Sony SANS500 User Manual

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Network Speaker

Operating Instructions

Getting Started

Network Connections

Listening to Audio Content Over Your Home Network

Enjoying Sony Multiple-Room Products

Using AirPlay

Others

Troubleshooting

SA-NS500

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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.

The dating code and the nameplate are located on the bottom exterior.

On the battery for the remote control

CAUTION

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.

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.

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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.

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).

RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES

Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environmen t by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you.

For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/

Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries.

CAUTION

You are cautioned that an y 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.

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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For customers in Canada

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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Features of this unit ...................................... 6

Product Overview ........................................7

Getting Started

Guide to Parts and Controls ......................... 8

Main unit ................................................. 8

Remote control ...................................... 13

Checking the Supplied Accessories ........... 14

Preparing the Unit and the Remote

Control .................................................. 14

Connecting to an AC power source ...... 14

Preparing the remote control ................. 14

Turning the Unit On or Off ........................15

Network Connections

How to Connect Your Network ................. 17

Setting Up Wireless Networks ................... 17

Option 1: Manual wireless setup ...........17

Setting Up Wireless Networks Using an

Access Point Compliant with WPS ....... 19

Option 2: WPS push button

configuration method ............................ 19

Option 3: PIN method ........................... 20

Setting Up Wired Networks ....................... 21

Option 4: DHCP method .......................21

Option 5: Fixed IP method ....................21

Setting up a proxy server ........................... 23

Listening to Audio Content Over Your Home Network

Using DLNA (Digital Living Network

Alliance) ................................................ 24

Listening to audio content on

a computer with Windows 7 ................. 24

Listening to audio content on a computer with Windows Vista/

Windows XP ......................................... 26

Listening to audio content on

a server .................................................. 27

Playing Back Audio Content on

a Server at Random ...............................28

Using the Bookmark Function ...................28

Registering a bookmark list ...................28

Playing back audio content in the

bookmark list .........................................29

Enjoying Sony Multiple-Room Products

Using the PARTY STREAMING

Function .................................................30

Starting a PARTY .................................30

Joining a PARTY ..................................31

Connecting the Unit with

DLNA-compliant Devices .....................31

Enjoying audio content on a server

using a controller ...................................31

Using AirPlay

Using the AirPlay function .........................32

Others

Updating software ......................................34

Setting Screen on the Browser ...................34

Using the setting screen on

the browser ............................................35

Starting the browser with

Windows XP .........................................35

Specifications .............................................37

Precautions .................................................38

Notes on unit disposal ...........................38

Glossary ......................................................40

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting ..........................................42

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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 24).

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 30).

AirPlay function

You can play audio from on iPhone, iPod touch or iPad, and a Mac or PC with iTunes. You can also control audio content from anywhere in your home (page 32).

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 11).

Using this unit all in wireless

This unit has an internal battery. You can use this unit without connecting the AC power cord after charging it (page 14).

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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 17 when you set up your network manually.

WPS* compliant wireless networks

. Page 19

Wired networks

. Page 21

* 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 24.

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 24.

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

Top

A Handle

Use this handle when you carry the unit.

B CHG/BATT indicator

Indicates the charging status of the unit (page 14). Green: The unit is being discharged. Amber: The unit is being discharged and the battery is low. Red: The unit is being charged. Not lit: The unit is full charged.

Tip

When the unit is fully charged, you can use it for playback for approximately 2 hours at the maximum volume level. You can use it for playback for approximately 5 hours at a volume level of 15 (of max 30).

C ?/1 (on/standby) button, indicator

Press to switch between power on and the standby mode currently selected (page 15).

Indicates the power status of the unit (page 15). Green: The unit is turned on. Amber: The unit is in the network standby mode. Red: The unit is in the standby mode. Not lit: The unit is turned off.

Note

You cannot operate this unit via a home network when the unit is in the standby mode or the OPERATE ON/OFF switch is set to OFF. Set the unit to the network standby mode when you

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want to operate the unit via a home network. Refer to “To set the network standby mode” (page 15).

D PARTY START/CLOSE button,

PARTY STREAMING indicator

Press to use the PARTY STREAMING function (page 30).

Indicates the PARTY STREAMING status (page 30). 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.

E AirPlay indicator

Lights up in green when the AirPlay function is in use (page 32).

F AUDIO IN indicator

Lights up in green when the audio input is selected.

G INPUT button

Press to switch between the following inputs in the order shown. Home network/AirPlay/audio input

H VOLUME+

/– buttons

Use to adjust the volume. The illumination indicator flashes when the volume level is set to either minimum or maximum.

• This indicator normally lights up in white even if the unit stops playing when audio input is selected.

Home network is selected automatically when both the AUDIO IN indicator and AirPlay indicator are off (page 17).

The button has a tactile dot. Use it as a reference point for operations.

Getting Started

I Illumination indicator

Indicates the playback status of audio content. Blue (lit): The unit has stopped playing back audio content. White (lit): The unit is in playback mode. White (flashing): The unit is in preparation for playback. An error has occurred in the playback or the bookmark operation if it is flashing quickly.

Notes

• This indicator flashes during start up. It may take for a while.

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Front

J Remote sensor

Receives signals from remote control. Operate the remote control aiming at this point. The remote signal reception angle of this unit is 100° from side to side, and it covers a range of over 200° from the remote sensor.

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Rear

Getting Started

K DC IN terminal

Use to connect the supplied AC adaptor (page 14).

L AUDIO IN terminal

Use to connect the audio output jack of an external component.

M (LAN) port

Use to connect the network (LAN) cable.

N UPDATE button, indicator

Press to start updating the software of the unit (page 34). 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.

O WPS button

Use to make the network settings for the WPS push button configuration (page 19).

P LINK indicator

Indicates the connection status of the wired/wireless LAN. Green: Wireless connection (page 17). Amber: Wired connection (page 21). 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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Bottom

Q ALL RESET pinhole button

Press and hold for more than three seconds to reset the unit to its factory default settings when the OPERATE ON/OFF switch is set to ON. Use a thin object, such as a small pin. The bookmark list (page 28) and any other previously registered settings or information will be reset.

Note

Network settings are also reset when you press ALL RESET button.

R OPERATE ON/OFF switch

Switch to ON to use or charge the unit. Switch to OFF when you will not use the unit for a long time (page 15).

S STANDBY MODE switch

Switch between the standby mode and the network standby mode (page 15).

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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 switch between the following inputs in the order shown. Home network/AirPlay/audio input

C BOOKMARKS buttons

Use for the bookmark function (page 28).

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 (on/standby) button

Press to switch between power on and the standby mode currently selected (page 15).

F PARTY button

Press to use the PARTY STREAMING function (page 30).

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) Network (LAN) cable (1) CD-ROM (“Network Speaker Wi-Fi Utility”) (1) Operating Instructions (this manual) Preparations for listening to music via your home network (Leaflet)

Preparing the Unit and the Remote Control

To use this unit all in wireless

The unit is charged automatically when you connect the unit to an AC power source. You can use the unit without connecting the AC power cord. Charging time depends on what mode the unit is in. Refer to “Charging time:” (page 37).

Notes

• Depending on the unit temperature, you may be unable to use the unit or the power may turn off automatically to protect the unit. If temperature is too high, leave the power off and wait until the unit temperature goes down. If you turn on the power without letting the unit cool sufficiently, the power may turn off again or you may be unable to operate the unit.

• If you charge the unit after it has not been used for a long time, you may be unable to charge it to the proper capacity the first time. This is due to the battery characteristics, and is not a malfunction. Charge the unit again.

Connecting to an AC power source

Connect the AC power cord to the AC adaptor.

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).

Preparing the remote control

The supplied lithium battery (CR2025) has already been inserted into the remote control. Pull out the protective sheet before use.

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Replacing the battery of the remote control

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

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.

Turning the Unit On or Off

Set the OPERATE ON/OFF switch to ON

The ?/1 (on/standby) indicator flashes in green and the illumination indicator lights up. You can operate this unit when the ?/1 (on/ standby) indicator lights up in green and the illumination indicator lights up. It may take a while.

To set the network standby mode

Getting Started

1 Set the STANDBY MODE switch to

NETWORK STANDBY.

2 Press the ?/1 (on/standby) button.

The ?/1 (on/standby) indicator lights up in amber.

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Notes

• Keep this unit in the network standby mode so it can be controlled from a controller even when you are not currently operating this unit.

• The unit enters the selected standby mode when it is idle for 30 minutes. If the unit is being discharged and it is idle for another 30 minutes in the network standby mode, the unit enters another standby mode that saves the battery life.

Tips

• The STANDBY MODE switch is set to STANDBY in the factory default settings.

• The unit can be controlled from the controller on your network, etc., when the unit is in the network standby mode. The unit turns on automatically when the controller delivers audio content to this unit.

To set the standby mode

To resume power from the network standby mode or the standby mode

Press ?/1 (on/standby) on the remote control. You can also use the ?/1 (on/standby) button on the unit. The ?/1 (on/standby) indicator lights up in green and the illumination indicator lights up.

To turn the unit off

Set the OPERATE ON/OFF switch to OFF when you need to turn the unit off, such as when you do not use for a long time. When the unit is not connected to the AC adaptor, set the OPERATE ON/OFF switch to OFF in order to avoid discharging the battery.

1 Set the STANDBY MODE switch to

STANDBY.

2 Press the ?/1 (on/standby) button.

The ?/1 (on/standby) indicator lights up in red.

Note

You cannot operate this unit via a home network when the unit is in the standby mode. Set the unit to the network standby mode when you want to operate the unit via a home network.

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Network Connections

How to Connect Your

Setting Up Wireless Networks

Network

Set up the network after checking your network environment. Refer to the following descriptions.

Wireless Network:

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 option 1 when you set up your network manually.

• Option 1: Manual wireless setup

WPS Compliant Wireless Network:

• Option 2: WPS push button configuration method (page 19)

• Option 3: PIN method (page 20)

Wired network:

• Option 4: DHCP method (page 21)

• Option 5: Fixed IP method (page 21)

Tip

You can set up a wireless network using a fixed IP address. Refer to the instructions for a wired network (page 21).

Option 1: Manual wireless setup

Your computer must be connected to the wireless LAN router/access point in advance. Write down important information such as the SSID and security method, etc. of your wireless LAN router/access point. Refer to the operating instructions of the router.

SSID

Security method

Security key (WEP/WPA key, etc.)

1 Check whether your computer

and wireless LAN router/ access point are turned on.

2 Connect the unit and the

wireless LAN router/access point using a network (LAN) cable.

Network Connections

When a problem occurs while you are making the network settings

Press ALL RESET button on the bottom of the unit with a pointed object (such as a small pin) (page 12).

Network (LAN) cable

3 Turn the unit on. 4 Click [My Network] or [Network]

t [SA-NS500].

The [Sony Network Device Setting] screen appears.

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Notes

• Install the UPnP service in advance if you are using Windows XP (page 35).

• Refer to “Setting Screen on the Browser” (page 34) for details on the display of [My Network] or [Network].

• Check your set-up of the firewall of the security software if you cannot find [SA-NS500] or the browser does not open even if you double-click [SA-NS500] on screen of your computer.

• Restart your computer if you cannot find [SA-NS500].

5 Select the desired language

when the “Language Setup” screen appears.

6 Select [Network Settings] from

the menu.

7 Enter the SSID of your access

point, then select the security method.

Enter the SSID and Security Method. Refer to the memo that you wrote for this information (page 17). Enter Security key (WEP/WPA key, etc.) if you selected anything other than [No Security] as a security method.

Apply

Note

You cannot input the following characters. : / ? # [ ] @ ! $ & ' ( ) * + , ; = " %

8 Click [Apply]. 9 Click [OK] when the

confirmation screen of the pop-up window appears.

10Disconnect the unit and the

wireless LAN router/access point following the on-screen instructions.

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

Tip

Refer to the operating instructions for details on the access point.

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About wireless LAN security

Since communication via the wireless LAN function is established by radio waves, the wireless signal may be susceptible to interception. To protect wireless communication, this system supports various security functions. Be sure to correctly configure the security settings in accordance with your network environment.

No Security

Although you can easily make settings, anyone can intercept wireless communication or intrude into your wireless network, even without any sophisticated tools. Keep in mind that there is a risk of unauthorized access or interception of data.

WEP

WEP applies security to communications to prevent outsiders from intercepting communications or intruding into your wireless network. WEP is a legacy security technology that enables older devices, which do not support TKIP/AES, to be connected.

WPA-PSK (TKIP), WPA2-PSK (TKIP)

TKIP is a security technology developed to correct for the deficiencies of WEP. TKIP assures a higher security level than WEP.

Setting Up Wireless Networks Using an Access Point Compliant with WPS

Option 2: WPS push button configuration method

Check whether the network (LAN) cable is disconnected.

Disconnect the network (LAN) cable after setting the OPERATE ON/OFF to OFF if the network (LAN) cable is connected.

2 Turn the unit on.

You can operate this unit when the ?/1 (on/standby) indicator lights up in green and the illumination indicator lights up. It may take a while.

Note

Make sure the home network input is selected.

3 Press the WPS button on the

access point.

Network Connections

WPA-PSK (AES), WPA2-PSK (AES)

AES is a security technology that uses an advanced security method that is distinct from WEP and TKIP. AES assures a higher security level than WEP or TKIP.

WPS button*

* The position and the shape of the WPS button

are different depending on the model of the access point.

Tip

Refer to the operating instructions of your wireless LAN router/access point for details on the WPS button.

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4 Press the WPS button on the

unit for three seconds.

The LINK indicator lights up in green when the connection is made.

Option 3: PIN method

Your computer must be connected to the wireless LAN router/access point in advance. Write down the SSID of your wireless LAN router/access point.

SSID

Refer to the operating instructions of the access point.

1 Check whether your computer

and wireless LAN router/ access point are turned on.

2 Connect the unit and the

wireless LAN router/access point using a network (LAN) cable.

[SA-NS500] or the browser does not open even if you double-click [SA-NS500] on screen of your computer.

• Restart your computer if you cannot find [SA-NS500].

5 Select the desired language

when the “Language Setup” screen appears.

6 Select [Network Settings] from

the menu.

7 Enter the SSID of your access

point.

Enter the SSID. Refer to the memo that you wrote for this information.

Network (LAN) cable

3 Turn the unit on. 4 Click [My Network] or [Network]

t [SA-NS500].

The [Sony Network Device Setting] screen appears.

Notes

• Install the UPnP service in advance if you are using Windows XP (page 35).

• Refer to “Setting Screen on the Browser” (page 34) for details on the display of [My Network] or [Network].

• Check your set-up of the firewall of the security software if you cannot find

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8 Select [PIN method], then click

[Start].

Setting Up Wired Networks

Option 4: DHCP method

Usually, the DHCP setting is set to ON when you connect your computer to the network. Try the following method if you are using a wired network. Set the DHCP setting of your computer to ON in advance.

Network Connections

An eight-digit number (PIN code) appears on the screen.

9 Enter the unit’s PIN code in the

wireless LAN router/access point.

Tip

Refer to the operating instructions for details on the wireless LAN router/access point.

10Click [OK] on the PIN code

screen that is displayed in step

Disconnect the network (LAN) cable, etc., following the on-screen instructions. The unit restarts automatically, then the LINK indicator lights up in green when the connection is made.

Note

Perform the process aga in from step 1 when the LINK indicator flashes in red.

1 Check whether your computer

and router are turned on.

2 Connect the unit and the router

using a network (LAN) cable.

3 Connect the router and your

computer using a second network (LAN) cable.

Network (LAN) cable (not supplied)

Network (LAN) cable

4 Turn the unit on.

The LINK indicator lights up in amber when the connection is made.

Option 5: Fixed IP method

Your computer must be connected to the router in advance.

Tip

You can also select the WPS push button configuration method in step 8.

1 Set the DHCP setting of your

computer and the router to ON.

2 Connect the router and the unit

using a network (LAN) cable.

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3 Check whether your computer

and router are turned on.

4 Turn the unit on. 5 Click [My Network] or [Network]

t [SA-NS500].

The [Sony Network Device Setting] screen appears.

Notes

• Install the UPnP service in advance if you are using Windows XP (page 35).

• Check your set-up of the firewall of the security software if you cannot find [SA-NS500] or the browser does not open even if you double-click [SA-NS500] on screen of your computer.

• Restart your computer if you cannot find [SA-NS500].

6 Select the desired language

when the “Language Setup” screen appears.

8 Remove the checkmark in the

check box beside [Automatic Setup], then input the required information for each item.

Apply

• IP Address (IP address of the unit)

• Subnet Mask

• Default Gateway

• Primary DNS (IP address of the primary DNS)

• Secondary DNS (IP address of the Secondary DNS)

9 Click [Apply].

7 Select [Network Settings] from

the menu.

10Click [OK] when the

confirmation screen of the pop-up window appears.

The unit restarts automatically, then the LINK indicator lights up in amber when the connection is made.

Note

Set the DHCP setting of your computer and router to OFF again.

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Setting up a proxy server

If you need to use a proxy server (for example, when you are instructed to use a proxy server by your Internet service provider), be sure to prepare the proxy address and the port number in advance.

1 Check whether your computer

and router/access point are turned on.

2 Connect the unit and router/

access point using a network (LAN) cable.

Wireless or wired network (LAN)

Network (LAN) cable

3 Turn the unit on.

5 Select the desired language

when the “Language Setup” screen appears.

Network Connections

6 Select [Network Settings] from

the menu.

7 Add a check mark to “Use

Proxy Server” and enter the proxy address and port number.

4 Click [My Network] or [Network]

t [SA-NS500].

The [Sony Network Device Setting] screen appears.

Notes

• Install the UPnP service in advance if you are using Windows XP (page 35).

• Refer to “Setting Screen on the Browser” (page 34) for details on the display of [My Network] or [Network].

• Check your set-up of the firewall of the security software if you cannot find [SA-NS500] or the browser does not open even if you double-click [SA-NS500] on screen of your computer.

• Restart your computer if you cannot find [SA-NS500].

Apply

8 Click [Apply]. 9 Click [OK] when the

confirmation screen of the pop-up window appears.

The unit restarts automatically, then the LINK indicator lights up in amber when the connection is made.

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Listening to Audio Content Over Your Home Network

tab, the file is DRM-copyrighted and cannot be played back on this

• You may not be able to play back some content with DLNA CERTIFIED products.

unit.

Using DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)

You can play back audio content on DLNA-compliant servers such as your computer, or network audio, etc., on this unit. A DLNA-compliant controller device (a remote control device, etc.) is needed for the operation. You can use Windows 7 as both server and controller.

DLNA controller

Control

Access

Deliver

Server Network controlled

The unit can play audio content stored on the server in MP3, Linear PCM, WMA and AAC* formats. Audio content with DRM (Digital Rights Management) copyright protection cannot be played on this unit.

* The unit can play AAC files with the extension of

“.m4a,” “.mp4,” or “.3gp” only.

Notes

• Generally, it may take a while to recognize each DLNA-compliant device currently used when you enjoy audio content via a home network.

unit cannot playback files in WMA format

•This with DRM copyright protection. If a WMA file cannot be played back on this property of that file on your computer, and see whether the file is DRM-copyrighted. Open a folder or a volume where the WMA file is stored, and right-click the file to display the [Property] window. When there is the [Licence]

player (this unit)

unit, check the

Listening to audio content on a computer with Windows 7

Windows 7 supports DLNA1.5. Windows 7 can be used as both server and controller. You can listen to audio content on the server easily using the [Play To] function of Windows 7.

Control &

Deliver

DLNA controller/Server (Windows 7-based computer)

Note

The items displayed on the computer may be different from the ones shown in this section, depending on the version of the operating system or the computer environment. For details, refer to the help of your operating system.

Setting up a computer with Windows 7

1 Go to [Start] - [Control Panel] and select

[View network status and tasks] under [Network and Internet]. The [Network and Sharing Center] window appears.

Tip

If the desired item does not appear in the display, try to change the display type of the Control Panel.

Network controlled player (this unit)

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2 Select [Public network] under [View your

active networks]. If the display shows other than [Public network], go to step 5.

6 Select [Choose media streaming options...]

from [Media streaming].

The [Set Network Location] window appears.

3 Select [Home network] or [Work network]

according to the environment in which the speaker is used.

4 Follow the instructions that appear on the

display according to the environment in which the speaker is used. When the change is completed, confirm that the item under [View your active networks] has been changed to [Home network] or [Work network] in the [Network and Sharing Center] window.

5 Select [Change advanced sharing settings].

7 If [Media streaming is not turned on]

appears in the Media streaming options window, select [Turn on media streaming].

8 Select [Allow All].

The [Allow all media devices] window opens. If all the devices in the local network are [Allowed] to access your network, select [OK] and close the window.

9 Select [Allow all computers and media

devices].

10Select [OK] to close the window.

Listening to audio content stored on a computer with Windows 7

1 Start [Windows Media Player] of Windows

2 Turn on media streaming. 3 Select the desired audio content, then click

the right mouse button.

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4 Select [Play To] from the menu.

The device list appears.

5 Select [SA-NS500].

The audio content is played back from this speaker.

depending on the version of the operating system or the computer environment. For details, refer to the help of your operating system.

Setting up a computer with Windows Vista/ Windows XP

1 Go to [Start] - [All Programs] and select

[Windows Media Player]. Windows Media Player 11 starts up.

2 Select [Media Sharing...] from the [Library]

menu. If you are using Windows XP, go to step 8.

3 When is displayed, select

[Networking...].

The [Network and Sharing Center] window appears.

4 Select [Customize].

Listening to audio content on a computer with Windows Vista/ Windows XP

You need to set up Windows Media Player 11 to listen to the music using the Windows Vista/ Windows XP

Windows Media Player 11 is not manufacturerinstalled on Windows XP. Access the Microsoft web site, download the installer, and then install Windows Media Player 11 on your computer. Update the software version of your computer to XP Service Pack 2 or later, then install Windows Media Player 11. You cannot install Windows Media Player 11 on versions of XP prior to Service Pack 2.

Note

The items displayed on the computer may be different from the ones shown in this section,

as a server.

The [Set Network Location] window appears.

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5 Add a check next to [Private] and select

[Next].

6 Confirm that the [Location type] has been

changed to [Private] and select [Close].

7 Confirm that [(Private network)] is

displayed in the [Network and Sharing Center] window and close the window.

8 If a check is not added next to [Share my

media] in the [Media Sharing] window that is displayed in step 2, add a check next to [Share my media], then select [OK].

Note

Uncheck this item after you confirm that the unit can connect to the computer and play audio data on the computer.

Listening to audio content stored on a computer with Windows Vista/ Windows XP

There are two methods to listen to audio content on a computer with the Windows Vista/ Windows XP.

• Using the DLNA controller (page 24)

• Random playback

Listening to audio content on a server

The operation is different depending on the device. Refer to the operating instructions of your server or controller.

Listening to Audio Content Over Your Home Network

A list of connectable devices is displayed.

9 Select [Settings...] that appears beside

[Share my media to:].

10Add a check next to [Allow new devices

and computers automatically] and select [OK].

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Playing Back Audio

Using the Bookmark Content on a Server at Random

You can play back audio content on the server which is recognized first. You can use this function without a controller.

Notes

• This function is available only with computers that

have Windows Media Player 11/12 or VAIO Media plus 1.3 (or later) installed.

• Close any DLNA controller functions or devices,

such as the [Play To] dialogue of Windows Media Player 12, when you want to play back audio content from a server at random.

1 Press INPUT on the remote

control to select home network input.

You can also use the INPUT button on the unit.

2 Press N on the remote

control.

Audio content is played back only at random on the server which is recognized first.

Function

This function allows you to play back only

audio content that is bookmarked. You need to

back on this unit in the bookmark list.

You can register audio content which is being

played back via the network on the server in

your bookmark list.

Registering a bookmark list

1 Select the home network input.

2 Press BOOKMARKS ADD on

the remote control when you play back the desired audio content.

The illumination indicator flashes.

Deleting from the bookmark list

Press BOOKMARKS DEL on the remote

control when you are playing back or have

paused the audio content you want to

delete.

The illumination indicator flashes.

Tip

You can delete audio content currently being played

back while using the bookmark list.

Notes

• You can register up to 30 audio content items in the bookmark list.

• You cannot register the same audio content two or more times in a row.

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Playing back audio content in the bookmark list

1 Select the home network input. 2 Press BOOKMARKS CALL on

the remote control.

The illumination indicator lights up in white.

Notes

• You cannot play back audio content using the Bookmark function whe n the bookmark list is empty.

• Close any DLNA controller functions or devices, such as the [Play To] dialogue of Windows Media Player 12, when you want to play back audio content using a bookmark list.

To manage the bookmark list

The operation must be carried out using the browser. Refer to “Bookmarks screen” (page 35).

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Enjoying Sony Multiple-Room Products

Using the PARTY STREAMING Function

You can play back audio content that is being played back on this unit or on another device that has a PARTY STREAMING function at the same time, via your home network. While using the PARTY STREAMING function, the device that starts a PARTY and streams the audio content is called the “PARTY host,” and the device that joins a PARTY and plays the audio content streamed from the PARTY host is called a “PARTY guest.”

WPA2-PSK (AES).” This may improve the transfer speed and the streaming playback. Configurations of encryption (security) vary depending on the model; please refer to the operating instructions supplied with your router/access point. You can also obtain support information about wireless LAN settings on the following website. http://www.sony.net/audio/netsettings

Starting a PARTY

You can start a PARTY so that other devices which support the PARTY STREAMING function can play the same music even though they are in different rooms.

1 Make sure the PARTY guest

devices are turned on and are in a status which allows them to join a PARTY.

2 Play back audio content using

the AUDIO IN terminal or audio content stored on the server on your network on this unit.

You can enjoy the PARTY STREAMING function with other devices that have this PARTY STREAMING logo.

PARTY STREAMING in a wireless LAN environment

With some IEEE802.11n-compatible wireless LAN routers/access points, the wireless LAN transfer speed may slow down when “WEP” or “WPA/WPA2-PSK (TKIP)” is selected for the security method. If the sound skips during streaming playback using the PARTY STREAMING function, try changing the security method to “WPA/

3 Press and hold PARTY for a few

seconds.

The unit starts PARTY STREAMING and the PARTY STREAMING indicator

lights up in green. You can also use the PARTY START/ CLOSE button on the unit.

To close a PARTY

Press and hold PARTY for a few seconds. The PARTY STREAMING indicator goes off.

Notes

• An error has occurred when the PARTY

STREAMING indicator lights up in red. Perform the process from step 1 again.

• You cannot start a PARTY while you are currently

participating in a PARTY.

•The . and > buttons may not work,

depending on the server or audio content.

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• If the PARTY button is pressed on another device that complies with the PARTY STREAMING function while the unit is playing a track, the unit will start a PARTY as a PARTY host and the other device will join a PARTY as a PARTY guest.

Connecting the Unit with DLNA-compliant Devices

Joining a PARTY

The unit can join a PARTY which has been started by another device so that you can enjoy the same audio content as that being played in a different room.

When another device (PARTY host) is having a PARTY, press PARTY.

The unit joins the PARTY as a PARTY guest and the PARTY STREAMING indicator lights up in amber. You can also use the PARTY START/ CLOSE button on the unit.

To leave a PARTY

Press PARTY. The PARTY STREAMING indicator goes off.

Notes

• An error has occurred when the PARTY STREAMING indicator lights up in red. Perform the process from step 1 again.

• The PARTY STREAMING indicator lights up in amber when other devices utilizing the PARTY STREAMING function invite this unit to a PARTY. When you want to leave that PARTY, press PARTY.

• You cannot join a PARTY in the following cases: – you have a PARTY on this unit – you have already joined in another PARTY

• If you press PARTY when no PARTY is being held, but a device that complies with the PARTY STREAMING function is playing, the device will be the PARTY host and the unit will join the PARTY as a PARTY guest.

Enjoying audio content on a server using a controller

You can use DLNA Controller to control a server to stream audio content to this unit. To perform these operations, check the following first.

• Check that all devices are connected to your home network and set up correctly.

• Check that the unit and the server are turned on or the unit and the server are in the network standby - on mode.

• Check that the unit and the controller are allowed to access the server.

• Check that the unit and the server have been recognized and registered with the controller.

DLNA controller

Control

Deliver

Network controlled player (this unit)

Access

Server

Enjoying Sony Multiple-Room Products

To use the PARTY STREAMING function with a DLNA controller

You can use a DLNA controller that supports the PARTY STREAMING function to use the unit to start a PARTY that is being held by other devices.

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Using AirPlay

Using the AirPlay function

You can play audio from on iPhone, iPod touch or iPad, and a Mac or PC with iTunes.

Control & stream

Compatible iPod/iPhone/iPad models

iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPod touch (2nd, 3rd or 4th generation), iPad, iPad 2 with iOS 4.2 or later, and Mac or PC with iTunes 10.1 or later

Notes

• Update iPhone, iPod touch or iPad or iTunes to the latest version before using with the unit.

• Refer to the operating manual of your device for details on operating iPhone, iPod touch or iPad, iTunes or AirPlay.

• You cannot use the PARTY STREAMING function with audio content played back using the AirPlay function.

• Set an appropriate volume level after first lowering the volume to its lowest point when you use iTunes.

1 Tap/click on the icon at

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

iPhone, iPod touch or iPad

iTunes

2 Select “SA-NS500” on the

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

The unit will start playing back after detecting audio content.

iPhone, iPod touch or iPad

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iTunes

Tips

• You can use the VOLUME+/–, N, X, ., and > buttons on the remote contro l. Operation from

the unit's 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 remote control when you want to use the remote control to operate iTunes.

• The most recent control command to the unit is given priority. The unit starts playing back audio content of another device when it accepts control from that AirPlay-equipped device, even if this unit is being used for AirPlay with the original device.

Using AirPlay

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Others

Updating software

of the update content and type of Internet connection you are using.

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

Notes

• Perform the following operations after confirm the message and also read and agree the “END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR SONY SOFTWARE” (page 49).

• Make sure you do not attempt any of the following operations while the update is in progress. – Turning the unit off – Connecting or disconnecting the network (LAN)

cable

• You must set up a proxy server if you use the Internet environment via a proxy server (page 23).

1 Quit all operations before

updating.

Tip

If you do not quit those, the unit will quit or stop all operations automatically.

2 Press UPDATE on the unit for

three seconds.

The update starts. The UPDATE indicator flashes during the update.

Setting Screen on the Browser

Start up the browser of the unit referring to the followings.

For Windows 7 users: Double-click [Computer] on the desk top, then click [Network] on the left side of the screen. Double-click [SA-NS500]. Select the desired language after the “Language Setup” screen appears.

For Windows Vista users: Click [Start] t [Network], and then double-click [SA-NS500]. Select the desired language after the “Language Setup” screen appears.

For Windows XP users: Click [Start] t [My Network], and then double-click [SA-NS500]. Select the desired language after the “Language Setup” screen appears.

System requirements for the computer

Notes

• It takes for a while to finish updating.

• You cannot operate the unit until updating has completed.

• The UPDATE indicator lights up and that button can be used only when the unit is being charged.

• It may take several minutes to update the software of the unit. The time required depends on the size

• Compliant computer: IBM PC/AT or compatible computers

• Operating systems: Windows 7 Ultimate Windows 7 Professional Windows 7 Home Premium Windows 7 Home Basic Windows 7 Starter Windows Vista Ultimate Windows Vista Business Windows Vista Home Premium Windows Vista Home Basic

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Windows XP Professional (other than 64 bit) Windows XP Home Edition

• Suitable browsers Internet Explorer 7 or later

Using the setting screen on the browser

You can make the various settings of this unit using the setting screen on the browser.

Device Details screen

You can check the information on this unit.

Bookmarks screen

You can manage the bookmark playlist using this screen.

Starting the browser with Windows XP

You have to install the UPnP service for browsing.

Note

Others

Network Settings screen

You can make the network settings using this screen.

1 Click [Control Panel] t [Add or

Remove Programs].

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2 Click [Add/Remove Windows

Components].

The Windows Components Wizard appears.

3 Click [Networking Services] t

[Details...].

6 Click [Finish].

4 Put a check the checkbox

beside [UPnP User Interface], then click [OK].

5 Click [Next].

The [Completing the Windows Components Wizard] window appears.

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Specifications

AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS

POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION:

Tweeter L+R With 5 ohms loads, both channels driven, from 500 - 20 kHz; rated 10 watts per channels minimum RMS power, with no more than 1 % total harmonic distortion from 1 watts to rated output.

Power Output (reference):

Tweeter L+R 12 W + 12 W (5 ohms, 1 kHz,

THD 10%)

Woofer 12 W (6 ohms, 100 Hz, THD 10%)

Wireless LAN section

Compatible standards:

IEEE 802.11 b/g (WEP 64 bit, WEP 128 bit,

WPA/WPA2-PSK (AES), WPA/WPA2-PSK (TKIP))

Radio frequency:

2.4 GHz

Inputs/Outputs

Speakers

Tweeter Approx. 30 mm (1 3/16 in) diameter × 4 Woofer Approx. 110 mm (4 3/8 in) diameter × 1

AUDIO IN jack:

Stereo mini jack Voltage: 1.0 V

General

Operating temperature:

0°C - 40°C (32 °F - 104 °F)

Power requirements:

AC adaptor Input: 120-240V AC, 50/60Hz Output: DC18V 2.6A

Power consumption:

When the unit is on: DC18V 1.3A When the unit in the standby mode:

0.5W or below

When the unit in the network standby mode:

4.0W or below

Battery life:

Maximum volume level (30): Approx. 2 hours Half volume level (15): Approx. 5 hours

Charging time:

When the unit in the network standby/standby

mode: Approx. 3 hours

When the unit is on: Approx. 5 hours

Dimensions (w/h/d) (including projecting parts and controls):

Approx. 241 × 325 × 241 mm (Approx. 9 1/2 × 12 7/8 × 9 1/2 in)

Mass

Approx. 4.2 kg (9 lb 4 oz)

Supplied accessories:

See page 14.

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Others

Network port:

10BASE-T/100BASE-TX (Auto Polarity)

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Precautions

On safety

• Before operating the system, be sure that the operating voltage of the system is identical with that of your local power supply.

Where purchased Operating voltage

North America 120 V AC, 60 Hz

• If you use a pacemaker or other medical device, consult your physician or the manufacturer of your medical device before using the wireless LAN function.

On cleaning

• Wipe the unit using a soft cloth such as the cloths used for cleaning eye glasses, etc.

• Do not use alcohol, benzine, or thinner to clean the cabinet.

• Use only the supplied AC adaptor and AC power cord.

On operation

• Do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the system, have the system checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

• This system is not magnetically shielded, do not leave recorded tapes, watches, personal credit cards, or floppy disks with magnetic coding in front of the system for an extended period of time.

• Do not put anything on top of the unit.

• Use the handle on the top of the unit when you carry it.

• If you do not intend to use the unit for a long time, at least once every six months, charge the unit by connecting the AC adaptor, to protect the battery.

On placement

• Do not set the unit in an inclined position.

• Do not leave the unit in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, moisture, rain or mechanical shock.

• Do not place metal objects in front of the front panel. They may limit reception of radio waves.

• Do not place the system in a place where medical equipment is in use. It may cause a malfunction of medical equipment.

If the TV picture or monitor display is magnetically distorted

This speaker system is not magnetically shielded, and the picture on nearby TV sets may become magnetically distorted. In this situation, turn off the TV, wait 15 to 30 minutes, and turn it back on. If there is no improvement, move the speakers far away from the TV.

Notes on unit disposal

Remove the built-in lithium-ion battery when disposing of the unit, and return the battery to a recycling location. The procedure for removing the battery is explained below.

Note

Never disassemble the unit except when disposing of it.

Notes on the lithium-ion battery

• Keep the battery out of the reach of children.

• Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers. Short-circuiting may occur if you do so.

WARNING

Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, or incinerate.

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1 Remove the rubber cover of the

illumination indicator.

2 Remove the 2 screws using a

screw driver, then lift up the top panel of the unit.

3 Remove the flexible cable from

the top panel of the unit, then remove the 4 screws.

4 Lift up the side cover, then

remove the flexible cable in the direction of an arrow.

5 Remove the tape, then remove

the connector.

Others

6 Remove the 2 screws, then

remove the battery cover and the battery pack.

Battery pack

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Glossary

x Access Point (AP)

A specially configured network device on a wireless local area network (WLAN). Access points act as a central transmitter and receiver of WLAN signals.

x DHCP

Abbreviation for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. A system for automatically allocating configuration data required for an Internet connection.

x DLNA

Abbreviation for Digital Living Network Alliance. The DLNA is a nonprofit organization that establishes design guidelines for digital content shared over networks. For details, see http://www.dlna.org/home/

x DNS

Abbreviation for Domain Name System. A server that translates domain names to IP addresses, or IP addresses to domain names. A DNS is identified by an IP address. Also called a “DNS server.”

x IP address

IP addresses usually consist of four groups of up to three digits each, separated by a period (such as 192.168.239.1). All devices on a network must have an IP address.

x LAN

Abbreviation for Local Area Network. LAN is a general name for networks set up for communication among devices including computers, printers, and fax machines in relatively small areas such as offices or buildings.

x Network key (security key)

An encryption key used to limit the devices with which communication can occur. It is used to provide higher security for devices communicating via a wireless LAN router/ access point.

x Proxy

A program or a server that provides Internet access to computers within a firewall or quicker downloading of web pages.

x Router

A device that bridges networks, converting the protocols and addresses of each network. When connecting multiple network devices to the Internet, a router is necessary. The term “router” by itself may refer to any of these devices.

x SSID

Abbreviation for Service Set IDentifier. It is a name that identifies a particular access point within an IEEE 802.11 wireless LAN. To connect with an access point, a client device must be set with the same SSID. SSIDs can be up to 32 characters long. For higher security, a network key is normally also used. In this case, connection cannot occur unless the SSID matches the network key.

x WEP

Abbreviation for Wired Equivalent Privacy. An encryption key used in wireless LAN networks. As an IEEE standard based on RC4 algorithm cryptography, WEP is used to secure IEEE 802.11b wireless networks. During the transmission of a message between a wireless LAN access point and a client device, the sending side encrypts the data and the receiving side decrypts it. For communication to occur, both devices must use a common code key, which is called the “WEP key.” The encryption level is indicated by the bit count of the key; e.g., 64 bits or 128 bits. The higher the bit count, the higher the security level.

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x WPA

Abbreviation for Wi-Fi Protected Access. An encryption standard for wireless LAN networks created by the Wi-Fi Alliance to remedy a number of serious security problems in the WEP system. In addition to the network name (SSID) and encryption key (WEP), this protocol uses a user authentication framework called “EAP” (Extensible Authentication Protocol) and a protocol called “TKIP” (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) which automatically updates the encryption code at regular intervals for higher security.

x WPA2

Abbreviation for Wi-Fi Protected Access 2. An encryption standard for wireless LAN networks. As an upgraded version of WPA created by the Wi-Fi Alliance, this standard uses AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) cryptography to provide stronger security than WPA.

x WPS

Abbreviation for Wi-Fi Protected Setup. A wireless network standard created by the WiFi Alliance to allow you to set up a wireless network easily. A push button configuration method and a PIN code method are available.

Others

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Troubleshooting

If a problem occurs while operating the unit, follow the steps described below before consulting your nearest Sony dealer. If an error message appears, it is recommended that you make a note of its contents for reference.

1 Check to see if the problem is

listed in this “Troubleshooting” section.

2 Check the following customer

support site.

http://www.esupport.sony.com/ You will find the latest support information and a FAQ at this web site.

3 If, after steps 1 and 2, you still

cannot solve the problem, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

If the problem persists after doing all of the above, consult your nearest Sony dealer. When bringing the product in for repairs, be sure to bring in the entire system (main unit, remote control, AC adaptor, and AC power cord). This product is a system product, and so the entire system is needed to determine the section requiring repair.

Power

The unit does not turn on.

• Make sure the AC adaptor and AC power cord are connected correctly.

• Make sure the OPERATE ON/OFF switch is set to ON.

• Set the OPERATE ON/OFF switch to OFF, and then set it to ON again.

The unit does not work after you set the OPERATE ON/OFF switch to ON.

• It takes about 40 seconds for the unit to turn on. You cannot control the unit while the ?/1 (on/standby) indicator is flashing. Please wait until the ?/1 (on/standby) indicator stops flashing.

The unit remains warm after the power is turned off.

• When the unit is in the network standby mode, some parts of the internal system remain active. Press the ?/1 (on/standby) button after setting the STANDBY MODE switch to STANDBY. Or set the OPERATE ON/OFF switch to OFF to limit the power consumption to a minimum. However, the unit cannot be operated using a controller with this setting.

The unit turns on and starts playback automatically.

• The unit can be controlled by a controller. If the unit receives an order to play the audio content on the server while it is in the network standby mode, it turns on and starts playback automatically. Press the ?/1 (on/standby) button after setting the STANDBY MODE switch to STANDBY. Or set the OPERATE ON/ OFF switch to OFF to limit the power consumption to a minimum.

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The unit turns off automatically.

Sound output

There is no sound.

• Press the VOLUME + button to turn up the volume. The unit may have been set to silence the sound by a controller. If the sound is output for a moment and then is silenced again, the unit may have received a command to silence the sound. Confirm the setting of the controller and release deleting the sound.

• When the PARTY STREAMING indicator lights up in amber, confirm the audio format of the audio content that is being played by the PARTY host. The unit stops playback when the PARTY host plays audio content with an audio format that cannot be played on the unit.

The sound skips.

• The sound may skip depending on the network environment, etc., when you use a wireless network.

• The servers are overloaded. Close all other applications you are currently using.

Network

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

• If you use the unit in a network environment without a router, it may take about a minute for the unit to obtain its IP address after you turn on the power.

• The IP address may be in use by another device when you use a fixed IP address. Use a different IP address in this case.

The unit cannot connect to the network via a wireless LAN 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 access point (wireless LAN router) setting is correct. For details on the access point setting, refer to the operating instructions of the access point.

The unit cannot connect to the WPS via a wireless LAN connection.

• You cannot connect to a network using WPS when your access point is set to WEP. Set up your network after searching the access point using the access point scan.

Troubleshooting

There is severe humming, noise, or sound distortion from the speakers.

• Connect the unit and other devices correctly. See page 11.

Browser

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.

• Check the set-up of the firewall of the security software. Refer to the web site (page 42) for details.

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Home Network

The unit cannot be found from a controller. (The controller cannot browse the unit.)

• Check the set-up of the firewall of the security software. Refer to the web site (page 42) for details.

• Make sure the LINK indicator is lighting up in green or amber. Refer to “The unit cannot connect to the network. (The unit cannot be found or recognized by other devices that are on the home network.)” (page 43) if the LINK indicator goes off, flashes or lights up in red.

• Make sure the controller is connected to your home network.

Audio content has changed/started/ stopped automatically.

• The unit may be under the control of another device. If you want to reject these requests, set the OPERATE ON/OFF switch of this unit to OFF.

The sound skips.

• The sound may skip depending on the network environment, etc., when you use a wireless network.

• The servers are overloaded. Close all unneeded applications you are currently using.

This unit cannot play back with this error indicated (illumination indicator (white) continues flashing quickly).

• Make sure that the audio content is not corrupted or has not been deleted from the server. Refer to the operating instructions of the server.

• The servers is trying to play back an unsupported audio format on this unit. Check the format information using the server.

• Deactivate the multicast control of your wireless LAN router/access point if it is activated. Refer to the operating manual of your wireless LAN router/access point for details.

This unit cannot play back with this indicated (illumination indicator (white) continues flashing).

• It may take several minutes before sound is output. Please wait until the indicator stops flashing.

• The server may not permit access from this unit. Change the settings of the server to permit access from this unit. Refer to the operating instructions of the server.

The X (pause) button does not work.

•The X (pause) button may not work, depending on the server.

AirPlay

The unit cannot be found from an iPhone, iPod touch or iPad.

• Check your set-up of the firewall of the security software. Refer to the web site (page 42) for details.

• Make sure the LINK indicator is lit up in green or amber. Refer to “The unit cannot connect to the network. (The unit cannot be found or recognized by other devices that are on the home network.)” (page 43) if the LINK indicator turns off, flashes or lights up in red.

• Make sure the iPhone, iPod touch or iPad or the computer with iTunes is connected to your home network.

• Update the AirPlay software version of the unit and the iPhone, iPod touch or iPad to the latest version (page 32).

Audio content automatically changed/ started/stopped.

• The unit may be under the control of another device. If you want to reject these requests, set the OPERATE ON/OFF switch of this unit to OFF.

The sound skips.

• The sound may skip depending on factors such as the network environment when you use a wireless network.

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• The servers are overloaded. Close all unneeded applications you are currently using.

This unit cannot be operated.

• Update the software version of the iPhone, iPod touch or iPad to the latest version (page 32).

• Update the software version of the unit to the latest version (page 34).

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

The unit does not register the playback audio content in the bookmark list when you press the BOOKMARKS ADD button.

• Make sure the PARTY STREAMING indicator is not lighting up in amber. The BOOKMARKS ADD button does not work when you have joined a PARTY.

• You cannot register the same audio content two or more times in a row.

Random play function

Buttons such as N, X, x, . 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 iPhone, iPod touch or iPad. Select the unit as the network speaker.

BOOKMARKS

Refer to “Home Network” (page 44) if the problem does not apply to one of the following cases.

Playback does not start after pressing the BOOKMARKS CALL button.

• Make sure the AUDIO IN or AirPlay indicator is not lighting up. The BOOKMARKS CALL button does not work when the audio input or AirPlay is selected.

• The IP address of the server may have been changed if playback will not start when you press the BOOKMARKS CALL button. In this case, register the desired audio content again.

Refer to “Home Network” (page 44) if the problem does not apply to one of the following cases.

This unit does not play back.

• This unit cannot play back audio content in the following case. – There is no server device. – There is no audio content that can be

played back on the server.

PARTY STREAMING function

Refer to “Home Network” (page 44) if the problem does not apply to one of the following cases.

During a PARTY

This unit cannot join a PARTY.

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• Make sure of the status of other PARTY guest. The unit cannot join a PARTY if other PARTY devices have all left the PARTY. Play back via another PARTY device when you join the PARTY as a PART Y g u e s t . If you want to start a PARTY as a PARTY host, press and hold the PARTY button for two seconds or more.

• Deactivate the multicast control of your wireless LAN router/access point if it is activated. Refer to the operating manual of your wireless LAN router/access point for details.

The unit takes a few minutes to connect to the PARTY host.

• Check the status of the PARTY STREAMING indicator. The PARTY has already closed if the PARTY STREAMING indicator goes off. This unit is the PARTY host if the PARTY STREAMING indicator lights up in green. Play back the audio content.

Using this unit as a PARTY host

This unit cannot start a PARTY.

This unit cannot leave the PARTY.

• You cannot leave the PARTY while using this unit as a PARTY host.

Another device cannot join the PARTY that is being held on this unit.

• The number of PARTY guest exceeds the maximum number when the PARTY STREAMING indicator flashes green and red alternately. Remove one of the PARTY guest.

Others

The ?/1 (on/standby) indicator flashes in red.

• The system is in protect mode.

• Disconnect and reconnect the AC cord of the unit or set the OPERATE ON/OFF switch to OFF, then set it to ON again, then turn the unit on again. If the ?/1 (on/standby) indicator still flashes, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

This unit does not work correctly.

• This unit is affected by static electricity, etc. Set the OPERATE ON/OFF switch to OFF, and then set it to ON again. Reset this unit using the ALL RESET pinhole button (page 12) if the unit does not work correctly.

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

• Buttons do not work during initializing or starting up.

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

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

The remote control does not work.

• There are inverter fluorescent lights near the unit. Keep this unit away from inverter fluorescent lights.

• Make sure the battery is installed correctly.

• Check the remaining battery level of the remote control.

• Operate the remote control while aiming it at the remote sensor on the unit.

The unit and AC adapter are getting hot.

• This is not a malfunction.

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The built-in battery cannot be charged.

• Check that the OPERATE ON/OFF switch is set to ON.

• If the AC power adapter is being used, disconnect it from the outlet, then reconnect it.

• The built-in lithium-ion battery can be charged at temperatures between 0ºC 40ºC (32ºF - 104ºF). The battery may not be charged if the temperature inside the unit increases because of playback at very high volume levels, etc. This is not a malfunction.

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Trademarks, etc.

• PARTY STREAMING and the PARTY STREAMING logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

• Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, Windows 7™, Windows Media are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

• This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft Corporation. Use or distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary.

• AirPlay, the AirPlay logo, iPhone, iPod touch, and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. iPad is a trademark of Apple Inc.

• The Wi-Fi Logo is a certification mark

of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

•DLNA

• Windows Media is either a registered trademark or

• MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and

, the DLNA Logo and DLNA

™

CERTIFIED certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance.

trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft Corporation. Use or distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary.

patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.

are trademarks, service marks, or

WPA Supplicant

Copyright (c) 2003-2006, Jouni Malinen <jkmaline@cc.hut.fi> and contributors All Rights Reserved. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met: 1 Redistributions of source code must retain the

above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer.

2 Redistributions in binary form must reproduce

the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer in the documentation and/or other materials provided with the distribution.

3 Neither the name(s) of the above-listed copyright

holder(s) nor the names of its c ontributors may be used to endorse or promote products derived from this software without specific prior written permission.

THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND CONTRIBUTORS “AS IS” AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE COPYRIGHT OWNER OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.

• The system names and product names indicated in this manual are generally the trademarks or registered trademarks of the manufacturer.

• In this manual, Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition, Microsoft Windows XP Professional and Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition are referred to as Windows XP.

• In this manual, Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic, Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium, Microsoft Windows Vista Business and Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate are referred to as Windows Vista.

• In this manual, Microsoft Windows 7 Home Basic, Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium, Microsoft Windows 7 Professional and Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate are referred to as Windows 7.

• ™ and ® marks are omitted in this manual.

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END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR SONY SOFTWARE

You should carefully read the following agreement before using the SONY SOFTWARE (defined below). Using the SONY SOFTWARE indicates your acceptance of the agreement. If you do not agree with it, you are not authorized to use the SONY SOFTWARE.

IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLY: This End-User License Agreement (“EULA”) is a legal agreement between you and Sony Corporation (“SONY”), the manufacturer of your Sony hardware device (the “PRODUCT”) and the licensor of the SONY SOFTWARE. All Sony software and third party software (other than such software subject to its own separate license) included with your PRODUCT and any updates and upgrades thereto shall be referred to herein as the “SONY SOFTWARE”. You may use the SONY SOFTWARE only with the PRODUCT.

By using the SONY SOFTWARE, you agree to be bound by the terms of this EULA. If you do not agree to the terms of this EULA, SONY is unwilling to license the SONY SOFTWARE to you. In such event, you should not use the SONY SOFTWARE.

SONY SOFTWARE LICENSE

The SONY SOFTWARE is protected by copyright laws and international copyright treaties, as well as other intellectual property laws and treaties. The SONY SOFTWARE is licensed, not sold.

GRANT OF LICENSE

All title, copyright and other rights in and to the SONY SOFTWARE are owned by SONY or its licensors. This EULA grants you the right to use the SONY SOFTWARE for personal use only.

DESCRIPTION OF REQUIREMENTS, RESTRICTIONS, RIGHTS AND LIMITATIONS

Limitations. You may not copy, modify, reverse engineer, decompile or disassemble the SONY SOFTWARE in whole or in part.

Separation of Components. The SONY SOFTWARE is licensed as a single product. Its component parts may not be separated.

Use on Single PRODUCT. The SONY SOFTWARE may only be used with a single PRODUCT.

Rental. You may not rent or lease the SONY SOFTWARE.

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transferred together with and as part of the PRODUCT, provided that you retain no copies, transfer all of the SONY SOFTWARE (including but not limited to all copies, component parts, media, instruction manuals, other printed materials, electronic documents, recovery disks and this EULA) and the recipient agrees to the terms of this EULA.

Termination. Without prejudice to any other rights, SONY may terminate this EULA if you fail to comply with the terms of this EULA. In such event, when requested by SONY, you must send the PRODUCT to an address designated by SONY, and SONY will send back the PRODUCT to you as soon as practicable after the SONY SOFTWARE has been deleted from the PRODUCT.

Confidentiality. You agree to keep confidential information contained in SONY SOFTWARE which is not publicly known and not to disclose such information to others without SONY’s prior written approval.

HIGH RISK ACTIVITIES

The SONY SOFTWARE is not fault-tolerant and is not designed, manufactured or intended for use or resale as on-line control equipment in hazardous environments requiring fail-safe performance, such as in the operation of nuclear facilities, aircraft navigation or communication systems, air traffic control, direct life support machines or weapons systems, in which the failure of the SONY SOFTWARE could lead to death, personal injury or severe physical or environmental damage (“High Risk Activities”). SONY and its suppliers specifically disclaim any express or implied warranty of fitness for High Risk Activities.

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EXCLUSION OF WARRANTY ON SONY SOFTWARE

You expressly acknowledge and agree that use of the SONY SOFTWARE is at your sole risk. The SONY SOFTWARE is provided “AS IS” and without warranty of any kind, and SONY, its vendors and SONY’s licensors (for purposes of this SECTION only, collectively, “SONY”) EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SONY DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE FUNCTIONS CONTAINED IN THE SONY SOFTWARE ARE FREE FROM ERRORS OR BUGS OR WILL MEET YOUR REQUIREMENT, AND SONY DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE OPERATION OF THE SONY SOFTWARE WILL BE CORRECTED. FURTHERMORE, SONY DOES NOT WARRANT OR MAKE ANY REPRESENTATIONS REGARDING THE USE OR THE RESULTS OF THE USE OF THE SONY SOFTWARE IN TERMS OF ITS CORRECTNESS, ACCURACY, RELIABILITY OR OTHERWISE. NO ORAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION OR ADVICE GIVEN BY SONY OR A SONY AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE SHALL CREATE A WARRANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, IN WHICH CASE THE ABOVE EXCLUSION WOULD NOT APPLY TO YOU.

Without limiting any of the foregoing, it is specifically provided that the SONY SOFTWARE is not designed or intended for use on any product other than the PRODUCT. SONY provides no warranty that any product, software, content or data created by you or a third party will not be damaged by the SONY SOFTWARE.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

SONY, ITS SUPPLIERS AND SONY’S LICENSOR’S (for purposes of this SECTION ONLY, collectively, “SONY”) SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RELATING TO THE SONY SOFTWARE ARISING FROM OR BASED ON BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY, BREACH OF CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY. SUCH DAMAGES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO, LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF REVENUE, LOSS OF DATA, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ANY ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT, DOWN TIME AND USER’S TIME, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SONY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. IN ANY CASE, SONY’S ENTIRE LIABILITY TO YOU UNDER ANY PROVISION OF THIS EULA SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE AMOUNT ACTUALLY PAID ALLOCABLE TO THE SONY SOFTWARE.

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If you use or transfer the SONY SOFTWARE in or to a country other than your country of residence, you shall comply with applicable laws and regulations relating to exports, imports and customs.

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This EULA shall be construed, governed, interpreted and applied in accordance with the laws of Japan, without regards to any conflict of laws provisions. Any dispute arising out of this EULA shall be subject to the exclusive venue and jurisdiction of the courts in Tokyo, Japan, and you and SONY hereby consent to the venue and jurisdiction of such courts. YOU AND SONY WAIVE THE RIGHT TO TRIAL BY JURY WITH RESPECT TO ANY MATTERS ARISING UNDER OR RELATING TO THIS EULA.

SEVERABILITY

If any part of this EULA is held invalid or unenforceable, other parts will remain valid.

Should you have any questions in connection with this EULA or the limited warranty provided hereunder, you may contact SONY by writing to SONY at the designated contact address mentioned in the warranty card included in the product package.

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Sony SANS500 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table of Contents

Features of this unit

Product Overview

Getting Started

Guide to Parts and Controls

Main unit

Remote control

Checking the Supplied Accessories

Preparing the Unit and the Remote Control

Connecting to an AC power source

Preparing the remote control

Turning the Unit On or Off

Network Connections

Setting Up Wireless Networks

Option 1: Manual wireless setup

Setting Up Wireless Networks Using an Access Point Compliant with WPS

Option 2: WPS push button configuration method

Option 3: PIN method

Setting Up Wired Networks

Option 4: DHCP method

Option 5: Fixed IP method

Setting up a proxy server

Listening to Audio Content Over Your Home Network

Using DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)

Listening to audio content on a computer with Windows 7

Listening to audio content on a computer with Windows Vista/ Windows XP

Listening to audio content on a server

Registering a bookmark list

Playing back audio content in the bookmark list

Enjoying Sony Multiple-Room Products

Using the PARTY STREAMING Function

Starting a PARTY

Connecting the Unit with DLNA-compliant Devices

Joining a PARTY

Enjoying audio content on a server using a controller

Using AirPlay

Using the AirPlay function

Others

Updating software

Setting Screen on the Browser

Using the setting screen on the browser

Starting the browser with Windows XP

Specifications

Precautions

Notes on unit disposal

Glossary

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting