Sony TMRBT10A User Manual
3-280-223-11(1)
Portable Stereo
Transmitter
Operating Instructions
Manual de instrucciones
TMR-BT10A
© 2007 Sony Corporation
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this
apparatus to rain or moisture.
To reduce the risk of electrical
shock, do not open the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified
personnel only.
Do not install the appliance in a confined
space, such as a bookcase or built-in
cabinet.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the
ventilation of the apparatus with
newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.
And do not place lighted candles on the
apparatus.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not place objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
Connect the AC power adaptor to an
easily accessible AC outlet. Should you
notice an abnormality in the AC power
adaptor, disconnect it from the AC outlet
immediately.
Do not expose the battery to excessive
heat such as direct sunlight, fire or the
like.
For the customers in the USA
Owner’s Record
The model number is located at the side
of the unit, and the serial number is
located inside the holding clip.
Record these numbers in the spaces
provided below. Refer to them whenever
you call upon your Sony dealer regarding
this product.
Model No. TMR-BT10A
Serial No.
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Information
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC
Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation of this device.
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in
this manual could void your authority to
operate this equipment.
This equipment must not be co-located or
operated in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
This equipment complies with FCC
radiation exposure limits set forth for
uncontrolled equipment and meets the
FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure
Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65.
This equipment has very low levels of RF
energy that it is deemed to comply
without testing of specific absorption ratio
(SAR).
The Bluetooth word mark and logos are
owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any
use of such marks by Sony Corporation is
under license.
Other trademarks and trade names are
those of their respective owners.
RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION
BATTERIES
Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable.
You can help preserve our environment
by returning your used rechargeable
batteries to the
collection and recycling
location nearest you.
For more information
regarding recycling of
rechargeable batteries,
call toll free 1-800-8228837, or visit
http://www.rbrc.org/
Caution: Do not handle damaged or
leaking Lithium-Ion batteries.
Table Of Contents
What is Bluetooth wireless
technology? .................. 4
Welcome! .......................... 5
3 steps to Bluetooth function .... 6
Location and Function of
Parts............................... 7
Charging the unit ............. 8
Pairing .............................10
What is pairing? ...................... 10
Procedures of pairing .............. 10
Indications of
Bluetooth
Listening to music ......... 13
Disposing of the unit ..... 15
Precautions .................... 16
Troubleshooting ............. 18
Initializing the unit ......... 20
Specifications................. 21
function
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What is Bluetooth wireless
technology?
BluetoothTM wireless technology is a
short-range wireless technology that
enables wireless data
communication between digital
devices, such as a computer or
digital camera. Bluetooth wireless
technology operates within a range
of about 10 m (about 30 ft).
Connecting two devices as
necessary is common, but some
devices can be connected to
multiple devices at the same time.*
You do not need to use a cable for
connection, nor is it necessary for
the devices to face one another, such
is the case with infrared technology.
For example, you can use such a
device in a bag or pocket.
Bluetooth standard is an
international standard supported by
thousands of companies all over the
world, and employed by various
companies worldwide.
* This unit cannot be connected to
multiple devices at the same time.
Communication System
and Compatible Bluetooth
Profiles of this unit
Profile is standardization of the
function for each Bluetooth device
specification. This unit supports the
following Bluetooth version and
profile:
Communication System:
Bluetooth Specification version 2.0
Compatible Bluetooth Profile:
– A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution
Profile)
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Welcome!
Thank you for purchasing this Sony Portable Stereo Transmitter. This unit
uses Bluetooth wireless technology.
• Wireless transmitter for streaming of high-quality stereo music from
digital music player.
• Transmits music to other devices using Bluetooth wireless technology.*
• Useful rechargeable function.
Enjoy listening to music
* The connected Bluetooth device is required to support A2DP (Advanced Audio
Distribution Profile).
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3 steps to Bluetooth function
In the example below, we explain how to transmit music played on your
audio device connected to this unit and listen to music on a Bluetooth stereo
audio receiving device (headphone, stereo audio system, etc.).
Pairing
Enables a Bluetooth stereo audio receiving device and this unit to
recognize one another.
Audio
device
Portable Stereo
Transmitter
Pairing
For more details, see pages 10 - 11.
Bluetooth stereo audio
receiving device
v
Bluetooth connection
Turning on this unit
automatically makes the
Bluetooth connection
between this unit and the
Bluetooth stereo audio
receiving device.
Transmitting music
You can enjoy listening to
music played on the portable
audio player, etc., connected
to this unit through the
Bluetooth audio receiving
system.
b
Connection
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For more details, see page
Stereo audio
signal
(Streaming)
13 - 14.
GETTING STARTED
Location and Function of Parts
1 Initialize button
2 Indicator (red)
Indicates the power status of
the unit.
3 Indicator (blue)
Indicates the communication
status of the unit.
4 POWER button
5 Audio in plug (Gold-
plated L-shaped stereo
mini plug)
Connects to the headphone
jack of a portable audio
player, etc.
6 RESET button
Press when the unit becomes
inoperative.
Pairing information is not
deleted by this operation.
7 Holding clip
Adjust the holding clip to the
desired angle and clip to your
bag.
8 Terminal for the battery
charging stand
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Charging the unit
The unit contains a rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery, which should be
charged before using for the first time.
1 Connect the supplied
AC power adaptor with
the battery charging
stand.
Battery charging
stand (supplied)
(Rear)
AC power
adaptor
(supplied)
2 Connect the supplied
AC power adaptor to an
AC outlet.
Battery charging
stand (supplied)
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To an AC
outlet
3 Put the unit on the
battery charging stand.
Portable Stereo
Transmitter
Contact pin
Note
If the holding clip is turned, the unit
cannot be set on the battery charging
stand and charging does not start.
Turn the holding clip back to the
original position before charging.
Rest the unit on the battery
charging stand so that the unit’s
terminal for the battery charging
stand meets the contact pin on
the battery charging stand, and
make sure that the indicator
(red) lights up.
Charging is completed in
about 3 hours* and the
indicator (red) goes off
automatically.
* Time required for empty battery
to recharge.
Tip
When charging the battery, the unit is
turned off automatically.
Caution
If this unit detects a problem while
charging, the indicator (red) may
turn off, although charging is not
complete.
Check for the following causes:
– Ambient temperature exceeds the range
of 0 °C – 40 °C (32 °F – 104 °F).
– There is a problem with the battery.
In this case, charge again within the
above-mentioned temperature range.
If the problem persists, consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
Notes
• If the battery is not used for a long time,
battery may be quickly depleted,
however, after a few recharges, battery
life will improve.
• If the life of the built-in rechargeable
battery drops to half the normal length,
the battery should be replaced. Consult
your nearest Sony dealer for
replacement of the rechargeable battery.
• Avoid exposure to temperature
extremes, direct sunlight, moisture,
sand, dust or mechanical shock. Never
leave in a car parked in the sun.
• Use only the supplied AC power
adaptor. Do not use any other AC
power adaptor.
Usage hours
Status
Music playback
time (up to)
*
Approx.
usage hours
11 hours
Checking the remaining
battery
When pressing the POWER button
while the unit is turned on, the
indicator (red) flashes. You can
check the remaining battery by the
number of times the indicator (red)
flashes.
Indicator (red)
3 times
2 times
1 time
Note
You cannot check the remaining battery
immediately after the unit is turned on, or
during the procedure for pairing.
When the battery is almost empty
The indicator (red) flashes slowly
automatically.
When the battery becomes empty, the unit
will turn off automatically.
Status
Full
Mid
Low
(needs to
charge)
* Time stated above may vary, depending
on ambient temperature or conditions of
use.
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Pairing
What is pairing?
Bluetooth devices need to be
“paired” with each other beforehand.
Once Bluetooth devices are paired,
there is no need for pairing again,
except in the following cases:
• When pairing information is
deleted after repair, etc.
• When this unit is paired with 9 or
more devices.
This unit can be paired with 8
Bluetooth devices; if a new device
is paired after 8 devices have been
paired, the device whose latest
connection time is the oldest
among the 8 paired devices is
replaced by the new one.
• When recognition of the unit by
the device to be connected is
deleted.
• When this unit is initialized
(page 20).
All pairing information is deleted.
Note
Passcode* of this unit is fixed at “0000.”
This unit cannot be paired with a
Bluetooth receiving device whose
Passcode is not “0000.”
* Passcode may be called “Passkey,”
“PIN code,” “PIN number,” or
“Password.”
Procedures of pairing
1 Place a Bluetooth
receiving device within
1 m (3 ft) of this unit.
2
Press and hold the
POWER button for 7
seconds or more to
standby for pairing while
the unit is turned off.
The indicator (blue) and the
indicator (red) start flashing
together and this unit starts
searching the Bluetooth
receiving device.
Notes
• After about 3 seconds, power is
turned on and the indicator
(blue) and indicator (red) flash
together twice. Keep the button
pressed without releasing until
both indicators start flashing
together, then release the button.
This unit enters into pairing
mode.
•
If pairing is not established
within about 5 minutes, pairing
mode will be canceled and this
unit will turn off. In this case,
start over from step 1.
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3 Set the Bluetooth
receiving device to
pairing mode.
This unit searches the
Bluetooth receiving device
automatically, and pairs the
device.
The unit tries to connect the
Bluetooth receiving device
soon after detecting it.
When the Bluetooth
connection is made properly,
the indicator (red) goes off
and the indicator (blue) starts
flashing more slowly,
indicating pairing is complete
and pairing information is
memorized on this unit.
Notes
• If Passcode input is required on
the Bluetooth receiving device,
input “0000.”
• The message standing for
“Pairing complete” appears on
the display of some Bluetooth
receiving devices.
• When pairing is complete, some
Bluetooth devices may connect
with the unit automatically.
Tips
• To pair with other Bluetooth devices,
repeat steps 1 to 3 for each device.
• To delete all pairing information, see
“Initializing the unit” (page 20).
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Indications of Bluetooth function
B : Indicator (blue)
R : Indicator (red)
Status Flashing patterns
Pairing
Connecting
Listening
With no music
Connected
– – – – – – – –
B
– – – – – – – –
R
– – – – – – – – – –
B
–
R
B
R
B
R
– – – – – – – – – – – –
–
– – – – – – – – – – – – – –
–
...
...
...
...
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OPERATING THE UNIT
Listening to music
POWER
button
Check the following before
operating the unit.
– Pairing of this unit and the
Bluetooth receiving device is
complete.
– The Bluetooth receiving device is
on standby for connection.
– The Bluetooth receiving device
supports the receiving music
function (profile: A2DP*).
1 Connect the stereo mini
plug of this unit to the
headphone jack of a
stereo audio source
device.
Note
When connecting to a stereo audio
source device, be sure to connect
this unit to the headphone jack, not
to the LINE OUT jack.
2 Turn on the stereo
audio source device.
3 Press and hold the
POWER button for
about 3 seconds while
the unit is turned off.
The indicator (blue) and
indicator (red) flash together
twice, then the unit is turned on.
After the unit is turned on, it
connects to the Bluetooth
receiving device automatically.
Notes
• Do not press and hold the
POWER button for more than 7
seconds, otherwise pairing mode
is entered.
• Make sure to turn on only the
Bluetooth receiving device you
want to connect with this unit. If
many Bluetooth receiving
devices are turned on, the
connection may not be done as
you desire.
• If this unit cannot make the
Bluetooth connection with a
paired device, pair the device
again, or try making the
Bluetooth connection from the
Bluetooth receiving device if
possible.
Tips
• While searching a Bluetooth
receiving device, the indicator
(blue) keeps flashing.
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• If two or more devices are paired
with this unit, this unit tries to
connect with either of the last
two devices recognized before.
• Bluetooth connection of this unit
is established with A2DP
(Advanced Audio Distribution
Profile)*.
• For details on how to operate the
Bluetooth receiving device, refer
to the operating instructions
supplied with the device.
* For details on profiles, see page 4.
4 Start playing on the
stereo audio source
device connected to this
unit.
Notes
• If sound is distorted, turn down
the volume of the connected
device.
• If volume is low or noise occurs,
turn up the volume of the
connected device.
• Turn off the bass boost function
or equalizer function. If these
functions are on, sound may be
distorted.
Tips
• Turn up the volume of the stereo
audio source device as high as
possible to the extent that sound
is not distorted, then adjust the
volume on the Bluetooth
receiving device to a moderate
level.
• If this unit is in your bag, the
Bluetooth connection may
decline. Clip this unit on the bag.
Notes
• Even if the Bluetooth receiving device
supports AVRCP (Audio Video Remote
Control Profile), this unit cannot
perform playback control functions.
• In the following cases, you need to
make the Bluetooth connection again.
– The power of this unit does not turn
on.
– The power of the Bluetooth stereo
audio receiving device does not turn
on, or the Bluetooth function is off.
– The Bluetooth function of this unit or
the Bluetooth stereo audio receiving
device is in sleep mode.
– The Bluetooth connection is not
made.
To stop use
1 Turn off the Bluetooth
receiving device.
2 Press and hold the
POWER button on this
unit for about 3
seconds.
The indicator (blue) and
indicator (red) light up
together, and the unit turns off.
Tip
When you finish playing music, the
Bluetooth connection may terminate
automatically, depending on the
Bluetooth device.
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