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PERSONAL AUDIO SYSTEM
Operating Instructions
©2012 Sony Corporation Printed in China
ZS-BTY52
*
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has a
tactile dot.
Illumination
The illumination on the handle has the
following two features.
Indication of function change (
)
When you switch to one of four functions, the
illumination increases in intensity to notify
the user of function change. The illumination
is blue for Bluetooth and white for other
functions.
Lighting effects for audio output (
)
Lighting effects, in red, are created that
synchronize with the music source. You can
turn this function on or off as desired (See
“Turning off the light sync function”).
WARNING
Europe only
Disposal of waste batteries
(applicable in the European
Union and other European
countries with separate
collection systems)
This symbol on the battery or on the packaging
indicates that the battery provided with this
product shall not be treated as household waste.
On certain batteries this symbol might be used in
combination with a chemical symbol. The
chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb)
are added if the battery contains more than
0.0005% mercury or 0.004% lead. By ensuring
these batteries are disposed of correctly, you will
help prevent potentially negative consequences
for the environment and human health which
could otherwise be caused by inappropriate
waste handling of the battery. The recycling of
the materials will help to conserve natural
resources.
In case of products that for safety, performance
or data integrity reasons require a permanent
connection with an incorporated battery, this
battery should be replaced by qualified service
staff only. To ensure that the battery will be
treated properly, hand over the product at
end-of-life to the applicable collection point for
the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment.
For all other batteries, please view the section on
how to remove the battery from the product
safely. Hand the battery over to the applicable
collection point for the recycling of waste
batteries.
For more detailed information about recycling of
this product or battery, please contact your local
Civic Office, your household waste disposal
service or the shop where you purchased the
product.
Licence and Trademark Notice
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and
patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and
Thomson.
Windows Media is either a registered
trademark or trademark of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries.
This product contains technology subject to
certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft.
Use or distribution of this technology outside
of this product is prohibited without the
appropriate license(s) from Microsoft.
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.
The N Mark is a trademark or registered
trademark of NFC Forum, Inc. in the United
States and in other countries.
Android is a trademark of Google Inc.
All other trademarks and registered trademarks
are of their respective holders. In this manual,
™ and ® marks are not specified.
Basic Operations
Before using the unit
To turn the power on or off
Press POWER (or OPERATE)
. You can also turn
on the power of this unit using the direct
power-on function (below).
In this manual, operations are mainly explained
using the direct power-on function.
To use the direct power-on function
Press USB
, BLUETOOTH
, RADIO FM/AM
or AUDIO IN
while the unit is turned off. The
power turns on directly in the selected function.
To adjust the volume
Turn VOLUME control
clockwise (+) or counter
clockwise (
).
The volume level of this unit is adjustable in
steps from 0 to 31. For the 31st step, “VOL MAX” is
displayed.
To listen through headphones
Connect headphones to the
(headphones) jack
.
To reinforce the bass
Press MEGA BASS
.
“MEGA BASS” lights up on the display.
To return to normal sound, press the button
again.
Turning off the automatic
demonstration (Latin
American models only)
Since demonstration mode is enabled by default,
the demonstration will start automatically in the
following cases;
when the unit is turned off.
when there is no audio output in the USB
function.
when the Bluetooth connection is not
established in the Bluetooth function (when
“NO BT” is displayed).
To turn off the automatic demonstration, press
PLAY MODE
until “DEMO MODE OFF” appears
on the display.
Note
Demonstration mode does not function when
operating using batteries.
Turning off the light sync
function
The light sync function of this unit creates
lighting effects that synchronize with the music
source. By default, this function is on but you can
turn it off as desired.
Press LIGHT SYNC
until “LIGHT SYNC OFF”
appears on the display.
To turn on the function, press the button again
until “LIGHT SYNC ON” appears while a music
source is being output in any function.
Listening to music on a USB
device
You can listen to audio files stored on a USB
device (a digital music player or USB storage
media).
Audio files in MP3, WMA and AAC formats* can
be played on this unit.
* Files with DRM (Digital Rights Management)
copyright protection or files downloaded from an
online music store cannot be played on this unit. If
you try to play one of these files, the unit plays
the next unprotected audio file.
Compatible USB devices
Compatibility requirements for the USB
devices are as follows. Before using with this
unit, check that your device meets the
requirements.
Compliance with USB 2.0 (Full Speed)
Supports Mass Storage mode*
* Mass Storage mode is a mode that allows a
USB device to become accessible to a host
device, enabling file transfers. Most USB
devices support Mass Storage mode.
1
Connect the USB device to the
(USB)
port
.
2
Press USB
to turn on the USB function.
If the USB device does not have a volume
label
*
“STORAGE DRIVE” scrolls once on the display,
then “xxxFLDR”** appears on the display.
If the USB device has a volume label
The volume label* scrolls once on the display,
then “xxxFLDR”** appears on the display.
* A volume label is a name that you can assign to
data storage media or devices.
** “xxx” is the total folder number.
3
Press
to start playback.
File number
After the folder name and song title are
displayed, the file number and playing
time* appear.
* If the playing time is more than 100 minutes, it
appears as “--:--” on the display.
This unit conforms to version 1.0, 1.1, 2.2, 2.3 and
2.4 of the ID3 tag format. When a file has ID3 tag
information, “song title,” “artist name,” and “album
name” will be displayed. If a file does not have the
ID3 tag information, the unit displays as follows:
File name instead of the song title.
“NO ARTIST” message instead of the artist
name.
“NO ALBUM” message instead of the album
name.
ID3 tag information can be displayed using up to
32 characters.
Listening to music wirelessly
on a Bluetooth device
Using the Bluetooth connection, you can listen to
music from wirelessly connected Bluetooth
devices such as mobile phones, smartphones,
music players, etc.
This unit supports non-NFC compatible
Bluetooth devices (hereafter “Bluetooth
device(s)”) and NFC-compatible smartphones.
Compatible Bluetooth devices
Compatibility requirements for the devices are as
follows. Before using with this unit, check that
your device meets the requirements.
Devices must conform to Bluetooth
Standard version 3.0.
Devices must support A2DP (Advanced
Audio Distribution Profile) and AVRCP
(Audio/Video Remote Control Profile).
NFC capability (required only when using
the NFC pairing function of the unit).
For the latest information on compatible
Bluetooth devices, including NFC-compatible
smartphones, check the website below.
For customers in Europe and Russia:
http://support.sony-europe.com/
For customers in Latin America:
http://www.sony-latin.com/index.crp
For customers in other countries/regions:
http://www.sony-asia.com/support
Pairing
Bluetooth devices must be “paired” with each
other beforehand. Once Bluetooth devices are
paired, there is no need for pairing again, unless
pairing information is cleared. With this unit, up
to 9 Bluetooth devices can be paired.
If your device is an NFC-compatible smartphone,
the manual pairing procedure is not necessary.
Use the smartphone with this unit along with the
procedures described under “To connect with a
smartphone by one touch (NFC).”
When using the Bluetooth function, pay
attention to the Bluetooth status indicator ( ) on
the display, which tells you the network status
between the unit and your device.
Indications for the Bluetooth function
Status
Bluetooth indicator ( )
Bluetooth
connection is
off
Off
Pairing or
communicating
Flashes
Connection is
established
Constantly on
To pair with a Bluetooth device
Keep the Bluetooth device and the unit within 1
meter of each other for this operation.
1
Press BLUETOOTH
to turn on the
Bluetooth function.
2
Press and hold BLUETOOTH PAIRING
to activate the pairing mode of the unit.
When pairing mode is activated, a
double-beep will sound and the Bluetooth
indicator ( ) will flash on the display.
If activation fails, press and hold BLUETOOTH
PAIRING
again, and try to activate the
pairing mode again.
To cancel the pairing mode after activation,
press BLUETOOTH PAIRING
at least 2
seconds.
3
Perform the pairing procedure on the
Bluetooth device.
Turn on the Bluetooth device and activate the
Bluetooth function on your device. For details,
refer to the instruction manual of your
Bluetooth device.
When the Bluetooth function of your device is
activated, your device will search for pairable
devices and display a list of detected devices
on the device display. Select this unit from the
list. This unit appears as “ZS-BTY50/52/55.”
If “ZS-BTY50/52/55” is not displayed, repeat
the procedure from step 2.
If a passcode is required
Some Bluetooth devices may require a 4-digit
passcode. If your device requires the
passcode, enter “0000.”
When pairing of the device is completed and
the Bluetooth connection is established, the
Bluetooth indicator ( ) stops flashing and “BT
AUDIO” appears on the display.
If you want to pair with another Bluetooth
device, repeat steps 1 to 3.
Notes on pairing with a Bluetooth device
If you turn off the unit or power off the Bluetooth
device before the Bluetooth connection is
established, pairing information will not be stored,
and pairing will not be completed.
Pairing mode is canceled after about 5 minutes. If
pairing mode is canceled halfway, start over from
step 2.
The operation and display may differ depending
on the Bluetooth device or the version of
Bluetooth software installed.
“Passcode” may be called “Passkey,” “PIN code,”
“PIN number” or “Password,” etc., depending on
the Bluetooth device. For details on the passcode,
refer to the
instruction manual
of your device.
To connect with a smartphone by one
touch (NFC)
By touching the unit with an NFC-compatible
smartphone, the unit is turned on automatically,
and then proceeds to complete pairing and the
Bluetooth connection automatically.
Compatible smartphones
Smartphones with a built-in NFC function
(OS: Android 2.3.3 or later, excluding Android 3.x)
What is “NFC”?
NFC (Near Field Communication) is a technology
enabling short-range wireless communication
between various devices, such as mobile phones
and IC tags. Thanks to the NFC function, data
communication can be achieved easily just by
touching the designated touchpoint on the
NFC-compatible devices.
Other operations
To
Do this
Pause playback Press
during playback.
To resume playback, press
the button again*.
Stop playback
Press
to pause
playback, and then press
POWER (or OPERATE)
,
BLUETOOTH
, RADIO FM/
AM
or AUDIO IN
.
Select a folder
Press (Folder) + or
.
Skip files
Press
or
once.
You can skip files one by one.
Reverse/
Fast-forward
Press and hold down
or
. Files will be
skipped continuously until
you release the button.
Find a point in
a file
Hold down
or
during playback, and release
the button at the desired
point.
Remove a USB
device
Press
to pause
playback, and then press
POWER (or OPERATE)
,
BLUETOOTH
, RADIO FM/
AM
or AUDIO IN
to turn
off the USB function. Then
remove the USB device.
* When playing a VBR MP3/WMA/AAC file, the unit
may resume playback from a different point.
Tips
Playback starts from the last played audio file
(Resume play). During pause (Resume stop), the
file number and playing time of the current audio
file are displayed.
The total number of folders is displayed when the
reading process is completed and the USB device
stops after the device is connected, or after
switching to the USB function from an other
function.
Only the file number is displayed when playback
of all audio files ends and the USB device stops.
To cancel Resume play (to start playback from the
beginning of the first MP3/WMA/AAC file), press
to pause playback, and press POWER
(or
OPERATE)
, BLUETOOTH
, RADIO FM/AM
or AUDIO IN
. Then, press
to start
playback.
Note
Always pause playback and turn off the USB
function by pressing POWER (or OPERATE)
or a
function button other than USB
before removing
the USB device. Removing the USB device without
performing this procedure may corrupt the data on
the USB device or damage the USB device itself.
To change play modes
Press PLAY MODE
repeatedly while the USB
device is playing or paused.
You can select normal play mode (playback in
sequence of all files on the USB device), folder
play mode (“ ” for all files in the specified folder
on the USB device), repeat play mode (“ ” for
repeating all files/“ 1” for repeating one file), or
shuffle play mode (“SHUF”). For details, see
“Selecting play mode” on the back page.
Notes on the USB device
It may take a long time before playback starts
when:
the folder structure is complex.
the USB device is close to capacity.
When a USB device is connected, the unit reads all
the files on the device. If there are many folders or
files on the device, it may take a long time for the
unit to finish reading them.
Do not connect a USB device to the unit through a
USB hub.
With some connected USB devices, after an
operation is performed, there may be a delay
before it is performed by this unit.
Operation is not always guaranteed, even if the
USB devices meet the compatibility requirements.
This unit may not support all the functions
provided with a connected USB device.
The playback order on this unit may differ from
the playback order on a connected USB device.
Do not save non-MP3/WMA/AAC files or
unnecessary folders to a USB device that contains
MP3/WMA/AAC files.
During playback, folders that contain no MP3/
WMA/AAC files are skipped.
The audio formats supported by this unit are as
follows:
MP3: file extension “.mp3”
WMA: file extension “.wma”
AAC: file extension “.m4a” and “.mp4”
Note that even if the file name has the correct file
extension, if the actual file was created in different
audio format, this unit may produce noise or may
malfunction.
MP3 PRO format is not supported.
WMA files encoded in WMA DRM, WMA Lossless
and WMA PRO formats cannot be played back.
AAC files encoded in copyright-protected AAC
format cannot be played back.
This unit supports the AAC-LC (AAC Low
Complexity) profile. The HE-AAC (High Efficiency
AAC) profile is not supported.
This unit cannot play audio files on a USB device
in the following cases;
when the total number of audio files in a single
folder exceeds 999.
when the total number of audio files on a single
USB device exceeds 65,535.
when the total number of folders on a single
USB device exceeds 256 (including the “ROOT”
folder).
when the directory level (folder depths) exceeds
8 (including the “ROOT” folder).
These numbers may vary depending on the file
and folder structure.
Compatibility with all encoding/writing software is
not guaranteed. If audio files on the USB device
were originally encoded with incompatible
software, those files may produce noise or
interrupted sound, or may not be played back at
all.
Folder names and file names can be displayed
using up to 32 characters, including quotation
marks.
Displayable characters are uppercase letters (A to
Z), numbers (0 to 9) and under score (_). Other
characters are displayed as “_”.
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 AC power
source (mains) as long as it is connected to the
wall 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.
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and
headphones can cause hearing loss.
Do not expose the batteries (battery pack or
batteries installed) to excessive heat such as
sunshine, fire or the like for a long time.
The nameplate is located on the bottom exterior.
Notice for customers: the
following information is only
applicable to equipment sold
in countries applying EU
directives
This product has been manufactured by or on
behalf of Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan
Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. Inquiries
related to product compliance based on
European Union legislation shall be addressed to
the authorized representative, Sony Deutschland
GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart,
Germany. For any service or guarantee matters,
please refer to the addresses provided in the
separate service or guarantee documents.
For customers in Europe and
Australia
Disposal of Old Electrical &
Electronic Equipment
(Applicable in the European
Union and other European
countries with separate
collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its packaging
indicates that this product shall not be treated as
household waste. Instead it shall be handed over
to the applicable collection point for the
recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly,
you will help prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment and human
health, which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of this product.
The recycling of materials will help to conserve
natural resources. For more detailed information
about recycling of this product, please contact
your local Civic Office, your household waste
disposal service or the shop where you
purchased the product.
Power Sources
1
Download and install the app “NFC Easy
Connect.”
“NFC Easy Connect” is a free app for Android
smartphones that can be obtained on Google
Play. Search for the app using the keyword
“NFC Easy Connect” on the site, or access the
download site directly by reading the
two-dimensional code below.
Note that “NFC Easy Connect” is free but data
communication fees when downloading are
charged separately.
Two-dimensional code* for direct access
* Use a two-dimensional code reader app.
Note
The App may not be available in some countries
and/or regions.
2
Start the app “NFC Easy Connect” on the
smartphone.
Make sure that the application screen is
displayed.
3
Touch the smartphone to the N-marked
part
of the unit until the smartphone
vibrates.
Vibration cue is provided
when the smartphone is
recognized by the unit.
After being recognized by the unit, follow the
on-screen instructions displayed on the
smartphone, and complete the procedure for
Bluetooth connection.
When the Bluetooth connection is established,
the Bluetooth indicator ( ) stops flashing and
the message “BT AUDIO” appears on the
display.
Tip
If pairing and the Bluetooth connection fail, do the
following.
Relaunch “NFC Easy Connect” and move the
smartphone slowly over the N-marked part
.
Remove the case from the smartphone if
using a commercially available smartphone
case.
To listen to audio
Keep the Bluetooth device (or NFC-compatible
smartphone) and the unit within 10 meters of
each other, and check the following before
operation.
The Bluetooth function of the device is
activated.
Pairing and the Bluetooth connection are
completed correctly. If not, perform the pairing
procedure beforehand. (See “To pair with a
Bluetooth device” or “To connect with a
smartphone by one touch (NFC)”).
Ą
For a Bluetooth device
1
Press BLUETOOTH
to turn on the
Bluetooth function.
The last connected device will be connected
automatically.
2
Start playback of an audio source such as
music, videos, games, etc., on the device.
Refer to the instruction manual of your device
for details on playback operations.
Ą
For an NFC-compatible smartphone
Start playback of an audio source such as music,
videos, games, etc., on the smartphone.
Refer to the instruction manual of your
smartphone for details on playback operations.
Note
The Bluetooth function turns off when:
you press POWER (or OPERATE)
to turn off
the unit.
you switch to a function other than Bluetooth
function.
Tip
If the volume level is low, adjust the volume of the
unit first. If the volume level is still too low, adjust
the volume level on the connected Bluetooth device
or the smartphone.
Tip for the Bluetooth devices
If the last connected device does not connect
automatically, reselect the Bluetooth function by
pressing BLUETOOTH
after POWER (or OPERATE)
, USB
, RADIO FM/AM
or AUDIO IN
is
pressed. If it still does not connect, select the model
name of this unit from the device list (perform step
3 in “To pair with a Bluetooth device”).
To terminate a Bluetooth connection
You can terminate the Bluetooth connection
using any of the following operations.
Ą
For a Bluetooth device
Turn off the unit.
Turn off the device.
Press POWER (or OPERATE)
, USB
, RADIO
FM/AM
or AUDIO IN
.
Disable the Bluetooth function on the device.
Ą
For an NFC-compatible smartphone
Touch the smartphone to the N-marked part
again.
Turn off the unit.
Turn off the device.
Press POWER (or OPERATE)
, USB
, RADIO
FM/AM
or AUDIO IN
.
Disable the Bluetooth function on the
smartphone.
To clear the paired device
information stored in the unit
1
Press BLUETOOTH
to turn on the
Bluetooth function.
2
Press FM MONO
, DISPLAY
and
TUNE
at the same time.
“BT RESET” appears on the display.
3
Press ENTER
to reset and clear the
paired device information.
When the paired device information is cleared,
“COMPLETE” appears on the display.
To cancel this reset operation, press FM MONO
, DISPLAY
and TUNE
again before
pressing ENTER
.
Using the AC power cord
Connect the AC power cord
, or insert six R14 (size C) batteries (not supplied) into the battery
compartment
.
To a wall outlet
To AC IN
AC power cord (supplied)
or
Notes
Replace the batteries when the OPR/BATT indicator
dims, or when the unit becomes inoperable. Replace all
the batteries with new ones. Before you replace the batteries, be sure to disconnect any USB device and any
optional component from the unit.
To use the unit on batteries, disconnect the AC power cord from the unit and the wall outlet.
To use the power-management function (European models only)
This unit is equipped with an automatic standby function. With this function, the unit enters standby
mode automatically in about 20 minutes when there is no operation or audio signal output.
To turn the standby mode on or off, press DISPLAY
and
/ENTER
at the same time. Each time you
press the button, “AUTO STANDBY ON” or “AUTO STANDBY OFF” appears on the display.
Notes
The message “AUTO.STBY” starts flashing on the display about 2 minutes before entering standby mode.
In standby mode, with the AC power cord connected, “STANDBY” appears on the display.
The automatic standby function is not available in the FM/AM function.
Listening to the radio
1
Press RADIO FM/AM
repeatedly to
select the band.
Each time you press the button, the indication
changes as follows:
“FM”
“AM”
2
Press and hold TUNE + or
until the
frequency digits begin to change on the
display.
The unit automatically scans the radio
frequencies and stops when it finds a clear
station.
If you cannot tune to a station using the
automatic tuning mode, press TUNE + or
repeatedly to change the frequency step by
step.
When an FM stereo broadcast is received, “ST”
lights up on the display.
Tip
If the stereo FM reception is noisy, press FM MONO
until “MONO” appears on the display. You will
lose the stereo effect, but the broadcast will
improve.
To change the FM/AM tuning interval
The FM/AM tuning interval can be changed if
necessary using the following procedure.
Note that this function is not available on
European, Australian, Taiwan and Latin American
models, except for Uruguay, Paraguay, Peru and
Chile models.
1
Press RADIO FM/AM
repeatedly to
select the band.
2
Press
or
to select
“MANUAL,” and then press ENTER
.
“FM-xx” appears on the display.
3
Press and hold RADIO FM/AM
until
the current tuning step appears.
4
Press
or
to select the
desired tuning step.
“FM 50K” (for 50 kHz interval) or “FM 100K” (for
100 kHz interval) in the FM band, and “AM 9K”
(for 9 kHz interval) or “AM 10K” (for 10 kHz
interval) in the AM band can be selected.
5
Press ENTER
.
Changing the tuning interval erases all the FM/
AM preset stations stored in the unit. Reset your
preset stations after changing the tuning
interval.
To improve radio reception
Reorient the antenna to improve FM reception.
Reorient the unit itself to improve AM
reception.
