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Personal audio system

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Note that even when file name has the correct file
Playing a file of the USB device
extension, if the actual file differs, the system may produce
noise or may malfunction.
ˎDisconnect the USB device after stopping playback.
The audio format that can be played back on this
system is MP3/WMA*/AAC*/WAV.
To use the system as a battery charger
*
Files with DRM (Digital Rights Management) copyright
You can use the system as a battery charger for
protection or files downloaded from an online music store
USB devices that have a rechargeable function
cannot be played on this system. If you try to play one of
when the system is on.
these files, the system plays the next unprotected audio
file.
Press USB FUNCTION
on the remote or press
Check the websites below for the information
FUNCTION
on the unit repeatedly until "USB"
about compatible USB devices.
appears in the display
.
The charging begins when the USB device is
For customers in Europe:
connected to the USB port
. The charge status
http://support.sony-europe.com/
For customers in Latin America:
appears on the USB device display. For details, see
the user's guide of your USB device.
http://www.sony-latin.com/index.crp
For customers in other countries/regions:
http://www.sony-asia.com/support
1
Playing the iPod/iPhone
Press USB FUNCTION
on the remote or
press FUNCTION
on the unit repeatedly
until "USB" appears in the display
.
1
Press USB FUNCTION
on the remote or
2
press FUNCTION
on the unit repeatedly
Connect the USB device to the USB port
on
until "USB" appears in the display
.
the unit.
2
If the system does not recognize the USB
Connect the iPod/iPhone to the USB port
device, disconnect the USB device and
on the unit using the USB cable supplied with
reconnect it.
the iPod/iPhone.
"USB" in the display
changes to "iPod."
3
Press 
on the remote or 
on the
unit to start playback.
If the display does not change to "iPod,"
disconnect the iPod/iPhone and reconnect it.
Other operations
3
Press 
on the remote or 
on the
To
Press
unit to start playback.
Press 
Pause playback
on the remote or
To control the iPod/iPhone
on the unit. To resume
play, press the button again.
To
Press
 (stop)
Stop playback
. To resume play,
Pause playback
Press 
on the remote or
press 
on the remote
on the unit.
or 
on the unit.*
To
1
 (stop)
Stop playback
.
cancel resume play, press 
 (go back)/ (go
Select a track
again*
2
.
or chapter of
forward)
.
Select a folder
+/
(
+/
on the
audiobook/
unit) repeatedly.
podcast
Select a file
 (go back)/ (go
Find a point in a
Hold down  (rewind)/
forward)
.
track or chapter
(fast forward)
(/
Hold down  (rewind)/
of audiobook/
on the unit) during playback,
Find a point in
podcast
and release the button at the
a file
(fast forward)
(/
on the unit) during playback,
desired point.
and release the button at the
desired point.
To use the system as a battery charger
Select Repeat
REPEAT
repeatedly until
You can use the system as a battery charger for
an iPod/iPhone when the system is on.
Play
" " (repeat all tracks) or "
"
(repeat one track) appears.
Press USB FUNCTION
on the remote or press
FUNCTION
on the unit repeatedly until "USB"
*
1
When playing a VBR MP3/WMA file, the system may
appears in the display
.
resume playback from a different point.
Connect the iPod/iPhone to the USB port
*
2
Resume play returns to the top folder.
when the iPod/iPhone player is stopped, and the
To change the play mode
charging begins. The charging status appears on
Press PLAY MODE
repeatedly. You can select
the iPod/iPhone display.
Normal Play mode (playback in sequence of all
For details, see the user's guide of your iPod/
files on the USB device), Folder Play mode ("FLDR"
iPhone.
for all files in the specified folder on the USB
To stop charging an iPod/iPhone
device), or Shuffle Play mode ("SHUF").
Remove the iPod/iPhone.
Notes on the play mode
ˎWhen you select Shuffle Play mode "SHUF," the system
Note on charging an iPod/iPhone
You cannot charge the iPod/iPhone when the system is
shuffle-plays all audio files on the connected USB device
in random order. Shuffle Play mode may play the same file
off. Some iPod/iPhone may not be charged owing to their
characteristics.
repeatedly.
ˎWhen the play mode is set to Folder Play mode, "
" is not
Notes
available.
ˎTurn the "Shake to Shuffle" function off on the iPod/iPhone
ˎWhen the play mode is set to Shuffle Play mode, the repeat
to avoid unexpected track changes when listening to music
function is not available.
at high volumes.
ˎWhen repeat play is set, Shuffle Play mode is not available.
ˎIf the battery of the iPod/iPhone is empty, the system may
When repeat play is set to "
," Folder Play mode is not
not recognize it. In such a case, recharge it with a computer,
available.
etc. then connect it to the system.
ˎWhen you turn off the system, the selected Shuffle Play
ˎThe performance of the system may vary, depending on the
mode ("SHUF") is cleared and the play mode returns to
specifications of your iPod/iPhone.
Normal Play mode.
ˎHold down /
to fast-rewind (or fast-forward)
Note on Repeat play
while playing video if /
does not function.
ˎTo change the volume, press VOLUME +/
 
If you select " " when the system is in Normal Play mode,
on the
the system executes repeat play of all audio files on the USB
remote or turn the volume dial
on the unit. The volume
device until you stop playback. If you select " " when the
level does not change if you adjust it on the iPod/iPhone.
system is in Folder Play mode, the system executes repeat
ˎTo use an iPod/iPhone, refer to the user's guide of your
play of all audio files in the selected folder until you stop
iPod/iPhone.
playback.
ˎSony cannot accept responsibility in the event that data
recorded to iPod/iPhone is lost or damaged when using an
Notes
iPod/iPhone with this system.
ˎWhen USB cable connection is necessary, connect the USB
cable supplied with the USB device. See the operation
manual supplied with the USB device for details on the
operation method.
Listening to the radio
ˎIt may take about 10 seconds before "READING" appears
depending on the type of USB device connected.
ˎDo not connect the system and the USB device through a
1
Press TUNER FUNCTION
on the remote or
USB hub.
press FUNCTION
on the unit repeatedly
ˎWhen the USB device is connected, the system reads all the
files on the USB device. If there are many folders or files on
until "FM" appears in the display
.
the USB device, it may take a long time to finish reading the
2
USB device.
Perform tuning.
ˎWith some connected USB devices, after an operation is
For automatic scanning
performed, there may be a delay before it is performed by
this system.
Press TUNING MODE
repeatedly until
ˎCompatibility with all encoding/writing software cannot be
"AUTO" appears, and then press TUNING +/
guaranteed. If audio files on the USB device were originally
. Scanning stops automatically and "ST" (for
encoded with incompatible software, those files may
produce noise or interrupted sound, or may not be played
stereo programs only) light up in the display
back at all.
when a station is found.
ˎThis system cannot play audio files on the USB device in the
following cases;
 when the total number of audio files in a folder exceeds
256.
 when the total number of audio files on a USB device
The scanning does not stop, press 
to stop
exceeds 65,536.
scanning, then perform manual tuning (below).
 when the total number of folders on a USB device
When you tune to an FM station that provides
exceeds 256 (including the "ROOT" folder and empty
folders).
RDS services, information such as the
These numbers may vary depending on the file and folder
service name or station name is provided by
structure. Do not save other types of files or unnecessary
broadcasts.
folders on a USB device that has audio files.
ˎThe system can play back to a depth of 8 folders only.
For manual tuning
ˎThis system does not necessarily support all the functions
provided with a connected USB device.
Press TUNING MODE
repeatedly until
ˎResume play will be cancelled when you disconnect the
"MANUAL" appears, and then press TUNING
power cord.
+/
repeatedly to tune to the desired
ˎFolders that have no audio files are skipped.
station.
ˎThe audio formats that you can listen to with this system
are as follows:
Tip
 MP3: file extension ".mp3"
To reduce static noise on a weak FM stereo station, press
 WMA: file extension ".wma"
FM MODE
repeatedly until "MONO" appears to turn off
 AAC: file extension ".m4a"
stereo reception. You will lose stereo effect, but reception will
 WAV: file extension ".wav"
improve.
Presetting radio stations
Changing the display
1
Tune to the desired station.
2
Press TUNER MEMORY
to select the tuner
To
Press
memory mode.
Change
DISPLAY
repeatedly when the
Preset number
information in
system is on.
the display
1)
Change Display
DISPLAY
repeatedly when the
mode (see
system is off.
2)
below.)
3
Press TUNING +/
or /
repeatedly to
select the desired preset number.
1)
You can view the following information:
 The elapsed playing time, file name and folder name.
If another station is already assigned to the
 The title, artist and album information.
selected preset number, the station is replaced
2)
The STANDBY indicator
on the unit lights up when the
by the new station.
system is off.
4
The system offers the following display modes.
Press
to store the station.
5
Display mode
When the system is off
Repeat steps 1 through 4 to store other
1)
stations.
Demonstration
The demonstration is turned on.
You can preset up to 20 FM stations.
Power Saving
The display is turned off to
mode
2)
conserve power. The timer and
To tune in to a preset radio station
clock continue to operate.
If you registered a radio station to a preset
Clock
3)
The clock is displayed.
number 1 to 6, the radio station will be tuned in by
1)
The STANDBY indicator
on the unit lights up when the
just pressing the TUNER MEMORY NUMBER (1 to
system is off.
6)
when the system function is set to FM.
You cannot set the clock in Power Saving mode.
2)
3)
The clock display automatically turns to Power Saving mode
If you registered a radio station to a preset
after 8 seconds.
number 7 or higher, press TUNING MODE
repeatedly until "PRESET" appears then press
Notes in the display information
ˎCharacters that cannot be displayed appear as "_."
TUNING +/
repeatedly to select the desired
ˎTotal playing time for a USB device is not displayed.
preset number.
ˎThe following are not displayed correctly;
 elapsed playing time of an MP3 file encoded using VBR
(variable bit rate).
 folder and file names that do not follow either the
Using optional audio
ISO9660 Level 1, Level 2 or Joliet in the expansion format.
components
ˎID3 tag information for MP3 files is displayed when ID3
version 1 and version 2 tags are used (ID3 version 2 tag
information display has priority when both ID3 version 1 and
1
Prepare the sound source.
version 2 tags are used for a single MP3 file).
Connect additional audio component to the
AUDIO IN jack
on the unit using an audio
analog cord (not supplied).
Using the timers
2
Adjust the volume level to minimum.
The system offers 2 timer functions. If you use
Press VOLUME 
on the remote repeatedly
both timers, the Sleep Timer has priority.
or turn the volume dial
on the unit
counterclockwise until "VOL MIN" appears in
Sleep Timer:
the display
.
You can fall asleep to music. This function works
3
even if the clock is not set.
Press AUDIO IN FUNCTION
on the remote
or press FUNCTION
on the unit repeatedly
Press SLEEP
repeatedly to select the desired
until "AUDIO IN" appears in the display
.
time.
4
Start playback.
To cancel the Sleep Timer, press SLEEP
repeatedly until "OFF" appears.
Start playback of the connected component
and adjust the volume.
Play Timer:
You can wake up to FM reception or USB device at
Note
a preset time. Make sure you have set the clock.
The system may enter Standby mode automatically if the
volume level of the connected component is too low. Adjust
1
Prepare the sound source.
the component's volume accordingly. See "Setting the
automatic standby function."
Prepare the sound source, and then press
VOLUME +/  on the remote or turn the
volume dial  on the unit to adjust the
Deactivating the buttons on the
volume.
2
Select the timer set mode.
unit (Child Lock)
Press TIMER MENU
.
You can deactivate the buttons on the unit (except
3
Set the play timer.
 ) for preventing misoperation, such as
Press /
repeatedly to select "PLAY SET,"
child mischief.
then press
.
Hold down
 on the unit for more than 5
seconds. "CHILD" and "LOCK ON" appear in the
4
Set the time to start playback.
display . You can only operate the system using
Press /
repeatedly to set the hour, then
the buttons on the remote.
press
. Use the same procedure to set the
To cancel, hold down
 on the unit for more
minutes.
than 5 seconds until "CHILD" and "LOCK OFF"
5
Use the same procedure as in step 4 to set the
appear in the display .
time to stop playback.
Note
6
Select the sound source.
Child Lock function will be cancelled when you disconnect
the power cord.
Press /
repeatedly until the desired
sound source appears, then press
.
7
Turn off the system.
Adjusting the sound
Press 
. The system automatically turns
on before the preset time.
To
Press
If the system is already on at the preset time,
Adjust the
VOLUME +/
(or turn the
the Play Timer will not be activated. Do not
volume
volume dial
on the unit).
operate the system from the time the system
turns on until the playback starts.
Set the sound
EQ
repeatedly.
effect
To check the setting
Tip
1
Press TIMER MENU
.
This system is equipped with the DSEE function to reproduce
2
clear treble despite degradation caused by compression.
Press /
repeatedly to select "SELECT,"
The DSEE function is usually activated automatically by
and then press
.
recognizing the sound source, but it may not be activated
3
Press /
repeatedly to select "PLAY SEL,"
depending on the function in use.
and then press
.
To cancel the timer
Setting the speaker light
Repeat the same procedure as above until "OFF"
illumination
appears in step 3, and then press
.
To change the setting
You can set a speaker light illumination from a
Start over from step 1 of "Using the timers."
variety of illumination patterns. The speaker light
illumination will create lighting effects based on
Note
the music source.
If you select a USB device as a playback source and have
many files or folders on that device, it takes time for read
Press LED SPEAKER
repeatedly.
processing, causing a slight delay before start of play in
Each time you press the button, the pattern
response to the timer.
changes.
Notes for the iPod/iPhone user
ˎMake sure the iPod/iPhone is not playing when using the
To turn off the speaker light function
Play Timer.
ˎThe Play Timer may not be activated depending on the
Press LED SPEAKER
repeatedly until "LED OFF"
status of the connected iPod/iPhone.
appears.
Tip
The Play Timer setting remains as long as the setting is not
cancelled manually.
ˎ Enter the same passkey that was entered at the
Setting the automatic standby
BLUETOOTH device correctly.
function
Connection is not possible.
ˎ The BLUETOOTH device you attempted to
With the Automatic Standby function, the system
connect does not support the A2DP profile, and
enters Standby mode automatically in about
cannot be connected with the system.
15 minutes when there is no operation or audio
ˎ Enable the BLUETOOTH function of the
signal output. "AUTO:STBY" appears in the
BLUETOOTH device.
display
for 2 minutes before the system enters
ˎ Establish a connection from the BLUETOOTH
Standby mode. By default, the Automatic Standby
device.
function is turned on. Use buttons on the unit to
ˎ The pairing registration information has been
turn off the Automatic Standby function.
erased. Perform the pairing operation again.
Hold down   while the system is on, until
ˎ While connected to a BLUETOOTH device, this
"AUTO:STBY OFF" appears.
system cannot be detected and a connection
To turn on the function, hold down   until
cannot be established from another BLUETOOTH
"AUTO:STBY ON" appears.
device which is never paired before.
ˎ Erase the pairing registration information of a
Notes
BLUETOOTH device and perform the pairing
ˎThe automatic standby function is invalid for the tuner
operation again.
function (FM), even when you have enabled it.
ˎThe system may not enter standby mode automatically in
the following cases;
The sound skips or fluctuates, or the
 when an audio signal is detected.
connection is lost.
 when a USB device is connected.
ˎ The system and the BLUETOOTH device are too
 during playback of audio files.
far apart.
 while the preset Play Timer or Sleep Timer is in process.
ˎ If there are obstacles between the system and
ˎThe system counts down the time again until it enters
Standby mode, even when Automatic Standby function is
your BLUETOOTH device, remove or avoid the
enabled in the following cases:
obstacles.
 when a USB device is connected.
ˎ If there is equipment that generates
 when a button on the remote or unit is pressed.
electromagnetic radiation, such as a wireless
LAN, other BLUETOOTH device, or a microwave
oven nearby, move them away.
Troubleshooting
The sound of your "App Remote" cannot be
heard on this system.
ˎ Increase the volume on your BLUETOOTH device
1
Make sure the power cord is connected
first, and then adjust the volume using VOLUME
+/–
on the remote or the volume dial
on
correctly and firmly.
the unit.
2
Find your problem in the checklist below, and
take the indicated corrective action.
There is severe hum, noise or distorted
If the issue persists, contact your nearest Sony
sound.
dealer.
ˎ If there are obstacles between the system and
your BLUETOOTH device, remove or avoid the
If the STANDBY indicator
flashes
obstacles.
ˎ If there is equipment that generates
Immediately unplug the power cord, and check
electromagnetic radiation, such as a wireless
the following items.
LAN, other BLUETOOTH device, or a microwave
ˎ Is anything blocking the ventilation holes of
oven nearby, move them away.
the system?
ˎ Turn down the volume of the connected
ˎ Is the USB port
short-circuited?
BLUETOOTH device.
After the STANDBY indicator
stops flashing,
reconnect the power cord, and turn on the
Application name is mismatched with the
system. If the issue persists, contact your
actual application in "App Remote."
nearest Sony dealer.
ˎ Launch the application again from the "App
Remote" application.
General
While running the "App Remote"
application via BLUETOOTH, the display
The demonstration appears in the display
automatically switches to "BT AUDIO."
after plugging in the power cord even
ˎ The "App Remote" application or BLUETOOTH
though the system is not turned on.
function has failed. Run the application again.
ˎ Press DISPLAY
once while the system is off.
The demonstration disappears.
USB device
ˎ Set the clock. See "Setting the clock."
Are you using a supported USB device?
The system does not turn on.
ˎ If you connect an unsupported USB device,
ˎ Is the power cord plugged in?
the following problems may occur. Check the
information on the websites about compatible
The system has entered standby mode
USB devices with URLs listed under "Playing a
unexpectedly.
file of the USB device."
ˎ This is not a malfunction. The system enters
 The USB device is not recognized.
standby mode automatically in about 15 minutes
 File or folder names are not displayed.
when there is no operation or audio signal
 Playback is not possible.
output. See "Setting the automatic standby
 The sound skips.
function."
 There is noise.
The clock setting or the Play Timer
 A distorted sound is output.
operation has been cancelled
unexpectedly.
"OVER CURRENT" appears.
ˎ If about a minute elapses with no operation, the
ˎ A problem has been detected with the level of
clock setting or Play Timer setting is cancelled
electrical current from the USB port
. Turn off
automatically. Perform the operation again from
the system and remove the USB device from the
the beginning.
USB port
. Make sure there is no problem with
the USB device. If this display pattern persists,
There is no sound.
contact your nearest Sony dealer.
ˎ Is anything blocking the ventilation holes of the
There is no sound.
system?
ˎ The specified station may have temporarily
ˎ The USB device is not connected correctly. Turn
stopped broadcast.
off the system, then reconnect the USB device.
Severe hum or noise.
There is noise, skipping, or distorted
sound.
ˎ Move the system away from sources of noise.
ˎ Turn off the system, then reconnect the USB
ˎ Connect the system to a different wall outlet.
ˎ Install a noise filter (not supplied) to the power
device.
ˎ The music data itself contains noise, or the
cord.
sound is distorted. Noise may have been
The remote does not function.
entered when creating music data due to the
ˎ Remove any obstacles between the remote and
conditions of the computer. Create the music
data again.
the remote sensor
on the unit, and position
the unit away from fluorescent lights.
ˎ The bit rate used when encoding the files was
ˎ Point the remote at the system's remote
low. Send files encoded with higher bit rates to
sensor 
.
the USB device.
ˎ Move the remote closer to the system.
"READING" is displayed for an extended
ˎ The batteries of the remote may be exhausted.
time, or it takes a long time before
Replace the batteries (R6/size AA) with new
playback starts.
ones.
ˎ The reading process can take a long time in the
The STANDBY indicator
remains lit after
following cases.
unplugging the power cord.
 There are many folders or files on the USB
device.
ˎ The STANDBY indicator
may not turn off
immediately after unplugging the power
 T he file structure is extremely complex.
cord. The indicator will turn off after about 40
 The memory capacity is excessive.
seconds. This is not a malfunction.
 The internal memory is fragmented.
BLUETOOTH device
Erroneous display
ˎ Send the music data to the USB device again,
Pairing cannot be done.
as the data stored on the USB device may have
ˎ Move the BLUETOOTH device closer to the
been corrupted.
system.
ˎ The character codes that can be displayed by
ˎ Pairing may not be possible if other BLUETOOTH
this system are numbers and alphabets only.
devices are present around the system. In this
Other characters are not displayed correctly.
case, turn off the other BLUETOOTH devices.
The USB device is not recognized.
To reset the system to factory settings
ˎ Turn off the system and turn it back on. Then
If the system still does not operate properly, reset
reconnect the USB device after selecting the
the system to factory settings.
"USB" function.
Use buttons on the unit to reset the unit to its
ˎ Check the information on the websites about
factory default settings.
compatible USB devices with URLs listed under
1
Disconnect the power cord, and reconnect it
"Playing a file of the USB device."
after the STANDBY indicator
is turned off.
The USB device is not working properly.
Then turn on the system.
ˎ Refer to the USB device operation manual for
2
While holding down 
, press 
.
how to deal with this problem.
Hold down the two buttons simultaneously
until "RESET" appears in the display
.
Play does not start.
All user-configured settings, such as preset
ˎ Turn off the system and reconnect the USB
radio stations, timer, and the clock, are deleted.
device, then turn on the system.
ˎ Check the information on the websites about
compatible USB devices with URLs listed under
"Playing a file of the USB device."
Messages
ˎ Press 
on the remote or 
on the unit
to start playback.
CHILD LOCK : The child lock function has been
Play does not start from the first track.
enabled. To disable the child lock, hold down
ˎ Set the play mode to Normal Play mode.
  on the unit until "CHILD" and "LOCK OFF"
appear in the display .
Files cannot be played back.
ERROR : The USB device could not be recognized
ˎ The audio file does not have the extension
or an unknown device is connected.
".mp3," ".wma," ".m4a" or ".wav."
NoDEVICE : No USB device is connected or the
ˎ The data is not created in MP3/WMA/AAC/WAV
connected USB device has been removed.
format.
NoMEMORY : The memory media is not inserted
ˎ USB devices formatted with file systems other
in the USB device.
than FAT16 or FAT32 are unsupported.*
NO TRACK : Playable file on the USB device is not
ˎ If you use a partitioned USB device, only files on
loaded in the system.
the first partition can be played.
NOT USED : You tried to perform a specific
ˎ Files that are encrypted or protected by
operation under conditions where that operation
passwords, etc. cannot be played back.
is prohibited.
* This system supports FAT16 and FAT32, but some USB
NO SUPPORT : An unsupported USB device, iPod/
devices may not support all of these FAT. For details, see
iPhone model is connected, or the iPod/iPhone
the operation manual of each USB device or contact the
whose battery is empty is connected.
manufacturer.
TIME NG : The Play Timer start and end times are
Reading takes a long time.
set to the same time.
ˎ Reduce the number of folders or files.
iPod/iPhone
Precautions
There is no sound.
ˎ Make sure the iPod/iPhone is connected
securely.
On safety
ˎ Make sure the iPod/iPhone is playing music.
ˎ Completely disconnect the power cord (mains
ˎ Make sure the iPod/iPhone is updated with the
lead) from the wall outlet (mains) if it is not
going to be used for an extended period of time.
latest software. If not, update the iPod/iPhone
before using with the system.
When unplugging the unit, always grip the plug.
Never pull the cord itself.
ˎ Adjust the volume.
ˎ Should any solid object or liquid get into the
The sound is distorted.
system, unplug the system, and have it checked
ˎ Make sure the iPod/iPhone is connected
by qualified personnel before operating it again.
ˎ The power cord can be changed only by a
securely.
ˎ Turn down the volume.
qualified service facility.
ˎ Set the "EQ" setting of the iPod/iPhone to "Off"
On placement
or "Flat."
ˎ Do not place the system in an inclined position
Unexpected track changes occur during
or in locations that are extremely hot, cold, dusty,
playback.
dirty, or humid or lacking adequate ventilation,
or subject to vibration, direct sunlight or a bright
ˎ Turn the "Shake to Shuffle" function (changing
light.
tracks by shaking the iPod/iPhone) off on the
ˎ Be careful when placing the system on surfaces
iPod/iPhone when listening to music on the
that have been specially treated (for example,
iPod/iPhone at high volumes. If this function is
enabled, unexpected track changes may occur
with wax, oil, polish) as staining or discoloration
of the surface may result.
due to the vibrations caused by sound pressure
ˎ Condensation may form on outer surfaces or
from the system.
internally, and cause the system to malfunction
The iPod/iPhone does not function.
if the system is suddenly moved from a cold to a
ˎ If the battery of the iPod/iPhone is empty, it
warm environment. If condensation forms, turn
off the system, and leave the system off until
may not work with this system. In such a case,
the moisture evaporates. Do not use the system
recharge it with a computer, etc. then connect it
to the system.
until the condensation has fully evaporated.
ˎ Quit all running applications on your iPod or
On heat buildup
iPhone before using it with the system. For
ˎ Heat buildup on the unit during operation is
details, refer to the operation manual supplied
normal and is not cause for alarm.
with the iPod/iPhone.
ˎ Do not touch the cabinet if it has been used
ˎ Make sure the iPod/iPhone is connected
continuously at a high volume because the
securely.
cabinet may have become hot.
ˎ Make sure the iPod/iPhone is updated with the
ˎ Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.
latest software. If not, update the iPod/iPhone
before using with the system.
On the speaker system
ˎ Because the operation of the system and the
The built-in speaker system is not magnetically
iPod/iPhone are different, you may not operate
shielded, and the picture on nearby TV sets may
the iPod/iPhone using buttons on the remote or
become magnetically distorted. In this situation,
unit. In this case, use the control buttons on the
turn off the TV, wait 15 to 30 minutes, and turn it
iPod/iPhone.
back on.
The iPod/iPhone cannot be charged.
If there is no improvement, move the system far
ˎ If the battery of the iPod/iPhone is empty, the
away from the TV.
system may not be able to charge it even if
Cleaning the cabinet
you connect it to the system. In such a case,
Clean this system with a soft cloth slightly
recharge it with a computer, etc. then connect it
to the system.
moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not
use any type of abrasive pads, scouring powder,
ˎ Make sure the iPod/iPhone is connected
or solvents, such as thinner, benzine, or alcohol.
securely.
The iPod/iPhone cannot be recognized.
ˎ Disconnect the power cord and reconnect it after
the STANDBY indicator  is turned off. Then
turn the system back on.
The ring volume of the iPhone does not
change.
ˎ Adjust the ring volume on the iPhone.
Tuner
Severe hum or noise, or stations cannot be
received. ( "ST" flashes in the display
.)
ˎ Connect the antenna properly.
ˎ Try another place and orientation for better
antenna reception.
ˎ Keep the antennas away from the power cord to
avoid picking up noise.
ˎ Turn off any nearby electrical equipment.
ˎWhen the BLUETOOTH signal is set to off, this system
BLUETOOTH wireless
cannot be detected and connection cannot be established
from BLUETOOTH device.
technology
ˎIf you touch the N-Mark on the panel with an NFC-
compatible smartphone, the BLUETOOTH signal will be set
to on automatically.
ˎWhen the power is turned off with the 
button,
BLUETOOTH wireless technology is a short-range
the BLUETOOTH ON/OFF setting is retained. When the
wireless technology linking digital devices, such
power cord is disconnected and then reconnected, the
as personal computers and digital still cameras.
BLUETOOTH setting will be set to on.
Using the BLUETOOTH wireless technology, you
can operate the units involved within a range of
about 10 meters.
Specifications
The BLUETOOTH wireless technology is commonly
used between two devices, but a single device
can be connected to multiple devices.
Amplifier section
You do not need wires to get connected as you
Power output (rated):
do with a USB connection, and you do not need
Left/Right Channel: 16 W + 16 W (at 8 ohms, 1 kHz, 1% THD)
Power output (reference):
to place the devices face to face as you do with
Left/Right Channel: 20 W + 20 W (per channel at 8 ohms, 1 kHz)
wireless infrared technology. You can use the
Subwoofer: 60 W (at 3 ohms, 100 Hz)
technology with one BLUETOOTH device in your
Speaker section
bag or pocket.
Speaker system: Full range speaker + subwoofer
Rated impedance:
BLUETOOTH wireless technology is a global
Left/Right: 8 ohms
standard supported by thousands of companies.
Subwoofer: 3 ohms
These companies produce products that meet the
Inputs/Outputs
global standard.
AUDIO IN (stereo mini jack):
Sensitivity 800 mV, impedance 47 kilohms
Supported BLUETOOTH version and
USB section
Supported bit rate:
profiles
MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3): 32 kbps – 320 kbps, VBR
Profile refers to a standard set of capabilities for
WMA: 48 kbps - 192 kbps, VBR
AAC: 48 kbps - 320 kbps
various BLUETOOTH product capabilities. See
WAV: 16 bit PCM
"Specifications" for details on the supported
Sampling frequencies:
BLUETOOTH version and profiles.
MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3): 32/44.1/48 kHz
WMA: 44.1 kHz
Notes
AAC: 44.1 kHz
WAV: 8 kHz - 48 kHz
ˎTo use a BLUETOOTH device connected to this system,
USB port: Type A, 5 V DC 1.0 A
the device must support the same profile as this system.
Note that the functions of the BLUETOOTH device may be
iPod/iPhone section
Made for
different depending on the specifications of the device,
even if it has the same profile as this system.
 iPhone 5
 iPhone 4S
ˎBecause of the properties of BLUETOOTH wireless
 iPhone 4
technology, playback on this system is slightly delayed
 iPhone 3GS
compared with audio playback on the transmitting device.
 iPod touch (5th generation)
 iPod touch (4th generation)
Effective communication range
 iPod touch (3rd generation)
BLUETOOTH devices should be used within
 iPod classic
approximately 10 meters (unobstructed distance)
 iPod nano (7th generation)
of each other. The effective communication
 iPod nano (6th generation)
 iPod nano (5th generation)
range may become shorter under the following
 iPod nano (4th generation)
conditions.
"Made for iPod," and "Made for iPhone" mean that an electronic
 When a person, metal object, wall or other
accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod or
obstruction is between the devices with a
iPhone, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to
meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the
BLUETOOTH connection
operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory
 Locations where a wireless LAN is installed
standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod or
iPhone may affect wireless performance.
 Around microwave ovens that are in use
Tuner section
 Locations where other electromagnetic waves
FM stereo, FM superheterodyne tuner
occur
Antenna: FM lead antenna
Tuning range: 87.5 MHz  108.0 MHz (50 kHz step)
Effects of other devices
BLUETOOTH section
BLUETOOTH devices and wireless LAN (IEEE
Communication system:
BLUETOOTH Standard version 3.0
802.11b/g) use the same frequency band (2.4
Output:
GHz). When using your BLUETOOTH device
BLUETOOTH Standard Power Class 2
Maximum communication range:
near a device with wireless LAN capability,
Line of sight approx. 10 m
*1
electromagnetic interference may occur. This
Frequency band:
could result in lower data transfer rates, noise,
2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz - 2.4835 GHz)
Modulation method:
or inability to connect. If this happens, try the
FHSS
following remedies:
Compatible BLUETOOTH profiles
*2
:
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)
 Try connecting this system and BLUETOOTH
AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile)
mobile phone or BLUETOOTH device when you
Supported content protection method:
are at least 10 meters away from the wireless
SCMS-T method
LAN equipment.
Supported codec:
SBC (Sub Band Codec), AAC, aptX
 Turn off the power to the wireless LAN
Transmission bandwidth:
equipment when using your BLUETOOTH
20 Hz – 20,000 Hz (with 44.1 kHz sampling)
device within 10 meters.
*1
The actual range will vary depending on factors such as
obstacles between devices, magnetic fields around a
microwave oven, static electricity, reception sensitivity, antenna's
Effects on other devices
performance, operating system, software application, etc.
The radio waves broadcast by this system may
*2
BLUETOOTH standard profiles indicate the purpose of
interfere with the operation of some medical
BLUETOOTH communication between devices.
General
devices. Since this interference may result in
Power requirements:
malfunction, always turn off the power on
Australian, European, Indian, and New Zealander models:
this system, BLUETOOTH mobile phone and
AC 220 V – 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Other models:
BLUETOOTH device in the following locations:
AC 120 V – 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz
 In hospitals, on trains, and in airplanes
Power consumption:
 Near automatic doors or fire alarms
38 W
Dimensions (W/H/D):
Approx. 554 mm × 213 mm × 280 mm
Notes
Mass:
ˎThis system supports security functions that comply with
Approx. 9.0 kg
the BLUETOOTH specification as a means of ensuring
Supplied accessories: Remote Commander (1), R6 (Size AA) batteries
security during communication using BLUETOOTH
(2), FM lead antenna (1), Warranty (1) (Australian, European and New
technology. However, this security may be insufficient
Zealander models only), Operating Instructions (this manual) (1)
depending on the setting contents and other factors, so
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
always be careful when performing communication using
BLUETOOTH technology.
Standby power consumption (in Power Saving mode):
ˎSony cannot be held liable in any way for damages or other
loss resulting from information leaks during communication
0.5 W (When BLUETOOTH Standby mode is set to off)
6 W (When BLUETOOTH Standby mode is set to on)
using BLUETOOTH technology.
ˎBLUETOOTH communication is not necessarily guaranteed
(BLUETOOTH Standby Mode - All Terminals and
Networks Connected): 6.0 W
with all BLUETOOTH devices that have the same profile as
this system.
ˎBLUETOOTH devices connected with this system must
comply with the BLUETOOTH specification prescribed
by the BLUETOOTH SIG, Inc., and must be certified to
comply. However, even when a device complies with the
BLUETOOTH specification, there may be cases where the
characteristics or specifications of the BLUETOOTH device
make it impossible to connect, or may result in different
control methods, display or operation.
ˎNoise may occur or the audio may cut off depending on
the BLUETOOTH device connected with this system, the
communications environment, or surrounding conditions.
Turning on or off the BLUETOOTH signal
You can connect to the system from a paired
BLUETOOTH device in all functions when the
system's BLUETOOTH signal is set to on. The
BLUETOOTH signal is turned on by default.
Use the buttons on the panel to perform this
operation.
Hold down 
and BLUETOOTH
on the unit
for about 3 seconds.
"BT ON" or "BT OFF" appears on the display.
Notes
ˎYou cannot perform the following operations when
BLUETOOTH signal is set to off:
— Pairing with BLUETOOTH device
— Erasing the pairing information
— Using "App Remote" via BLUETOOTH
— Setting the BLUETOOTH Standby mode to "ON"
— Changing BT AAC ON/OFF setting

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