Network Speaker Getting Started Network Connections Operating Instructions Listening to Audio Content Over Your Home Network Enjoying Sony Multiple-Room Products Using AirPlay Others Troubleshooting SA-NS500
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation opening of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Do not place the naked flame sources such as lighted candles on the apparatus. Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
14)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. The following FCC statement applies only to the version of this model manufactured for sale in the U.S.A. Other versions may not comply with FCC technical regulations.
For customers in Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device. This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for uncontrolled equipment and meets the RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules.
Table of Contents Features of this unit ...................................... 6 Product Overview ........................................ 7 Getting Started Guide to Parts and Controls ......................... 8 Main unit ................................................. 8 Remote control ...................................... 13 Checking the Supplied Accessories ........... 14 Preparing the Unit and the Remote Control .................................................. 14 Connecting to an AC power source .
Features of this unit You can enjoy music from anywhere in your home by connecting this DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)-compliant unit to a network. For example, you can play back audio content stored on the computer in the bedroom, using this unit in the living room (page 24). PARTY STREAMING function PARTY STREAMING allows you to play back the same audio content with other devices having to the PARTY STREAMING function at the same time (page 30).
Product Overview 1: Setting up your home network Refer to the following pages according to your network environment. Wireless networks . Set up your network using the supplied CD-ROM. Refer to the leaflet “Preparations for listening to music via your home network” for details. Refer to page 17 when you set up your network manually. WPS* compliant wireless networks . Page 19 Wired networks . Page 21 * WPS is a standard for easy and secure establishment of a wireless home network.
Getting Started Guide to Parts and Controls Main unit Top A Handle Use this handle when you carry the unit. B CHG/BATT indicator Indicates the charging status of the unit (page 14). Green: The unit is being discharged. Amber: The unit is being discharged and the battery is low. Red: The unit is being charged. Not lit: The unit is full charged. Tip When the unit is fully charged, you can use it for playback for approximately 2 hours at the maximum volume level.
want to operate the unit via a home network. Refer to “To set the network standby mode” (page 15). D PARTY START/CLOSE button, PARTY STREAMING indicator Press to use the PARTY STREAMING function (page 30). • This indicator normally lights up in white even if the unit stops playing when audio input is selected. 1) Home network is selected automatically when both the AUDIO IN indicator and AirPlay indicator are off (page 17). 2) The button has a tactile dot. Use it as a reference point for operations.
Front J Remote sensor Receives signals from remote control. Operate the remote control aiming at this point. The remote signal reception angle of this unit is 100° from side to side, and it covers a range of over 200° from the remote sensor.
Rear Getting Started K DC IN terminal Use to connect the supplied AC adaptor (page 14). L AUDIO IN terminal Use to connect the audio output jack of an external component. M (LAN) port Use to connect the network (LAN) cable. N UPDATE button, indicator Press to start updating the software of the unit (page 34). Indicates the update status of the unit. Green (lit): The unit can be updated. Green (flashing): The unit is updating. Not lit: The unit does not need updating.
Bottom Q ALL RESET pinhole button Press and hold for more than three seconds to reset the unit to its factory default settings when the OPERATE ON/OFF switch is set to ON. Use a thin object, such as a small pin. The bookmark list (page 28) and any other previously registered settings or information will be reset. Note Network settings are also reset when you press ALL RESET button. R OPERATE ON/OFF switch Switch to ON to use or charge the unit.
Remote control Getting Started A DIMMER button Press to change the brightness of the illumination indicator (normal/dark). B INPUT button Press to switch between the following inputs in the order shown. Home network/AirPlay/audio input C BOOKMARKS buttons Use for the bookmark function (page 28). CALL button Press to play back the audio content in the bookmark list. ADD button Press to add audio content to the bookmark list. DEL button Press to delete audio content from the bookmark list.
To use this unit all in wireless Checking the Supplied Accessories Remote control (1) AC adaptor (1) AC power cord (1) Network (LAN) cable (1) CD-ROM (“Network Speaker Wi-Fi Utility”) (1) Operating Instructions (this manual) Preparations for listening to music via your home network (Leaflet) Preparing the Unit and the Remote Control Connecting to an AC power source 1 Connect the AC power cord to the AC adaptor. 2 Plug the connector of the AC adaptor into the DC IN terminal on the unit.
Replacing the battery of the remote control If the remote control stops working, replace the battery (CR2025) with a new one. Turning the Unit On or Off Set the OPERATE ON/OFF switch to ON 1 Pull out the battery holder. 2 Remove the old battery from the battery holder and then insert a new battery. 3 Reinsert the battery holder into the remote control. To set the network standby mode 1 Set the STANDBY MODE switch to NETWORK STANDBY. 2 Press the ?/1 (on/standby) button.
Notes • Keep this unit in the network standby mode so it can be controlled from a controller even when you are not currently operating this unit. • The unit enters the selected standby mode when it is idle for 30 minutes. If the unit is being discharged and it is idle for another 30 minutes in the network standby mode, the unit enters another standby mode that saves the battery life. Tips • The STANDBY MODE switch is set to STANDBY in the factory default settings.
Network Connections How to Connect Your Network Set up the network after checking your network environment. Refer to the following descriptions. Wireless Network: WPS Compliant Wireless Network: • Option 2: WPS push button configuration method (page 19) • Option 3: PIN method (page 20) Option 1: Manual wireless setup Your computer must be connected to the wireless LAN router/access point in advance. Write down important information such as the SSID and security method, etc.
Notes • Install the UPnP service in advance if you are using Windows XP (page 35). • Refer to “Setting Screen on the Browser” (page 34) for details on the display of [My Network] or [Network]. • Check your set-up of the firewall of the security software if you cannot find [SA-NS500] or the browser does not open even if you double-click [SA-NS500] on screen of your computer. • Restart your computer if you cannot find [SA-NS500]. 5 Apply Select the desired language when the “Language Setup” screen appears.
About wireless LAN security Since communication via the wireless LAN function is established by radio waves, the wireless signal may be susceptible to interception. To protect wireless communication, this system supports various security functions. Be sure to correctly configure the security settings in accordance with your network environment.
4 Press the WPS button on the unit for three seconds. [SA-NS500] or the browser does not open even if you double-click [SA-NS500] on screen of your computer. • Restart your computer if you cannot find [SA-NS500]. The LINK indicator lights up in green when the connection is made. Option 3: PIN method 5 Select the desired language when the “Language Setup” screen appears. 6 Select [Network Settings] from the menu. 7 Enter the SSID of your access point.
8 Select [PIN method], then click [Start]. Setting Up Wired Networks Option 4: DHCP method An eight-digit number (PIN code) appears on the screen. 9 Enter the unit’s PIN code in the wireless LAN router/access point. 1 Check whether your computer and router are turned on. 2 Connect the unit and the router using a network (LAN) cable. 3 Connect the router and your computer using a second network (LAN) cable.
3 Check whether your computer and router are turned on. 4 5 Turn the unit on. 8 Remove the checkmark in the check box beside [Automatic Setup], then input the required information for each item. Click [My Network] or [Network] t [SA-NS500]. The [Sony Network Device Setting] screen appears. Notes • Install the UPnP service in advance if you are using Windows XP (page 35).
5 Select the desired language when the “Language Setup” screen appears. 6 Select [Network Settings] from the menu. 7 Add a check mark to “Use Proxy Server” and enter the proxy address and port number. Setting up a proxy server If you need to use a proxy server (for example, when you are instructed to use a proxy server by your Internet service provider), be sure to prepare the proxy address and the port number in advance. Check whether your computer and router/access point are turned on.
Listening to Audio Content Over Your Home Network Using DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) You can play back audio content on DLNA-compliant servers such as your computer, or network audio, etc., on this unit. A DLNA-compliant controller device (a remote control device, etc.) is needed for the operation. You can use Windows 7 as both server and controller. DLNA controller tab, the file is DRM-copyrighted and cannot be played back on this unit.
2 Select [Public network] under [View your active networks]. If the display shows other than [Public network], go to step 5. 6 Select [Choose media streaming options...] from [Media streaming]. The [Set Network Location] window appears. 7 If [Media streaming is not turned on] according to the environment in which the speaker is used. 4 Follow the instructions that appear on the display according to the environment in which the speaker is used.
4 Select [Play To] from the menu. depending on the version of the operating system or the computer environment. For details, refer to the help of your operating system. Setting up a computer with Windows Vista/ Windows XP 1 Go to [Start] - [All Programs] and select The device list appears. 5 Select [SA-NS500]. [Windows Media Player]. Windows Media Player 11 starts up. 2 Select [Media Sharing...] from the [Library] menu. If you are using Windows XP, go to step 8. 3 When is displayed, select [Networking.
5 Add a check next to [Private] and select [Next]. Note Uncheck this item after you confirm that the unit can connect to the computer and play audio data on the computer. Listening to audio content stored on a computer with Windows Vista/ Windows XP There are two methods to listen to audio content on a computer with the Windows Vista/ Windows XP. • Using the DLNA controller (page 24) • Random playback 6 Confirm that the [Location type] has been changed to [Private] and select [Close].
Playing Back Audio Content on a Server at Random You can play back audio content on the server which is recognized first. You can use this function without a controller. Notes • This function is available only with computers that have Windows Media Player 11/12 or VAIO Media plus 1.3 (or later) installed. • Close any DLNA controller functions or devices, such as the [Play To] dialogue of Windows Media Player 12, when you want to play back audio content from a server at random.
Playing back audio content in the bookmark list 1 2 Select the home network input. Press BOOKMARKS CALL on the remote control. The illumination indicator lights up in white. Notes Listening to Audio Content Over Your Home Network • You cannot play back audio content using the Bookmark function when the bookmark list is empty. • Close any DLNA controller functions or devices, such as the [Play To] dialogue of Windows Media Player 12, when you want to play back audio content using a bookmark list.
Enjoying Sony Multiple-Room Products Using the PARTY STREAMING Function You can play back audio content that is being played back on this unit or on another device that has a PARTY STREAMING function at the same time, via your home network. While using the PARTY STREAMING function, the device that starts a PARTY and streams the audio content is called the “PARTY host,” and the device that joins a PARTY and plays the audio content streamed from the PARTY host is called a “PARTY guest.
• If the PARTY button is pressed on another device that complies with the PARTY STREAMING function while the unit is playing a track, the unit will start a PARTY as a PARTY host and the other device will join a PARTY as a PARTY guest. Joining a PARTY The unit can join a PARTY which has been started by another device so that you can enjoy the same audio content as that being played in a different room. When another device (PARTY host) is having a PARTY, press PARTY. To leave a PARTY Press PARTY.
1 Using AirPlay Using the AirPlay function Tap/click on the icon at bottom right of the iPhone, iPod touch or iPad screen or iTunes window. iPhone, iPod touch or iPad You can play audio from on iPhone, iPod touch or iPad, and a Mac or PC with iTunes. Control & stream Compatible iPod/iPhone/iPad models iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPod touch (2nd, 3rd or 4th generation), iPad, iPad 2 with iOS 4.2 or later, and Mac or PC with iTunes 10.
iTunes Tips Using AirPlay • You can use the VOLUME+/–, N, X, ., and > buttons on the remote control. Operation from the unit's remote control is active only when the unit is selected as the device for output. When you use iTunes, set it to accept control from the remote control when you want to use the remote control to operate iTunes. • The most recent control command to the unit is given priority.
Others of the update content and type of Internet connection you are using. Updating software When a new update is available, the UPDATE indicator lights up in green while the unit is connected to the Internet. Notes • Perform the following operations after confirm the message and also read and agree the “END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR SONY SOFTWARE” (page 49). • Make sure you do not attempt any of the following operations while the update is in progress.
Windows XP Professional (other than 64 bit) Windows XP Home Edition Bookmarks screen You can manage the bookmark playlist using this screen. • Suitable browsers Internet Explorer 7 or later Using the setting screen on the browser You can make the various settings of this unit using the setting screen on the browser. Device Details screen You can check the information on this unit. Starting the browser with Windows XP You have to install the UPnP service for browsing.
2 Click [Add/Remove Windows Components]. The Windows Components Wizard appears. 3 Click [Networking Services] t [Details...]. 4 Put a check the checkbox beside [UPnP User Interface], then click [OK]. 5 Click [Next]. The [Completing the Windows Components Wizard] window appears. 36GB 6 Click [Finish].
General Specifications Operating temperature: 0°C - 40°C (32 °F - 104 °F) AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: Tweeter L+R With 5 ohms loads, both channels driven, from 500 - 20 kHz; rated 10 watts per channels minimum RMS power, with no more than 1 % total harmonic distortion from 1 watts to rated output.
• If you use a pacemaker or other medical device, consult your physician or the manufacturer of your medical device before using the wireless LAN function. Precautions On safety • Before operating the system, be sure that the operating voltage of the system is identical with that of your local power supply. Where purchased Operating voltage North America 120 V AC, 60 Hz On cleaning • Wipe the unit using a soft cloth such as the cloths used for cleaning eye glasses, etc.
1 Remove the rubber cover of the illumination indicator. 2 Remove the 2 screws using a screw driver, then lift up the top panel of the unit. Lift up the side cover, then remove the flexible cable in the direction of an arrow. 5 Remove the tape, then remove the connector. 6 Remove the 2 screws, then remove the battery cover and the battery pack. Others 4 3 Remove the flexible cable from the top panel of the unit, then remove the 4 screws.
x Network key (security key) Glossary x Access Point (AP) A specially configured network device on a wireless local area network (WLAN). Access points act as a central transmitter and receiver of WLAN signals. x DHCP Abbreviation for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. A system for automatically allocating configuration data required for an Internet connection. x DLNA Abbreviation for Digital Living Network Alliance.
x WPA Abbreviation for Wi-Fi Protected Access. An encryption standard for wireless LAN networks created by the Wi-Fi Alliance to remedy a number of serious security problems in the WEP system. In addition to the network name (SSID) and encryption key (WEP), this protocol uses a user authentication framework called “EAP” (Extensible Authentication Protocol) and a protocol called “TKIP” (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) which automatically updates the encryption code at regular intervals for higher security.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If a problem occurs while operating the unit, follow the steps described below before consulting your nearest Sony dealer. If an error message appears, it is recommended that you make a note of its contents for reference. 1 Check to see if the problem is listed in this “Troubleshooting” section. 2 Check the following customer support site. http://www.esupport.sony.com/ You will find the latest support information and a FAQ at this web site.
The unit turns off automatically. • The unit enters the selected standby mode when it is idle for 30 minutes. If the unit is being discharged and it is idle for another 30 minutes in the network standby mode, the unit enters another standby mode that saves the battery life. Sound output The sound skips. • The sound may skip depending on the network environment, etc., when you use a wireless network. • The servers are overloaded. Close all other applications you are currently using.
Home Network The unit cannot be found from a controller. (The controller cannot browse the unit.) • Check the set-up of the firewall of the security software. Refer to the web site (page 42) for details. • Make sure the LINK indicator is lighting up in green or amber. Refer to “The unit cannot connect to the network. (The unit cannot be found or recognized by other devices that are on the home network.)” (page 43) if the LINK indicator goes off, flashes or lights up in red.
• The servers are overloaded. Close all unneeded applications you are currently using. This unit cannot be operated. • Update the software version of the iPhone, iPod touch or iPad to the latest version (page 32). • Update the software version of the unit to the latest version (page 34). • Make sure another device is not streaming to the AirPlay compatible device at the same time. Buttons such as N, X, x, . and > do not work.
• Make sure of the status of other PARTY guest. The unit cannot join a PARTY if other PARTY devices have all left the PARTY. Play back via another PARTY device when you join the PARTY as a PARTY guest. If you want to start a PARTY as a PARTY host, press and hold the PARTY button for two seconds or more. • Deactivate the multicast control of your wireless LAN router/access point if it is activated. Refer to the operating manual of your wireless LAN router/access point for details.
The built-in battery cannot be charged. • Check that the OPERATE ON/OFF switch is set to ON. • If the AC power adapter is being used, disconnect it from the outlet, then reconnect it. • The built-in lithium-ion battery can be charged at temperatures between 0ºC 40ºC (32ºF - 104ºF). The battery may not be charged if the temperature inside the unit increases because of playback at very high volume levels, etc. This is not a malfunction.
Trademarks, etc. • PARTY STREAMING and the PARTY STREAMING logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, Windows 7™, Windows Media are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. • This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft Corporation.
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