Sony AIR-SA10 Operating Instructions

Wireless
Speaker System
Operating Instructions
AIR-SA10
© 2008 Sony Corporation
Printed in China
12) Use only with the cart, stand,
WARNING
tripod, bracket, or table specified
by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used,
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock,
use caution when moving the
do not expose this apparatus to rain or
cart/apparatus combination to avoid
moisture.
injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
Indoor use only.
when unused for long periods of time.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
opening of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths,
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
curtains, etc. Do not place the naked flame sources such
as lighted candles on the apparatus. plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing, and do
normally, or has been dropped.
not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the
apparatus.
The following FCC statement
As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit from
applies only to the version of this
the mains, connect the unit to an easily accessible
model manufactured for sale in
AC outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the
the U.S.A. Other versions may
unit, disconnect the main plug from the AC outlet
not comply with FCC technical
immediately.
regulations.
The unit is not disconnected from the mains as long as it
is connected to the AC outlet, even if the unit itself has
been turned off.
NOTE:
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
The nameplate is located on the bottom exterior. to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful
Notice for the customers in the interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
U.S.A.
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
The following indications are located on the bottom
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
exterior.
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
This symbol is intended to alert the
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
user to the presence of uninsulated
more of the following measures:
"dangerous voltage" within the
 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
product's enclosure that may be of
 Increase the separation between the equipment and
sufficient magnitude to constitute a
receiver.
risk of electric shock to persons.
 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
This symbol is intended to alert the circuit different from that to which the receiver is
user to the presence of important
connected.
operating and maintenance (servicing)
 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
instructions in the literature
technician for help.
accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications
Owner's Record
not expressly approved in this manual could void your
The model and serial numbers are located on the
authority to operate this equipment.
bottom of the unit. Record these numbers in the space
provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon
For the wireless transceiver (EZW-RT10)
your Sony dealer regarding this product.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
Model No.
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
Serial No.
(2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
Important Safety Instructions
operation.
1) Read these instructions.
This equipment must not be co-located or operated in
2) Keep these instructions.
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
limits set forth for uncontrolled equipment and meets
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
Supplement C to OET65.
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
This equipment should be installed and operated with at
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as
least 20cm and more between the radiator and person's
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
ankles).
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does
not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on
or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
Notice for the customers in Canada
3-288-619-11(1)
For the wireless transceiver (EZW-RT10)
This device complies with RSS-Gen of IC 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 the
device.
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure
limits set forth for uncontrolled equipment and meets
the RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure
rules.
This equipment should be installed and operated with at
least 20cm and more between the radiator and person's
body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and
ankles).
Notice for the customers in
Australia
For the wireless transceiver (EZW-RT10)
This equipment should be installed and operated with at
least 20cm and more between the radiator and person's
body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and
ankles).
 "S-AIR" and its logo are trademarks of Sony
Corporation.
 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.
Precautions Preparing the unit
Connect the unit and S-AIR main unit to listen to sound from the S-AIR main unit.
Notes on use of the S-AIR product
 As the S-AIR product transmits sound by radio waves,
sound may skip when radio waves are obstructed.
This is a characteristic of radio waves and is not a
malfunction.
 As the S-AIR product transmits sound by radio waves,
equipment that generates electromagnetic energy,
such as a microwave oven, may interfere with sound
transmission.
 As the S-AIR product uses the radio waves that share
the same frequency as other wireless systems, such
as wireless LAN or Bluetooth devices, interference or
poor transmission may result. In this case, take the
following steps:
 Do not install the S-AIR product near other wireless
systems.
 Do not use the S-AIR product and the other wireless
systems at the same time.
 The transmission distance differs depending on
the usage environment. Find a location where
transmission between the unit and the S-AIR main
unit is most effective, and install the unit and the S-
AIR main unit there.
On safety
 Completely disconnect the power cord (mains
lead) from the wall socket (mains) if it is not going 1
Insert the supplied wireless transceiver (EZW-RT10)
to be used for an extended period of time. When
securely into the EZW-RT10 slot on the rear of the
unplugging the unit, always grip the plug. Never pull unit. 
the cord itself.
Check the orientation of the  mark when inserting
 Should any solid object or liquid get into the unit,
the supplied wireless transceiver (EZW-RT10).
unplug the unit, and have it checked by qualified
Failure to do so may result in damage to the unit.
personnel before operating it again.
2
Set the S-AIR ID of the unit to the same S-AIR ID as
 The AC power cord can be changed only by a qualified
the S-AIR main unit to be connected. 
service facility.
For details on setting the S-AIR ID of the S-AIR
On placement
main unit, refer to the Operating Instructions
 Do not place the unit in an inclined position or in
supplied with the S-AIR main unit.
locations that are extremely hot, cold, dusty, dirty, or
3
Connect the power cord to a wall socket. 
humid or lacking adequate ventilation, or subject to
If the plug does not fit the wall socket, detach the
vibration, direct sunlight or a bright light.
supplied plug adaptor (only for models equipped
 Be careful when placing the unit on surfaces that have
with an adaptor).
been specially treated (for example, with wax, oil,
4
polish) as staining or discoloration of the surface may Press 
result.
5
Operate the S-AIR main unit to turn on the S-AIR
function.
On heat buildup
 Heat buildup on the unit during operation is normal For details on turning on the S-AIR function, refer to
the Operating Instructions supplied with the S-AIR
and is not cause for alarm.
 Do not touch the cabinet if it has been used main unit.
continuously at a high volume because the cabinet Once the connection is established, the S-AIR
may have become hot. indicator
 Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.
and "LINKED" appears in the display for about 2
seconds.
On the speaker system
If you cannot connect to the S-AIR main unit
This speaker system is not magnetically shielded, and
the picture on nearby TV sets may become magnetically It is easy to set the same S-AIR ID for the unit and S-
distorted. In this situation, turn off the TV, wait about AIR main unit to establish the connection.
15 to 30 minutes, and turn it back on. However, if a neighbor has an S-AIR main unit with the
If there is no improvement, move the unit far away from same S-AIR ID as your S-AIR main unit, you may be
the TV. able to hear the audio transmitted from your neighbor's
S-AIR main unit on your system. To prevent this, you
Cleaning the cabinet
can identify the unit with a specific S-AIR main unit by
Clean this unit with a soft dry cloth. Do not use any
performing the pairing operation.
type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent, such
When you perform pairing
as thinner, benzine, or alcohol.
Before pairing, the connection is established by the S-
AIR ID (example).
Your system
S-AIR main unit 
The connection is established between the paired unit
and S-AIR main unit.
Your system
Pairing
S-AIR main unit 
1
Check that the power of the unit and the S-AIR
main unit to be connected are turned on.
2
Check that the S-AIR ID of the unit is the same as
the S-AIR ID of the S-AIR main unit.
3
Operate the S-AIR main unit to turn on the pairing
function.
For details on turning on the pairing function, refer
to the Operating Instructions supplied with the S-
AIR main unit.
EZW-RT10/Wireless transceiver
Wall socket
4
Press the PAIRING button on the rear of the unit
using a pointed object.
When pairing is performed, the S-AIR indicator
flashes and the display changes as follows:
"PAIRING"  "COMPLETE"
To cancel pairing, change the S-AIR IDs of the unit
and the S-AIR main unit to different S-AIR IDs.
To stop the pairing operation midway, press the
PAIRING button again.
Notes
 M ake sure to turn off the unit when inserting or removing the
supplied wireless transceiver (EZW-RT10). Failure to do so may
result in damage to the unit.
 Do not touch the terminals of the supplied wireless transceiver
(EZW-RT10).
 Do not insert any device other than the supplied wireless
transceiver (EZW-RT10) into the EZW-RT10 slot.
 to turn on the unit. 
S-AIR (Sony Audio Interactive Radio
frequency)
Recent times have seen the rapid spread of DVD
media, Digital Broadcasting, and other high-quality
media.
To ensure that the subtle nuances of these high-
quality media are transmitted with no deterioration,
 on the front of the unit lights up
Sony has developed a technology called "S-AIR"
for the radio transmission of digital audio signals
with no compression, and has incorporated this
technology into the EZW-RT10.
This technology transfers digital audio signals with
no compression using the 2.4 GHz band range of ISM
band (Industrial, Scientific, and Medical band), such
as wireless LANs and Bluetooth applications.
Neighboring system
This unit
ID A
ID A ID A
S-AIR main unit 
Neighboring system
This unit
ID A
ID A ID A
S-AIR main unit 
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