Sony SRS-BTX500 Instruction & Operation Manual

Personal Audio System
Operating Instructions
©2013 Sony Corporation Printed in China
SRS-BTX500
English Personal Audio System
What is Bluetooth
Before operating the system, please read this guide
Wireless Technology?
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
WARNING
Bluetooth wireless technology is a short-range wireless
technology that enables wireless data communication
between digital devices, such as a computer and digital
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
camera. Bluetooth wireless technology operates within a range
expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
of about 10 m.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation of the Connecting two devices as necessary is common, but some
devices can be connected to multiple devices at the same
apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. And do
time.
not place lighted candles on the apparatus.
You do not need to use a cable for connection, nor is it
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this
necessary for the devices to face one another, such is the case
apparatus to dripping or splashing, and do not place objects
with infrared technology. For example, you can use such a
filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
device in a bag or pocket.
Bluetooth standard is an international standard supported by
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a
thousands of companies all over the world, and employed by
bookcase or built-in cabinet.
various companies worldwide.
Do not expose the batteries (battery pack or batteries
Communication system and
installed) to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like for
compatible Bluetooth profiles of the
a long time.
system
As the main plug of AC adaptor is used to disconnect the AC
adaptor from the mains, connect it to an easily accessible AC
Profile is standardisation of the function for each Bluetooth
outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in it, disconnect it
device specification. The system supports the following
from the AC outlet immediately.
Bluetooth version and profiles:
Communication System:
The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source
Bluetooth Specification version 3.0
(mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the
Compatible Bluetooth Profiles:
unit itself has been turned off.
– A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile): Transmitting
or receiving audio content of high-quality.
The nameplate and important information concerning safety
– AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile): Controlling
are located on the bottom exterior of the main unit and on the
surface of the AC adaptor. the volume.
–
HSP (Headset Profile): Talking on the phone/Operating the
On Copyrights and Licenses
phone.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the –
HFP (Hands-free Profile): Talking on the phone/Operating
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony
the phone by hands-free.
Corporation is under license.
Maximum communication range
The N Mark is a trademark or registered trademark of NFC
Forum, Inc. in the United States and in other countries.
Use Bluetooth devices within 10 m (line of sight) of the system.
Android is a trademark of Google Inc.
Maximum communication range may shorten under the
iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and
following conditions.
other countries.
– There is an obstacle such as a person, metal, or wall
Other trademarks and trade names are those of their
between the system and Bluetooth device.
respective owners.
– A wireless LAN device is in use near the system.
– A microwave oven is in use near the system.
Precautions
– A device that generates electromagnetic radiation is in
use near the system.
Notes when using with a mobile phone
Interference from other devices
 For details on operation of your mobile phone when
receiving a telephone call while transmitting the sound
Because Bluetooth devices and wireless LAN (IEEE802.11b/g)
using the Bluetooth connection, refer to the operating
use the same frequency, microwave interference may occur
instructions supplied with the mobile phone.
and resulting in communication speed deterioration, noise, or
invalid connection if the system is used near a wireless LAN
On safety
device. In such a case, perform the following.
– Use the system at least 10 m away from the wireless LAN
Notes on the AC adaptor
device.
 When connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor, turn off
– If the system is used within 10 m of a wireless LAN device,
the system beforehand. Otherwise, it may cause
turn off the wireless LAN device.
malfunction.
Interference to other devices
 Use only the supplied AC adaptor. To avoid damaging the
system, do not use any other AC adaptor.
Microwaves emitting from a Bluetooth device may affect the
operation of electronic medical devices. Turn off the system
and other Bluetooth devices in the following locations, as it
may cause an accident.
–
where inflammable gas is present, in a hospital, train,
Polarity of the plug
airplane, or a gas station
 Plug the AC adaptor into a nearby wall outlet (mains). In the
–
near automatic doors or a fire alarm
case of a problem, unplug it from the wall outlet (mains)
immediately. Notes
 Do not install the AC adaptor in a confined space, such as a
 To be able to use the Bluetooth function, the Bluetooth
bookcase or built-in cabinet.
device to be connected requires the same profile as the
 To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the
system's.
AC adaptor to dripping or splashing, and do not place
Note also that even if the same profile exists, devices may
objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the AC adaptor.
vary in function depending on their specifications.
 Due to the characteristic of Bluetooth wireless technology,
On placement
the sound played on the system is slightly delayed from the
 Do not set the speaker in an inclined position.
sound played on the Bluetooth device during talking on the
 Do not leave the system in a location near heat sources, or
telephone or listening to the music.
in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust,
 This system supports security capabilities that comply with
moisture, rain or mechanical shock.
the Bluetooth standard to provide a secure connection
when the Bluetooth wireless technology is used, but
On operation
security may not be enough depending on the setting. Be
 Do not insert any small objects, etc., into the jacks or
careful when communicating using Bluetooth wireless
ventilation hole on the rear of the system. The system may
technology.
short out or malfunction.
 We do not take any responsibility for the leakage of
information during Bluetooth communication.
On cleaning
 A device featuring the Bluetooth function is required to
 Do not use alcohol, benzine, or thinner to clean the cabinet.
conform to the Bluetooth standard specified by Bluetooth
SIG, and be authenticated. Even if the connected device
Others
conforms to the above mentioned Bluetooth standard,
 If you have any questions or problems concerning this
some devices may not be connected or work correctly,
system that are not covered in this manual, please consult
depending on the features or specifications of the device.
your nearest Sony dealer.
 Noise or sound skips may occur depending on the Bluetooth
device connected with the system, the communication
environment or the usage environment.
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VOLUME −/+
buttons
(call) button
BATTERY/CHARGE
indicator
N-mark
Illumination lamp
DC IN15V AUDIO IN jack
jack
Function of Parts
BATTERY/CHARGE indicator
Lights up, flashes or turns off depending on the status of
the system.
For details, see the following section, "Indications of BATTERY/
CHARGE indicator. "
N-mark
Touch to make Bluetooth connection with an NFC
compatible smartphone.
(call) button
Press to call or operate during a call.
VOLUME −/+ buttons
Adjusts the volume.
Illumination lamp
Lights up in a variety of colors depending on the status of
the system. For details, see the following section,
"Indications of Illumination lamp. "
Microphone
Use during a call.
Stand
Open to use the system.
DC IN 15V jack
Connects the supplied AC adaptor.
AUDIO IN jack
Connects to the headphone jack of a portable audio device,
computer, etc., using a connecting cord (not supplied).
BLUETOOTH STANDBY switch
Turns on and off the Bluetooth standby mode.
RESET button
Resets the system.
DC OUT ONLY connector (USB)
Charges devices, such as your smartphone, etc. by
connecting to the DC OUT ONLY connector (USB connector).
SOUND button
Press to select a sound effect.
SOUND indicator
Lights up, according to the sound effect setting.
AUDIO IN button
Press to listen to sound from a device connected by a
connecting cord (not supplied).
AUDIO IN indicator (amber)
Lights up in AUDIO IN mode.
BLUETOOTH-PAIRING button
Press to pair with a Bluetooth device.
Bluetooth indicator (blue)
Lights up, flashes or turns off depending on the
communication status.
For details, see the following section, "Indications of the
Bluetooth function. "
/ button
Turns the system on/off.
Indications of BATTERY/CHARGE
indicator (built-in lithium-ion battery)
Status BATTERY/CHARGE indicator
System turned on Lights up (green) (battery
operation only)
Battery requires charging Flashes (green)
Charging battery Lights up (amber)
Off
Charging complete
Indications of Illumination lamp
Status Illumination lamp
AUDIO IN mode Lights up (white)
Lights up (white)
Searching for a device
Lights up (blue)
Connecting to Bluetooth
device
Pressing VOLUME−/+ Flashes once (white)
buttons
When the volume hits the Flashes three times (white)
maximum or minimum
Tip
 To turn the illumination on/off, hold down the
BLUETOOTH-PAIRING button, then press and hold the /
button.
Indications of the Bluetooth function
Status Bluetooth indicator (blue)
Pairing with a device Flashes quickly
Searching for a device Flashes
Connected to a device Lights up
Bluetooth standby mode Flashes slowly
SOUND button/
indicator
AUDIO IN button/
indicator
BLUETOOTH -PAIRING
button
Bluetooth indicator
/ button
Microphone
Stand
BLUETOOTH RESET DC OUT ONLY
STANDBY switch button connector (USB)
Opening the Stand
The system stands itself by opening the stand.
To close the stand
Close the stand to the opposite way of arrow.
Turning the System on
and off/Charging the
system
This system can operate by AC adaptor or built-in lithium-ion
battery (rechargeable). Charge the battery before using the
system for the first time.
1
Connect the supplied AC adaptor.
The BATTERY/CHARGE indicator (amber) lights up when
the battery is being charged, and turns off when charging
is complete. It takes approximately 4 hours to charge the
battery.
2
Press the / button.
Tip
 You can operate the system by battery instead of the AC adaptor
by charging the system before use.
Notes
 When the BATTERY/CHARGE indicator flashes as below,
charge the system. In these cases, you cannot charge
devices via the DC OUT ONLY connector.
– Flashes (green) (Battery power is low).
–
Flashes (amber), then turns off after turning on the system
(No battery power remaining).
 When you switch the power source between AC adaptor
and battery by connecting/disconnecting the AC adaptor,
the system stops sound output for a short while. This is not
a malfunction.
 The maximum power output will be lower when the AC
adaptor is disconnected.
 In an extremely cold or hot environment, note the following Pattern B
points.
Connecting with a paired
– When operating by the AC adaptor, charging may complete
too quickly, or may not be possible.
Bluetooth device
– When operating on battery only, the system may stop after
the BATTERY/CHARGE indicator flashes (green) three times.
 Charge the battery at least twice a year.
1
Turn on the system.
 Repeated recharging causes the capacity of the battery to
The Bluetooth indicator (blue) flashes.
decrease over time. When the battery life drops to half the
If the AUDIO IN indicator (amber) lights up, press the
usual time, even after a full charge, contact your nearest
BLUETOOTH-PAIRING button.
Sony dealer to replace the battery.
2
To reset the system Set the Bluetooth function of the Bluetooth
device to on.
Press the RESET button on the rear of the system with a
pointed object if the buttons on the system do not function.
Tip
 In the case of the last-connected Bluetooth device, the
system tries to re-establish Bluetooth connection with it if
How to Make Wireless
the device's Bluetooth function is on. When Bluetooth
connection is established, the Bluetooth indicator (blue) on
Connection with
the system stays on.
3
Select "SRS-BTX500" shown in the display of
Bluetooth Devices
the Bluetooth device.
If necessary, select a Bluetooth profile that the system
You can enjoy music and hands-free calling with the system
supports from the following: A2DP, HSP or HFP. For details
wirelessly by using your device's Bluetooth function.
on each profile, see "What is Bluetooth Wireless Technology?"
Choose one of the following three connection methods, best
The Bluetooth connection is established and the Bluetooth
suited for the Bluetooth device. For details on how to operate
indicator (blue) on the system stays on.
your device, refer to the operating instructions supplied with
the device. Notes
 This step may not be necessary for some devices.
Pairing with a Bluetooth device:
 If the system cannot connect to the Bluetooth device, delete
see
Pattern A
"SRS-BTX500" from the Bluetooth device, then perform
pairing again.
Bluetooth devices need to be "paired" with each other
beforehand. Bluetooth standby mode
Connecting with a paired device:
When the Bluetooth standby mode is set to ON, the system can
see
Pattern B be turned on and operated by a Bluetooth device.
To listen to music with a Bluetooth device that has been
paired, see this pattern.
One touch connection with a smartphone (NFC):
see
Pattern C
Using an NFC compatible smartphone, you can establish a
Bluetooth connection by just touching the system with it.
Check the following before operating the system.
 Both the system and the device are placed within 1 m of
each other.
 The system is connected to the AC adaptor, or the battery is
sufficiently charged.
 The operating instructions supplied with the device are at
hand.
Pattern A
Pairing and connecting with a
Bluetooth device
1
Turn on the system.
Note
The Bluetooth indicator (blue) flashes.
 If the system is being powered by battery, even if the
If the AUDIO IN indicator (amber) lights up, press the
system is turned off, battery power will continue to be
BLUETOOTH-PAIRING button.
consumed if the BLUETOOTH STANDBY switch is set to ON.
2
Set the Bluetooth function of the Bluetooth
Pattern C
device to on.
Connecting with a smartphone
For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied
with the device.
by One touch (NFC)
3
Press and hold the BLUETOOTH-PAIRING
By just touching the system with an NFC compatible
button on the system until two beeps are
smartphone, the system is turned on automatically and then
heard.
paired and connected with the smartphone.
The Bluetooth indicator (blue) begins to flash quickly and
1
Download and install the app "NFC Easy
pairing mode is entered.
Connect" on the smartphone.
Tip
"NFC Easy Connect" is an original app by Sony for Android
 When the system is turned on first time, the Bluetooth
phones, and is available at Google Play Store.
indicator (blue) starts flashing quickly.
Search for "NFC Easy Connect" or scan the following two-
dimensional code to download and install the free app.
Communication fees are required to download the app.
The app may not be downloadable in some country/
regions.
Tip
 For some smartphones, One touch connection may be
available without downloading the app "NFC Easy Connect. "
In that case, the operation and specifications may be
different from the description here. For details, refer to the
operating instructions supplied with the smartphone.
By the two-dimensional code:
Use a two-dimensional code reader app.
Flashes
quickly
4
Perform the pairing procedure on the
Compatible smartphones
Bluetooth device to detect the system.
 Smartphones with the NFC function built-in
(OS: Android 2.3.3 or later, excluding Android 3.x)
5
Select "SRS-BTX500" shown in the display of
the Bluetooth device.
About NFC
If "SRS- BTX500" does not appear on the device's display,
NFC (Near Field Communication) is a technology enabling
repeat from step 2.
short-range wireless communication between various
devices, such as mobile phones and IC tags. Thanks to the
Note
NFC function, data communication can be achieved easily
 Some devices cannot display a list of detected devices.
just by touching the relevant symbol or designated
6
If Passcode* input is required on the display
location on NFC compatible devices.
of the Bluetooth device, input "0000. "
2
Start the app "NFC Easy Connect" on the
The Bluetooth connection is established and the Bluetooth
smartphone.
indicator (blue) on the system stays on.
Make sure that the application screen is displayed.
* Passcode may be called "Passkey, " "PIN code, " "PIN
number, " or "Password. " 3
Touch the system with the smartphone.
Tip Keep touching the smartphone on the N marked part of
the system until the smartphone vibrates.
 To pair with other Bluetooth devices, repeat steps 2 to 6 for each
device.
Smartphone vibrates
(system recognized)
Notes
 Pairing mode of the system is cancelled after about 5 minutes,
and the Bluetooth indicator (blue) flashes. If the pairing mode is
cancelled while performing this procedure, start over from step
3.
 Passcode of the system is fixed as "0000. " The system cannot be
paired with a Bluetooth device whose Passcode is not "0000. "
 Once Bluetooth devices are paired, there is no need to pair those
devices again. However, in the following case, you will need to
perform the pairing procedure again.
– The system is paired with 9 or more devices.
The system can be paired with up to 8 Bluetooth devices. If a
new device is paired after 8 devices have been paired, the
device whose latest connection time is the oldest among the
8 paired devices is replaced by the new one.
 More than one device can be paired with the system, but sound
will be heard from just one of those devices.
Follow the on-screen instructions to establish the
connection.
When the Bluetooth connection is established, the
Bluetooth indicator (blue) stays on.
Tips
 If it is difficult to establish the connection, try the following.
– Activate the app "NFC Easy Connect" and move the
smartphone slightly on the N marked part of the system.
– If the smartphone is in a case, remove it.
 Touch the system with the smartphone again to disconnect.
 If you have multiple NFC compatible devices, just touch the
smartphone to a different device to switch the connection
to that device. For example, when your smartphone is
connected with NFC compatible headphones, just touch the
smartphone to the system to change the Bluetooth
connection to the system (One touch connection switching).
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