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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Model: YY7855E The following explains how to use this speaker. Select a topic from the navigation pane. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Use the latest versions of the software pre-installed on the speaker and "Sony | Music Center
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connections USB device Connecting with a USB device BLUETOOTH® device Pairing and connecting with BLUETOOTH devices Connecting with a computer via the quality for music playback via a BLUETOOTH connection (Codec) Supported codecs Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) Turning on or
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Notes on water resistant feature How to care for the speaker About the BLUETOOTH wireless technology Licenses Trademarks Troubleshooting What can I do to solve a problem? Power supply Unable to charge the speaker Unable to turn on the speaker or the speaker suddenly turns off Sound No sound/Sound
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interrupted Unable to connect a BLUETOOTH device with the speaker for the Stereo Pair function Unable to connect with a speaker for the Party Connect function There is no microphone sound There is acoustic feedback Reset Restarting the speaker Initializing the speaker Specifications Specifications
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Parts and controls 1. (power) button with indicator 2. CHARGE indicator 3. Direct function keys 5
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button with indicator/ (sharp) button with indicator 13. ECHO button with indicator 14. GUITAR button with indicator 15. PLAY/CHARGE OUTPUT (DC power output only) port (USB) 16. AC input jack 17. AUDIO IN jack (Φ 3.5 mm) Topic About the indicators 5-053-791-11(1) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation 6
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Carrying/placing the speaker To carry the speaker Before carrying the speaker, disconnect all the cables connected to the speaker. Grasp the top and bottom
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Charging the speaker The speaker is capable of running on power either from an AC outlet connected by the supplied AC power cord (mains lead) or from the rechargeable built-in lithium-ion battery. When using the speaker for the first time, be sure to charge the
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" 81% - 90% (Battery Care mode): "Battery Care Mode, Fully Charged, Battery About 90%" 61% - 80%: "Battery about 80%" 41% - 60%: "Battery about 60%" 21% - 40%: "Battery about 40%" 1% - 20%: "Low Battery" Hint By using "Sony | Music Center," you can activate/deactivate the voice guidance associated
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charge the speaker. In the event that the CHARGE to be charged. Note When charging, lower the volume of the speaker. Otherwise, turn off the speaker and charge charging the built-in battery for safety reasons. It may also stop charging if charging charge the built-in battery once again. Do not charge
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Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Turning the power on 1 Press the (power) button. The (power) indicator lights up in green and the (BLUETOOTH) indicator flashes slowly in blue. When the speaker has no pairing In such a case, charge the speaker. In the event that the CHARGE indicator flashes 3 times
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Turning the power off 1 Press the (power) button. The (power) indicator and (BLUETOOTH) indicator turn off. Hint While Auto Standby (power saving) function Using the BLUETOOTH standby (auto power on) function 5-053-791-11(1) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation 13
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Using the BLUETOOTH standby (auto power on) function When built-in battery, the BLUETOOTH standby function is deactivated. Pair the speaker with a BLUETOOTH device in advance. When no pairing information is stored on the speaker, for example when the
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the speaker is turned off. (Provided that the speaker is connected to an AC outlet by the supplied AC power cord (mains lead).) Related Topic Charging the speaker Turning the power on About the indicators 15
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Charging a USB device such as a smartphone or iPhone You can charge a USB device, such as in green and the speaker starts supplying power to the connected USB device for battery charging. Note While the speaker is supplying power to the other device, the Auto
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Auto Standby (power saving) function In the event of (sound) is playing on a USB device connected to the PLAY/CHARGE OUTPUT port (USB). Hint You can turn on or off the Auto Standby function by using "Sony | Music Center." Note While a microphone or a guitar is
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Turning on/off the speaker's light (Lighting function) The speaker lights up with the music to liven up the atmosphere. When you purchase the speaker,
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By using the "Illumination" function on "Sony | Music Center," you can turn on/off the lighting function or choose the various lighting lights or turn off the lighting function. Related Topic What you can do with "Sony | Music Center" What you can do with "Fiestable" 5-053-791-11(1) Copyright 2024
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Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 supported. Note When USB cable connection is necessary, use the USB cable supplied with the USB device. See the operating instructions support all the functions provided in a connected USB device. Do not use the PLAY/CHARGE PLAY/CHARGE OUTPUT port (USB). 2 Tap
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Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Pairing and connecting with BLUETOOTH devices Pairing is the process required to mutually register the information on BLUETOOTH devices to be connected wirelessly. To pair with a second or subsequent BLUETOOTH device, perform the following pairing instructions
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a BLUETOOTH device for the first time after purchase or in the event after the speaker is initialized (the speaker has no pairing information), the speaker automatically enters pairing mode when it is turned on. Proceed to step . When the indicator is flashing slowly The speaker is searching for
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after it is turned on. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your BLUETOOTH device. When the indicator stays lit The speaker reconnect the speaker with one of the BLUETOOTH devices that have been paired with the speaker before, proceed to step . The speaker will automatically
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5 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-XV500." If a passkey* is required on the display of the BLUETOOTH device, enter "0000." * The passkey may be called a "passcode,"
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the information of the new one. The pairing information of the speaker has been deleted from the BLUETOOTH device. The speaker is initialized. All pairing information will be deleted. If you initialize Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) 5-053-791-11(1) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation 28
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Connecting with a computer via a BLUETOOTH connection (Windows®) 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
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the speaker with a BLUETOOTH device for the first time since purchase or initialize the speaker (the speaker has no pairing information), the speaker automatically enters pairing mode when it is turned on. Proceed to step . When the indicator is flashing slowly The speaker is searching for BLUETOOTH
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right after it is turned on. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your BLUETOOTH device. When the indicator stays lit The speaker reconnect the speaker with one of the BLUETOOTH devices that have been paired with the speaker before, proceed to step . The speaker will
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5 Wake the computer up if the computer is in standby (sleep) or hibernation mode. 6 Register the speaker to the computer. On Windows 11 1. Click the [Start] button, then [Settings]. 2. Click [Bluetooth & devices]. 3. Click the [Bluetooth] switch to turn on the BLUETOOTH function, and then click [Add
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4. Click [Bluetooth]. 5. Select [SRS-XV500]. If a passkey* is required, enter "0000." If [SRS-XV500] does not appear, perform the operation again from step . * The passkey may be called a "passcode," "PIN code," "PIN number," or "password." 6. After pairing, the BLUETOOTH connection establishes
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If a passkey* is required, enter "0000." If [SRS-XV500] does not appear, perform the operation again from step . * The passkey may be called a "passcode," "PIN code," "PIN number," or "password." 6. After pairing, the BLUETOOTH connection establishes automatically and [Connected music] or [Connected
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, music] will be displayed on the screen. Proceed to step . On Windows 10 1. Click the [Start] button, then [Settings]. 2. Click [Devices]. 3. Select [SRS-XV500] under "Audio" on the [Bluetooth & other devices] tab, and then click [Connect]. The icon on the screen may look different from what you
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. Hint The above instructions on the computer are provided as an example. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your computer. concurrently with up to 2 BLUETOOTH devices. (Multipoint connection) Note The pairing mode of the speaker is released after about 5 minutes and the
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Related Topic Connecting the speaker concurrently with 2 BLUETOOTH devices (multipoint connection) Listening to music of a device via a BLUETOOTH connection Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) 5-053-791-11(1) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation 37
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Connecting with a computer via a BLUETOOTH connection (Mac) 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
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the speaker with a BLUETOOTH device for the first time since purchase or initialize the speaker (the speaker has no pairing information), the speaker automatically enters pairing mode when it is turned on. Proceed to step . When the indicator is flashing slowly The speaker is searching for BLUETOOTH
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right after it is turned on. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your BLUETOOTH device. When the indicator stays lit The speaker reconnect the speaker with one of the BLUETOOTH devices that have been paired with the speaker before, proceed to step . The speaker will
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5 Search for the speaker on the computer. 1. Click [ (System Preferences)] - [Bluetooth] in the taskbar on the right-bottom of the screen. 2. Select [SRS-XV500] from the Bluetooth screen, then click [Pair]. 6 Follow the on-screen instructions to establish a BLUETOOTH connection. 41
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the screen and select [SRS-XV500] from [Output Device]. You can enjoy playing back music, etc. from your computer. Hint The above instructions on the computer are with up to 2 BLUETOOTH devices. (Multipoint connection) Note The pairing mode of the speaker is released after about 5 minutes and the
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a passkey besides "0000" is set on the BLUETOOTH device, pairing cannot be done with the speaker. When using the Stereo Pair function or the Party Connect function, you cannot use the multipoint Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) 5-053-791-11(1) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation 43
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Connecting the speaker concurrently with 2 BLUETOOTH devices (multipoint connection) procedure, see one of the following that is applicable to your device. Pairing and connecting with BLUETOOTH devices Connecting with a computer via a BLUETOOTH connection
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3 Operate the second BLUETOOTH device to search for the speaker. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to establish a BLUETOOTH connection. When a BLUETOOTH connection is established, you hear the notification sound from the speaker and the activity of the (BLUETOOTH) indicator changes
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speaker is turned on. You can perform operations including establishment and disconnection of BLUETOOTH connections by using "Sony | Music Center." Note When using the Stereo Pair function or the Party Connect function, you cannot use the multipoint connection capability. Depending on the BLUETOOTH
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Listening to music of a USB device The speaker supports the following audio file formats. MP3: file extension [.mp3] WMA: file extension [.wma] WAV: file extension [.wav] 1 Connect a USB device to the PLAY/CHARGE OUTPUT port (USB). 2 Tap USB on the speaker. 3
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Pair function or the Party Connect function is in use, the speaker is not capable of outputting the music playing on the USB device that is connected to the PLAY/CHARGE playback. If the actual content of a file with the supported file extension is not what it should be, playing Sony Corporation 48
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Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Listening to music of a device via a BLUETOOTH connection You can enjoy listening to music of a BLUETOOTH device and operate it by the speaker via a BLUETOOTH connection if it supports . Refer also to the operating instructions supplied with the BLUETOOTH device.
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3 Start playback on the BLUETOOTH device. 4 Adjust the volume by tapping -/+ (volume) on the speaker or operating the BLUETOOTH device. When you tap -/+ (volume) on the speaker or adjust the volume on the BLUETOOTH device, the (power) indicator flashes once or 3 times. Depending on the BLUETOOTH
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charge itself before using the speaker. The speaker supports content protection by the SCMS-T method. You can listen to music (or audio) from the smartphone or mobile phone, which supports the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) Charging the speaker 5-053-791-11(1) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation 51
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Selecting the quality for music playback via a BLUETOOTH connection (Codec) The " disconnected and reestablished, and then the preference turns effective. When using "Sony | Music Center" 1. Pair the speaker with a BLUETOOTH device, such as a smartphone. When a
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Music Center 3. Tap [SRS-XV500]. 4. Tap [Settings] - [Sound] - [Bluetooth then the preference turns effective. Hint When using the Stereo Pair function or the Party Connect function, the codec automatically switches you can do with "Sony | Music Center" Supported codecs 5-053-791-11(1) Copyright 2024
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Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Supported codecs A codec is an audio coding algorithm used for wirelessly transmitting audio via BLUETOOTH connections. The speaker supports coding technology developed by Sony that enables transmission of the supported codecs. Refer to the operating instructions
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Terminating the to the operating instructions supplied with the device. Turn off the BLUETOOTH device. Turn off the speaker. Hint When using the Stereo Pair function, if What you can do with "Sony | Music Center" Auto Standby (power saving) function 5-053-791
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Turning on or off the BLUETOOTH function You can connect to the speaker from a paired BLUETOOTH device when the speaker's BLUETOOTH function is is set to off: Pair and/or connect with BLUETOOTH device. Use "Sony | Music Center." 5-053-791-11(1) Copyright 2024
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Listening to music of a portable audio device, etc. through a wired connection You can use the speaker by connecting a portable audio device, etc., to the speaker
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, the (power) indicator flashes once or 3 times. Hint When you cannot hear the sound, raise the volume on the connected device. Note While the Stereo Pair function or the Party Connect function is in use, the speaker is not capable of outputting the music playing on the device that is connected
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. The cap plays a very important role in maintenance of the water resistant performance. Related Topic Auto Standby (power saving) function 5-053-791-11(1) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation 59
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Enjoying switching the sound effects You can enjoy following procedures for setup. At the time of purchase, the MEGA BASS sound effect is activated. On "Sony | Music Center," tap [SRS-XV500] - [Settings] - [Sound] - [Sound Effect] - [MEGA BASS]. Tap MEGA BASS on
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On "Sony | Music Center," tap [SRS-XV500] - [Settings] - [Power Option], and then select [STAMINA]. While the STAMINA power option is activated, the lighting function and the sound effects, including MEGA BASS, are deactivated. 5-053-791-11(1) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation 61
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Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Listening to music wirelessly with 2 speakers (Stereo Pair function) To use the Stereo Pair function, 2 SRS-XV500 device that is connected to the PLAY/CHARGE OUTPUT port (USB) or on the up for the Stereo Pair function with "Sony | Music Center" as well. Upon completion
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Deactivating the Stereo Pair function gives no effect on the established BLUETOOTH connection and the speaker BLUETOOTH device. Related Topic Using the BLUETOOTH standby (auto power on) function Installing "Sony | Music Center" Updating the pre-installed software 5-053-791-11(1) Copyright 2024
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Enjoying wireless playback using multiple speakers (Party up the speaker for the Party Connect function. For details about "Sony | Music Center," refer to the following URL: https://www.sony.net/smcqa/ 2 Start playback on the BLUETOOTH device, and adjust the
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outputting the music playing on the USB device that is connected to the PLAY/CHARGE OUTPUT port (USB) or on the device that is connected to the AUDIO or USB mode, you can set it up for the Party Connect function with "Sony | Music Center" as well. Upon completion of the setup, however, the speaker
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Using an external microphone You can output your voice from the speaker by connecting a dynamic microphone with a normal plug (Φ 6.3 mm) (commercially available). 1 Turn the MIC
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Note When using the Party Connect or Stereo Pair function, sound from the microphone is only output from the speaker to which the microphone is connected. Bringing cap are not designed for water resistant. Related Topic There is acoustic feedback 5-053-791-11(1) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation 67
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Enjoying sound from a guitar You can listen to sound from your guitar by connecting it to the MIC2/GUITAR jack (Φ 6.3 mm) on the speaker. By
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Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 What you can do with "Sony | Music Center" "Sony | Music Center" is an app for controlling Sony audio devices which are compatible with "Sony | Music Center" using your smartphone, etc. For details about "Sony device connected to the PLAY/CHARGE OUTPUT port (USB)
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Charging the speaker Turning on/off the speaker's light (Lighting function) Connecting the speaker concurrently with 2 BLUETOOTH devices (multipoint connection) Selecting the quality for music playback via a BLUETOOTH connection (Codec) Listening to music wirelessly with 2 speakers (Stereo Pair
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Installing "Sony | Music Center" Install "Sony | Music Center" on your smartphone, etc. from Google Play (Play Store) or the App Store. For Apple iOS devices, "Sony | Music Center" can be installed on the devices with iOS 11.0 or later. Installation is not
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 What you can do with "Fiestable" "Fiestable" is an app for operating Sony audio devices compatible with "Fiestable" from smartphones, etc. Available controls DJ Control You can include sound effects (Isolator, etc.) in the music being played. Illumination
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control with "Fiestable" varies depending on the connected device. The specification and design of the app may change without notice. 5-053-791-11(1) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation 74
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Installing "Fiestable" Install "Fiestable" on your smartphone, the App Store and install it. 2 When the installation is complete, start "Fiestable" from the "Sony | Music Center" screen. Note Be sure to use the latest version of "Fiestable." Related Topic What
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Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 About the indicators CHARGE indicator (orange) Unlit Lit Slow flashing Flashes 3 times and turns off Battery charging is complete. Battery charging is in progress. The built-in battery is running at 20% or less and needs to be charged. In the event that the CHARGE
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while, and then restart the speaker. For details, see Notes on charging. Triple flashing (orange) An abnormality, such as an invalid touch connected to a BLUETOOTH device. Flashes The software update was canceled by "Sony | Music Center." The software update failed. When the speaker is turned
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The speaker is in pairing mode. Double flashing The speaker is waiting for a BLUETOOTH device to connect to. Slow flashing MEGA BASS indicator (white) Lit The sound effect is set to MEGA BASS. Unlit The sound effect is set to other than MEGA BASS. STAMINA indicator (white) 78
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behind the cap on the rear side of the speaker makes the indicator flash 3 times. Related Topic Parts and controls What you can do with "Sony | Music Center" 79
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Updating the pre-installed software When a new version of . Music Center 4 Tap [SRS-XV500]. When a new version of the software is released, an update notice is displayed on the "Sony | Music Center" screen. 5 Follow the instructions on the screen to update.
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On "Sony | Music Center," tap [SRS-XV500] - [Settings] - [System]. "XXXXXXX" displayed under "SRS-XV500" charge the rechargeable built-in battery until it is charged 40% or more. You can view the remaining power of the rechargeable built-in battery on "Sony | Music Center." Related Topic Charging
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Precautions On safety Refer to the Reference Guide supplied with the speaker. of this speaker may rise, but it is not a malfunction. At high temperature, the charging may stop or the volume may reduce to protect the battery. When the speaker's light seems
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. Do not operate the touch sensor with a wet hand to avoid a malfunction. Even if you do not intend to use the speaker for a long time, charge the battery to its full capacity once every 6 months to maintain its performance. 5-053-791-11(1) Copyright 2024
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Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Notes on charging Life span of the built-in lithium ion battery Even if you do not intend to use the speaker for a long time, charge problem persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer. Note Charging time varies depending on built-in battery usage conditions. Charge
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charging itself even while the speaker is turned on. However, it may take a long time before charging charging. In an extremely cold or hot environment, charging stops for safety. If charging takes a long time, it also makes charging charging may stop or the volume may reduce to protect the
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Notes on water resistant feature Water resistant performance of the speaker The speaker, with the cap closed securely, complies with the water resistant specifications of
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 How to care for the speaker You can use the speaker more comfortably and for a longer period of time by following the speaker. Leaving moisture on its surface may cause the speaker to freeze and malfunction. 5-053-791-11(1) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation 89
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 About the BLUETOOTH wireless technology The BLUETOOTH wireless technology is a short-range wireless technology that enables communication between digital devices, such as smartphones and computers. Supported version and profiles of the BLUETOOTH standard A
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delayed from the sound played on the BLUETOOTH device while listening to music. The speaker supports security capabilities that comply with the BLUETOOTH standard to provide a secure connection when the etc. since noise may occur in broadcasts. 5-053-791-11(1) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation 91
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Licenses This product contains software that Sony uses under a licensing agreement with or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary. Services offered by third parties may be changed, suspended, or terminated without prior notice. Sony does not bear any responsibility
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Trademarks Google, Android and Google Play are trademarks of Google LLC. The LDAC™ name is a trademark of Sony Group Corporation or its affiliates. The trademarks of their respective holders. In this manual, ™ and ® marks are not specified. 5-053-791-11(1) Copyright
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 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
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Unable to charge the speaker Make sure that the AC power cord (mains lead) is connected securely to the speaker. Then, make sure that the AC power cord (mains lead) is connected securely to an AC outlet. Charge the speaker in an ambient temperature between 5 °C
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Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Unable to turn on the speaker or the speaker suddenly turns off The rechargeable built-in battery may be empty or running low. Connect the speaker to an AC outlet with the supplied AC power cord (mains lead) for battery charging Topic Charging the speaker Auto Standby
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Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 of the way. If the CHARGE indicator flashes slowly, turn off the speaker and charge the built-in battery sufficiently. may occur in broadcasts. When using the Stereo Pair function or Party Connect function, if any other instructions supplied with the device. 97
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the issue. Related Topic Charging the speaker Pairing and connecting with BLUETOOTH devices Listening to music of a device via a BLUETOOTH connection Selecting the quality for music playback via a BLUETOOTH connection (Codec) About the indicators 5-053-791-11(1) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation 98
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Sound becomes low while in use The sound may become low in the following cases. This is not a malfunction. The rechargeable built-in battery is running out of power and the CHARGE indicator flashes slowly while the speaker is running on power from the
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 The USB device is not detected; playback from an audio some USB devices may not support these FAT file systems. For details, refer to the operating instructions provided with your USB device or contact its manufacturer. Use "Sony | Music Center" to resume
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 The sound from the speaker contains noise, skips, or is or is distorted always at the same point in playback, this suggests that the file itself has a problem. The bit rate setting for creating or encoding audio files is low. Increase the bit rate and encode
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 It takes a long time before playback starts In the event of the following, it may take some time for the speaker to is too large for the speaker to handle. The internal memory of the USB device is fragmented. 5-053-791-11(1) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation 102
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Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Unable to pair the speaker with a BLUETOOTH device Place the speaker and the BLUETOOTH device within 1 m (3.2 ft) of each other. To use the Stereo Pair function or Party Connect function, pair this case, delete pairing information on the iPhone, then pair them again.
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Speaker output is interrupted While the "Priority on Sound Quality" Connection (SBC)" for the BLUETOOTH connection quality. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the device. Select "Priority on Stable Connection (SBC)" for the BLUETOOTH
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Unable to connect a BLUETOOTH device with the speaker for the Stereo Pair function Update Sony | Music Center" to the latest version before setting up the Stereo Pair function. For details about "Sony | Music Center," refer to the following URL: https://www.sony
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Unable to connect with a speaker for the Party latest version before setting up the Party Connect function. For details about "Sony | Music Center," refer to the following URL: https://www.sony.net/smcqa/ Make sure that all of the speakers to connect for the
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Unable to add a speaker for the Party Connect function To any group set up with "Sony | Music Center," use "Sony | Music Center" to add a new speaker. For details about "Sony | Music Center," refer to the following URL: https://www.sony.net/smcqa/ Make sure that
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Unable to connect the speaker concurrently with 2 devices (multipoint connection) When using the Stereo Pair function or the Party Connect function, you cannot use 2 BLUETOOTH devices (multipoint connection) 5-053-791-11(1) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation 108
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 There is no microphone sound Turn the MIC level knob or the MIC and GUITAR level knob to adjust the microphone volume. Make sure that the microphone is turned on. 5-053-791-11(1) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation 109
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 There is acoustic feedback Reduce the volume. Move the microphone away from the speaker or change the direction of the microphone off the speaker. If this happens, wait a while and then turn the speaker back on. 5-053-791-11(1) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation 110
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Restarting the speaker In the event such as the following, press and hold the (power) button for about 10 seconds to restart the speaker. You cannot operate the speaker after you turn it on. You cannot operate the speaker after you troubleshoot pairing issues.
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Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Initializing the speaker If the speaker fails to operate successfully after you such as volume, etc., are restored to the default settings, and all pairing information is deleted. Note The speaker cannot be initialized while the power is off. Related Topic
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Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XV500 Specifications Speaker Speaker system 2-way, Bass reflex Speaker unit Woofer unit: Approx. 140 mm × 140 mm (5 5/8 in × 5 5/8 in) (2) Tweeter unit: Approx. 60 mm (2 3/8 in) dia. (2) General Inputs Type A USB port: Supported A USB port (for charging the battery of a
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and the built-in battery life while audio playback from a BLUETOOTH device is in progress, see Charging the speaker. Compatible iPhone/iPod models iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Plus, 6s, iPod touch (7th generation) (As of May 2023) 5-053-791-11(1) Copyright 2024 Sony Corporation 114