Sony SRS-X7 User Manual

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7The following explains how to use this speaker. Select a topic from the navigation pane on the left.Getting StartedSongPalL

Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cable 148...

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a PC via BLUETOOTH connectionConnection method 1: Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH deviceYou c

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7About the indicatorsAbout the indicatorsThe indicators show the status of the speaker.Notes on use4-537-384-11(2)Copyright

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Compatible deviceCompatible iPhone/iPad/iPod modelsCompatible operating system (Windows)Compatible operating systems (Mac)C

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Software updateUpdating the softwareUpdate the software of the speaker.Notes on use4-537-384-11(2)Copyright 2014 Sony Corpo

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Wi-Fi signal strengthChecking the Wi-Fi signal strength (reception sensitivity)You can check the signal strength (reception

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7About standby functionsDifferences of standby modesExplanation of the standby functions (standby, BLUETOOTH/network standby

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Notes on usePrecautionsPrecautions on safety and use, etc.Notes on chargingNotes about the built-in battery of the speakerD

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7TrademarksTrademarksList of trademarks/registered trademarksImportant information on softwareNotes on use4-537-384-11(2)Cop

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Support websiteCustomer support websitesURLs of the customer support websitesNotes on use4-537-384-11(2)Copyright 2014 Sony

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7TroubleshootingWhat can I do to solve a problem?Notes on use4-537-384-11(2)Copyright 2014 Sony CorporationHelp GuideTrouble

Compatible DLNA devices 218...Compatible BLUETOOTH devices

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Power supplyUnable to turn on the speaker or charge the built-in batteryNone of the speaker buttons can be operated.The spe

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7SoundNo sound/Sound from only one speaker/Low sound levelDistorted sound/Humming or noise in the speaker outputYou might be

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Network connectionThe speaker cannot connect to the network. (Other equipment on the network cannot find or recognize thesp

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Music ServicesThe speaker cannot connect to music services.Notes on use4-537-384-11(2)Copyright 2014 Sony CorporationHelp G

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Home network (DLNA)The controller cannot find the speaker. (The controller cannot browse the contents of the speaker.)Music

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7AirPlayThe speaker cannot be found from an iPhone/iPod touch/iPad or computer with iTunes.Music started automatically.There

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7PairingUnable to pair the speaker with a BLUETOOTH deviceNotes on use4-537-384-11(2)Copyright 2014 Sony CorporationHelp Gui

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7One-touch connection (NFC)Unable to connect the speaker to a BLUETOOTH device with One-touch connection (NFC)Notes on use4-

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7SoundThere is no soundDistorted sound/Humming or noise in the speaker outputYou might be looking for the following topics:N

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7ResetUsing the RESET buttonInitializing the speakerNotes on use4-537-384-11(2)Copyright 2014 Sony CorporationHelp GuideTrou

The speaker cannot connect to music services. 260...Home network (DLNA) 102...

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Disposal and transferDisposing of or giving away this speakerNotes on use4-537-384-11(2)Copyright 2014 Sony CorporationHelp

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7What you can do with the speakerMusic playback via wireless connection (AirPlay/DLNA/BLUETOOTH)Music service supportBLUETOO

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Parts and controlsFront and top sideRear sideHelp GuideHow to Use110

1. UPDATE buttonTap and hold to update the speaker’s software.Lights up in orange when the speaker detects the latest software while connected to the

and registering (pairing) and BLUETOOTH connection can be made.10. Wi-Fi antennaSet upright during Wi-Fi connection as below. Push the right side of

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Checking the included itemsAfter unpacking, check that all items in the list below are included in the package.If any items

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Connecting to an AC outletThe speaker can operate by AC adaptor or built-in lithium-ion battery (rechargeable).Charge the b

When the CHARGE indicator flashes slowly, the battery is running low and needs to be charged by connecting an ACoutlet via the AC adaptor.If the CHARG

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Turning the power on1. Press the (on/standby) button.The (on/standby) indicator lights up in green.HintThe LINK indica

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Turning the power off1. Press the (on/standby) button.The (on/standby) indicator flashes slowly in green. When the (

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Getting StartedOverviewParts and controlsIncluded itemsPower sourceNotes on use4-537-384-11(2)Copyright 2014 Sony Corporati

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Using the BLUETOOTH/Network standby functionIf the BLUETOOTH/Network standby function is on, the speaker turns on automatic

Connecting to an AC outletTurning the power offSetting the auto standby functionDifferences of standby modesNotes on use4-537-384-11(2)Copyright 2014

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Charging USB devices, such as smartphonesYou can charge your smartphone from the speaker connected via the USB cable.1. Co

speaker.In an extremely hot environment, charging of the connected USB device will stop.Related TopicConnecting to an AC outletTurning the power offNo

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Auto standby functionThe speaker automatically enters standby mode or switches to the BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode if the

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7How to use the "SongPal" screen"SongPal" is a dedicated application for controlling Sony audio devices

1. Home screenDisplays the functions of the selected device, music services, and applications installed on yoursmartphone/iPhone.2. Mini playerContr

1. Device SelectSelect a "SongPal" compatible device.2. Settings of the connected deviceVarious sound/network settings are displayed.NoteT

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7What you can do with "SongPal""SongPal" is the dedicated application for controlling Sony audio devices

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using "SongPal" (Smartphone)You can connect the speaker to a Wi-Fi network using &q

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7SongPalAbout "SongPal"Wi-Fi network connectionDevice controlSpeaker settingsNotes on use4-537-384-11(2)Copyright

5. If your smartphone is NFC-compatible,touch the smartphone on the N-Mark of the speaker.Keep touching the smartphone on the N-Mark of the speaker u

iv. Tap [SONY:SRS-X7 (Bluetooth)] on the smartphone’s screen.If [SONY:SRS-X7 (Bluetooth)] is not displayed, search for the device. For details, refer

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using "SongPal" (iPhone)You can connect the speaker to a Wi-Fi network using "

From the factory, pairing information is not stored in the speaker. In this case, if you only tap the (BLUETOOTH) PAIRING button, the (BLUETOOTH)

7. Check that the (BLUETOOTH) indicator is lit.When the BLUETOOTH connection is established, the (BLUETOOTH) indicator stays lit.8. Start up &qu

The connection is complete.Related TopicListening to music on a PC via a Wi-Fi networkNotes on use4-537-384-11(2)Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation133

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a PC via a Wi-Fi networkYou can use the "SongPal" installed on your smartphone/iPhone as a

Music in your PC will be heard from the speaker.Related TopicSetting your PC as a DLNA server and controller (Windows 8)Setting your PC for operating

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to various Internet music streaming (music service)You can use various Internet music streaming offered on the In

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Setting the sound qualityYou can easily customize the sound of the speaker or use Sony's recommended "ClearAudio+

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music via home networkSelecting the method of network connectionDLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)Listenin

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Setting the auto standby functionYou can turn on/off the auto standby and the BLUETOOTH/Network standby functions of the sp

Related TopicUsing the BLUETOOTH/Network standby functionAuto standby functionDifferences of standby modesNotes on use4-537-384-11(2)Copyright 2014 So

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Checking the battery levelYou can check the battery level of the speaker using the "SongPal" installed on your sm

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Setting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback qualityYou can select the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality of the

Related TopicSelecting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback qualityNotes on use4-537-384-11(2)Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation142

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Selecting the method of network connectionSet the network after checking your network environment.To connect to a Wi-Fi net

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computerIf your wireless router does not have a WPS button, use your computer to connect the speaker to the Wi-F

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)You can listen to music stored in a DLNA server (PC etc.) on a home network using the

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button of a wireless routerIf your wireless router has a W

*The position and shape of the WPS button differ depending on the wireless router.4. Check that the LINK indicator changes from flashing to staying l

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music via BLUETOOTH connectionHow to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devicesListening to music on a de

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cableThis section describes the me

5. Select the language from [Language Setup].6. Select [Network Settings] from the menu.If the above screen does not appear, disconnect your compute

The connection is complete.If the LINK indicator lights up in redThe speaker failed to connect to the Wi-Fi network. Wait until the LINK indicator cha

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Connection method 3: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a PC connected wirelessly (Windows 8 UI)Note that the speaker shou

ii. Select the icon or icon.iii. Select [Sony_Wireless_Audio_Setup] from the network list.5. Display the [Sony Network Device Setting] screen.i

9. Select [Apply].10. Select [OK] in the displayed window.11. Check that the LINK indicator lights up in green.When the Wi-Fi connection is complet

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Connection method 4: Connecting to a wired networkThis section describes how to connect the speaker to a wireless router wi

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Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Setting your PC as a DLNA server and controller (Windows 8)Windows 8 supports DLNA1.5. A Windows 8 PC can be used as both a

4. Select [Yes, turn on sharing and connect to devices].Related TopicSetting your PC for operating from the DLNA controller (Windows 8)Listening to m

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music by connecting with an audio cableListening to music on a portable audio device, etc., by connecting with

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Setting your PC for operating from the DLNA controller (Windows 8)By operating from the DLNA controller on your home networ

If [More streaming options] does not appear, select [Turn on media streaming...]. Then select [Turn on mediastreaming] on the [Media streaming options

Related TopicSetting your PC as a DLNA server and controller (Windows 8)Listening to music on a PC via a Wi-Fi networkNotes on use4-537-384-11(2)Copyr

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening with the AirPlay function (iTunes)You can enjoy sound stored in Mac/PC with iTunes wirelessly by using AirPlay.Up

The speaker starts playing back the selected song.If playback does not start, perform the process again from step 3.HintThe procedure explained above

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 8) (Windows Media Player)You can use a PC as a controller (opera

4. Select [Windows Media Player].5. Right-click or press and hold a song to be played.6. Select [Play To] from the menu.The device list appears.7.

After the dedicated application "SongPal" is downloaded and installed to your smartphone/iPhone, you can use yoursmartphone/iPhone as a remo

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Media Go)[Music] in [Library] of Media Go can be shared by setting Media

6. Check [Library name] of [Media Sharing].You can change [Library name] to any name.Make sure that a check mark is in all three items of [Media Shar

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on an XperiaSelecting the method of network connectionHow to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH dev

9. Select the same name as [Library name] checked in step 6 from the server list that appeared on the screen.10. Select [Music], then select a song

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Connection method 3: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a PC connected wirelessly (Windows 7/Windows 8)Note that the speak

iii. Select [Sony_Wireless_Audio_Setup] from the network list.5. Display the [Sony Network Device Setting] screen.i. Launch a browser.ii. Enter th

10. Select [OK] in the displayed window.11. Check that the LINK indicator lights up in green.When the Wi-Fi connection is completed, the LINK indica

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Setting your PC as a DLNA server and controller (Windows 7)Windows 7 supports DLNA1.5. Windows 7 PC can be used as both DLN

6. Select [Choose media streaming options…] from [Media streaming].7. If [Media streaming is not turned on] appears in the [Media streaming options]

Related TopicListening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 7)Listening to music on a PC via a Wi-Fi networkNotes on use4-537-384-11(2)Cop

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 7)You can use a PC as a controller (operating device).Music stor

6. Select [SONY:SRS-X7].7. Play back the selected song, and adjust the volume.The speaker plays back the selected song.HintAfter the dedicated appli

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Connection method 3: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a PC connected wirelessly (Windows Vista)Note that the speaker sho

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a smartphoneHow to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devicesListening to music on a device via

iii. Select [Sony_Wireless_Audio_Setup] from the network list.5. Display the [Sony Network Device Setting] screen.i. Launch a browser.ii. Enter th

10. Select [OK] in the displayed window.11. Check that the LINK indicator lights up in green.When the Wi-Fi connection is completed, the LINK indica

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Setting your PC as a DLNA server (Windows Vista)Windows Vista PC can be used as a DLNA server. You need to set up Windows M

6. Confirm that [Location type] has changed to [Private], then select [Close].7. Confirm that [(Private network)] is displayed in the [Network and S

Listening to music on a PC via a Wi-Fi networkNotes on use4-537-384-11(2)Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation182

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Connection method 3: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a Mac connected wirelesslyNote that the speaker should be initiali

iii. Select [Sony_Wireless_Audio_Setup] from the network list.5. Display the [Sony Network Device Setting] screen.i. Launch a browser.ii. Enter th

10. Select [OK] in the displayed window.11. Check that the LINK indicator lights up in green.When the Wi-Fi connection is completed, the LINK indica

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Connection method 3: Connecting to a wired networkThis section describes how to connect the speaker to a wireless router wi

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Listening to music on a PC (Windows 7)Listening to music on a PC (Windows Vista)Listening to music on a MacInformationTroubleshootingSpeakerNetworkBLU

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on an iPhone/iPad/iPodSelecting the method of network connectionHow to make wireless connection with BLU

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening with the AirPlay function (iPhone/iPad/iPod touch)You can enjoy music stored in an iPhone/iPad/iPod touch wireles

5. Start playing back music on the iPhone/iPad/iPod touch, and adjust the volume.The speaker starts playing back the selected song.If playback does n

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music with the WALKMAN application (Xperia)Using the WALKMAN application, you can play music stored in an Xper

5. Start playing back music on the Xperia, and adjust the volume.The speaker starts playing back the selected song.If playback does not start, perfor

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devicesYou can enjoy music with the speaker wirelessly by using your device’

NoteOnce BLUETOOTH devices are paired, there is no need to pair them again, except in the following cases:Pairing information has been deleted after r

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Connection method 1: Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH deviceThe speaker can be paired with up to 9 BLUETOOTH devices

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

Related TopicListening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connectionNotes on use4-537-384-11(2)Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation196

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Connection method 2: Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device1. Turn on the speaker.The (on/standby) indicator lights u

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a WalkmanHow to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devicesListening to music on a Walkman via BL

BLUETOOTH device, and starts the BLUETOOTH connection.NoteIf the speaker tries to make connection with the last connected BLUETOOTH device, connection

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Connection method 3: Connecting with a smartphone by one touch (NFC)By touching the speaker with a smartphone, the speaker

To disconnect, touch the speaker with the smartphone again.HintIf you cannot connect the speaker, try the following.Move the smartphone slowly over th

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connectionYou can enjoy listening to music of a BLUETOOTH device and operate i

HintAfter the dedicated application "SongPal" is downloaded and installed to your smartphone/iPhone, you can use yoursmartphone/iPhone as a

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Selecting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality"Priority on stable connection" and "Priority on sou

Related TopicUsing the BLUETOOTH/Network standby functionSetting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback qualityNotes on use4-537-384-11(2)Copyright 20

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use)When you finish playing music with the BLUETOOTH device, perform any of the

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Disconnecting the smartphone by one touch (NFC)You can disconnect the speaker from a connected smartphone by touching the s

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Switching devices by one touch (NFC)When the speaker is connected with a BLUETOOTH device, if you touch a smartphone on the

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a PC (Windows 8)Selecting the method of network connectionDLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)How t

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Connecting to a portable audio device, etc.Be sure to turn off the power of the device before making any connections.1. Co

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc.You can use the speaker as an ordinary wired speaker system by connectin

HintAfter the dedicated application "SongPal" is downloaded and installed to your smartphone/iPhone, you can use yoursmartphone/iPhone as a

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7About the indicators (on/standby) indicatorTurns offThe speaker is in the standby mode.Lights up (green)The speaker is turn

LINK indicatorTurns offThe speaker is not connected to a network.Lights up (green)The speaker is connected to a Wi-Fi network.Lights up (orange)The sp

*1 If software update fails, the indicator also lights up.*2 When checking Wi-Fi signal strength, the indicator also flashes.*3 When switching the wir

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Compatible iPhone/iPad/iPod modelsiPhone/iPad/iPod models that can be used with the speaker are shown below.Update the soft

iPhone 4iPhone 3GSiPad Air*iPad mini with Retina display*iPad (4th generation)*iPad mini*iPad (3rd generation)*iPad 2*iPad*iPod touch (5th generation)

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Compatible operating system (Windows)Compatible PCIBM PC/AT compatible computersSupporting Operating SystemsWindows RT 8.1W

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Compatible operating systems (Mac)Supporting Operating SystemsMac OS X v10.9 MavericksMac OS X version 10.8 Mountain LionMa

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a PC (Windows 7)Selecting the method of network connectionDLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)How t

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Compatible DLNA devicesFor the latest compatible models, access the following URL:For customers in Europe:http://support.so

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Compatible BLUETOOTH devicesFor the latest compatible models, access the following URL:For customers in Europe:http://suppo

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Updating the softwareYou can update to the latest software by connecting to the Internet.While the speaker is connected to

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Checking the Wi-Fi signal strength (reception sensitivity)The indicator of the speaker shows signal strength (reception sen

Change the direction of the wireless LAN antenna.Turn off other wireless devices.Notes on use4-537-384-11(2)Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation222

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Differences of standby modesStandby functionWhen the speaker is in standby mode, the (on/standby) indicator is off.If you

Auto standby functionSetting the auto standby functionNotes on use4-537-384-11(2)Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation224

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7PrecautionsOn safetyThe nameplate indicating Sony trademark, model number and electrical rating is located on the bottom ex

On cleaningDo not use alcohol, benzine, or thinner to clean the cabinet.OthersIf you have any questions or problems concerning the speaker that are no

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Notes on chargingCautionIf the speaker detects a problem while charging the battery, the CHARGE indicator may turn off, alt

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a PC (Windows Vista)Selecting the method of network connectionDLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)H

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Disposing of the speakerFor environment protection, remove the built-in battery pack from the speaker. Before removing the

Disposing of or giving away this speakerNotes on use4-537-384-11(2)Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation229

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7What is BLUETOOTH wireless technology?BLUETOOTH wireless technology is a short-range wireless technology that enables wirel

Due to the characteristic of BLUETOOTH wireless technology, the sound played on the speaker is slightly delayedfrom the sound played on the BLUETOOTH

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7TrademarksSONY, Sony Entertainment Network and the logos are trademarks of Sony Corporation.Windows, the Windows logo, and

The system names and product names indicated in this Help Guide are generally the trademarks or registeredtrademarks of the manufacturer. ™ and ® mark

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Important information on softwareThis section covers the software used by this system.ALACApache LicenseVersion 2.0, Januar

marked or otherwise designated in writing by the copyright owner as "Not a Contribution.""Contributor" shall mean Licensor and any

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under common control with that entity. For the purposes of this definition, "control" means (i) the power, direct orindirect, to cause the d

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a MacSelecting the method of network connectionDLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)How to make wire

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cURLhttp://curl.haxx.seCOPYRIGHT AND PERMISSION NOTICECopyright (c) 1996 - 2011, Daniel Stenberg, <[email protected]>.All rights reserved.Permissio

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Customer support websitesPlease access the following support home page to get the support information about your speaker:Fo

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7InformationAbout the indicatorsCompatible deviceSoftware updateWi-Fi signal strengthAbout standby functionsNotes on useTrad

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7What can I do to solve a problem?If the speaker does not function as expected, try the following steps to resolve the issue

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Unable to turn on the speaker or charge the built-in batteryCharge the built-in battery.Make sure the AC adaptor is connect

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7None of the speaker buttons can be operated.If the (on/standby) indicator is flashing red, the speaker may be in the prot

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7The speaker has entered standby mode or BLUETOOTH/Network standby mode unexpectedly.This is not a malfunction. The speaker

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7No sound/Sound from only one speaker/Low sound levelCheck that both the speaker and the connected device are turned on.Turn

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Distorted sound/Humming or noise in the speaker outputTurn down the volume of the connected device.If the connected device

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7The speaker cannot connect to the network. (Other equipment on the network cannot find or recognize thespeaker.)It takes ab

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7The speaker cannot connect to the network via a Wi-Fi network connection.Make sure the wireless router/access point is turn

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7The speaker cannot connect to a network using the WPS button.Set up your network after searching the wireless router/access

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7The speaker does not appear in the device list on the computer's music playback application.Check the network connecti

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7TroubleshootingTroubleshootingNotes on use4-537-384-11(2)Copyright 2014 Sony CorporationHelp GuideTroubleshooting15

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7The speaker does not appear in the device select screen on "SongPal."Check the network connection.Check that the

: Internet: Modem: Router: Speaker: Smartphone/iPhoneDistribute the connection using a network hub or a Wi-Fi access point set to infrastructure mode

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7The speaker cannot connect to music services.Make sure the wireless router/access point is turned on.When the speaker is co

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7The controller cannot find the speaker. (The controller cannot browse the contents of the speaker.)Make sure the wireless r

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Music started automatically.The speaker may be under the control of another component. To defeat the control, set the BLUET

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7The sound is interrupted.The DLNA server is overloaded. Quit all running applications.Wireless signal condition is poor. St

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Playback does not start.Check that the speaker and the network device are connected to your home network.Check whether the

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7The speaker cannot be found from an iPhone/iPod touch/iPad or computer with iTunes.Make sure the wireless router/access poi

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Music started automatically.The speaker may be under the control of another component. To defeat the control, set the BLUET

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7There is no sound, or the sound skips during playback.Make sure that the iPhone/iPod touch/iPad or computer with iTunes is

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7SpeakerPower supplySoundNotes on use4-537-384-11(2)Copyright 2014 Sony CorporationHelp GuideTroubleshooting16

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7The speaker cannot be operated.Update the software version of the iPhone/iPod touch/iPad to the latest version.Update the s

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Unable to pair the speaker with a BLUETOOTH deviceBring the speaker and the BLUETOOTH device to within 1 m (3 ft) of each o

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Unable to connect the speaker to a BLUETOOTH device with One-touch connection (NFC)Keep the smartphone close to the speaker

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7There is no soundIf you are connecting a personal computer to the speaker, make sure the audio output setting of the comput

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Distorted sound/Humming or noise in the speaker outputBring the speaker and the BLUETOOTH device closer together. Remove an

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Using the RESET buttonIf any of the followings occurs, push the RESET button on the rear of the speaker with a pointed obje

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Initializing the speakerWith the speaker turned on, press and hold the VOL (volume) – button and the (on/standby) button

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Disposing of or giving away this speakerWhen disposing of or giving away this speaker, erase information from the speaker.

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7NetworkNetwork connectionMusic ServicesHome network (DLNA)AirPlayNotes on use4-537-384-11(2)Copyright 2014 Sony Corporation

Table Of ContentsHelp Guide SRS-X7 i...

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7BLUETOOTHPairingOne-touch connection (NFC)SoundNotes on use4-537-384-11(2)Copyright 2014 Sony CorporationHelp GuideTroubles

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Additional informationResetDisposal and transferNotes on use4-537-384-11(2)Copyright 2014 Sony CorporationHelp GuideTrouble

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7How to UseGetting StartedOverviewWhat you can do with the speakerParts and controlsParts and controlsIncluded itemsChecking

Listening to music via home networkSelecting the method of network connectionSelecting the method of network connectionDLNA (Digital Living Network Al

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Media Go)Listening to music on a computer via network connection (Mac)Connection method 1: Connecti

Listening to music on an Xperia via network connectionConnection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS button of a wireless routerConn

Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cableConnection method 3: Connecting to a wired networkListen

Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 8) (Windows Media Player)Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Media Go)Listen

Listening to music on a PC (Windows Vista)Selecting the method of network connectionSelecting the method of network connectionDLNA (Digital Living Net

Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use)InformationAbout the indicatorsAbout the indicatorsCompatible deviceCompatible iPhone/iPad/iPod models

Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cable 148...

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7TroubleshootingTroubleshootingTroubleshootingWhat can I do to solve a problem?SpeakerPower supplyUnable to turn on the spea

The speaker cannot be operated.BLUETOOTHPairingUnable to pair the speaker with a BLUETOOTH deviceOne-touch connection (NFC)Unable to connect the speak

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Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7OverviewWhat you can do with the speakerIntroduction to the main featuresNotes on use4-537-384-11(2)Copyright 2014 Sony Cor

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Parts and controlsParts and controlsIntroducing the functions of buttons, terminals and indicators on the speaker.Notes on

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Included itemsChecking the included itemsCheck that all items are packed with the speaker before use.Notes on use4-537-384-

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Power sourceConnecting to an AC outletYou can charge the speaker from an AC outlet via the AC adaptor (supplied).Turning th

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7About "SongPal"How to use the "SongPal" screen"SongPal" is a dedicated application for contro

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Wi-Fi network connectionConnecting to a Wi-Fi network using "SongPal" (Smartphone)You can connect the speaker to

Connection method 2: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using a computer connected with a LAN cable 148...

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Device controlListening to music on a PC via a Wi-Fi networkYou can listen to music on a PC via a Wi-Fi network, using &quo

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Speaker settingsSetting the sound qualityYou can easily customize the sound of the speaker or use Sony's recommended &

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Selecting the method of network connectionSelecting the method of network connectionConnect to the network after checking y

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)You can listen to music stored in a DLNA server

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 8 UI)Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using th

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 8)Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the W

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 7)Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the W

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows Vista)Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using t

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a computer via network connection (Mac)Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the W

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on an iPhone/iPad/iPod via network connectionConnection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using th

Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) 205...Disconnecting the smartphone by one touch (NFC

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on an Xperia via network connectionConnection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS butt

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devicesHow to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devicesAn overview of

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connectionConnection method 1: Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH deviceY

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc., by connecting with an audio cable (AUDIO IN)Connecting to a portable a

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Selecting the method of network connectionSelecting the method of network connectionConnect to the network after checking y

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devicesHow to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devicesAn overview of

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on an Xperia via network connectionConnection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the WPS butt

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connectionConnection method 1: Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH deviceY

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc., by connecting with an audio cable (AUDIO IN)Connecting to a portable a

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devicesHow to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devicesAn overview of

Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connection 201...Selecting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback q

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a device via BLUETOOTH connectionConnection method 1: Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH deviceY

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc., by connecting with an audio cable (AUDIO IN)Connecting to a portable a

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Selecting the method of network connectionSelecting the method of network connectionConnect to the network after checking y

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devicesHow to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devicesAn overview of

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on an iPhone/iPad/iPod via network connectionConnection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using th

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on an iPhone/iPad/iPod via BLUETOOTH connectionConnection method 1: Pairing and connecting with a BLUETO

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc., by connecting with an audio cable (AUDIO IN)Connecting to a portable a

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devicesHow to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devicesAn overview of

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a Walkman via BLUETOOTH connectionConnection method 1: Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc., by connecting with an audio cable (AUDIO IN)Connecting to a portable a

Listening to music on a portable audio device, etc., by connecting with an audio cable (AUDIO IN) 67...

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Selecting the method of network connectionSelecting the method of network connectionConnect to the network after checking y

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)You can listen to music stored in a DLNA server

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devicesHow to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devicesAn overview of

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 8 UI)Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using th

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 8)Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the W

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a PC via BLUETOOTH connectionConnection method 1: Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH deviceYou c

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Selecting the method of network connectionSelecting the method of network connectionConnect to the network after checking y

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)You can listen to music stored in a DLNA server

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devicesHow to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devicesAn overview of

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows 7)Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the W

Connection method 1: Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device 194...Connection method 2: Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH devic

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a PC via BLUETOOTH connectionConnection method 1: Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH deviceYou c

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Selecting the method of network connectionSelecting the method of network connectionConnect to the network after checking y

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)You can listen to music stored in a DLNA server

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devicesHow to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devicesAn overview of

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a PC via network connection (Windows Vista)Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using t

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a PC via BLUETOOTH connectionConnection method 1: Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH deviceYou c

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Selecting the method of network connectionSelecting the method of network connectionConnect to the network after checking y

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance)You can listen to music stored in a DLNA server

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7How to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devicesHow to make wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devicesAn overview of

Personal Audio SystemSRS-X7Listening to music on a computer via network connection (Mac)Connection method 1: Connecting to a Wi-Fi network using the W