Sony SA-NS300 User Manual

SA-NS300Network SpeakerOperating InstructionsGetting StartedListening to Audio Content Over Your Home NetworkEnjoying Sony Multiple-Room ProductsOther

10GBM ALL RESET buttonPress and hold for more than three seconds to reset the unit to its factory default settings when the power switch is set to ON.

11GBGetting StartedA DIMMER buttonPress to change the brightness of the illumination indicator (normal/dark).B INPUT buttonPress to change the input b

12GBChecking the Supplied AccessoriesRemote control (1)AC adaptor (1)AC power cord (1)Operating Instructions (this manual) (1)Preparations for listeni

13GBGetting StartedTurning the Unit On or OffSlide the power switch to ONThe network standby indicator lights up in amber and the illumination indicat

14GBHow to Connect Your NetworkSet up the network after checking your network environment. Refer to the following descriptions.Wireless Network:Set up

15GBNetwork ConnectionsNotes• Install the UPnP service in advance if you are using Windows XP (page 28).• Refer to “Setting Screen on the Browser” (pa

16GBAbout wireless LAN securitySince communication via the wireless LAN function is established by radio waves, the wireless signal may be susceptible

17GBNetwork ConnectionsYour computer must be connected to the wireless LAN router/access point in advance.Write down the SSID of your wireless LAN rou

18GB8 Select [PIN method], then click [Start].An eight-digit number (PIN code) appears on the screen.9 Enter the unit’s PIN code in the wireless LAN r

19GBNetwork Connections3 Check whether your computer and router are turned on.4 Turn the unit on.5 Click [My Network] or [Network] t [SA-NS300].The [S

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

20GBUsing DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)You can play back audio content on DLNA-compliant servers such as your computer, or network audio, etc

21GBListening to Audio Content Over Your Home Network2 Select [Public network] under [View your active networks]. If the display shows other than [Pub

22GB4 Select [Play To] from the menu.The device list appears.5 Select [SA-NS300].The audio content is played back from this speaker.You need to set up

23GBListening to Audio Content Over Your Home Network6 Confirm that the [Location type] has been changed to [Private] and select [Close].7 Confirm tha

24GBUsing the Bookmark FunctionThis function allows you to play back only audio content that is bookmarked. You need to register audio content while i

25GBEnjoying Sony Multiple-Room ProductsUsing the PARTY STREAMING FunctionYou can play back audio content that is being played back on this unit or on

26GBNotes• An error has occurred when the PARTY STREAMING indicator lights up in red. Perform the process from step 1 again.• The PARTY STREAMING indi

27GBOthersSetting Screen on the BrowserStart up the browser of the unit referring to the followings.For Windows 7 users:Double-click [Computer] on the

28GBBookmarks screenYou can manage the bookmark playlist using this screen.Software Update screenYou can update the firmware using this screen.TipYou

29GBOthers4 Put a check the checkbox beside [UPnP User Interface], then click [OK].5 Click [Next].The [Completing the Windows Components Wizard] windo

3GB13)Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.14)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Ser

30GBMassApprox. 470 g (16.6 oz)Supplied accessories:See page 12.Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.PrecautionsOn safety• B

31GBOthersIf the TV picture or monitor display is magnetically distortedThis speaker system is not magnetically shielded, and the picture on nearby TV

32GBx Network key (security key)An encryption key used to limit the devices with which communication can occur. It is used to provide higher security

33GBTroubleshootingTroubleshootingIf a problem occurs while operating the unit, follow the steps described below before consulting your nearest Sony d

34GBThere is no sound.• Press the VOLUME + button to turn up the volume. The unit may have been set to silence the sound by a controller. If the sound

35GBTroubleshootingAudio content has changed/started/stopped automatically. • The unit may be under the control of another device. If you want to reje

36GBdevices that are on the home network.)” (page 34) if the LINK indicator goes off, flashes or lights up in red.• This unit cannot play back audio c

37GBTroubleshootingThe remote does not work.• There are inverter fluorescent lights near the unit. Keep this unit away from inverter fluorescent light

38GBTrademarks, etc.• PARTY STREAMING and the PARTY STREAMING logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation.• Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, Windows 7™,

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4GBNotice for customers: the following information is only applicable to equipment sold in countries applying EU directives.The manufacturer of this p

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

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 ControlsFrontA PARTY STREAMING indicatorIndicates the PARTY STREAMING status (page 25).Green: The unit is having a PARTY as PART

9GBGetting StartedRearE LINK indicatorIndicates the connection status of the wired/wireless LAN.Green: Wireless connection (page 14).Amber: Wired conn