Sony SRS-BTS50 User Manual

Help GuideSRS-BTS50Getting StartedBLUETOOTHOne-touch connection (NFC)MusicPhone callsTroubleshootingImportant informationCopyright 2013 Sony Corporati

Help GuideFeatures and location of partsFeaturesLocation and function of partsCopyright 2013 Sony CorporationSearchTop > Getting Started >10

Help GuidePairing is not possibleBring this system and the BLUETOOTH device to within 1 m of each other.If the (BLUETOOTH) indicator (blue) is not f

Help GuideNo voice/Low voice from callersCheck that both this system and the connected device are turned on.Check that output of the BLUETOOTH mobile

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Help GuideOne-touch connection (NFC) is not possibleKeep the smartphone close to the system until the smartphone reacts. If you fail,move the smartpho

NFC receiving sensitivity depends on the device. If you fail to connect thesystem with a smartphone by one touch several times, connect it to the syst

Help GuideUnable to operate the systemCheck that this system is turned on.SearchTop > Troubleshooting > Possible causes of symptoms >105

If the POWER/HOLD switch is set to HOLD, slide it to the center.[Details]When you cannot operate the system even if the system is turned on, press the

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Help GuideNo surround effectIf the POWER/HOLD switch is set to HOLD, slide it to the center. [Details]SearchTop > Troubleshooting > Possible cau

Some music may contain very little surround effects.Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation109

Help GuidePowerCharging the systemTurning on the systemTurning off the systemUsing the BLUETOOTH standby functionDisabling the buttons on the systemCo

Help GuideThe BLUETOOTH standby function does not workMake sure the AC adaptor is connected to the system and the AC outletfirmly. [Details]SearchTop

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Help GuideThe jack cover detachedPush the tip of the jack cover into the hole on the side of the system.SearchTop > Troubleshooting > Possible c

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Help GuideWarningTo reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose thisapparatus to rain or moisture.To reduce the risk of fire, do not cove

Help GuidePrecautionsNote when using with a mobile phoneFor details on operation of your mobile phone when receiving a telephone callwhile transmittin

Polarity of the plugPlug the AC adaptor into a nearby wall outlet (mains). In the case of a problem,unplug it from the wall outlet (mains) immediately

Do not use alcohol, benzine, or thinner to clean the cabinet.OthersIf you have any questions or problems concerning this system that are notcovered in

Help GuideNotes on splash-proof featureThe system has a splash-proof feature equivalent to the IPX2 Standard. Thesystem is protected against a certain

Help GuideBLUETOOTHWhat is BLUETOOTH wireless technology?What you can do with BLUETOOTH functionSteps to BLUETOOTH functionIndications of BLUETOOTH fu

Help GuideLicense and trademark noticeThe BLUETOOTH® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc.and any use of such marks by Sony Corpora

Help GuidePairingWhat is pairing?Copyright 2013 Sony CorporationSearchTop > BLUETOOTH >13

Help GuideCase A: Pairing the system with a BLUETOOTH device for thefirst time (Auto pairing)Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH deviceCopyright 2

Help GuideCase B: Pairing the system with the 2nd and otherBLUETOOTH devices manually (Manual pairing)Pairing and connecting with more BLUETOOTH devic

Help GuideConnecting the system with the paired deviceConnecting with a paired BLUETOOTH deviceCopyright 2013 Sony CorporationSearchTop > BLUETOOTH

Help GuideSelecting the BLUETOOTH Audio Streaming playback qualitySelecting the BLUETOOTH Audio Streaming playback qualityCopyright 2013 Sony Corporat

Help GuideOne-touch connection (NFC)NFC technologyPreparation on the smartphoneAbout “NFC Easy Connect” AppCopyright 2013 Sony CorporationSearchTop &g

Help GuideOne-touch connectionConnecting with a smartphone by one touchDisconnecting the smartphone by one touchSwitching the device by one touchCopyr

Help GuideGetting StartedBefore First UseFeatures and location of partsPowerCopyright 2013 Sony CorporationSearchTop >2

Help GuideListening to musicListening to musicCopyright 2013 Sony CorporationSearchTop > Music >20

Help GuideUsing the system by connecting an audio connecting cord(not supplied)Using the system by connecting an audio connecting cord (notsupplied)Co

Help GuideEnjoying the surround effectEnjoying the surround effectCopyright 2013 Sony CorporationSearchTop > Music >22

Help GuidePhone callsMaking a callReceiving a callControlling the BLUETOOTH mobile phoneCopyright 2013 Sony CorporationSearchTop > Phone calls >

Help GuideMaking a call while playing back musicMaking a call while playing back music (Multi point connection)Copyright 2013 Sony CorporationSearchTo

Help GuideTo deal with a troubleWhat can I do to solve a problem?Copyright 2013 Sony CorporationSearchTop > Troubleshooting >25

Help GuidePossible causes of symptomsTable of contents for symptoms and possible causesUnable to turn on or charge the systemNo sound/Sound from only

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Help GuideImportant informationWarningPrecautionsNotes on splash-proof featureLicense and trademark noticeCopyright 2013 Sony CorporationSearchTop >

Help GuideBefore first useIn addition to this Help Guide, read the printed manuals supplied: “Quick StartGuide” and “Reference Guide.”Quick Start Guid

Help GuideBLUETOOTHBLUETOOTHPairingCase A: Pairing the system with a BLUETOOTH device for thefirst time (Auto pairing)Case B: Pairing the system with

Help GuideFeaturesOne-touch connection (NFC)BLUETOOTH Ver.3.0Compatible BLUETOOTH profile: A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, SPPBy connecting the system with a s

Help GuideLocation and function of partsFunctions of buttons, indicators, and other parts on your wireless speaker systemare explained here.CHARGE ind

N mark [Details]Touch here to perform one-touch connection (NFC).MicrophonePower indicator (green) [Details]POWER/HOLD switch [Details] [Details]BATT/

Help GuideCharging the systemThe system contains a lithium ion rechargeable battery, which should be chargedbefore using the system for the first time

may turn off, although charging is not completed.Check for the following causes:Ambient temperature exceeds the range of 5 °C – 35 °C (41 °F – 95 °F).

smartphone or mobile phone.No music (audio) is played, when the system is connected to a BLUETOOTHdevice without a communication function, such as a “

Help GuideTurning on the systemSlide and hold the POWER/HOLD switch to POWER ON/OFF until the powerindicator lights up in green.Copyright 2013 Sony Co

Help GuideTurning off the systemSlide and hold the POWER/HOLD switch to POWER ON/OFF until the systembeeps and the power indicator (green) turns off.C

Help GuideUsing the BLUETOOTH standby functionBy using the BLUETOOTH standby function, you can make the system turn offtemporarily and wait for the BL

flashes slowly.If you start the BLUETOOTH connection, the system turns on automatically andstarts communication.NotesTo disable the BLUETOOTH standby

Help GuideOne-touch connection (NFC)One-touch connection (NFC)One-touch connectionCopyright 2013 Sony CorporationSearchTop >4

Help GuideDisabling the buttons on the systemSlide the POWER/HOLD switch to HOLD. The buttons on the system are disabled.HOLD function onTo enable the

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Help GuideWhat is BLUETOOTH wireless technology?BLUETOOTH wireless technology is a short-range wireless technology thatenables wireless data communica

Use the system at least 10 m (about 30 ft) away from the wireless LAN device.If the system is used within 10 m (about 30 ft) of a wireless LAN device,

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Help GuideWhat you can do with BLUETOOTH functionThe system uses BLUETOOTH wireless technology. You can enjoy musicwirelessly from a smartphone, mobil

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Help GuideSteps to BLUETOOTH functionTo listen to music played, or make a call on a BLUETOOTH smartphone or mobilephone, follow the steps below.1. Re

by operating the system.The system supports the following BLUETOOTH version and profiles:Communication System :BLUETOOTH Specification Ver. 3.0Compati

Help GuideIndications of BLUETOOTH functionThe (BLUETOOTH) indicator indicates the BLUETOOTH connection status.Status (BLUETOOTH) indicator (blue)P

Help GuideMusicListening to musicUsing the system by connecting an audio connecting cord (notsupplied)Enjoying the surround effectCopyright 2013 Sony

Help GuideWhat is pairing?Pairing is the process required to mutually register the information on BLUETOOTHdevices to be connected wirelessly.It is ne

with up to 8 devices; if a new device is paired after the first 8 devices have beenpaired, the device whose latest connection time is the oldest among

Help GuidePairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device1. Place the BLUETOOTH device within 1 m (3 ft) of the system.2. Slide and hold the POWER/HO

device, select “SONY:SRS-BTS50.”If passkey input is required on the display of a BLUETOOTH device, input“0000.”A Passkey may be called a “Passcode,” a

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Help GuidePairing and connecting with more BLUETOOTH devices1. Place the BLUETOOTH device within 1 m (3 ft) of the system.2. Slide and hold the POWE

4. Perform the pairing procedure on the BLUETOOTH device to detect thesystem.When the list of detected devices appears on the display of the BLUETOOT

Once BLUETOOTH devices are paired, there is no need for pairing again,except in the following cases:Pairing information has been deleted after repair,

Help GuideConnecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device1. Place the BLUETOOTH device within 1 m (3 ft) of the system.2. Slide and hold the POWER/HOLD sw

4. Make the BLUETOOTH connection from the BLUETOOTH device.When the system is connected with the BLUETOOTH device, the (BLUETOOTH) indicator (blue)

Help GuidePhone callsPhone callsMaking a call while playing back musicCopyright 2013 Sony CorporationSearchTop >6

Help GuideSelecting the BLUETOOTH Audio Streaming playback quality“Priority on stable connection” and “Priority on sound quality” modes are availablea

2. Hold the (call) button and slide the POWER/HOLD switch to POWERON/OFF until the power indicator lights up in green.NoteCommunication may become

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Help GuideNFC technologyNFC (Near Field Communication) is a technology enabling short-range wirelesscommunication between various devices, such as mob

Help GuidePreparation on the smartphoneIf your smartphone OS is Android 2.3.3 or later, but earlier than Android 4.1, youmust prepare your smartphone

2. Set the smartphone so that the NFC function can be used.For details, refer to the manual of the smartphone.3. Start the app “NFC Easy Connect” on

Connect” to connect the system with your smartphone by one touch. In thatcase, the operation and specifications may be different from the description

Help GuideAbout “NFC Easy Connect” App“NFC Easy Connect” is Sony’s original app for Android Phone available at GooglePlay Store.To find out more about

Help GuideConnecting with a smartphone by one touchBy touching the system with a smartphone, the system is turned on automaticallyand then proceeds to

Complete the connection by following the instructions on the screen of thesmartphone.When the (BLUETOOTH) indicator (blue) stops flashing and remain

Help GuideTroubleshootingTo deal with a troublePossible causes of symptomsCopyright 2013 Sony CorporationSearchTop >7

BLUETOOTH headset, etc., to the system, the smartphone is disconnected fromthe previous BLUETOOTH devices, and connected with the system by this oneto

Help GuideDisconnecting the smartphone by one touchYou can disconnect the system from the smartphone by touching the system withit.1. Touch the syste

TipAfter the system is disconnected from the smartphone by one touch, it turns offautomatically by the Auto Power Off function. [Details]Copyright 201

Help GuideSwitching the device by one touchWhen the system is connected with a BLUETOOTH device, if you touch asmartphone on the system, the system is

Help GuideListening to musicYou can enjoy listening to music and basic remote control operation of aBLUETOOTH device via a BLUETOOTH connection. The B

When you finish using the systemWhen you finish using the system, perform either of the following operations.Turn off the BLUETOOTH function on the BL

NoteIf the communication condition is poor, the BLUETOOTH device may reactincorrectly to the operation on the system.Related topicPairing and connecti

Help GuideUsing the system by connecting an audio connecting cord(not supplied)You can use the system as an ordinary wired speaker system. Audio conne

4. Start playback and adjust the volume to an appropriate level on the deviceconnected.5. Adjust the volume with the VOL +/– buttons on the system.N

Help GuideEnjoying the surround effectYou can use the surround function by facing the system up.To turn on the surround functionFace the system up.To

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NotesSome music may contain very little surround effects.When the POWER/HOLD switch is set to HOLD, the sound effect function doesnot work.Copyright 2

Help GuideMaking a callYou can enjoy a hands-free call with a BLUETOOTH mobile phone that supportsthe BLUETOOTH profile HFP (Hands-free Profile) or HS

MicrophoneTo adjust the volumePress the VOL +/– button.The power indicator (green) flashes 3 times when set to the lowest or highestvolume level.Tips

When you finish using the systemWhen you finish using the system, perform either of the following operations.Turn off the BLUETOOTH function on the BL

Help GuideReceiving a callYou can enjoy a hands-free call with a BLUETOOTH mobile phone that supportsthe BLUETOOTH profile HFP (Hands-free Profile) or

MicrophoneNoteIf you received a call using your BLUETOOTH mobile phone, someBLUETOOTH mobile phones may have handset use priority. In the case of the

If the caller cannot or can barely hear your voice, talk into the microphone of thesystem.To end a callPress the (call) button.When you finish using

Help GuideControlling the BLUETOOTH mobile phoneThe function available may vary depending on the profile supported by yourBLUETOOTH mobile phone. Even

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Help GuideMaking a call while playing back music (Multi pointconnection)Since the system is compatible with the multi point connection function, you c

Help GuideBefore First UseBefore first useCopyright 2013 Sony CorporationSearchTop > Getting Started >9

TipsTo only make a call on a BLUETOOTH mobile phone that has a music playbackfunction, select HFT or HST on the mobile phone, not A2DP.With some model

Help GuideWhat can I do to solve a problem?If the system does not function as expected, try the following steps to resolve theissue.1. Find the sympt

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Help GuideTable of contents for symptoms and possible causesThe following topics show possible causes and remedies for symptoms. See anappropriate top

Unable to operate the systemNo surround effectThe BLUETOOTH standby function does not workThe jack cover detachedCopyright 2013 Sony Corporation94

Help GuideUnable to turn on or charge the systemCharge the built-in battery.Make sure the AC adaptor is connected to the system and the ACoutlet firml

Help GuideNo sound/Sound from only one speaker/Low sound levelCheck that both this system and the connected device are turned on.Turn up the volume of

Check that the connected device is being played back.Check that both plugs of the audio connecting cord are firmly inserted into thesystem and the con

Help GuideDistorted sound/Humming or noise in the system outputTurn down the volume of the connected device.SearchTop > Troubleshooting > Possib

If the connected device has an equalizer function, set it to off.Keep the system away from a microwave oven, wireless LAN, etc.Bring this system and t