Sony SRS-X7 User Manual

Help Guide

Personal Audio System

SRS-X7

The following explains how to use this speaker. Select a topic from the navigation pane on the left.

How to Use

Getting Started

SongPal

Listening to music via home network

Listening to music via BLUETOOTH connection

Listening to music by connecting with an audio cable

Listening to music on an Xperia

Listening to music on a smartphone

Listening to music on an iPhone/iPad/iPod

Listening to music on a Walkman

Listening to music on a PC (Windows 8)

Listening to music on a PC (Windows 7)

Listening to music on a PC (Windows Vista)

Listening to music on a Mac

Information

Troubleshooting

Speaker

Network

BLUETOOTH

Additional information

List of Topics

How to Use

Troubleshooting

Notes on use

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Getting Started

Overview

Parts and controls

Included items

Power source

Notes on use

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SongPal

About "SongPal"

Wi-Fi network connection

Device control

Speaker settings

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How to Use

Personal Audio System

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Listening to music via home network

Selecting the method of network connection

DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 8 UI)

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 8)

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 7)

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows Vista)

Listening to music on a computer via network connection (Mac)

Listening to music on an iPhone/iPad/iPod via network connection

Listening to music on an Xperia via network connection

Notes on use

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How to Use

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Listening to music via BLUETOOTH connection

How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connection

Notes on use

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Listening to music by connecting with an audio cable

Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc., by connecting with an audio cable (AUDIO IN)

Notes on use

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Listening to music on an Xperia

Selecting the method of network connection

How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

Listening to music on an Xperia via network connection

Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connection

Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc., by connecting with an audio cable (AUDIO IN)

Notes on use

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Listening to music on a smartphone

How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connection

Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc., by connecting with an audio cable (AUDIO IN)

Notes on use

4-537-384-11(2)

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Personal Audio System

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Listening to music on an iPhone/iPad/iPod

Selecting the method of network connection

How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

Listening to music on an iPhone/iPad/iPod via network connection

Listening to music on an iPhone/iPad/iPod via BLUETOOTH connection

Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc., by connecting with an audio cable (AUDIO IN)

Notes on use

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Listening to music on a Walkman

How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

Listening to music on a Walkman via BLUETOOTH connection

Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc., by connecting with an audio cable (AUDIO IN)

Notes on use

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Listening to music on a PC (Windows 8)

Selecting the method of network connection

DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)

How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 8 UI)

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 8)

Listening to music on a PC via BLUETOOTH connection

Notes on use

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Personal Audio System

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Listening to music on a PC (Windows 7)

Selecting the method of network connection

DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)

How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 7)

Listening to music on a PC via BLUETOOTH connection

Notes on use

4-537-384-11(2)

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Listening to music on a PC (Windows Vista)

Selecting the method of network connection

DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)

How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows Vista)

Listening to music on a PC via BLUETOOTH connection

Notes on use

4-537-384-11(2)

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Listening to music on a Mac

Selecting the method of network connection

DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)

How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

Listening to music on a computer via network connection (Mac)

Listening to music on a PC via BLUETOOTH connection

Notes on use

4-537-384-11(2)

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Information

About the indicators

Compatible device

Software update

Wi-Fi signal strength

About standby functions

Notes on use

Trademarks

Support website

Notes on use

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Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting

Notes on use

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Troubleshooting

Personal Audio System

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Speaker

Power supply

Sound

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Troubleshooting

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Network

Network connection

Music Services

Home network (DLNA)

AirPlay

Notes on use

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Troubleshooting

Personal Audio System

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BLUETOOTH

Pairing

One-touch connection (NFC)

Sound

Notes on use

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Troubleshooting

Personal Audio System

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Additional information

Reset

Disposal and transfer

Notes on use

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List of Topics

Personal Audio System

SRS-X7

How to Use

Getting Started

Overview

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 Using the BLUETOOTH/Network standby function Charging USB devices, such as smartphones Auto standby function

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)

Device control

Listening to music on a PC via a Wi- Fi network Listening to various Internet music streaming (music service)

Speaker settings

Setting the sound quality Setting the auto standby function Checking the battery level Setting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality

Listening to music via home network

Selecting the method of network connection

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Selecting the method of network connection

DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 8 UI)

Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button of a wireless router Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cable Connection method 3: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a PC connected wirelessly (Windows 8 UI) Connection method 4: Connecting to a wired network Setting your PC as a DLNA server and controller (Windows 8) Setting your PC for operating from the DLNA controller (Windows 8) Listening with the AirPlay function (iTunes) Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 8) (Windows Media Player) Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Media Go)

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 8)

Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button of a wireless router Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cable Connection method 3: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a PC connected wirelessly (Windows 7/Windows 8) Connection method 4: Connecting to a wired network Setting your PC as a DLNA server and controller (Windows 8) Setting your PC for operating from the DLNA controller (Windows 8) Listening with the AirPlay function (iTunes) Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 8) (Windows Media Player) Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Media Go)

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 7)

Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button of a wireless router Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cable Connection method 3: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a PC connected wirelessly (Windows 7/Windows 8) Connection method 4: Connecting to a wired network Setting your PC as a DLNA server and controller (Windows 7) Listening with the AirPlay function (iTunes) Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 7) Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Media Go)

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows Vista)

Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button of a wireless router Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cable Connection method 3: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a PC connected wirelessly (Windows Vista) Connection method 4: Connecting to a wired network Setting your PC as a DLNA server (Windows Vista) Listening with the AirPlay function (iTunes)

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

Listening to music on a computer via network connection (Mac)

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Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button of a wireless router Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cable Connection method 3: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a Mac connected wirelessly Connection method 4: Connecting to a wired network Listening with the AirPlay function (iTunes)

Listening to music on an iPhone/iPad/iPod via network connection

Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button of a wireless router Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cable Connection method 3: Connecting to a wired network Listening with the AirPlay function (iPhone/iPad/iPod touch)

Listening to music on an Xperia via network connection

Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button of a wireless router Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cable Connection method 3: Connecting to a wired network Listening to music with the WALKMAN application (Xperia)

Listening to music via BLUETOOTH connection

How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connection

Connection method 1: Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device Connection method 2: Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device Connection method 3: Connecting with a smartphone by one touch (NFC) Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connection Selecting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) Disconnecting the smartphone by one touch (NFC) Switching devices by one touch (NFC)

Listening to music by connecting with an audio cable

Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc., by connecting with an audio cable (AUDIO IN)

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

Listening to music on an Xperia

Selecting the method of network connection

How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

Listening to music on an Xperia via network connection

Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button of a wireless router

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Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cable Connection method 3: Connecting to a wired network Listening to music with the WALKMAN application (Xperia)

Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connection

Connection method 1: Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device Connection method 2: Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device Connection method 3: Connecting with a smartphone by one touch (NFC) Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connection Selecting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) Disconnecting the smartphone by one touch (NFC) Switching devices by one touch (NFC)

Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc., by connecting with an audio cable (AUDIO IN)

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

Listening to music on a smartphone

How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connection

Connection method 1: Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device Connection method 2: Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device Connection method 3: Connecting with a smartphone by one touch (NFC) Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connection Selecting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) Disconnecting the smartphone by one touch (NFC) Switching devices by one touch (NFC)

Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc., by connecting with an audio cable (AUDIO IN)

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

Listening to music on an iPhone/iPad/iPod

Selecting the method of network connection

How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

Listening to music on an iPhone/iPad/iPod via network connection

Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button of a wireless router

Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cable

Connection method 3: Connecting to a wired network

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Listening with the AirPlay function (iPhone/iPad/iPod touch)

Listening to music on an iPhone/iPad/iPod via BLUETOOTH connection

Connection method 1: Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device Connection method 2: Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connection Selecting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use)

Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc., by connecting with an audio cable (AUDIO IN)

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

Listening to music on a Walkman

How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

Listening to music on a Walkman via BLUETOOTH connection

Connection method 1: Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device Connection method 2: Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connection Selecting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use)

Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc., by connecting with an audio cable (AUDIO IN)

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

Listening to music on a PC (Windows 8)

Selecting the method of network connection

DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)

How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 8 UI)

Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button of a wireless router Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cable Connection method 3: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a PC connected wirelessly (Windows 8 UI) Connection method 4: Connecting to a wired network Setting your PC as a DLNA server and controller (Windows 8) Setting your PC for operating from the DLNA controller (Windows 8) Listening with the AirPlay function (iTunes)

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 8) (Windows Media Player)

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

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Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 8)

Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button of a wireless router Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cable Connection method 3: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a PC connected wirelessly (Windows 7/Windows 8) Connection method 4: Connecting to a wired network Setting your PC as a DLNA server and controller (Windows 8) Setting your PC for operating from the DLNA controller (Windows 8) Listening with the AirPlay function (iTunes) Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 8) (Windows Media Player) Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Media Go)

Listening to music on a PC via BLUETOOTH connection

Connection method 1: Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device Connection method 2: Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connection Selecting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use)

Listening to music on a PC (Windows 7)

Selecting the method of network connection

DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)

How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 7)

Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button of a wireless router Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cable Connection method 3: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a PC connected wirelessly (Windows 7/Windows 8) Connection method 4: Connecting to a wired network Setting your PC as a DLNA server and controller (Windows 7) Listening with the AirPlay function (iTunes) Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 7) Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Media Go)

Listening to music on a PC via BLUETOOTH connection

Connection method 1: Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device Connection method 2: Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connection Selecting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use)

Listening to music on a PC (Windows Vista)

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Selecting the method of network connection

DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)

How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows Vista)

Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button of a wireless router Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cable Connection method 3: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a PC connected wirelessly (Windows Vista) Connection method 4: Connecting to a wired network Setting your PC as a DLNA server (Windows Vista) Listening with the AirPlay function (iTunes) Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Media Go)

Listening to music on a PC via BLUETOOTH connection

Connection method 1: Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device Connection method 2: Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connection Selecting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use)

Listening to music on a Mac

Selecting the method of network connection

DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)

How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

Listening to music on a computer via network connection (Mac)

Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button of a wireless router Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cable Connection method 3: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a Mac connected wirelessly Connection method 4: Connecting to a wired network Listening with the AirPlay function (iTunes)

Listening to music on a PC via BLUETOOTH connection

Connection method 1: Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device Connection method 2: Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connection Selecting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality

Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use)

Information

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About the indicators

Compatible device

Compatible iPhone/iPad/iPod models Compatible operating system (Windows) Compatible operating systems (Mac) Compatible DLNA devices Compatible BLUETOOTH devices

Software update

Updating the software

Wi-Fi signal strength

Checking the Wi -Fi signal strength (reception sensitivity)

About standby functions

Differences of standby modes

Notes on use

Precautions Notes on charging Disposing of the speaker What is BLUETOOTH wireless technology?

Trademarks

Trademarks Important information on software

Support website

Customer support websites

Notes on use

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List of Topics

Personal Audio System

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Troubleshooting

What can I do to solve a problem?

Speaker

Power supply

Unable to turn on the speaker or charge the built- in battery None of the speaker buttons can be operated. The speaker has entered standby mode or BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode unexpectedly.

Sound

No sound/Sound from only one speaker/Low sound level Distorted sound/Humming or noise in the speaker output

Network

Network connection

The speaker cannot connect to the network. (Other equipment on the network cannot find or recognize the speaker.) The speaker cannot connect to the network via a Wi-Fi network connection. The speaker cannot connect to a network using the WPS button. The speaker does not appear in the device list on the computer's music playback application. The speaker does not appear in the device select screen on "SongPal."

Music Services

The speaker cannot connect to music services.

Home network (DLNA)

The controller cannot find the speaker. (The controller cannot browse the contents of the speaker.) Music started automatically. The sound is interrupted. Playback does not start.

AirPlay

The speaker cannot be found from an iPhone/iPod touch/iPad or computer with iTunes. Music started automatically. There is no sound, or the sound skips during playback.

The speaker cannot be operated.

BLUETOOTH

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Pairing

Unable to pair the speaker with a BLUETOOTH device

One- touch connection (NFC)

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

Sound

There is no sound Distorted sound/Humming or noise in the speaker output

Additional information

Reset

Using the RESET button Initializing the speaker

Disposal and transfer

Disposing of or giving away this speaker

Notes on use

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Notes on use

June 2013

Before use

To make full use of this content, please read the following notes thoroughly. Please note that they are subject to change without prior notice.

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With Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 or later Mozilla Firefox: latest version Google Chrome™ : latest version

With Apple Mac OS

Apple Safari Ver. 5 or later Mozilla Firefox: latest version Google Chrome : latest version

For viewing on a smartphone or tablet

Basic operation has been confirmed on the standard browser for the noted devices running the following operating systems.

Android™ 2.3 or later: Xperia series, Walkman running Android iOS 4 or later: iPhone, iPod touch, iPad

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Overview

What you can do with the speaker

Introduction to the main features

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Parts and controls

Introducing the functions of buttons, terminals and indicators on the speaker.

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Included items

Checking the included items

Check that all items are packed with the speaker before use.

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Power source

Connecting to an AC outlet

You can charge the speaker from an AC outlet via the AC adaptor (supplied).

Turning the power on

You can turn on the speaker.

Turning the power off

You can turn off the speaker.

Using the BLUETOOTH/Network standby function

The speaker turns on automatically by operating a BLUETOOTH device or network device, and BLUETOOTH or network connection starts.

Charging USB devices, such as smartphones

You can charge your smartphone from the speaker connected with the USB cable.

Auto standby function

If no operation is performed and no sound is input for about 15 minutes, the speaker turns off automatically.

Notes on use

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About "SongPal"

How to use the "SongPal" screen

"SongPal" is a dedicated application for controlling Sony audio devices which are compatible with "SongPal," by your smartphone/iPhone.

What you can do with "SongPal"

"SongPal" provides Wi-Fi connection setup with the speaker, and allows you to select/play music on the PC or server via your home network.

Notes on use

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Wi-Fi network connection

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.

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using "SongPal" (iPhone)

You can connect the speaker to a Wi-Fi network using "SongPal" installed on your iPhone. First, make a BLUETOOTH connection between the speaker and the iPhone.

Notes on use

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Device control

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

You can listen to music on a PC via a Wi-Fi network, using "SongPal" installed on your smartphone/iPhone.

Listening to various Internet music streaming (music service)

You can use various Internet music streaming offered on the Internet, using "SongPal" installed on your smartphone/iPhone.

Notes on use

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Speaker settings

Setting the sound quality

You can easily customize the sound of the speaker or use Sony's recommended "ClearAudio+" setting, using "SongPal" installed on your smartphone/iPhone.

Setting the auto standby function

You can turn on/off the auto standby and the BLUETOOTH/Network standby functions of the speaker, using "SongPal" installed on your smartphone/iPhone.

Checking the battery level

You can check the battery level of the speaker using the "SongPal" installed on your smartphone/iPhone.

Setting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality

You can select the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality of the speaker, using "SongPal" installed on your smartphone/iPhone.

Notes on use

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Selecting the method of network connection

Connect to the network after checking your network environment.

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DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)

You can listen to music stored in a DLNA server (PC etc.) on a home network using the speaker.

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Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 8 UI)

Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button of a wireless router

If your wireless router has a WPS button, you can connect to the Wi-Fi network by this method.

Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cable

Connect the speaker to a computer with a LAN cable (not supplied), then connect to the wireless router.

Connection method 3: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a PC connected wirelessly (Windows 8 UI)

Connect the speaker with a Windows 8 UI PC wirelessly, then connect to the Wi - Fi network.

Connection method 4: Connecting to a wired network

Connect the speaker to a wireless router with a LAN cable (not supplied), then connect the wireless router to the computer.

Setting your PC as a DLNA server and controller (Windows 8)

Set a Windows 8 PC for use as a DLNA server and a controller.

Setting your PC for operating from the DLNA controller (Windows 8)

Set a Windows 8 PC to listen to music stored that PC using the speaker by operating from the DLNA controller.

Listening with the AirPlay function (iTunes)

You can listen to music on a Mac or PC with iTunes using the speaker with AirPlay.

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 8) (Windows Media Player)

You can listen to music stored in a Windows 8 PC connected to your network using Windows Media Player.

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

You can listen to music stored in a PC connected to your network using Media Go.

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Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 8)

Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button of a wireless router

If your wireless router has a WPS button, you can connect to the Wi-Fi network by this method.

Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cable

Connect the speaker to a computer with a LAN cable (not supplied), then connect to the wireless router.

Connection method 3: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a PC connected wirelessly (Windows 7/Windows 8)

Connect the speaker with a Windows 7 or Windows 8 PC wirelessly, then connect to the Wi -Fi network.

Connection method 4: Connecting to a wired network

Connect the speaker to a wireless router with a LAN cable (not supplied), then connect the wireless router to the computer.

Setting your PC as a DLNA server and controller (Windows 8)

Set a Windows 8 PC for use as a DLNA server and a controller.

Setting your PC for operating from the DLNA controller (Windows 8)

Set a Windows 8 PC to listen to music stored that PC using the speaker by operating from the DLNA controller.

Listening with the AirPlay function (iTunes)

You can listen to music on a Mac or PC with iTunes using the speaker with AirPlay.

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 8) (Windows Media Player)

You can listen to music stored in a Windows 8 PC connected to your network using Windows Media Player.

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

You can listen to music stored in a PC connected to your network using Media Go.

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Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 7)

Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button of a wireless router

If your wireless router has a WPS button, you can connect to the Wi-Fi network by this method.

Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cable

Connect the speaker to a computer with a LAN cable (not supplied), then connect to the wireless router.

Connection method 3: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a PC connected wirelessly (Windows 7/Windows 8)

Connect the speaker with a Windows 7 or Windows 8 PC wirelessly, then connect to the Wi -Fi network.

Connection method 4: Connecting to a wired network

Connect the speaker to a wireless router with a LAN cable (not supplied), then connect the wireless router to the computer.

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

Set a Windows 7 PC for use as a DLNA server and a controller.

Listening with the AirPlay function (iTunes)

You can listen to music on a Mac or PC with iTunes using the speaker with AirPlay.

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 7)

You can listen to music stored in a Windows 7 PC connected to your network.

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

You can listen to music stored in a PC connected to your network using Media Go.

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Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows Vista)

Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button of a wireless router

If your wireless router has a WPS button, you can connect to the Wi-Fi network by this method.

Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cable

Connect the speaker to a computer with a LAN cable (not supplied), then connect to the wireless router.

Connection method 3: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a PC connected wirelessly (Windows Vista)

Connect the speaker with a Windows Vista PC wirelessly, then connect to the Wi-Fi network.

Connection method 4: Connecting to a wired network

Connect the speaker to a wireless router with a LAN cable (not supplied), then connect the wireless router to the computer.

Setting your PC as a DLNA server (Windows Vista)

Set a Windows Vista PC for use as a DLNA server.

Listening with the AirPlay function (iTunes)

You can listen to music on a Mac or PC with iTunes using the speaker with AirPlay.

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

You can listen to music stored in a PC connected to your network using Media Go.

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Listening to music on a computer via network connection (Mac)

Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button of a wireless router

If your wireless router has a WPS button, you can connect to the Wi-Fi network by this method.

Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cable

Connect the speaker to a computer with a LAN cable (not supplied), then connect to the wireless router.

Connection method 3: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a Mac connected wirelessly

Connect the speaker with a Mac wirelessly, then connect to the Wi-Fi network.

Connection method 4: Connecting to a wired network

Connect the speaker to a wireless router with a LAN cable (not supplied), then connect the wireless router to the computer.

Listening with the AirPlay function (iTunes)

You can listen to music on a Mac or PC with iTunes using the speaker with AirPlay.

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Listening to music on an iPhone/iPad/iPod via network connection

Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button of a wireless router

If your wireless router has a WPS button, you can connect to the Wi-Fi network by this method.

Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cable

Connect the speaker to a computer with a LAN cable (not supplied), then connect to the wireless router.

Connection method 3: Connecting to a wired network

Connect the speaker to a wireless router with a LAN cable (not supplied), then connect the wireless router to the computer.

Listening with the AirPlay function (iPhone/iPad/iPod touch)

You can listen to music on an iPhone/iPad/iPod touch using the speaker with AirPlay.

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Listening to music on an Xperia via network connection

Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button of a wireless router

If your wireless router has a WPS button, you can connect to the Wi-Fi network by this method.

Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cable

Connect the speaker to a computer with a LAN cable (not supplied), then connect to the wireless router.

Connection method 3: Connecting to a wired network

Connect the speaker to a wireless router with a LAN cable (not supplied), then connect the wireless router to the computer.

Listening to music with the WALKMAN application (Xperia)

You can listen to music on an Xperia using the speaker with WALKMAN application installed on your Xperia.

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How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

An overview of pairing and BLUETOOTH connection with BLUETOOTH device

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Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connection

Connection method 1: Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device

You can register (pair) a BLUETOOTH device and the speaker with each other, and make a BLUETOOTH connection.

Connection method 2: Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device

You can connect the speaker with a BLUETOOTH device that is already paired.

Connection method 3: Connecting with a smartphone by one touch (NFC)

By touching the speaker with a smartphone, the speaker is turned on automatically and then proceeds to pairing and making BLUETOOTH connection.

Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connection

You can enjoy listening to music of your BLUETOOTH device wirelessly via BLUETOOTH connection.

Selecting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality

You can select the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality of the speaker.

Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use)

After use, terminate the BLUETOOTH connection between the speaker and a BLUETOOTH device.

Disconnecting the smartphone by one touch (NFC)

You can disconnect the speaker from a connected smartphone by touching the speaker with it.

Switching devices by one touch (NFC)

You can switch devices by touching a new device once on the N-Mark of the speaker.

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Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc., by connecting with an audio cable (AUDIO IN)

Connecting to a portable audio device, etc.

You can connect a portable audio device, etc., with an audio cable (not supplied).

Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc.

You can enjoy music of a portable audio device, etc., connected to the AUDIO IN jack.

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Selecting the method of network connection

Connect to the network after checking your network environment.

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How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

An overview of pairing and BLUETOOTH connection with BLUETOOTH device

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Listening to music on an Xperia via network connection

Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button of a wireless router

If your wireless router has a WPS button, you can connect to the Wi-Fi network by this method.

Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cable

Connect the speaker to a computer with a LAN cable (not supplied), then connect to the wireless router.

Connection method 3: Connecting to a wired network

Connect the speaker to a wireless router with a LAN cable (not supplied), then connect the wireless router to the computer.

Listening to music with the WALKMAN application (Xperia)

You can listen to music on an Xperia using the speaker with WALKMAN application installed on your Xperia.

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Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connection

Connection method 1: Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device

You can register (pair) a BLUETOOTH device and the speaker with each other, and make a BLUETOOTH connection.

Connection method 2: Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device

You can connect the speaker with a BLUETOOTH device that is already paired.

Connection method 3: Connecting with a smartphone by one touch (NFC)

By touching the speaker with a smartphone, the speaker is turned on automatically and then proceeds to pairing and making BLUETOOTH connection.

Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connection

You can enjoy listening to music of your BLUETOOTH device wirelessly via BLUETOOTH connection.

Selecting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality

You can select the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality of the speaker.

Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use)

After use, terminate the BLUETOOTH connection between the speaker and a BLUETOOTH device.

Disconnecting the smartphone by one touch (NFC)

You can disconnect the speaker from a connected smartphone by touching the speaker with it.

Switching devices by one touch (NFC)

You can switch devices by touching a new device once on the N-Mark of the speaker.

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Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc., by connecting with an audio cable (AUDIO IN)

Connecting to a portable audio device, etc.

You can connect a portable audio device, etc., with an audio cable (not supplied).

Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc.

You can enjoy music of a portable audio device, etc., connected to the AUDIO IN jack.

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How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

An overview of pairing and BLUETOOTH connection with BLUETOOTH device

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Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connection

Connection method 1: Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device

You can register (pair) a BLUETOOTH device and the speaker with each other, and make a BLUETOOTH connection.

Connection method 2: Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device

You can connect the speaker with a BLUETOOTH device that is already paired.

Connection method 3: Connecting with a smartphone by one touch (NFC)

By touching the speaker with a smartphone, the speaker is turned on automatically and then proceeds to pairing and making BLUETOOTH connection.

Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connection

You can enjoy listening to music of your BLUETOOTH device wirelessly via BLUETOOTH connection.

Selecting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality

You can select the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality of the speaker.

Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use)

After use, terminate the BLUETOOTH connection between the speaker and a BLUETOOTH device.

Disconnecting the smartphone by one touch (NFC)

You can disconnect the speaker from a connected smartphone by touching the speaker with it.

Switching devices by one touch (NFC)

You can switch devices by touching a new device once on the N-Mark of the speaker.

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Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc., by connecting with an audio cable (AUDIO IN)

Connecting to a portable audio device, etc.

You can connect a portable audio device, etc., with an audio cable (not supplied).

Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc.

You can enjoy music of a portable audio device, etc., connected to the AUDIO IN jack.

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Selecting the method of network connection

Connect to the network after checking your network environment.

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SRS-X7

How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

An overview of pairing and BLUETOOTH connection with BLUETOOTH device

Notes on use

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Listening to music on an iPhone/iPad/iPod via network connection

Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button of a wireless router

If your wireless router has a WPS button, you can connect to the Wi-Fi network by this method.

Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cable

Connect the speaker to a computer with a LAN cable (not supplied), then connect to the wireless router.

Connection method 3: Connecting to a wired network

Connect the speaker to a wireless router with a LAN cable (not supplied), then connect the wireless router to the computer.

Listening with the AirPlay function (iPhone/iPad/iPod touch)

You can listen to music on an iPhone/iPad/iPod touch using the speaker with AirPlay.

Notes on use

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Listening to music on an iPhone/iPad/iPod via BLUETOOTH connection

Connection method 1: Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device

You can register (pair) a BLUETOOTH device and the speaker with each other, and make a BLUETOOTH connection.

Connection method 2: Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device

You can connect the speaker with a BLUETOOTH device that is already paired.

Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connection

You can enjoy listening to music of your BLUETOOTH device wirelessly via BLUETOOTH connection.

Selecting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality

You can select the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality of the speaker.

Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use)

After use, terminate the BLUETOOTH connection between the speaker and a BLUETOOTH device.

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Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc., by connecting with an audio cable (AUDIO IN)

Connecting to a portable audio device, etc.

You can connect a portable audio device, etc., with an audio cable (not supplied).

Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc.

You can enjoy music of a portable audio device, etc., connected to the AUDIO IN jack.

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SRS-X7

How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

An overview of pairing and BLUETOOTH connection with BLUETOOTH device

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Listening to music on a Walkman via BLUETOOTH connection

Connection method 1: Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device

You can register (pair) a BLUETOOTH device and the speaker with each other, and make a BLUETOOTH connection.

Connection method 2: Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device

You can connect the speaker with a BLUETOOTH device that is already paired.

Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connection

You can enjoy listening to music of your BLUETOOTH device wirelessly via BLUETOOTH connection.

Selecting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality

You can select the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality of the speaker.

Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use)

After use, terminate the BLUETOOTH connection between the speaker and a BLUETOOTH device.

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Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc., by connecting with an audio cable (AUDIO IN)

Connecting to a portable audio device, etc.

You can connect a portable audio device, etc., with an audio cable (not supplied).

Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc.

You can enjoy music of a portable audio device, etc., connected to the AUDIO IN jack.

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Selecting the method of network connection

Connect to the network after checking your network environment.

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DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)

You can listen to music stored in a DLNA server (PC etc.) on a home network using the speaker.

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How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

An overview of pairing and BLUETOOTH connection with BLUETOOTH device

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Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 8 UI)

Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button of a wireless router

If your wireless router has a WPS button, you can connect to the Wi-Fi network by this method.

Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cable

Connect the speaker to a computer with a LAN cable (not supplied), then connect to the wireless router.

Connection method 3: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a PC connected wirelessly (Windows 8 UI)

Connect the speaker with a Windows 8 UI PC wirelessly, then connect to the Wi - Fi network.

Connection method 4: Connecting to a wired network

Connect the speaker to a wireless router with a LAN cable (not supplied), then connect the wireless router to the computer.

Setting your PC as a DLNA server and controller (Windows 8)

Set a Windows 8 PC for use as a DLNA server and a controller.

Setting your PC for operating from the DLNA controller (Windows 8)

Set a Windows 8 PC to listen to music stored that PC using the speaker by operating from the DLNA controller.

Listening with the AirPlay function (iTunes)

You can listen to music on a Mac or PC with iTunes using the speaker with AirPlay.

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 8) (Windows Media Player)

You can listen to music stored in a Windows 8 PC connected to your network using Windows Media Player.

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

You can listen to music stored in a PC connected to your network using Media Go.

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Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 8)

Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button of a wireless router

If your wireless router has a WPS button, you can connect to the Wi-Fi network by this method.

Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cable

Connect the speaker to a computer with a LAN cable (not supplied), then connect to the wireless router.

Connection method 3: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a PC connected wirelessly (Windows 7/Windows 8)

Connect the speaker with a Windows 7 or Windows 8 PC wirelessly, then connect to the Wi -Fi network.

Connection method 4: Connecting to a wired network

Connect the speaker to a wireless router with a LAN cable (not supplied), then connect the wireless router to the computer.

Setting your PC as a DLNA server and controller (Windows 8)

Set a Windows 8 PC for use as a DLNA server and a controller.

Setting your PC for operating from the DLNA controller (Windows 8)

Set a Windows 8 PC to listen to music stored that PC using the speaker by operating from the DLNA controller.

Listening with the AirPlay function (iTunes)

You can listen to music on a Mac or PC with iTunes using the speaker with AirPlay.

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 8) (Windows Media Player)

You can listen to music stored in a Windows 8 PC connected to your network using Windows Media Player.

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

You can listen to music stored in a PC connected to your network using Media Go.

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Listening to music on a PC via BLUETOOTH connection

Connection method 1: Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device

You can register (pair) a BLUETOOTH device and the speaker with each other, and make a BLUETOOTH connection.

Connection method 2: Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device

You can connect the speaker with a BLUETOOTH device that is already paired.

Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connection

You can enjoy listening to music of your BLUETOOTH device wirelessly via BLUETOOTH connection.

Selecting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality

You can select the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality of the speaker.

Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use)

After use, terminate the BLUETOOTH connection between the speaker and a BLUETOOTH device.

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Selecting the method of network connection

Connect to the network after checking your network environment.

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DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)

You can listen to music stored in a DLNA server (PC etc.) on a home network using the speaker.

Notes on use

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SRS-X7

How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

An overview of pairing and BLUETOOTH connection with BLUETOOTH device

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SRS-X7

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 7)

Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button of a wireless router

If your wireless router has a WPS button, you can connect to the Wi-Fi network by this method.

Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cable

Connect the speaker to a computer with a LAN cable (not supplied), then connect to the wireless router.

Connection method 3: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a PC connected wirelessly (Windows 7/Windows 8)

Connect the speaker with a Windows 7 or Windows 8 PC wirelessly, then connect to the Wi -Fi network.

Connection method 4: Connecting to a wired network

Connect the speaker to a wireless router with a LAN cable (not supplied), then connect the wireless router to the computer.

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

Set a Windows 7 PC for use as a DLNA server and a controller.

Listening with the AirPlay function (iTunes)

You can listen to music on a Mac or PC with iTunes using the speaker with AirPlay.

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 7)

You can listen to music stored in a Windows 7 PC connected to your network.

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

You can listen to music stored in a PC connected to your network using Media Go.

Notes on use

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Listening to music on a PC via BLUETOOTH connection

Connection method 1: Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device

You can register (pair) a BLUETOOTH device and the speaker with each other, and make a BLUETOOTH connection.

Connection method 2: Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device

You can connect the speaker with a BLUETOOTH device that is already paired.

Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connection

You can enjoy listening to music of your BLUETOOTH device wirelessly via BLUETOOTH connection.

Selecting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality

You can select the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality of the speaker.

Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use)

After use, terminate the BLUETOOTH connection between the speaker and a BLUETOOTH device.

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Selecting the method of network connection

Connect to the network after checking your network environment.

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DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)

You can listen to music stored in a DLNA server (PC etc.) on a home network using the speaker.

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SRS-X7

How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

An overview of pairing and BLUETOOTH connection with BLUETOOTH device

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Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows Vista)

Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button of a wireless router

If your wireless router has a WPS button, you can connect to the Wi-Fi network by this method.

Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cable

Connect the speaker to a computer with a LAN cable (not supplied), then connect to the wireless router.

Connection method 3: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a PC connected wirelessly (Windows Vista)

Connect the speaker with a Windows Vista PC wirelessly, then connect to the Wi-Fi network.

Connection method 4: Connecting to a wired network

Connect the speaker to a wireless router with a LAN cable (not supplied), then connect the wireless router to the computer.

Setting your PC as a DLNA server (Windows Vista)

Set a Windows Vista PC for use as a DLNA server.

Listening with the AirPlay function (iTunes)

You can listen to music on a Mac or PC with iTunes using the speaker with AirPlay.

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

You can listen to music stored in a PC connected to your network using Media Go.

Notes on use

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SRS-X7

Listening to music on a PC via BLUETOOTH connection

Connection method 1: Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device

You can register (pair) a BLUETOOTH device and the speaker with each other, and make a BLUETOOTH connection.

Connection method 2: Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device

You can connect the speaker with a BLUETOOTH device that is already paired.

Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connection

You can enjoy listening to music of your BLUETOOTH device wirelessly via BLUETOOTH connection.

Selecting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality

You can select the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality of the speaker.

Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use)

After use, terminate the BLUETOOTH connection between the speaker and a BLUETOOTH device.

Notes on use

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SRS-X7

Selecting the method of network connection

Connect to the network after checking your network environment.

Notes on use

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Personal Audio System

SRS-X7

DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)

You can listen to music stored in a DLNA server (PC etc.) on a home network using the speaker.

Notes on use

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How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

An overview of pairing and BLUETOOTH connection with BLUETOOTH device

Notes on use

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Personal Audio System

SRS-X7

Listening to music on a computer via network connection (Mac)

Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button of a wireless router

If your wireless router has a WPS button, you can connect to the Wi-Fi network by this method.

Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cable

Connect the speaker to a computer with a LAN cable (not supplied), then connect to the wireless router.

Connection method 3: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a Mac connected wirelessly

Connect the speaker with a Mac wirelessly, then connect to the Wi-Fi network.

Connection method 4: Connecting to a wired network

Connect the speaker to a wireless router with a LAN cable (not supplied), then connect the wireless router to the computer.

Listening with the AirPlay function (iTunes)

You can listen to music on a Mac or PC with iTunes using the speaker with AirPlay.

Notes on use

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SRS-X7

Listening to music on a PC via BLUETOOTH connection

Connection method 1: Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device

You can register (pair) a BLUETOOTH device and the speaker with each other, and make a BLUETOOTH connection.

Connection method 2: Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device

You can connect the speaker with a BLUETOOTH device that is already paired.

Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connection

You can enjoy listening to music of your BLUETOOTH device wirelessly via BLUETOOTH connection.

Selecting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality

You can select the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality of the speaker.

Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use)

After use, terminate the BLUETOOTH connection between the speaker and a BLUETOOTH device.

Notes on use

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Sony SRS-X7 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table Of Contents

Getting Started

SongPal

Listening to music via home network

Listening to music via BLUETOOTH connection

Listening to music by connecting with an audio cable

Listening to music on an Xperia

Listening to music on a smartphone

Listening to music on an iPhone/iPad/iPod

Listening to music on a Walkman

Listening to music on a PC (Windows 8)

Listening to music on a PC (Windows 7)

Listening to music on a PC (Windows Vista)

Listening to music on a Mac

Information

Troubleshooting

Speaker

Network

BLUETOOTH

Additional information

How to Use

Troubleshooting

Overview

Parts and controls

Included items

Power source

About "SongPal"

Wi-Fi network connection

Device control

Speaker settings

Selecting the method of network connection

DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 8 UI)

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 8)

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 7)

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows Vista)

Listening to music on a computer via network connection (Mac)

Listening to music on an iPhone/iPad/iPod via network connection

Listening to music on an Xperia via network connection

How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connection

Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc., by connecting with an audio cable (AUDIO IN)

Selecting the method of network connection

How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

Listening to music on an Xperia via network connection

Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connection

Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc., by connecting with an audio cable (AUDIO IN)

How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connection

Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc., by connecting with an audio cable (AUDIO IN)

Selecting the method of network connection

How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

Listening to music on an iPhone/iPad/iPod via network connection

Listening to music on an iPhone/iPad/iPod via BLUETOOTH connection

Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc., by connecting with an audio cable (AUDIO IN)

How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

Listening to music on a Walkman via BLUETOOTH connection

Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc., by connecting with an audio cable (AUDIO IN)

Selecting the method of network connection

DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)

How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 8 UI)

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 8)

Listening to music on a PC via BLUETOOTH connection

Selecting the method of network connection

DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)

How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 7)

Listening to music on a PC via BLUETOOTH connection

Selecting the method of network connection

DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)

How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows Vista)

Listening to music on a PC via BLUETOOTH connection

Selecting the method of network connection

DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)