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Help Guide
Wireless Speaker
LF-S50G
Use this Help Guide when you have any questions on how to use your Wireless Speaker.
Getting Started
Locating parts and controls
LED indications
About software update
Connecting to a power source
Installing the dedicated app and making the initial settings
Using Google Assistant
Talking to your Google Assistant
Gesturing for the speaker what to do
Using as a Bluetooth speaker
Pairing and connecting with a Bluetooth device
Pairing and connecting with a PC
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  • Page 1 Help Guide Wireless Speaker LF-S50G Use this Help Guide when you have any questions on how to use your Wireless Speaker. Getting Started Locating parts and controls LED indications About software update Connecting to a power source Installing the dedicated app and making the initial settings...
  • Page 2 Connecting with an NFC-compatible device by One-touch (NFC) Listening to music from the connected Bluetooth device Controlling the volume of the speaker Other useful functions Preventing unintentional activities (HOLD) Changing brightness of the clock display (DIMMER) Switching the clock display (12 hour/24 hour) Temporarily disable the capability to detect voice commands (Microphone off) Additional information Cleaning...
  • Page 3 What do I do when the One-touch connection (NFC) does not work? What do I do when the Bluetooth LED is flashing in white? What do I do when the Bluetooth LED is flashing in red? When you find the speaker not working properly: 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 4 Press this button quickly to change brightness of the clock display. By pressing and holding the button, you can switch the clock display between the 12 hour format and the 24 hour format. By pressing and holding this button, you can suspend all the sensor and button activities of your wireless speaker for 3 minutes. 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 5 Flashes in blue for 5 The speaker is in Bluetooth pairing mode. seconds. Flashes in red. The speaker has an error. Related Topic About software update Talking to your Google Assistant Pairing and connecting with a Bluetooth device 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 6 It is recommended that you install the Support by Sony app on your smartphone/iPhone. It is also recommended that you bookmark the model name of the speaker, “LF-S50G,” when you visit the Support by Sony website. Software update notifications will be automatically sent to the smartphone/iPhone.
  • Page 7 Use the supplied AC adaptor to connect your wireless speaker to a power source. Plug the one end of the AC adaptor to the DC IN connector on the bottom of the speaker. Plug the other end to an AC outlet. 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 8 Help Guide Wireless Speaker LF-S50G Installing the dedicated app and making the initial settings To use Google Assistant with your wireless speaker, you first need to install the Google Home app on your smartphone/iPhone and make the initial settings for the speaker.
  • Page 9 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    For the latest voice commands, visit one of the websites listed below. For customers in the USA: assistant.google.com/intl/en_us/ For customers in Canada: assistant.google.com/intl/en_ca/ For customers in the United Kingdom: assistant.google.com/intl/en_uk/ For customers in France: assistant.google.com/intl/fr_fr/ For customers in Germany: assistant.google.com/intl/de_de/ For customers in Australia: assistant.google.com/intl/en_au/ 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 11 Help Guide Wireless Speaker LF-S50G Gesturing for the speaker what to do You can perform touch-free hand gestures over the gesture control sensor of your wireless speaker to control the operation of the speaker, including volume control. For more information about volume control, see...
  • Page 12 To play the next song Pass your hand over the gesture control sensor from left to right. Related Topic Controlling the volume of the speaker 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 13 Help Guide Wireless Speaker LF-S50G Pairing and connecting with a Bluetooth device You can pair and connect your wireless speaker with a BLUETOOTH® device and use the speaker as an external speaker for the connected device. Pairing is the process required to mutually register the information on Bluetooth devices to be connected wirelessly. It is necessary to pair the speaker with a Bluetooth device in order to establish a Bluetooth connection for the first time.
  • Page 14 The pairing information of the speaker is deleted from the Bluetooth device. The speaker is initialized. All pairing information will be deleted. The speaker can be paired with multiple devices, but can only have a Bluetooth connection with one paired device at a time. 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 15 Help Guide Wireless Speaker LF-S50G Pairing and connecting with a PC Pairing is the process required to mutually register the information on Bluetooth devices (including PCs) to be connected wirelessly. It is necessary to pair your wireless speaker with a computer in order to establish a Bluetooth connection for the first time.
  • Page 16 Click the [Start] button and then [Devices and Printers]. After establishing a Wi-Fi connection, press and hold the (Bluetooth)/PAIRING button to place the speaker into Bluetooth pairing mode. Search for the speaker on the computer. On Windows 10: Select [Connect] from (Action Center) at the bottom right of the screen.
  • Page 17 When pairing completes, the Bluetooth connection is automatically established and “Connected music” will be displayed under the speaker's name. On Windows 8.1 or Windows 7: Click [Add a device]. Windows 8.1: Windows 7: Select the name of the speaker and click [Next]. Windows 8.1: Windows 7:...
  • Page 18 If passkey* entry is prompted, enter “0000.” If the speaker's name does not appear, perform the operation again from step 2. * A passkey may also be called “Passcode,” “PIN code,” “PIN number,” or “Password.” When the following window appears, click [Close]. The computer begins installing the driver.
  • Page 19 On Windows 8.1: Right-click the name of the speaker in “Devices” and select [Sound settings] from the menu. Confirm the speaker's name is on the “Sound” window. If there is a checkmark (green) beside the speaker's name, proceed to step 5. If there is no checkmark (green) beside the speaker's name, proceed to the next step (substep 3).
  • Page 20 Right-click the speaker's name, and select [Connect] from the menu. When the speaker is connected, a checkmark (green) will appear beside the speaker's name on the “Sound” window. Proceed to step 5. If [Connect] is grayed out, select [Disable] for [Default Device] that currently has a checkmark (green) beside it.
  • Page 21 On Windows 7: Double-click the name of the speaker in “Devices.” Click [Listen to Music]. When the speaker is connected, a checkmark (green) will appear.
  • Page 22 The speaker can be paired with multiple devices, but can only have a Bluetooth connection with one paired device at a time. The passkey of the speaker is “0000.” If a passkey besides “0000” is set on the computer, pairing with the speaker fails. 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 23 Help Guide Wireless Speaker LF-S50G Connecting with an NFC-compatible device by One-touch (NFC) When you touch an NFC-compatible device, such as a smartphone, to your wireless speaker, the speaker automatically pairs and connects with the NFC-compatible device. Compatible smartphones NFC-compatible smartphones with Android 4.1 or later NFC (Near Field Communication) is a technology enabling short-range wireless communication between various devices, such as smartphones and IC tags.
  • Page 24 Keep the NFC-compatible device touched on the N-mark symbol on the speaker and slowly move the device back and forth and around. If the NFC-compatible device is in a case, remove the case. 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 25 On the Bluetooth device, make sure that a Bluetooth connection is established with the speaker. Start playing music on the Bluetooth device. Hint For detailed instructions, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Bluetooth device. 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 26 Help Guide Wireless Speaker LF-S50G Controlling the volume of the speaker You can control the volume of your wireless speaker with touch-free hand gestures. Depending on the connected Bluetooth device, you can also use voice commands or the Google Home app for volume control.

  • Page 27: For Customers In The Usa: Assistant.google.com/Intl/En_Us

    For the latest voice commands, visit one of the websites listed below. For customers in the USA: assistant.google.com/intl/en_us/ For customers in Canada: assistant.google.com/intl/en_ca/ For customers in the United Kingdom: assistant.google.com/intl/en_uk/ For customers in France: assistant.google.com/intl/fr_fr/ For customers in Germany: assistant.google.com/intl/de_de/ For customers in Australia: assistant.google.com/intl/en_au/ 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 28 You can suspend all the sensor and button activities of your wireless speaker for 3 minutes by pressing and holding the HOLD button ( ) on the bottom of the speaker for 3 seconds or longer. To forcefully resume the activities, press and hold the HOLD button once again for 3 seconds or longer. 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 29 You can change the brightness level of the clock display or turn off the display by pressing the DIMMER/RESTART button ( ) on the bottom of your wireless speaker. Each press changes the brightness level among High, Middle, Low, and Off. 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 30 Switching the clock display (12 hour/24 hour) You can switch the clock display between the 12 hour format and the 24 hour format by pressing and holding the DIMMER/RESTART button ( ) on the bottom of your wireless speaker. 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 31 Temporarily disable the capability to detect voice commands (Microphone off) You can turn off the built-in microphones to temporarily disable the capability to detect voice commands by pressing the (microphone off) button. To enable the capability, press the (microphone off) button once again. 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 32 Keep the exterior surfaces of your wireless speaker clean. When you find the exterior surfaces soiled, follow the procedures below for cleaning. Unplug the AC adaptor from the speaker. Dip a clean, soft cloth in (lukewarm) water, wring out the cloth, and then wipe the exterior surfaces gently with the cloth. 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 33 Help Guide Wireless Speaker LF-S50G Speaker grill Keep the speaker grill of your wireless speaker clean. When you find the speaker grill lightly soiled, you can remove the grill from the speaker and wash it. Unplug the AC adaptor from the speaker.
  • Page 34 Do not use soapy water or hot water for cleaning to avoid damage to the speaker grill. Do not scrub the speaker grill while washing away the soil. Exerting excessive force may cause damage to the speaker grill. 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 35 Wi-Fi®, Wi-Fi Protected Access® and Wi-Fi Alliance® are registered marks of Wi-Fi Alliance. Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™, WPA™ and WPA2™ are marks of Wi-Fi Alliance. 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.
  • Page 36 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. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 37 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. 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 38 When you need support assistance, visit one of the customer support websites listed below. For customers in the USA: http://esupport.sony.com/US/ For customers in Canada: http://esupport.sony.com/CA/ For customers in European countries: http://www.sony.eu/support For customers in other countries/regions: http://www.sony-asia.com/ 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 39 All the settings, including the volume setting, are cleared and the pairing (device registration) information is deleted. Visit our customer support home page. If the none of the above works, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Related Topic Customer support website...
  • Page 40 What do I do when the speaker is off-powered? Make sure that the AC adaptor is firmly plugged to your wireless speaker and an AC outlet. Press the DIMMER/RESTART button ( ) on the bottom of your wireless speaker. 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 41 Bring your hand closer to the gesture control sensor. Turn off the peripheral devices. Your wireless speaker may be in the HOLD state. Press and hold the HOLD button on the bottom of the speaker for 3 seconds or longer. 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 42 “Ok Google.” Avoid placing the speaker in a noisy place or a place that is exposed to strong winds or echoes (sound reflections). Make sure that the built-in microphones are not blocked. Instead of giving the voice command, try performing the equivalent touch-free gesture. 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 43 You may have given the voice command too quickly for your wireless speaker to detect. Try talking to the speaker a little more slowly. The built-in microphones of your wireless speaker may be disabled. Press the (microphone off) button. 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 44 Move your wireless speaker away from a microwave oven or a wireless LAN device. Bring the Bluetooth device closer to your wireless speaker. If there is an object between the speaker and the Bluetooth device, move the object out of the way. 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 45 Make sure that your wireless speaker is connected to the same wireless LAN as your smartphone/iPhone. For detailed instructions, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the smartphone/iPhone. Related Topic Installing the dedicated app and making the initial settings 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 46 Help Guide Wireless Speaker LF-S50G What do I do when the output music interrupts? The wireless communication is interfered. If a microwave oven is in use, stop its use. 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 47 Bluetooth connection with a Bluetooth device. In such a case, delete the device information of the speaker from the Bluetooth device and perform the pairing procedure once again. Update the software on the connected Bluetooth device. Related Topic Pairing and connecting with a Bluetooth device Pairing and connecting with a PC 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 48 NFC-compatible device. The One-touch connection switching function is no longer supported by the speaker's system software, Version xxxxx088 and later. (As of February, 2019) Related Topic Connecting with an NFC-compatible device by One-touch (NFC) 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 49 What do I do when the Bluetooth LED is flashing in white? The software of your wireless speaker has been updated. Wait until the Bluetooth LED stops flashing. Related Topic LED indications About software update 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 50 Wireless Speaker LF-S50G What do I do when the Bluetooth LED is flashing in red? Your wireless speaker has an error. Initialize the speaker. Related Topic LED indications When you find the speaker not working properly: 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 51 (microphone off) button until all four of the status LEDs light and flash in orange. Initializing the speaker clears the following: Wi-Fi settings Bluetooth history Google private data Volume setting Microphone off setting Clock setting Related Topic Installing the dedicated app and making the initial settings 4-727-170-11(6) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation...