Sony HID-B7 Handbuch

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Welcome

FAQ, Registration, and Support

If you are unable to establish a 

reliable connection to your wireless 

network, please check the following 

items.

Check to make sure the wireless 

router is ON.
Check to make sure the wireless 

router is connected to the Internet.
Check to make sure the network 

settings are correct.
Check to make sure your dash 

is located near the router so it 

receives a strong wireless signal.

Before disposing of your dash or 

transferring it to somebody else, 

make sure to unregister the dash 

beforehand.

To unregister your dash, press 

the MENU/SNOOZE button to 

display the command bar, and tap 

MENU - System - Device info, and 

then tap Unregister on the screen 

displayed.

You can also register your device 

from a computer.

To register your device, visit:

http://www.sony.com/mydash

For further assistance and FAQs visit: 
http://www.sony.com/dashsupport

or call Sony at the following number:

For customers in the U.S.A.: 

1-866-918-2485

Parts and Controls

dash Information Alarm Clock 

(HID-B70/B7) (1)
Cord Holder (HID-B70 only) (1)
AC Power Adaptor (1)
Quick Start Guide (1)
Important Information Guide (1)
Limited Warranty Card (1)
End User License Agreement (1)

The dash (HID-B70 only) has a built-

in battery that allows you to move 

it from one room in your home to 

another without turning off the 

power. The battery power lasts long 

enough for you to plug it into a 

power source at the new location.
The screen orientation 

automatically flips when 

your dash is moved to 

the horizontal position.
Tap the touchscreen with your 

fingertip to control it.

Initial Setup

If your access point supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup), you can set up the wireless 

network connection using WPS.

If the access point does not support WPS, you need to know your access point SSID 

(network name) and passphrase (security key) to set up the wireless network connection.

Press the  (on/standby) button 

to turn on your dash.

Watch the tutorial video played 

back automatically.

Follow the instruction on the 

screen to perform the calibration.

Select your zone from the cities 

listed.

Follow the steps on the screen 

to connect your dash to your 

wireless network.

If your access point supports WPS, 

you can use WPS to set up the 

wireless network connection.

If the access point does not 

support WPS, select your network 

by its SSID, and enter the required 

passphrase.

Initial Setup (continued)

Set a question that must be 

answered correctly to prevent 

your dash settings from being 

changed by other people.

Follow the steps on the screen to 

register your dash.

Select the theme you want to 

display from the list.

Themes determine the background, 

layout, and features of the HOME 

screen. You can select a different 

theme at any time.

Once connected, you may be 

prompted to undergo a software 

update. It is recommended that you 

accept the update. The initial update 

may take from 10 to 30 minutes, 

depending on your network 

connection.

You can also register your dash from the following website.

http://www.sony.com/mydash

On the reverse side of this Quick Start Guide, you can see how to use alarms 

or add apps.
For more detailed information or tips on advanced use of your dash, visit the 

online help guide.

 (on/standby) 

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A wall socket should be as close as possible to your dash and easily accessible.
Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and 

furniture.

Connect your dash to an AC 

outlet using the supplied AC 

power adaptor.

Thank you for choosing the dash™ Information Alarm Clock.

Please understand the overview of dash.

DC IN jack

AC adaptor

To an AC outlet

Cord Holder

(HID-B70 only)

*  To put your dash into the 

standby mode, hold the 

 (on/standby) button 

until the screen turns off.