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Sony SA-NS310 Operating Instructions Manual

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Network Speaker
Operating Instructions
SA-NS310
Getting Started
Network Connections
Listening to Audio Content
Over Your Home Network
Enjoying Sony
Multiple-Room Products
Using AirPlay
Others
Troubleshooting

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  • Page 1 Network Speaker Getting Started Network Connections Operating Instructions Listening to Audio Content Over Your Home Network Enjoying Sony Multiple-Room Products Using AirPlay Others Troubleshooting SA-NS310...

  • Page 2: For Customers In The United States

    The unit is not disconnected from the mains as long prong are provided for your safety. If the as it is connected to the AC outlet, even if the unit provided plug does not fit into your outlet, itself has been turned off.
  • Page 3 Properly shielded and grounded cables and does not operate normally, or has been dropped. connectors must be used for connection to host computers and / or peripherals in order to meet FCC The following FCC statement applies only to the emission limits.
  • Page 4 RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20 cm or more away from person's body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles).

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Setting up your home network ..... 7 Listening to audio content on a computer with Windows Vista/Windows XP ..22 Getting Started Listening to audio content on a server ...23 Guide to Parts and Controls ......8 Main unit ..........8 Enjoying Sony Remote control ........

  • Page 6: Features Of This Unit

    PARTY STREAMING function at the same time (page 24). AirPlay You can play audio from on iPhone, iPod touch or iPad, and a Mac or PC with iTunes. You can also control audio content from anywhere in your home (page 26).

  • Page 7: Setting Up Your Home Network

    Network controlled player (this unit) You can enjoy audio content using only this unit and a computer by using the computer as both server and controller. Windows 7 has to be installed on your computer to use this function. For details, see page 20.

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Getting Started Guide to Parts and Controls Main unit Front For details on each indicator, see “Indicator information” (page 39). A PARTY STREAMING indicator C Illumination indicator Indicates the PARTY STREAMING status Indicates the playback status of audio (page 24).
  • Page 9 Press to switch the audio input on or off. automatically when the AUDIO IN indicator is off. The VOL+ button has a tactile dot. Use it as a Lights in green when the audio input is on. reference point for operations.
  • Page 10 Bottom For details on each indicator, see “Indicator information” (page 39). K NETWORK STANDBY / STANDBY switch Switch between the network standby mode and the standby mode (page 13). L WPS button Use to make the network settings for the WPS push button configuration (page 14).

  • Page 11: Remote Control

    A DIMMER button Press to change the brightness of the illumination indicator (normal/dark). B INPUT button Press to switch the audio input on or off. C PARTY button Press to use the PARTY STREAMING function (page 24). D VOLUME +/– buttons Press to adjust the volume.

  • Page 12: Checking The Supplied Accessories

    Preparing the remote control Checking the Supplied The supplied lithium battery (CR2025) has Accessories already been inserted into the remote control. Pull out the protective sheet before use. Remote control (1) AC adaptor (1) AC power cord (1) CD-ROM (“Network Speaker Wi-Fi Utility”)

  • Page 13: Turning The Unit On

    Note You cannot operate this unit via a home network when the unit is in the standby mode. Set the unit to the network standby mode when you want to operate the unit via a home network. To resume power from the...

  • Page 14: Network Connections

    Press ALL RESET button on the bottom of the Disconnect the network (LAN) cable unit with a pointed object (such as a small pin) while the AC power is disconnected if the (page 10). network (LAN) cable is connected.

  • Page 15: Option 3-1: Manual Setting Method Using An Access Point Scan (For Pc/Mac)

    ?/1 indicator WPS button* starts flashing. Check that the ?/1 (ON/ * The position and the shape of the WPS button Standby) indicator changes are different depending on the model of the from flashing in green to lit in access point.
  • Page 16 Device Setting] screen. For Mac Start Safari and select [Bonjour] under [Bookmarks], then select [SA-NS310]. For PC SSID Start the browser and input either of the following URLs into the browser’s Select [Apply]. address bar. Click [OK] in the displayed window.

  • Page 17: Option 3-2: Manual Setting Method Using An Access Point Scan (For Android Device)

    Scan (for Android device) Note Before starting this procedure, be aware that your Wi-Fi network will not be protected until the setting is complete. After the setting is complete, your Wi- Fi network will be protected again when you set wireless LAN security.

  • Page 18: Option 3-3: Manual Setting Method Using An Access Point Scan (For Iphone/Ipad/Ipod Touch)

    Note Before starting this procedure, be aware that your Wi-Fi network will not be protected until the setting is complete. After the setting is complete, your Wi- Fi network will be protected again when you set wireless LAN security.

  • Page 19: Setting Up Wired Networks

    Tap [Wi-Fi]. Setting Up Wired Networks Option 4: DHCP method Usually, the DHCP setting is set to ON when you connect your computer to the network. Try the following method if you are using a wired network. Set the DHCP setting of your computer to ON in advance.

  • Page 20: Listening To Audio Content Over Your Home Network

    Open a folder or a volume where the WMA file is stored, and right-click the file to display the Listening to Audio Content Over [Property] window. When there is the [Licence] Your Home Network tab, the file is DRM-copyrighted and cannot be...
  • Page 21 Sharing Center] window. Select [Change advanced sharing settings]. The [Allow all media devices] window opens. If all the devices in the local network are [Allowed] to access your network, select [OK] and close the window. Select [Allow all computers and media devices].

  • Page 22: Listening To Audio Content On A Computer With Windows Vista/Windows Xp

    Go to [Start] - [All Programs] and select [Windows Media Player]. Windows Media Player 11 starts up. Select [Media Sharing...] from the [Library] menu. If you are using Windows XP, go to step 8. The device list appears. When is displayed, select Select [SA-NS310].

  • Page 23: Listening To Audio Content On A Server

    Note Add a check next to [Private] and select [Next]. Uncheck this item after you confirm that the unit can connect to the computer and play audio data on the computer. Listening to audio content stored on a computer with...

  • Page 24: Enjoying Sony Multiple-Room Products

    LAN routers/access points, the wireless LAN the process from step 1 again. transfer speed may slow down when “WEP” • You cannot start a PARTY while you are currently participating in a PARTY. or “WPA/WPA2-PSK (TKIP)” is selected for the security method.

  • Page 25: Joining A Party

    Connecting the Unit with function while the unit is playing a track, the unit DLNA-compliant Devices will start a PARTY as a PARTY host and the other device will join a PARTY as a PARTY guest. Enjoying audio content on a...

  • Page 26: Using Airplay

    • Refer to the operating manual of your device for iPhone, iPod touch or iPad. details on operating iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, iTunes or AirPlay. iPhone, iPod touch or iPad • You cannot use this unit as a PARTY host during the AirPlay playback.
  • Page 27 • Very loud sound may output from this unit when you set the volume too high using iPhone, iPod touch, iPad or iTunes. • For details on the use of iTunes, refer to Help of iTunes. • The volume level of iPhone, iPod touch, iPad or iTunes may not be able to be linked with the volume level of this unit.

  • Page 28: Others

    (not supplied) Using the setting screen on the – Disconnecting the AC adaptor • You must set up a proxy server if you use the browser Internet environment via a proxy server (page 14). You can make the various settings of this unit Quit all operations before using the setting screen on the browser.

  • Page 29: Starting The Browser With Windows Xp

    Note The items displayed on the computer may be different from the ones shown in this section, depending on the version of the operating system or the computer environment. For details, refer to the help of your operating system. Click [Control Panel] t [Add or Remove Programs].

  • Page 30: Specifications

    AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: With 4 ohms loads, driven from 80 - 20 kHz; rated 6 watts minimum RMS power, with no more than 1 % total harmonic distortion from 100 milliwatts to rated output.

  • Page 31: Precautions

    • Do not put anything on top of the unit. On placement • Do not set the unit in an inclined position. • Do not leave the unit in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, moisture, rain or mechanical shock.
  • Page 32 LAN function. On cleaning • Wipe the unit using a soft cloth such as the cloths used for cleaning eye glasses, etc. • Do not use alcohol, benzine, or thinner to clean the cabinet.

  • Page 33: Glossary

    “WEP key.” The encryption level is indicated by the bit count of the key; e.g., 64 bits or 128 bits. The higher the bit count, the higher the security level.
  • Page 34 WPA-PSK (TKIP), WPA2-PSK (TKIP) wireless network standard created by the Wi- TKIP is a security technology developed to Fi Alliance to allow you to set up a wireless correct for the deficiencies of WEP. TKIP network easily. A push button configuration assures a higher security level than WEP.

  • Page 35: Troubleshooting

    Check to see if the problem is press the ?/1 (ON/Standby) button to listed in this “Troubleshooting” set on. section. • It takes about 40 seconds for the unit to turn on. Check the following customer support site. The unit remains warm after the power http://www.esupport.sony.com/...
  • Page 36 If the sound is environment without a router, it may take output for a moment and then is silenced about a minute for the unit to obtain its IP again, the unit may have received a address after you turn on the power.
  • Page 37 • The unit may be under the control of (page 35) for details. another device. If you want to reject these • Make sure the LINK indicator is lit up in requests, set the NETWORK STANDBY/ green or amber. See “The unit cannot STANDBY switch to STANDBY.
  • Page 38 Disconnect and reconnect PARTY guest. the AC cord of the unit. If you want to start a PARTY as a PARTY host, press and hold the PARTY button for This unit does not operate if you press two seconds or more.

  • Page 39: Indicator Information

    The ?/1 (ON/Standby) indicator flashes in red • The system is in protect mode. Disconnect the AC cord of the unit then reconnect it after a few seconds. Then turn the unit on. If the symptom recurs, consult your nearest Sony dealer...
  • Page 40 During wired Begins wired connection wireless connection (flashes at connection (lights for 2 sec / goes off connection 2 sec / goes off for 1 sec for 1 sec intervals) intervals) UPDATE The unit can The unit is updating. –...
  • Page 41 • AirPlay, the AirPlay logo, iPhone, iPod touch, and OWNER OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, the U.S. and other countries. iPad is a trademark of SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR Apple Inc. CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, •...
  • Page 42 You may use the SONY SOFTWARE only with the PRODUCT. By using the SONY SOFTWARE, you agree to be bound by the terms of this EULA. If you do not agree to the terms of this EULA, SONY is unwilling to license the SONY SOFTWARE to you. In such event, you should not use the SONY SOFTWARE.
  • Page 43 ACTUALLY PAID ALLOCABLE TO THE SONY SOFTWARE. EXPORTS If you use or transfer the SONY SOFTWARE in or to a country other than your country of residence, you shall comply with applicable laws and regulations relating to exports, imports and customs.
  • Page 44 * 4 4 2 5 6 6 8 1 3 * ©2012 Sony Corporation Printed in China 4-425-668-13(1)

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