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Wireless Speaker
SRS-XV900
The following explains how to use this speaker. Select a topic from the navigation pane.
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Use the latest versions of the software pre-installed on the speaker and "Sony | Music Center."
Getting Started
Parts and controls
Carrying the speaker
Power source/charging
Charging the speaker
Turning the power on
Turning the power off
Using the BLUETOOTH standby (auto power on) function
Charging a USB device such as a smartphone or iPhone
Auto Standby (power saving) function
Lighting function
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  • Page 1 The following explains how to use this speaker. Select a topic from the navigation pane. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Use the latest versions of the software pre-installed on the speaker and “Sony | Music Center.” Getting Started...
  • Page 2 Turning on/off the speaker’s light (Lighting function) Making connections Connecting the speaker with a TV USB device Connecting with a USB device BLUETOOTH device ® Pairing and connecting with BLUETOOTH devices ® Connecting with a computer via a BLUETOOTH connection (Windows Connecting with a computer via a BLUETOOTH connection (Mac) Multipoint connection Connecting the speaker concurrently with 2 BLUETOOTH devices (multipoint connection)

  • Page 3: Troubleshooting

    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” Using “Fiestable” What you can do with “Fiestable” Installing “Fiestable”...
  • Page 4 Unable to add a speaker for the Party Connect function Unable to connect the speaker concurrently with 2 devices (multipoint connection) Microphone There is no microphone sound There is acoustic feedback Reset Restarting the speaker Initializing the speaker 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 5: Parts And Controls

    Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV900 Parts and controls...
  • Page 6 (power) button with indicator CHARGE indicator Direct function keys Touch one of the keys that is associated with the function you want to activate. (BLUETOOTH) with indicator OPTICAL IN AUDIO IN TV SOUND BOOSTER Lighting color selectors (red/yellow/green/blue/purple) MULTI COLOR LIGHT MEGA BASS with indicator/ STAMINA with indicator...
  • Page 7 MIC1 jack (Φ 6.3 mm) MIC and GUITAR level (MIN/MAX) knob MIC2/GUITAR jack (Φ 6.3 mm) GUITAR button with indicator BATTERY button/ BATTERY CARE button AC IN jack Caster wheels Related Topic About the indicators 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 8 Exercise extreme caution when carrying the speaker on a slope. Do not carry the speaker with a person, luggage, etc. on it. Do not let children or infants be near when carrying the speaker. 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 9: Charging The Speaker

    Battery Care mode and you hear voice guidance (Battery Care mode, OFF) from the speaker. You can place/bring the speaker into/out of Battery Care mode with “Sony | Music Center” as well. Connect the speaker to an AC outlet to charge it.
  • Page 10 1% - 10%: “Low Battery, Please Recharge Speaker” 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 established) Approx.
  • Page 11 When the Android™ smartphone is configured to use only A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) for establishing BLUETOOTH connections, the remaining battery power of the speaker is not displayed on the smartphone. Related Topic Turning the power on Notes on charging What you can do with “Sony | Music Center” 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 12: Turning The Power On

    If the CHARGE indicator flashes in orange 3 times and goes out when you turn on the speaker, the built-in battery is empty and needs to be charged. Related Topic Turning the power off Charging the speaker Turning on/off the speaker’s light (Lighting function) 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 13: Turning The Power Off

    (power) indicator in orange and activates the BLUETOOTH standby function At the time of purchase, the BLUETOOTH standby function is deactivated. Related Topic Auto Standby (power saving) function Using the BLUETOOTH standby (auto power on) function 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 14 BLUETOOTH standby mode. 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-XV900].
  • Page 15 Tap [Settings]. Tap [Power Option]. Tap the check box for [Bluetooth Standby] to select the check box. The selected check box indicates that the BLUETOOTH standby function is activated. Go back to the top screen for the speaker (the screen in step The change to the settings is put in effect.
  • Page 16 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 17 Do not charge the speaker's built-in battery in places where the speaker is likely to have water splashed on it. Neither the supplied AC power cord (mains lead) nor the speaker is waterproof. Related Topic Charging the speaker Turning the power on Auto Standby (power saving) function 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 18 The device connected to the OPTICAL IN connector is turned off. 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 19 Related Topic What you can do with “Sony | Music Center” 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 20 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV900 Turning on/off the speaker’s light (Lighting function) The speaker lights up with the music to liven up the atmosphere. When you purchase the speaker, the lighting function is set to on. Turn on the speaker.
  • Page 21 Touch LIGHT on 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. By using the “Illumination” function on “Fiestable,” you can change the lighting color of the speaker's light as well.
  • Page 22 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV900 Connecting the speaker with a TV Connect an optical out jack on your TV and the OPTICAL IN connector on the speaker with the supplied optical digital cable. Note Check the plugs ( ) of the optical digital cable for the shape and insert them into the respective connector and jack.
  • Page 23 Listening to TV audio (with use of the TV Sound Booster function) Listening to TV audio (without use of the TV Sound Booster function) 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 24: Compatible Usb Devices

    This speaker does not necessarily support all the functions provided in a connected USB device. Touch USB on the speaker. Connect a USB device to the PLAY/CHARGE OUTPUT port (USB). Related Topic Listening to music of a USB device 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 25 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV900 ® 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 26 In the event that the speaker is paired with a BLUETOOTH device for the first time after purchase or in the event after the speaker is initialized (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 27 (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-XV900.” If a passkey is required on the display of the BLUETOOTH device, enter “0000.”...
  • Page 28 The above instructions on the BLUETOOTH device are provided as an example. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the BLUETOOTH device. You can perform operations including establishment and disconnection of BLUETOOTH connections by using “Sony | Music Center.”...
  • Page 29 When using the Stereo Pair function or the Party Connect function, you cannot use the multipoint connection capability. Related Topic Connecting the speaker concurrently with 2 BLUETOOTH devices (multipoint connection) Listening to music of a device via BLUETOOTH connection Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 30 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV900 ® 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 31 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 32 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 33 Select [SRS-XV900]. If a passkey* is required, enter “0000.” If [SRS-XV900] 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 34: For Windows 8

    Select [SRS-XV900] and click [Next]. If a passkey is required, enter “0000.” If [SRS-XV900] 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 35 The “ ” mark will appear in the bottom left of the [SRS-XV900] 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 36 Devices] from the menu that appears. Then proceed to step Right-click on [SRS-XV900 Stereo], and select [Connect] from the menu that appears. When the speaker is connected, a checkmark will appear on [SRS-XV900 Stereo] on the [Sound] screen. Proceed to step...
  • Page 37 If you cannot click [Connect] for [SRS-XV900 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 38 When using the Stereo Pair function or the Party Connect function, you cannot use the multipoint connection capability. Related Topic Connecting the speaker concurrently with 2 BLUETOOTH devices (multipoint connection) Listening to music of a device via BLUETOOTH connection Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 39 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV900 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 40 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 41 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 42 (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-XV900]. You can enjoy playing back music, etc. from your computer.
  • Page 43 When using the Stereo Pair function or the Party Connect function, you cannot use the multipoint connection capability. Related Topic Connecting the speaker concurrently with 2 BLUETOOTH devices (multipoint connection) Listening to music of a device via BLUETOOTH connection Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 44 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV900 Connecting the speaker concurrently with 2 BLUETOOTH devices (multipoint connection) While the speaker is connected concurrently with 2 BLUETOOTH devices via BLUETOOTH connection, you can do the following: Switching the music playback source between 2 devices You can switch the music playback source from one device to the other without reestablishing the BLUETOOTH reconnection.
  • Page 45 Operate the second BLUETOOTH device to search for the speaker. Follow the on-screen instructions to establish a BLUETOOTH connection. When the BLUETOOTH connection is established, you hear voice guidance (BLUETOOTH 2nd Device Connected) from the speaker and the activity of the (BLUETOOTH) indicator changes from flashing to lit. Changing the BLUETOOTH devices in multipoint connection While keeping the speaker connected with 2 devices in multipoint connection, you can attempt to connect another device via BLUETOOTH connection.

  • Page 46: About Voice Guidance

    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 the speaker is turned on. You can perform operations including establishment and disconnection of BLUETOOTH connections by using “Sony | Music Center.”...
  • Page 47 Listening to TV audio (with use of the TV Sound Booster function) Sony's unique function, “TV Sound Booster,” lets you enjoy the enhanced sound of audio visual contents, such as live performance videos and movies. Owing to the deep bass and realistic high-pitched sounds spreading around, you can taste a true audio visual experience that makes you feel as if you are attending a live performance.
  • Page 48 Note If calibration of synchronization by “Sony | Music Center” does not solve the issue of audio delay between the TV and the speaker, see Video and audio are not synchronized; or audio sounds duplicated.
  • Page 49 Connecting the speaker with a TV ® Pairing and connecting with BLUETOOTH devices What you can do with “Sony | Music Center” Installing “Sony | Music Center” No sound comes out from the speaker The sound volume is low Neither the Karaoke function nor the DJ Control function are available for use while the TV Sound Booster function is...
  • Page 50 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV900 Listening to TV audio (without use of the TV Sound Booster function) Connect the speaker with a TV. For details, refer to Connecting the speaker with a Turn on the speaker. Touch OPTICAL IN on the speaker.
  • Page 51 Hint When sound comes out both from the speaker and the TV, turn off the sound volume of the TV. You can adjust the sound volume with “Sony | Music Center” as well. Related Topic Connecting the speaker with a TV ®...

  • Page 52: Listening To Music Of A Usb Device

    Touch USB on the speaker. Touch (play) on the speaker 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 (play) on the speaker, you can perform the following operations as well.
  • Page 53 If the actual content of a file with the supported file extension is not what it should be, playing the file may cause the speaker to emit noises or to malfunction. Related Topic Connecting with a USB device 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 54: Listening To Music Of A Device Via Bluetooth Connection

    Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV900 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 55 Start playback on the BLUETOOTH device. Adjust the volume by touching –/+ (volume) on the speaker or operating the BLUETOOTH device. When you touch –/+ (volume) 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 56 Noise or sound interruption may occur depending on the BLUETOOTH device connected with the speaker, the communication environment or the usage environment. Related Topic Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) Charging the speaker 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 57: Supported Codecs

    When the speaker is connected with BLUETOOTH devices, all the connections are automatically disconnected and then reestablished and the new setup is applied. When using “Sony | Music Center” Pair the speaker with a BLUETOOTH device, such as a smartphone.
  • Page 58 BLUETOOTH device and ambient conditions. In such a case, change the BLUETOOTH connection quality to the “Priority on Stable Connection” preference. Related Topic Using the BLUETOOTH standby (auto power on) function What you can do with “Sony | Music Center” 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 59: Terminating The Bluetooth Connection (After Use)

    When you finish playing music, the BLUETOOTH connection may terminate automatically depending on the BLUETOOTH device. Related Topic Turning the power off What you can do with “Sony | Music Center” Auto Standby (power saving) function 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 60: Turning On Or Off The Bluetooth Function

    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.” 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 61: Listening To Music Of A Portable Audio Device, Etc

    Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV900 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 62 Touch AUDIO IN on the speaker. Turn on and start playback on the connected device. Adjust the volume to a moderate level on the connected device. If the volume is adjusted by operations on the connected portable audio device, the (power) indicator on the speaker will not flash.
  • Page 63 Related Topic Auto Standby (power saving) function 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 64 You can take either of the following procedures for setup. At the time of purchase, the MEGA BASS sound effect is activated. On “Sony | Music Center,” tap [SRS-XV900] - [Settings] - [Sound] - [Sound Effect] - [MEGA BASS]. Touch MEGA BASS on the speaker.
  • Page 65 On “Sony | Music Center,” tap [SRS-XV900] - [Settings] - [Power Option], and then select [STAMINA]. While the STAMINA power option is activated, the lighting function and the sound effects, including MEGA BASS, are deactivated. 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 66 Note While the speaker is in OPTICAL IN, AUDIO IN, or USB mode, you can set it up for the Stereo Pair function with “Sony | Music Center” as well. Upon completion of the setup, however, the speaker is automatically placed into BLUETOOTH mode.
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  • Page 68 Note While the speaker is in OPTICAL IN, AUDIO IN, or USB mode, you can set it up for the Party Connect function with “Sony | Music Center” as well. Upon completion of the setup, however, the speaker is automatically placed into BLUETOOTH mode.
  • Page 69 When watching movies using the Party Connect function, there may be a gap between video and audio. Related Topic Installing “Sony | Music Center” Updating the pre-installed software 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 70: Using An External Microphone

    Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV900 Using an external microphone You can output your voice from the speaker by connecting a dynamic microphone with a normal plug (Φ 6.3 mm) (commercially available). Turn the MIC level knob or the MIC and GUITAR level knob to MIN to reduce the microphone volume level.
  • Page 71 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 72 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV900 Enjoying sound from a guitar You can listen to sound from your guitar by connecting it to the MIC2/GUITAR jack (Φ 6.3 mm) on the speaker. By connecting an external microphone to the MIC1 jack (Φ 6.3 mm) on the speaker, you can play the guitar and sing along as well.
  • Page 73 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 74 9.x or earlier. 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 75 Related Topic Installing “Sony | Music Center” Charging the speaker Turning on/off the speaker’s light (Lighting function) Connecting the speaker concurrently with 2 BLUETOOTH devices (multipoint connection) Listening to TV audio (with use of the TV Sound Booster function) Listening to TV audio (without use of the TV Sound Booster function)
  • Page 76 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 77: Available Controls

    Wireless Speaker SRS-XV900 What you can do with “Fiestable” “Fiestable” is an app for operating Sony audio devices compatible with “Fiestable” from smartphones, etc. Available controls DJ Control You can include sound effects (Isolator, etc.) or sampling sounds (drum/cheering sounds, etc.) in the music being played.
  • Page 78 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. 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 79 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 80: About The Indicators

    Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV900 About the indicators CHARGE indicator (orange) Unlit The speaker has completed charging. The speaker is being charged. Slow flashing The built-in battery is running at 10% or less and needs to be charged. Flashes 3 times...
  • Page 81 (an electric circuit error). Follow the steps described in Restarting the speaker to restart the (orange) speaker. The software update was canceled by “Sony | Music Center.” Quadruple flashing The software update failed. (orange) Depending on the situation, you may not be able to see all flashing patterns.
  • Page 82 The speaker is waiting for a BLUETOOTH device to connect to. Slow flashing MEGA BASS indicator (white) Unlit The sound effect is set to other than MEGA BASS. The sound effect is set to MEGA BASS. STAMINA indicator (white) Unlit The sound effect is set to other than STAMINA.
  • Page 83 The speaker is in guitar mode. Related Topic Parts and controls What you can do with “Sony | Music Center” 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 84 Music Center Tap [SRS-XV900]. 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 85 (power) and (BLUETOOTH) indicators flash 3 times to inform you that the update has completed. Confirm the version of the speaker’s software. On “Sony | Music Center,” tap [SRS-XV900] – [Settings] – [System]. “XXXXXXX” displayed under “SRS-XV900” indicates the software version. Hint When the software update fails, turn off the speaker and then turn it back on.

  • Page 86: About The Power Cord

    Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV900 Precautions On safety Refer to the Reference Guide supplied with the speaker. About the power cord If the speaker is not used for an extended period, unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet. When unplugging the speaker, be sure to grasp the plug.
  • Page 87 Do not operate the touch sensor with a wet hand to avoid a malfunction. 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. 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 88: Notes On Charging

    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 89 While the speaker is connected with a computer that is not connected to an AC outlet, the speaker consumes the battery power of the computer. Do not leave the computer with the speaker connected for a long period of time to prevent the computer's battery from running out of power. Related Topic Charging the speaker 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 90 To clean the speaker, use a soft cloth slightly moistened with neutral detergent. Do not use polishing agent, scrubbing brush, thinner, benzine, alcohol, etc. Note In cold or hot locations, condensation can occur which may cause the speaker to malfunction. If condensation occurs, wipe off with a dry, soft cloth. 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 91: About The Bluetooth Wireless Technology

    Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV900 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 92 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. 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 93 SRS-XV900 Licenses 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. Please access the following URL and read the contents of the license.
  • Page 94 Google™, Android and Google Play are trademarks of Google LLC. The LDAC™ name is a trademark of Sony Group Corporation or its affiliates. The BLUETOOTH® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Group Corporation and its subsidiaries is under license.

  • Page 95: What Can I Do To Solve A Problem

    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 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 96 Charge the speaker in an ambient temperature between 5 °C and 35 °C (41 °F and 95 °F). Be aware that the room temperature may fall to 5 °C (41 °F) or lower depending on the season, for example, especially in wintertime. Related Topic Charging the speaker About the indicators Notes on charging 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 97 The rechargeable built-in battery may be empty or running low. Connect the speaker to an AC outlet with the supplied AC power cord (mains lead) for battery charging. The Auto Standby function may have been activated. Deactivate the Auto Standby function. Related Topic Charging the speaker Auto Standby (power saving) function 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 98 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV900 No sound/Sound from only one speaker/Distorted sound/Humming or noise in the speaker output Check that both the speaker and the connected device are turned on. Turn up the volume of the speaker and the connected device.
  • Page 99 Select “Priority on Stable Connection (SBC)” for the BLUETOOTH connection 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, uninstall “Sony | Music Center”...
  • Page 100 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV900 The sound volume is low Turn up the volume of the speaker and the connected device. Check that the connected device is playing. 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 101: Sound Becomes Low While In Use

    When the ambient temperature of the speaker is high. If the sound becomes low while in use, follow the procedure below. Turn off the speaker. Charge the built-in battery sufficiently. Related Topic Charging the speaker 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 102 Check the speaker for sound volume. While the TV Sound Booster function is activated, the speaker outputs only the bass and high-pitched sounds for content playback. Use “Sony | Music Center” to adjust the sound volume of the speaker in accordance with the TV sound volume.
  • Page 103 Video and audio are not synchronized; or audio sounds duplicated Make sure that your TV is updated with the latest software. Adjust synchronization between the TV audio and the speaker audio with “Sony | Music Center.” Tap [Music Center] on your smartphone, etc. to start up the application.
  • Page 104 Check the speaker for sound volume. While the TV Sound Booster function is activated, the speaker outputs only the bass and high-pitched sounds for content playback. Use “Sony | Music Center” to adjust the sound volume of the speaker in accordance with the TV sound volume.
  • Page 105 TV Sound Booster function is activated While the TV Sound Booster function is activated, microphone/guitar input, the DJ Control function, and the Sampler function are disabled. To use any of them, deactivate the TV Sound Booster function. 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 106 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 107 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 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 108 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. 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 109: Unable To Pair The Speaker With A Bluetooth Device

    Depending on the specifications of the TV, no BLUETOOTH connection may be established between the speaker and the TV even though the TV has the BLUETOOTH function. Related Topic ® Pairing and connecting with BLUETOOTH devices About the indicators Initializing the speaker 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 110 For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the device. Select “Priority on Stable Connection (SBC)” for the BLUETOOTH connection quality of the speaker. Related Topic Selecting the quality for music playback via BLUETOOTH connection (Codec) 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 111 (For details about the update procedure, see Updating the pre-installed software.) Update “Sony | Music Center” to the latest version before setting up the Stereo Pair function. For details about “Sony | Music Center,” refer to the following URL: https://www.sony.net/smcqa/ Make sure that the 2 speakers to connect for the function are located within 1 m (3.2 ft) from each other.
  • Page 112 (For details about the update procedure, see Updating the pre-installed software.) Update “Sony | Music Center” to the latest version before setting up the Party Connect function. For details about “Sony | Music Center,” refer to the following URL: https://www.sony.net/smcqa/ Make sure that all of the speakers to connect for the function are located within 1 m (3.2 ft).
  • Page 113 Unable to add a speaker for the Party Connect function To any group set up with “Sony | Music Center,” use “Sony | Music Center” to add a new speaker. For details about “Sony | Music Center,” refer to the following URL: https://www.sony.net/smcqa/...
  • Page 114 When using the Stereo Pair function or the Party Connect function, you cannot use the multipoint connection capability. Depending on the BLUETOOTH device, you may not be able to use the multipoint connection capability. Related Topic Connecting the speaker concurrently with 2 BLUETOOTH devices (multipoint connection) 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 115 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV900 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. 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 116 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV900 There is acoustic feedback Reduce the volume. Move the microphone and guitar away from the speaker or change the direction of the microphone. 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 117 After pairing the speaker with a new device, turn off the speaker and turn it back on, and then restart the speaker. Restarting the speaker may change its volume, function, or sound settings. 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 118: Initializing The Speaker

    The speaker is initialized. Settings such as volume, etc., are restored to the 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 5-042-061-11(1) Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation...

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