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Wireless Speaker
SRS-XP700 / SRS-XP500
The following explains how to use this speaker. Select a topic from the navigation pane.
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Getting Started
Power source/charging
Lighting function
Turning on/off the speaker's light (Lighting function)
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  • Page 1 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XP700 / SRS-XP500 The following explains how to use this speaker. Select a topic from the navigation pane. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Getting Started Parts and controls Carrying/placing the speaker Power source/charging...
  • Page 2 Enjoying wireless playback using multiple speakers (Party Connect function) Terminating the Party Connect function Additional features Using an external microphone Enjoying sound from a guitar Using “Sony | Music Center” What you can do with “Sony | Music Center” Installing “Sony | Music Center”...
  • Page 3 Using “Fiestable” What you can do with “Fiestable” Installing “Fiestable” Information About the indicators Updating the pre-installed software Notes on use Precautions Notes on charging Notes on water resistant feature How to care for the speaker About the BLUETOOTH wireless technology License notice Trademarks Troubleshooting...
  • Page 4 Unable to connect with a speaker for the Party Connect function Microphone There is no microphone sound There is acoustic feedback Reset Restarting the speaker Initializing the speaker 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 5 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XP700 / SRS-XP500 Parts and controls (power) button with indicator...
  • Page 6 Connecting a USB device disables audio outputs from the BLUETOOTH device and the device connected to the AUDIO IN jack. Plugging an audio cable disables audio output from the BLUETOOTH device. Related Topic About the indicators 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 7 To avoid personal injury or damage to surrounding household goods, hold the speaker properly as illustrated above to carry the speaker. To place the speaker on its side You can place the speaker on its side as illustrated below. (Be sure to place the side with the rubber feet down.) 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 8 At the time of your purchase, the speaker is in normal charge mode by default. You can place/bring the speaker into/out of Battery Care mode with “Sony | Music Center.” Connect the speaker to an AC outlet to charge it.
  • Page 9 1% - 10%: “Please Charge” Hint By using “Sony | Music Center,” you can activate/deactivate the voice guidance associated with the remaining battery power that you hear when you turn on the speaker. Built-in battery life (while the speaker is not in Battery Care mode and a BLUETOOTH connection is...
  • Page 10 Even if you do not intend to use the speaker for a long time, charge the built-in battery sufficiently once every 6 months to maintain its performance. Related Topic Turning the power on Notes on charging What you can do with “Sony | Music Center” 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 11 When the speaker has no pairing information, for example when you use the BLUETOOTH function for the first time after purchase, the (BLUETOOTH) indicator keeps double flashing in blue. Related Topic Turning the power off Charging the speaker Turning on/off the speaker’s light (Lighting function) 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 12 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XP700 / SRS-XP500 Turning the power off Press the (power) button. (power) indicator and (BLUETOOTH) indicator turn off. Related Topic Auto Standby function Using the BLUETOOTH standby function 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 13 (mains lead). While the speaker is running only on power from the rechargeable built-in battery, the BLUETOOTH standby function is turned off. Turn on the speaker. (power) indicator lights up in green. Tap [Music Center] on your smartphone, etc. to start up the application. Music Center Tap [SRS-XP700] or [SRS-XP500].
  • Page 14 BLUETOOTH standby function. Hint When the BLUETOOTH standby function is activated, the (power) indicator lights up in orange while the speaker is turned off. Related Topic Charging the speaker Turning the power on About the indicators 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 15 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XP700 / SRS-XP500 Charging a USB device such as a smartphone or iPhone You can charge a USB device, such as a smartphone or iPhone, by connecting it to the speaker via USB. Even if the speaker is not connected to an AC outlet, its built-in battery can supply power to a USB device.
  • Page 16 Auto Standby function 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 17 USB device connected to the PLAY/CHARGE port (USB1) is too small. Hint You can turn on or off the Auto Standby function by using “Sony | Music Center.” Note While a microphone or a guitar is connected to the speaker, the Auto Standby function is turned off.
  • Page 18 Press the LIGHT button on the rear side of the speaker to turn off/on the lighting function. Hint By using the “Illumination” function on “Sony | Music Center,” you can turn on/off the lighting function or choose the various lighting modes.
  • Page 19 When the speaker's light seems bright or glaring, turn up the room lights or turn off the lighting function. Related Topic What you can do with “Sony | Music Center” 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 20 This speaker does not necessarily support all the functions provided in a connected USB device. Connect a USB device to the PLAY/CHARGE port (USB1). Related Topic Listening to music of a USB device 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 21 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XP700 / SRS-XP500 ® Pairing and connecting with BLUETOOTH devices Pairing is the process required to mutually register the information on BLUETOOTH devices to be connected wirelessly. To pair with a second or subsequent BLUETOOTH device, perform the following pairing procedure for each device.
  • Page 22 After you pair the speaker with a BLUETOOTH device for the first time since purchase or initialize the speaker (the speaker has no pairing information), the speaker automatically enters pairing mode when it is turned on. Proceed to step When the indicator is flashing slowly The speaker is searching for a BLUETOOTH device.
  • Page 23 You hear voice guidance (BLUETOOTH pairing) from the speaker and the (BLUETOOTH) indicator starts double flashing (pairing mode). Perform the pairing procedure on the BLUETOOTH device to detect the speaker. When a list of detected devices appears on the display of the BLUETOOTH device, select “SRS-XP700” or “SRS- XP500.” If a passkey is required on the display of the BLUETOOTH device, enter “0000.”...
  • Page 24 When the BLUETOOTH connection is established, you hear voice guidance (BLUETOOTH connected) from the speaker and the activity of the (BLUETOOTH) indicator changes from flashing to lit. If the BLUETOOTH connection is not established, repeat from step Hint As long as the BLUETOOTH function is activated on a BLUETOOTH device that has previously been connected with the speaker, the speaker is reconnected with the device right after it is turned on.
  • Page 25 When using the Stereo Pair function or Party Connect function, you cannot use the multi-device connection. Related Topic Listening to music of a device via BLUETOOTH connection Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) Switching the BLUETOOTH devices connected at the same time (Multi-device-connection) 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 26 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XP700 / SRS-XP500 Connecting with a computer via a BLUETOOTH connection (Windows) Pairing is the process required to mutually register the information on BLUETOOTH devices to be connected wirelessly. It is necessary to pair a device with the speaker to be able to make a BLUETOOTH connection for the first time. Perform the same procedures to pair to other devices.
  • Page 27 After you pair the speaker with a BLUETOOTH device for the first time since purchase or initialize the speaker (the speaker has no pairing information), the speaker automatically enters pairing mode when it is turned on. Proceed to step When the indicator is flashing slowly The speaker is searching for BLUETOOTH connections.
  • Page 28 The speaker is already connected with one of the BLUETOOTH devices. To connect the speaker with another BLUETOOTH device, do either of the following: To pair the speaker with a second or subsequent BLUETOOTH device (when the speaker has pairing information of other BLUETOOTH devices), proceed to step To reconnect the speaker with one of the BLUETOOTH devices that have been paired with the speaker before, proceed to step...
  • Page 29 Select [SRS-XP700] or [SRS-XP500]. If a passkey* is required, enter “0000.” If [SRS-XP700] or [SRS-XP500] does not appear, perform the operation again from step The passkey may be called a “passcode,” “PIN code,” “PIN number,” or “password.” After pairing, the BLUETOOTH connection establishes automatically and [Connected music] or [Connected...
  • Page 30 If a passkey is required, enter “0000.” If [SRS-XP700] or [SRS-XP500] does not appear, perform the operation again from step The passkey may be called a “passcode,” “PIN code,” “PIN number,” or “password.” When the following screen appears, click [Close].
  • Page 31 The “ ” mark will appear in the bottom left of the [SRS-XP700] or [SRS-XP500] icon during installation. When the “ ” mark disappears, driver installation is complete. Proceed to step Depending on the computer, installation may take time. If driver installation takes too much time, the Auto Standby function of the speaker will cause it to turn off automatically.
  • Page 32 If there is not a checkmark (green) on [SRS-XP700 Stereo] or [SRS-XP500 Stereo], proceed to step If [SRS-XP700 Stereo] or [SRS-XP500 Stereo] does not appear, right-click on the [Sound] screen, and select [Show Disabled Devices] from the menu that appears. Then proceed to step Right-click on [SRS-XP700 Stereo] or [SRS-XP500 Stereo], and select [Connect] from the menu that appears.
  • Page 33 If you cannot click [Connect] for [SRS-XP700 Stereo] or [SRS-XP500 Stereo], select [Disable] for the [Default Device] that currently has a checkmark (green). Follow the on-screen instructions to establish a BLUETOOTH connection. When the BLUETOOTH connection is established, you hear voice guidance (BLUETOOTH connected) from the speaker and the activity of the (BLUETOOTH) indicator changes from flashing to lit.
  • Page 34 When using the Stereo Pair function or Party Connect function, you cannot use the multi-device connection. Related Topic Listening to music of a device via BLUETOOTH connection Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) Switching the BLUETOOTH devices connected at the same time (Multi-device-connection) 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 35 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XP700 / SRS-XP500 Connecting with a computer via a BLUETOOTH connection (Mac) Pairing is the process required to mutually register the information on BLUETOOTH devices to be connected wirelessly. It is necessary to pair a device with the speaker to be able to make a BLUETOOTH connection for the first time. Perform the same procedures to pair to other devices.
  • Page 36 Check the (BLUETOOTH) indicator for activity. When the indicator is double flashing After you pair the speaker with a BLUETOOTH device for the first time since purchase or initialize the speaker (the speaker has no pairing information), the speaker automatically enters pairing mode when it is turned on. Proceed to step When the indicator is flashing slowly The speaker is searching for BLUETOOTH connections.
  • Page 37 The speaker is already connected with one of the BLUETOOTH devices. To connect the speaker with another BLUETOOTH device, do either of the following: To pair the speaker with a second or subsequent BLUETOOTH device (when the speaker has pairing information of other BLUETOOTH devices), proceed to step To reconnect the speaker with one of the BLUETOOTH devices that have been paired with the speaker before, proceed to step...
  • Page 38 (BLUETOOTH) indicator changes from flashing to lit. If the connection attempt fails, repeat the procedure from step Click the speaker icon in the top-right of the screen and select [SRS-XP700] or [SRS-XP500] from [Output Device].
  • Page 39 When using the Stereo Pair function or Party Connect function, you cannot use the multi-device connection. Related Topic Listening to music of a device via BLUETOOTH connection Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) Switching the BLUETOOTH devices connected at the same time (Multi-device-connection) 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 40 Press the (play) button to start playback. You can use “Sony | Music Center” for playback operations or effortless music selection from the music list on the USB device. With the button on the speaker, you can perform the following operations as well.
  • Page 41 While the speaker has a USB device connected, you can still listen to music from the BLUETOOTH device connected via a BLUETOOTH connection or from the device connected to the AUDIO IN jack by selecting, for example, [My Library] on “Sony | Music Center.”...
  • Page 42 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XP700 / SRS-XP500 Listening to music of a device via BLUETOOTH connection You can enjoy listening to music of a BLUETOOTH device and operate it by the speaker via BLUETOOTH connection if it supports the following BLUETOOTH profiles.
  • Page 43 Adjust the volume by pressing the –/+ (volume) buttons on the speaker or operating the BLUETOOTH device. When you press the –/+ (volume) buttons on the speaker or adjust the volume on the BLUETOOTH device, the (power) indicator flashes once or 3 times. Depending on the BLUETOOTH device you are using, the (power) indicator on the speaker may not flash even if you adjust the volume on the BLUETOOTH device.
  • Page 44 While the speaker has a device connected to the PLAY/CHARGE port (USB1) or the AUDIO IN jack, you can still listen to music from the BLUETOOTH device connected via a BLUETOOTH connection by selecting, for example, [My Library] on “Sony | Music Center.”...
  • Page 45 When using “Sony | Music Center” Press the (power) button to turn on the speaker. Hint Speaker operations with “Sony | Music Center” are available even while the speaker is running on power from the rechargeable built-in battery.
  • Page 46 Noise or sound interruption may occur in the [Priority on Sound Quality] mode, depending on the setting of your BLUETOOTH device and ambient conditions. In this case, change the speaker to the [Priority on Sound Connection] mode. Related Topic Using the BLUETOOTH standby function What you can do with “Sony | Music Center” 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 47 When you finish playing music, the BLUETOOTH connection may terminate automatically depending on the BLUETOOTH device. Related Topic What you can do with “Sony | Music Center” Auto Standby function 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 48 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XP700 / SRS-XP500 Switching the BLUETOOTH devices connected at the same time (Multi-device- connection) The speaker is capable of keeping up to 2 BLUETOOTH devices connected concurrently.When playback starts on one device while music playback is in progress on the other, the speaker switches the audio source from the latter to the former and starts outputting sound from the switched source device.
  • Page 49 When you turn off the BLUETOOTH function on the desired BLUETOOTH device or the power to the device, you hear voice guidance (BLUETOOTH disconnected) from the speaker and the BLUETOOTH connection with the speaker is disconnected. Related Topic ® Pairing and connecting with BLUETOOTH devices 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 50 BLUETOOTH function of the device remains active. Note You cannot perform the following operations when BLUETOOTH function is set to off: Pair and/or connect with BLUETOOTH device. Use “Sony | Music Center.” Change the BLUETOOTH audio codecs. 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 51 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XP700 / SRS-XP500 Listening to music of a portable audio device, etc. You can use the speaker by connecting a portable audio device, etc., to the speaker using an audio cable (commercially available). Note Before establishing a connection between the speaker and a portable audio device, turn down the volume of the speaker and the device to avoid any sudden loud sound output from the speaker.
  • Page 52 This, however, does not indicate a malfunction. While the speaker has an audio cable plugged, you can still listen to music from the BLUETOOTH device connected via a BLUETOOTH connection by selecting, for example, [My Library] on “Sony | Music Center.”...
  • Page 53 Be sure to close the cap completely after disconnecting the audio cable from the speaker. The cap plays a very important role in maintenance of the water resistant performance. Related Topic Auto Standby function 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 54 At the time of your purchase, the sound effect is set to MEGA BASS mode by default. On “Sony | Music Center,” tap [SRS-XP700] or [SRS-XP500] - [Settings] - [Sound] - [Sound Effect] - [MEGA BASS]. Press the MEGA BASS button on the speaker.
  • Page 55 While the sound effect is set to STAMINA mode, the lighting function and the sound effects, including MEGA BASS mode, are set to off. 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 56 SRS-XP700 / SRS-XP500 Listening to music wirelessly with 2 speakers (Stereo Pair function) To use the Stereo Pair function, 2 SRS-XP700 or SRS-XP500 speakers are required. By connecting 2 speakers via BLUETOOTH connection, you can enjoy more powerful sound. 2 speakers connected via BLUETOOTH connections play sounds in stereo, where 1 speaker plays the sound on the right channel (right side) and the other plays the sound on the left channel (left side).
  • Page 57 Set up the first speaker. The following operation is an example of setting SRS-XP700 or SRS-XP500 as the first speaker. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the device you are using to set up other devices compatible with the Party Connect function.
  • Page 58 Connect a second or more speakers. The following operation is an example of connecting SRS-XP700 or SRS-XP500 as the second speaker. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the device you are using to connect other devices compatible with the Party Connect function.
  • Page 59 Hint Connect the second speaker within 1 minute. After 1 minute or more, the speaker setting is canceled. To connect additional speakers, repeat steps – 1 to 2. Hint When connecting a third or more speakers, connect each one within 30 seconds of connecting the previous speaker. After 30 seconds or more, the speaker cannot be connected.
  • Page 60 Hint By using “Sony | Music Center,” you can establish a connection for the Party Connect function or terminate the Party Connect function. The lighting mode of the speaker varies depending on the type of the speaker that is set up as the first speaker.
  • Page 61 USB mode or into AUDIO IN mode and terminates the Party Connect function on that particular speaker. Hint By using “Sony | Music Center,” you can establish a connection for the Party Connect function or terminate the Party Connect function. Related Topic...
  • Page 62 Adjust the volume using the MIC level knob or the MIC and GUITAR level knob. Speak or sing into the connected microphone. Note When using the Party Connect or Stereo Pair function, sound from the microphone is only output from the speaker to which the microphone is connected. 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 63 Before disconnecting the guitar from the speaker, turn the MIC and GUITAR level knob toward “MIN” to turn down the guitar volume. While a microphone or a guitar is connected to the speaker, the Auto Standby function is turned off. 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 64 Note What you can control with “Sony | Music Center” varies depending on the connected device. The specifications and design of the app may change without notice. For Apple iOS devices, the speaker is compatible with iOS 10.0 or later. A BLUETOOTH connection is not available on the devices with iOS 9.x or earlier.
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  • Page 66 Be aware that “Sony | Music Center” and “Music Center for PC” are different apps. Be sure to use the latest version of “Sony | Music Center.” If you cannot connect the speaker and a BLUETOOTH device via a BLUETOOTH connection, or if there is a problem such as no sound being emitted, uninstall “Sony | Music Center” and try to connect via the BLUETOOTH connection again.
  • Page 67 Wireless Speaker SRS-XP700 / SRS-XP500 What you can do with “Fiestable” “Fiestable” is an app for operating Sony audio devices compatible with “Fiestable” from smartphones, etc. Operations that can be performed on a speaker with “Fiestable” DJ Control You can include sound effects (Isolator, etc.) or sampling sounds (drum/cheering sounds, etc.) in the music being played.
  • Page 68 What you can control with “Fiestable” varies depending on the connected device. The specification and design of the app may change without notice. Note For Apple iOS devices, the speaker is compatible with iOS 10.0 or later. A BLUETOOTH connection is not available on the devices with iOS 9.x or earlier. 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 69 Install “Fiestable” on your smartphone, etc. from Google Play (Play Store) or the App Store. Download “Fiestable” from Google Play (Play Store) or the App Store and install it. When the installation is completed, start “Fiestable” from the “Sony | Music Center” screen. Note Be sure to use the latest version of “Fiestable.”...
  • Page 70 When the speaker turns on for the first time after the software update, the indicator flashes 3 times in green to inform you that the update has completed. When the software update is canceled by “Sony | Music Center”, the indicator flashes 4 times in green.
  • Page 71 (BLUETOOTH) indicator (blue) Lights up The speaker is connected to a BLUETOOTH device. The speaker enters the pairing mode. Double flashes The speaker is waiting for a BLUETOOTH device to connect to. Flashes slowly Flashes 3 times The software has completed updating. MEGA BASS indicator (red) Lights up The sound effect is set to MEGA BASS mode.
  • Page 72 The speaker is on standby for a connection for the Party Connect function. Lights The Party Connect function is used on the speaker. The indicators of all speakers connected for the Party Connect function light up. Related Topic Parts and controls 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 73 Music Center Tap [SRS-XP700] or [SRS-XP500]. When a new version of the software is released, an update notice is displayed on the “Sony | Music Center” screen. Follow the instructions on the screen to update. As the software update progresses, the activity of the green (power) indicator changes (from 5 flashes to 4 flashes, a single flash, and then unlit).
  • Page 74 Note If the update fails, charge the rechargeable built-in battery until it is charged 40% or more. Related Topic Charging the speaker 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 75 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 speaker for a long time, charge the battery to its full capacity once every 6 months to maintain its performance. 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 76 The rechargeable built-in battery has a life span. As time passes and the number of times that the built-in battery is used increases, the capacity of the rechargeable built-in battery slowly decreases. When the amount of time that the built-in battery can be used seems significantly shorter, despite having been fully charged, contact your nearest Sony dealer.
  • Page 77 Related Topic Charging the speaker 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 78 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XP700 / SRS-XP500 Notes on water resistant feature Water resistant performance of the speaker The speaker, with the cap closed securely, has a water resistant specification of IPX4 as specified in “Degree of protection against splashing water” of the IEC60529 “Ingress Protection Rating (IP Code) .”...
  • Page 79 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 80 Especially in cold regions, be sure to wipe off the moisture after using the speaker. Leaving moisture on its surface may cause the speaker to freeze and malfunction. 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 81 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XP700 / SRS-XP500 About the BLUETOOTH wireless technology The BLUETOOTH wireless technology operates within a range of about 30 m (about 98 ft). Supported version and profiles of the BLUETOOTH standard A profile is a set of functions standardized for every characteristic of BLUETOOTH devices. The speaker supports the following version and profiles of the BLUETOOTH standard.
  • Page 82 A device with a built-in radio or tuner cannot be connected to the speaker via BLUETOOTH since noise may occur in broadcasts. Locate the speaker farther away from a TV, radio or tuner, etc. since noise may occur in broadcasts. 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 83 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.
  • Page 84 Trademarks Android, Google Play and other related marks and logos are trademarks of Google LLC. LDAC™ and LDAC logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson. Windows Media is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
  • Page 85 For customers in Europe: https://www.sony.eu/support For customers in China: https://service.sony.com.cn For customers in other countries/regions: https://www.sony-asia.com/support If the operations above do not work, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Related Topic Restarting the speaker Initializing the speaker 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 86 Make sure that the AC power cord (mains lead) is connected securely to the speaker. Then, make sure that the AC power cord (mains lead) is connected securely to an AC outlet. Related Topic Charging the speaker About the indicators 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 87 Raise the volume of the connected device for use, or set the Auto Standby function to off. Related Topic Charging the speaker Auto Standby function 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 88 Select “Priority on sound connection (SBC)” for the wireless playback quality of the speaker. Install the latest version of “Sony | Music Center” on the connected device. If you cannot use the latest version of “Sony | Music Center” or you cannot connect the speaker and a BLUETOOTH device via BLUETOOTH connection,...
  • Page 89 Related Topic ® Pairing and connecting with BLUETOOTH devices Listening to music of a device via BLUETOOTH connection Selecting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality (Codec) About the indicators 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 90 CHARGE indicator flashes slowly. This, however, does not indicate a malfunction. If the sound becomes low while in use, follow the procedure below. Turn off the speaker. Charge the built-in battery sufficiently. 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 91 USB device or contact its manufacturer. Use “Sony | Music Center” to resume normal playback mode. When the connected USB device has partitioned storage space, the speaker is only capable of playing the audio files stored in the first partition.
  • Page 92 The bit rate setting for creating or encoding audio files is low. Increase the bit rate and encode the original audio file on the USB device. Related Topic Connecting with a USB device 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 93 The USB device has many folders or files. The USB device has a highly complicated structure. The USB device has a memory capacity that is too large for the speaker to handle. The internal memory of the USB device is fragmented. 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 94 If the speaker is not displayed on the BLUETOOTH device, turn off the device, and then turn on the device again. It may improve symptoms. Related Topic ® Pairing and connecting with BLUETOOTH devices About the indicators Initializing the speaker 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 95 Unable to connect a BLUETOOTH device with the speaker in the Stereo Pair function After connecting 2 SRS-XP700 or SRS-XP500 speakers, perform the pairing procedure between a BLUETOOTH device and the speaker in which the (BLUETOOTH) indicator is flashing in blue.
  • Page 96 After connecting multiple speakers, perform the pairing procedure between a BLUETOOTH device and the speaker in which the (BLUETOOTH) indicator is flashing in blue. Related Topic Enjoying wireless playback using multiple speakers (Party Connect function) 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 97 There is no microphone sound Turn the MIC level knob or the MIC and GUITAR level knob to adjust the microphone volume. Make sure that the microphone is turned on. Make sure that no USB device is not connected. 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 98 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XP700 / SRS-XP500 There is acoustic feedback Reduce the volume. Move the microphone and guitar away from the speaker or change the direction of the microphone. 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 99 The speaker is turned off during the restart process, and then turned back on upon completion of the process. Note Restarting the speaker does not delete its pairing information. Restarting the speaker may change its volume, function, or sound settings. 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 100 The speaker is initialized. Settings such as volume, etc., are restored to the factory default settings, and all pairing information is deleted. Note The speaker cannot be initialized while the power is off. Related Topic ® Pairing and connecting with BLUETOOTH devices Restarting the speaker 5-027-167-11(1) Copyright 2021 Sony Corporation...

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