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Wireless Speaker

AIR-SA50R

©2009  Sony Corporation     Printed in China

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Operating Instructions
Manual de instrucciones

(reverso)

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.

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 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 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 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 a bookcase or 

built-in cabinet.
Do not expose batteries or apparatus 

with battery-installed to excessive heat 

such as sunshine, fire or the like.
The dating code and the nameplate are 

located on the bottom exterior of the 

unit.

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.                                     

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. 

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.

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-SA50R 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, 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 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.

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 the S-AIR product 

and 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 power 

supply cord from the wall socket 

(mains) if the unit is not going to be 

used for an extended period of time. 

When unplugging the unit, always 

grip the plug. 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.

  The power supply cord can be 

changed only by a qualified service 

facility.

On placement

  At low temperature, characters 

change in the display becomes slow, 

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 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.

  Do not touch the cabinet if it has 

been used continuously at a high 

volume because the cabinet may 

have become hot.

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 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.

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 power supply cord to a 

wall socket.

Notes on turning off the unit

 The STANDBY indicator on the top of the 

unit lights up while the power is off.

 After you turn off the unit, no operation is 

effective while “STANDBY” is blinking in 

the display. 

 AUDIO IN jack

Connect an audio cable with stereo 

mini plug (not supplied) to listen to 

sound of external equipment.

Audio cable  

(not supplied) 

To audio equipment 

(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

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.

Setting the clock
1

  Connect the power supply cord 

to a wall socket.

“--:--” is displayed when the unit is 

connected to the power for the first 

time, or after a power interruption.

2

  Press CLOCK/TIMER to start 

setting.

 “12” and “AM” blink in the display.

3

  Press 

/

 repeatedly to 

adjust the hour, and then press 
ENTER to confirm.

The minute digits blink in the 

display.

4

  Press 

/

 repeatedly to 

adjust the minute, and then 
press ENTER to confirm.

The clock is set.

Adjusting the clock
1

  Press CLOCK/TIMER to adjust 

the clock.

“TIMER SET” or “TIMER ON/

OFF” appears.

2

  Press 

 to display “CLOCK 

SET,” and then press ENTER.

The hour blinks in the display.

3

  Press 

/

 repeatedly to 

adjust the hour, and then press 
ENTER to confirm.

The minute digits blink in the 

display.

4

  Press 

/

 repeatedly to 

adjust the minute, and then 
press ENTER to confirm.

The clock is adjusted.

Note

The clock set procedure will be canceled in 

the following cases:

– When CLOCK/TIMER is pressed while 

setting.

– The clock set procedure will be canceled if 

no operation is performed for 65 seconds.

To deactivate the Play Timer 

1

  Press CLOCK/TIMER. 

“TIMER ON/OFF” blinks in the 

display. (If “TIMER SET” blinks, 

the Play Timer is not set.)

2

  Press ENTER.

“TIMER ON” blinks in the display. 

3

  Press 

 

to change the 

display to “TIMER OFF.”

 disappears.

4

  Press ENTER.

Note

To activate the Play Timer again, make sure 

“TIMER ON” is blinking in the display in 

step 2, and then press ENTER.

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, 



 and /– on the 

remote will continue to function.

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 a 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.

Turning off the beep sound 

of the touch sensitive 

buttons

You can turn off beep sound when pressing 

the buttons on the front panel of the unit, 

such as 

 or 

.

1

  Press 



 to turn off the unit.

2

  Press and hold S-AIR/AUDIO IN, 

and then press 



.

“BEEP OFF” is displayed, and the 

setting is complete.  

To turn on the beep sound

Perform steps 1 and 2 above and check that 

“BEEP ON” is displayed.

Troubleshooting

1

  Make sure the power supply 

cord 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.

If the STANDBY indicator flashes

Immediately unplug the power supply 

cord.

After the STANDBY indicator stops 

flashing, reconnect the power supply 

cord, and turn on the unit. If the issue 

persists, contact your nearest Sony 

dealer.

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 power supply cord is 

connected securely and the unit is 

turned on.

  Check that the supplied wireless 

transceiver is inserted securely to 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 power supply cord is 

connected securely and the unit is 

turned on.

  Increase the volume of the unit.

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.

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.

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

  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 operations 

may differ. For details, refer to the 

Operating Instructions supplied 

with the S-AIR main unit.

3

  Press /– to adjust the 

volume.

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 
the iPod or 
iPhone

Operations with  
S-AIR units

 or 

Playback

Pause

Pause

Pause

Playback

No change

Off

Playback

LCD on

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 

 Clock of the 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” 

 Clock of 

the unit 

 ...

Listening to the sound of 

an external equipment

You can enjoy the sound from an 

externally-connected non-S-AIR 

equipment.

1

  Connect the AUDIO IN jack of 

the unit to the LINE OUT (AUDIO 
OUT) jack or headphone jack of 
the external equipment using 
an audio connecting cable (not 
supplied).

2

  Press S-AIR/AUDIO IN to display 

“AUDIO IN.”

3

  Start playback of the connected 

equipment. 

4

  Press /– to adjust the 

volume.

Notes

 If the connected equipment has both LINE 

OUT (AUDIO OUT) jacks and headphone 

jack, connect to the LINE OUT (AUDIO 

OUT) jacks for better sound quality. 

Connecting to the headphone jack at high 

volume may cause distortion.

 If the connected equipment has tone 

adjustment functions (such as bass boost, 

equalizer, etc.), set them to off when 

listening via this unit. If they are activated, 

sound may be deteriorate or distort.

Changing the brightness 

of the display

When the unit is turned off, the clock 

is displayed. You can turn off the clock 

display by adjusting the brightness.

Pressing SLEEP/BRIGHT while the 

power of the unit is off changes the 

display brightness as follows:

Bright 

 Darkens 

 Off 

 Bright 

 …

Using the Timers

Sleep Timer

This timer turns off the unit 

automatically after a preset duration, 

allowing you, for example, to fall asleep 

while listening to music.

1

  Make sure the power of the unit 

is on.

2

  Press SLEEP/BRIGHT repeatedly 

to set the duration. 

Each time you press  

SLEEP/BRIGHT, the duration 

decreases from 90 minutes in 10-

minute increments.

3

  Press the SLEEP/BRIGHT button 

until the desired duration is 
displayed.

The setting becomes effective after 

4 seconds.

Notes

 Even if you set the Sleep Timer, no sound 

is output from the unit if playback on the 

connected S-AIR main unit ends within 

the set time period or if communication 

with the S-AIR main unit is cut off.

 To check remaining time, press  

SLEEP/BRIGHT once. To change the 

duration, press SLEEP/BRIGHT 

repeatedly. To cancel the Sleep Timer, press 

SLEEP/BRIGHT repeatedly until “SLEEP 

OFF” is displayed.

 If the Play Timer is activated while the 

Sleep Timer is in operation, the remaining 

time of the Sleep Timer will be canceled 

and then the end time of the Play Timer 

will become effective.

Play Timer

This timer turns the unit on and off 

according to the clock. “S-AIR” or 

“ALARM” is selectable as the alarm 

sound source. 

You can wake up to the sound of the 

connected S-AIR main unit.

To set the Play Timer

1

  Make sure the clock is set.

To adjust the clock, see “Adjusting 

the clock.” 

2

  Press CLOCK/TIMER to start 

setting.

“TIMER SET” blinks in the display. 

(If “TIMER ON/OFF” blinks, the 

Play Timer is already set.)

3

  Press ENTER to set start time.

The hour digits blink in the display. 

4

  Press 

/

 repeatedly to 

adjust the hour, and then press 
ENTER to confirm.

The minute digits blink in the 

display.

5

  Press 

/

 repeatedly to 

adjust the minute, and then 
press ENTER to confirm.

The start time is set.

6

  Repeat the same procedure in 

step 4 and 5 for setting the end 
time.

The end time should be at least 1 

minute after the start time.

7

  Press 

/

 alternately to 

select the sound source.

The default sound source is 

“ALARM.” Press 

 to select  

“S-AIR.” 

8

  Press ENTER to start the timer.

 is displayed.  “PLAY TIMER” 

message, start time and then end 

time appear in the display.

To cancel the Play Timer setting midway

The timer set procedure will be 

canceled in the following cases:

–  When CLOCK/TIMER is pressed 

while setting.

–  If no operation is performed for 65 

seconds. 

Notes

 To change the start time or end time of the 

Play Timer, start over from step 2.

 For details on configuring the S-AIR 

sound source, refer to the Operating 

Instructions supplied with the S-AIR main 

unit.

To stop the “ALARM” sound of 

the Play Timer

When the start time is reached, 

“ALARM” sounds and continues to 

sound progressively louder at short 

intervals. To stop the sound before the 

end time, press any key on the unit.

“ALARM” volume level cannot be 

adjusted.

When “S-AIR” is selected as the 

source for the Play Timer

When you select “S-AIR” sound, the 

unit turns on about 45 seconds before 

the start time to make the S-AIR 

connection with the main unit (the 

power of the main unit should be on). 

When the S-AIR connection is 

successful, playback of the main unit 

will start at the set time. If the S-AIR 

connection is unsuccessful, the sound 

will automatically be switched to the 

“ALARM” sound. 

When the Play Timer for “S-AIR” 

starts, the unit resumes the last volume 

setting made when the unit was on.

Notes 

 If you press S-AIR/AUDIO IN after the 

start time of the Play Timer with “S-AIR” 

sound, the Play Timer operation is 

terminated at that point. The end time will 

be disregarded.

 If the unit is kept turned on by the start 

time, the Play Timer sounds at the current 

volume level.

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. 

OFF TIME NG! :

 The Play Timer start 

and end times are set to the same 

time.

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.

AUDIO IN :

 Displayed when you press 

the S-AIR/AUDIO IN button to 

listen to external equipment.

Specifications

Amplifier section

AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS

POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL 

HARMONIC DISTORTION:

With 8 ohms loads, both channels 

driven, from 100 – 15,000Hz; rated 6 

watts per channel minimum RMS 

power, with no more than 10% total 

harmonic distortion.

Continuous RMS power output 

(reference): 

8 + 8 watts (8 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% 

harmonic distortion)

Speaker section

Speaker system: Full range, bass-reflex 

type

Speaker units: 57 mm (2 

1

/

4

 in), cone 

type (2)

Nominal impedance: 8 ohms

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 × 13 × 60 mm 

(2 × 

17

/

32

 × 2 

3

/

8

 in)

Mass: 24 g (1 oz)

General

Power requirements: 120 V AC, 60 Hz

Input: AUDIO IN jack (ø 3.5 mm stereo 

minijack)

Dimensions (w/h/d): Approx. 250 × 

123 × 129 mm (9 

7

/

8

 ×4 

7

/

8

 ×5 

1

/

8

 in)

Mass: Approx. 1.4 kg (3 lb 1.8 oz)

Supplied accessories: Wireless 

transceiver (EZW-RT10A) (1)/ 

Remote commander (RM-ANU065) (1)*/ 

R03 (size AAA) batteries (2)*

* When you purchase this product with main 

unit and sub units system package product, 

the pieces of these accessories may differ. 

Refer to the manuals supplied with the 

package product.

Design and specifications are subject 

to change without notice.

**  Some package products include an S-AIR 

remote commander and some do not 

include it.

Operations

/

 (power)

Remote (RM-ANU065)

Unit

STANDBY indicator

/

 (power)

SLEEP/BRIGHT

S-AIR/AUDIO IN

S-AIR indicator

Remote sensor

Touch sensitive buttons

Operation using the touch 

sensitive button that beeps.

Wireless strength

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