Sony HT-ST5 Operating Instructions - Page 20

BLUETOOTH wireless technology Supported BLUETOOTH version and profiles Profile refers to a standard set of functions for various BLUETOOTH product features. Refer to "Specifications" (page 27) for the BLUETOOTH version and profiles supported by this system. Notes  To use the BLUETOOTH function, the BLUETOOTH device to be connected must support the same profile as this system. Even if the device supports the same profile, the functions may differ because of the specifications of the BLUETOOTH device.  Audio playback on this system may be delayed from that on the BLUETOOTH device because of the characteristics of the BLUETOOTH wireless technology. Effective communication range BLUETOOTH devices should be used within approximately 10 meters (33 feet) (unobstructed distance) of each other. The effective communication range may become shorter under the following conditions;  When a person, metal object, wall or other obstruction is between devices with a BLUETOOTH connection  Locations where a wireless LAN is installed  Around microwave ovens that are in use  Locations where other electromagnetic waves are generated Effects of other devices BLUETOOTH devices and wireless LAN (IEEE 802.11b/g) equipment use the same frequency band (2.4 GHz). When using your BLUETOOTH device near a device with wireless LAN capability, electromagnetic interference may occur. This could result in lower data-transfer rates, noise, or inability to connect. If this happens, try the following remedies:  Connect this system and BLUETOOTH mobile phone or BLUETOOTH device when you are at least 10 meters (33 feet) away from the wireless LAN equipment. 20US  Turn off the power to the wireless LAN equipment when using your BLUETOOTH device within 10 meters (33 feet). Effects on other devices The radio waves broadcast by this system may interfere with the operation of some medical devices. Since this interference may result in malfunction, always turn off the power to this system, BLUETOOTH mobile phone and BLUETOOTH device in the following locations:  In hospitals, on trains or airplanes, at gas stations, and any place where flammable gasses may be present  Near automatic doors or fire alarms Notes  This system supports security functions that comply with the BLUETOOTH specification as a means of ensuring security during communication using BLUETOOTH technology. However, this security may be insufficient, depending on the settings and other factors. So always be careful when performing communication using BLUETOOTH technology.  Sony shall not be held liable in any way for damages or other loss resulting from information leaks during communication using BLUETOOTH technology.  BLUETOOTH communication is not necessarily guaranteed with all BLUETOOTH devices that have the same profile as this system.  BLUETOOTH devices connected with this system must comply with the BLUETOOTH specification prescribed by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and must be certified to comply. However, even when a device complies with the BLUETOOTH specification, there may be cases where the characteristics or specifications of the BLUETOOTH device make it impossible to connect or may result in different control methods, display, or operation.  Noise may occur or the audio may cut off, depending on the BLUETOOTH device connected with this system, the communications environment, or surrounding conditions.