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Wireless Speaker
ULT TOWER 10
Model: YY7857E
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
The speaker has been compatible with "Sony | Sound Connect" since April 2025.
Quick Start Guide
Download the app
By using "Sony | Music Center," you can adjust an equalizer and the sound quality on the speaker connected via a
®
BLUETOOTH
connection. You can also operate and play from various audio sources connected to the speaker.
To use all the functions and performance enhancements, use the latest versions of "Sony | Music Center" and the internal
software for the speaker. For details, see the following.
https://www.sony.net/elesupport/
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  • Page 1 The speaker has been compatible with “Sony | Sound Connect” since April 2025. Quick Start Guide Download the app By using “Sony | Music Center,” you can adjust an equalizer and the sound quality on the speaker connected via a ® BLUETOOTH connection.

  • Page 2: Related Information

    Install “Sony | Sound Connect” to your smartphone, etc., from Google Play (Play Store) or from App Store. To use “Sony | Sound Connect,” you first need to update the internal software of the speaker using “Sony | Music Center.”...
  • Page 3 Connecting with a USB device BLUETOOTH device How to make wireless connections to BLUETOOTH devices Connecting to BLUETOOTH devices easily with “Sony | Music Center” via a BLUETOOTH connection Pairing and connecting with BLUETOOTH devices ® Connecting with a computer via a BLUETOOTH connection (Windows...
  • Page 4 Additional features Using an external wired 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 5 Updating the pre-installed software Notes on use Precautions How to care for the speaker About the BLUETOOTH wireless technology About the wireless technology of the wireless microphone Licenses Trademarks Troubleshooting What can I do to solve a problem? Power supply Unable to turn on the speaker or the speaker suddenly turns off Sound No sound/Sound from only one speaker/Low sound level/Distorted sound/Humming or noise in the speaker output...
  • Page 6 Unable to connect the wireless microphone and the speaker Pairing the wireless microphone with the speaker again There is no wired microphone sound There is acoustic feedback Reset Restarting the speaker Initializing the speaker Specifications Specifications 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 7: Main Unit

    Help Guide Wireless Speaker ULT TOWER 10 Main unit...
  • Page 8 (power) button with indicator ULT button Direct function keys (BLUETOOTH) with indicator OPTICAL IN TV SOUND BOOSTER AUDIO IN MULTI COLOR Lighting color selectors (red/yellow/green/blue/purple) KEY CONTROL (flat) with indicator/ (sharp) with indicator ECHO with indicator LIGHT –/+ (volume) (play) GUITAR button with indicator MIC and GUITAR level (MIN/MAX) knob MIC/GUITAR jack (Φ...
  • Page 9 The port, connector, and jacks on the speaker are not designed for water resistant. Do not use the speaker in places where the speaker is likely to have water splashed on it. When you are finished with using the speaker, be sure to securely close the caps. Related Topic Wireless microphone About the indicators 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 10 Help Guide Wireless Speaker ULT TOWER 10 Wireless microphone (power) button with indicator +/– (volume) buttons The + (volume) button has a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the wireless microphone. About replacing the batteries in the wireless microphone If the wireless microphone does not turn on, then the batteries may need to be replaced.
  • Page 11 Main unit About the indicators 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 12 To carry a speaker while it is powered on, turn the light (lighting function) off. If sand or dust adheres to the caster wheels' axles, or grass or lint gets wrapped around them, the caster wheels may malfunction. Related Topic Turning on/off the speaker’s light (Lighting function) 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 13 Firmly insert the end of the supplied AC power cord (mains lead) to the AC input jack on the rear side of the speaker, and then to an AC outlet. Related Topic Turning the power on 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 14: Turning The Power On

    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 Connecting the speaker to an AC outlet Turning on/off the speaker’s light (Lighting function) 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 15: Turning The Power Off

    (power) indicator in orange to indicate the BLUETOOTH standby function is active 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 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 16: Using The Wireless Microphone

    Help Guide Wireless Speaker ULT TOWER 10 Using the wireless microphone Insert the batteries into the wireless microphone. For details, see “About replacing the batteries in the wireless microphone” in Wireless microphone. Turn on the speaker and wireless microphone. The green (power) indicator on the wireless microphone changes from flashing to lit, indicating that the speaker and wireless microphone are connected.
  • Page 17 Related Topic Using an external wired microphone Neither the Karaoke function nor the DJ Control function are available for use while the TV Sound Booster function is activated There is acoustic feedback 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 18 Turn on the speaker. You hear the notification sound from the speaker, and the (power) indicator lights up in green. Tap [Music Center] on your smartphone, etc. to start up the application. Music Center Tap [ULT TOWER 10].
  • Page 19 When the BLUETOOTH standby function is activated, the (power) indicator lights up in orange while the speaker is turned off. Related Topic Connecting the speaker to an AC outlet Turning the power on About the indicators 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 20 When you are finished with using the speaker, be sure to securely close the caps. Related Topic Connecting the speaker to an AC outlet Turning the power on Auto Standby (power saving) function 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 21 (power) indicator flashes twice in orange. Hint You can turn on or off the Auto Standby function by using “Sony | Music Center.” Note Disabling this function will increase the power consumption because the product will not turn off automatically when not being used.
  • Page 22 Related Topic What you can do with “Sony | Music Center” 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 23 Do not hold the mic holders when carrying the speaker. Reduce the microphone volume level to the minimum level before placing the microphone in the mic holder. Related Topic Using the wireless microphone Using an external wired microphone 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 24 Help Guide Wireless Speaker ULT TOWER 10 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 25 Tap LIGHT on the speaker to turn on/off 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 26 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 27 Help Guide Wireless Speaker ULT TOWER 10 Connecting the speaker with a TV Place the speaker in the vertical orientation, and then connect an optical out jack on your TV and the OPTICAL IN (optical digital audio input) connector on the speaker with the supplied optical digital cable.
  • Page 28 Related Topic Listening to TV audio (with use of the TV Sound Booster function) Listening to TV audio (without use of the TV Sound Booster function) 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 29: Compatible Usb Devices

    When you are finished with using the speaker, be sure to securely close the caps. Connect a USB device to the PLAY/CHARGE OUTPUT port (USB). Tap USB on the speaker. Related Topic Listening to music of a USB device 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 30 For details on pairing and connection operations, see the related topics below. Related Topic Connecting to BLUETOOTH devices easily with “Sony | Music Center” via a BLUETOOTH connection Pairing and connecting with BLUETOOTH devices ®...
  • Page 31 Connecting to BLUETOOTH devices easily with “Sony | Music Center” via a BLUETOOTH connection Launch “Sony | Music Center” on your Android™ smartphone/iPhone to connect the speaker to a smartphone or iPhone. For details about “Sony | Music Center,” refer to the following URL: https://www.sony.net/smcqa/...
  • Page 32 Help Guide Wireless Speaker ULT TOWER 10 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 33 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 34 Depending on the BLUETOOTH device, the speaker may be reconnected with the device right after it is turned on. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your BLUETOOTH device. When the indicator stays lit The speaker has been connected to the BLUETOOTH device. To connect to other BLUETOOTH devices, follow one of the procedures below.
  • Page 35 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 “ULT TOWER 10.” If a passkey is required on the display of the BLUETOOTH device, enter “0000.”...
  • Page 36 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 37 Help Guide Wireless Speaker ULT TOWER 10 ® 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 38 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 39 To reconnect the speaker with one of the BLUETOOTH devices that have been paired with the speaker before, proceed to step The speaker will automatically be connected with the computer just by turning on the BLUETOOTH function on the computer. Depending on the BLUETOOTH device, the speaker may be reconnected with the device right after it is turned on.
  • Page 40 Wake the computer up if the computer is in standby (sleep) or hibernation mode. Register the speaker to the computer. On Windows 11 Click the [Start] button, then [Settings]. Click [Bluetooth & devices]. Click the [Bluetooth] switch to turn on the BLUETOOTH function, and then click [Add device].
  • Page 41 Select [ULT TOWER 10]. If a passkey* is required, enter “0000.” If [ULT TOWER 10] 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 voice, music] will be displayed on the screen.
  • Page 42 Select [ULT TOWER 10]. If a passkey* is required, enter “0000.” If [ULT TOWER 10] 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 43 Click the [Start] button, then [Settings]. Click [Devices]. Select [ULT TOWER 10] under “Audio” on the [Bluetooth & other devices] tab, and then click [Connect]. The icon on the screen may look different from what you actually see. When a BLUETOOTH connection is established, [Connected music] or [Connected voice, music] will be...
  • Page 44 Follow the on-screen instructions to establish a BLUETOOTH connection. When a BLUETOOTH connection is established, you hear the notification sound from the speaker and the activity of (BLUETOOTH) indicator changes from flashing to lit. If the connection attempt fails, repeat the procedure from step Hint The above instructions on the computer are provided as an example.
  • Page 45 Related Topic Connecting the speaker concurrently with 2 BLUETOOTH devices (multipoint connection) Listening to music of a device via a BLUETOOTH connection Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 46 Help Guide Wireless Speaker ULT TOWER 10 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 47 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 48 To reconnect the speaker with one of the BLUETOOTH devices that have been paired with the speaker before, proceed to step The speaker will automatically be connected with the computer just by turning on the BLUETOOTH function on the computer. Depending on the BLUETOOTH device, the speaker may be reconnected with the device right after it is turned on.
  • Page 49 Search for the speaker on the computer. Click [ (System Preferences)] - [Bluetooth] in the taskbar on the right-bottom of the screen. Select [ULT TOWER 10] from the Bluetooth screen, then click [Pair]. Follow the on-screen instructions to establish a BLUETOOTH connection.
  • Page 50 (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 [ULT TOWER 10] from [Output Device]. You can enjoy playing back music, etc. from your computer.
  • Page 51 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 a BLUETOOTH connection Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 52 Connect the speaker with the first BLUETOOTH device. For details about the BLUETOOTH connection procedure, see one of the following that is applicable to your device. Connecting to BLUETOOTH devices easily with “Sony | Music Center” via a BLUETOOTH connection Pairing and connecting with BLUETOOTH devices ®...
  • Page 53 Operate the second BLUETOOTH device to search for the speaker. Follow the on-screen instructions to establish a BLUETOOTH connection. When a BLUETOOTH connection is established, you hear the notification sound from the speaker and the activity of (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 a BLUETOOTH connection.
  • Page 54 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 55 Use the “Sony | Music Center” to make setup of the TV Sound Booster function. Be sure to install “Sony | Music Center” on your mobile device, such as a smartphone, in advance. Before using the TV Sound Booster function, place the speaker in the vertical orientation.
  • Page 56 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 57 Related Topic 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...
  • Page 58 Help Guide Wireless Speaker ULT TOWER 10 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. Tap OPTICAL IN on the speaker.
  • Page 59 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 of the speaker with “Sony | Music Center” as well. Related Topic Connecting the speaker with a TV Pairing and connecting with BLUETOOTH devices What you can do with “Sony | Music Center”...

  • Page 60: Listening To Music Of A Usb Device

    Connect a USB device to the PLAY/CHARGE OUTPUT port (USB). Tap USB on the speaker. (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 61 The port, connector, and jacks on the speaker are not designed for water resistant. Do not use the speaker in places where the speaker is likely to have water splashed on it. When you are finished with using the speaker, be sure to securely close the caps. Related Topic Connecting with a USB device 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 62 Help Guide Wireless Speaker ULT TOWER 10 Listening to music of a device via a BLUETOOTH connection You can enjoy listening to music of a BLUETOOTH device and operate it by the speaker via a BLUETOOTH connection if it supports the following BLUETOOTH profiles.
  • Page 63 Even after a connection is established with a BLUETOOTH device, audio from the connected BLUETOOTH device does not come out from the speaker unless the speaker is in BLUETOOTH mode. Start playback on the BLUETOOTH device. Adjust the volume by tapping –/+ (volume) on the speaker or operating the BLUETOOTH device. When you tap –/+ (volume) on the speaker or adjust the volume on the BLUETOOTH device, the (power) indicator flashes once or 3 times.
  • Page 64 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) Connecting the speaker to an AC outlet 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 65 When the speaker is connected with BLUETOOTH devices, all the connections are automatically disconnected and reestablished, and then the preference turns effective. When using “Sony | Music Center” Pair the speaker with a BLUETOOTH device, such as a smartphone. When a BLUETOOTH connection is established, you hear the notification sound from the speaker.
  • Page 66 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” Supported codecs 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 67: Supported Codecs

    AAC is mainly used by Apple products such as iPhone that can provide a higher sound quality than that of SBC. LDAC LDAC is an audio coding technology developed by Sony that enables transmission of High-Resolution (Hi-Res) Audio contents, even via BLUETOOTH connections.

  • Page 68: 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 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 69 You cannot perform the following operations when the BLUETOOTH function is set to off: Pair and/or connect with BLUETOOTH device. Use “Sony | Music Center.” When the wireless microphone is connected to the speaker, turning off the BLUETOOTH function of the speaker disconnects...
  • Page 70 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 71 Help Guide Wireless Speaker ULT TOWER 10 Listening to music of a portable audio device, etc. through a wired connection You can use the speaker by connecting a portable audio device, etc., to the speaker using an audio cable (commercially available).
  • Page 72 Tap 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 73 The port, connector, and jacks on the speaker are not designed for water resistant. Do not use the speaker in places where the speaker is likely to have water splashed on it. When you are finished with using the speaker, be sure to securely close the caps. Related Topic Auto Standby (power saving) function 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 74 ULT2: Emphasizes the sense of power even more than ULT1. Off: Turns off the ULT POWER SOUND setting. Use “Sony | Music Center.” On “Sony | Music Center,” tap [ULT TOWER 10] - [Settings] - [Sound] - [Sound Effect], then select one of [OFF], [ULT1], or [ULT2]. Hint The default setting (ULT1 or ULT2) varies depending on the country or region.
  • Page 75 At the time of purchase, Sound Field Optimization is set to on. To set Sound Field Optimization to on On “Sony | Music Center,” tap [ULT TOWER 10] - [Settings] - [Sound] - [Sound Field Optimization], and then set it to on. Note In some cases, the surrounding noise may prevent the sound from being optimized.
  • Page 76 ULT TOWER 10 Listening to music wirelessly with 2 speakers (Stereo Pair function) To use the Stereo Pair function, 2 ULT TOWER 10 speakers are required. By connecting 2 speakers via a BLUETOOTH connection, you can enjoy more powerful sound.
  • Page 77 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.
  • Page 78 To set up the Party Connect function directly on the speaker instead of using “Sony | Music Center” If you cannot set up the Party Connect function by using “Sony | Music Center,” update the software of the speaker to the latest version.
  • Page 79 The TV connected to the OPTICAL IN connector 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 80 Help Guide Wireless Speaker ULT TOWER 10 Using an external wired 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 and GUITAR level knob to MIN to reduce the microphone volume level.
  • Page 81 When you are finished with using the speaker, be sure to securely close the caps. Related Topic Using the wireless microphone Neither the Karaoke function nor the DJ Control function are available for use while the TV Sound Booster function is activated There is acoustic feedback 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 82 Help Guide Wireless Speaker ULT TOWER 10 Enjoying sound from a guitar You can listen to sound from your guitar by connecting it to the MIC/GUITAR jack (Φ 6.3 mm) on the speaker. By connecting the wireless microphone to the speaker, you can play the guitar and sing along as well.
  • Page 83 Related Topic Neither the Karaoke function nor the DJ Control function are available for use while the TV Sound Booster function is activated 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 84 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 85 Related Topic Installing “Sony | Music Center” Connecting the speaker to an AC outlet 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)
  • Page 86 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 87: Available Controls

    Wireless Speaker ULT TOWER 10 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.) in the music being played.
  • Page 88 You can enjoy various features including Karaoke, Voice Control, Party Light, and Party Playlist. Hint What you can control with “Fiestable” varies depending on the connected device. The specification and design of the app may change without notice. 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 89 Download “Fiestable” from Google Play (Play Store) or the App Store and install it. When the installation is complete, start “Fiestable” from the “Sony | Music Center” screen. Note Be sure to use the latest version of “Fiestable.”...

  • Page 90: About The Indicators

    Help Guide Wireless Speaker ULT TOWER 10 About the indicators Main unit (power) indicator Unlit The speaker is turned off. Lit (green) The speaker is turned on. Lit (orange) The speaker is turned off. The BLUETOOTH standby function is activated.
  • Page 91 (orange) the speaker. Triple flashing Updating software in the wireless microphone. (green) The software update was canceled by “Sony | Music Center.” Quadruple flashing The software update for the speaker or the wireless microphone failed. (orange) Depending on the situation, you may not be able to see all flashing patterns.
  • Page 92 Unlit The BLUETOOTH function is not activated on the speaker. The speaker is connected to a BLUETOOTH device. The software update was canceled by “Sony | Music Center.” The software update failed. Flashes When the speaker is turned on for the first time after the software update, the blue (BLUETOOTH) and green (power) indicators flash simultaneously 3 times.
  • Page 93 The speaker is waiting for a BLUETOOTH device to connect to. Slow flashing Multi color indicator (ULT button) The sound mode is set to ULT1 or ULT2. Unlit The sound mode is set to other than ULT1 or ULT2. GUITAR indicator (white) The speaker is in guitar mode.

  • Page 94: Wireless Microphone

    Tapping KEY CONTROL (flat) on the speaker makes the indicator flash once. Flashing While the key control level for the (flat) notes is set to –6, tapping KEY CONTROL (flat) on the speaker makes the indicator flash 3 times. KEY CONTROL (sharp) indicator (white) The key control level for the (sharp) notes is set to a level between +1 to +6.
  • Page 95 Related Topic Main unit What you can do with “Sony | Music Center” 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 96 Music Center Tap [ULT TOWER 10]. 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 on the speaker changes (from 5 flashes to 4 flashes, a single flash, and then unlit).
  • Page 97 (power) indicator on the wireless microphone lights up in orange, the wireless microphone software cannot be updated because the battery level is low. Replace the batteries with 2 new ones. You cannot check the software version of the wireless microphone on “Sony | Music Center.” Related Topic...

  • Page 98: Other Notes

    Help Guide Wireless Speaker ULT TOWER 10 Precautions On safety Refer to the Reference Guide supplied with the speaker. Important information such as the model name is located on the inner surface of the cap on the rear side of the speaker.
  • Page 99 If sand or dust adheres to the caster wheels' axles, or grass or lint gets wrapped around them, the caster wheels may malfunction. If you have any questions or problems concerning this speaker that are not covered in this manual, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 100 Depending on the type of dirt, it may not be possible to remove it. Note If the surface of the speaker gets dirty, do not use detergent, thinner, benzine, alcohol, etc. to clean the speaker. 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 101: About The Bluetooth Wireless Technology

    Help Guide Wireless Speaker ULT TOWER 10 About the BLUETOOTH wireless technology The BLUETOOTH wireless technology is a short-range wireless technology that enables communication between digital devices, such as smartphones and computers. Supported version and profiles of the BLUETOOTH standard A profile is a set of functions standardized for every characteristic of BLUETOOTH devices.
  • Page 102 A device with a built-in radio or tuner cannot be connected to the speaker via a BLUETOOTH connection since noise may occur in broadcasts. Locate the speaker farther away from a TV, radio or tuner, etc. since noise may occur in broadcasts. 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 103: Frequency Band

    A wireless LAN device is in use near the speaker. A microwave oven is in use near the speaker. A device that generates electromagnetic radiation is in use near the speaker. Frequency band 2.4 GHz band (2.400 0 GHz - 2.483 5 GHz) 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 104 ULT TOWER 10 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.
  • Page 105 Sony Group Corporation and its subsidiaries is under license. LDAC and LDAC logo are trademarks of Sony Group Corporation or its affiliates. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. In this manual, ™...

  • Page 106: What Can I Do To Solve A Problem

    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. For repairs, both the speaker and wireless microphone will be required. Related Topic Restarting the speaker Initializing the speaker...
  • Page 107 AC power cord (mains lead), wait for a while, plug in the AC power cord (mains lead), and then turn on the speaker again. Related Topic Connecting the speaker to an AC outlet Auto Standby (power saving) function There is acoustic feedback 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 108 Help Guide Wireless Speaker ULT TOWER 10 No sound/Sound from only one speaker/Low sound level/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 109 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 a BLUETOOTH connection, uninstall “Sony | Music Center”...

  • Page 110: Sound Becomes Low While In Use

    If the sound becomes low while in use, turn off the speaker, disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead), wait for a while, plug in the AC power cord (mains lead), and then restart the speaker. Related Topic Connecting the speaker to an AC outlet 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 111 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 112 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 113 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 114 TV Sound Booster function is activated While the TV Sound Booster function is activated, microphone/guitar input and the DJ Control function are disabled. To use any of them, deactivate the TV Sound Booster function. 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 115 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 116 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 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 117 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. 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 118: 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 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 119 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 a BLUETOOTH connection (Codec) 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 120 (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 121 (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 122 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 123 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) 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 124 Insert the batteries with the + and – facing the correct way. Batteries are depleted. Replace the batteries with 2 new ones. The wireless microphone automatically turns off when it is left unused for 5 minutes. This function cannot be disabled. Related Topic Wireless microphone 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 125 The wireless microphone function may be set to off. Check the (BLUETOOTH) indicator on the speaker. If the (BLUETOOTH) indicator on the speaker is unlit, touch and hold – (volume) and (BLUETOOTH) on the speaker simultaneously for about 5 seconds. Related Topic Wireless microphone 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 126 Howling may occur as you bring the microphone near the speaker. Wireless microphones other than the supplied wireless microphone (YY7860E) cannot be connected to the speaker. Multiple wireless microphones cannot be connected to the speaker at the same time. Related Topic Wireless microphone 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 127 Help Guide Wireless Speaker ULT TOWER 10 There is no wired microphone sound Turn the MIC and GUITAR level knob to adjust the microphone volume. Make sure that the microphone is turned on. 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 128 In that case, disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead), wait for a while, plug in the AC power cord (mains lead), and then turn on the speaker again. 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 129 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. 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 130: 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 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 131: Specifications

    Help Guide Wireless Speaker ULT TOWER 10 Specifications Wireless Speaker (YY7857E) Speaker Speaker system 3-way, Bass reflex Speaker unit Woofer unit: Approx. 320 mm × 320 mm (12.6 in × 12.6 in) (1) Midrange unit: Approx. 80 mm (3.2 in) dia. (2) Tweeter unit: Approx.
  • Page 132 Approx. 50 mm × 233 mm × 50 mm (2.0 in × 9.2 in × 2.0 in) (w/h/d) Mass (including battery) Approx. 280 g (10 oz) The actual battery life may differ from the listed time due to the surrounding temperature and usage conditions, and the type and manufacturer of the batteries. 5-056-577-11(2) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation...

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