Sony AIRSA10 User Guide
AIR-SA10.GB.3-288-619-11(1)
3-288-619-11(1)
© 2008 Sony Corporation
Printed in China
Wireless
Speaker System
AIR-SA10
Operating Instructions
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock,
do not expose this apparatus to rain or
moisture.
Indoor use only.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation
opening of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths,
curtains, etc. Do not place the naked flame sources such
as lighted candles on the apparatus.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing, and do
not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the
apparatus.
As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit from
As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit from
the mains, connect the unit to an easily accessible
AC outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the
unit, disconnect the main plug from the AC outlet
immediately.
The unit is not disconnected from the mains as long as it
The unit is not disconnected from the mains as long as it
is connected to the AC outlet, even if the unit itself has
been turned off.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as
a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
The nameplate is located on the bottom exterior.
The nameplate is located on the bottom exterior.
Notice for the customers in the
U.S.A.
The following indications are located on the bottom
exterior.
This symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
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.
Model No.
Serial No.
Important Safety Instructions
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does
not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on
or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
Preparing the unit
Connect the unit and S-AIR main unit to listen to sound from the S-AIR main unit.
12) Use only with the cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table specified
by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used,
use caution when moving the
cart/apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
The following FCC statement
applies only to the version of this
model manufactured for sale in
the U.S.A. Other versions may
not comply with FCC technical
regulations.
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-RT10)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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
This equipment must not be co-located or operated in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure
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
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).
Notice for the customers in Canada
For the wireless transceiver (EZW-RT10)
This device complies with RSS-Gen of IC Rules.
This device complies with RSS-Gen of IC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure
limits set forth for uncontrolled equipment and meets
the RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure
rules.
This equipment should be installed and operated with at
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).
Notice for the customers in
Australia
For the wireless transceiver (EZW-RT10)
This equipment should be installed and operated with at
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.
Wall socket
EZW-RT10/Wireless transceiver
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 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:
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.
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
Completely disconnect the power cord (mains
lead) from the wall socket (mains) if it is not going
to be used for an extended period of time. When
unplugging the unit, always grip the plug. Never pull
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.
The AC power cord can be changed only by a qualified
service facility.
On placement
Do not place the unit 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 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 on the unit 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.
On the speaker system
This 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.
If there is no improvement, move the unit far away from
the TV.
Cleaning the cabinet
Clean this unit with a soft dry cloth. Do not use any
type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent, such
as thinner, benzine, or alcohol.
1
Insert the supplied wireless transceiver (EZW-RT10)
securely into the EZW-RT10 slot on the rear of the
unit.
Check the orientation of the mark when inserting
Check the orientation of the mark when inserting
the supplied wireless transceiver (EZW-RT10).
Failure to do so may result in damage to the 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
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
Connect the power cord to a wall socket.
If the plug does not fit the wall socket, detach the
If the plug does not fit the wall socket, detach the
supplied plug adaptor (only for models equipped
with an adaptor).
4
Press to turn on the unit.
5
Operate the S-AIR main unit to turn on the S-AIR
function.
For details on turning on the S-AIR function, refer to
For details on turning on the S-AIR function, refer to
the Operating Instructions supplied with the S-AIR
main unit.
Once the connection is established, the S-AIR
Once the connection is established, the S-AIR
indicator on the front of the unit lights up
and “LINKED” appears in the display for about 2
seconds.
If you cannot connect to the S-AIR main unit
It is easy to set the same S-AIR ID for the unit and S-
AIR main unit 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, 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 unit with a specific S-AIR main unit by
performing the pairing operation.
When you perform pairing
Before pairing, the connection is established by the S-
AIR ID (example).
Your system
Neighboring system
ID A
ID A
ID A
This unit
S-AIR main unit
S-AIR main unit
The connection is established between the paired unit
and S-AIR main unit.
Your system
Neighboring system
ID A
ID A
S-AIR main unit
S-AIR main unit
ID A
This unit
Pairing
1
Check that the power of the unit and the S-AIR
main unit to be connected are turned on.
2
Check that the S-AIR ID of the unit is the same as
the S-AIR ID of the S-AIR main unit.
3
Operate the S-AIR main unit to turn on the pairing
function.
For details on turning on the pairing function, refer
For details on turning on the pairing function, refer
to the Operating Instructions supplied with the S-
AIR main unit.
4
Press the PAIRING button on the rear of the unit
using a pointed object.
When pairing is performed, the S-AIR indicator
When pairing is performed, the S-AIR indicator
flashes and the display changes as follows:
“PAIRING” “COMPLETE”
To cancel pairing, change the S-AIR IDs of the unit
“PAIRING” “COMPLETE”
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
To stop the pairing operation midway, press the
PAIRING button again.
Notes
Make sure to turn off the unit when inserting or removing the
supplied wireless transceiver (EZW-RT10). Failure to do so may
result in damage to the unit.
Do not touch the terminals of the supplied wireless transceiver
(EZW-RT10).
Do not insert any device other than the supplied wireless
transceiver (EZW-RT10) into the EZW-RT10 slot.
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.
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.