Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 The following explains how to use this speaker. Select a topic from the navigation pane.
Lighting function Turning on/off the speaker’s light (Lighting function) Making connections How to make a wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices BLUETOOTH 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 10) Pairing and connecting with a computer (Windows 8) Pair
Enjoying wireless playback using multiple speakers (Wireless Party Chain function) Terminating the Wireless Party Chain function Listening to music of a portable audio device, etc.
The power suddenly turns off Sound No sound/Sound from only one speaker/Low sound level/Distorted sound/Humming or noise in the speaker output/No voice or low voice from callers Sound becomes low while in use BLUETOOTH Unable to pair the speaker with a BLUETOOTH device Unable to connect the speaker to a BLUETOOTH device with One-touch connection (NFC) Unable to connect a BLUETOOTH device with the speaker in the Speaker Add function Unable to connect with a speaker in the Wireless Party Chain function Res
Table Of Contents SRS-XB20 Help Guide....................................................................................................................i Getting Started.................................................................................................................................i What you can do with the speaker.................................................................................................1 Parts and controls..............................................................
Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use)...........................................................61 Wireless Party Chain function.........................................................................................................ii Enjoying wireless playback using multiple speakers (Wireless Party Chain function)..................................................................................................................................71 Terminating the Wireless Party Chain function.....
Unable to connect a BLUETOOTH device with the speaker in the Speaker Add function..........................................................................................................................108 Unable to connect with a speaker in the Wireless Party Chain function..............................109 Reset..............................................................................................................................................iv Using the RESET button..............................
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 What you can do with the speaker One-touch connection (NFC) BLUETOOTH ® Ver. 4.2 Compatible BLUETOOTH profiles*1 : A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, SPP 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 Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 Parts and controls PAIRING button/indicator 1. (power) CHARGE indicator 2. (BLUETOOTH) indicator 3. 4. –/+ (volume) buttons 5. L (left)/R (right) indicators 6. ADD button (play) button 7. (call) BATT (battery) button 8. LIGHT button/indicator 9. EXTRA BASS The lighting built in the speaker is turned on/off when you press and hold this button for about 3 seconds.
11. Microphone 12. Lighting 13. Cap 14. AUDIO IN jack 15. RESET button 16. DC IN 5V jack .
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 Charging the speaker The speaker contains a rechargeable lithium ion battery which should be charged more than 1 hour before using the speaker for the first time. 1 Make sure that the speaker is turned off. 2 Connect the speaker to a booted computer or AC outlet to charge. When charging from a booted computer Connect the micro-USB cable (supplied) to the speaker, then connect the other end to a booted computer.
output capacity of the connected USB device. The time stated below may vary depending on the ambient temperature or conditions of use. When connecting to a USB device which has the ability to output in 1.5 A: about 4 hours *1 (recommend) When connecting to a USB device which has the ability to output in 500 mA: about 12 hours *1 The CHARGE indicator will turn off when charging has ended.
When you switch the power source between a booted computer/AC outlet and battery by connecting/disconnecting the USB cable, the speaker may stop sound output for a short while. This is not a malfunction. When using the speaker for the first time, be sure to charge the battery for more than 1 hour before turning on the power. In an extremely cold or hot environment, charging stops for safety. If charging takes a long time, it also makes charging of the speaker stop.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 Turning the power on 1 Press the (power) PAIRING button. (power) indicator lights up in white and the (BLUETOOTH) indicator flashes slowly in white. The When you turn on the speaker for the first time after purchase or there is no pairing information stored in the speaker, the (BLUETOOTH) indicator will begin to flash quickly in white.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 Turning the power off 1 Press the The (power) PAIRING button. (power) indicator and (BLUETOOTH) indicator turn off. Hint If you turn off the speaker when it is connected to a booted computer or AC outlet via a USB AC adaptor (not supplied), and while the (power) indicator lights up in orange and the speaker enters the BLUETOOTH standby mode.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 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 is available only when the speaker is connected to a booted computer or AC outlet via a USB AC adaptor (not supplied).
5 Tap [Settings]. 6 Tap [Power Option]. 7 Tap [BT Standby] to set the BLUETOOTH standby mode to on. 8 Tap [Done]. To turn off the BLUETOOTH standby function Perform steps to again to turn off the BLUETOOTH standby function then tap [Done]. Hint The (power) indicator lights up in orange while the speaker is turned off when the BLUETOOTH standby function is activated.
Related Topic Turning the power on How to make a wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices About the indicators 4-694-127-11(3) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation 11
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 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 Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 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 a booted computer or AC outlet via a USB AC adaptor (not supplied), and turn off the power. 2 Press and hold the + button and the – button at the same time for at least 5 seconds. (BLUETOOTH) indicator flashes 3 times in white.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 Turning on/off the speaker’s light (Lighting function) The speaker shines according to music to liven up the atmosphere. 1 Turn on the speaker. (power) indicator lights up in white. The The front part of the speaker lights up. To turn off (light off)/turn on (light on) the lighting function Press and hold the EXTRA BASS LIGHT button for about 3 seconds.
Hint The illumination setting (changing the Lighting Mode) can be executed with SongPal.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 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 a booted computer or AC outlet via a USB AC adaptor (not supplied), otherwise charge the battery sufficiently. Stop playback on a BLUETOOTH device.
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 Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device The speaker can be paired with up to 8 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 a booted computer or AC outlet via a USB AC adaptor (not supplied), otherwise 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-XB20.” 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.
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. The speaker is already paired with 8 devices and another device is to be paired. The speaker can be paired with up to 8 devices. If a new device is paired after 8 devices have already been paired, the paired device with the oldest connection time is replaced by the new one.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 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 white. (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 8 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. Note When the speaker made a connection automatically with the last connected BLUETOOTH device, the BLUETOOTH function may not work properly.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 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 4.
Follow the on-screen instructions to establish the connection. (BLUETOOTH) indicator stays lit. When the BLUETOOTH connection is established, To disconnect, touch the speaker with the device again. Hint Even if the speaker is not turned on, the (BLUETOOTH) indicator flashes when touching with a device. When the connection is established, the (BLUETOOTH) indicator lights up in white. If you cannot connect the speaker, try the following. Move the device over the N-mark part of the speaker slowly.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 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 Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 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 Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 Pairing and connecting with a computer (Windows 10) Pairing is the process required to mutually register the information on BLUETOOTH devices to be connected wirelessly. It is necessary to pair a device with the speaker to be able to make a BLUETOOTH connection for the first time. Perform same procedures to pair to other devices. Do the following before starting. Make sure that your computer has the BLUETOOTH wireless function.
2 Turn on the speaker. The The (power) indicator lights up in white. (BLUETOOTH) indicator flashes 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 When you turn on the speaker, the speaker tries to make a BLUETOOTH connection with the last connected BLUETOOTH device.
2. Select [SRS-XB20]. If [SRS-XB20] does not appear on the screen, repeat the procedure from step . After pairing, the BLUETOOTH connection establishes automatically and [Connected music] will be displayed on the screen. 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.
Hint The procedure explained above is for guidance only. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the computer. You can perform pairing or connect to another BLUETOOTH device even when a BLUETOOTH connection is established. In this case, the previous connection will be disconnected. SongPal has no function of play music via BLUETOOTH connection. Play music with your BLUETOOTH devices such as smartphones, computers, etc.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 Pairing and connecting with a computer (Windows 8) Pairing is the process required to mutually register the information on BLUETOOTH devices to be connected wirelessly. It is necessary to pair a device with the speaker to be able to make a BLUETOOTH connection for the first time. Perform same procedures to pair to other devices. Do the following before starting. Make sure that your computer has the BLUETOOTH wireless function.
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 in white. (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 When you turn on the speaker, the speaker tries to make a BLUETOOTH connection with the last connected BLUETOOTH device.
2. Select [SRS-XB20] and click [Next]. If a passkey* is required, enter “0000.” If [SRS-XB20] does not appear, perform the operation again from step * . 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-XB20] icon during installation. When the “ disappears, 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 on the speaker again. 4. Right-click on [SRS-XB20] in [Devices] and select [Sound settings] from the menu that appears. 5. Confirm [SRS-XB20Stereo] on the [Sound] screen. If there is a checkmark (green) on [SRS-XB20Stereo], proceed to step .
6. Right-click on [SRS-XB20Stereo], and select [Connect] from the menu that appears. When the speaker is connected, a checkmark will appear on [SRS-XB20Stereo] on the [Sound] screen. Proceed to step . If you cannot click [Connect] for [SRS-XB20Stereo], 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-XB20] appearing on the screen, initiate pairing mode on the speaker. (power) PAIRING button until you hear the voice guidance and the (BLUETOOTH) indicator Press and hold the begins to flash quickly in white.
finishing the process, repeat from step . 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. The speaker is already paired with 8 devices and another device is to be paired. The speaker can be paired with up to 8 devices. If a new device is paired after 8 devices have already been paired, the paired device with the oldest connection time is replaced by the new one.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 Pairing and connecting with a computer (Windows 7) Pairing is the process required to mutually register the information on BLUETOOTH devices to be connected wirelessly. It is necessary to pair a device with the speaker to be able to make a BLUETOOTH connection for the first time. Perform same procedures to pair to other devices. Do the following before starting. Make sure that your computer has the BLUETOOTH wireless function.
When you turn on the speaker, the speaker tries to make a BLUETOOTH connection with the last connected BLUETOOTH device. If the device is nearby and its BLUETOOTH function is on, the BLUETOOTH connection is (BLUETOOTH) indicator stays lit. When you want to connect another BLUETOOTH established automatically and the device, terminate the current BLUETOOTH connection by operating the currently connected BLUETOOTH device.
If a passkey* is required on the display of the BLUETOOTH device, enter “0000.” If [SRS-XB20] does not appear on the screen, repeat the procedure from step . * A passkey may be called “Passcode,” “PIN code,” “PIN number” or “Password.” 4. When the following screen appears, click [Close]. The computer begins installing the driver. The “ ” mark will appear in the bottom left of the [SRS-XB20] icon during installation. When the “ disappears, driver installation is complete.
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.
Note 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 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 Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 Connecting with a paired computer (Windows 10) Do the following before starting. If you have connected the speaker with the other device, turn off the BLUETOOTH function on the device. Stop playback on the computer. Turn down the volume of the computer and speaker to avoid any sudden loud sound output from the speaker. Activate the BLUETOOTH function on your computer.
2. Select [Connect] in the Action Center on the right-bottom of the screen. 3. Select [SRS-XB20]. [Connected music] will be displayed on the screen. 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 procedure explained above is for guidance only. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the computer. You can perform pairing or connect to another BLUETOOTH device even when a BLUETOOTH connection is established. In this case, the previous connection will be disconnected. SongPal has no function to play music via BLUETOOTH connection. Play music with your BLUETOOTH devices such as smartphones, computers, etc.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 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 operating instructions supplied with the 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-XB20 Stereo], proceed to the next step (substep 6). If [SRS-XB20 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-XB20 Stereo], and select [Connect] from the menu that appears. When the speaker is connected, a checkmark will appear on [SRS-XB20 Stereo] on the [Sound] screen.
. If you cannot click [Connect] for [SRS-XB20 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 operating instructions supplied with the 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 Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 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 operating instructions supplied with the 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 lights 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.
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. You can enjoy playing back music Hint The operation above is an example. For more details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the computer. When the BLUETOOTH standby function is turned on, the speaker turns on automatically by operating a BLUETOOTH device, and starts the BLUETOOTH connection.
Pairing and connecting with a computer (Windows 7) Listening to music of a device via BLUETOOTH connection Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) Using the BLUETOOTH standby function 4-694-127-11(3) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation 55
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 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.
indicator flashes once or 3 times in white. During playback, you can use the buttons on the speaker to perform the following operations. Pause Press the (play) button during playback to pause. Press it again to cancel pause. Skip to the beginning of the next track Press the (play) button twice during playback. Skip to the beginning of the current track Press the (play) button 3 times during playback.
Note If the communication condition is poor, the BLUETOOTH device may react incorrectly against the operations on the speaker. When you connect a portable audio device, etc., to the speaker’s AUDIO IN jack while listening to music via BLUETOOTH connection, the speaker switches to the AUDIO IN mode automatically. In this case, music of the BLUETOOTH device is not output (if the BLUETOOTH connection is active, the hands-free function is available).
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 Selecting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality (Codec) The “Priority on sound quality” and “Priority on stable connection” modes are available as options for selecting the playback quality of BLUETOOTH audio streaming.
Communication may become unstable in the “Priority on sound quality” mode, depending on the setting of your BLUETOOTH device and ambient conditions. In this case, change the speaker to the “Priority on stable connection” mode.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 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 Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 Switching the BLUETOOTH devices connected at the same time (Multi-device connection) Up to 3 BLUETOOTH devices can be connected to the speaker at the same time. When one of the devices starts playing back while playing back music, the speaker switches the output and starts outputting the sound from the device. Operations may vary depending on the BLUETOOTH device. Also, it may not be connected depending on the combination of devices.
connection, you cannot use the hands-free function.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 Listening to music wirelessly with two speakers (Speaker Add function) By connecting two SRS-XB20 speakers via BLUETOOTH, you can select audio reproduction between stereo mode (stereo sound) and double mode (monaural sound). To use this function, two SRS-XB20 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 (power) PAIRING button on the second speaker to turn it on. (BLUETOOTH) indicator of the speaker begins to flash in white. The 2. Press and hold the ADD button for about 3 seconds until a beep is heard. (BLUETOOTH) and L/R indicators flash in white. The L/R indicators then light up while the The indicator turns off.
Set up the second speaker within 1 minute. If you do not set it up within 1 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. (BLUETOOTH) indicator of the speaker stops flashing and lights up, the BLUETOOTH connection is When the established. 4 Start playback on the BLUETOOTH device, and adjust the volume to moderate level.
Note If you reset or initialize one of the two speakers while using the Speaker Add function, make sure to turn off the other speaker. If you do not turn off the other speaker before restarting the Speaker Add function, there may be problems in making a BLUETOOTH connection and outputting sound. (BLUETOOTH) indicator flashes. The device When you make a BLUETOOTH connection by One-touch (NFC), touch the speaker where the (BLUETOOTH) indicator turns off.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 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.
Related Topic Listening to music wirelessly with two speakers (Speaker Add function) 4-694-127-11(3) Copyright 2017 Sony Corporation 69
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 Terminating the Speaker Add function To terminate the Speaker Add function, follow the procedure below. 1 Press and hold the ADD button for about 3 seconds until a beep is heard. Hint If a portable audio device, etc. is connected to the AUDIO IN jack, the speaker automatically switches to AUDIO IN mode, and the Speaker Add function is terminated. The Speaker Add function will not be terminated even if the speaker is turned off.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 Enjoying wireless playback using multiple speakers (Wireless Party Chain function) You can enjoy music at the same time by combining up to 10 devices which are compatible with the Wireless Party Chain function. Prepare devices compatible with the Wireless Party Chain function in advance. Compatible devices: SRS-XB20 , SRS-XB30, SRS-XB40 For the latest compatible devices, refer to the following support page. http://www.sony.
3. Press and hold the ADD and + (volume) buttons for about 6 seconds until a beep is heard. (BLUETOOTH) and L/R indicators flash in white. After about 6 seconds, a beep is heard, then the L/R indicators light (BLUETOOTH) indicator keeps flashing. up once and slowly flash alternately. The 2 Connect the second and more speakers. The following operation is an example when connecting SRS-XB20 as the second speaker.
Hint Connect the second speaker within 1 minute. After 1 minute or more, the speaker setting is canceled. 3. To connect other speakers as well, repeat steps – 1 to 2. Hint When connecting the third and more speakers, connect it within 30 seconds after connecting the previous speaker. After 30 seconds or more, the speaker cannot be connected. If you want to add another speaker after connecting (30 seconds or more), operate step 3 – 3, then operate steps – 1 to 2. Start playback. 1.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 Terminating the Wireless Party Chain function To terminate only one speaker Press the (power) PAIRING button of the speaker you want to terminate. To terminate all connections and exit the Wireless Party Chain function Press the (power) as the first one). PAIRING button on the speaker on which the (BLUETOOTH) indicator lights up (the speaker set up If a portable audio device, etc.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 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 a device to the AUDIO IN jack with an audio cable (not supplied). For connection, use an audio cable with a stereo mini plug (no resistance)* at both ends. * 2 If you use an audio cable (with stereo mini plugs) with significant resistance, the sound may be lower.
3 Turn on and start playback on the connected device. 4 Adjust the volume to a moderate level on the connected device. 5 Press the –/+ (volume) buttons to adjust the volume. When you press the –/+ (volume) buttons, the (power) indicator flashes once in white. When you set the volume to the (power) indicator flashes 3 times. maximum or minimum level on the speaker, the Hint When you cannot hear the sound, raise the volume on the connected device.
HSP (Headset Profile): Allows calling/cellular phone operation. HFP (Hands-Free Profile): Allows hands-free calling/cellular phone operation. Note If you connect an audio cable to the AUDIO IN jack, the output from the device connected to the AUDIO IN jack has priority, and you will not hear (BLUETOOTH) indicator lights up or flashes in white to indicate the BLUETOOTH status. the sound from the BLUETOOTH device. The Absence of sound from the BLUETOOTH device does not indicate any trouble with the speaker.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 Enjoying EXTRA BASS By emphasizing the heavy bass sound, you can enjoy a realistic sound. 1 Press the EXTRA BASS LIGHT button. The EXTRA BASS indicator lights up. To cancel EXTRA BASS Press the EXTRA BASS LIGHT button again to turn off the EXTRA BASS indicator. Note Depending on the music, the EXTRA BASS effects may not be so noticeable. Related Topic Listening to music of a device via BLUETOOTH connection Listening to music of a portable audio device, etc.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 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 the 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. 3 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 white.
If the caller cannot hear or can barely hear your voice, talk more directly into the microphone of the speaker. Note When using the Speaker Add function or Wireless Party Chain function, sound of the phone call is output from only the speaker where the (BLUETOOTH) indicator lights up in white. The sound is output only from the right speaker 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 (1.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 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 the mobile phone. 1 Connect the speaker with a BLUETOOTH mobile phone.
the BLUETOOTH mobile phone. Switch the call device to the speaker by pressing and holding the 3 (call) button for about 2 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 white.
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 What you can do with SongPal SongPal is an app for controlling Sony audio devices which are compatible with SongPal by your smartphone, iPhone, etc. For details about SongPal, refer to the following URL: http://info.songpal.sony.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 Installing SongPal Install SongPal on your smartphone, iPhone, etc. from Google Play or the App Store. 1 Download SongPal from Google Play or the App Store and install it. 2 When the installation is completed, start SongPal. Note Be sure to use the latest version of SongPal. If you cannot connect this product and a BLUETOOTH device via BLUETOOTH, uninstall SongPal and try to connect via BLUETOOTH again.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 Using the voice assist function (Google app) By using the Google app feature that comes with the Android smartphone, you can speak to the speaker’s microphone to operate the Android smartphone. The following shows how to use the Google app. 1 Select the Google app for [Assist App] in [Assist & Voice input]. On the Android smartphone, select [Settings] – [Apps]. A gear icon appears in the top-right corner of the display.
Note The Google app cannot be activated when you say “OK Google” through the speaker’s microphone even when the Android smartphone’s [OK Google] setting is on.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 Using the voice assist function (Siri) By using the Siri function that comes with the iPhone/iPad, you can speak to the speaker’s microphone to operate the iPhone/iPad. The following shows how to use Siri. 1 Turn on Siri. On iPhone/iPad, select [Settings] – [Siri] to turn on Siri. The operation above is an example. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the iPhone/iPad.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 About the indicators CHARGE indicator (orange) Turns off Charging the speaker is completed. Lights up The speaker is being charged. Flashes slowly The built-in battery is running low and needs to be charged. Flashes 3 times and turns off If the CHARGE indicator flashes 3 times and goes off when you turn on the speaker, the battery is empty and needs to be charged.
Flashes slowly The speaker is searching for a BLUETOOTH device to connect to. L/R indicators Flashes The speaker enters the Speaker Add function. 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. Alternately flashes slowly The speaker enters the Wireless Party Chain function.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 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 Before operating the speaker, be sure that the operating voltage of the speaker is identical with that of your local power supply.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 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 Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 Notes on water resistant feature Water resistant performance of the speaker The 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, the 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 Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 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 dry, soft 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. The sound quality may change when water enters the speaker section. It is not malfunction.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 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.
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 Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 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 Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 Customer support websites 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 Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 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. Charge the speaker. 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., and deletes all pairing information.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 Unable to turn on the speaker or charge the built-in battery Charge the built-in battery. Make sure the micro-USB cable is firmly connected to the speaker and booted computer. When using a USB AC adaptor (not supplied), make sure the micro-USB cable is firmly connected to the speaker and the USB AC adaptor. In addition, make sure the USB AC adaptor is firmly connected to an AC outlet.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 The power suddenly turns off The battery may be running low. Charge the speaker by connecting the speaker to a booted computer or an AC outlet via a USB AC adaptor (not supplied). 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 Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 No sound/Sound from only one speaker/Low sound level/Distorted sound/Humming or noise in the speaker output/No voice or low voice from callers 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.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 Sound becomes low while in use The sound may become low in the following cases. This is not a malfunction. When the battery is running low and the CHARGE indicator flashes in orange while the speaker is being powered by the built-in battery only. When the battery is running low as a result of using the speaker at a loud volume for a long time even if the speaker is connected to a booted computer or AC outlet via a USB AC adaptor (not supplied).
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 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) To use the Speaker Add function or Wireless Party Chain function, pair with the speaker where the indicator flashes in white. (BLUETOOTH) indicator is not flashing quickly in white, press and hold the (power) PAIRING button until you If the (BLUETOOTH) indicator begins to flash quickly in white.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 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 attached with a case, remove it. NFC reception sensitivity varies depending on the device.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 Unable to connect a BLUETOOTH device with the speaker in the Speaker Add function After connecting two SRS-XB20 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 Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 Unable to connect with a speaker in the Wireless Party Chain function After connecting two speakers, perform the pairing procedure between a BLUETOOTH device and the speaker where the (BLUETOOTH) indicator is flashing in white. Then, make a BLUETOOTH connection.
Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 Using the RESET button If the speaker cannot be turned on or cannot be operated despite it being turned on, open the cap on the rear side and push the RESET button with a pin or other pointed objects. 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 Wireless Speaker SRS-XB20 Initializing the speaker With the speaker turned on, press and hold the – (volume) button and the more than 5 seconds until the speaker turns off. (power) PAIRING button at the same time for The speaker is initialized. Settings such as volume, etc., are restored to the factory default settings, and all pairing information is deleted.
