Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 The following explains how to use this speaker. Select a topic from the navigation pane.
Making connections BLUETOOTH How to make a wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices 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 8) Pairing and connecting with a computer (Windows 7) Connecting with a paired computer (Windows 8) Connecting with a paired computer
Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) Information About the indicators 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? What is LDAC? Trademarks 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 s
Table Of Contents Help Guide SRS-XB3......................................................................................................................i What you can do with the speaker.................................................................................................1 Parts and controls...........................................................................................................................2 Checking the contents of the box..................................................
Making a call.................................................................................................................................67 Button functions for a phone call..................................................................................................70 Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use).................................................................54 Information..........................................................................................................
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 What you can do with the speaker One-touch connection (NFC) BLUETOOTH Ver. 3.0 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 Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 Parts and controls 1. (power) button/indicator 2. CHARGE indicator 3. –/+ (volume) buttons (call) button 4. 5. EXTRA BASS button/indicator (BLUETOOTH) PAIRING button/indicator 6.
7. ADD button 8. L (left)/R (right) indicators 9. N-mark 10 Microphone 11. Cap 12. AUDIO IN jack 13. RESET button 14. DC IN 15V jack 15. DC OUT ONLY port (USB) .
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 Checking the contents of the box After opening the package, check that all items in the list below are included in the package. If any items are missing, contact your dealer. Personal audio system (SRS-XB3) AC adaptor Plug (depending on your region/country) Operating Instructions Provides you with instructions on how to connect the speaker with BLUETOOTH devices and basic operations. Reference Guide Provides you with precautions and product specifications.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 Connecting to an AC outlet The speaker can be operated by connecting it to an AC outlet via AC adaptor (supplied) or built-in battery (rechargeable). Before using the speaker for the first time, be sure to charge the battery by connecting the speaker to an AC outlet via the supplied AC adaptor. You can operate the speaker by battery instead of the AC adaptor by charging the speaker before use. 1 Connect the supplied AC adaptor to the DC IN 15V jack.
When the CHARGE indicator flashes slowly in orange, the battery is running low and needs to be charged. In this state, the speaker cannot supply power to other devices. If the CHARGE indicator flashes three times in orange and turns off when you turn on the speaker, the battery is empty and needs to be charged. Note When you switch the power source between an AC outlet and battery by connecting/disconnecting the AC adaptor, the speaker may stop sound output for a short while. This is not a malfunction.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 Turning the power on 1 Press the The (power) button. (power) indicator lights up in green. Hint When you turn on the speaker for the first time after purchase, the EXTRA BASS function is on, and the indicator on the EXTRA BASS button lights up in white. Note If the CHARGE indicator flashes three times in orange and turns off when you turn on the speaker, the battery is empty and needs to be charged.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 Turning the power off 1 Press the The (power) button. (power) indicator turns off. Hint When you turn off the speaker while the BLUETOOTH standby function is on, the the BLUETOOTH standby mode.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 Using the BLUETOOTH standby function When the BLUETOOTH standby function is turned on, the speaker turns on automatically by operating a BLUETOOTH device, and starts the BLUETOOTH connection. Before operating the speaker, note the following: The BLUETOOTH standby function can be set only when the speaker is connected to an AC outlet via the AC adaptor. When the speaker is being powered by the built-in battery only, the BLUETOOTH standby function is not available.
Hint The (power) indicator lights up in orange while the speaker is turned off when the BLUETOOTH standby function is activated.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 Charging USB devices such as smartphones You can charge a USB device, such as a smartphone, by connecting it to the speaker with a USB cable (not supplied). Even if the speaker is not connected to an AC outlet, its built-in battery can supply power to a USB device. 1 Connect a USB device such as a smartphone to the DC OUT ONLY port (USB) using a USB cable (not supplied).
Music playback is not available with a USB cable.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 Auto power off function If the speaker satisfies the following conditions for 15 minutes, it turns off automatically. When the speaker is in BLUETOOTH mode No operation on the speaker. No BLUETOOTH connection has been established between the speaker and a smartphone or mobile phone via HFP/HSP. HFP and HSP are types of BLUETOOTH profiles. HSP (Headset Profile): Allows calling/cellular phone operation.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 Switching the auto power off function You can switch the auto power off function on/off. At the time of purchase, the setting is on. 1 Connect the speaker to the AC adaptor, and turn off the power. 2 Press and hold the + button and the – button at the same time for at least five seconds. (BLUETOOTH) indicator flashes three times in white. When the auto power off function switches to off, the (BLUETOOTH) indicator flashes twice in white.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 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 an AC outlet or charge the battery sufficiently. Stop playback on a BLUETOOTH device to avoid sudden loud sound output from the speaker.
details on the compatible models, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your Walkman. 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 Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device The speaker can be paired with up to eight 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 the AC outlet or 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-XB3.” 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 eight devices and another device is to be paired. The speaker can be paired with up to eight devices. If a new device is paired after eight devices have already been paired, the paired device with the oldest connection time is replaced by the new one. When the pairing information of the speaker has been deleted from the BLUETOOTH device. When the speaker is initialized, all the pairing information is deleted.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 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 The (power) indicator lights up in green. (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 eight devices. If the speaker is paired with multiple devices, it is necessary to enter pairing mode to connect.) When the BLUETOOTH standby function is turned on, the speaker turns on automatically by operating a BLUETOOTH device, and starts the BLUETOOTH connection.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 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 2.3.
The app may not be downloadable in some countries/regions. 3 Start “NFC Easy Connect” on the smartphone. Make sure that the app screen is displayed. 4 Touch the speaker with the device. Unlock the screen of the device beforehand. Keep touching the device on the N marked part of the speaker until the device responds. If the speaker is off, it will turn on when the device touches it. Follow the on-screen instructions to establish the connection. (BLUETOOTH) indicator stays lit.
Hint If you cannot connect the speaker, try the following. Start the app on the device and move the device slowly over the N marked part of the speaker. If the device is in a case, remove the case. Make sure that the app screen is displayed on the device. If you touch a device on the speaker, the device terminates the BLUETOOTH connection with the current device (NFC-compatible headset, etc.), and connects with the speaker (One-touch connection switching). (BLUETOOTH) indicator is lit.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 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 Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 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 Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 Pairing and connecting with a computer (Windows 8) The speaker can be paired with up to eight BLUETOOTH devices. Before operating the speaker, be sure to do the following: Activate the BLUETOOTH wireless function* on your computer. Place the speaker within 1 m (3 ft) of the computer. Connect the speaker to the AC outlet or charge the battery sufficiently. Stop playback on the computer to avoid sudden loud sound output from the speaker.
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 The (power) indicator lights up green. (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 3. When you turn on the speaker, the speaker tries to make a BLUETOOTH connection with the last connected BLUETOOTH device.
2. Select [SRS-XB3] and click [Next]. If a passkey* is required, enter “0000.” If [SRS-XB3] does not appear, perform the operation again from step 3. * 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-XB3] icon during installation. When the “ 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 the speaker on again. 4. Right-click on [SRS-XB3] in [Devices] and select [Sound settings] from the menu that appears. 5. Confirm [SRS-XB3Stereo] on the [Sound] screen. If there is a checkmark (green) on [SRS-XB3Stereo], proceed to step 5.
6. Right-click on [SRS-XB3Stereo], and select [Connect] from the menu that appears. When the speaker is connected, a checkmark will appear on [SRS-XB3Stereo] on the [Sound] screen. Proceed to step 5. If you cannot click [Connect] for [SRS-XB3Stereo], 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-XB3] appearing on the screen, initiate pairing mode on the speaker. (BLUETOOTH) PAIRING button until you hear beeps and the (BLUETOOTH) indicator begins Press and hold the to flash quickly in white.
The speaker is already paired with eight devices and another device is to be paired. The speaker can be paired with up to eight devices. If a new device is paired after eight devices have already been paired, the paired device with the oldest connection time is replaced by the new one. When the pairing information of the speaker has been deleted from the BLUETOOTH device. When the speaker is initialized, all the pairing information is deleted.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 Pairing and connecting with a computer (Windows 7) The speaker can be paired with up to eight BLUETOOTH devices. Before operating the speaker, be sure to do the following: Activate the BLUETOOTH wireless function* on your computer. Place the speaker within 1 m (3 ft) of the computer. Connect the speaker to the AC outlet or charge the battery sufficiently. Stop playback on the computer to avoid sudden loud sound output from the speaker.
2 Initiate pairing mode on the speaker. (BLUETOOTH) Press and hold the begins to flash quickly in white. 3 PAIRING button until you hear beeps and the (BLUETOOTH) indicator Perform the pairing procedure on the computer. 1. Click the [Start] button and then [Devices and Printers]. 2. Click [Add a device]. 3. Select [SRS-XB3] and click [Next]. If a passkey* is required on the display of the BLUETOOTH device, enter “0000.” If [SRS-XB3] does not appear on the screen, repeat the procedure from step 2.
The computer begins installing the driver. The “ ” mark will appear in the bottom left of the [SRS-XB3] icon during installation. When the “ driver installation is complete. Proceed to the next step (substep 5). ” mark disappears, 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 the speaker on again. 5. Double-click on [SRS-XB3] in [Devices]. 6.
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.
The pairing mode of the speaker is released after about 5 minutes 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 2. 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 Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 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 instructions manual that came with your 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.
2. Align your mouse with the right side of the screen (if using a touch panel, swipe from the right edge of the screen), and select [Settings] from the charms that are displayed. 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.
If there is not a checkmark (green) on [SRS-XB3 Stereo], proceed to the next step (substep 6). If [SRS-XB3 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-XB3 Stereo], and select [Connect] from the menu that appears. When the speaker is connected, a checkmark will appear on [SRS-XB3 Stereo] on the [Sound] screen.
3. If you cannot click [Connect] for [SRS-XB3 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 instructions manual for your computer. When the BLUETOOTH standby function is turned on, the speaker turns on automatically by operating a BLUETOOTH device, and starts the BLUETOOTH connection. Note When the speaker made a connection automatically with the last connected BLUETOOTH device, the BLUETOOTH function may not work properly.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 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 instructions manual that came with your 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 is lit 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 instructions manual for your computer. When the BLUETOOTH standby function is turned on, the speaker turns on automatically by operating a BLUETOOTH device, and starts the BLUETOOTH connection. Note When the speaker made a connection automatically with the last connected BLUETOOTH device, the BLUETOOTH function may not work properly.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 Connecting to a portable audio device, etc. Be sure to turn off the power of the device before making any connections. 1 Connect the device to the AUDIO IN jack using an audio cable (not supplied). Hint When an audio cable is used with the speaker, the source device switches to the one connected by the cable automatically, even if you are listening to music via BLUETOOTH connection.
Related Topic Listening to music of a portable audio device, etc.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 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.
Hint Depending on the BLUETOOTH device, it may be necessary to adjust the volume or set the audio output setting on the connected device. When you set the volume to the maximum or minimum, the (power) indicator flashes three times. Depending on the BLUETOOTH device, you may not be able to adjust the volume of the speaker by the connected device. Note If the communication condition is poor, the BLUETOOTH device may react incorrectly against the operations on the speaker.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 Selecting the wireless playback quality of the speaker The “Priority on sound quality” and “Priority on stable connection” modes are available as options for selecting the wireless playback quality of the speaker. “Priority on sound quality” enables you to playback, not only SBC, but also AAC and LDAC so that you can enjoy high quality sound via BLUETOOTH, whereas “Priority on stable connection” provides you more stable wireless playback.
conditions. In this case, change the speaker to the “Priority on stable connection” mode by performing steps 1 and 2 above.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 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 Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 Listening to music wirelessly with two speakers (Speaker Add function) By connecting two SRS-XB3 speakers via BLUETOOTH, you can select audio reproduction between stereo mode (stereo sound) and double mode (monaural sound). To use this function, two SRS-XB3 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 The The (power) button on the other speaker to turn it on. (power) indicator lights up in green. (BLUETOOTH) indicator of the speaker begins to flash in white. 2. Press and hold the ADD button until the speaker releases a sound. (BLUETOOTH) and L/R indicators flash in white. The L/R indicators then light up while the The indicator turns off.
Hint If the two speakers quickly make a BLUETOOTH connection, the L/R indicators may light up without the and the L/R indicators flashing. (BLUETOOTH) indicator Set up the second speaker within one minute. If you do not set it up within one minute, the setting of the first speaker will be canceled. 3 Operate the speaker where the (BLUETOOTH) indicator is flashing to make a BLUETOOTH connection with a BLUETOOTH device.
between the BLUETOOTH device and other BLUETOOTH device(s). To terminate the Speaker Add function while in use, press and hold the ADD button until a beep is heard. When the speaker, that had been used as the Speaker Add function the last time, is turned on, the speaker will try to establish the Speaker Add function with the other speaker that had been connected.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 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.
Stereo mode (L ch/R ch): The L indicator on one speaker and the R indicator on the other speaker are lit up in white. Stereo mode (R ch/L ch): The L indicator turns off, and the R indicator lights up in white on one speaker. On the other speaker, the R indicator turns off and the L indicator lights up in white.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 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 the speaker to the device using an audio cable. For connection, use the cable that has a stereo mini plug at both ends. 2 Turn on the speaker. The (power) indicator lights up in green. 3 Turn on the connected device.
Hint The speaker turns off automatically by the auto power off function when the speaker satisfies the following conditions for 15 minutes, and the BLUETOOTH connection is terminated. No operation on the speaker. No BLUETOOTH connection has been established between the speaker and a smartphone or mobile via HFP/ HSP. HFP and HSP are types of BLUETOOTH profiles. HSP (Headset Profile): Allows calling/cellular phone operation. HFP (Hands-Free Profile): Allows hands-free calling/cellular phone operation.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 Enjoying EXTRA BASS You can boost the low tones with the EXTRA BASS button. 1 Press the EXTRA BASS button. The EXTRA BASS indicator turns on, and bass is boosted. Press the EXTRA BASS button again to turn off the setting. About the EXTRA BASS indicator Lights up You can enjoy boosted bass (Sony-recommended sound quality). This mode is set as the default setting. Turns off You can enjoy the natural sound quality with reduced bass.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 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 your 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. (call) button for about two seconds. Switch the call device to the speaker by pressing and holding the 3 Adjust the volume by pressing the –/+ (volume) buttons on the speaker or operating the BLUETOOTH mobile phone.
Note When using the Speaker Add function, sound of the phone call is output from only the speaker where the (BLUETOOTH) indicator is lit. The sound is output from the right speaker only during a call. Depending on the BLUETOOTH mobile phone, playback may not pause when an incoming call arrives. Use a BLUETOOTH mobile phone at least 50 cm away from the speaker. Noise may result if the speaker and the BLUETOOTH mobile phone are too close.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 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 your mobile phone. 1 Connect the speaker with a BLUETOOTH mobile phone.
status on the BLUETOOTH mobile phone. Switch the call device to the speaker by pressing and holding the 3 (call) button for about two seconds. 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 (power) indicator flashes once in green. When you set the volume to the maximum or minimum, the (power) indicator flashes three times in green.
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Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 Button functions for a phone call The available functions may vary depending on the profile supported by your BLUETOOTH mobile phone. Even if the profile is the same, functions may vary depending on the device. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your BLUETOOTH mobile phone. Standby Press the (call) button once to start voice-dial (voice-dial compatible mobile phones only).
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 About the indicators CHARGE indicator (orange) Turns off Charging the speaker is completed. Lights up (orange) The speaker is being charged. Flashes slowly (orange) The built-in battery is running low and needs to be charged. In this state, the speaker cannot supply power to other devices.
Lights up The speaker is operating as the left speaker while the stereo mode of the Speaker Add function is enabled. The speaker is operating as a monaural speaker while the double mode of the Speaker Add function is enabled. R indicator (white) Flashes The speaker enters the Speaker Add function mode. Lights up The speaker is operating as the right speaker while the stereo mode of the Speaker Add function is enabled.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 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 The nameplate and important information concerning safety are located on the rear exterior of the speaker and on the surface of the AC adaptor.
Two speakers are required when using the Speaker Add function. Only the SBC codec is supported while using the Speaker Add function. If you have any questions or problems concerning the speaker that are not covered in this Help Guide, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 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 Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 Notes on water resistant feature Water resistant performance of the speaker This 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, this 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 Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 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 soft, dry 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. Put the speaker on a towel or dry cloth. Then leave it at room temperature and dry the speaker until no moisture remains.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 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.
wireless technology. 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 Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 What is LDAC? LDAC is an audio coding technology developed by Sony that enables the transmission of High-Resolution (Hi-Res) Audio content, even over a BLUETOOTH connection.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 Trademarks SONY is a trademark of Sony Corporation. The BLUETOOTH® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license. LDAC and LDAC logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. The N-Mark is a trademark or registered trademark of NFC Forum, Inc. in the United States and in other countries. Android™ and Google Play™ are trademarks of Google Inc.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 Customer support websites Please 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 Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 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. Connect the speaker to an AC outlet to charge the battery. 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.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 Unable to turn on the speaker or charge the built-in battery Charge the built-in battery. Make sure the AC adaptor is firmly connected to the speaker and the AC outlet.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 The power suddenly turns off Press the (power) button to turn on the speaker. If the speaker does not turn on, charge the speaker by connecting the AC adaptor to a wall outlet. The auto power off function may have activated. After 15 minutes in certain circumstances, such as when the volume of the audio input is low, the power will automatically turn off. Raise the volume of the connected device for use, or set the auto power function to off.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 No sound/Sound from only one speaker/Low sound level 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 disconnected from the AUDIO IN jack during playback in BLUETOOTH mode. Make sure the audio cable is firmly connected to the AUDIO IN jack during playback in AUDIO IN mode.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 Distorted sound/Humming or noise in the speaker output Turn down the volume of the connected device. If the connected device has an equalizer function, set it to off. Keep the speaker away from a microwave oven, Wi-Fi, etc. Bring the speaker and the BLUETOOTH device closer together. Remove any obstacles between the speaker and the BLUETOOTH device. Switch the BLUETOOTH connection to A2DP by operating the BLUETOOTH device when HFP or HSP is set.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 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 flashes in white. To use the Speaker Add function, pair with the speaker where the (BLUETOOTH) indicator is not flashing quickly in white, press and hold the (BLUETOOTH) PAIRING button If the (BLUETOOTH) indicator begins to flash quickly in white.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 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 in a case, remove it. NFC reception sensitivity varies depending on the device.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 Unable to connect a BLUETOOTH device with the speaker in the Speaker Add function After connecting two SRS-XB3 speakers, perform the pairing procedure between a BLUETOOTH device and the speaker (BLUETOOTH) indicator is flashing in white. Then make a BLUETOOTH connection.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 No voice/Low voice from callers Check that both this speaker and the connected device are turned on. Turn up the volume of the speaker and the connected device. Check that output of the BLUETOOTH mobile phone is set for the speaker. Select an HFP or HSP BLUETOOTH connection by operating the BLUETOOTH device.
Help Guide Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 Using the RESET button If the speaker cannot be operated despite being turned on, push the RESET button on the rear side with a pin or other pointed object while the speaker is on. The speaker is reset and turns off. 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 Personal Audio System SRS-XB3 Initializing the speaker With the speaker turned on, press and hold the – (volume) button and the seconds until the speaker turns off. (power) button at the same time for more than five The speaker is initialized. Settings such as volume, etc., are restored to the factory default settings, and all pairing information is deleted.
