Sony SRS-XB501G Users guide

4-739-040-23(1)

Wireless Speaker

Reference Guide

SRS-XB501G

©2018 Sony Corporation
Printed in Malaysia
https://www.sony.net/

Before operating the unit, please read this guide thoroughly and retain it for
future reference.

CAUTION

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the AC adaptor
to rain or moisture. The AC adaptor are neither water resistant nor dust
proof.

To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation opening of the appliance
with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.
Do not expose the appliance to naked flame sources (for example, lighted
candles).
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the AC adaptor to
dripping or splashing, and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
on the AC adaptor.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in
cabinet.
The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is
connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.

It should be installed and operated with at least 20cm and more between the
radiator and person’s body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles).

The validity of the CE marking is restricted to only those countries where it is
legally enforced, mainly in the countries EEA (European Economic Area).

Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment
(Applicable in the European Union and other European
countries with separate collection systems)

Do not expose the batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) to excessive heat
such as sunshine, fire or the like for a long time.

Do not subject the batteries to extreme low temperature conditions that may
result in overheating and thermal runaway. Do not dismantle, open or shred
secondary cells or batteries. In the event of a cell leaking, do not allow the liquid
to come in contact with the skin or eyes. If contact has been made, wash the
affected area with copious amounts of water and seek medical advice. Do not use
any charger other than that specifically provided for use with the equipment. Do
not use any cell or battery which is not designed for use with the equipment.
Secondary cells and batteries need to be charged before use. Always use the
correct charger and refer to the manufacturer’s instructions or equipment manual
for proper charging instructions. After extended periods of storage, it may be
necessary to charge and discharge the cells or batteries several times to obtain
maximum performance. Dispose of properly.

Precautions

On safety

• The nameplate and important information concerning safety are located as
follows:

– On the bottom of the main unit.
– On the surface of the AC adaptor.

• The MAC address of Wi-Fi® network is located inside of the cap on the rear side
of this unit.

Notes on the AC adaptor

• Use only the supplied AC adaptor. To avoid damaging the unit, do not use any
other AC adaptor.

On placement

• Do not set the unit in an inclined position.

• Do not leave the unit in a place subject to high temperatures, such as direct
sunlight, near a heat source or under lighting equipment.

• Do not use or leave the unit in a car.

Others

• Do not use or leave the unit in an extremely cold or hot environment
(temperature outside the range of 5 °C – 35 °C). If the unit is used or left in
outside the above range, the unit may automatically stop to protect internal
circuitry.

• At high temperature, the charging may stop or the volume may reduce to
protect the battery.

• Even if you do not intend to use the unit for a long time, charge the battery to
its full capacity once every 6 months to maintain its performance.

On Copyrights

• Android, GooglePlay, Chromecast built-in and other related marks and logos
are trademarks of GoogleLLC.

• The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ logo is a certification mark of Wi-Fi Alliance®.

• Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ is a trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance.

• Wi-Fi® is a registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance.

• The BLUETOOTH® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under
license.

• The N Mark is a trademark or registered trademark of NFC Forum, Inc. in the
United States and in other countries.

• Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone and iPod are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered
in the U.S. and other countries.
App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries.

• Use of the Made for Apple badge means that an accessory has been designed
to connect specifically to the Apple product(s) identified in the badge, and has
been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is
not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety
and regulatory standards.
Please note that the use of this accessory with an Apple product may affect
wireless performance.

• USB Type-C™ and USB-C™ are trademarks of USB Implementers Forum.

• ™ and ® marks are omitted in the documents.

• Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

Notes on the update

The software of this unit will be automatically updated to the latest software
while connected to the Internet via a Wi-Fi network.
The software update will be delivered from time to time when, for example, a
new feature becomes available or the update is required for stable use.
Such automatic software feature may not be disabled. Also, previous versions of
the software cannot be retrievable.
Do not turn off power of this unit while updating. The unit may not be operational
while updating.

To use this product, Wi-Fi environment and Google Account are necessary, and
your consent to Google Terms of Use and/or Privacy Policy will be requested. By
using this product, you agree to Sony’s EULA. Software of this product is
automatically updated from time to time, and you cannot choose or refuse such
automatic software.

Notes on water resistant and dust
proof features
(Read before using the unit)

Water resistant performance of the unit

This unit, with the cap fastened securely, has a water resistant specification of

1

as specified in “Degrees of protection against water immersion” of the

IPX5*
IEC60529 “Ingress Protection Rating (IP Code)”*

2

as specified in “Degrees of protection against solid foreign objects”*3.

IP6X*
However, this unit is not completely water-tight.
Do not drop the unit into hot water in a bathtub or purposely use it in water.

Liquids that the water resistant performance specifications
apply to

Applicable : fresh water, tap water
Not applicable : liquids other than the above (soapy water, water with

*1 IPX5 (Degree of protection against jets of water): For details, refer to Help Guide.

2

IP6X (Degrees of protection against dust): For details, refer to the Help Guide.

*

3

The supplied accessories and the connectors of this unit (USB/ DC IN) are neither

*

water resistant nor dust proof.

The water resistant performance of the unit is based on our measurements
under the conditions herein described. Note that malfunctions as a result of
water immersion caused by misuse by the customer are not covered by the
warranty.

detergent or bath agents, shampoo, hot spring water, pool
water, seawater, etc.)

To avoid the deterioration of the water resistant performance

Check the following and use the unit correctly.

• Be careful not to drop the unit or subject it to mechanical shock. Deformation or
damage may cause deterioration of the water resistant performance.

• Do not use the unit in a location where large amount of water or hot water may
splash on it. The unit does not have a design that is resistant to water pressure.
Use of the unit in the above location may cause a malfunction.

• Do not pour high-temperature water or blow hot air from a hair dryer or any
other appliance on the unit directly. Also, never use the unit in high temperature
locations such as in saunas or near a stove.

• Handle the cap with care. The cap plays a very important role in maintenance of
the water resistant performance. When using the unit, make sure that the cap is
closed completely.
When closing the cap, be careful not to allow foreign objects inside. If the cap is
not closed completely the water resistant performance may deteriorate and
may cause a malfunction of the unit as a result of water entering the unit.

How to care for the unit when wet

If the unit gets wet, first remove the water from the unit, and then wipe off the
moisture on the unit using a soft, dry cloth. Especially in cold regions, leaving
moisture on its surface may cause the unit to freeze and malfunction. Be sure to
wipe off the moisture after using the unit.
Put the unit on towel or dry cloth. Then leave it at room temperature and dry the
unit until no moisture remains.

On cleaning

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

3

, and a dust proof specification of

Cap

Notes on the License

This product contains software that Sony uses under a licensing agreement
with the owner of its copyright. We are obligated to announce the contents of
the agreement to customers under requirement by the owner of copyright for
the software.
Please access the following URL and read the contents of the license.
http://rd1.sony.net/help/speaker/sl/18xg/

Notice on GNU GPL/LGPL applied software

This product contains software that is subject to the following GNU General
Public License (hereinafter referred to as “GPL”) or GNU Lesser General Public
License (hereinafter referred to as “LGPL”). These establish that customers
have the right to acquire, modify, and redistribute the source code of said
software in accordance with the terms of the GPL or LGPL supplied. The
source code for the above-listed software is available on the Web.
To download, please access the following URL then select the model name
“SRS-XB501G”.
URL: http://oss.sony.net/Products/Linux/
Please note that Sony cannot answer or respond to any inquiries regarding
the content of the source code.

Disclaimer regarding services offered by third parties

Services offered by third parties may be changed, suspended, or terminated
without prior notice. Sony does not bear any responsibility in these sorts of
situations.

Specifications

Speaker section

Speaker system Satellite: Approx. 45 mm dia. × 2

Enclosure type Satellite: Closed type

Network

Compatible standards

Radio frequency 2.4/5 GHz band

BLUETOOTH

Communication System

Output BLUETOOTH Specification Power Class 1
Maximum communication range

Frequency band 2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz - 2.4835 GHz)
Modulation method

Compatible BLUETOOTH Profiles*

Supported Codec*
Transmission range (A2DP)

1

The actual range will vary depending on factors such as obstacles between devices,

*

magnetic fields around a microwave oven, static electricity, reception sensitivity,
antenna’s performance, operating system, software application, etc.

2

BLUETOOTH standard profiles indicate the purpose of BLUETOOTH communication

*

between devices.

3

Codec: Audio signal compression and conversion format

*

4

Subband Codec

*

5

Advanced Audio Coding

*

Microphone

Type MEMS (Micro Electronics Mechanical System) Type
Directional characteristic

Effective frequency range

Number of microphones

General

DC OUT USB jack (for charging the battery of a connected device) (5V,

Power DC12V (using the supplied AC adaptor connected to AC100V

Usage life of lithium-ion battery (using the BLUETOOTH connection)

Usage life of lithium-ion battery (using the Wi-Fi connection)

Charging time of lithium-ion battery (while the unit is powered off)

*6 Measured value acquired by playing our specified music source with the volume level

of the unit set to 58 %, the sound mode set to STANDARD, and the illumination turned
off.

Subwoofer: Approx. 125 mm dia. × 1

Subwoofer: Closed type

IEEE802.11 a/b/g/n

BLUETOOTH Specification version 4.2

6*7

6*7

1

7

.

7

.

7*8

Line of sight approx. 30 m*

FHSS

A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)
AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile)

3

SBC*4, AAC*

20 Hz - 20,000 Hz (Sampling frequency 44.1 kHz)

Omni directional

100 Hz - 8,000 Hz

Mic × 2

Max.1.5A)

- 240V, 50Hz/60Hz power supply), DC5V (using a commercially­available USB AC adaptor capable of feeding in 3.0A), or using
built-in lithium-ion battery

Approx. 16 hours*
Approx. 12 hours (factory default settings)*
If the volume level of the unit is set to maximum, the usage life will
be approx. 3 hours*

Approx. 16 hours*
Approx. 12 hours (factory default settings)*7*8
If the volume level of the unit is set to maximum, the usage life will
be approx. 3 hours*

Approx. 5 hours*

2

5

9

7

*

Actual performance time may vary from the listed time due to the volume, songs

played, surrounding temperature, and usage conditions.

8

Measured value acquired by playing our specified music source with the volume level

*

of the unit set to 58 % and with the factory default settings (illumination: ON and
sound mode: EXTRA BASS).

9

Time that is required to charge the empty built-in battery to its full capacity when the

*

unit turns off.

Dimensions (including projecting parts and controls)

Mass Approx. 3.1 kg
Supplied accessories

Approx. 232 mm x 228 mm x 210 mm (w/h/d)

AC adaptor (AC-M1215WW) (1)
AC power cord (1)

System requirements for charging battery using USB

Commercially-available USB AC adaptor

USB AC adaptor capable of feeding in 3.0 A

Commercially-available USB cables

USB Type-C™ cable compliant with USB standards

Compatible iPhone/iPod models

iPhone X, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone SE, iPhone 6s,
iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 5s, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5,
iPod touch (6th generation)

Note

Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event that data recorded to iPhone/iPod
is lost or damaged when using your iPhone/iPod connected to this unit.

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.