4-117-793-32(1)
Wireless
Audio System
Operating Instructions
AIR-SA20PK
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Features
e AIR-SA20PK is an “S-AIR” compatible packaged product that consists of one S-AIR
main unit AIR-SA15Ti and two S-AIR sub units AIR-SA15R.
Connecting the S-AIR main unit (hereaſter called “Main unit”) with the S-AIR sub
units (hereaſter called “Sub units”) using “S-AIR” technology, you can use each unit in a
remote location.
For example, you can install the sub units, one in the study room and the other in the
bedroom, and then install the main unit in the living room. You can then listen to the
music from the main unit located in the living room by controlling the sub units.
You can also connect the main unit to an optional AV system (such as a TV), and on this
optional AV system you can enjoy audio, video and photo contents of an iPod which is
connected to the main unit.
Study room
Living room
Bedroom
Sub unit
Sub unit
Main unit and iPod
AV system
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-RT10/EZW-RT10A.
is 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.
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Sub unit
Sub unit (AIR-SA1ꢃR) (ꢀ)
Unpacking
Check that you have all the following
items.
Main unit
Main unit (AIR-SA1ꢃTi) (1)
Wireless transceiver (EZW-RT10 or
EZW-RT10A) (ꢀ)*
Wireless transceiver (EZW-RT10 or
EZW-RT10A) (1)*
Remote (RM-ANU0ꢂꢄ) (ꢀ)
Remote (RM-ANU0ꢂꢃ) (1)
R0ꢁ (size AAA) batteries (ꢂ)*
R0ꢁ (size AAA) batteries (ꢀ)*
Others
Operating Instructions (this
manual) (provided in each
language)
FM lead antenna (1)
One of the following two antennas is
supplied.
Warranty (1)
or
* e same type of wireless transceivers and
batteries are used for the main unit and the
sub units.
AM loop antenna (1)
iPod Dock Adapters (1 set)
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Guide to parts and controls
Main unit (AIR-SA15Ti/Wireless Audio Transmitter)
Front panel
Rear panel
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Remote for the main unit
(RM-ANU045)
POWER.indicator.(18)
Lights up when the main unit is turned
on.
iPod.connector.(17,.23,.27)
Place an iPod on the connector to listen
to audio contents stored in the iPod.
You need to connect the supplied iPod
Dock Adapter first to use an iPod.
For details on the supplied iPod Dock
Adapters, refer to the instructions
supplied with the iPod Dock Adapters.
S-AIR.indicator
Lights up when the main unit is turned
on with the supplied wireless transceiver
inserted.
Unit:.TUNING/SELECT.+/.(20,.
23,.25,.26,.35)
Press to tune in the desired station.
Press to select a menu item.
Remote:.TUNING.+/.(25,.26)
Press to tune in the desired station.
ILLUMINATION.(31)
Press to change the illumination
brightness.
ENTER.(20,.23,.26,.35)
BAND.(25)
Press to select FM or AM reception
mode.
Press to enter the settings.
Illumination.(31)
You can change the brightness using
.
ILLUMINATION
SYSTEM.MENU.(20,.23,.26,.35)
Press to enter the system menu.
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Display.(11)
Buttons.for.controlling.an.iPod
.(play/pause).(24)
Press to start or pause playback.
Remote.sensor
/.(24)
Press to skip to the previous/next track.
Hold down to find a point in a track.
ANTENNA.jacks.(16,.17)
Connect the supplied FM lead antenna
and AM loop antenna.
MENU.(24)
Press to return to the previous menu.
Works much like the Menu button on
the iPod.
POWER.switch.(18,.32)
Switch for turning the main unit on or
off.
/.(24)
Press to select a menu item or track for
playback.
iPod.AUDIO.OUT.L/R.jacks.(27)
iPod.VIDEO.OUT.jack.(27)
Connect an optional AV system, such as
a TV, etc.
ENTER.(24)
Press to execute the selected item or play
the selected track.
PARTY.CH.(23,.25,.27)
Press to select the sound source when the
S-AIR mode is set to “PARTY.”
S-AIR.ID.selector.(17,.18)
Select the S-AIR ID to connect with the
sub units.
S-AIR.MODE.(23)
Press to select the S-AIR mode.
PAIRING.button.(20)
Press to perform pairing.
Battery.compartment.lid.(18)
EZW-RT10.slot.(17)
Insert the supplied wireless transceiver.
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Display
PRESET.+/.(27)
Press to select a preset station.
DISPLAY.(23,.27,.28)
Press to view the information on the
display.
S-AIR.mode.indicator.(23)
PAIRING.indicator.(19)
Text.information
Tuner.reception.mode.(25)
Tuner.reception.(25)
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Sub unit (AIR-SA15R/Wireless Speaker System)
Front panel
Rear Panel
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Remote for the sub unit (RM-ANU046)
.(play).(24,.30)
Press to start or pause playback of an
iPod connected to the main unit.
.(pause).(24)
Press to pause or start playback of an
iPod connected to the main unit.
/CANCEL.(stop/cancel).(24,.35)
Press to pause playback of an iPod
connected to the main unit.
/.(21,.24,.29)
Press to skip to the previous/next track of
an iPod connected to the main unit.
Hold down to find a point in a track of an
iPod connected to the main unit.
PRESET.+/.(27)
Press to select a preset station.
DISPLAY.(28,.31,.35)
.(power).(18,.30,.35)
Press to turn on or off the sub unit.
Press to display the information of the
connected main unit or clock in the
display.
SLEEP.(29)
Press to set the Sleep Timer.
STANDBY.indicator.(32)
Lights up when the sub unit is turned
off .
S-AIR.CH.(24,.26,.27)
Press to select the S-AIR channel of the
connected main unit.
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CLOCK.TIMER/MENU.(21,.29)
CLOCK.TIMER/ENTER.(21,.29,.31)
PAIRING.button.(20)
Press to perform pairing.
Press to set the clock and the Daily
Timer.
EZW-RT10.slot.(17)
Insert the supplied wireless transceiver.
VOLUME.+/.(24,.29,.31)
Press to adjust the volume.
Battery.compartment.lid.(18)
S-AIR.indicator.(19)
Lights up while the sub unit is connected
to the main unit.
Flashes when the sub unit is not
connected to the main unit.
Remote.sensor
Display.(15)
.(headphones).jack
Connect optional headphones.
S-AIR.ID.selector.(17,.18)
Select the same S-AIR ID as the main
unit.
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Display
Timer.indicator.(29)
Text.information
Wireless.strength
Indicates the S-AIR signal strength.
Play/Pause
PAIRING.indicator.(19)
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Getting Started
Hooking up the system
Main unit
Wall socket
or
Sub unit
Wall socket
AM loop antenna
FM lead antenna (Extend it horizontally.)
White side for North American model
Brown side for other models
Wireless transceiver
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To use the iPod
Wireless transceiver
Insert an iPod Dock Adapter into the
iPod connector on the main unit before
use.
Insert the supplied wireless transceiver
(EZW-RT10 or EZW-RT10A) securely
into the EZW-RT10 slot on the rear panel
of each unit.
For details on the supplied iPod Dock
Adapters, refer to the instructions
supplied with the Dock Adapters.
Check the orientation of the mark
when inserting the supplied wireless
transceivers (EZW-RT10 or EZW-
RT10A). Failure to do so may result in
damage to the unit.
Notes
Make sure to turn off the main unit and the
sub units when inserting or removing the
supplied wireless transceivers (EZW-RT10 or
EZW-RT10A). Failure to do so may result in
damage to the unit.
Do not touch the terminals of the supplied
wireless transceivers (EZW-RT10 or EZW-
RT10A).
To remove the iPod Dock Adapter, pull
it up with your fingernail or a flat object
using the slot inside the adapter.
Slot
Do not insert any device other than the
supplied wireless transceivers (EZW-RT10 or
EZW-RT10A) into the EZW-RT10 slot.
S-AIR ID selector
Set the same S-AIR ID for the main unit
and the sub units. For details on setting
the S-AIR ID, see “Establishing the S-AIR
connection” (page 18).
FM/AM antennas
Find a location and an orientation that
provide good reception, and then set up
the antenna.
Keep the antennas away from the power
supply cord to avoid picking up noise.
Power
Connect the power supply cord and the
power cord to a wall socket.
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To use the remote
Slide and remove the battery
compartment lid, and insert the two
supplied R03 (size AAA) batteries,
side first, matching the polarities shown
below.
Establishing the S-AIR
connection
You can easily establish the connection
by setting the same S-AIR ID for the
main unit and the sub units.
Remote for the main unit
(RM-ANU0ꢂꢃ)
1
Check.that.the.wireless.
transceivers.are.inserted.
securely.to.the.main.unit.and.
the.sub.units.(page.17).
2
Turn.on.the.main.unit.and.the.
sub.units.
Main.unit
Remote for the sub unit
(RM-ANU0ꢂꢄ)
Set the POWER switch on the rear
panel to “ON.”
e POWER indicator on the unit
lights up.
Sub.units
Press .
3
Set.the.same.S-AIR.ID.for.the.
main.unit.and.the.sub.units.
Main.unit
Notes on using the remote
Set the S-AIR ID selector on the rear
panel to the desired S-AIR ID.
With normal use, the batteries should last for
about six months.
Do not mix an old battery with a new one or
Sub.units
mix different types of batteries.
Set the S-AIR ID selector on the rear
panel to the same S-AIR ID as the
main unit.
If you do not use the remote for a long period
of time, remove the batteries to avoid damage
from battery leakage and corrosion.
Tip
e S-AIR ID is set at the factory to “A.”
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Before pairing
4
Confirm.the.connection.status.
e connection is established by the S-
AIR ID (example).
Once the connection between
the main unit and the sub units is
established, the S-AIR indicators on
the sub units light up and “LINKED”
appears in the displays of the sub
units for about 2 seconds.
Your system
Neighboring
system
Main unit
ID A
Tip
Up to 10 sub units (sold separately) can be
connected with the main unit.
Identifying the main unit with
a specific sub unit (Pairing
operation)
ID A
ID A
It is easy to set the same S-AIR ID for the
main unit and the sub units to establish
the connection.
Sub unit
Sub unit
However, if a neighbor has an S-AIR
main unit with the same S-AIR ID as
your S-AIR main unit, 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.
After pairing
e connection is established between
the paired main unit and sub unit.
Your system
Neighboring
system
Main unit
ID A
ID A
ID A
Sub unit
Sub unit
Pairing
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1
Place.the.sub.unit.to.be.paired.
near.the.main.unit.
Pair the main unit with the sub units
one at a time.
If the S-AIR connection is
unstable
Since the S-AIR product uses radio waves
that share the same frequency (2.4 GHz)
as other wireless systems, such as wireless
LAN or Bluetooth devices, interference
or poor transmission may result if you
use other wireless systems near the main
unit and/or the sub units.
In this case, the connection may be
improved by changing the RF CHANGE
(Radio Frequency Change) setting on the
main unit.
2
3
4
Check.that.the.power.of.the.
main.unit.and.the.sub.unit.are.
turned.on.
Check.that.the.S-AIR.ID.of.the.
main.unit.is.the.same.as.the.S-
AIR.ID.of.the.sub.unit.
Press.the.PAIRING.buttons.on.
the.rear.panel.of.the.main.unit.
and.the.sub.unit.using.a.pointed.
object.
When pairing is performed, the
displays on both the main unit and
the sub unit change as follows:
“PAIRING” “COMPLETE”
1
2
Press.SYSTEM.MENU.on.the.unit.
Press.TUNING/SELECT.+/.on.
the.unit.repeatedly.until.“RF.
CHG”.appears,.then.press.ENTER.
on.the.unit.
3
Press.TUNING/SELECT.+/.on.
the.unit.repeatedly.to.select.the.
desired.setting.
To cancel pairing
Change the S-AIR IDs of the main unit
and the sub unit to different S-AIR IDs.
e default setting is underlined.
AUTO:
To stop the pairing operation midway
Normally select this setting. e main
unit changes the RF CHANGE setting
to “ON” or “OFF” automatically.
Press the PAIRING button again.
To pair the main unit with multiple
sub units
ON:
e main unit transmits sound by
searching for the best channel for
transmission.
Repeat steps 1 through 4.
OFF:
e main unit transmits sound using
a fixed channel for transmission.
When you select this setting, select
the S-AIR ID that provides the best
connection.
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4
Press.ENTER.on.the.unit.to.exit.
the.system.menu.
Setting the clock of the
sub units
Use buttons on the unit to set the clock.
1
2
Press./.to.turn.on.the.unit.
Select.the.clock.set.mode.
Press CLOCK/TIMER MENU. If the
current mode appears on the display,
press / repeatedly to select
“CLOCK,” and then press CLOCK/
TIMER ENTER.
3
Set.the.time.
Press / repeatedly to set the
hour, and then press CLOCK/TIMER
ENTER. Use the same procedure to
set the minute.
Note
e clock settings are canceled when you
disconnect the power cord or if a power failure
occurs.
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Operations
Selecting the S-AIR mode
When connecting to multiple sub units, you can listen to different sound sources on
each sub unit (MULTI SOURCE mode) or to the same sound source on both sub units
(PARTY mode) by selecting the S-AIR mode accordingly.
Use the main unit to set the S-AIR mode.
MULTI SOURCE mode
Study room
Living room
Bedroom
iPod
Tuner
Sub unit
Sub unit
Main unit and iPod
PARTY mode
Study room
Bedroom
iPod
iPod
Sub unit
Sub unit
Living room
Main unit and iPod
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Press.S-AIR.MODE.on.the.remote.
repeatedly.until.the.desired.S-AIR.
mode.indicator.lights.up.in.the.
display.
Listening to iPod
music using the S-AIR
connection
Use the sub units to listen to the music of
an iPod connected to the main unit.
You can control the connected iPod from
either the main unit or the sub units.
e default setting is underlined.
MULTI SOURCE:
Select this setting to listen to different
sound sources on each sub unit.
PARTY:
Select this setting to listen to the same
sound source on multiple sub units.
To use an iPod, refer to the user’s guide
of your iPod.
To select the S-AIR mode from the
system menu
Using the main unit
1
2
Press.SYSTEM.MENU.on.the.unit.
Press.TUNING/SELECT.+/.on.the.
unit.repeatedly.until.“MODE”.appears,.
then.press.ENTER.on.the.unit.
1
Place.an.iPod.on.the.iPod.
connector.as.shown.below.
3
Press.TUNING/SELECT.+/.on.the.
unit.repeatedly.to.select.“MULTI”.or.
“PARTY,”.then.press.ENTER.on.the.
unit.
e selected S-AIR mode appears on
the display.
Now, you are ready to listen to the
connected iPod using the sub units.
To check the S-AIR mode when the
display of the main unit is turned off
Press DISPLAY on the remote.
2
Select.the.iPod.channel.
When the S-AIR mode is set to
“PARTY”:
Press PARTY CH on the remote
repeatedly until “iPod” appears in the
display.
Notes
When you change the S-AIR mode, the iPod
channel is automatically selected for the
connected sub units.
When connecting the main unit to an S-AIR
sub unit (such as the AIR-SA10) which is not
compatible with the MULTI SOURCE mode,
set the main unit to the PARTY mode. You
can then select the S-AIR channel from the
S-AIR sub unit.
When the S-AIR mode is set to
“MULTI SOURCE”:
e iPod channel is internally
activated. Go to step 3.
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To
Press
3
Start.playback.
Choose the
selected
item
ENTER. You can choose
the selected item much
like the center button on
the iPod.
Operate the iPod to start playing the
music. You can also operate the iPod
using the remote (see “To control the
iPod using the main unit”).
Return to
MENU. You can return to
the previous the previous menu much
menu
like the Menu button on
the iPod.
Using the sub units
1
Place.an.iPod.on.the.iPod.
connector.on.the.main.unit.
To control the iPod using the sub units
You can control your iPod with the
following buttons on the remote or unit.
2
3
Select.the.iPod.channel.
Press S-AIR CH repeatedly until
“iPod” appears in the display.
To
Press
Start
playback
.
Start.playback.
Pause
playback
, or /CANCEL.
To resume playback, press
or .
Operate the iPod to start playing the
music. You can also operate the iPod
using the remote (see “To control the
iPod using the sub units”).
Skip a track
/
.
Find a point Hold down
/
in a track
during playback, and
release the button at the
desired point.
To control the iPod using the main unit
You can control your iPod with the
following buttons on the remote.
Adjust the
volume
VOLUME +/.
To
Press
Start
playback
.
Pause
playback
.
To resume playback, press
again.
Select a
/
. You can scroll up or
menu or
track for
playback
down the iPod menus.
Skip a track
/
.
Find a point Hold down
/
in a track
during playback, and
release the button at the
desired point.
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To use the main unit as a battery
charger
Listening to the
radio using the S-AIR
connection
You can use the main unit as a battery
charger for the iPod when the main unit
is on.
e charging begins when the iPod
is placed on the iPod connector. e
charging status appears in the iPod
display. For details, refer to the user’s
guide of your iPod.
To stop charging the iPod, remove the
iPod or turn off the main unit.
Using the main unit
1
Select.the.tuner.channel.
When the S-AIR mode is set to
“PARTY”:
Notes
When placing or removing the iPod, handle
the iPod in the same angle as that of the
iPod connector on the main unit and do not
twist or sway the iPod to prevent connector
damage.
Do not carry the main unit with an iPod
set on the connector. Doing so may cause a
malfunction.
When placing or removing the iPod, brace
the main unit with one hand and take care
not to press the controls of the iPod by
mistake.
Before disconnecting the iPod, pause
playback.
You cannot adjust the volume using the main
unit.
e volume level does not change even if
adjusted on the iPod.
Press PARTY CH on the remote
repeatedly until “FM” or “AM”
appears in the display.
When the S-AIR mode is set to
“MULTI SOURCE”:
e tuner channel is internally
activated. Go to step 2.
2
3
Select.“FM”.or.“AM.”
Press BAND repeatedly.
Perform.automatic.tuning.
Press and hold TUNING +/ on
the remote (or TUNING/SELECT
+/ on the unit) until the frequency
indication changes and then release.
e main unit is designed for iPod only. You
cannot connect any other portable audio
players.
Depending on the iPod model you are using
and its status, operations using the main unit
and the sub units may not be accepted or the
wrong operations may be performed.
“AUTO” lights up in the display.
Scanning stops automatically when
a station is tuned in, and then
“TUNED” and “ST” (for FM stereo
programs only) appear.
Sony cannot accept responsibility in the
event that data recorded to iPod is lost or
damaged when using an iPod with this S-AIR
product.
When you tune in a station that
provides RDS services, the station
name appears on the display.
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Using the sub units
When a radio station is tuned on the
main unit, you can listen to that station
by following the steps below.
To tune in a radio station using the sub
units, that station needs to be preset
beforehand (see “To call up a preset radio
station using the sub units” (page 27)).
Presetting radio
stations
You can preset your favorite radio
stations and tune them in instantly
by selecting the corresponding preset
number.
Use the main unit to preset the radio
stations.
1
Select.the.tuner.channel.
Press S-AIR CH repeatedly until
“TUNER” appears in the display.
1
Tune.in.the.desired.station.
See “Listening to the radio using the
S-AIR connection” (page 25).
2
Select.“FM”.or.“AM.”
Press and hold S-AIR CH until “FM”
changes to “AM” or vice versa.
2
3
Press.SYSTEM.MENU.on.the.unit.
Press.TUNING/SELECT.+/.
on.the.unit.repeatedly.until.
“MEMORY”.appears,.then.press.
ENTER.on.the.unit.
To tune in a station with a weak signal
using the main unit
If “TUNED” does not appear and the
scanning does not stop, press TUNING
+/ on the remote (or TUNING/
SELECT +/ on the unit) repeatedly to
tune in the desired station.
To reduce static noise on a weak FM
stereo station using the main unit
Preset number
1
2
Press.SYSTEM.MENU.on.the.unit.
4
Press.TUNING/SELECT.+/.on.
the.unit.repeatedly.to.select.
your.desired.preset.number.
If another station is already assigned
to the selected preset number,
the station is replaced by the new
stations.
Press.TUNING/SELECT.+/.on.the.
unit.repeatedly.until.“FM.MODE”.
appears,.then.press.ENTER.on.the.
unit.
3
Press.TUNING/SELECT.+/.on.
the.unit.repeatedly.until.“MONO”.
appears,.then.press.ENTER.on.the.
unit.
ere will be no stereo effect, but the
reception will improve.
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5
6
Press.ENTER.on.the.unit.
Using an optional AV
system
Repeat.steps.1.through.5.to.
store.other.stations.
You can preset up to 20 FM and 10
AM stations. e preset stations are
retained for about half a day even if
you disconnect the power supply cord
or if a power failure occurs.
You can enjoy audio and video of the
connected iPod with an optional AV
system.
1
Connect.an.optional.AV.system.
(such.as.a.TV,.etc.).to.the.iPod.
AUDIO.OUT.L/R.jacks.and/or.
the.iPod.VIDEO.OUT.jack.of.the.
main.unit.using.an.optional.
audio.cord.and/or.video.cable.
To call up a preset radio station using
the main unit
Press PRESET +/ repeatedly.
To call up a preset radio station using
the sub units
2
3
Place.an.iPod.on.the.iPod.
connector.on.the.main.unit.
1
2
3
4
Preset.radio.stations.on.the.main.unit.
(see.“Presetting.radio.stations”.(page.
26)).
Start.playback.of.the.iPod.
See “Listening to iPod music using
the S-AIR connection” (page 23).
Select.the.tuner.channel.
Press S-AIR CH repeatedly until
“TUNER” appears in the display.
Note
e tuner’s sound cannot be output through
the iPod AUDIO OUT L/R jacks.
Before enjoying video, adjust the video
settings on the iPod to the appropriate
settings according to your situation.
Select.“FM”.or.“AM.”
Press and hold S-AIR CH until “FM”
changes to “AM” or vice versa.
Press.PRESET.+/.repeatedly.to.
select.a.preset.station.
Tip
Even if you change the S-AIR mode or the
S-AIR channel using PARTY CH, audio and/or
video from the connected iPod will continue
to be output from the iPod AUDIO L/R jacks
and/or the iPod VIDEO OUT jack.
To check the frequency of the station
name
Press DISPLAY on the remote for the
main unit or DISPLAY on the sub unit
while the station name is displayed.
To return the station name indication,
press DISPLAY while the frequency is
displayed.
e display on both the main unit and
sub unit is switched if DISPLAY is
pressed on either the main unit or sub
unit.
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To turn off the display of the sub unit
When the sub unit is turned off, the clock
is displayed. You can turn off the clock
display to minimize the amount of power
consumed (Power Saving Mode).
Press DISPLAY on the unit when the
clock is displayed.
Changing the display
Using the main unit
To view the information on the display
Press the button again to display the
clock.
Press DISPLAY on the remote.
Note
Regardless of the selected S-AIR mode, when
the same S-AIR channel is selected on multiple
sub units and you change the display of any one
of them, the display on all sub units will change
(only when the information of the connected
main unit is displayed).
Using the sub units
To change the information on the
display while the sub unit is on
Press DISPLAY on the unit. Each time
you press the button, the display changes
as follows:
When the sub unit is connected to
the main unit:
Information of the connected main unit1)
Model name of the connected main
unit2) Clock2) ...
When the sub unit is not connected
to the main unit:
“S-AIR” “UNLINKED”2) Clock2)
...
1)
Depending on the iPod model you are
using, up to 16 characters of the following
information can be viewed, for example,
while playing the iPod.
Track name
Artist name
Album name
Elapsed playing time of the track
Characters that cannot be displayed appear
as “_”.
When listening to the radio, the frequency or
the station name is displayed.
Displayed for about 8 seconds.
2)
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4
Set.the.time.to.start.playing.
Using the Timers
Press / repeatedly to set the
hour, and then press CLOCK/TIMER
ENTER.
e minute indication flashes. Use the
procedure above to set the minute.
e sub units offer two timer functions.
If you use the Daily Timer with the Sleep
Timer, the Sleep Timer has priority.
Use buttons on the unit to set the timers.
5
6
Use.the.same.procedure.as.in.
step.4.to.set.the.time.to.stop.
playing.
Sleep Timer:
You can fall asleep to music. is
function works even if the clock is not
set.
Press./.repeatedly.to.
select.the.desired.option.
e default setting is underlined.
Press SLEEP repeatedly.
Note
Even if you set the timer, no sound is output
from the sub units if playback on the connected
main unit ends within the set time period or if
communication with the main unit is cut off.
ALARM:
An alarm is output.
AUTO:
Sound from the connected main unit
is output. However, an alarm sounds
in the following cases.
Daily Timer:
You can wake up to the sound of the
connected main unit at a preset time.
Make sure you have set the clock.
When communication with the
main unit is cut off.
When no sound is output from the
main unit or the audio signal level
is too low.
When the main unit is not ready
for playback at the set start time.
Note that the alarm continues
to sound even if the main unit
becomes ready aſter the start time
has passed.
1
Press.VOLUME.+/.repeatedly.
to.adjust.the.volume.level.
while.viewing.the.volume.level.
indication.on.the.display.
2
3
Press.CLOCK/TIMER.MENU.
Press./.repeatedly.
to.select.“TIMER,”.then.press.
CLOCK/TIMER.ENTER.
7
Press.CLOCK/TIMER.ENTER.
e display shows the timer settings.
“ON TIME” appears, and the hour
indication flashes.
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To activate or check the timer again
8
9
If.you.selected.“ALARM”.in.step.
6,.go.to.step.9..
If.you.selected.“AUTO”.in.step.
6,.prepare.the.sound.source.on.
the.main.unit.
1
Press.CLOCK/TIMER.MENU.
“SELECT” flashes in the display.
2
3
Press.CLOCK/TIMER.ENTER.
Press./.repeatedly.to.select.
“TIMER.”
iPod:
Select the track to be played back
by the timer, and set the iPod to the
pause mode.
4
Press.CLOCK/TIMER.ENTER.
To cancel the timer
Tuner:
Tune in the desired station (see
“Listening to the radio using the
S-AIR connection” (page 25) and
“Presetting radio stations” (page 26)).
1
Press.CLOCK/TIMER.MENU.
“SELECT” flashes in the display.
2
3
Press.CLOCK/TIMER.ENTER.
Press./.repeatedly.to.select.
“OFF.”
Press..to.turn.off.the.unit.
e sub unit turns on about 45
seconds before the preset time.
If the sub unit is on at the preset time,
the Daily Timer will not play.
4
Press.CLOCK/TIMER.ENTER.
To change the setting
Start over from step 1.
To stop the alarm
Press any button.
Note
Even when “AUTO” is selected in step 6 and
the iPod is to be played using the timer, timer
playback may not start and the iPod may be
set to the pause mode if the iPod was being
played by another sub unit when the timer
started operating. In this case, press on the
sub unit.
Tip
e Daily Timer setting remains as long as the
setting is not canceled manually.
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Turning off the remote Changing the
control function of the illumination
sub units
brightness of the main
unit
When using the multiple sub units near
each other, all the sub units may receive
the same signal from the remote and the
main unit may not function properly. To
prevent this, you can turn off the remote
control function of the sub units.
Use buttons on the sub unit whose
remote control function you want to
turn off.
Press.ILLUMINATION.repeatedly.
Each time you press the button, the
illumination brightness changes as
follows:
Bright Darkened Off
1
2
Press..to.turn.off.the.unit.
Press.DISPLAY.repeatedly.until.
the.clock.is.displayed.
3
Press..while.holding.down.
CLOCK/TIMER.ENTER.
“RMT OFF” appears in the display
and the sub unit is turned on. If you
try controlling the sub unit using
the remote, “RMT OFF” appears in
the display and the sub unit will not
accept the signal from the remote.
To turn on the remote control function
Perform steps 1 and 3 above and check
that “RMT ON” appears in the display.
Note
Even when the remote control function is
turned off, and VOLUME +/ on the
remote will continue to function.
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General
Others
The remote does not function.
Remove any obstacles between the
remote and the remote sensor, and
position the main unit and the sub
units away from fluorescent lights.
Point the remote at the remote sensor.
Move the remote closer to the main
unit or the sub units.
Troubleshooting
1
Make.sure.the.power.supply.
cord.and.the.power.cord.are.
correctly.and.firmly.connected.
e remote control function of the sub
unit is off. Turn on the remote control
function (page 31).
Check whether you are using the
remote for the main unit to operate the
main unit and the remote for the sub
unit to operate the sub unit.
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 the product in for
repairs, be sure to bring in the entire
system (the main unit, the sub units
and wireless transceivers).
is product is a system product,
and the entire system is needed to
determine the location requiring
repair.
The S-AIR indicators on the main unit
and the sub units are turned off.
Check that the power supply cord and
the power cord are connected securely
and the main unit and the sub units are
turned on.
Check that the supplied wireless
transceivers are inserted securely to the
main unit and the sub units (page 17).
If “PROTECT” appears on the display of
the main unit
Connecting the main unit and the
sub units is not possible. (The S-AIR
indicator on the main unit is turned
off and/or the S-AIR indicator on the
sub unit flashes.)
Check that the supplied wireless
transceivers are inserted securely to the
main unit and the sub units (page 17).
If you use another S-AIR main unit,
place it more than 8 m away from the
main unit.
Confirm the S-AIR IDs of the main
unit and the sub units.
Set the POWER switch on the rear panel
to “OFF” to turn off the unit, and then
unplug the power supply cord. Aſter
checking that there is no indication on
the display, reconnect the power supply
cord and set the POWER switch to “ON”
to turn on the unit. If the issue persists,
contact your nearest Sony dealer.
If the STANDBY indicator on the sub
unit flashes
Immediately unplug the power cord,
and check if anything is blocking the
ventilation holes on the rear panel of the
unit.
e main unit is paired with another
S-AIR sub unit. Pair the main unit with
the sub unit you are using.
Aſter the STANDBY indicator stops
flashing, reconnect the power cord, and
turn on the unit. If the issue persists,
contact your nearest Sony dealer.
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e main unit is paired with another
Check that the power supply cord and
the power cord are connected securely
and the main unit and the sub units are
turned on.
S-AIR sub unit. Cancel pairing.
Place so that the main unit and the sub
units are separated from other wireless
devices.
Increase the volume of the sub units.
Stop using any other wireless devices.
Check that headphones are not
connected to the (headphones) jack
on the rear panel of the sub units.
Change the RF CHANGE setting on
the main unit (page 20).
e main unit or the sub unit is turned
off. Make sure the power supply cord
and the power cord are connected
and turn on the main unit and the sub
units.
There is noise or the sound skips.
The S-AIR channel fails to change.
Check that the main unit and the sub
units are connected properly.
If you use another S-AIR main unit,
place it more than 8 m away from the
main unit.
If you are using an optional S-AIR sub
unit (such as the AIR-SA10) which
is not compatible with the MULTI
SOURCE mode, set the main unit to
the PARTY mode.
Place so that the main unit and the sub
units are closer.
Stop using any equipment that
generates electromagnetic energy such
as a microwave oven.
Place so that the main unit and the sub
units are separated from other wireless
devices.
Stop using any other wireless devices.
Change the S-AIR ID settings of the
main unit and the sub units.
Do not place a mobile phone near the
main unit and the sub units, as this
may result in noise.
Change the RF CHANGE setting on
the main unit (page 20).
There is no sound.
If you use another S-AIR main unit,
place it more than 8 m away from the
main unit.
Confirm the S-AIR IDs of the main
unit and the sub units.
Check the pairing setting.
Place so that the main unit and the sub
units are closer.
Stop using any equipment that
generates electromagnetic energy such
as a microwave oven.
Place so that the main unit and the sub
units are separated from other wireless
devices.
Stop using any other wireless devices.
Change the S-AIR ID settings of the
main unit and the sub units.
Turn off the main unit and the sub
units and then turn them on again.
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Video/Photo image from the
connected iPod does not appear on
the TV screen.
iPod
There is no sound.
Make sure the iPod is connected
securely.
Make the connection according to your
AV system.
Make sure the iPod is playing music.
Adjust the volume of the sub units.
Update your iPod to use the latest
soſtware.
Switch the TV input to the video input
connected to the main unit.
Check that the TV output setting on
the iPod is on (Refer to the user’s guide
of your iPod).
Check that the iPod is compatible with
video output (Refer to the user’s guide
of your iPod).
The iPod cannot be operated by the
main unit or the sub units.
Check that the iPod and the main
unit are connected properly and that
the main unit and the sub units are
connected properly.
Depending on the iPod model you
are using and its status, it may not be
possible to operate the iPod using the
main unit or the sub units.
Tuner
Severe hum or noise, or stations
cannot be received. (“TUNED” or “ST”
flashes on the display of the main
unit.)
Connect the antennas properly.
Update your iPod to use the latest
soſtware.
Find a location and an orientation that
provide good reception, and then set
up the antennas again.
Keep the antennas away from the
power supply cord to avoid picking up
noise.
The sound is distorted.
Turn down the volume of the sub units.
Set the “EQ” setting of the iPod to
“Off” or “Flat.”
Connect a commercially available
The iPod cannot be charged.
Make sure the iPod is connected
securely.
Check that the power supply cord is
connected securely and the main unit
is turned on.
external antenna.
Consult your nearest Sony dealer if the
supplied AM antenna has come off the
plastic stand.
Turn off nearby electrical equipment.
The iPod track information cannot be
obtained.
Depending on the iPod model
you are using and its status, it may
not be possible to obtain the track
information properly during playback.
Up to 16 characters can be displayed
on the displays of the sub units.
Check that the track information has
been entered into the iPod.
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To reset the main unit to factory
settings
To reset the sub unit to factory
settings
If the main unit still does not operate
properly, reset the main unit to factory
settings.
If the sub unit still does not operate
properly, reset the sub unit to factory
settings.
1
Disconnect.and.reconnect.the.power.
supply.cord,.and.then.turn.on.the.
unit.
1
Disconnect.and.reconnect.the.power.
cord,.and.then.turn.on.the.unit.
2
Press./CANCEL,.DISPLAY.and..
on.the.unit.at.the.same.time.
All user-configured settings, such as
timer, clock, etc. are deleted.
2
3
Press.SYSTEM.MENU.on.the.unit.
Press.TUNING/SELECT.+/.on.the.
unit.repeatedly.until.“RESET”.appears,.
then.press.ENTER.on.the.unit.
“RESET OK” appears.
4
Press.ENTER.on.the.unit.again.to.
confirm.the.setting.
All user-configured settings are
deleted, such as preset radio stations.
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Messages
Precautions
CANCEL : Time out without pairing.
COMPLETE : Pairing is completed.
ID A : Sets the S-AIR ID to “A.”
ID B : Sets the S-AIR ID to “B.”
ID C : Sets the S-AIR ID to “C.”
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. is 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 the 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:
LINKED* : e sub unit is connected to
the main unit.
PAIRING : Pairing is in progress.
RMT OFF* : e sub units are not
accepting signals from the remote
because the remote control function is
set to “RMT OFF.”
S-AIR* : Displayed from the point
power of the sub unit is turned on
until connection with the main unit is
established.
TIME NG* : e Daily Timer start and
end times are set to the same time.
UNLINKED* : e connection with the
main unit is cut off.
Do not install the S-AIR product
near other wireless systems.
Do not use the S-AIR product and
the other wireless systems at the same
time.
* Displayed on the sub units only.
e transmission distance differs
depending on the usage environment.
Find a location where transmission
between the main unit and the sub
units is most effective, and install the
main unit and the sub units there.
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On safety
On the speaker system*
is speaker system is not magnetically
shielded, and the picture on nearby TV
sets may become magnetically distorted.
In this situation, turn off the TV, wait
about 15 to 30 minutes, and turn it back
on.
Completely disconnect the power
supply cord and the power cord from
the wall socket (mains) if the main unit
and the sub units are not going to be
used for an extended period of time.
When unplugging the units, always
grip the plug. Never pull the cord itself.
Should any solid object or liquid get
into the main unit and the sub units,
unplug the units, and have them
checked by qualified personnel before
operating them again.
If there is no improvement, move the
unit far away from the TV.
* e sub units only.
Cleaning the cabinet
Clean the cabinet with a soſt dry cloth.
Do not use any type of abrasive pad,
scouring powder, or solvent, such as
thinner, benzine, or alcohol.
e power supply cord and the power
cord can be changed only by a qualified
service facility.
On placement
Do not place the main unit and the
sub units in an inclined position or
in locations that are extremely hot,
cold, dusty, dirty, or humid or lacking
adequate ventilation, or subject to
vibration, direct sunlight or a bright
light.
Be careful when placing the main unit
and the sub units 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 on the main unit and the
sub units during operation is normal
and is not cause for alarm.
Do not touch the cabinet if it has been
used continuously at a high volume
because the cabinet may have become
hot.*
Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.*
* e sub units only.
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Tuner section
FM stereo, FM/AM superheterodyne tuner
FM.tuner.section:
Tuning range:
Specifications
87.5 108.0 MHz (50 kHz step)
Antenna:
Main unit (AIR-SA15Ti)
FM lead antenna
Output
AUDIO OUT:
Antenna terminals:
75 ohms unbalanced
Intermediate frequency:
10.7 MHz
voltage 775 mV, impedance
47 kilohms
VIDEO OUT:
AM.tuner.section:
Tuning range:
Max. output level 1 Vp-p, unbalanced,
Sync. negative, load impedance
75 ohms (Composite Video Out)
531 1,602 kHz (9 kHz step)
Antenna:
AM loop antenna, external antenna
terminal
Wireless transceiver (EZW-RT10/EZW-
RT10A)
Intermediate frequency:
450 kHz
Communication System:
S-AIR Specification version 1.0
Frequency band:
General
2.4000 GHz 2.4835 GHz
Modulation method:
DSSS
Power requirements:
230 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption:
15 watts
Power requirements:
DC 3.3 V, 350 mA
Dimensions (w/h/d):
50 × 13 × 60 mm
Dimensions (w/h/d) (excluding the AC
power supply unit):
Approx. 295 × 43 × 110 mm
Mass (including the AC power supply unit):
Approx. 1.1 kg
Mass:
24 g
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Wireless transceiver (EZW-RT10/EZW-
RT10A)
Sub unit (AIR-SA15R)
Communication System:
S-AIR Specification version 1.0
Frequency band:
Amplifier section
DIN power output (rated):
3 + 3 watts (3 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
Continuous RMS power output (reference):
4 + 4 watts (3 ohms at 1 kHz, 10%
THD)
2.4000 GHz 2.4835 GHz
Modulation method:
DSSS
Power requirements:
DC 3.3 V, 350 mA
Dimensions (w/h/d):
50 × 13 × 60 mm
Output
(stereo mini jack):
Accepts headphones with an
impedance of 8 ohms or more
Mass:
24 g
Speaker section
Speaker system:
General
Power requirements:
230 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption:
15 watts
Full range, bass-reflex type
Speaker units:
65 mm, cone type (2)
Nominal impedance:
3 ohms
Standby power consumption:
Max. 1 watt
Dimensions (w/h/d):
Approx. 300 × 136 × 115 mm
Mass:
Approx. 2.2 kg
Design and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
Halogenated flame retardants are not used
in the certain printed wiring boards.
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Compatible iPod models
You can use the following iPod models on the main unit. Update your iPod with the
latest soſtware before using it.
iPod touch 2nd
generation
iPod nano 4th
iPod touch 1st
generation
iPod nano 3rd
generation (video)
generation (video)
iPod classic
iPod nano 2nd
generation
iPod 5th generation
(video)
iPod nano 1st
generation
(aluminum)
iPod 4th generation
(color display)
iPod 4th generation
iPod mini
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Index
A
R
B
S
C
I
T
Timer
iPod
W
M
O
Other component hookup 27
P
Presetting radio stations 26
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