Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 The following explains how to use this speaker. Select a topic from the navigation pane.
BLUETOOTH Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device Connecting with an NFC-compatible device by One-touch (NFC) Disconnecting the NFC-compatible device by One-touch (NFC) Switching devices by One-touch (NFC) Pairing and connecting with a computer (Windows 10) Pairing and connecting with a computer (Windows 8) Pairing and connecting with a computer (Windows 7) Connecting with a paired computer (Windows 10) Connecting with a paired computer (Windows 8) Connecting
Notes on use Precautions Notes on charging Notes on water resistant feature How to care for the speaker when wet What is BLUETOOTH wireless technology? Customer support websites Troubleshooting What can I do to solve a problem? Power supply Unable to turn on the speaker or charge the built-in battery The power suddenly turns off Sound No sound/Sound from only one speaker/Low sound level/Distorted sound/Humming or noise in the speaker output/No voice or low voice from callers Sound becomes low while in us
Table Of Contents SRS-XB10 Help Guide....................................................................................................................i Getting Started.................................................................................................................................i What you can do with the speaker.................................................................................................1 Parts and controls..............................................................
About the indicators.....................................................................................................................67 Notes on use..................................................................................................................................iii Precautions............................................................................................................................68 Notes on charging.......................................................................
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 What you can do with the speaker One-touch connection (NFC) BLUETOOTH ® Ver. 4.2 Compatible BLUETOOTH profiles*1 : A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP By connecting the speaker with a smartphone via BLUETOOTH, you can talk hands-free using the built-in microphone and speaker. “Noise suppression” and “Echo cancellation” enable phone calls with high-quality sound. Noise suppression: Noise picked up by the speaker is suppressed, so the caller will hear your voice with less noise.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Parts and controls PAIRING button 1. (power) –/+ (volume) buttons 2. 3. ADD button (play) button 4. 5. N-mark (BLUETOOTH) indicator 6. L (left)/R (right) indicators 7. MIC (microphone) 8.
9. CHG (charge) indicator 10 DC IN 5V jack 11. RESET button 12. AUDIO IN jack 13. Cap 14. Strap .
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Charging the speaker The speaker contains a rechargeable lithium ion battery which should be charged more than 1 hour before using the speaker for the first time. 1 Make sure that the speaker is turned off. 2 Connect the speaker to a booted computer or AC outlet to charge. When charging from a booted computer Connect the micro-USB cable (supplied) to the speaker, then connect the other end to a booted computer.
If the CHG (charge) indicator stays turned off when the speaker power is off and connected to a USB device, the built-in lithium ion battery is fully charged. Once the battery is fully charged, it will not be charged further even if the speaker is kept connected to a USB device. *1 Time that is required to charge the empty battery to its full capacity when the speaker turns off. Battery life (when using the BLUETOOTH connection) About 16 hours *2 .
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Turning the power on 1 Press the (power) PAIRING button. (BLUETOOTH) indicator flashes slowly in white. The When you turn on the speaker for the first time after purchase or there is no pairing information stored in the speaker, the (BLUETOOTH) indicator will begin to flash quickly in white. Note When the CHG (charge) indicator flashes slowly in orange, the battery is running low and needs to be charged.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Turning the power off 1 Press the The (power) PAIRING button. (BLUETOOTH) indicator turns off.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Auto power off function If the speaker is not connected to a BLUETOOTH device via BLUETOOTH and an audio cable is not connected to the speaker's AUDIO IN jack for 15 minutes, the speaker turns off automatically. Note When the speaker is connected to a BLUETOOTH device via BLUETOOTH or an audio cable is connected to the speaker’s AUDIO IN jack, the auto power off function is disabled.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 How to make a wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices You can enjoy music and hands-free calling with the speaker wirelessly by using your device’s BLUETOOTH function. Before operating the speaker, be sure to do the following: Place the BLUETOOTH device within 1 m (3 ft) of the speaker. Connect the speaker to a booted computer or AC outlet via a USB AC adaptor (not supplied), otherwise charge the battery sufficiently. Stop playback on a BLUETOOTH device.
NFC NFC (Near Field Communication) is a technology enabling short-range wireless communication between various devices, such as smartphones and IC tags. Thanks to the NFC function, data communication - for example, BLUETOOTH pairing - can be achieved easily by simply touching NFC-compatible devices together (i.e., at the N-mark symbol or location designated on each device).
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device The speaker can be paired with up to 8 BLUETOOTH devices. When pairing with two or more BLUETOOTH devices, perform the following pairing procedure for each device. Before operating the speaker, be sure to do the following: Place the BLUETOOTH device within 1 m (3 ft) of the speaker. Connect the speaker to a booted computer or AC outlet via a USB AC adaptor (not supplied), otherwise charge the battery sufficiently.
3 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 “SRS-XB10.” If a passkey* is required on the display of the BLUETOOTH device, enter “0000.” * 4 A passkey may be called “Passcode,” “PIN code,” “PIN number” or “Password.” Make the BLUETOOTH connection from the BLUETOOTH device. When the BLUETOOTH connection is established, the (BLUETOOTH) indicator stays lit.
Pairing information has been deleted after repair, etc. The speaker is already paired with 8 devices and another device is to be paired. The speaker can be paired with up to 8 devices. If a new device is paired after 8 devices have already been paired, the paired device with the oldest connection time is replaced by the new one. The pairing information of the speaker has been deleted from the BLUETOOTH device. The speaker is initialized. All pairing information will be deleted.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device Check the following before you operate the speaker. If the speaker was previously paired with a different device, turn off the BLUETOOTH function for the other device. 1 Turn on the speaker. The (BLUETOOTH) indicator begins to flash in white. When you turn on the speaker, the speaker tries to make a BLUETOOTH connection with the last connected BLUETOOTH device.
Hint If the devices cannot connect, enter pairing mode to connect. (The speaker can be paired with up to 8 devices. If the speaker is paired with multiple devices, it is necessary to enter pairing mode to connect.) Note When the speaker made a connection automatically with the last connected BLUETOOTH device, the BLUETOOTH function may not work properly. In this case, terminate the BLUETOOTH connection by operating the connected BLUETOOTH device and reestablish a connection.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Connecting with an NFC-compatible device by One-touch (NFC) By touching the speaker with an NFC-compatible device such as a smartphone, the speaker turns on automatically, then proceeds to pairing and BLUETOOTH connection. Compatible smartphones NFC-compatible smartphones with Android 4.
Follow the on-screen instructions to establish the connection. When the BLUETOOTH connection is established, (BLUETOOTH) indicator stays lit. To disconnect, touch the speaker with the device again. Hint Even if the speaker is not turned on, the (BLUETOOTH) indicator flashes when touching with a device. When the connection is established, the (BLUETOOTH) indicator lights up in white. If you cannot connect the speaker, try the following. Move the device over the N-mark part of the speaker slowly.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Disconnecting the NFC-compatible device by One-touch (NFC) You can disconnect the speaker from the connected NFC-compatible device such as a smartphone or Walkman, etc. by touching the speaker with it. 1 Touch the device on the N marked part of the speaker. Hint After the speaker is disconnected from the device by One-touch, if no operation is performed and no sound is input for 15 minutes, the speaker turns off automatically by the auto power off function.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Switching devices by One-touch (NFC) If you move an NFC-compatible device over the N marked part of the speaker while the speaker has been connected with the other BLUETOOTH device, the speaker disconnects from the BLUETOOTH device, then connects with the NFC-compatible device that was just touched. However, if you are talking on a BLUETOOTH mobile phone connected to the speaker, you cannot switch the BLUETOOTH connection by One-touch.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Pairing and connecting with a computer (Windows 10) 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 same procedures to pair to other devices. Do the following before starting. Make sure that your computer has the BLUETOOTH wireless function.
2 Turn on the speaker. The (BLUETOOTH) indicator flashes in white. When you turn on the speaker for the first time after purchase, the (BLUETOOTH) indicator will begin to flash quickly . in white and the speaker enters pairing mode automatically by just turning on the speaker. Proceed to step When you turn on the speaker, the speaker tries to make a BLUETOOTH connection with the last connected BLUETOOTH device.
2. Select [SRS-XB10]. If [SRS-XB10] does not appear on the screen, repeat the procedure from step . After pairing, the BLUETOOTH connection establishes automatically and [Connected music] will be displayed on the screen. 5 Check that the (BLUETOOTH) indicator has switched from flashing to a steady light. When the speaker is connected to the computer, the from your computer. (BLUETOOTH) indicator stays lit.
Hint The procedure explained above is for guidance only. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the computer. You can perform pairing or connect to another BLUETOOTH device even when a BLUETOOTH connection is established. In this case, the previous connection will be disconnected. If your computer does not have the BLUETOOTH function, it will be necessary to connect a commercially available BLUETOOTH adaptor to the computer.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Pairing and connecting with a computer (Windows 8) 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 same procedures to pair to other devices. Do the following before starting. Make sure that your computer has the BLUETOOTH wireless function.
3. When the [Settings] charms are displayed, click [Control Panel]. 4. When [All Control Panel Items] is displayed, select [Devices and Printers]. If the [Control Panel] screen appears instead of [All Control Panel Items], select [Large icons] or [Small icons] from the [View by] menu in the top right corner of the screen. The following screen appears.
2 Turn on the speaker. The (BLUETOOTH) indicator begins to flash in white. When you turn on the speaker for the first time after purchase, the (BLUETOOTH) indicator will begin to flash quickly . in white and the speaker enters pairing mode automatically by just turning on the speaker. Proceed to step When you turn on the speaker, the speaker tries to make a BLUETOOTH connection with the last connected BLUETOOTH device.
2. Select [SRS-XB10] and click [Next]. If a passkey* is required, enter “0000.” If [SRS-XB10] does not appear, perform the operation again from step * . A passkey may be called “Passcode,” “PIN code,” “PIN number,” or “Password.” 3. When the following screen appears, click [Close]. The computer begins installing the driver. The “ ” mark will appear in the bottom left of the [SRS-XB10] icon during installation. When the “ disappears, driver installation is complete. Proceed to the next step (substep 4).
Depending on the computer, installation may take time. If driver installation takes too much time, the auto power off function of the speaker will cause it to turn off automatically. If this happens, turn on the speaker again. 4. Right-click on [SRS-XB10] in [Devices] and select [Sound settings] from the menu that appears. 5. Confirm [SRS-XB10Stereo] on the [Sound] screen. If there is a checkmark (green) on [SRS-XB10Stereo], proceed to step .
6. Right-click on [SRS-XB10Stereo], and select [Connect] from the menu that appears. When the speaker is connected, a checkmark will appear on [SRS-XB10Stereo] on the [Sound] screen. Proceed to step . If you cannot click [Connect] for [SRS-XB10Stereo], select [Disable] for the [Default Device] that currently has a checkmark (green).
5 Check that the (BLUETOOTH) indicator has switched from flashing to a steady light. When the speaker is connected to the computer, the from your computer. (BLUETOOTH) indicator stays lit. You can enjoy playing back music If a connection cannot be made, despite [SRS-XB10] appearing on the screen, initiate pairing mode on the speaker. (power) PAIRING button until you hear beeps and the (BLUETOOTH) indicator begins to Press and hold the flash quickly in white.
Once the BLUETOOTH devices are paired, there is no need to pair them again, except in the following cases: Pairing information has been deleted after repair, etc. The speaker is already paired with 8 devices and another device is to be paired. The speaker can be paired with up to 8 devices. If a new device is paired after 8 devices have already been paired, the paired device with the oldest connection time is replaced by the new one.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Pairing and connecting with a computer (Windows 7) 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 same procedures to pair to other devices. Do the following before starting. Make sure that your computer has the BLUETOOTH wireless function.
established automatically and the (BLUETOOTH) indicator stays lit. When you want to connect another BLUETOOTH device, terminate the current BLUETOOTH connection by operating the currently connected BLUETOOTH device. 2 (power) PAIRING button until you hear beeps and the Press and hold the indicator begins to flash quickly in white. (BLUETOOTH) The speaker enters pairing mode. 3 Perform the pairing procedure on the computer. 1. Click the [Start] button and then [Devices and Printers]. 2.
If [SRS-XB10] does not appear on the screen, repeat the procedure from step * . A passkey may be called “Passcode,” “PIN code,” “PIN number” or “Password.” 4. When the following screen appears, click [Close]. The computer begins installing the driver. The “ ” mark will appear in the bottom left of the [SRS-XB10] icon during installation. When the “ disappears, driver installation is complete. Proceed to the next step (substep 5). ” mark Depending on the computer, installation may take time.
When the speaker is connected, a checkmark will appear. 4 Check that the (BLUETOOTH) indicator has switched from flashing to a steady light. When the speaker is connected to the computer, the from your computer. (BLUETOOTH) indicator stays lit. You can enjoy playing back music Hint For details on operating your computer, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the computer.
Note The pairing mode of the speaker is released after about 1 minute and the (BLUETOOTH) indicator flashes slowly. However, when pairing information is not stored in the speaker, such as at the factory settings, the pairing mode is not released. If the pairing mode is released before . finishing the process, repeat from step Once the BLUETOOTH devices are paired, there is no need to pair them again, except in the following cases: Pairing information has been deleted after repair, etc.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Connecting with a paired computer (Windows 10) Do the following before starting. If you have connected the speaker with the other device, turn off the BLUETOOTH function on the device. Stop playback on the computer. Turn down the volume of the computer and speaker to avoid any sudden loud sound output from the speaker. Activate the BLUETOOTH function on your computer.
2. Select [Connect] in the Action Center on the right-bottom of the screen. 3. Select [SRS-XB10]. [Connected music] will be displayed on the screen. 3 Check that the (BLUETOOTH) indicator has switched from flashing to a steady light. When the speaker is connected to the computer, the from your computer. (BLUETOOTH) indicator stays lit.
Hint The procedure explained above is for guidance only. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the computer. You can perform pairing or connect to another BLUETOOTH device even when a BLUETOOTH connection is established. In this case, the previous connection will be disconnected. When you turn on the speaker or the BLUETOOTH mode, the speaker tries to make a BLUETOOTH connection with the last connected BLUETOOTH device.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Connecting with a paired computer (Windows 8) Before operating the speaker, be sure to do the following: Depending on your computer, it may be necessary to turn on the built-in BLUETOOTH adaptor. For details on how to turn on a built-in BLUETOOTH adaptor, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the computer. If the speaker was previously paired with a different device, turn off the BLUETOOTH function for the other device. 1 Turn on the speaker.
3. When the [Settings] charms are displayed, click [Control Panel]. 4. When [All Control Panel Items] is displayed, select [Sound]. If the [Control Panel] screen appears instead of [All Control Panel Items], select [Large icons] or [Small icons] from the [View by] menu in the top right corner of the screen. 5. Confirm [SRS-XB10 Stereo] on the [Sound] screen. If there is a checkmark (green) on [SRS-XB10 Stereo], proceed to step .
If there is not a checkmark (green) on [SRS-XB10 Stereo], proceed to the next step (substep 6). If [SRS-XB10 Stereo] does not appear, right-click on the [Sound] screen, and select [Show Disabled Devices] from the menu that appears. Then proceed to the next step (substep 6). 6. Right-click on [SRS-XB10 Stereo], and select [Connect] from the menu that appears. When the speaker is connected, a checkmark will appear on [SRS-XB10 Stereo] on the [Sound] screen.
. If you cannot click [Connect] for [SRS-XB10 Stereo], select [Disable] for the [Default Device] that currently has a checkmark (green). 3 Check that the (BLUETOOTH) indicator has switched from flashing to a steady light. When the speaker is connected to the computer, the from your computer. (BLUETOOTH) indicator stays lit.
Hint The operation above is an example. For more details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the computer. Note When the speaker made a connection automatically with the last connected BLUETOOTH device, the BLUETOOTH function may not work properly. In this case, terminate the BLUETOOTH connection by operating the connected BLUETOOTH device and reestablish a connection.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Connecting with a paired computer (Windows 7) Before operating the speaker, be sure to do the following: Depending on your computer, it may be necessary to turn on the built-in BLUETOOTH adaptor. For details on how to turn on a built-in BLUETOOTH adaptor, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the computer. If the speaker was previously paired with a different device, turn off the BLUETOOTH function for the other device. 1 Turn on the speaker.
3. Confirm [Listen to Music]. If [Listen to Music] appears: Proceed to the next step. If [Connecting to Bluetooth service] occurs automatically and a checkmark appears: The connection is complete. (BLUETOOTH) indicator on the speaker lights up in white. Check that the If [Searching services] leads to an error: The speaker is connected to a different nearby BLUETOOTH device. Disconnect by operating the connected device, and then repeat the operation from the previous step (substep 2). 4.
Hint The operation above is an example. For more details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the computer. Note When the speaker made a connection automatically with the last connected BLUETOOTH device, the BLUETOOTH function may not work properly. In this case, terminate the BLUETOOTH connection by operating the connected BLUETOOTH device and reestablish a connection.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Listening to music of a device via BLUETOOTH connection You can enjoy listening to music of a BLUETOOTH device and operate it by the speaker via BLUETOOTH connection if it supports the following BLUETOOTH profiles. A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) Enables you to enjoy high-quality audio contents wirelessly. AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile) Enables you to adjust the volume of a BLUETOOTH device.
(BLUETOOTH) indicator flashes once or 3 times in white. During playback, you can use the buttons on the speaker to perform the following operations. Pause Press the (play) button during playback to pause. Press it again to cancel pause. Skip to the beginning of the next track Press the (play) button twice during playback. Hint The battery can be charged if the speaker is connected to a booted computer or AC outlet via a USB AC adaptor (not supplied) though the speaker is in use.
Related Topic How to make a wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) 4-694-214-11(3) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation 51
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) When you finish playing music with the BLUETOOTH device, perform any of the following operations to terminate the BLUETOOTH connection. Turn off the BLUETOOTH function on the BLUETOOTH device. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the device. Turn off the BLUETOOTH device. Turn off the speaker. Touch the NFC-compatible device on the speaker again (if your device has the NFC function).
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Listening to music wirelessly with two speakers (Speaker Add function) By connecting two SRS-XB10 speakers via BLUETOOTH, you can select audio reproduction between stereo mode (stereo sound) and double mode (monaural sound). To use this function, two SRS-XB10 speakers are required. Select from the following two playback methods. Double mode Both speakers play the same sound. Double mode is the initial setting.
2 Set up the second speaker. 1. Press the (power) PAIRING button on the second speaker to turn it on. (BLUETOOTH) indicator of the speaker begins to flash in white. The 2. Press and hold the ADD button for about 3 seconds until a beep is heard. When the BLUETOOTH connection is established, the L/R indicators then light up. (BLUETOOTH) indicators of the 2 speakers flash in white.
3 Make a BLUETOOTH connection with a BLUETOOTH device. (BLUETOOTH) indicator of the speaker stops flashing and lights up, the BLUETOOTH connection is When the established. 4 Start playback on the BLUETOOTH device, and adjust the volume to moderate level. 5 Press the –/+ (volume) buttons on one of the speakers to adjust the volume. Volume adjustment of one speaker is reflected on the other. Hint When making or receiving a call, only operate the speaker where the (BLUETOOTH) indicator lights up.
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Switching between double mode and stereo mode (Speaker Add function) Using two speakers, you can switch between monaural playback (double mode) and stereo playback (stereo mode). 1 Press the ADD button on either of the speakers to change the audio reproduction. Each time you press the ADD button, the mode changes. The L/R indicators on both speakers show the status of audio reproduction. Double mode: The L/R indicators on both speakers are lit up in white.
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Terminating the Speaker Add function temporarily To terminate the Speaker Add function temporarily, follow the procedure below. 1 Press and hold the ADD and – (volume) buttons for about 3 seconds until a beep is heard. Hint The Speaker Add function will not be terminated even if the speaker is turned off. When the speaker is turned on, the speaker will try to establish the Speaker Add function with the other speaker that had been connected.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Listening to music of a portable audio device, etc. You can use the speaker as an ordinary wired speaker system by connecting a portable audio device, etc., using an audio cable (not supplied). 1 Connect a device to the AUDIO IN jack with an audio cable (not supplied). For connection, use an audio cable with a stereo mini plug (no resistance)* at both ends. * 2 If you use an audio cable (with stereo mini plugs) with significant resistance, the sound may be lower.
3 Turn on and start playback on the connected device. 4 Adjust the volume to a moderate level on the connected device. 5 Press the –/+ (volume) buttons to adjust the volume. When you press the –/+ (volume) buttons, the (BLUETOOTH) indicator flashes once in white. (BLUETOOTH) indicator flashes 3 When you set the volume to the maximum or minimum level on the speaker, the times. Hint When you cannot hear the sound, raise the volume on the connected device.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Receiving a call You can enjoy hands-free calls with a BLUETOOTH mobile phone that supports the BLUETOOTH profile HFP (Hands-free Profile) or HSP (Headset Profile) via BLUETOOTH connection. If your BLUETOOTH mobile phone supports both HFP and HSP, set it to HFP. Operations may vary depending on the BLUETOOTH mobile phone. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the mobile phone.
If no ring tone is heard via the speaker, the speaker may not be connected with a BLUETOOTH mobile phone with HFP or HSP. Check the connection status on the BLUETOOTH mobile phone. 3 Adjust the volume by pressing the –/+ (volume) buttons on the speaker or operating the BLUETOOTH mobile phone. When you press the –/+ (volume) buttons on the speaker or adjust the volume on the BLUETOOTH mobile phone, the (BLUETOOTH) indicator flashes once in white.
When using the Speaker Add function, sound of the phone call is output from only the speaker where the white. (BLUETOOTH) indicator lights up in Depending on the BLUETOOTH mobile phone, playback may not pause when an incoming call arrives. Use a BLUETOOTH mobile phone at least 50 cm (1.6 ft) away from the speaker. Noise may result if the speaker and the BLUETOOTH mobile phone are too close.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Making a call You can enjoy hands-free calls with a BLUETOOTH mobile phone that supports the BLUETOOTH profile HFP (Hands-free Profile) or HSP (Headset Profile) via BLUETOOTH connection. If your BLUETOOTH mobile phone supports both HFP and HSP, set it to HFP. Operations may vary depending on the BLUETOOTH mobile phone. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the mobile phone. 1 Connect the speaker with a BLUETOOTH mobile phone.
3 Adjust the volume by pressing the –/+ (volume) buttons on the speaker or operating the BLUETOOTH mobile phone. When you press the –/+ (volume) buttons on the speaker or adjust the volume on the BLUETOOTH mobile phone, the (BLUETOOTH) indicator flashes once in white. (BLUETOOTH) indicator flashes 3 times When you set the volume to the maximum or minimum level on the speaker, the in white. 4 To end a call, press the (play) button.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 About the indicators CHG (charge) indicator (orange) Turns off Charging the speaker is completed. Lights up The speaker is being charged. Flashes slowly The built-in battery is running low and needs to be charged. Note A speaker that is in use can be charged if it is connected to a booted computer or AC outlet via a USB AC adapter (not supplied). In this case, it may take longer to charge the battery depending on the conditions of use.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Precautions Note when using with a mobile phone For details on operation of your mobile phone when receiving a telephone call while transmitting the sound using the BLUETOOTH connection, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the mobile phone. On safety Before operating the speaker, be sure that the operating voltage of the speaker is identical with that of your local power supply.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Notes on charging Life span of the built-in lithium ion battery The rechargeable battery has a life span. As time passes and the number of times that the battery is used increases, the capacity of the rechargeable battery slowly decreases. When the amount of time that the battery can be used seems significantly shorter, despite having been fully charged, contact your nearest Sony dealer.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Notes on water resistant feature Water resistant performance of the speaker The speaker has a water resistant specification *1*2 and IPX5 *3 as specified in “Degrees of protection against ingress of water” of the IEC60529 “Ingress Protection Rating (IP Code).” However, the speaker is not completely water-tight. Do not drop the speaker into hot water in a bathtub or purposely use it in water.
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 How to care for the speaker when wet If the speaker gets wet, first remove the water from the speaker, and then wipe off the moisture on the speaker using a dry, soft cloth. Especially in cold regions, leaving moisture on its surface may cause the speaker to freeze and malfunction. Be sure to wipe off the moisture after using the speaker. The sound quality may change when water enters the speaker section. It is not malfunction.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 What is BLUETOOTH wireless technology? BLUETOOTH wireless technology is a short-range wireless technology that enables wireless data communication between digital devices, such as a computer and digital camera. BLUETOOTH wireless technology operates within a range of about 10 m (about 30 ft). Connecting two devices as necessary is common, but some devices can be connected to multiple devices at the same time.
We do not take any responsibility for the leakage of information during BLUETOOTH communication. A device featuring the BLUETOOTH function is required to conform to the BLUETOOTH standard specified by Bluetooth SIG and be authenticated. Even if the connected device conforms to the above mentioned BLUETOOTH standard, some devices may not be connected or work correctly, depending on the features or specifications of the device.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Customer support websites Access the following support home pages to get support information about your speaker: For customers in the USA: http://esupport.sony.com/ For customers in Canada: http://esupport.sony.com/CA/ For customers in European countries: http://www.sony.eu/support For customers in Latin America: http://www.sony-latin.com/ For customers in other countries/regions: http://www.sony-asia.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 What can I do to solve a problem? If the speaker does not function as expected, try the following steps to resolve the issue. Find the symptoms of the issue in this Help Guide and try any corrective actions listed. Charge the speaker. You may be able to resolve some issues by charging the battery. Push the RESET button of the speaker. Initialize the speaker. This operation resets volume settings, etc., and deletes all pairing information.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Unable to turn on the speaker or charge the built-in battery Charge the built-in battery. Make sure the micro-USB cable is firmly connected to the speaker and booted computer. When using a USB AC adaptor (not supplied), make sure the micro-USB cable is firmly connected to the speaker and the USB AC adaptor. In addition, make sure the USB AC adaptor is firmly connected to an AC outlet.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 The power suddenly turns off The battery may be running low. Charge the speaker by connecting the speaker to a booted computer or an AC outlet via a USB AC adaptor (not supplied).
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 No sound/Sound from only one speaker/Low sound level/Distorted sound/Humming or noise in the speaker output/No voice or low voice from callers Check that both the speaker and the connected device are turned on. Turn up the volume of the speaker and the connected device. Check that the connected device is playing. Make sure the audio cable is firmly connected to the AUDIO IN jack during playback in AUDIO IN mode.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Sound becomes low while in use The sound may become low in the following cases. This is not a malfunction. When the battery is running low and the CHG (charge) indicator flashes in orange while the speaker is being powered by the built-in battery only. When the battery is running low as a result of using the speaker at a loud volume for a long time even if the speaker is connected to a booted computer or AC outlet via a USB AC adaptor (not supplied).
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Unable to pair the speaker with a BLUETOOTH device Bring the speaker and the BLUETOOTH device to within 1 m (3 ft) of each other. (BLUETOOTH) indicator is not flashing quickly in white, press and hold the (power) PAIRING button until you If the (BLUETOOTH) indicator begins to flash quickly in white. hear beeps and the Connect the speaker to a booted computer or AC outlet via a USB AC adaptor (not supplied). Otherwise, charge the battery of the speaker sufficiently.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Unable to connect the speaker to a BLUETOOTH device with One-touch connection (NFC) Keep the NFC-compatible device close to the speaker until the device reacts. If you fail to connect, move the device slowly over the N marked part of the speaker. Check that the NFC function of the device is set to on. If the device is attached with a case, remove it. NFC reception sensitivity varies depending on the device.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Using the RESET button If the speaker cannot be turned on or cannot be operated despite it being turned on, open the cap on the rear side and push the RESET button for about 2 seconds with a pin or other pointed objects. After pushing the RESET button, turn on the speaker. If it does not turn on, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Note The speaker cannot be reset while the power is off. Pairing information is not deleted by pushing the RESET button.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB10 Initializing the speaker With the speaker turned on, press and hold the – (volume) button and the more than 5 seconds until the speaker turns off. (power) PAIRING button at the same time for The speaker is initialized. Settings such as volume, etc., are restored to the factory default settings, and all pairing information is deleted.
