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Help Guide

Personal Audio System

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The following explains how to use this speaker.

The content referenced in the Operating Instructions is described in detail through the following links.

Connecting by using the browser on your PC

This section explains how to set up by using the browser on your PC via a Wi - Fi network.

Connecting by using iPhone/iPod touch

This section explains how to connect the speaker to a Wi - Fi network by using iPhone/iPod touch.

Playback via a network (Internet music streaming service)

You can stream music from the Internet using SongPal.

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Playback via a network (SongPal Link)

Enjoy music in any room via Wi-Fi. You can listen to your favorite music stored in your PC or mobile phone, or from music streaming services, in different rooms with high sound quality.

USB connection (USB port, Walkman compatible with High-Resolution Audio formats)

Connect a Walkman to the USB port.

USB connection (USB port, Xperia compatible with High-Resolution Audio formats)

Connect an Xperia to the USB port.

USB connection (USB port, PC)

Connect a PC (besides Mac) to the USB port. To play back a High-Resolution Audio file, the High -Resolution Audio playback software "Hi - Res Audio Player" is required to be downloaded.

Audio cable connection (AUDIO IN port, portable audio device)

You can connect the device to the AUDIO IN jack with a commercially- available audio cable (with stereo mini plugs).

Getting Started

What you can do with the speaker

Parts and controls

Included items

Checking the included items

Power source

Connecting to an AC outlet

Turning the power on

Turning the power off (standby mode)

Using the BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode

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Auto standby mode

SongPal

About SongPal

How to use the SongPal screen

What you can do with SongPal

Wi-Fi network connection

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using SongPal (Smartphone)

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using SongPal (iPhone/iPod touch)

Device control

Listening to music on a PC via a Wi-Fi network

Listening to music on a smartphone, iPhone, etc. via a Wi-Fi network

Listening to music of the device connected to the USB port

Listening to music from an Internet streaming service (Google Cast)

Listening with multiple speakers (SongPal Link)

Speaker settings

Setting the sound quality

Setting the auto standby mode

Setting the BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode

Checking the battery level

Setting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality (Codec)

Listening to music on a PC

Without a Wi-Fi network

Connecting via a USB cable

Making a wireless connection (BLUETOOTH connection)

With a Wi-Fi network

Using Media Go

Using Windows Media Player (Windows 7 or later)

Using other music playback software

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Listening to music on a smartphone such as an Xperia or Walkman equipped with Android

Without a Wi-Fi network

Making a wireless connection (BLUETOOTH connection)

Connecting via an audio cable (with stereo mini plugs)

With a Wi-Fi network

Using the Music application (Xperia only)

Using SongPal

Listening to music on an Xperia compatible with High-Resolution Audio formats

Without a Wi-Fi network

Connecting via a USB cable

Making a wireless connection (BLUETOOTH connection)

Connecting via an audio cable (with stereo mini plugs)

With a Wi-Fi network

Using the Music application (Xperia only)

Using SongPal

Listening to music on an iPhone/iPod

Without a Wi-Fi network

Making a wireless connection (BLUETOOTH connection)

Connecting via an audio cable (with stereo mini plugs)

With a Wi-Fi network

Using SongPal

Listening to music on a Walkman

Making a wireless connection (BLUETOOTH connection)

Connecting via an audio cable (with stereo mini plugs)

Listening to music on a Walkman compatible with High- Resolution Audio formats

Connecting via a USB cable

Making a wireless connection (BLUETOOTH connection)

Connecting via an audio cable (with stereo mini plugs)

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Listening to music from an Internet music service

Without a Wi-Fi network (PC)

Connecting via a USB cable

Making a wireless connection (BLUETOOTH connection)

Without a Wi-Fi network (Smartphone)

Making a wireless connection (BLUETOOTH connection)

With a Wi-Fi network

Using SongPal (Google Cast)

Connections

Wi-Fi network connection

Selecting the Wi-Fi network connection method

DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button of the wireless router

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using an iPhone/iPod touch

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a PC connected wirelessly

Disabling the Wi-Fi network function and BLUETOOTH network function

Wireless Surround/Wireless Stereo connection

Using this speaker as a rear speaker (Wireless Surround)

Connecting two speakers (Wireless Stereo)

BLUETOOTH connection (pairing)

How to make a wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device

Pairing and connecting with a PC (Windows 10)

Pairing and connecting with a PC (Windows 8.1)

Pairing and connecting with a PC (Windows 7)

BLUETOOTH connection (NFC)

Connecting with an NFC-compatible device by one touch (NFC)

Disconnecting the NFC-compatible device by one touch (NFC)

Switching devices by one touch (NFC)

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BLUETOOTH connection (with a paired device)

Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device

Connecting with a paired PC (Windows 10)

Connecting with a paired PC (Windows 8.1)

Connecting with a paired PC (Windows 7)

USB device

Connecting a Walkman compatible with High-Resolution Audio formats

Connecting an Xperia compatible with High-Resolution Audio formats

AUDIO IN

Connecting to a portable audio device, etc.

Settings

Network

Setting your PC as a DLNA server and controller (Windows 10)

Setting your PC as a DLNA server and controller (Windows 8.1)

Setting your PC as a DLNA server and controller (Windows 7)

USB

Connecting a PC/Installing the driver

Listening

Network

Listening to music on a PC via a network (Media Go)

Listening to music on a PC via a network (Windows Media Player)

Listening to music on a PC via a network (Media Go with SongPal operation)

Listening to music on a PC via a network (Windows Media Player with SongPal operation)

Listening to music with the Music application (Xperia)

Listening with multiple speakers (SongPal Link)

Listening to an Internet music service (Spotify)

BLUETOOTH

Selecting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality (Codec)

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Listening to music on a device via a BLUETOOTH connection

Software update

Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use)

USB

Listening to music on a Walkman compatible with High-Resolution Audio formats

Listening to music on a Xperia compatible with High-Resolution Audio formats

Listening to music on a PC

AUDIO IN

Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc.

Phone calls

Receiving a call

Making a call

Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use)

Button functions for a phone call

Listening to High-Resolution Audio format files

About High- Resolution Audio format files

Installing Media Go and Hi-Res Audio Player to a PC

Listening to High -Resolution Audio format files via a network

Information

Specifications

About the indicators

Compatible devices and operating systems

Compatible iPhone/iPod touch models

Compatible Walkman models

Compatible operating systems (Windows)

Compatible operating systems (Mac)

Compatible DLNA devices

Compatible BLUETOOTH devices

Compatible USB devices

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Updating the pre-installed software

Update method 1: Automatic update via the Internet

Update method 2: Manual update via the Internet

Searching the latest software via a network connection

Wi-Fi signal strength

Checking the Wi-Fi signal strength (reception sensitivity)

About the standby mode

Standby mode differences

Notes on use

Precautions

What is BLUETOOTH wireless technology?

What is LDAC?

Trademarks

Important information on software

Notes on software

Support website

Customer support websites

Troubleshooting

What can I do to solve a problem?

Power supply

Unable to turn on the speaker or charge the built-in battery

Any button on the speaker cannot be operated

The speaker has entered the standby mode or BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode unexpectedly

The power indicator flashes in red

The CHARGE indicator flashes

Sound

No sound/Sound from only one speaker/Low sound level

Distorted sound/humming or noise from the speaker

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The volume is getting smaller while using

Network connection

The speaker cannot connect to the network (Other equipment on the network cannot find or recognize the speaker)

Unable to connect to a network via a Wi-Fi connection

Unable to connect to a network via a Wi-Fi connection (even though a correct SSID is selected)

The speaker cannot connect to a network using the UPDATE/WPS button

The speaker does not appear in the device list of the PC's music playback application

The speaker does not appear in the device select screen of SongPal

The speaker cannot connect to music services

The controller cannot find the speaker (The controller cannot browse the contents of the speaker)

Music started automatically (home network)

The sound is interrupted

Playback does not start

BLUETOOTH

Smartphone, iPhone, etc. cannot be paired

Unable to connect the speaker to a BLUETOOTH device with One-touch (NFC)

There is no sound (BLUETOOTH)

Distorted sound/humming or noise from the speaker

USB device

An unsupported USB device is connected

There is no sound (USB)

There is noise, skipping, or distorted sound

Playback does not start

Playback does not start from the first track

Software update

Updating the pre-installed software

Update method 1: Automatic update via the Internet

Update method 2: Manual update via the Internet

Searching the latest software via a network connection

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Reset

Using the RESET button

Initializing the speaker

Disposal and transfer

Disposing of or giving away this speaker

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Help Guide (SRS-HG1) i...................................................................................................................

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a PC connected wirelessly 1...................................................

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using an iPhone/iPod touch 5...........................................................

Listening to music from an Internet streaming service (Google Cast) 8............................................

Listening with multiple speakers (SongPal Link) 11..........................................................................

Connecting a Walkman compatible with High-Resolution Audio formats 13.....................................

Connecting an Xperia compatible with High-Resolution Audio formats 14.......................................

Connecting a PC/Installing the driver 15...........................................................................................

Connecting to a portable audio device, etc. 17.................................................................................

Getting Started ii................................................................................................................................

What you can do with the speaker 18...............................................................................................

Parts and controls 19.........................................................................................................................

Included items ii.................................................................................................................................

Checking the included items 23...................................................................................................

Power source ii..................................................................................................................................

Connecting to an AC outlet 24.....................................................................................................

Turning the power on 26..............................................................................................................

Turning the power off (standby mode) 27....................................................................................

Using the BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode 28....................................................................

Auto standby mode 30.................................................................................................................

SongPal iii..........................................................................................................................................

About SongPal iii...............................................................................................................................

How to use the SongPal screen 31.............................................................................................

What you can do with SongPal 33...............................................................................................

Wi-Fi network connection iii...............................................................................................................

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using SongPal (Smartphone) 34................................................

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using SongPal (iPhone/iPod touch) 39.......................................

Device control iii................................................................................................................................

Listening to music on a PC via a Wi-Fi network 44.....................................................................

Listening to music on a smartphone, iPhone, etc. via a Wi-Fi network 47..................................

Listening to music of the device connected to the USB port 49..................................................

Listening to music from an Internet streaming service (Google Cast) 8......................................

Listening with multiple speakers (SongPal Link) 11....................................................................

Speaker settings iii............................................................................................................................

Setting the sound quality 51........................................................................................................

Setting the auto standby mode 53...............................................................................................

Setting the BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode 55..................................................................

Checking the battery level 57......................................................................................................

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Setting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality (Codec) 59.....................................

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Listening to music on a PC iii............................................................................................................

Without a Wi-Fi network iii.................................................................................................................

Connecting via a USB cable 61...................................................................................................

Making a wireless connection (BLUETOOTH connection) 62.....................................................

With a Wi-Fi network iii......................................................................................................................

Using Media Go 63......................................................................................................................

Using Windows Media Player (Windows 7 or later) 64................................................................

Using other music playback software 65.....................................................................................

Listening to music on a smartphone such as an Xperia or Walkman equipped

with Android iv...................................................................................................................................

Without a Wi-Fi network iv.................................................................................................................

Connecting via a USB cable 70...................................................................................................

Making a wireless connection (BLUETOOTH connection) 66.....................................................

Connecting via an audio cable (with stereo mini plugs) 67.........................................................

With a Wi-Fi network iv......................................................................................................................

Using the Music application (Xperia only) 68..............................................................................

Using SongPal 69........................................................................................................................

Listening to music on an iPhone/iPod iv............................................................................................

Without a Wi-Fi network iv.................................................................................................................

Making a wireless connection (BLUETOOTH connection) 71.....................................................

Connecting via an audio cable (with stereo mini plugs) 72.........................................................

With a Wi-Fi network iv......................................................................................................................

Using SongPal 73........................................................................................................................

Listening to music on a Walkman iv..................................................................................................

Making a wireless connection (BLUETOOTH connection) 74...........................................................

Connecting via an audio cable (with stereo mini plugs) 75...............................................................

Listening to music on a Walkman compatible with High-Resolution Audio formats iv.......................

Connecting via a USB cable 76.........................................................................................................

Making a wireless connection (BLUETOOTH connection) 77...........................................................

Connecting via an audio cable (with stereo mini plugs) 78...............................................................

Listening to music from an Internet music service v..........................................................................

Without a Wi-Fi network (PC) v.........................................................................................................

Connecting via a USB cable 79...................................................................................................

Making a wireless connection (BLUETOOTH connection) 80.....................................................

Without a Wi-Fi network (Smartphone) v...........................................................................................

Making a wireless connection (BLUETOOTH connection) 81.....................................................

With a Wi-Fi network v.......................................................................................................................

Using SongPal (Google Cast) 82................................................................................................

Connections v....................................................................................................................................

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Wi-Fi network connection v...............................................................................................................

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Selecting the Wi-Fi network connection method 83....................................................................

DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) 85..................................................................................

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button

of the wireless router 87..............................................................................................................

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using an iPhone/iPod touch 5.....................................................

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a PC connected wirelessly 1.............................................

Disabling the Wi-Fi network function and BLUETOOTH network function 89.............................

Wireless Surround/Wireless Stereo connection v.............................................................................

Using this speaker as a rear speaker (Wireless Surround) 90....................................................

Connecting two speakers (Wireless Stereo) 93..........................................................................

BLUETOOTH connection (pairing) v.................................................................................................

How to make a wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices 96............................................

Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device 98..............................................................

Pairing and connecting with a PC (Windows 10) 101..................................................................

Pairing and connecting with a PC (Windows 8.1) 105.................................................................

Pairing and connecting with a PC (Windows 7) 113....................................................................

BLUETOOTH connection (NFC) v.....................................................................................................

Connecting with an NFC-compatible device by one touch (NFC) 119........................................

Disconnecting the NFC-compatible device by one touch (NFC) 122..........................................

Switching devices by one touch (NFC) 123.................................................................................

BLUETOOTH connection (with a paired device) vi...........................................................................

Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device 124....................................................................

Connecting with a paired PC (Windows 10) 126.........................................................................

Connecting with a paired PC (Windows 8.1) 129........................................................................

Connecting with a paired PC (Windows 7) 134...........................................................................

USB device vi....................................................................................................................................

Connecting a Walkman compatible with High-Resolution Audio formats 13...............................

Connecting an Xperia compatible with High-Resolution Audio formats 14..................................

AUDIO IN vi.......................................................................................................................................

Connecting to a portable audio device, etc. 17...........................................................................

Settings vi..........................................................................................................................................

Network vi..........................................................................................................................................

Setting your PC as a DLNA server and controller (Windows 10) 138.........................................

Setting your PC as a DLNA server and controller (Windows 8.1) 142........................................

Setting your PC as a DLNA server and controller (Windows 7) 145...........................................

USB vi................................................................................................................................................

Connecting a PC/Installing the driver 15.....................................................................................

Listening vi.........................................................................................................................................

Network vi..........................................................................................................................................

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Listening to music on a PC via a network (Media Go) 148..........................................................

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Listening to music on a PC via a network (Windows Media Player) 151.....................................

Listening to music on a PC via a network (Media Go with SongPal operation) 154....................

Listening to music on a PC via a network (Windows Media Player with

SongPal operation) 159...............................................................................................................

Listening to music with the Music application (Xperia) 161.........................................................

Listening to an Internet music service (Spotify) 164....................................................................

BLUETOOTH vi.................................................................................................................................

Selecting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality (Codec) 166...............................

Listening to music on a device via a BLUETOOTH connection 168...........................................

Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) 171.........................................................

USB vii...............................................................................................................................................

Listening to music on a Walkman compatible with High-Resolution Audio

formats 172..................................................................................................................................

Listening to music on a Xperia compatible with High-Resolution Audio formats 174..................

Listening to music on a PC 176...................................................................................................

AUDIO IN vii......................................................................................................................................

Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc. 178..............................................................

Phone calls vii....................................................................................................................................

Receiving a call 180..........................................................................................................................

Making a call 183...............................................................................................................................

Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) 171...............................................................

Button functions for a phone call 185................................................................................................

Listening to High-Resolution Audio format files vii............................................................................

About High-Resolution Audio format files 186...................................................................................

Installing Media Go and Hi-Res Audio Player to a PC 187...............................................................

Listening to High-Resolution Audio format files via a network 188....................................................

Information vii....................................................................................................................................

Specifications 189.............................................................................................................................

About the indicators 192....................................................................................................................

Compatible devices and operating systems vii..................................................................................

Compatible iPhone/iPod touch models 195.................................................................................

Compatible Walkman models 196...............................................................................................

Compatible operating systems (Windows) 197...........................................................................

Compatible operating systems (Mac) 198...................................................................................

Compatible DLNA devices 199....................................................................................................

Compatible BLUETOOTH devices 200.......................................................................................

Compatible USB devices 201......................................................................................................

Software update vii............................................................................................................................

Updating the pre-installed software 202......................................................................................

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Update method 1: Automatic update via the Internet 203...........................................................

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Update method 2: Manual update via the Internet 205...............................................................

Searching the latest software via a network connection 207.......................................................

Wi-Fi signal strength viii.....................................................................................................................

Checking the Wi-Fi signal strength (reception sensitivity) 209....................................................

About the standby mode viii..............................................................................................................

Standby mode differences 211....................................................................................................

Notes on use viii................................................................................................................................

Precautions 213...........................................................................................................................

What is BLUETOOTH wireless technology? 215........................................................................

What is LDAC? 217.....................................................................................................................

Trademarks 218................................................................................................................................

Important information on software 219..............................................................................................

Notes on software 220.......................................................................................................................

Support website viii............................................................................................................................

Customer support websites 221..................................................................................................

Troubleshooting viii............................................................................................................................

What can I do to solve a problem? 222.............................................................................................

Power supply viii................................................................................................................................

Unable to turn on the speaker or charge the built-in battery 223................................................

Any button on the speaker cannot be operated 224....................................................................

The speaker has entered the standby mode or BLUETOOTH/Network

standby mode unexpectedly 225.................................................................................................

The power indicator flashes in red 226........................................................................................

The CHARGE indicator flashes 227............................................................................................

Sound viii...........................................................................................................................................

No sound/Sound from only one speaker/Low sound level 228...................................................

Distorted sound/humming or noise from the speaker 229...........................................................

The volume is getting smaller while using 230............................................................................

Network connection ix.......................................................................................................................

The speaker cannot connect to the network (Other equipment on the network

cannot find or recognize the speaker) 231..................................................................................

Unable to connect to a network via a Wi-Fi connection 232........................................................

Unable to connect to a network via a Wi-Fi connection (even though a correct

SSID is selected) 233..................................................................................................................

The speaker cannot connect to a network using the UPDATE/WPS button 234........................

The speaker does not appear in the device list of the PC's music playback

application 235............................................................................................................................

The speaker does not appear in the device select screen of SongPal 236.................................

The speaker cannot connect to music services 238....................................................................

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The controller cannot find the speaker (The controller cannot browse the

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contents of the speaker) 239.......................................................................................................

Music started automatically (home network) 240........................................................................

The sound is interrupted 241.......................................................................................................

Playback does not start 242........................................................................................................

BLUETOOTH ix.................................................................................................................................

Smartphone, iPhone, etc. cannot be paired 243.........................................................................

Unable to connect the speaker to a BLUETOOTH device with One-touch (

NFC) 244.....................................................................................................................................

There is no sound (BLUETOOTH) 245.......................................................................................

Distorted sound/humming or noise from the speaker 246...........................................................

USB device ix....................................................................................................................................

An unsupported USB device is connected 247...........................................................................

There is no sound (USB) 248......................................................................................................

There is noise, skipping, or distorted sound 249.........................................................................

Playback does not start 250........................................................................................................

Playback does not start from the first track 251..........................................................................

Software update ix.............................................................................................................................

Updating the pre-installed software 202......................................................................................

Update method 1: Automatic update via the Internet 203...........................................................

Update method 2: Manual update via the Internet 205...............................................................

Searching the latest software via a network connection 207.......................................................

Reset x..............................................................................................................................................

Using the RESET button 252......................................................................................................

Initializing the speaker 253..........................................................................................................

Disposal and transfer x......................................................................................................................

Disposing of or giving away this speaker 254.............................................................................

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Personal Audio System

h.ear go (SRS-HG1)

Connecting to a Wi - Fi network using a PC connected wirelessly

Note that the speaker should be initialized to the factory default for this connection. All BLUETOOTH device registration (pairing) information is deleted. To use the BLUETOOTH connection after that, delete all pairing information on the PC, and then set pairing again. This section describes how to connect a PC and the speaker wirelessly, then how to connect the speaker to a wireless router, using the PC. Do the following before starting.

Place the speaker closer to the wireless router. Locate the SSID (the name of a wireless network) and encryption key (WEP or WPA), which are required to set up a Wi-Fi network. The encryption key restricts access to devices on a network. It is used to make more secure communication between the devices connected to wireless routers or access points.

Have the Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and password (encryption key) of the wireless router available for

reference.

For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your wireless router.

With the speaker turned on, press and hold the – (volume) button and the

at the same time for more than 4 seconds to initialize the settings of the speaker.

The (power) indicator flashes quickly in green for two seconds. The settings of the speaker return to their factory defaults, and network information and all BLUETOOTH device registration (pairing) information are deleted. Then, the speaker enters the start -up mode automatically. It takes about 60 to 80 seconds to turn on the speaker. When the up in red (standby mode), you can turn on the speaker.

Turn on the speaker.

(power)/ PAIRING button

(power) indicator lights

Connect the speaker to the PC.

Modern UI:

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Move the mouse pointer to the top -right (or bottom -right) corner of the Start screen to display the charms, then select

[Settings]. In the case of a touch panel, display the charms by swiping from the right side of the screen to the center,

then select [Settings].

Select or . Select [SRS-HG1] from the network list.

Windows 7/Windows 8.1:

For Windows 8.1, click or tap the desktop on the Start screen. Select

Select [SRS-HG1] from the network list.

or on the right-bottom of the screen.

Windows 10:

Select on the right- bottom of the screen.

Select [SRS-HG1] – [Connect] from the network list.

Mac:

Click at the top of the screen. Select [Open Network Preferences...]. Select [SRS-HG1] from the network list.

Display the [Sony Network Device Settings] screen.

Launch a browser (Internet Explorer, Safari, etc.).

Enter the following URL in the address bar.

http://192.168.211.129

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Select [Network Settings] from the menu.

Enter the SSID of the wireless router and the password.

Select [Apply].

Check that the LINK indicator lights up in orange.

When the Wi-Fi connection is completed, the LINK indicator lights up in orange. It may take more than a minute for the LINK indicator to light up.

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The connection is complete.

Connect the PC to the wireless router to be used.

Hint

If you want to set a fixed IP address, set in the screen in step above. When the connection of the speaker to your Wi-Fi network has completed, connect your PC to the previous destination or your wireless router.

Note

This procedure needs to be completed within 30 minutes. If you cannot complete within 30 minutes, start over from step . Until you finish the Wi-Fi network setting, it will not be protected. The Wi-Fi network will be protected again after setting the Wi-Fi security. When you connect the speaker to a Wi-Fi network for the first time after purchase, the BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode is turned on

automatically.

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the start -up mode automatically. It takes about 60 to 80 seconds to turn on the speaker. When the (power) indicator lights

Personal Audio System

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Connecting to a Wi - Fi network using an iPhone/iPod touch

Note that the speaker should be initialized to the factory default for this connection. All BLUETOOTH device registration (pairing) information is deleted. To use the BLUETOOTH connection after that, delete all pairing information on the iPhone/iPod touch, and then set pairing again. If the iPhone/iPod touch is iOS 8 or later, the speaker can be connected to the same Wi-Fi network. The Wi-Fi network settings of the speaker are made by the iPhone/iPod touch. Do the following before starting.

Place the speaker near the wireless router and the iPhone/iPod touch. Make sure that the iPhone/iPod touch is updated to iOS 8 or later.

Connect an iPhone/iPod touch to the wireless router.

Connect it to 2.4 GHz band (11b, 11g, and 11n) or 5 GHz band (11a and 11n). The speaker does not support IEEE

802.11ac.

With the speaker turned on, press and hold the – (volume) button and the

at the same time for more than 4 seconds to initialize the settings of the speaker.

(power)/ PAIRING button

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up in red (standby mode), you can turn on the speaker.

Turn on the speaker.

Search for the speaker on the iPhone/iPod touch.

Tap [Settings].

Tap [h.ear go (SRS-HG1)] from the list.

Perform the Wi-Fi network settings on the iPhone/iPod touch.

Follow the instructions on the screen.

Check that the LINK indicator lights up in orange.

When the speaker is connected to the same Wi -Fi network as the iPhone/iPod touch, the LINK indicator lights up in orange. It may take more than a minute for the LINK indicator to light up.

The connection is complete.

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Note

automatically.

Related Topic

Using the BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode

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Personal Audio System

h.ear go (SRS-HG1)

Listening to music from an Internet streaming service (Google Cast)

You can enjoy music from various streaming services offered on the internet via your smartphone, iPhone, etc. with SongPal installed. You need to download a Google Cast- enabled music service app. If you have already installed a Google Cast enabled music application, go to step follow the steps below. For details about Google Cast, refer to the following URL:

http://www.google.com/cast/audio/learn/

The specification and design of the application may change without notice.

Tap [SongPal] on your smartphone, iPhone, etc. to start up the application.

. If you have not yet set up Google Cast,

SongPal

Tap [h.ear go (SRS-HG1)].

Tap [Settings].

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Tap [Google Cast].

Tap [Learn how to cast].

See the instructions, then find and install a Google Cast-enabled app on your smartphone/iPhone.

Launch the Google Cast-enabled app.

Tap the Cast button, and then tap [h.ear go (SRS-HG1)].

Select and start playback a track on the Google Cast-enabled app, and adjust the volume.

Music will be heard from the speaker.

To enjoy a more dynamic sound

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Pull the lever on the bottom of the speaker in the direction of the arrow shown in the illustration below to remove the grille.

After removing the speaker grille, do not touch the exposed part of the speaker (speaker units), and keep the removed grille on a flat surface to prevent distortion.

Note

Depending on the country or region, music services and their period of availability may differ. Separate registration is required for certain services. An update of the device may be required.

In some cases, the speaker may need to be activated by a music service. If you activated the speaker, you can use music services. Follow the instructions on the music service’s application or SongPal.

Services offered by third parties may be changed, suspended, or terminated without prior notice. Sony bears no responsibility for this.

Related Topic

What you can do with SongPal

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For music stored on a PC or NAS, you can also listen to different songs from each speaker.*

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Listening with multiple speakers (SongPal Link)

You can enjoy listening to your favorite music in various styles by wireless speaker combinations.

Compatible models

For more details about SongPal Link and compatible models for Wireless Surround and Wireless Stereo functions, refer to the following URL.

http://sony.net/nasite/

SongPal Link features

The Wireless Multi-room function, Wireless Surround function, and Wireless Stereo function are available. To switch between functions, cancel the function you are using, and then operate for the other function. To cancel a function, operate on SongPal. For the Wireless Surround function or Wireless Stereo function, you can also cancel the function by pressing and holding the SET UP button on the rear of the speaker until a beep is heard. The L/R indicators turn off, and the function is canceled. The grouping is also canceled.

Note

To play back music stored on a PC, the server (DMS) function is required on the PC. For more information, refer to the operating instructions for the PC.

Only music files on the server device of the home network can be played back. Sound from video files cannot be played back.

Playing music in more than one room at the same time (Wireless Multi-room)

By grouping speakers, you can fill your rooms with same music simultaneously.

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You can save the settings of your favorite speaker group.

For more details on the Wireless Multi- room function (such as grouping and group playback), refer to the following URL. * Different songs stored on a smartphone or tablet cannot be output from each speaker.

http://info.songpal.sony.net/help/

Using the speaker as a rear speaker (Wireless Surround)

Enjoy even greater surround sound with additional speakers. For more details, see "Using this speaker as a rear speaker (Wireless Surround)."

Using two speakers (Wireless Stereo)

Pair two speakers together to create wider, stereo sound. For more details, see "Connecting two speakers (Wireless Stereo)."

Related Topic

Using this speaker as a rear speaker (Wireless Surround) Connecting two speakers (Wireless Stereo)

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Connecting a Walkman compatible with High - Resolution Audio formats

You can connect a Walkman compatible with High- Resolution Audio formats to the speaker with the supplied micro -USB cable and an optional High-Resolution Audio USB Adaptor WM-PORT Cable.

The speaker receives unconverted digital audio data, which is converted to analog data through the digital-to-analog converter of the speaker before being output.

Optional High-Resolution Audio USB Adaptor WM-PORT Cable can be ordered from your nearest Sony Service Center.

Connect an optional High-Resolution Audio USB Adaptor WM-PORT Cable to the Walkman.

Connect the supplied micro-USB cable to the optional High-Resolution Audio USB Adaptor WM-PORT

cable and USB port.

Note

Sony is not responsible for loss or damage of data in a Walkman that is connected to the speaker. The Walkman will not be charged if it is connected to the USB port.

Related Topic

About High- Resolution Audio format files Listening to music on a Walkman compatible with High - Resolution Audio formats

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Connecting an Xperia compatible with High - Resolution Audio formats

You can connect an Xperia compatible with High- Resolution Audio formats to the speaker with the supplied micro -USB cable and an optional cable for Xperia. The speaker receives unconverted digital audio data, which is converted to analog data through the digital-to-analog converter of the speaker before being output.

Connect an optional cable for Xperia to the Xperia.

Connect the supplied micro-USB cable to the optional cable and USB port.

Note

Sony is not responsible for any loss or damage to data in an Xperia that is connected to the speaker. The Xperia will not charge if it is connected to the USB port.

Related Topic

About High- Resolution Audio format files Listening to music on a Xperia compatible with High- Resolution Audio formats

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Connecting a PC/Installing the driver

You can connect a PC to the USB port with the supplied micro - USB cable.

To play High-Resolution Audio format files

The speaker is compatible with High- Resolution Audio format (192 kHz/24 bit). To play High-Resolution Audio format files on your PC with the speaker, you need to download and install "Media Go" and "HiRes Audio Player" to your PC.

Connect a PC to the USB port with the supplied micro-USB cable.

When connecting to a Windows PC, the driver is automatically installed. If it is not installed automatically, visit one of the following websites, and download and install the driver. For customers in Europe:

http://www.sony.eu/support

For customers in the USA:

http://esupport.sony.com/US

For customers in Canada:

http://esupport.sony.com/CA/

For customers in other countries/regions:

http://www.sony-asia.com/section/support

For details how to install the application, follow the instructions on the website.

Note

Sony does not guarantee correct operation when a USB hub or USB extension cable is used. Do not disconnect the PC during operation. To prevent damage to data, stop playback, then turn off the power of the speaker before disconnecting

the PC.

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About High- Resolution Audio format files Installing Media Go and Hi-Res Audio Player to a PC Listening to music on a PC

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Connecting to a portable audio device, etc.

Be sure to turn off the power of the device before making any connections.

Connect a device to the AUDIO IN jack with a commercially-available audio cable (with stereo mini

plugs).

If you use a cable (with stereo mini plugs) with significant resistance, the sound may be lower. Therefore make sure you use a cable (with stereo mini plugs) with low resistivity.

Note

Connecting to the TV is not recommended.

If connecting the TV to the AUDIO IN jack of the speaker, the sound will be delayed. If connecting the TV or game equipment to the AUDIO IN jack of the speaker, the sound will not match to the picture.

Related Topic

Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc.

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What you can do with the speaker

Compatible with High -Resolution Audio formats up to 192 kHz/24 bit Music playback via a wireless connection (DLNA/BLUETOOTH) Music service support Music services and their period of availability may differ. An update of the speaker may be required. Services offered by third parties may be changed, suspended, or terminated without prior notice. Sony does not bear any responsibility for such situations.

BLUETOOTH supported codec By connecting the speaker with a smartphone via BLUETOOTH, you can talk hands -free using the built -in microphone and speaker. "Noise suppression" and "Echo cancellation" enable phone calls with high -quality sound. Noise suppression: Noise picked up by the speaker is suppressed, so the caller will hear your voice with less noise. Echo cancellation: By reducing sound from the speaker picked up by the speaker microphone, echoes generated by the caller's phone will be suppressed.

Easy operation from your smartphone and tablet Compatible with DSEE HX

This function enables enhancement during the compression process. [Auto] is set as the default setting so you can enjoy both compressed audio files and highresolution audio files. Compatible with ClearAudio+

: SBC (Subband Codec) / AAC (Advanced Audio Coding) / LDAC

of the sound quality for compressed audio files and restores high - range sound removed

Audio signal compression and conversion format

Only when SongPal is installed on your device

Enhancement up to 192 kHz/24 bit

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Parts and controls

Top and bottom

Rear

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(power)/ PAIRING button/indicator

Press to turn the speaker’s power on and off (standby mode). While the speaker is turned on, press and hold until the beep sounds. The speaker is then in the pairing mode for the BLUETOOTH connection.

CHARGE indicator

Lights up or flashes to indicate the charging status of the built- in lithium- ion battery.

-/+ (volume) buttons

Press to adjust the volume. The has a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the remote.

EXTRA BASS button/indicator

Press to set the sound effects. Lights up when set to on.

(call) button

Press to receive a call. It has a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the remote.

AUDIO IN indicator Lights up while in the AUDIO IN mode.

USB indicator Lights up while in the USB mode.

BLUETOOTH indicator Lights up or flashes while in the BLUETOOTH mode to indicate the status of the BLUETOOTH connection.

NETWORK indicator

(power) indicator flashes according to the volume adjustment when pressed. The + button

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Lights up while in the network mode, or depending on the receiving service.

LINK indicator

Indicates the status of the speaker’s network connection.

N-Mark

If your connecting device such as a smartphone is NFC-compatible, touch it on the N-Mark of the speaker. The speaker will automatically turn on, register (pair) with the device, and make a BLUETOOTH connection.

Grille detachment lever

Removes the front speaker grille.

RESET button

Push to reset the speaker. If the speaker cannot be turned on or operated, pushing the RESET button with a pointed object, such as a pin, may resolve problems.

FUNCTION button

Press to change the speaker modes in the following order: AUDIO IN

NETWORK BLUETOOTH USB AUDIO IN NETWORK ...

Microphone

For a hands-free call

AUDIO IN jack

Connect to the headphone jack of a portable audio device, etc., using a commercially- available audio cable (with stereo mini plugs).

USB port

Connect a PC with the supplied micro-USB cable. Use a dedicated cable (not supplied) when connecting a Walkman or Xperia compatible with High- Resolution Audio formats.

DC IN 5 V jack

Connect the supplied micro-USB cable and USB AC adaptor.

(right)/ (left) indicator

Lights up or flashes depending on the status of the speaker while the Wireless Surround function function

STEREO PAIR button

Press to use the Wireless Stereo function

is on.

when two speakers are connected.

or Wireless Stereo

SET UP button

Press to use the Wireless Surround function

UPDATE/WPS button/UPDATE indicator

Lights up or flashes depending on the status of the speaker's software update. After pressing and holding for 2 seconds while the indicator is lit, the software update starts after the beep sounds from the speaker.

, combining the speaker and other audio devices.

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If your wireless router has a Wi-Fi Protected Setup™(WPS) button, you can use this button to connect to the network. After

pressing and holding for two seconds, the speaker is ready to connect to a wireless router after the beep sound from the

speaker If your wireless router has a Wi-Fi Protected Setup™(WPS) button (AOSS), you can connect to the Wi -Fi network by this

method. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your wireless router.

Available when updating your speaker’s pre-installed software. For more details, refer to the following URL.

http://sony.net/nasite/

Not available while the UPDATE indicator is lit

Related Topic

About the indicators

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Checking the included items

After unpacking, check that all items in the list below are included. If any items are missing, contact your dealer. The number in ( ) indicates the quantity.

Personal audio system (h.ear go (SRS-HG1)) (1) USB AC adaptor (1) Micro- USB cable (1)

AC power cord Conversion adaptor Operating Instructions (Warranty Card*) (1)

Provides important safety information, BLUETOOTH connection method, troubleshooting, etc. Reference Guide

Provides important safety information. Warranty card

Depending on your region/country

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When the speaker is turned off, time that is required to charge the empty battery to its full capacity.

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Connecting to an AC outlet

You can operate the speaker by connecting to the AC outlet with the supplied USB AC adaptor or by using the built-in lithium -ion battery (rechargeable). Before using the speaker for the first time, be sure to charge the battery by connecting the speaker to an AC outlet via the supplied USB AC adaptor and micro -USB cable. When connecting the micro - USB cable to the DC IN 5 V jack, the seconds, and then the speaker enters the start-up mode. It takes about 15 to 30 seconds. After that, the

in red (standby mode), and you can turn on the speaker.

When the battery is charged, you can use the speaker without using the USB AC adaptor.

For the protection of the battery, the (power)/ PAIRING button is locked when shipping.

Connect the supplied USB AC adaptor and micro-USB cable.

(power) indicator starts flashing in green after about two

(power) indicator is lit

Connect the micro-USB cable to a DC IN 5 V jack.

Connect the USB AC adaptor to an AC outlet.

Do not use other than the supplied USB AC adaptor, micro- USB cable, and AC power cord.

When the speaker is connected to an AC outlet via the USB AC adaptor, charging starts and the CHARGE indicator lights up in orange. Charging is completed in about 3 hours

and the indicator turns off.

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If a AC power cord or conversion adaptor is supplied

The shape of the plug on the USB AC adaptor and the connection method differ. According your country or region, connect the AC power cord and conversion adaptor to the USB AC adaptor.

Lifespan of a lithium-ion battery

When making a BLUETOOTH (SBC) connection: Approx. 12 hours (at normal playback) When connected to a network: Approx. 8 hours (at normal playback)

When the specified music source is used, the BLUETOOTH device is set to the maximum volume, and the volume level of the speaker is set to 33. The battery life when the volume level of the speaker is set to maximum will be 4 hours.

When the specified music source is used, the network device is set to the maximum volume, and the volume level of the speaker is set to 33. The battery life when the volume level of the speaker is set to maximum will be 4 hours.

When the battery is running low

When the CHARGE indicator flashes slowly, the battery is running low and needs to be charged. Charge the speaker by connecting to an AC outlet via the USB AC adaptor.

Hint

Even when listening to music from the speaker, you can charge the speaker if it is connected to the AC outlet. (The CHARGE indicator is not lit.) However, it is recommended to turn off the speaker for charging because the charging time may become longer.

Note

Charge the battery before use.

When connecting the USB AC adaptor to the speaker for the first time, the seconds, and then it lights up in red. Unless the PAIRING button. Charge the battery before use, otherwise the power will not turn on. If the battery life is low, the speaker is not turned on immediately even when connected the USB AC adaptor. Charge the battery at least 1 hour before use.

(power) indicator lights up in red, the speaker is not turned on by pressing the (power)/

(power) indicator flashes slowly in green for about 20 to 30

When the speaker is turned on, the CHARGE indicator is not lit even when the USB AC adaptor is connected. (Charging is started.) When you switch the power source between an AC outlet and battery by connecting/disconnecting the USB AC adaptor, sound output will stop for

a short while. This is not a malfunction. If you use the speaker at a high volume, the battery power and the volume may reduce even when connected to an AC outlet. When using the

speaker while charging the battery, turn the volume to low. Or turn off the speaker, and wait until the battery is charged fully. If you use the speaker at a high volume for a long time, the battery power and the volume may reduce even when connected to an AC outlet. This

is not a malfunction. In this case, turn off the speaker, and wait until the battery is charged fully. When the battery life is low (CHARGE indicator flashes), the maximum output level of the speaker becomes low. In a very high or low temperature, charging the battery will be stopped for its safety. If the charging continues for a long time, the charging may be

stopped. Charge the battery in the usable temperature range (5 °C to 35 °C). If you do not intend to use the speaker for a long time, charge the battery to its full capacity once every 6 months to maintain its performance.

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Turning the power on

Press the (power)/ PAIRING button.

(power) indicator lights up in green.

The

Hint

The LINK indicator may also begin to flash when the speaker is turned on. It may take a while before the speaker turns on. When you turn on the speaker in the BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode, the start-up time becomes shorter and the speaker will become

operational sooner, than when you turn on the speaker in standby mode. To turn on the BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode, first turn on the speaker that is connected to an AC outlet via the supplied USB AC adaptor and micro-USB cable. Then press and hold the orange.

(power)/ PAIRING button and the FUNCTION button until the (power) indicator lights up in

Note

When the CHARGE indicator flashes slowly, the battery is running low and needs to be charged. Charge the speaker by connecting to an AC outlet via the USB AC adaptor.

When the speaker is being powered by the built-in battery only, the BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode is not available.

Related Topic

Turning the power off (standby mode) About the indicators Using the BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode

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Turning the power off (standby mode)

Press the (power)/ PAIRING button.

(power) indicator flashes slowly in green. When the indicator lights up in red, the speaker enters the standby mode.

The

Hint

If you turn off the speaker when it is connected to an AC outlet via the USB AC adaptor, and while the BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode is on,

(power) indicator lights up in orange and the speaker enters the BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode.

the

Note

If you turn off the speaker while the LINK indicator is flashing, the (power) indicator may flash for several tens of seconds. This is not a malfunction. Wait until the indicator stops flashing. While the stays lit.

If the speaker has been turned off for 30 hours without charging, it will enter the power saving mode, and the cancel the power saving mode, press and hold the outlet via the supplied USB AC adaptor and micro-USB cable. In this case, it will take about 15 to 30 seconds to start up the speaker. You cannot make a BLUETOOTH connection between the speaker and another NFC-compatible device by one touch (NFC) when the speaker is in the power saving mode. After the

(power) indicator starts flashing by turning on the speaker, touch with a smartphone again.

(power)/ PAIRING button for more than two seconds, or connect the speaker to an AC

(power) indicator is flashing, the speaker is not operational. Wait until the indicator

(power) indicator will be off. To

Related Topic

Using the BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode Auto standby mode Standby mode differences

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Using the BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode

If the BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode is on, the speaker turns on when a BLUETOOTH device or network device is operated. The BLUETOOTH or network connection then starts. When you turn on the speaker in the BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode, the start - up time becomes shorter and the speaker will become operational sooner, than when you turn on the speaker in the standby mode. The BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode can be set only when the speaker is connected to an AC outlet via the USB AC adaptor (supplied).

Connect the speaker to the AC outlet via the USB AC adaptor, then turn the speaker on.

(power) indicator lights up in green.

The

Press and hold the

(power) indicator lights up in orange.

The speaker turns off and enters the BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode. If you operate a BLUETOOTH device or network device to connect to the speaker, the speaker turns on automatically and connection starts.

(power)/ PAIRING button and the FUNCTION button simultaneously until the

To turn off the BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode

With the speaker turned on, press and hold the (power)/ PAIRING button and the FUNCTION button simultaneously. When the indicator lights up in red, the BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode is turned off and the speaker enters the standby mode.

Note

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The BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode can be set only when the speaker is connected to an AC outlet via the USB AC adaptor (supplied).

When the speaker is being powered by the built-in battery only, the BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode is not available.

Related Topic

Turning the power off (standby mode) Setting the auto standby mode Standby mode differences

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Auto standby mode

The speaker automatically enters the standby mode or switches to the BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode if the speaker remains in any of the following states for about 15 minutes.

No operation of the speaker No connect/disconnect operations to the speaker from external devices Music (sound) is not played while connected to an external device. The speaker is not connected via BLUETOOTH by HFP.

Hint

The auto standby mode can be turned off by using SongPal.

Note

The auto standby mode may not work depending on the connecting device during the AUDIO IN function.

Related Topic

Setting the auto standby mode Standby mode differences

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How to use the SongPal screen

SongPal is an application for controlling Sony audio devices which are compatible with SongPal, by your smartphone, iPhone, etc. Search for SongPal at Google Play or the App Store and download with your smartphone, iPhone, etc. After downloading SongPal onto your smartphone, iPhone, etc. For details about SongPal, refer to the following URL:

http://info.songpal.sony.net/help/

The specification and design of the application may change without notice.

To start up SongPal on your smartphone, iPhone, etc.

Tap [SongPal] on your smartphone, iPhone, etc.

[SongPal] will be displayed on the screen.

SongPal

Make sure that your smartphone, iPhone, etc. is connected to a network when starting SongPal at the first time.

The overview of the devices on the home network is displayed. You can select the audio device to play or group the audio devices using SongPal Link.

You can select sound sources for playback. Also, you can make various sound/network settings of an audio device.

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Note

The screens above are the display examples. The actual display may differ. What you can control with SongPal varies depending on the connected device.

Related Topic

What you can do with SongPal

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What you can do with SongPal

SongPal is an application for controlling Sony audio devices which are compatible with SongPal, by your smartphone, iPhone, etc. Search for SongPal at Google Play or the App Store and download it onto your smartphone, iPhone, etc. For details about SongPal, refer to the following URL:

http://info.songpal.sony.net/help/

Downloading SongPal onto your smartphone/iPhone provides the following.

Sound settings of the speaker

You can easily customize your sound, or use the “ClearAudio+” and “DSEE HX” settings recommended by Sony.

Music service

You can configure the initial settings to use music services*.

Depending on the country or region, music services and their period of availability may differ. Separate registration is required for certain services. An update of the device may be required. Services offered by third parties may be changed, suspended, or terminated without prior notice. Sony does not bear any responsibility for such situations.

Controlling devices on your home network

You can play music stored in your PC or home network server over your network.

Note

What you can control with SongPal varies depending on the connected device. The specification and design of the application may change without notice.

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Connecting to a Wi - Fi network using SongPal (Smartphone)

You can connect the speaker to a Wi-Fi network using SongPal installed on your smartphone. First, make a BLUETOOTH connection between the speaker and the smartphone. Then configure the Wi -Fi network settings. Wi-Fi network settings in SongPal are sent from your smartphone to the speaker via BLUETOOTH. Complete step speaker enters the standby mode automatically by the auto standby mode. Do the following before starting.

Place the speaker closer to the wireless router.

Before starting this procedure, be aware that the setting information of your Wi-Fi network will not be protected until the setting is complete. After the setting is complete, the setting information of your Wi-Fi network will be protected again when you set wireless LAN security. The specification and design of the application may change without notice.

within 15 minutes after turning on the speaker. If the speaker is not operated for more than 15 minutes, the

Connect your smartphone to your wireless router.

Connect it to 2.4 GHz band (11b, 11g, and 11n) or 5 GHz band (11a and 11n). The speaker does not support IEEE

802.11ac.

Have the Wi-Fi network name (SSID) and password of the wireless router available for reference.

Some wireless routers have multiple SSIDs. Be sure to have the SSID that your smartphone is connected to. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your wireless router.

Install SongPal on your smartphone.

Search for SongPal at Google Play™.

SongPal

Turn on the speaker.

Complete step

within 15 minutes after turning on the speaker.

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The (power) indicator lights up in green, then the LINK indicator begins to flash.

Tap [SongPal] on your smartphone to start up the application.

Follow the instructions on the screen.

SongPal

If your smartphone is NFC-compatible, turn on the NFC function, and unlock the screen of the

smartphone. Then touch the smartphone on the N-Mark of the speaker. If your smartphone is not NFCcompatible, go to step

Keep touching the smartphone on the N-Mark ( seconds). Then go to step

If your smartphone is not NFC-compatible, make the BLUETOOTH connection between the speaker

and the smartphone.

Turn on the BLUETOOTH function of your smartphone.

Tap [Bluetooth settings] on the SongPal screen of your smartphone.

) of the speaker until the smartphone responds (it may take a few

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Press the FUNCTION button repeatedly until the BLUETOOTH indicator lights up.

The speaker enters the BLUETOOTH mode.

When you turn on the speaker for the first time after purchase, pairing information is not stored in the speaker. In this case, by only placing the speaker in the BLUETOOTH mode, the BLUETOOTH indicator will begin to flash quickly and the speaker will enter the pairing mode automatically. Then go to step 5.

Press and hold the (power)/ PAIRING button of the speaker until beeps are heard.

The BLUETOOTH indicator begins to flash quickly, and the speaker enters the pairing mode.

Tap [h.ear go (SRS-HG1)] on the SongPal screen of your smartphone.

If [h.ear go (SRS-HG1)] is not displayed, search for the device. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your smartphone.

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Check that the BLUETOOTH indicator on the speaker is changed to lit from flashing.

When the BLUETOOTH connection is established, the BLUETOOTH indicator stays lit.

Configure the Wi-Fi network settings by your smartphone, following the on-screen instructions of

SongPal.

If a password is required, select the SSID that you recorded in step

The following screen will be displayed.

, and enter the password.

Check that the LINK indicator on the speaker lights up in orange.

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When the Wi-Fi connection is completed, the LINK indicator lights up in orange.

Depending on the environment, it may take more than a minute for the LINK indicator to light up.

The connection is complete.

Note

To download the app, you may have to pay a communication fee, depending on your Internet contract. When you connect the speaker to a Wi-Fi network for the first time after purchase, or after you initialize the speaker, the BLUETOOTH/Network

standby mode is turned on automatically. When connecting a smartphone with using the NFC function, be careful not to touch the FUNCTION button and -/+ (volume) buttons at the same

time with the smartphone.

Related Topic

Auto standby mode Standby mode differences Listening to music on a PC via a Wi- Fi network

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Connecting to a Wi - Fi network using SongPal (iPhone/iPod touch)

You can connect the speaker to a Wi-Fi network using SongPal installed on your iPhone/iPod touch. First, make a BLUETOOTH connection between the speaker and the iPhone/iPod touch. Then configure the Wi -Fi network settings. Wi-Fi network settings in SongPal are sent from your iPhone/iPod touch to the speaker via BLUETOOTH. Complete step speaker enters the standby mode automatically by the auto standby mode. Do the following before starting.

Place the speaker closer to the wireless router.

within 15 minutes after turning on the speaker. If the speaker is not operated for more than 15 minutes, the

Connect your iPhone/iPod touch to your wireless router.

Connect it to 2.4 GHz band (11b, 11g, and 11n) or 5 GHz band (11a and 11n). The speaker does not support IEEE

802.11ac.

Search for SongPal at the App Store and download it onto your iPhone/iPod touch.

SongPal

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Turn on the speaker.

Complete step

(power) indicator lights up in green, then the LINK indicator begins to flash.

The

Press the FUNCTION button repeatedly until the BLUETOOTH indicator flashes.

The speaker enters the BLUETOOTH mode.

within 15 minutes after turning on the speaker.

Press and hold the

The BLUETOOTH indicator begins to flash quickly, and the speaker enters the pairing mode.

Search for the speaker on the iPhone/iPod touch.

Select [Settings].

Tap [Bluetooth].

(power)/ PAIRING button of the speaker until beeps are heard.

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Tap [ ] to display [ ].

Tap [h.ear go (SRS-HG1)].

Check that the BLUETOOTH indicator on the speaker is changed to lit from flashing.

When the BLUETOOTH connection is established, the BLUETOOTH indicator stays lit.

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Configure the Wi-Fi network settings of the speaker, following the on-screen instructions of SongPal.

Tap [SongPal] on your iPhone/iPod touch to start up the application..

Follow the instructions on the screen.

SongPal

When the following screen is displayed, tap [OK].

If [Share Wi-Fi Settings? ] is displayed, tap [Allow].

The following screen will be displayed.

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Check that the LINK indicator on the speaker lights up in orange.

When the Wi-Fi connection is completed, the LINK indicator lights up in orange. Depending on the environment, it may take more than a minute for the LINK indicator to light up.

The connection is complete.

Note

standby mode is turned on automatically.

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Auto standby mode Standby mode differences Listening to music on a PC via a Wi- Fi network

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Listening to music on a PC via a Wi-Fi network

You can use a smartphone, iPhone, etc. with SongPal installed as a DLNA controller (operating device). You can select/play music files on a PC via a Wi-Fi network by operating your smartphone, iPhone, etc. To listen to music on the PC, it is necessary to set the PC as a DLNA server. The specification and design of the application may change without notice.

Set up your PC as a DLNA server.

For details about settings, see Related Topic below.

Tap [SongPal] on your smartphone, iPhone, etc. to start up the application.

SongPal

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Tap [Home Network].

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Select the DLNA server registered for your PC, by following the on-screen instruction of SongPal.

Select a song from the list and start playback.

Music in your PC will be heard from the speaker.

To enjoy a more dynamic sound

Pull the lever on the bottom of the speaker in the direction of the arrow shown in the illustration below to remove the grille.

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After removing the speaker grille, do not touch the exposed part of the speaker (speaker units), and keep the removed grille on a flat surface to prevent distortion.

Related Topic

DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) Compatible DLNA devices Setting your PC as a DLNA server and controller (Windows 10) Setting your PC as a DLNA server and controller (Windows 8.1) Setting your PC as a DLNA server and controller (Windows 7) Listening to music on a PC via a network (Media Go with SongPal operation) Listening to music on a PC via a network (Windows Media Player with SongPal operation)

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Listening to music on a smartphone, iPhone, etc. via a Wi - Fi network

You can listen to the music stored in your smartphone, iPhone, etc. over Wi- Fi network with SongPal. The specification and design of the application may change without notice.

Connect the speaker and a smartphone, iPhone, etc. to the same network.

Connect the speaker and your smartphone, iPhone, etc. to the same SSID of your wireless router. The LINK indicator lights up in orange when the speaker is connected to your network.

Tap [SongPal] on your smartphone, iPhone, etc. to start up the application.

SongPal

Tap [h.ear go (SRS-HG1)].

Tap [My Music].

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Start playing back music on your smartphone, iPhone, etc., and adjust the volume.

Music will be heard from the speaker.

To enjoy a more dynamic sound

Pull the lever on the bottom of the speaker in the direction of the arrow shown in the illustration below to remove the grille.

After removing the speaker grille, do not touch the exposed part of the speaker (speaker units), and keep the removed grille on a flat surface to prevent distortion.

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Listening to music of the device connected to the USB port

You can use a smartphone, iPhone, etc. with SongPal installed as a remote control to select the PC, Walkman, or Xperia connected to the USB port of the speaker. Operate the connected device to play back music. The specification and design of the application may change without notice.

Connect the device to the USB port of the speaker.

For details about connection, see Related Topic below.

Tap [SongPal] on your smartphone, iPhone, etc. to start up the application.

SongPal

Tap [h.ear go (SRS-HG1)].

Tap [USB DAC].

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Play back music on the PC.

For details, refer to the operating instructions of your PC.

To enjoy a more dynamic sound

Pull the lever on the bottom of the speaker in the direction of the arrow shown in the illustration below to remove the grille.

After removing the speaker grille, do not touch the exposed part of the speaker (speaker units), and keep the removed grille on a flat surface to prevent distortion.

Related Topic

Connecting an Xperia compatible with High- Resolution Audio formats Connecting a Walkman compatible with High - Resolution Audio formats

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Setting the sound quality

You can easily customize the sound quality of the speaker by using your smartphone, iPhone, etc. with SongPal installed. The specification and design of the application may change without notice.

Tap [SongPal] on your smartphone, iPhone, etc. to start up the application.

SongPal

Tap [h.ear go (SRS-HG1)].

Tap [Settings].

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Tap [Sound].

Select the desired setting and set the sound quality.

You can set the following sound settings.

ClearAudio+ You can enjoy ClearAudio+ mode (Sony-recommended sound quality). ClearAudio+ mode is set as the default. Equalizer You can set the sound quality according to the music genre. DSEE HX

This function enables enhancement

of the sound quality for compressed audio files and restores high - range sound removed during the compression process. [Auto] is set as the default setting so you can enjoy both compressed audio files and high -resolution audio files.

Enhancement up to 192 kHz/24 bit.

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Setting the auto standby mode

You can turn on/off the auto standby mode of the speaker, using SongPal installed on your smartphone, iPhone, etc. The specification and design of the application may change without notice.

Tap [SongPal] on your smartphone, iPhone, etc. to start up the application.

SongPal

Tap [h.ear go (SRS-HG1)].

Tap [Settings].

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Tap [Power Option].

Tap [Auto Standby].

Set the auto standby mode to on/off. If you set the auto standby mode to off, the speaker will not enter the standby mode or BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode automatically. When the auto standby mode is turned off, press the PAIRING button on the speaker to turn off the speaker.

Related Topic

Auto standby mode Standby mode differences

(power)/

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Setting the BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode

You can turn on/off the BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode of the speaker, using SongPal installed on your smartphone, iPhone, etc. The specification and design of the application may change without notice.

Tap [SongPal] on your smartphone, iPhone, etc. to start up the application.

SongPal

Tap [h.ear go (SRS-HG1)].

Tap [Settings].

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Tap [System].

Tap [Network Standby].

Set the BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode to on/off.

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Checking the battery level

You can check the battery level of the speaker using the SongPal installed on your smartphone, iPhone, etc. The specification and design of the application may change without notice.

Tap [SongPal] on your smartphone, iPhone, etc. to start up the application.

SongPal

Tap [h.ear go (SRS-HG1)].

Tap [Settings].

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Tap [Power Option].

Check [Battery Level] on the screen.

The battery level of the speaker is displayed.

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Setting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality (Codec)

You can select the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality of the speaker, using SongPal installed on your smartphone, iPhone, etc. The specification and design of the application may change without notice.

Tap [SongPal] on your smartphone, iPhone, etc. to start up the application.

SongPal

Tap [h.ear go (SRS-HG1)].

Tap [Settings].

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Tap [Other Settings].

Tap [Bluetooth Codec] and select the desired codec.

You can set the following.

Auto: Optimal codec is automatically selected from AAC, LDAC, and SBC. SBC: SBC is selected.

Note

If the playback quality setting is changed with the speaker turned on, the BLUETOOTH connection is terminated. In this case, connect the BLUETOOTH device manually again. After reconnecting, the playback quality is switched.

You may also need to adjust the settings of the connected device to change the playback quality setting, such as SBC, AAC, LDAC. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the device.

Related Topic

Selecting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality (Codec)

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Connecting via a USB cable

Operate an application such as Media Go to play back music. This connection method is suitable for playing back high - resolution audio files.

Connecting a PC/Installing the driver

Installing Media Go and Hi-Res Audio Player to a PC

Listening to music via a music playback application

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Making a wireless connection (BLUETOOTH connection)

Confirm that your PC is equipped with the BLUETOOTH function.

Making a BLUETOOTH connection between your PC and the speaker by using the following methods

Pairing a device to connect to the speaker for the first time (Windows 10) /(Windows 8.1) /(Windows 7) Connecting a paired PC and the speaker (Windows 10)/(Windows 8.1)/(Windows 7)

Listening to music via a music playback application

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Using Media Go

Listen to music stored on the PC from the speaker via a Wi-Fi network.

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network

Listening to music via Media Go

Operating Media Go via SongPal

A smartphone, iPhone, etc. with SongPal installed is used. First, connect the speaker to a Wi-Fi network using SongPal ( Smartphone)/(iPhone/iPod touch ). Next, set your PC for operating

from a controller such as a smartphone/iPhone, then listen to music from the speaker via a Wi-Fi network.

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Using Windows Media Player (Windows 7 or later)

Operate Windows Media Player on your PC to listen to music from the speaker via a Wi-Fi network.

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network

Setting your PC as a DLNA server and controller (Windows 10)/(Windows 8.1) /(Windows 7)

Listening to music on a PC via a network (Windows Media Player)

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Using other music playback software

If you want to use the server function to listen to the music files stored on your PC from the speaker via a network, move or copy music files to the library of “Media Go” or “Hi -Res Audio Player.”

Note

If you want to use a music playback software other than “Media Go” or “Hi-Res Audio Player,” make a BLUETOOTH connection with a PC.

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Making a wireless connection (BLUETOOTH connection)

Confirm that your smartphone is equipped with the BLUETOOTH function.

Making a BLUETOOTH connection between your smartphone and the speaker by using the following methods

Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device

Listening to music via a music playback application

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Connecting via an audio cable (with stereo mini plugs)

A commercially- available cable (with stereo mini plugs) is required.

Connecting a smartphone

Listening to music via a music playback application

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Using the Music application (Xperia only)

Make sure that the Music application (WALKMAN application) is pre-installed in your Xperia.

Connect your Xperia to your wireless router.

For details on connecting your Xperia to your wireless router, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your Xperia.

Connecting the speaker to your wireless router

Listening to music with the Music application

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Using SongPal

Use your smartphone, iPhone, etc. with SongPal installed.

Connecting the speaker to a Wi-Fi network, using SongPal

Listening to music via SongPal

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Connecting via a USB cable

A dedicated cable (not supplied) is required. This connection method is suitable for playing back high - resolution audio files.

Connecting an Xperia compatible with High- Resolution Audio formats

Listening to music via a music playback application

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Making a wireless connection (BLUETOOTH connection)

Check whether your iPhone/iPod touch is equipped with the BLUETOOTH function.

Making a BLUETOOTH connection between your iPhone/iPod touch and the speaker by using the following methods

Pairing iPhone/iPod touch to connect to the speaker for the first time Connecting a paired iPhone/iPod touch and the speaker

Listening to music via a music playback application

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Connecting via an audio cable (with stereo mini plugs)

A commercially- available cable (with stereo mini plugs) is required.

Connecting an iPhone/iPod touch

Listening to music via a music playback application

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Using SongPal

Use your iPhone/iPod touch with SongPal installed.

Connecting the speaker to a Wi-Fi network, using SongPal

Listening to music via SongPal

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Making a wireless connection (BLUETOOTH connection)

Confirm that your Walkman is equipped with the BLUETOOTH function.

Making a BLUETOOTH connection between your Walkman and the speaker by using the following methods

Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device

Listening to music via a music playback application

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Connecting via an audio cable (with stereo mini plugs)

A commercially- available cable (with stereo mini plugs) is required.

Connecting a Walkman

Listening to music via a music playback application

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Connecting via a USB cable

An optional High-Resolution Audio USB Adaptor WM-PORT cable* is required. This connection method is suitable for playing back high - resolution audio files.

Optional High-Resolution Audio USB Adaptor WM-PORT Cable can be ordered from your nearest Sony Service Center.

Connecting a Walkman compatible with High - Resolution Audio formats

Listening to music via a music playback application

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Making a wireless connection (BLUETOOTH connection)

Confirm that your Walkman is equipped with the BLUETOOTH function.

Making a BLUETOOTH connection between your Walkman and the speaker by using the following methods

Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device

Listening to music via a music playback application

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Connecting via an audio cable (with stereo mini plugs)

A commercially- available cable (with stereo mini plugs) is required.

Connecting a Walkman

Listening to music via a music playback application

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Connecting via a USB cable

Connecting a PC/Installing the driver

Receiving music services on the PC

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Making a wireless connection (BLUETOOTH connection)

Confirm that your PC is equipped with the BLUETOOTH function.

Making a BLUETOOTH connection between your PC and the speaker by using the following methods

Pairing a device to connect to the speaker for the first time (Windows 10) /(Windows 8.1) /(Windows 7) Connecting a paired PC and the speaker (Windows 10)/(Windows 8.1)/(Windows 7)

Receiving music services on your PC

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Making a wireless connection (BLUETOOTH connection)

Make sure whether your smartphone, iPhone, etc. is equipped with the BLUETOOTH function.

Making a BLUETOOTH connection between your smartphone, iPhone, etc. and the speaker by using the following methods

Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device

Receiving music services on the smartphone, iPhone, etc.

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Using SongPal (Google Cast)

A smartphone, iPhone, etc. with SongPal installed is required. You can listen to music services from the speaker via a Google Cast- enabled app.

Connecting the speaker to a Wi-Fi network using SongPal (smartphone)/(iPhone/iPod touch)

Listening to music services via a Google Cast- enabled app

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Selecting the Wi - Fi network connection method

Select the appropriate connection method for your network environment from below. Do the following before starting.

Check that the Wi-Fi network function is turned on. If the NETWORK indicator flashes continuously when changing the speaker to the NETWORK mode, turn on the Wi -Fi network function. Place the speaker closer to the wireless router.

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using SongPal

Download SongPal to your smartphone, iPhone, etc. This application provides Wi-Fi connection setup with the speaker, and allows you to select/play music in a DLNA server (such as a PC). For details, see “Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using SongPal (Smartphone) ” or “ Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using SongPal

(iPhone/iPod touch).”

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button of the wireless router

If your wireless router has a Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button, connect to the Wi-Fi network by this method. To check if your wireless router is compatible with Wi- Fi Protected Setup (WPS), refer to the operating instructions of your router. For details, see “Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button of the wireless router.”

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a PC

If your wireless router does not have a Wi - Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button, connect this speaker to your PC wirelessly, and then connect the speaker to the Wi -Fi network. The speaker should be initialized to the factory default settings for this connection. For details, see “Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a PC connected wirelessly .”

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using an iPhone/iPod touch

The speaker and your iPhone/iPod touch can be connected to the same Wi -Fi network. For details, see “Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using an iPhone/iPod touch.”

Hint

If your wireless router has a Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button, you can connect to the Wi-Fi network by this method. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your wireless router.

Related Topic

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using SongPal (Smartphone) Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using SongPal (iPhone/iPod touch)

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Checking the Wi -Fi signal strength (reception sensitivity)

Sony SRS-HG1 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Getting Started

Included items

Power source

SongPal

About SongPal

Wi-Fi network connection

Device control

Speaker settings

Listening to music on a PC

Without a Wi-Fi network

With a Wi-Fi network

Listening to music on a smartphone such as an Xperia or Walkman equipped with Android

Without a Wi-Fi network

With a Wi-Fi network

Without a Wi-Fi network

With a Wi-Fi network

Listening to music on an iPhone/iPod

Listening to music on a Walkman

Listening to music on a Walkman compatible with High- Resolution Audio formats

Listening to music from an Internet music service

Without a Wi-Fi network (PC)

Without a Wi-Fi network (Smartphone)

With a Wi-Fi network

Connections

Wi-Fi network connection

Wireless Surround/Wireless Stereo connection

BLUETOOTH connection (pairing)

BLUETOOTH connection (NFC)

BLUETOOTH connection (with a paired device)

USB device

AUDIO IN

Settings

Network

Listening

Network

BLUETOOTH

Software update

AUDIO IN

Phone calls

Listening to High-Resolution Audio format files

Information

Compatible devices and operating systems

Wi-Fi signal strength

About the standby mode

Notes on use

Support website

Troubleshooting

Power supply

Sound

Network connection

BLUETOOTH

USB device

Software update

Reset

Disposal and transfer

Table Of Contents

Connecting to a Wi - Fi network using a PC connected wirelessly

Connecting to a Wi - Fi network using an iPhone/iPod touch

Listening to music from an Internet streaming service (Google Cast)

Listening with multiple speakers (SongPal Link)

Connecting a Walkman compatible with High - Resolution Audio formats

Connecting an Xperia compatible with High - Resolution Audio formats

Connecting a PC/Installing the driver

Connecting to a portable audio device, etc.

What you can do with the speaker

Parts and controls

Checking the included items

Connecting to an AC outlet

Turning the power on

Turning the power off (standby mode)

Using the BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode

Auto standby mode

How to use the SongPal screen

What you can do with SongPal

Connecting to a Wi - Fi network using SongPal (Smartphone)

Connecting to a Wi - Fi network using SongPal (iPhone/iPod touch)