Sony SA-NS510 User Manual

Network Speaker
Operating Instructions
Getting Started
Network Connections
Listening to Audio Content Over Your Home Network
Using Internet music streaming (Music Service)
Using Music Throw
Others
Troubleshooting
SA-NS510
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. (For USA and Canada)
The nameplate is located on the bottom exterior. (For Europe)
On the battery for the remote control
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
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.
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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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.
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 an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65. This equipment should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20 cm or more away from 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.
Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used for connection to host computers and / or peripherals in order to meet FCC emission limits.
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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.
For customers in Canada
Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used for connection to host computers and / or peripherals.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.
This equipment c omplies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20 cm or more away from person's body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles).
For customers in Europe
Notice for customers: the following information is only applicable to equipment sold in countries applying EU directives. The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits set out in the EMC Directive using a connection cable shorter than 3 meters.
Hereby, Sony Corp., declares that this equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. For details, please access the following URL: http://www.compliance.sony.de/
This product is intended to be used in the following countries. AT,BE,DK,FI,FR,DE,IS,IT,LU,NL,NO,ES,SE,CH, GB,PL
Notice for the customers in France
The WLAN feature of this Network Speaker shall exclusively be used inside buildings. Any use of the WLAN feature of this Network Speaker outside of the buildings is prohibited on the French territory. Please make sure that the WLAN feature of this Network Speaker is disabled before any use outside of the buildings.(ART Decision 2002-1009 as amended by ART Decision 03-908, relating to radio-frequencies use restrictions).
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Notice for the customers in Italy
Use of the RLAN network is governed: – with respect to private use, by the Legislative
Decree of 1.8.2003, no. 259 (“Code of Electronic Communications”). In particular Article 104 indicates when the prior obtainment of a general authorization is required and Art. 105 indicates when free use is permitted;
– with respect to the supply to the public of the
RLAN access to telecom networks and services, by the Ministerial Decree 28.5.2003, as amended, and Art. 25 (general authorization for electronic communications networks and services) of the Code of electronic communications.
Notice for the customers in Norway
Use of this radio equipment is not allowed in the geographical area within a radius of 20 km from the centre of Ny-Ålesund, Svalbard.
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with
separate collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical an d electronic equipment. By en suring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union
and other European countries with separate collection systems)
This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product shall not be treated as household waste. On certain batteries this symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. The chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) are added if the battery contains more than 0.0005% mercury or
0.004% lead. By ensuring thes e batteries are disposed of corr ectly, you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources. In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, hand over the product at end-of-life to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For all other batteries, please view the section on how to remove the battery from the product safely. Hand the battery over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of waste batteries. For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
For customers in Australia and New Zealand
This equipment should be installed and operated with at least 20 cm and more between the radiator and person’s body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles).
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Table of Contents

Features of this unit ...................................... 8
Setting up your home network .....................9
Getting Started
Guide to Parts and Controls .......................10
Main unit ............................................... 10
Remote control ...................................... 15
Checking the Supplied Accessories ........... 16
Preparing the Remote Control .................... 16
Preparing the Unit ......................................17
Connecting to an AC power source ...... 17
Using the unit with the built-in
battery ...................................................17
Setting the standby mode ......................18
Turning the Unit On ...................................18
Network Connections
How to Connect Your Network ................. 19
Setting Up for a Wireless Network ............ 19
Option 1: Method for using a supplied CD-
ROM and Windows PC ........................ 19
Option 2: Method for using an application
for smartphones or Tablets (Android
device/iPhone/iPod touch/iPad) ............ 20
Option 3: Manual setting method using an
Access Point Scan (for PC/Mac) ........... 21
Option 4: Method for using a WPS push
button at the access point supporting
WPS ......................................................22
Setting Up Wired Networks ....................... 23
Option 5: DHCP method .......................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
Using Internet music streaming (Music Service)
Using Internet music streaming ..................28
Preparing your mobile device instead of the
remote control ........................................28
Enjoying Internet music streaming ........29
Using AirPlay
Using AirPlay .............................................31
Using Music Throw
Using Music Throw on a Sony Tablet ........33
Others
Using the PARTY STREAMING ..............34
Starting a PARTY .................................34
Joining a PARTY ..................................34
Updating software ......................................35
Setting Screen on the Browser ...................36
Using the setting screen on the
browser ..................................................36
Starting the browser with
Windows XP .........................................37
Specifications .............................................38
Precautions .................................................39
Notes on unit disposal ...........................40
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting ..........................................42
Indicator information .............................47
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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 listen to audio content stored on the computer in the bedroom, through this unit in the living room (page 24).
Internet music streaming
You can enjoy Internet music streaming, using “Network Audio Remote*” application without a PC. This application allows your Android phone/Sony Tablet/iPhone/iPod touch/iPad to be used as a music controller (page 28).
Control
Access
Internet
Deliver
Music on your PC
You can play audio on a Mac or Windows PC with iTunes (page 31) or Windows Media Player (page 24).
AirPlay
You can play audio on an iPhone, iPod touch or iPad. You can also control audio content from anywhere in your home (page 31).
Music Throw by Sony Tablet
You can stream your music to the network speaker directly, using the built-in music player of a Sony Tablet (page 33).
PARTY STREAMING
PARTY STREAMING allows you to play back the same audio content through speakers having the PARTY STREAMING function at the same time (page 34).
Analog input supported
You can use this unit as a general active speaker without connecting to a network.
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 17).
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Listening to the music from a server
You can enjoy your favorite music content from your DLNA-compliant server (computer, etc.) by controlling the server using “Network Audio Remote” application. For details, see page 24.
Device with Network Audio Remote* or DLNA controller
* Sony provides the “Network
Audio Remote” application for
Control
Access
Deliver
Server Network controlled player (this unit)
free. For details, refer to the following website:
http://www.sony.net/sans
You can listen to audio content through only this unit by using a computer as both server and controller. Windows 7 has to be installed on your computer to use this function. For details, see page 24.
Deliver
DLNA controller/Server (Windows 7-based computer)
Network controlled player (this unit)

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 or an application for
smartphones. Refer to the leaflet “Quick Start Guide” for details. When you set up your network manually, see page 19.
WPS* compliant wireless networks
. Page 22
Wired networks
. Page 23
*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.
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Getting Started

Guide to Parts and Controls

Main unit

Top
For details on each indicator, see “Indicator information” (page 47).
A Handle
Use this handle when you carry the unit.
B CHG/BATT indicator
Indicates the charging status of the unit (page 17). 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).
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C ?/1 (ON/Standby) button, indicator
Press to switch between power on and the standby mode currently selected (page 18).
Indicates the power status of the unit (page 18). 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 (Operate 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
want to operate the unit via a home network. Refer to “Setting the standby mode” (page 18).
D PARTY START/CLOSE button,
PARTY STREAMING indicator
Press to use the PARTY STREAMING function (page 34).
Indicates the PARTY STREAMING status (page 34). 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
1)
Lights up in green when the AirPlay function is in use (page 31).
F AUDIO IN indicator
1)
Lights 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
2)
H VOLUME+
/– buttons
Use to adjust the volume. The ?/1 (ON/ Standby) indicator flashes rapidly when the volume level is set to either minimum or maximum.
1)
Home network is selected automatically when both the AUDIO IN indicator and AirPlay indicator are off.
2)
The VOLUME+ 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 operation if it is flashing quickly.
Notes
• This indicator flashes during start up. It may take for a while.
• This indicator normally lights up in white even if the unit stops playing when audio input is selected.
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Front
J Remote sensor
Receives signals from remote control.
Aim the remote control 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
For details on each indicator, see “Indicator information” (page 47).
Getting Started
K DC IN terminal
Use to connect the supplied AC adaptor (page 17).
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 (not supplied).
N UPDATE button, indicator
Press to start updating the software of the unit (page 35).
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 22).
P LINK indicator
Indicates the connection status of the wired/wireless LAN. Green: Wireless connection (page 19). Amber: Wired connection (page 23). 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 until all indicators light while the unit is being turned on and reset 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 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 18).
S STANDBY MODE switch
Switch between the standby mode and the network standby mode (page 18).
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Remote control

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 PARTY button
Press to use the PARTY STREAMING function (page 34).
D VOLUME +/– buttons
Press to adjust the volume.
E MUTING button
Press to turn the sound off temporarily. The illumination indicator blinks in blue during muting.
VOLUME
MUTING
Getting Started
F ?/1 (ON/Standby) button
Press to switch between power on and the standby mode (page 18).
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Checking the Supplied
Preparing the Remote
Accessories
Make sure that the following items are included in the package along with the speaker.
Remote control (1) AC adaptor (1) AC power cord (1) CD-ROM (“NS Setup”) (1) Operating Instructions (this manual) Quick Start Guide (Leaflet)
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.
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1 Pull out the battery holder. 2 Remove the old battery from the battery
holder then insert a new battery so that “+” is facing upward.
3 Reinsert the battery holder into the remote
control.
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Preparing the Unit

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Connecting to an AC power source

1 Connect the AC power cord to
the AC adaptor.
AC power cord
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).

Using the unit with the built-in battery

The built-in battery allows you to use this unit without connecting the AC power cord.
1 Connect the unit to an AC
power source.
2 Set the OPERATE ON/OFF
switch to ON to start charging.
Charging time depends on what mode the unit is in. Refer to “Charging time:” (page 39).
Notes
• When the OPERATE ON/OFF switch to OFF, the built-in battery is not charged even if the unit is connected to an AC power source.
• 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.
Getting Started
Note
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.
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Setting the standby mode

Turning the Unit On

To operate the unit via a home network
When you want to operate the unit via a home network, set the STANDBY MODE switch to NETWORK STANDBY (network standby mode) so it can be controlled from a controller on the network. The unit turns on automatically when the controller delivers audio content to this unit.
Tip
Keep this unit in the network standby mode even when you are not currently operating this unit.
To operate the unit as a general active speaker
You can use this unit as a general active speaker without connecting to a home network, set the STANDBY MODE switch to STANDBY (standby mode).
Set the OPERATE ON/OFF switch to ON.
The ?/1 (ON/Standby) indicator flashes in green and the illumination indicator lights. You can operate this unit when the ?/1 (ON/ Standby) indicator lights in green and the illumination indicator lights. It may take a while.
The unit enters the selected standby mode in “Setting the standby mode” (page 18) 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.
Tip
The STANDBY MODE switch is set to STANDBY in the factory default settings.
To resume power from the network standby mode or the standby mode
Press the ?/1 (ON/Standby) button. The ?/1 (ON/Standby) indicator lights up in green and the illumination indicator lights up.
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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.
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