Sony SANS500 User Manual

SA-NS500Network SpeakerOperating InstructionsGetting StartedListening to Audio Content Over Your Home NetworkEnjoying Sony Multiple-Room ProductsUsing

10GBFrontJ Remote sensorReceives signals from remote control.Operate the remote control aiming at this point.The remote signal reception angle of this

11GBGetting StartedRearK DC IN terminalUse to connect the supplied AC adaptor (page 14).L AUDIO IN terminalUse to connect the audio output jack of an

12GBBottomQ ALL RESET pinhole buttonPress and hold for more than three seconds to reset the unit to its factory default settings when the OPERATE ON/O

13GBGetting StartedA DIMMER buttonPress to change the brightness of the illumination indicator (normal/dark).B INPUT buttonPress to switch between the

14GBChecking the Supplied AccessoriesRemote control (1)AC adaptor (1)AC power cord (1)Network (LAN) cable (1)CD-ROM (“Network Speaker Wi-Fi Utility”)

15GBGetting StartedReplacing the battery of the remote controlIf the remote control stops working, replace the battery (CR2025) with a new one.1 Pull

16GBNotes• 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.•

17GBNetwork ConnectionsHow to Connect Your NetworkSet up the network after checking your network environment. Refer to the following descriptions.Wire

18GBNotes• 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

19GBNetwork ConnectionsAbout wireless LAN securitySince communication via the wireless LAN function is established by radio waves, the wireless signal

2GBTo 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 ventila

20GB4 Press the WPS button on the unit for three seconds.The LINK indicator lights up in green when the connection is made.Your computer must be conne

21GBNetwork Connections8 Select [PIN method], then click [Start].An eight-digit number (PIN code) appears on the screen.9 Enter the unit’s PIN code in

22GB3 Check whether your computer and router are turned on.4 Turn the unit on.5 Click [My Network] or [Network] t [SA-NS500].The [Sony Network Device

23GBNetwork ConnectionsSetting up a proxy serverIf you need to use a proxy server (for example, when you are instructed to use a proxy server by your

24GBUsing DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)You can play back audio content on DLNA-compliant servers such as your computer, or network audio, etc

25GBListening to Audio Content Over Your Home Network2 Select [Public network] under [View your active networks]. If the display shows other than [Pub

26GB4 Select [Play To] from the menu.The device list appears.5 Select [SA-NS500].The audio content is played back from this speaker.You need to set up

27GBListening to Audio Content Over Your Home Network5 Add a check next to [Private] and select [Next].6 Confirm that the [Location type] has been cha

28GBPlaying Back Audio Content on a Server at RandomYou can play back audio content on the server which is recognized first. You can use this function

29GBListening to Audio Content Over Your Home Network1 Select the home network input.2 Press BOOKMARKS CALL on the remote control.The illumination ind

3GB14)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply c

30GBUsing the PARTY STREAMING FunctionYou can play back audio content that is being played back on this unit or on another device that has a PARTY STR

31GBEnjoying Sony Multiple-Room Products• If the PARTY button is pressed on another device that complies with the PARTY STREAMING function while the u

32GBUsing the AirPlay functionYou can play audio from on iPhone, iPod touch or iPad, and a Mac or PC with iTunes.Compatible iPod/iPhone/iPad modelsiPh

33GBUsing AirPlayiTunesTips• You can use the VOLUME+/–, N, X, ., and > buttons on the remote control. Operation from the unit's remote control

34GBUpdating softwareWhen a new update is available, the UPDATE indicator lights up in green while the unit is connected to the Internet.Notes• Perfor

35GBOthersWindows XP Professional (other than 64 bit) Windows XP Home Edition• Suitable browsersInternet Explorer 7 or laterYou can make the various s

36GB2 Click [Add/Remove Windows Components].The Windows Components Wizard appears.3 Click [Networking Services] t [Details...].4 Put a check the check

37GBOthersSpecificationsAUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONSPOWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION:Tweeter L+RWith 5 ohms loads, both channels driven, from

38GBPrecautionsOn safety• Before operating the system, be sure that the operating voltage of the system is identical with that of your local power sup

39GBOthers1 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.3

4GBFor customers in CanadaOperation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must ac

40GBGlossaryx Access Point (AP)A specially configured network device on a wireless local area network (WLAN). Access points act as a central transmitt

41GBOthersx WPAAbbreviation for Wi-Fi Protected Access. An encryption standard for wireless LAN networks created by the Wi-Fi Alliance to remedy a num

42GBTroubleshootingIf a problem occurs while operating the unit, follow the steps described below before consulting your nearest Sony dealer. If an er

43GBTroubleshootingThe unit turns off automatically.• The unit enters the selected standby mode when it is idle for 30 minutes. If the unit is being d

44GBThe unit cannot be found from a controller. (The controller cannot browse the unit.)• Check the set-up of the firewall of the security software. R

45GBTroubleshooting• The servers are overloaded. Close all unneeded applications you are currently using.This unit cannot be operated.• Update the sof

46GB• 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

47GBTroubleshootingThe 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

48GBTrademarks, etc.• PARTY STREAMING and the PARTY STREAMING logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation.• Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, Windows 7™,

49GBEND-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR SONY SOFTWAREYou should carefully read the following agreement before using the SONY SOFTWARE (defined below). Usi

5GBTable of ContentsFeatures of this unit ... 6Product Overview ... 7Getting

50GBEXCLUSION OF WARRANTY ON SONY SOFTWAREYou expressly acknowledge and agree that use of the SONY SOFTWARE is at your sole risk. The SONY SOFTWARE is

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6GBFeatures of this unitYou can enjoy music from anywhere in your home by connecting this DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)-compliant unit to a n

7GBProduct Overview1: Setting up your home networkRefer to the following pages according to your network environment.Wireless networks. Set up your ne

8GBGuide to Parts and ControlsTopA HandleUse this handle when you carry the unit.B CHG/BATT indicatorIndicates the charging status of the unit (page 1

9GBGetting Startedwant to operate the unit via a home network. Refer to “To set the network standby mode” (page 15).D PARTY START/CLOSE button, PARTY