Sony RDP-XA900iP User Manual [en, es, fr]

Personal Audio

Operating Instructions US

Docking System

Mode d’emploi FR

Manual de instrucciones

RDP-XA900iP

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom 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.

Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of children. Should the battery be swallowed, immediately consult a doctor.

Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from children.

For customers in the USA

Please register this product on line at http://www.sony.com/productregistration Proper registration will enable us to send you periodic updates about ne w products, services, and other important announcements. Registering your product will also allow us to contact you in the unlikely event that the product needs adjustment or modification. Thank you.

WARNING

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.

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

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

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.

CAUTION

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

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

Replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of u ninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance

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

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

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.

The Caution Marking is put on the Bottom Enclosure.

For customers in the United States

Customer Support Information

If you have any questions about this product, you may call; Sony Customer Information Service Center 1-800-222-7669 or http://esupport.sony.com FOR UNITED STATES CUSTOMERS. NOT APPLICABLE IN CANADA, INCLUDING IN THE PROVINCE OF QUEBEC. POUR LES CONSOMMATEURS AUX ÉTATSUNIS. PAS APPLICABLE AU CANADA, Y COMPRIS LA PROVINCE DE QUÉBEC.

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name: SONY Model No.: RDP-XA900iP Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San

Diego, CA 92127 USA

Telephone No.: 858-942-2230

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.

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.

Important Safety Instructions

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

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 grounding-type 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 p ersonnel. 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.

This equipment must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20 cm or more away from person's body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles).

For customers in Canada

This device complies with Industry Canada licenceexempt RSS standard(s). 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 the device.

Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

For the State of California, USA only

Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate Perchlorate Material: Lithium battery contains perchlorate.

Table of Contents

Overview of this Personal Audio Docking

System .....................................................5

Guide to Parts and Controls ..........................7

Main unit .................................................7

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

Getting Started

Preparing the Unit and the Remote

Control ...................................................11

Connecting to an AC power source .......11

Preparing the remote control .................11

Turning on the unit ................................11

Connecting Your Network .........................12

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network .............12

Connecting to a wired network ..............12

Option 3: Wi-Fi Connection using

Access Point Scan ..................................13

Enjoying the Audio Content

Listening to iPod .........................................16

Listening with the “AirPlay” Function .......18

Listening to Bluetooth Devices ..................19

Pairing with a Bluetooth device .............19

Operating a Bluetooth device ................19

Listening to Other Components ..................21

Updating the Software ................................21

Initializing the Unit .....................................22

Additional Information

Troubleshooting ..........................................23

Specifications .............................................27

Compatible iPod Models and

Computers .............................................28

System Requirements for the Computer for

Setting up the “AirPlay” Function .........29

Precautions .................................................29

Overview of this Personal Audio Docking System

This unit enables you to enjoy sound from various sources.

AirPlay

Bluetooth

iPod

TV, etc.

Portable Audio Player, etc.

You can enjoy sound from an iPod, iPhone or iPad by setting it on the Docking Tray of this unit, while charging it at the same time (page 16).

AirPlay

Bluetooth

TV, etc.

You can enjoy sound from an iPod touch/iPhone/iPad or iTunes with this unit anywhere in your home (page 18). You will need to set your iPod touch/iPhone/iPad to a Wi-Fi network, and connect this unit to that network.

You can listen to sound from a Bluetooth device, such as a mobile phone, by wirelessly connecting it to this unit (page 19).

You can listen to sound from an optional component, such as a TV or CD player, by connecting it to the AUDIO IN (DIGITAL) terminal of this unit (page 21).

Portable Audio Player, etc.

You can listen to sound from an optional component, such as a portable audio player, by connecting it to the AUDIO IN (ANALOG) terminal of this unit (page 21).

Guide to Parts and Controls

Main unit

Top/Front

A Docking Tray

Press the Docking Tray on the front of the unit to open or close it. Set your iPod on the Docking Tray when you want to operate it on the tray or charge it (page 16).

B Input Status indicator

Indicates the input status of the unit. White (normal): The unit is in the “iPod”/ AUDIO IN mode. White (small): The unit is in the “AirPlay”/ Bluetooth mode and the connection is not established. Green: The unit is in the “AirPlay” mode and the connection is established. Blue: The unit is in the Bluetooth mode and the connection is established.

Flashes when the operation is started.

Flashes three times when the volume is set to minimum or maximum.

C Remote sensor (inside)

D ?/1 (On/Standby) button, indicator

Turns the unit on (page 11), or places in standby/network standby mode.

Indicates the power status of the unit. Green (lit): The unit is turned on. Green (flashing): The unit is being turned on. Red: The unit is in the standby mode. Amber: The unit is in the network standby mode.

Tips

• When the unit is in the network standby mode and receives a command to playback on an “AirPlay” device, the unit turns on and starts playback automatically.

• To switch the unit between the standby mode and network standby mode, press and hold the ?/1 button until the colour of the ?/1 indicator changes.

E “iPod”, AUDIO IN, BLUETOOTH

PAIRING buttons, indicators

Selects a source device (page 16, 19, 21).

Lights up amber (iPod or AUDIO IN) or blue (Bluetooth) according to a selected source.

The BLUETOOTH indicator shows Bluetooth connection status. Blue (lit): Connection has been established. Blue (flashing slowly): Connection is being established. Blue (flashing quickly): Pairing mode is activated.

F “AirPlay” indicator

Lights up green when the unit is in the “AirPlay” mode.

G LINK indicator

Indicates the connection status of the wired/Wi-Fi network. Green (lit): Wi-Fi connection has been established. Green (flashing): Wi-Fi connection is being established. Amber (lit): Wired connection has been established. Amber (flashing): Wired connection is being established. Red (flashing): One of the following has occurred. – This unit cannot find the wireless LAN

router/access point.

– The security method/password selected

for the wireless LAN router/access point

is wrong. – An error has occurred. Not lit: The Wi-Fi network setting process is not finished.

H UPDATE button, indicator

Press and hold to start updating the software of the unit (page 21).

Indicates the update status of the unit. Green (lit): The unit can be updated. Green (flashing): The unit is updating. Not lit: The unit does not need updating.

I u (Play/Pause) button

Starts playback of iPod or a Bluetooth device. Press repeatedly to pause/resume playback.

J VOLUME +/– button

Adjusts the volume.

Rear

A WPS button

Use to connect the unit to your Wi-Fi network, refer to the supplied “AirPlay via Wi-Fi Network Setup” for details.

B LAN port

Connect a network (LAN) cable (not supplied, page 12).

C RESET (NETWORK) button

Press and hold to reset the network settings (the ?/1 indicator starts flashing). Use a thin object, such as a small pin.

Note

Settings other than network settings, including Bluetooth pairing information, are not reset.

D AUDIO IN terminals

DIGITAL (OPT): Connect to the digital (optical) output jack of an external component (page 21). ANALOG: Connect to the analog (stereo) output jack of an external component (page 21).

E VIDEO OUT terminal

Use to display videos from the iPod on the Docking Tray (page 16).

F AC IN terminal

Connect the supplied AC power cord (page 11).

Remote control

A “iPod”, AUDIO IN, BLUETOOTH

buttons

Selects a source device (page 16, 19, 21).

B u (Play/Pause) button

Starts playback of iPod or a Bluetooth device. Press repeatedly to pause/resume playback.

> (Forward) button

Go to the next track. Press and hold to locate a desired point.

. (Backward) button

Go back to the previous track. During playback, this operation returns to the beginning of the current track. To go back to the previous track, press twice. Press and hold to locate a desired point.

C ?/1 (On/Standby) button

Turns the unit on (page 11), or places in standby/network standby mode.

D DIMMER button

Changes the brightness of the Input Status indicator (bright/dark/off).

E MENU button

Returns to the previous menu of the iPod on the Docking Tray.

ENTER button

Enters the selected menu item or begin playback.

V (Up)/v (Down) button

Selects a menu item or track for playback.

F VOL (Volume) +/– button

Adjusts the volume.

Getting Started

Preparing the Unit and the Remote Control

To replace the battery of the remote control

If the remote control stops working, replace the battery (CR2025) with a new one.

Connecting to an AC power source

Plug the connector of the AC

power cord into the AC IN terminal on the unit.

2 Plug the AC power cord to a

wall outlet (the mains).

Preparing the remote control

the e side facing up

Turning on the unit

Press the ?/1 button

The ?/1 indicator starts flashing. You can operate the unit when the ?/1 indicator stops flashing and lights up green. The LINK indicator also starts flashing. You can set up or use the “AirPlay” function when it stops flashing. It may take a while for these indicators to stop flashing.

Before using the remote control for the first time, remove the insulation film.

Note

After playback of the connected device has finished, if no operation is performed for about 20 minutes, the unit will automatically enter standby/network standby mode.

Connecting Your Network

See the following descriptions to determine the correct way to set up.

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network Connecting to a wired network

Option 1: Wi-Fi Connection using WPS Push Button Configuration Method

Setup device: Wireless LAN router/access point

Refer to A in the supplied “AirPlay via Wi-Fi Network Setup” for details.

Option 2: Wi-Fi Connection using D-Sappli*

Setup device: iPod touch/iPhone/iPad

Refer to B in the supplied “AirPlay via Wi-Fi Network Setup” for details.

* For details on D-Sappli, see page 17.

Option 3: Wi-Fi Connection using Access Point Scan (page 13)

Setup device: Mac or PC

Option 4: Wired Connection

Connect the unit and a wireless LAN router/ access point by network (LAN) cable (not supplied). Then turn this unit on. The LINK indicator lights up amber when the connection is established (about 90 seconds later).

Option 3: Wi-Fi Connection using Access Point Scan

1 Prepare for the following

devices.

• This unit

•Mac or PC

• Wireless LAN router/access point

• Network (LAN) cable (not supplied) if needed

2 Have your wireless network

name (SSID) and Security Key (if applicable) available for reference.

SSID (Wireless Network Name)

Security Key (WEP or WPA key)

For Mac

Start Safari and select [Bonjour] under [Bookmarks], then select [RDPXA900iP].

For PC

Start the browser and input either of the following URLs into the browser’s address bar.

• When using a network (LAN) cable

• When connecting wirelessly

Refer to the operating instructions of the wireless LAN router/access point.

3 Connect the unit and the Mac or

PC using a network (LAN) cable (not supplied). Then turn this unit on.

Wait for about 4 minutes until the LINK indicator lights up amber.

Tip

You can also perform this procedure wirelessly. See “To connect wirelessly” (page 14).

4 Access the [Sony Network

Device Setting] screen.

5 Select the desired language

when the [Language Setup] screen appears.

6 Select [Network Settings] from

the menu.

Network Settings

7 Select the SSID of the wireless

LAN router/access point, then input the Security Key (if applicable).

SSID

8 Select [Apply]. 9 Disconnect the network (LAN)

cable from the unit following the on-screen instructions.

The unit restarts automatically, then the LINK indicator lights up green when the connection is established.

To connect wirelessly

Note

Before starting this procedure, be aware that your Wi-Fi network will not be protected until the setting is complete. After the setting is complete, your Wi-Fi network will be protected again when you set a wireless LAN security.

For Windows 7

Turn on PC. Click icon on the bottom of the screen. Select [RDP-XA900iP_Setup] from the network list.

For Windows Vista

Turn on PC. Click icon on the bottom of the screen. Click [Connect to a network]. Select [RDP-XA900iP_Setup] from the network list.

5 Perform steps 4 to 8 above.

The unit restarts automatically, then the LINK indicator lights up green when the connection is established.

6 Reconnect the Mac or PC to your network.

Note

This procedure needs to be completed within 10 minutes. If you cann ot complete, start over from step

1 Turn the unit on. 2 Press and hold the RESET (NETWORK)

button on the rear of the unit with a thin object such as a small pin until the ?/1 indicator starts flashing.

3 Turn the unit on again. Then wait for about

70 seconds – 120 seconds until the LINK indicator turns off.

4 Connect the unit and a Mac or PC.

For Mac OS X

Turn on Mac. Click icon on the top of the screen. Turn on the Wi-Fi or AirPort. Then select [Open Network Preferences…]. Select [RDP-XA900iP_Setup] from the network list.

About the LINK indicator

Lights up green.

The Wi-Fi network

(Green)

Flashes green.

(Green)

Lights up amber.

(Amber)

Flashes amber.

(Amber)

Flashes red k Lights up red

(Red)

The indicator turns off.

(Nothing)

Tips

• You can also connect the unit to your wireless or wired network by other methods including Manual Setup, WPS PIN, etc.

• You can set up Fixed IP, as required.

• You can set up a Proxy Server, as required.

connection is established.

This unit is in the process of connecting to the Wi-Fi network. Please wait.

The wired network connection is established.

This unit is in the process of connecting to the wired network. Please wait.

An error has occurred. Try again from the beginning, or adjust your network settings.

No connection is established.

Notes

• Once you press and hold the RESET (NETWORK) button, the network settings of the unit are reset.

• Settings other than network settings, including Bluetooth pairing information, are not reset.

When a problem occurs while you are making the network settings

Press and hold the RESET (NETWORK) button on the rear of the unit with a thin object such as a small pin (page 9).

Enjoying the Audio Content

Listening to iPod

Press the Docking Tray on the front of the unit to open it.

2 Set your iPod on the Docking

Tray.

• Do not carry the unit with an iPod set on the Docking Tray. Doing so may cause a malfunction.

• When placing or removing the iPod, hold the Docking Tray securely.

• Before disconnecting the iPod, pause playback.

• If the battery of your iPod is extremely low, charge it for a while before operation.

• Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event that data recorded to an iPod is lost or damaged when using an iPod connected to this unit.

• For details of environmental conditions for operating your iPod, check the website of Apple Inc.

To use the unit as a battery charger

You can use the unit as a battery charger. The charging status appears in the “iPod” display. For details, see the user’s guide of your iPod.

To display videos from iPod

Tip

If a pop-up message appears on the display of the iPod, refer to “AirPlay via Wi-Fi Network Setup” or see “About D-Sappli” (page 17).

3 Press the “iPod” button. 4 Press the u button.

The iPod begins to play back. You can operate the connected iPod via this unit or the iPod itself.

Notes

• Remove the case or cover from your iPod before setting in the Docking Tray if a good connection cannot be ensured.

• When placing or removing the iPod, hold the iPod at the same angle as that of the connector of the Docking Tray. Do not twist or bend the iPod as it may damage the connector.

1 Remove your iPod from the Docking Tray. 2 Connect the VIDEO OUT terminal on the

rear of the unit to the video in jack of a monitor by a composite video cable (not supplied).

3 Set your iPod on the Docking Tray. 4 Press the “iPod” button. 5 Press the u button.

Note

Remove the iPod from the Docking Tray before you insert or remove a composite video cable (not supplied) from the VIDEO OUT terminal.

About D-Sappli

A dedicated dock app for iPod touch, iPhone, and iPad available at Apple App Store. Search for “D-Sappli” and download the free app to find out more about the functions.

Features

• D-Sappli can be used to connect the unit to your network. Refer to the supplied “AirPlay via Wi-Fi Network Setup” for details.

• The Sound EQ function allows you to create your own equalizer settings. You can select equalizer presets, or customize settings to your taste. This function is available only when an iPod touch, iPhone or iPad is set on the Docking Tray.

• D-Sappli includes three timer functions: Music Play Timer, Sleep Timer and Alarm. The Music Play Timer allows you to play/pause desired music at a desired time. The Sleep Timer allows you to specify a time at which the music playback will stop. The Alarm includes a repeat function and snooze function. You can select iPod or a preset sound as the sound source. These three functions work in combination with the power supply of the unit.

• D-Sappli also includes a clock display enlarge feature.

Notes

• If the App to link with this unit is not downloaded to your iPod, a pop-up message prompting you to download D-Sappli may appear repeatedly. Deactivate the App’s link function to stop the popup message.

• To deactivate the App’s link function, connect the AC power cord, then press the ?/1 button to turn on the unit. Remove your iPod from the Dock connector, and then press and hold the VOLUME – and u buttons simultaneously for more than 2 seconds. (The indicator for iPod flashes rapidly when deactivated.)

• To re-activate the App’s link function, repeat the above steps. The indicator for iPod will flash slowly.

• When you remo ve the iPod from the Docking T ray, the Sound EQ function setting will return to the default.

• When the sound volume is high, the Sound EQ function may not be effective.

Listening with the “AirPlay” Function

3 Select “RDP-XA900iP” on the

“AirPlay” menu of iTunes or your iPod touch, iPhone or iPad.

Check that the unit and your

iPod touch, iPhone, iPad or iTunes are connected to your network.

For details on how to connect the unit to the network, see page 12.

Tips

• Update the software of your iPod touch, iPhone or iPad to the latest version beforehand.

• For details on how to operate iPod touch, iPhone, iPad or iTunes, refer to the operating instructions or the help documentation of your device or software.

2 Tap/click on the icon at

bottom right of the screen of iPod touch, iPhone or iPad or iTunes window.

iPod touch, iPhone or iPad

RDP-XA900iP

iTunes

RDP-XA900iP

4 Start playing back audio

content on the iPod touch, iPhone, iPad or iTunes.

The unit starts playing back automatically.

Tip

If playback does not start, perform the process again from step 1.

iTunes

To control “AirPlay” playback

You can use the VOLUME +/– button on the unit and the VOLUME +/–, . and > buttons on the remote control. Operation from the unit and the remote control is active only when the unit is selected as the device for output. When you use iTunes, set it to accept control from the unit and the remote control when you want to use the unit and the remote control to operate iTunes.

Listening to Bluetooth Devices

By using the Bluetooth connection, you can listen to the sound from a Bluetooth device such as a mobile phone or portable audio player with the unit wirelessly. Bluetooth devices need to be “paired” with each other beforehand. Once Bluetooth devices are paired, there is no need for pairing again, unless pairing information is deleted.

5 If Passcode* input is required

on the display of the Bluetooth device, input “0000.”

* Passcode may be called “Passkey,” “PIN

code,” “PIN number,” or “Password.”

6 Start the Bluetooth connection

from the Bluetooth device.

The unit memorises the device as the last connected device. Some Bluetooth devices may connect with the unit automatically when pairing is complete. The Bluetooth indicator lights up when the connection is made.

Pairing with a Bluetooth device

You can register up to nine Bluetooth devices to be paired on the unit. If you register a 10th device, the least recently used information is deleted.

1 Keep a Bluetooth device and

the unit within one meter of each other for this operation.

2 Press and hold the PAIRING

button on the unit.

When pairing starts, a double-beep sound will be heard and the Bluetooth indicator will flash quickly. Pairing mode of the unit is activated.

3 Perform the pairing procedure

on the Bluetooth device to detect the unit.

A list of detected devices appears on the display of the Bluetooth device. This unit is displayed as “RDP-XA900iP (Bluetooth).” If “RDP-XA900iP (Bluetooth)” is not displayed, repeat from step 1.

4 Select “RDP-XA900iP

(Bluetooth)” shown in the display of the Bluetooth device.

Tips

• For details on how to operate the device to be connected, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the device.

• To pair with other Bl uetooth devices, repeat steps 1 to 5 for each device.

Notes

• Pairing mode is cancelled after about 5 minutes. If pairing mode is cancelled halfway, start over from step 1.

• When you try to pair the unit with your Bluetooth device for the first time, the pairing mode is activated as soon as you press the BLUETOOTH button. In this case, the pairing mode is not cancelled after about 5 minutes.

• Pairing information is deleted after repair, etc.

• Passcode of the unit is fixed as “0000.” The unit cannot be paired with a Bluetooth device whose Passcode is not “0000.”

Operating a Bluetooth device

The unit supports SCMS-T content protection. You can listen to a Bluetooth device that supports SCMS-T content protection. Check the following before operating the unit.

•The Bluetooth function of a Bluetooth

device is on.

• The pairing procedure is complete

(page 19).

1 Press the BLUETOOTH button.

The BLUETOOTH indicator flashes slowly while the Bluetooth connection is being established.

2 Start the Bluetooth connection

from the Bluetooth device.

The BLUETOOTH indicator lights up blue when the Bluetooth connection is established.

3 Start playback on the Bluetooth

device.

4 Adjust the volume.

Set the volume of the Bluetooth device to a moderate level, and press the VOLUME +/– buttons on the unit.

Tips

• You can adjust the volume of the unit via a Bluetooth device supporting AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile) VOLUME UP/ DOWN. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the device.

• The volume of the unit may not be controllable, depending on the device.

Notes

• If the source device has a bass boost function or equaliser function, turn them off. If these functions are on, sound may be distorted.

• In the following cases, you will need to make the Bluetooth connection again. – The power of the unit does not turn on. – The power of the Bluetooth device does not turn

on, or the Blueto oth function is off.

–The Bluetooth connection is not established.

• If more than one device paired with the unit is being played back, sound will be heard from just one of those devices.

• Turn off the unit.

To finish listening

Terminate the Bluetooth connection by any of the operations below.

• Operate the Bluetooth device to terminate

the connection. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the device.

• Turn off the Bluetooth device.

Listening to Other

Updating the Software

Components

You can enjoy the sound from an optional component, such as a TV or a portable digital music player. Be sure to turn off the power of each component before making any connections.

1 Firmly connect the line output

jack of a TV (or other component) to either of the AUDIO IN terminals (DIGITAL (OPT) or ANALOG) on the rear of the unit, using a suitable audio connecting cable (not supplied).

2 Press the ?/1 button to turn on

the unit.

3 Turn the connected component

on.

4 Press the AUDIO IN button to

select the source.

5 Operate the connected

component.

When a new update is available, the UPDATE indicator lights up green while the unit is connected to the Internet.

1 Check that the UPDATE

indicator lights up green.

2 Press and hold the UPDATE

button on the top of the unit.

The unit beeps, then quits or stops all operations automatically and the update starts. The UPDATE indicator flashes during the update. When the update has completed, the UPDATE indicator turns off.

Notes

• When an error occurred, the UPDATE indicator flashes quickly and all other indicators light up. Then the unit restarts automatically.

• You cannot operate the unit until updating has completed.

• It may take about 20 minutes to update the software. The time required depends on the size of the update content and type of Internet connection you are using.

• Do not disconnect the AC power cord during the update.

Notes

• If each terminal is connected to a different component, and both are playing back, the unit will output sound from the component connected to the DIGITAL (OPT) terminal.

• When you use the ANALOG terminal and the volume is low, adjust the volume level on the connected equipment first. If the volume is still too low, adjust the volume level on the unit.

• The DIGITAL (OPT) terminal supports Linear PCM 2ch. signal only. Linear PCM multi-channel is not supported. You may need to change the sound setting of the connected component. If digital audio signals or other signals that this unit does not support are input, the AUDIO IN indicator flashes and sound is not output.

Initializing the Unit

You can initialize the unit. All settings of the unit are reset to the factory default settings when you initialize the unit.

1 Press the ?/1 button to turn on

the unit.

2 Remove the iPod from the

Docking Tray.

3 While holding down VOLUME

–, hold down ?/1. (Hold both buttons down for at least 5 seconds.)

After resetting, the ?/1 indicator flashes for 2 seconds.

Tip

You can reset only the network settings of the unit to the factory default settings using the RESET (NETWORK) button (page 9).

Additional Information

The unit turns off automatically.

• The unit enters the selected standby mode when it is idle for 20 minutes.

Troubleshooting

If you run into any problems using the unit, use the following checklist. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

General

The unit does not turn on.

• Make sure the AC power cord is connected correctly.

There is no sound.

• Adjust the volume.

There is noise.

• Make sure the unit is not in the vicinity of in-use portable phones, etc.

• If connecting the unit via a device with a built-in radio or tuner, broadcasts may not be received, or sensitivity may be reduced. Locate the unit farther away from the device and check whether you can listen to the broadcasts satisfactorily.

The unit does not turn off.

• The unit enters standby or network standby mode when you turn off the power. If you want to completely turn off the power, disconnect the AC power cord.

• If you turn the unit to standby mode immediately after turning on it, it may take a while for the unit to enter standby mode.

The unit turns on and starts playback automatically.

• When the unit is in the network standby mode and receives a command to playback on the “AirPlay” device, the unit turns on and starts playback automatically (page 7).

The ?/1 indicator flashes red.

• The unit is in protect mode.

• Disconnect and reconnect the AC power cord of the unit, then turn the unit on again. If the ?/1 indicator still flashes, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

This unit does not operate if you press the buttons of this unit or those of the remote control.

• Buttons do not work while initializing or starting up.

• Buttons do not work while you are updating the software.

• Buttons other than the ?/1 button do not work in the network standby or standby mode.

iPod

There is no sound.

• Make sure the iPod is playing back.

• Make sure the iPod is connected firmly.

• Update the unit and the iPod to use the latest software beforehand.

• Make sure the iPod is compatible.

• Make sure the function for iPod is selected.

Operation is not performed.

• Make sure the iPod is connected firmly.

The iPod does not charge.

• Make sure the iPod is connected firmly.

• Make sure the AC power cord is connected firmly.

Network

The browser screen does not appear.

• Check the proxy setting of the browser. This unit does not support proxies. Change the browser setting to one connecting this unit without a proxy.

Resetting the network settings of the unit (default network setting)

• Press and hold the RESET (NETWORK) button on the rear of the unit with a thin object such as a small pin (page 9).

AirPlay

WPS configuration method failed.

• You cannot connect to a network using WPS when the wireless LAN router/ access point is set to WEP (page 31). Set up the network using D-Sappli or Access Point Scan (page 12).

The unit cannot connect to the network. (The unit cannot be found or recognized by other devices that are on the home network.)

• Check that the wireless LAN router/access point is close to the unit.

• Move the unit and the wireless LAN router/access point closer to each other and perform the setup again.

• Make sure that the wireless LAN router/ access point is turned on.

• Turn the unit off and then on again, and reboot the wireless LAN router/access point.

• Devices that use a 2.4 GHz frequency band such as microwave, Bluetooth or digital cordless device, may interrupt the communication. Move this unit away from such devices, or turn off the devices.

The unit cannot connect to the network via a Wi-Fi connection.

• Make sure a network (LAN) cable is not connected to the unit. The unit automatically tries to connect to the network over a wired LAN connection when a network (LAN) cable is connected to the unit.

• Confirm that the wireless LAN router/ access point setting is correct. For details on the wireless LAN router/access point setting, refer to the operating instructions of the wireless LAN router/access point.

The “AirPlay” icon or unit name does not appear on iPod touch/iPhone/iPad or iTunes.

• Make sure the LINK indicator lights up green or amber. See “The unit cannot connect to the network. (The unit cannot be found or recognized by other devices that are on the home network.)” (page 24) if the LINK indicator turns off or lights up red.

• Check that this unit, your iPod touch/ iPhone/iPad, Mac or PC are connected to the same network.

• Update the software version of the unit to the latest version (page 21).

• Check that your iPod touch/iPhone/iPad or iTunes has the latest software version.

• If the problem persists, reboot your iPod touch/iPhone/iPad or iTunes.

• Check your set-up of the firewall of the security software. Refer to the operating instructions or the help documentation of your device or software for details.

Audio content automatically changed/ started/stopped.

• When the unit is turned on or in the network standby mode, it is under the control of an “AirPlay” device. If you want to reject requests from the “AirPlay” device, turn the unit to the standby mode by pressing and holding ?/1 button until the colour of the ?/1 indicator changes.

There is no sound.

• Check that no other iPod touch/iPhone/ iPad is set on this unit. If so, remove it from the network.

• If the problem persists, reboot your iPod touch/iPhone/iPad or iTunes.

The sound is too loud.

• Loud sound may output from the unit if you set the volume too high via the iPod touch, iPhone, iPad or iTunes.

It takes time for the “AirPlay” function to start.

• Use this unit in the network standby mode (page 7). This mode shortens the startup time when using the “AirPlay” function, but increases standby power consumption.

The sound is low.

• The volume level of the iPod touch, iPhone, iPad or iTunes might not link with the volume level of this unit. Adjust the volume by pressing the VOLUME +/– button of the unit or remote control.

The sound skips.

• The sound may skip depending on factors such as the network environment in which you use the Wi-Fi network.

• Wi-Fi networks are influenced by electromagnetic radiation emitted by microwave ovens and other devices. Move the unit away from these devices.

• The bandwidth of your Wi-Fi network may be too low. Move the unit and the wireless LAN router/access point closer to each other, without any obstacles between them.

This unit cannot be operated.

• Update the software version of the iPod touch, iPhone or iPad to the latest version.

• Update the software version of the unit to the latest version (page 21).

• Make sure another device is not streaming to the “AirPlay” compatible device at the same time.

Buttons such as . and > do not work.

• Make sure that the settings that allow iTunes to accept control from this unit are active.

• The unit is not selected as the remote speaker on the iPod touch, iPhone, iPad or iTunes. Select the unit as the network speaker.

Bluetooth

There is no sound.

• Make sure this unit is not too far from the Bluetooth device, or this unit is not receiving interference from a Wi-Fi network, other 2.4 GHz wireless device, or microwave oven.

• Check that the Bluetooth connection is made properly between this unit and the Bluetooth device.

• Pair this unit and the Bluetooth device again.

• Keep the unit away from metal objects or surfaces.

• Make sure the unit is in the Bluetooth mode. Otherwise, press the BLUETOOTH button.

Sound skips or the correspondence distance is short.

• If a device that generates electromagnetic radiation, such as a Wi-Fi network, other Bluetooth device(s), or a microwave oven is nearby, move away from such sources.

• Remove any obstacle between this unit and Bluetooth device, or move away from the obstacle.

• Locate this unit and Bluetooth device as near as possible.

• Re-position this unit.

• Re-position the Bluetooth device.

Connecting cannot be done.

• Perform pairing again (page 19).

Pairing cannot be done.

• Bring this unit and the Bluetooth device closer together.

• Delete the unit from your Bluetooth device and perform pairing again (page 19).

AUDIO IN

There is no sound.

• Make sure the audio connecting cable (not supplied) is connected firmly.

• Make sure the AUDIO IN function is selected.

• If each terminal is connected to a different component, and both are playing back, the unit will output sound from the component connected to the DIGITAL (OPT) terminal.

• The DIGITAL (OPT) terminal supports linear PCM signal only. You may need to change the sound setting of the connected component.

The sound is low.

• Confirm the volume of the connected external component.

• Confirm the volume level on the unit.

Remote control

The remote control does not function.

• Replace the battery in the remote control with a new one if it is weak.

• Make sure that you are pointing the remote control at the remote sensor on the unit.

• Remove any obstacles in the path of the remote control and the unit.

• Make sure the remote sensor is not exposed to strong light such as direct sunlight or fluorescent lamp light.

• Move closer to the unit when using the remote control.

VIDEO OUT

Videos are not displayed on “iPod” screen.

• Remove the iPod, then remove the composite video cable (not supplied). Then, set the iPod on the Docking Tray again.

• Check the video settings of the iPod.

Videos are not displayed on a monitor.

• Remove and reconnect the iPod from/to the unit that is connected to the monitor.

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