Sony SRS-XB20 User Manual

Help Guide
Wireless Speaker
SRS-XB20
The following explains how to use this speaker. Select a topic from the navigation pane.
Getting Started
What you can do with the speaker
Parts and controls
Power source
Charging the speaker
Turning the power on
Turning the power off
Using the BLUETOOTH standby function
Auto power off function
Switching the auto power off function

Sony SRS-XB20 Specifications

General

Speaker type	Full range
Driver diameter	42 mm
Number of drivers	2
Number of speakers	1
Audio output channels	2.0 channels
RMS rated power	- W
Bluetooth range	10 m
Frequency range	2.4 GHz
Bluetooth version	4.2
USB charging port	Yes
Connectivity technology	Wired & Wireless
Product type	Mono portable speaker
Product color	Black
Volume control	Digital
Protection features	Water resistant
International Protection (IP) code	IPX5
Recommended usage	Universal
Battery type	Built-in
Power source type	Battery
Battery life (max)	12 h
Cables included	USB

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	69 mm
Width	198 mm
Height	68 mm
Weight	589 g

Summary

What you can do with the speaker

Parts and controls

Charging the speaker

Turning the power on

Turning the power off

Using the BLUETOOTH standby function

Auto power off function

When the speaker is in BLUETOOTH mode

Describes auto power off conditions when speaker is in Bluetooth mode.

When the speaker is in AUDIO IN mode

Describes auto power off conditions when speaker is in Audio In mode.

Switching the auto power off function

Turning on/off the speaker’s light (Lighting function)

To turn off (light off)/turn on (light on) the lighting function

Explains how to toggle the speaker's lighting feature on and off.

How to make a wireless connection with BLUETOOTH devices

Pairing the speaker with a BLUETOOTH device

Describes the process of pairing a device with the speaker for wireless connection.

Connecting the speaker with the paired device

Explains how to reconnect to an already paired Bluetooth device.

Connecting the speaker with an NFC-compatible device by One-touch (NFC)

Details connecting via NFC for automatic pairing and connection.

Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device

Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH device

Connecting with an NFC-compatible device by One-touch (NFC)

Disconnecting the NFC-compatible device by One-touch (NFC)

Switching devices by One-touch (NFC)

Pairing and connecting with a computer (Windows 10)

Pairing and connecting with a computer (Windows 8)

Pairing and connecting with a computer (Windows 7)

Connecting with a paired computer (Windows 10)

Connecting with a paired computer (Windows 8)

Connecting with a paired computer (Windows 7)

Listening to music of a device via BLUETOOTH connection

A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)

Enables wireless enjoyment of high-quality audio content.

AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile)

Allows adjustment of the volume of a Bluetooth device.

Selecting the BLUETOOTH audio streaming playback quality (Codec)

Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use)

Switching the BLUETOOTH devices connected at the same time (Multi-device connection)

To disconnect the multi-device connection

Instructions on how to end the multi-device connection.

Listening to music wirelessly with two speakers (Speaker Add function)

Double mode

Describes the mode where both speakers play the same sound.

Stereo mode

Describes stereo playback where speakers play left and right channels.

Switching between double mode and stereo mode (Speaker Add function)

Terminating the Speaker Add function

Enjoying wireless playback using multiple speakers (Wireless Party Chain function)

Set up the first speaker

Instructions for setting up the initial speaker in the Wireless Party Chain.

Listening to music of a portable audio device, etc.

Enjoying EXTRA BASS

Receiving a call

About ring tones

Explains how ring tones are handled during incoming calls.

Making a call

If no dial tone is heard via the speaker

Troubleshooting steps if no dial tone is heard when making a call.

What you can do with SongPal

Operations that can be performed on a speaker with SongPal

Lists functions controllable via the SongPal app.

Installing SongPal

Using the voice assist function (Google app)

Using the voice assist function (Siri)

About the indicators

CHARGE indicator (orange)

Explains the behavior of the orange CHARGE indicator.

(power) indicator

Describes the status lights for the power button.

(BLUETOOTH) indicator

Explains the status lights for Bluetooth connectivity.

L/R indicators

Describes the left/right channel indicators for speaker functions.

EXTRA BASS indicator

Explains the indicator for the EXTRA BASS feature.

Precautions

Note when using with a mobile phone

Important notes regarding mobile phone usage with the speaker.

On safety

Safety guidelines for operating the speaker.

About micro-USB cables

Information about the supplied micro-USB cables.

On placement

Recommendations for speaker placement to ensure safety.

On operation

Guidelines for operating the speaker correctly.

On cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the speaker cabinet.

Others

Miscellaneous notes and support information.

Notes on charging

Life span of the built-in lithium ion battery

Discusses the lifespan and degradation of the rechargeable battery.

Notes on water resistant feature

Water resistant performance of the speaker

Details the speaker's water resistance specifications and limitations.

Liquids that the water resistant performance specifications apply to

Lists liquids the water resistance applies to and those it does not.

To avoid the deterioration of the water resistant performance

Provides guidelines to maintain the speaker's water resistance.

How to care for the speaker when wet

What is BLUETOOTH wireless technology?

Maximum communication range

Explains the operational range of Bluetooth technology.

Interference from other devices

Discusses how other devices can interfere with Bluetooth signals.

Interference to other devices

Describes potential interference caused by Bluetooth devices.

What is LDAC?

What can I do to solve a problem?

Unable to turn on the speaker or charge the built-in battery

The power suddenly turns off

No sound/Sound from only one speaker/Low sound level/Distorted sound/Humming or noise in the speaker output/No voice or low voice from callers

Sound becomes low while in use

Unable to pair the speaker with a BLUETOOTH device

Unable to connect the speaker to a BLUETOOTH device with One-touch connection (NFC)

Unable to connect a BLUETOOTH device with the speaker in the Speaker Add function

Unable to connect with a speaker in the Wireless Party Chain function

Using the RESET button

Initializing the speaker