Sony S-AIR AIR-A10R - Manual

Wireless Audio
Receiver
AIR-A10R
©2009 Sony Corporation Printed in China
4-148-281-11(1)
Operating Instructions
Manual de instrucciones
(reverso)
Troubleshooting
1 Make sure the AC power
adaptor is correctly and firmly
connected.
2 Find your problem in the
checklist below, and take the
indicated corrective action.
If the issue persists, contact your
nearest Sony dealer.
When bringing this unit in for
repairs, be sure to bring in the entire
system (this unit, the S-AIR main
unit and wireless transceivers).
This product is a system product,
and the entire system is needed to
determine the location requiring
repair.
The remote does not function.
 Remove any obstacles between the
remote and the remote sensor on the
unit, and position the unit away
from fluorescent lights.
 Point the remote at the remote
sensor on the unit.
 Move the remote closer to the unit.
 The remote control function is off.
Turn on the remote control function.
The S-AIR indicator is turned
off.
 Check that the AC power adaptor is
connected securely and the unit is
turned on.
 Check that the supplied wireless
transceiver is inserted securely in the
unit.
Connecting the unit and S-AIR
main unit is not possible. (The
S-AIR indicator flashes.)
 Check that the supplied wireless
transceiver is inserted securely to the
unit.
 If you use another S-AIR main unit,
place it more than 8 m (26 1 / 4 feet)
away from the S-AIR main unit you
are using.
 Confirm the S-AIR IDs of the unit
and the S-AIR main unit.
 The main unit is paired with another
S-AIR sub unit. Pair the main unit
with the sub unit you are using.
 The main unit is paired with another
S-AIR sub unit. Cancel pairing.
 Place so that the unit and the S-AIR
main unit are separated from other
wireless devices.
 Stop using any other wireless
devices.
 The connected S-AIR main unit is
turned off. Turn on the S-AIR main
unit.
The S-AIR channel fails to
change.
 Check that the unit and the S-AIR
main unit are connected properly.
 When using the Wireless Audio
Transmitter for PC as the S-AIR
main unit, sub unit operations will
not be functional if supplied PC
application is not booted or
Standard Mode is selected.
There is no sound.
 If you use another S-AIR main unit,
place it more than 8 m (26 1 / 4 feet)
away from the S-AIR main unit you
are using.
 Confirm the S-AIR IDs of the unit
and the S-AIR main unit.
 Check the pairing setting.
 Place so that the unit and the S-AIR
main unit are closer.
 Stop using any equipment that
generates electromagnetic energy,
such as a microwave oven.
 Place so that the unit and the S-AIR
main unit are separated from other
wireless devices.
 Stop using any other wireless
devices.
 Change the S-AIR ID settings of the
unit and the S-AIR main unit.
 Turn off the unit and S-AIR main
unit and then turn them on again.
 Check that the AC power adaptor is
connected securely and the unit is
turned on.
 Increase the volume of the
connected music system.
There is noise or the sound
skips.
 If you use another S-AIR main unit,
place it more than 8 m (26 1 / 4 feet)
away from the S-AIR main unit you
are using.
 Place so that the unit and the S-AIR
main unit are closer.
 Stop using any equipment that
generates electromagnetic energy,
such as a microwave oven.
 Place so that the unit and the S-AIR
main unit are separated from other
wireless devices.
 Stop using any other wireless
devices.
 Change the S-AIR ID settings of the
unit and the S-AIR main unit.
 Do not place a mobile phone near
the unit and the S-AIR main unit, as
this may result in noise.
Messages
CANCEL : Time out without pairing.
COMPLETE! : Pairing is completed.
S-AIR ID A : Sets the S-AIR ID to “A.”
S-AIR ID B : Sets the S-AIR ID to “B.”
S-AIR ID C : Sets the S-AIR ID to “C.”
LINKED : The unit is connected to the
S-AIR main unit.
PAIRING : Pairing is in progress.
REMOTE OFF : The unit is not
accepting signals from the remote
because the remote control function
is set to “REMOTE OFF.”
REMOTE ON : Displayed when the
remote control disable mode is
cleared.
S-AIR : Displayed from the point
power of the unit is turned on until
connection with the S-AIR main
unit is established.
UNLINKED: The connection with the
S-AIR main unit is cut off.
Specifications
Wireless transceiver
(EZW-RT10A)
Communication System: S-AIR
Specification version 1.0
Frequency band: 2.4000 GHz 
2.4835 GHz
Modulation method: DSSS
Power requirements: DC 3.3 V,
350 mA
Dimensions (w/h/d): 50 Ч 13 Ч 60 mm
(2 Ч 17 / 32 Ч 2 3 / 8 in)
Mass: 24 g (1 oz)
General
Power requirements: 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Dimensions (w/h/d): Approx. 166 Ч
41 Ч 139 mm (6 5 / 8 Ч 1 5 / 8 Ч 5 1 / 2 in)
Mass: Approx. 333 g (11.7 oz) (not
including the supplied accessories)
Supplied accessories: Wireless
transceiver (EZW-RT10A) (1)/
Remote commander (RM-ANU062) (1)/
R03 (size AAA) batteries (2)/
AC power adaptor (AC-ES608K3) (1)/
Audio cable (1)
Design and specifications are subject
to change without notice.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire
or electric shock, do not
expose this apparatus to
rain or moisture.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose the AC power
adaptor to dripping or splashing, and
do not place objects filled with liquids,
such as vases, on the apparatus.
As the main plug of AC power adaptor
is used to disconnect the AC power
adaptor from the mains, connect it to
an easily accessible AC outlet. Should
you notice an abnormality in it,
disconnect it from the AC outlet
immediately.
The unit is not disconnected from the
mains as long as the AC power adaptor
is connected to the AC outlet, even if
the unit itself has been turned off.
Do not expose batteries or apparatus
with battery-installed to excessive heat
such as sunshine, fire or the like.
The nameplate is located on the
bottom exterior.
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are
located on the bottom of the unit.
Record these numbers in the space
provided below. Refer to them
whenever you call upon your Sony
dealer regarding this product.
Model No.
Serial No.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and
found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the
following measures:
 Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
 Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
 Connect the equipment into an
outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is
connected.
 Consult the dealer or an
experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved
in this manual could void your
authority to operate this equipment.
For the wireless transceiver (EZW-RT10A)
This device complies with Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this
device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This equipment must not be co-located
or operated in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.
This equipment complies with FCC
radiation exposure limits set forth for
uncontrolled equipment and meets the
FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure
Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65.
This equipment should be installed
and operated with at least 20cm and
more between the radiator and person’s
body (excluding extremities: hands,
wrists, feet and ankles).
 “S-AIR” and its logo are trademarks of
Sony Corporation.
 The Bluetooth word mark and logos are
owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any
use of such marks by Sony Corporation is
under license. Other trademarks and trade
names are those of their respective owners.
 iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc.,
registered in the U.S. and other countries.
 iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc.
 All other trademarks and registered
trademarks are of their respective holders.
In this manual, ™ and ® marks are not
specified.
Features
The AIR-A10R is an “S-AIR”
compatible product. It is also called the
“S-AIR sub unit.”
Connecting the S-AIR main unit
(transmitter product, hereafter called
“main unit”) with the S-AIR sub unit
(receiver product, hereafter called “sub
unit”) using “S-AIR” technology, you
can use each unit in a remote location.
For example, you can install this unit
in the bedroom, with the music system
connected by the audio cable, and then
install the main unit in the living
room. You can then listen to music
from the main unit located in the
living room with the music system
connected with this unit in the
bedroom.
This unit is compatible with a main
unit with “MULTI SOURCE” mode,
and the coupling operation. The
coupling operation establishes a
connection between the sub unit and
optional S-AIR remote commander.
Music system AIR-A10R
Precautions
Notes on use of the S-AIR
product
 As the S-AIR product transmits
sound by radio waves, sound may
skip when radio waves are
obstructed. This is a characteristic of
radio waves and is not a
malfunction.
 As the S-AIR product transmits
sound by radio waves, equipment
that generates electromagnetic
energy, such as a microwave oven,
may interfere with sound
transmission.
 As the S-AIR product uses radio
waves that share the same frequency
as other wireless systems, such as
wireless LAN or Bluetooth devices,
interference or poor transmission
may result. In this case, take the
following steps:
 Do not install the S-AIR product
near other wireless systems.
 Do not use S-AIR product and
the other wireless systems at the
same time.
 The transmission distance differs
depending on the usage
environment. Find a location where
transmission between the unit and
the S-AIR main unit is most
effective, and install the unit and the
S-AIR main unit there.
On safety
 Operate the unit only on the power
sources specified in “Specifications”.
 Completely disconnect the AC
power adaptor from the wall socket
(mains) if it is not going to be used
for an extended period of time.
When unplugging the AC power
adaptor, always grip the AC power
adaptor. Never pull by the cord itself.
 Should any solid object or liquid get
into the unit, unplug the unit, and
have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it again.
On placement
 At low temperature, characters
change in the display more slowly,
but it is not a malfunction.
 Do not place the unit in an inclined
position or in locations that are
extremely hot, cold, dusty, dirty,
humid or lacking adequate
ventilation, subject to vibration,
direct sunlight or a bright light.
 Be careful when placing the unit on
surfaces that have been specially
treated (for example, with wax, oil,
polish) as staining or discoloration
of the surface may result.
On heat buildup
Heat buildup in the unit during
operation is normal and is not cause
for alarm.
Cleaning the cabinet
Clean the cabinet with a soft dry cloth.
Do not use any type of abrasive pad,
scouring powder, or solvent, such as
thinner, benzine, or alcohol.
S-AIR (Sony Audio
Interactive Radio frequency)
Recent times have seen the rapid
spread of DVD media, Digital
Broadcasting, and other high-
quality media.
To ensure that the subtle nuances of
these high-quality media are
transmitted with no deterioration,
Sony has developed a technology
called “S-AIR” for the radio
transmission of digital audio signals
with no compression, and has
incorporated this technology into
the EZW-RT10A.
This technology transfers digital
audio signals with no compression
using the 2.4 GHz band range of
ISM band (Industrial, Scientific, and
Medical band), such as wireless
LANs and Bluetooth applications.
Hooking up the unit
 Wireless transceiver
Insert the supplied wireless transceiver
(EZW-RT10A) securely into the EZW-
RT10 slot on the rear panel of the unit.
Check the orientation of the  mark
when inserting the supplied wireless
transceiver (EZW-RT10A). Failure to
do so may result in damage to the unit.
Push to insert the wireless transceiver
firmly until you cannot see it from the
side.
Notes
 Make sure to turn off the unit when
inserting or removing the supplied wireless
transceiver (EZW-RT10A). Failure to do so
may result in damage to the unit.
 Do not touch the terminals of the supplied
wireless transceiver (EZW-RT10A).
 Do not insert any device other than the
supplied wireless transceiver (EZW-
RT10A) into the EZW-RT10A slot.
 S-AIR ID selector
Set the same S-AIR ID for this unit and
the S-AIR main unit to be connected.
For details on setting the S-AIR ID, see
“Establishing the connection with an
S-AIR main unit.”
 Power
Connect the Sony AC power adaptor
(supplied) to the DC IN 6 V jack of the
unit firmly, and plug it into a wall
socket.
Note on the AC power adaptor
Use the supplied Sony AC power
adaptor only. The polarity of the plugs
of other manufacturers may be
different. Failure to use the supplied
AC power adaptor may cause the unit
to malfunction.
 AUDIO OUT L/R (white/red)
jacks
Connect an optional music system,
such as an audio component, to the
jacks using the supplied audio cable.
Match the color of the jacks with those
of music system when connecting.
White
Red
To a music system
(not supplied)
Establishing the
connection with an S-AIR
main unit
Connect the unit and S-AIR main unit
to listen to sound from the S-AIR main
unit.
You can easily establish the connection
by setting the same S-AIR ID for this
unit and S-AIR main unit.
1 Operate the S-AIR main unit to
turn on the S-AIR function.
For details on turning on the S-AIR
function, refer to the Operating
Instructions supplied with the
S-AIR main unit.
2 Set the S-AIR ID of the unit to
the same S-AIR ID as the S-AIR
main unit to be connected.
For details on setting the S-AIR ID
of the S-AIR main unit, refer to the
Operating Instructions supplied
with the S-AIR main unit.
3 Press  to turn on the unit.
Once the connection is established,
the S-AIR indicator on the unit
lights up and “LINKED” appears in
the display for a few seconds.
Identifying the main unit
with a specific sub unit
(Pairing operation)
It is easy to set the same S-AIR ID for
the main unit and the sub units to
establish the connection.
However, if a neighbor has an S-AIR
main unit with the same S-AIR ID as
your S-AIR main unit, the neighbor
may be able to hear the audio
transmitted from your S-AIR main
unit on the neighbor’s system. Also,
you may be able to hear the audio
transmitted from your neighbor’s
S-AIR main unit on your system. To
prevent this, you can identify the main
unit with a specific sub unit by
performing the pairing operation.
Before pairing
The connection is established by the
S-AIR ID (example).
Your system Neighboring
system
ID:A
Main unit
Sub unit  Sub unit 
ID:A ID:A
Getting Started
EZW-RT10A
Wireless transceiver
To a Wall socket
AC power
adaptor
To DC IN
6 V jack
After pairing
The connection is established between
the paired main unit and sub unit.
Your system Neighboring
system
Pairing
ID:A
Main unit
Sub unit  Sub unit 
ID:A ID:A
not connected
1 Place the sub unit to be paired
near the main unit.
Pair the main unit with the sub
unit one at a time.
2 Check that the power of the
main unit and the sub unit are
turned on.
3 Check that the S-AIR ID of the
main unit is the same as the
S-AIR ID of the sub unit.
4 Operate the S-AIR main unit to
turn on the pairing function.
For details on turning on the
pairing function, refer to the
Operating Instructions supplied
with the S-AIR main unit.
5 Press the PAIRING button on
the rear panel of the unit using
a pointed object.
“PAIRING” is displayed as a
message in the display. When
completed, the display message
changes to “COMPLETE!” and
stays on for a few seconds.
“PAIRING” in the display turns on
at the same time.
To cancel pairing
Change the S-AIR IDs of the unit and
the S-AIR main unit to different S-AIR
IDs.
To stop the pairing operation
midway
Press the PAIRING button again.
To pair the main unit with
multiple sub units
Repeat steps 1 through 5.
Inserting the batteries in
the supplied infrared
remote
Slide and remove the battery
compartment lid, and insert the two
supplied R03 (size AAA) batteries, 
side first, matching the polarities
shown below.
Notes on using the remote
 With normal use, the batteries should last
for about six months.
 Do not mix an old battery with a new one
or mix different types of batteries.
 If you do not use the remote for a long
period of time, remove the batteries to
avoid damage from battery leakage and
corrosion.
Operations
Listening to the sound of
the connected S-AIR main
unit
You can use the S-AIR function to
listen to the sound of an S-AIR main
unit in a remote location.
To enjoy audio of the S-AIR with this
sub unit, connect the unit directly with
an optional music system.
1 Perform the procedure
described in “Establishing the
connection with an S-AIR main
unit” and check that the S-AIR
indicator is lit.
2 Check that the music system (an
audio component, etc.) is
securely connected to the
AUDIO OUT L/R jacks of this
unit.
3 Turn on the music system and
operate it to output sound.
4 Press S-AIR CH +/– repeatedly
to select the desired S-AIR
channel of the S-AIR main unit.
Depending on the connected
S-AIR main unit, the operation
may differ. For details, refer to the
Operating Instructions supplied
with the S-AIR main unit.
To operate the S-AIR main unit
from the unit
You can perform the following
operations using the buttons on the
remote or unit.
To Press
Start playback. 
Stop playback. 
Pause playback. 
Select sound source. S-AIR CH +/–
Select track. /
Depending on the connected S-AIR
main unit, the operation may differ.
Refer to the Operating Instructions of
the S-AIR main unit.
Note
When the main unit is used in combination
with an iPod or iPhone, S-AIR unit button
operation of the iPod or iPhone will be as
follows.
Status of
iPod or
iPhone Operations with S-AIR
units
 or  
Playback Pause Pause
Pause Playback No change
Off Playback LCD on
Changing the display
To change the information on
the display while the unit is on
Press DISPLAY.
Each time you press the button, the
display changes as follows:
When the unit is connected to an S-AIR
main unit:
Information of connected main unit 
Model name of connected main unit
 ...
Up to 16 characters of information can
be displayed.
When the unit is not connected to an
S-AIR main unit:
“S-AIR”  “UNLINKED”  ...
Turning off the supplied
infrared remote control
function
In addition to the unit you already
have, you can connect other S-AIR sub
units to a single S-AIR main unit and
use them together.
However, when using multiple S-AIR
sub units near each other, all the S-AIR
sub units may receive the same signal
from the remote and the connected
S-AIR main unit may not function
properly. To prevent this, you can turn
off the remote control function of the
S-AIR sub units.
Use buttons on the S-AIR sub unit
whose remote control function you
want to turn off.
1 Press  to turn off the unit.
2 Press and hold S-AIR CH+, and
then press .
“REMOTE OFF” is displayed, and
the setting is complete. Even when
you try controlling the unit using
the remote, “REMOTE OFF” is
displayed and the unit will not
accept the signal from the remote.
To turn on the remote control
function
Perform steps 1 and 2 above and check
that “REMOTE ON” appears in the
display.
Note
Even when the remote control function is
turned off,  on the remote will continue
to function.
Advanced operations
Enjoying different sound
source with multiple sub
units
Use a main unit that can set the
MULTI SOURCE mode.
When selecting the MULTI SOURCE
mode, you can listen to different sound
source with each sub unit.
For setting up and details, refer to the
Operating Instructions of the main
unit.
To identify the unit using the
optional S-AIR remote
commander AIR-RM10
(Coupling operation)
This unit is compatible with the
coupling operation. The coupling
operation establishes a connection
between the sub unit and optional
S-AIR remote commander. For details,
refer to the Operating Instructions of
the optional S-AIR remote
commander.
When coupling is in progress,
“COUPLING…” is displayed.
When completed, the display message
changes to “COUPLING OK” and
stays on for a few seconds. “CPL” in
the display turns on at the same time.
About the error message when setting
the coupling operation
“INVALID” is displayed if the S-AIR
main unit is not compatible with the
MULTI SOURCE mode or the
coupling operation.
“FAILED” or “ERROR” is displayed if
an error occurs while setting the
coupling operation.
For details on the coupling operation,
refer to the Operating Instructions of
the optional S-AIR remote
commander.
STANDBY indicator
Remote sensor
S-AIR indicator
Unit
Wireless strength
/ (power)
Remote (RM-ANU062)
Tactile dot
/ (power)