Sony WG-C10 Series Important Information Manual

4-454-827-11(1)

Portable Wireless
Server

Important information

WG-C10 Series

© 2013 Sony Corporation Printed in China

WARNING

To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the
unit to rain or moisture.

Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat such
as sunshine, fire or the like.

For the Customers in U.S.A.

UL is an internationally recognized safety
organization.
The UL Mark on the product means it has been UL
Listed.

If you have any questions about this product, you
may call:
Sony Customer Information Center
1-800-222-SONY (7669).
The number below is for the FCC related matters
only.

Regulatory Information

Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name : SONY
Model No. : WG-C10
Responsible Party : Sony Electronics Inc.
Address : 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127
U.S.A.
Telephone No. : 858-942-2230
This device complies with Part15 of the FCC
Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful

interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.

NOTE

This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:

ˋ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
ˋ Increase the separation between the equipment

and receiver.

ˋ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a

circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.

ˋ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for help.

The supplied interface cable must be used with the
equipment in order to comply with the limits for a
digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of
FCC Rules.

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 1-800-822-8837, or visit
http://www.rbrc.org/
Caution: Do not handle damaged or
leaking Lithium-Ion Batteries.

This transmitter must not be co-located or
operated in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.

This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment and meets the FCC radio frequency
(RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65
and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure
rules. This equipment has very low levels of RF
energy that are deemed to comply without testing
of specific absorption ratio (SAR).

Read this before using

Regarding copyrights

The items you saved can be enjoyed as an
individual; and under the Copyright Act, they
cannot be used otherwise without consent from
the rights holders.

Battery remaining charge related
precautions

This device contains a rechargeable battery. If you
save to a memory device while the battery has a
low remaining charge, the battery charge can run
out during the saving process, so the saving can
fail.

Disclaimer of guarantee of
recorded content

Even in any situation, such as if you cannot save
to external media etc due to some cause such as
this device’s defects, or if some defect or repair etc
causes damage or destruction of saved content
in external media, Sony bears absolutely no
responsibility of compensating for saved content
nor responsibility for any related damages. Also,
Sony does not do recovery, restoration, duplication,
etc of saved content, in any situation.

Regarding backup of memory
device (memory card, USB
memory, etc)

If the power is cut or the memory device is
removed while the memory device is being
accessed, then data in the memory device etc can
be damaged. To protect data, be sure to make
backups.

Precautions on use

Do not drop it, put a heavy thing on top of it,

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hit it with a strong shock, or put pressure on it.
These can cause this product to fail.
Do not place it in places like the following.

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ˋ Very hot places: Hit by direct sunlight, near a

heater, etc
It can discolor, deform, or fail.

ˋ Very cold place, or hot place
ˋ On a car dashboard or in a car with its

windows closed under a hot sun (especially in
summer)

ˋ Very dusty place
ˋ On a shaky table or inclined place
ˋ Place with much vibration
ˋ Very humid place: Bathroom, etc
ˋ Near a thing which creates a magnetic field:

Magnet, speakers, TV, etc

When you hear static on the radio or TV, turn off

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the power to this product, and move this product
away from the radio or TV.
When using this product, to prevent damage or

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deformation of its cabinet, be careful about the
following.

ˋ Do not sit down after putting this product in a

back pocket of your pants, etc.

ˋ While a USB device (USB memory, etc) or USB

cable is attached to this device, do not put
it in a bag and hit it with a strong force from
outside.

Be careful to not get water on it. This product

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does not have water-proof specifications. Be
especially careful about the following situations.

ˋ Using it while in your pocket in a bathroom, etc

When you bend over, etc, it can fall and get
wet.

ˋ Using it in rain, snow, or very humid place
ˋ Using it when you are sweaty

If you touch it with a wet hand or put it in a
sweaty clothing pocket, it can get wet.

When you attach a strap and use it, the strap can

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get pulled, which is dangerous, so be careful.
Also, when you turn around, you can hit another
person, which is dangerous, so be careful.

When you quickly bring this product from a cold

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place to a warm place, or if it is in a room where
you just turned on the heat on a winter morning
etc, condensation can form on its surface or in
this product. Condensation is when moisture in
the air attaches to metal plates etc, and water
drops form. When condensation forms, do
not turn on its power until the condensation
goes away, and leave it alone. Using it with
condensation can cause failure.
This device communicates data by using 2.4GHz

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radio waves, so if there is a device near it which
uses the same frequency, interference can
prevent it from communicating.
If you do not use it for a long time, you may

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be unable to fully charge this device. But after
charging and using up the battery 2 to 3 times,
you will be able to fully charge it.
When you do not use this device for a long time,

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disconnect the USB cable, and store it.
Also read the Operating Instructions of other

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devices you use. Depending on the device, some
operation may be needed to charge the battery.
Only use the USB cable supplied with this

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product.
For an iOS* device, use the special cable supplied
when you purchased that device.
* iOS is the operating system for iPad, iPhone and

iPod touch.

The power output from the USB port is 500 mA

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maximum.
If the output exceeds 500 mA while power is
being supplied, a safety function turns off the
power supply.
When powering a device from this product,

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the charging time differs depending on the
remaining battery charge.

Maintenance

When this product’s surface is dirty

Wipe it with a soft cloth (a cloth designed for

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wiping reading glasses, etc).
When it is very dirty, wipe it with a cloth sprinkled

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with diluted neutral cleaning liquid.
Do not use paint thinner, gasoline, alcohol, etc.

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These can damage the finish of its surface.
Take care so water does not get inside.

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Notes on about memory card

Notes on the memory card

For the latest information on memory cards you can
use, check the online manual.
http://rd1.sony.net/help/pws/c10/gb/

Do not remove the memory card while data is

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being read or saved.
Data can be destroyed in the following situations.

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ˋ While reading or saving data, if the memory

card is removed, or if this device’s power is
turned off

ˋ When used in a place affected by static

electricity or electrical noise

It is recommended that you make a back-up of

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important data.
Do not touch terminal with your hand or any

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metal object.
Do not strike, bend, drop or wet this card.

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Do not attempt to disassemble or convert this

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card.
Do not use or store this card in the following

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locations:

ˋ Where the range of recommended operating

conditions is exceeded.
(Inside a closed car in summer or in strong
sunshine/in direct sunlight/near a heater, etc.)

ˋ Humid or corrosive locations.

Check the correct insertion direction before

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using. Incorrect use can damage the device.
When inserting the memory card, if you use too

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much force, you can damage the memory card or
this device.

“Memory Stick Duo”

You cannot read or record data that requires

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“MagicGate” copyright protection technology.
“MagicGate” is the name of a technology
developed by Sony to protect copyright using
encryption technology.
The file system’s design limits the file size which

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can be saved to or played from “Memory Stick
PRO Duo”, “Memory Stick PRO-HG”, and “Memory
Stick Micro™” media. Each file must be less than
4 GB.
When using “Memory Stick Micro™” media in this

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device, be sure to put it in a special adaptor (sold
separately).
If you insert it not mounted in the adaptor, then
you may be unable to remove the “Memory Stick
Micro™” media.

SD memory card

You cannot read or record data that requires

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copyright protection technology.
The file system’s design limits the file size which

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can be saved to or played from an SD memory
card and SDHC memory card. Each file must be
less than 4 GB.

Specifications

Portable Wireless Server

Operating temperature

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0 °C to 35 °C (32 °F to 95 °F)
(During normal operation)
0 °C to 30 °C (32 °F to 86 °F)
(When charging the built-in battery)

Charge time / Use time

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Charge time Approx. 7 hours

Use time Approx. 10 hours (continuous

For information about values

Wireless

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Standard
IEEE 802.11b/g/n (2.4 GHz)
Frequencies (channels)
2,412 MHz - 2,462 MHz [CH1-11]

Interfaces

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USB 2.0 A port (Hi-Speed USB)
USB 2.0 Micro B port (Hi-Speed USB)
Memory card slot (Memory Stick Duo,
SD memory card)

USB A port output

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DC 5V, 500 mA (maximum)

USB micro B port input

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DC 5V, 1 A (maximum)

Average power consumption

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Approx. 5.0 W (maximum)

Compatible memory cards

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“Memory Stick Duo”, “Memory Stick PRO Duo”,
“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo”,
“Memory Stick Micro”
SD memory card, SDHC memory card,
SDXC memory card, microSD memory card,
microSDHC memory card
If you use a “Memory Stick Micro” or microSD
memory card with this device, be sure to first
put it in a special adaptor.

Supported USB devices

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Data Transferring Functions

USB Flash Drive
Digital still camera (only devices compatible
with Mass Storage)

Battery Charging Functions

Smartphone
Digital still camera (USB-type battery

charging), etc.
iPad and Tablet PC battery charging is not
supported.
Operation with all USB devices is not
guaranteed.

(if DC 5V, 500 mA)

playback of MP3 at 128 Kbps)

under other conditions of use,
refer to the Help guide.

Compatible Operating Systems

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Android 2.3
Android 4.0 or later
iOS 5.0 or later
Windows XP SP3 or later
Windows Vista SP2 or later
Windows 7 SP1 or later
Windows 8
Max OS X version 10.6 or later

Dimensions (W × H × D)

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Approx. 50 mm × 105 mm × 18.5 mm
(2 in. × 4 1/4 in. × 3/4 in.)

Mass

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Approx. 135 g (4.76 oz)

Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.

SDHC Memory Card 16GB (SF-16C4)
(included with WG-C10/A)

Usable capacity

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14.4 GB (15,461,881,856 bytes)

Operating voltage

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2.7 V to 3.6 V

Operating temperature

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-25 °C to +85 °C (-13 °F to +185 °F)

Dimensions (W × L × T)

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Approx. 24 mm × 32 mm × 2.1 mm
(31/32 in. × 1 9/32 in. × 3/32 in.)

Mass

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Approx. 2 g (0.07 oz)

Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.

Included items

Main unit (Portable Wireless Server) (1)

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USB cable (about 25 cm) (1)

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Special USB cable holder (1)

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Quick Start Guide (1)

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Important information (this leaflet) (1)

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Including a warranty card.
Software License Agreement (1)

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SDHC Memory Card 16GB (SF-16C4) (1)

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Included with WG-C10/A

Help guide

View the Help guide by clicking the [Help] button

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in the app installed. See the Quick Start Guide
(separate document) for how to browse.
You can also see the online manual at the

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following URL:
http://rd1.sony.net/help/pws/c10/gb/

Trademarks

“Memory Stick Duo”, “Memory Stick PRO Duo”,

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“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo”, “Memory Stick
Micro”,
Sony Corporation.
The SDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.

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Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are

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either registered trademarks or trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or
other countries.
Apple, Mac OS, iPhone, iPad and iPod touch are

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trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S.
and other countries.
Android is a trademark of Google Inc.

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In addition, the product names, brand names,
service names, etc. used in this document are
trademarks or registered trademarks of respective
companies or organizations.

The ™ and ® marks are not shown in this
document.

, and “MagicGate” are trademarks of

Before Contacting Us

Problems can be resolved quickly by the methods
below, so try the checklist below.

ÿ After you pressed this device’s RESET switch, did

its problems improve?

ÿ After you charged this device, did its problems

improve?

ÿ Did you read the “Quick Start Guide” which is

included?

ÿ Did you look at this device’s web site?