l 5J K L 55

6 m n o 6 M N O 6 6

7p q r s 7P Q R S 77

8 t u v 8 T U V 8 8

9 w x y z 9 W X Y Z 9 9

0 / \ | - ~ = _ + #

abc ABC 123

[ ] { } < > 1

$ % & ^ “ * ?

(space) 0

. , ! @ ´ ` : ; ( )
[ ] { } < > 1

/ \ | - ~ = _ + #
$ % & ^ “ * ?

(space) 0

1

0

Press the corresponding numeric
button (1 to 4) while pressing AMP ?/1
to select the Sony amplifier.

Press Type of amplifier

AMP ?/1 and 1 Sony stereo amplifier or

AMP ?/1 and 2 Sony Mini/Micro system
AMP ?/1 and 3 Sony AV receiver, multi

AMP ?/1 and 4 Sony home theater system

( : Factory setting)

Note

It is possible to change the remote control code to make
the remote control compatible with a multi channel
amplifier or home theater system. If you do not know
what your Sony amplifier type is, try selecting each of the
four codes above to find out which one corresponds with
your amplifier. This remote control may not be
compatible with some Sony products.

receiver

channel amplifier, or home
theater system

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Performing initial setup operations

When the unit is turned on for the first time after
you purchase it, initial setup operations are
required. The initial setup includes the initial
setting procedure for the unit (this will be
performed automatically), network settings, the
clock settings, and obtaining a service list (for the
Music Services function).
When you are indicated to set the network or the
clock, refer to the respective pages.
Entering characters will be required during the
setup operations. For details on entering
characters, see “Entering text” (page 18).

WARNING

Do not disconnect the AC power adaptor while the
unit is making the initial setup operations. Doing
so may cause the unit to malfunction.

M/m/</,/

ENTER

Press ?/1 (power) to turn on the

1

unit.

When “Set the items required to

2

use this unit. Press ENTER to
continue.” appears, press ENTER.

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?/1

When the “Start setup?” display

3

appears, select “OK.”

The unit starts making the initial settings.

When the “Network Settings”

4

display appears, select “Yes.”

The “Connection” display appears.
Before you start setting up a network, check
the chart on page 24 to decide which
connection method you will use to connect
the unit to your home network. Then, refer to
the respective page (as follows) to perform
the setup operation for the connection method
chosen.

When you use a wireless
connection

• Access point scan method:

Go to step 3 of “Searching for an access
point and setting up a wireless network
(access point scan method)” (page 26).

• Manual connection method:

Go to step 3 of “If you cannot find the
desired network name (SSID) (manual
setup method)” (page 27).

• WPS push button configuration method:

Go to step 3 of “Setting up a wireless
network using the WPS push button
configuration method” (page 27).

• WPS PIN code method:

Go to step 3 of “Setting up a wireless
network using the WPS PIN code method”
(page 28).

When you use a wired connection

Go to step 4 of “Setting up a wired network”
(page 29).
Make sure that the network (LAN) cable has
been connected to the NETWORK port on
the rear of the unit. See step 1 of “Setting up a
wired network” (page 29), as well.
When the network settings have been
completed, the unit changes to the clock
settings display.

When the “Date&Time” display

5

appears, select “Auto” or “Manual.”

For details on the clock settings, refer to the
respective page (as follows) to set the clock.

• When you select “Auto”:

Go to step 5 of “Setting the clock through
an Internet connection” (page 22).

• When you select “Manual”:

Go to step 5 of “To set the clock manually”

(page 23).
When the clock settings have been
completed, the “Get Service List” display
appears, allowing you to obtain a list of
available music services.

Note

If you do not set up a network connection, you
cannot set the clock by selecting “Auto” in this step.

When the “Get Service List”

6

display appears, select “OK.”

The unit obtains the service list for the Music
Services function.

Note

If you do not set up a network connection, you
cannot obtain the list of available music services.

When the list is obtained, “Refreshed Service
List.” appears, then the unit starts making the
server and the renderer (network controlled
player)* settings automatically. Wait until the
unit finishes making the settings.

* For details on the server and the renderer

(network controlled player), see page 49.

When the initial setup process has been
completed, “Setup is complete.” appears on
the display and the unit changes to the iPod &
iPhone function automatically.

To cancel initial settings

Press FUNCTION. When “Cancel setup?”
appears, select “Yes.”
If you select “Yes” to cancel the initial setup
process before it is completed, “Setup later?”
appears. Select “Yes” or “No.” If you select “Yes,”
the initial setup process is required again the next
time you turn the unit on.

Getting started

To go back to the previous display

Press BACK when you need to go back to the
previous display, such as when an error occurs
during the setup operation.

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Setting the clock

The time on the clock must be set correctly for the
proper operation of functions. The clock can be set
either automatically by connecting the unit to the
Internet, or manually using the remote control.

M/m/</,/

ENTER

Setting the clock through an Internet connection

You can set the clock by connecting the unit to the
NTP (Network Time Protocol) server on the
Internet. Before using this function, make sure the
network settings have already been made properly.

Press SETTINGS to enter the

1

settings menu and select
“Date&Time Settings.”

When “Playback and network

2

functions cannot be used during
the setup. Press ENTER to
continue.” appears, press ENTER.

When “ ” is displayed, the message is
continued to the next page. Press m to see the
entire text string.

SETTINGS

Select “Date&Time Setting

3

Method.”

The “Date&Time” display appears.
If you are performing the initial setup
operation and indicated that you want to set
the clock (page 21), this display appears.

Select “Auto.”

4

Select the city where the unit is

5

being used from the “Time Zone”
display.

The “NTP Server” display appears.
If the desired city does not appear in the
“Time Zone,” select a city that is within the
same time zone as the desired city.

Press ENTER.

6

The unit will connect to the default server in
step 7.
If you want to use a different NTP server,
erase “NtpServer” and enter the name or the
IP address of the NTP server that you want to
use, then press ENTER.
For details on entering text, see “Entering
text” (page 18).
When you want to change the specified NTP
server back to the default one, enter
“NtpServer” in this step.

When “Set via Internet” appears,

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select “OK.”

When the clock settings have been
completed, “Save settings.” and the clock
appear on the display.

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A list of available time zones

The following items appear in step 5. Select the
city where the unit is being used.
GMT+13 Nukualofa
GMT+12 Auckland
GMT+11 Noumea
GMT+10 Sydney, Port Moresby
GMT+9:30 Adelaide
GMT+9 Tokyo, Seoul
GMT+8 Beijing, Singapore
GMT+7 Bangkok, Jakarta
GMT+6:30 Yangon
GMT+6 Dhaka
GMT+5:45 Kathmandu
GMT+5:30 New Delhi
GMT+5 Karachi, Islamabad
GMT+4:30 Kabul
GMT+4 Abu Dhabi, Tbilisi
GMT+3:30 Teheran
GMT+3 Moscow, Riyadh
GMT+2 Athens, Helsinki
GMT+1 Paris, Berlin
GMT+0 London, Lisbon
GMT-1 Azores
GMT-2
GMT-3 Sao Paulo, Buenos Aires
GMT-3:30 St. John’s
GMT-4 Halifax, Santiago
GMT-5 New York, Toronto
GMT-6 Chicago, Mexico City
GMT-7 Denver, Calgary
GMT-8 Los Angeles, Vancouver
GMT-9 Anchorage
GMT-10 Honolulu, Papeete
GMT-11 Pago Pago
GMT-12

3

Select “Date&Time Setting Method.”

The “Date&Time” display appears.
If you are performing the initial setup
operation and indicated that you want to set
the clock (page 21), this display appears.

4

Select “Manual.”

5

Set the date.

Press </, to select the item to be set, and
press M/m to adjust the value. When you
finish setting the date, press ENTER.

6

Set the time.

Repeat the same operation as that in step 5.
When you finish setting the time, press
ENTER.
When the clock settings have been
completed, “Save settings.” and the clock
appear on the display.

Tips

• You can set the time zone from the settings menu.

Enter the settings menu and select “Date&Time
Settings” - “Time Zone.” Select the time zone from the
list. The time zone setting can be changed only when
the clock has been set automatically using the NTP
server (page 22).

• You can set the daylight saving time setting.

Enter the settings menu and select “Date&Time
Settings” - “Daylight Saving.” Select “Standard” or
“Daylight Saving.”

Getting started

To set the clock manually

You can set the clock manually using the remote
control.
The unit uses the month/day/year style for the date
format and a 12-hour clock.

1

Press SETTINGS to enter the
settings menu and select
“Date&Time Settings.”

2

When “Playback and network
functions cannot be used during the
setup. Press ENTER to continue.”
appears, press ENTER.

When “ ” is displayed, the message is
continued to the next page. Press m to see the
entire text string.

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Network connections

Connecting the unit to your home network (network settings)

This section explains how to connect the unit to your home network. You can connect the unit to the
network either through a wireless or a wired LAN. Check your connection method using the chart below.
For details on which connection method your wireless LAN router/access point supports, refer to the
operating manual of your wireless LAN router/access point.

Which connection do you want to use, wireless or wired, to connect the unit
to your home network?

Wireless Wired

Do you have a wireless LAN router/
access point?

Yes No

Are you going to use the WPS*1 setting to connect the unit
to your home network?

Yes No

Which connection method do you intend to
use, the WPS push button configuration
method or the WPS PIN code method?

Push button

configuration

method

Use the WPS push
button configuration
method (page 27).

*1WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) is a standard created by the Wi-Fi Alliance allowing you to setup a wireless

network easily and securely.

*2You can use the manual setup method when you cannot find the desired access point using the access point scan

method.

PIN code

method

Use the WPS PIN
code method
(page 28).

Use the access
point scan method
(page 25).

You need a wireless LAN
router/access point.

Do you have a router or a modem with
a router function?

Use the manual

2

*

setup method
(page 26).

Yes No

You need a
router.

Use the wired
connection
method (page 29).

What the unit can do when connected to a network

• The unit can play audio content stored on the server (a computer, etc.) on your home network (page 35).

• The unit can play music services via the Internet (page 41).

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Checking the wireless LAN environment of your home network

Read the following first

1

Internet*

Wireless
LAN router/
access point

The unit

Server

*1To listen to music services, you need an environment

that allows you to access the Internet.

You must have the following environment to use
the Home Network, Music Services, and PARTY
STREAMING functions. Confirm your
environment in advance.

❏ A wireless LAN home network

environment must be available. (Make
sure that a wireless LAN router is used.)

❏ A device that can be used as a server (a

computer, etc.) must be connected to
your wireless LAN home network.*

❏ Internet access must be available.

(When you want to listen to music
services or use an NTP server to set the
clock.)

*2For details on servers which are compatible with this

unit, see page 35.

There are several connection methods you can use
to set up a wireless network: searching for an
access point, using a WPS connecting method
(either the push button configuration method or the
PIN code method), or manual setting. Select the
connection method that can be used for your home
network using the chart on page 24.

Notes

• Make sure not to use the wireless LAN function in a

place where medical equipment (such as a pacemaker)
is used or the use of wireless communication is
prohibited.

2

• Before connecting to your home network, you need to

prepare a wireless LAN router/access point. For details,
refer to the operating manual of the device.

• Depending on your home network environment, the

wireless LAN router/access point may have been set up
such that it cannot be connected using WPS, even
though it is compatible with WPS. For details on
whether your wireless LAN router/access point is
compatible or not compatible with WPS, and on the
setup of a WPS connection, refer to the operating
manual of your wireless LAN router/access point.

• You may encounter setup difficulties if the unit and the

wireless LAN router/access point are located too far
from each other. If you do, move the devices closer to
each other.

Searching for an access point and setting up a wireless network (access point scan method)

You can set up a wireless network by searching for
the access point. Confirm you have the following
information in advance, as you will need it to set
up the network with this connection method.

❏ The network name (SSID*

identifies your network.*
needed in step 6.)

:

❏ If your wireless home network is

secured by encryption, the security key
(WEP key, WPA/WPA2 key) for your
network.*
step 7.)

:

*1SSID (Service Set IDentifier) is a name that identifies a

particular access point.

*2This information should be available from a label on

your wireless LAN router/access point, from the
operating manual, from the person who set up your
wireless network, or from the information provided by
your Internet service provider.

Press SETTINGS to enter the

1

2

(This will be needed in

settings menu and select “Network
Settings.”

1

) that

2

(This will be

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When “Playback and network

2

functions cannot be used during
the setup. Press ENTER to
continue.” appears, press ENTER.

When “ ” is displayed, the message is
continued to the next page. Press m to see the
entire text string.

Select “Connection Method.”

3

The “Connection” display appears.
If you are performing the initial setup
operation and indicated that you want to set
the network connection (page 20), this
display appears.

Select “Wireless LAN.”

4

Select “Access Point Scan.”

5

The unit automatically starts searching for
access points and displays a list of network
names (SSIDs) of available access points.
The unit can display a maximum of 20
network names (SSIDs) on the list.

Select the network name (SSID)

6

from the list.

If the desired network name (SSID) does not
appear on the display, or if a network name
(SSID) cannot be detected, press BACK so
that the unit returns to step 5, then perform
step 5 again.
If the network name (SSID) still does not
appear or still cannot be detected, you can
input the network name (SSID) manually.
See “If you cannot find the desired network
name (SSID) (manual setup method)”
(page 26).

Enter the security key (WEP Key,

7

WPA/WPA2 Key) of your network,
and then press ENTER.

For details on how to input characters, see
“Entering text” (page 18).
The security key appears as “*****”.

Note

If your network has not been secured by encryption
(using the security key), the security key insertion
display does not appear.

When “Save settings and check

8

connection. Press ENTER to
continue.” appears, press ENTER.

It may take a while for the unit to complete
the network settings.
When the network settings have been
completed, “Complete.” appears and
lights up on the display.
If you are making the initial settings, the
“Date&Time” display, step 5 of “Performing
initial setup operations,” appears. Go back to
page 21 and continue the initial setting
process.

Make the server settings.

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To listen to audio content stored on the server
through the network that have set up in this
section, you need to set up your server
(page 35).

Tip

You can view information on the access points when a list
of network names (SSID) is displayed on step 5.
Place the focus on the access point (network name
(SSID)) for which you want to view the information and
press OPTIONS. Select “Information” from the options
menu. You can check “SSID” (network name), “Signal
Strength,” and “Security Method” (WPA2, etc.) for the
selected access point.

If you cannot find the desired
network name (SSID) (manual
setup method)

If the desired network name (SSID) does not
appear in the list of network names (SSIDs), you
can enter the network name (SSID) manually.

1

Press SETTINGS to enter the
settings menu and select “Network
Settings.”

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2

When “Playback and network
functions cannot be used during the
setup. Press ENTER to continue.”
appears, press ENTER.

When “ ” is displayed, the message is
continued to the next page. Press m to see the
entire text string.

3

Select “Connection Method.”

The “Connection” display appears.
If you are performing the initial setup
operation and indicated that you want to set
the network connection (page 20), this
display appears.

4

Select “Wireless LAN.”

5

Select “Manual Registration” ­“Direct Input.”

6

Enter the network name (SSID), and
then press ENTER.

For details on how to input characters, see
“Entering text” (page 18).

7

Select the security setting from the
“Security Setting” display.

You can select from “WPA/WPA2-PSK
(AES),” “WPA/WPA2-PSK (TKIP),”
“WEP,” or “None.”

Note

If you select “None,” the unit skips step 8 and goes
to step 9.

8

Enter the security key (WEP Key,
WPA/WPA2 Key) of your network,
and then press ENTER.

For details on how to input characters, see
“Entering text” (page 18).
The security key appears as “*****”.

9

When “Save settings and check
connection. Press ENTER to
continue.” appears, press ENTER.

It may take a while for the unit to complete
the network settings.
When the network settings have been
completed, “Complete.” appears and
lights up on the display.
If you are making the initial settings, the
“Date&Time” display, step 5 of “Performing
initial setup operations,” appears. Go back to
page 21 and continue the initial setting
process.

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Make the server settings.

To listen to audio content stored on the server
through the network that have set up in this
section, you need to set up your server
(page 35).

Setting up a wireless network using an access point compliant with WPS

You can easily set up a wireless network using an
access point compliant with WPS. WPS setting can
be made either by the push-button configuration
method or the PIN (Personal Identification
Number) code method.

What is WPS (Wi-Fi Protected
Setup)?

WPS is a standard created by the Wi-Fi Alliance
allowing you to setup a wireless network easily
and securely.

Setting up a wireless network
using the WPS push button
configuration method

You can easily set up a WPS wireless connection
with one push of the designated button.

1

Press SETTINGS to enter the

settings menu and select “Network
Settings.”

2

When “Playback and network
functions cannot be used during the
setup. Press ENTER to continue.”
appears, press ENTER.

When “ ” is displayed, the message is
continued to the next page. Press m to see the
entire text string.

3

Select “Connection Method.”

The “Connection” display appears.
If you are performing the initial setup
operation and indicated that you want to set
the network connection (page 20), this
display appears.

4

Select “Wireless LAN.”

5

Select “WPS Push.”

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6

When the message that tells you to
press the WPS button on the access
point appears, press the WPS button
on the access point for a few
seconds, within two minutes.

When the wireless LAN router/access point
has been registered with the unit, “Access
point registration is complete.” appears.
It may take a while for the unit to complete
the network settings.

7

When “Save settings and check
connection. Press ENTER to
continue.” appears, press ENTER.

It may take a while for the unit to complete
the network settings.
When the network settings have been
completed, “Complete.” appears and
lights up on the display.
If you are making the initial settings, the
“Date&Time” display, step 5 of “Performing
initial setup operations,” appears. Go back to
page 21 and continue the initial setting
process.

8

Make the server settings.

To listen to audio content stored on the server
through the network that you have set up in
this section, you need to set up your server
(page 35).

Setting up a wireless network
using the WPS PIN code method

If the access point supports the WPS PIN (Personal
Identification Number) code connection, you can
set up a WPS wireless connection by entering the
unit’s PIN code into the wireless LAN router/
access point.

1

Press SETTINGS to enter the

settings menu and select “Network
Settings.”

2

When “Playback and network
functions cannot be used during the

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WPS button on
the wireless LAN
router/access
point

setup. Press ENTER to continue.”
appears, press ENTER.

When “ ” is displayed, the message is
continued to the next page. Press m to see the
entire text string.

3

Select “Connection Method.”

The “Connection” display appears.
If you are performing the initial setup
operation and indicated that you want to set
the network connection (page 20), this
display appears.

4

Select “Wireless LAN.”

5

Select “Manual Registration” ­“WPS PIN.”

The unit’s PIN code (8 digits) is displayed.
Leave the PIN code displayed on the unit
until the connection is completed. (A
different PIN code will be displayed each
time you perform this operation.)

6

Input the unit’s PIN code into the
wireless LAN router/access point.

For details on entering the PIN code, refer to
the operating manual of the wireless LAN
router/access point.

7

Press ENTER.

“Exchanging WPS info...” appears on the
display.
When the wireless LAN router/access point
has been registered with the unit, “Access
point registration is complete.” appears.
It may take a while for the unit to complete
the network settings.

8

When “Save settings and check
connection. Press ENTER to
continue.” appears, press ENTER.

It may take a while for the unit to complete
the network settings.
When the network settings have been
completed, “Complete.” appears and
lights up on the display.
If you are making the initial settings, the
“Date&Time” display, step 5 of “Performing
initial setup operations,” appears. Go back to
page 21 and continue the initial setting
process.

9

Make the server settings.

To listen to audio content stored on the server
through the network that you have set up in
this section, you need to set up your server
(page 35).