Sony SA-NS400 User Manual
Network Speaker
Operating Instructions
Getting Started
Network Connections
Listening to Audio Content
Over Your Home Network
Enjoying Sony
Multiple-Room Products
Others
Troubleshooting
SA-NS400
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.
For customers in the United
States and Canada
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.
For customers in the United
States
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such
as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
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 expose batteries or apparatus with batteryinstalled 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.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent
type.
The dating code and the nameplate are located on the
bottom exterior.
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.
Replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium
battery.
Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or
explosion.
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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.
The shielded interface cable recommended in this
manual must be used with this equipment in order to
comply with The limits for a digital device pursuant
to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
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 co-located or operated
in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation
exposure limits set forth for uncontrolled equipment
and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure
Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65.
This equipment should be installed and operated
with at least 20cm and more between the radiator
and person’s body (excluding extremities: hands,
wrists, feet and ankles).
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 c omplies with IC radiation exposure
limits set forth for uncontrolled equipment and
meets the RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF)
Exposure rules.
This equipment should be installed and operated
with at least 20cm and more between the radiator
and person's body (excluding extremities: hands,
wrists, feet and ankles).
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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.
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Table of Contents
Features of this unit ...................................... 6
Product Overview ........................................7
Getting Started
Guide to Parts and Controls ......................... 8
Main unit ................................................. 8
Remote control ...................................... 11
Checking the Supplied Accessories ........... 12
Preparing the Unit and the Remote ............ 12
Connecting to an AC power source ...... 12
Preparing the remote control ................. 12
Turning the Unit On or Off ........................13
Network Connections
How to Connect Your Network ................. 14
Setting Up Wireless Networks ................... 14
Option 1: Manual wireless setup ...........14
Setting Up Wireless Networks Using an
Access Point Compliant with WPS ....... 16
Option 2: WPS push button
configuration method ............................ 16
Option 3: PIN method ........................... 17
Setting Up Wired Networks ....................... 18
Option 4: DHCP method .......................18
Option 5: Fixed IP method ....................18
Using the Bookmark Function ...................24
Registering a bookmark list ...................24
Playing back audio content in the
bookmark list .........................................24
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Using the PARTY STREAMING
Function .................................................25
Starting a PARTY .................................25
Joining a PARTY ..................................26
Connecting the Unit with
DLNA-compliant Devices .....................26
Enjoying audio content on a server
using a controller ...................................26
Others
Setting Screen on the Browser ...................27
Using the setting screen on
the browser ............................................27
Starting the browser with
Windows XP .........................................28
Specifications .............................................29
Precautions .................................................30
Glossary ......................................................31
Listening to Audio Content
Over Your Home Network
Using DLNA (Digital Living Network
Alliance) ................................................ 20
Listening to audio content on
a computer with Windows 7 ................. 20
Listening to audio content on
a computer with Windows Vista/
Windows XP ......................................... 22
Listening to audio content on
a server .................................................. 23
Playing Back Audio Content on a Server
at Random ............................................. 23
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting ..........................................33
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Features of this unit
You can enjoy music from anywhere in your home by connecting this DLNA (Digital Living
Network Alliance)-compliant unit to a network. For example, you can play back audio content
stored on the computer in the bedroom, using this unit in the living room (page 20).
PARTY STREAMING function
PARTY STREAMING allows you to play back the same audio content with other devices
having to the PARTY STREAMING function at the same time (page 25).
360-degree omni-sound
360-degree omni-sound enables you to enjoy high quality sound anywhere in the room.
Using this unit offline
You can use this unit as a normal active speaker when you connect your portable audio player
to the AUDIO IN terminal of this unit (page 10).
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Product Overview
1: Setting up your home network
Refer to the following pages according to your network environment.
Wireless networks
. Set up your network using the supplied CD-ROM. Refer to the leaflet
“Preparations for listening to music via your home network” for details.
Refer to page 14 when you set up your network manually.
WPS* compliant wireless networks
. Page 16
Wired networks
. Page 18
* WPS is a standard for easy and secure establishment of a wireless home network. Many
new wireless LAN router/access point come with this feature.
2: Listening to the music from a server
You need a DLNA-compliant digital media controller (not supplied) to find your favorite
music content on your server (computer, etc.), and send them to play on this unit. For
details, refer to page 20.
DLNA controller
Control
Access
Deliver
Server Network controlled player (this unit)
You can enjoy audio content using only this unit and a computer by using the computer
as both server and controller. Windows 7 has to be installed on your computer to use this
function. For details, refer to page 20.
Deliver
DLNA controller/Server
(Windows 7-based computer)
Network controlled player (this unit)
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Getting Started
Guide to Parts and Controls
Main unit
Front
A PARTY button
Press to use the PARTY STREAMING
function (page 25).
Tip
This button also receives signals from a remote
control.
Operate the remote control aiming at this point.
The remote signal reception of this unit may not
work correctly when the surface of this button is
dirty.
B PARTY STREAMING indicator
Indicates the PARTY STREAMING status
(page 25).
Green: The unit is having a PARTY as
PARTY host.
Amber: The unit has joined a PARTY as
PARTY guest.
Red: An error has occurred.
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C Illumination indicator
Indicates the playback status of audio
content.
White: The unit is in playback mode.
Blue: The unit has stopped playing back
audio content.
Note
This indicator normally lights up in white even
if the unit stops playing when audio input is
selected.
D AUDIO IN button/indicator
Press to switch the input between the home
network and the audio input.
Lights up in green when the audio input is
selected.
This indicator goes off when the unit
connects to your home network (with
either a wireless or wired connection).
E VOL+/– buttons
Use to adjust the volume. The illumination
indicator flashes when the volume level is
set to either minimum or maximum.
F NETWORK STANDBY indicator
Lights up in amber when the unit is in the
network standby mode (page 13).
G LINK indicator
Indicates the connection status of the
wired/wireless LAN.
Green: Wireless connection (page 14).
Amber: Wired connection (page 18).
Red: The following status have occurred.
– This unit cannot find the wireless
LAN access point.
– The security method/password
selected for the access point is wrong.
– An error has occurred.
Not lit: The wireless network setting
process is not finished.
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Rear
H WPS button
Use to make the network settings for the
WPS push button configuration (page 16).
I DC IN terminal
Use to connect the supplied AC adaptor
(page 12).
J AUDIO IN terminal
Use to connect the audio output jack of an
external component.
K (LAN) port
Use to connect the network (LAN) cable.
L Power switch
Slide the switch to turn the power on or off.
Note
You cannot operate this unit via a home network
when the power switch is set to OFF. Set the unit
to the network standby mode when you want to
operate the unit via a home network. Refer to
“To set the network standby mode” (page 13).
M ALL RESET button
Press and hold for more than three seconds
to reset the unit to its factory default
settings when the power switch is set to
ON.
Use a thin object, such as a small pin.
The bookmark list (page 24) and any other
previously registered settings or
information will be reset.
Note
Network settings are also reset when you press
ALL RESET button.
ALL RESET
button
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Remote control
Getting Started
A DIMMER button
Press to change the brightness of the
illumination indicator (normal/dark).
B INPUT button
Press to change the input between the
home network and the audio input.
C BOOKMARKS buttons
Use for the bookmark function (page 24).
CALL button
Press to play back the audio content in the
bookmark list.
ADD button
Press to add audio content to the bookmark
list.
DEL button
Press to delete audio content from the
bookmark list.
D Operation buttons
> button*: Skip to the next audio
content item.
. button*: Back to the previous audio
content item.
N/X*/x button: Start/pause/stop
playback.
* These buttons may not work depending on the
device or the function you are using.
E ?/1 (power) button
Press to switch between power on and
network standby mode.
F PARTY button
Press to use the PARTY STREAMING
function (page 25).
G VOLUME buttons
Press to adjust the volume.
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Checking the Supplied Accessories
Remote control (1)
AC adaptor (1)
AC power cord (1)
Operating Instructions (this manual) (1)
Preparations for listening to music via your
home network (Leaflet) (1)
Network (LAN) cable (1)
CD-ROM (“Network Speaker Wi-Fi Utility”)
(1)
Preparing the Unit and the Remote
Connecting to an AC power source
1
Connect the AC power cord to
the AC adaptor.
Preparing the remote control
The supplied lithium battery (CR2025) has
already been inserted into the remote control.
Pull out the protective sheet before use.
Replacing the battery of the
remote control
If the remote control stops working, replace
the battery (CR2025) with a new one.
2 Plug the connector of the AC
adaptor into the DC IN terminal
on the unit.
3 Plug the AC power cord to a
wall outlet (the mains).
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1 Pull out the battery holder.
2 Remove the old battery from the battery
holder and then insert a new battery.
3 Reinsert the battery holder into the remote
control.
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