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Personal Audio System

Operating Instructions

©2014 Sony Corporation     Printed in China

ZS-RS60BT

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.  ZS-RS60BT 
Serial No.   

Before operating the unit, please read this guide 
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

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, do not cover the ventilation 
opening of the appliance with newspapers, 
tablecloths, curtains, etc. Do not expose the 
appliance to naked flame sources (for example, 
lighted candles).
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.
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an 
incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according 
to the instructions.
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.

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

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of 
procedures other than those specified herein may 
result in hazardous radiation exposure.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications 
not expressly approved in this manual could void 
your authority to operate this equipment.
This equipment must not be co-located or operated 
in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
This equipment complies with FCC/ISED radiation 
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled 
environment and meets the FCC radio frequency 
(RF) Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of the ISED 
radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment 
should be installed and operated keeping the 
radiator at least 20 cm (7 7/8 in) or more away from 
person’s body.

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.

This graphical symbol is located on the bottom of 
the unit.

This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules and 
Innovation, Science and Economic Development 
Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). 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.

Personal Audio System is designed to be used 
for playing back music sources on CDs or USB 
devices, transferring music to USB devices, 
listening to radio stations, and listening to music 
on BLUETOOTH® devices.

Do not place this product close to medical 
devices

This product (including accessories) has magnet(s) 
which may interfere with pacemakers, 
programmable shunt valves for hydrocephalus 
treatment, or other medical devices. Do not place 
this product close to persons who use such medical 
devices. Consult your doctor before using this 
product if you use any such medical device.

Power Sources

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)

Rear

The batteries are oriented 
in different directions. 
Insert them in the correct 
orientation as illustrated 
here.
Avoid using old batteries 
with new ones or mixing 
different type of batteries.

Notes

  When using the radio on batteries and the battery power drops to a certain level, the OPR/BATT indicator 

 dims or the power 

of the radio may go off during playback. If this happens, replace all the batteries with new ones. Even after the OPR/BATT 
indicator 

 becomes dim, you can use the radio function for some time, although you cannot use the CD player. Before you 

replace the batteries, be sure to remove any CD and disconnect any USB devices or optional components from the unit.

  To use the unit on batteries, disconnect the AC power cord from the unit and the wall outlet.

  Batteries have a recommended use-by date for proper use. When using expired batteries, battery life will be extremely short. 

Check the use-by date on the batteries and if they are expired, replace them with new ones.

  In standby mode with the AC power cord connected, “STANDBY” appears on the display.

Basic Operations

*

 

 

 and VOL + 

 have a tactile dot.

Before using the unit

To turn the power on or off

Press POWER 

. 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 CD 

, USB 

, BLUETOOTH 

, FM/AM 

AUDIO IN 

 or FAVORITE RADIO STATIONS (1-3) 

 

while the unit is turned off. The power turns on with 
the relevant function selected.

To adjust the volume

Press VOL + or   

.

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.

Playing a music disc

Press CD 

 to turn on the CD function.

Press PUSH OPEN/CLOSE 

 

, place a disc in 

the CD compartment and then close the 
compartment cover.

Label side up

The disc is loaded and the disc information 
appears on the display. 

Audio CD

Total number of tracks

Total playing time

MP3/WMA disc

Total number of folders*

*  If MP3/WMA files are present only in the root directory 

(“ROOT” folder), “1FLDR” appears on the display.

Press 

 

 to start playback.

Track number or MP3/WMA file 
number

Playing time

When you play an MP3/WMA disc, the folder 
name*

1

 and song title are displayed before the 

playing time*

2

 appears.

*

1

  If MP3/WMA files are present only in the root directory, 

“ROOT” appears on the display.

*

2

 If the playing time is longer than 100 minutes, “--:--” 

appears on the display.

Other operations

To

Do this

Pause playback

Press 

 

. To return to 

playback, press the button 
again.

Stop playback

Press   

. When you press 

 

 after playback is stopped, 

playback starts from the point 
where you stopped playback 
(Resume Play).

Select a folder 
on an MP3/WMA 
disc

Press   + or   

.

Select a track/
file

Press 

 or 

 

. You can 

skip tracks/files one by one.

Find a point in a 
track/file

Hold down 

 or 

 

 

during playback, and release the 
button at the desired point. 
When locating a point while 
paused, press 

 

 to start 

playback after the desired point 
is found.

Tip

To cancel the Resume Play, press   

 while the CD is 

stopped.

Note

Resume Play is cancelled in the following cases: 

 

When you open the CD compartment.

 

When you turn off the power.

Example of folder structure and playing order

The playing order of the folders and files is as 
follows. However, the playing order may differ from 
the original order on the disc, depending on the 
recording method used.

Folder
MP3/WMA file

Notes on MP3/WMA discs

  When a disc is loaded, the unit reads all the files on that 

disc. During this time, “READING” is flashing. If there are 
many folders or non-MP3/WMA files on the disc, it may 
take a long time for play to begin or for the next MP3/
WMA file to start to play.

  We recommend that non-MP3/WMA files or unnecessary 

folders are excluded when creating MP3/WMA discs.

  During playback, audio files other than MP3 and WMA 

files are skipped even if those files are included in a folder.

  The audio formats supported by this unit are as follows:

 

MP3: File extension “.mp3”

 

WMA: File extension “.wma”

  Note that even if the file name has the correct file 

extension but the actual file was created in a 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.

  This unit cannot play audio files on a disc in the following 

cases:

 

When the total number of audio files exceeds 999.

 

When the total number of folders on a single disc 
exceeds 256 (including the “ROOT” folder).

 

When the directory level (folder depths) exceeds 8 
(including the “ROOT” folder).

  Folder names can be displayed with up to 32 characters, 

including quotation marks.

  File names can be displayed with up to 32 characters, 

including quotation marks and file extensions.

  Characters and symbols that cannot be displayed by the 

unit will appear as “_”.

  This unit conforms to version 1.0, 1.1, 2.2, 2.3 and 2.4 of the 

ID3 tag format for MP3 files and the WMA tag format 
defined by the ASF specification (Advanced Systems 
Format) for WMA files. When a file has the ID3 or WMA tag 
information, the song title, artist name, and album name 
will be displayed. If a file does not have the 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 and WMA tag information can be displayed up to 64 

characters.

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 copyright protection (Digital Rights 

Management) cannot be played on this unit.

Connect the USB device to the 

 (USB) port 

.

Press USB 

 to turn on the USB function.

The volume label scrolls once, then the total 
number of folders appears on the display.

Total number of folders

Press 

 

 to start playback.

The folder name and song title are displayed, and 
then the file number and playing time appear.

File number

Playing time*

*  If the playing time is longer than 100 minutes, “--:--” 

appears on the display.

Other operations

To

Do this

Pause playback

Press 

 

. To return to 

playback, press the button 
again*.

Stop playback

Press   

. When you press 

 

 after playback is stopped, 

playback starts from the point 
where you stopped playback 
(Resume Play).

Select a folder

Press   + or   

.

Select a file

Press 

 or 

 

. You can 

skip files one by one.
To skip files continuously, hold 
down 

 or 

 

 and 

release the button at the desired 
file.

Find a point in a 
file

Hold down 

 or 

 

 

during playback, and release the 
button at the desired point. 
When locating a point while 
paused, press 

 

 to start 

playback after the desired point 
is found.

*  When playing a VBR MP3/WMA/AAC file, playback may 

restart from a different point.

Note

When removing a USB device, hold down   

 until “NO 

DEV” appears, and then turn off the unit or switch to other 
functions beforehand. Removing the USB device without 
performing these steps may corrupt the data on the USB 
device or damage the device itself.

Example of folder structure and playing order

The playing order of the folders and files is as 
follows. However, the playing order may differ from 
the original order on the USB device, depending on 
the recording method used.

Folder
MP3/WMA/AAC file

USB device

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.

  Do not save non-MP3/WMA/AAC files or unnecessary 

folders to a USB device that contains MP3/WMA/AAC files.

  During playback, audio files other than MP3, WMA and 

AAC files are skipped even if those files are included in a 
folder.

  The audio formats supported by this unit are as follows:

 MP3: file extension “.mp3”

 WMA: file extension “.wma”

 AAC: file extension “.m4a,” “.3gp” and “.mp4”

  Note that even if the file name has the correct file 

extension but the actual file was created in a 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.

  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 5 000.

 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 can be displayed with up to 32 characters, 

including quotation marks.

  File names can be displayed with up to 32 characters, 

including quotation marks and file extensions.

  Characters and symbols that cannot be displayed by the 

unit will appear as “_”.

  This unit conforms to version 1.0, 1.1, 2.2, 2.3 and 2.4 of the 

ID3 tag format for MP3 files, the WMA tag format defined 
by the ASF specification (Advanced Systems Format) for 
WMA files, and the AAC tag format for AAC files. 
When a file has the ID3, WMA or AAC tag information, the 
song title, artist name, and album name will be displayed. 
If a file does not have the 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, WMA and AAC tag information can be displayed up to 

64 characters.

Transferring music from a disc to a 

USB device

You can transfer a whole disc (CD SYNC transfer) or 
the currently playing track or file (REC1 transfer) to a 
USB device (digital music player or USB storage 
media, etc.).
When transferring from a CD, the tracks are 
transferred as MP3 files with a sampling frequency 
of 44.1 kHz at 128 kbps (CBR). When transferring 
from an MP3/WMA disc, MP3/WMA files are 
transferred with the same bit rate as the original 
MP3/WMA files.

Connect the USB device to the 

 (USB) port 

.

Press CD 

 to turn on the CD function.

Place the disc you want to transfer in the CD 
compartment.

 

Ą

CD SYNC transfer

To transfer a whole disc

Proceed to step 4.

To transfer MP3/WMA files in a specific 

folder

Set the play mode to folder play ( ) or folder 
repeat play ( ,  ), and then press   + or   

 

repeatedly to select the folder you want.

To transfer only your favorite tracks/files

Perform step 1 to 5 of “Creating your own 
program (Program Play)” on the back page.

 

Ą

REC1 transfer

To transfer a single track/file

Select and start playback of the track/file you 
want to transfer.

Press REC 

.

“REC” flashes on the display and the unit starts 
calculating the amount of free space on the USB 
device.

If “LOW ***M” appears on the display, there is not 
sufficient space on the device. To cancel the 
transferring, press   

. To continue transferring 

anyway, proceed to step 5.

Press ENTER 

.

Transferring starts.  
When transferring is completed, playback stops 
automatically (CD SYNC transfer) or proceeds to 
the next track/file (REC1 transfer).

To stop transferring

Press 

 

.

When the transferring source is a CD-DA track, the 
audio file is generated up to the point the 
transferring was stopped. When the source is an 
MP3 or WMA file, the file that is currently being 
transferred is not generated.

Folder and file generation rules

When first transferring to a USB device, a “MUSIC” 
folder and its sub folder “SONY” are created directly 
below the “ROOT” folder.
Folders and files are generated within the “CD” 
folder under the “SONY” folder based on the 
following rules.

CD SYNC transfer

Transferring 

source

Folder name

File name

MP3/WMA

Same as the transferring source*

1, 2

CD-DA

“ALBUM001”*

3

“TRACK001”*

4

REC1 transfer

Transferring 

source

Folder name

File name

MP3/WMA

“REC1”*

5

Same as the 
transferring 
source*

2

CD-DA

“TRACK001”*

4

*

1

  In Program Play mode, the folder name is “FLDRxxx,” and 

the file name depends on the transferring source.

*

2

 Up to 32 characters (including a file extension for a file 

name) can be displayed.

*

3

 Folder names are assigned in sequential order up to a 

maximum of 256 (including the “ROOT” and “MUSIC” 
folders).

*

4

 File names are assigned in sequential order.

*

5

 A new file is transferred to the “REC1” folder each time 

single track transfer is performed.

To erase audio files or folders from the USB 

device

Press 

 or 

 

 repeatedly to select an 

audio file, or press   + or   

 repeatedly to 

select a folder.

Press ERASE 

.

“ERASE?” appears on the display.

Press ENTER 

.

“TRACK ERASE?” or “FOLDER ERASE?” appears on 
the display.

Press ENTER 

.

The selected audio file or folder is erased, and 
“COMPLETE” appears on the display.

Notes

  If you start transferring in shuffle play or repeat play 

mode, the selected play mode is automatically changed 
to normal play.

  Do not remove the USB device during transferring or erase 

operations. Doing so may corrupt the data on the device 
or damage the device itself.

  While transferring, no sound is output and “HI-SPEED” 

appears on the display.

  CD-TEXT information is not transferred in the created MP3 

files.

  Transferring stops automatically if:

 the USB device runs out of space during transferring.

 the number of audio files and folders on the USB device 

reaches the limit that the unit can recognize.

  Non-MP3/WMA/AAC format files or sub folders in the 

folder are not erased.

  Radio sound and sound from an optional component 

cannot be transferred to a USB device.

Note on copyright-protected content

The transferred music is limited to private use only. Use of 
the music beyond this limit requires permission from the 
copyright holders.

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.

Pairing this unit with a 
BLUETOOTH device

BLUETOOTH devices must be “paired” with each 
other beforehand. Once BLUETOOTH devices are 
paired, there is no need for pairing again, unless the 
pairing information is cleared.
Choose the pairing method below depending on 
your device.

Pairing with an NFC-incompatible BLUETOOTH 
device:  
see 

Pattern A

Pairing with an NFC-compatible smartphone:  

see 

Pattern B

Pattern A

Pairing with an NFC-incompatible 
BLUETOOTH device

Keep the BLUETOOTH device and the unit within 1 
meter (39 

3

/

8

 in) of each other for this operation.

Press BLUETOOTH 

 to turn on the 

BLUETOOTH function.

If no devices have been paired, such as when you 
press BLUETOOTH 

 for the first time after you 

purchase the unit, the unit automatically enters 
pairing mode, and the BLUETOOTH indicator ( ) 
and “PAIRING” flash on the display.

When pairing with two or more 

BLUETOOTH devices

Hold down BLUETOOTH (–PAIRING) 

 until two 

beeps are heard.

Turn on the BLUETOOTH function of the 
BLUETOOTH device.

Perform the pairing procedure on the 
BLUETOOTH device to detect the unit.

Select “ZS-RS60BT” shown on the display of 
the BLUETOOTH device.

If “ZS-RS60BT” does not appear on the device’s 
display, repeat from step 2.

If Passcode* input is required on the display of 
the BLUETOOTH device, input “0000.”

The BLUETOOTH connection is established. 
“BT AUDIO” appears on the display.

*  “Passcode” may be referred to as “Passkey,” “PIN code,” 

“PIN number,” or “Password.”

Tip

You can pair up to 8 BLUETOOTH devices. If the 9th 
BLUETOOTH device is paired, the oldest paired device will be 
deleted.

Notes

  Pairing mode of the unit is cancelled after about 

5 minutes, and the BLUETOOTH indicator ( ) flashes. If 
pairing mode is cancelled while performing this 
procedure, start over from step 1.

  The passcode of the unit is fixed as “0000.” The unit 

cannot be paired with a BLUETOOTH device whose 
Passcode is not “0000.”

Pattern B

Pairing with an NFC-compatible 
smartphone

By just touching the unit with an NFC-compatible 
smartphone, the unit is turned on and switched to 
the BLUETOOTH function automatically and then 
paired and connected to the smartphone.

Compatible smartphones

NFC-compatible smartphones with Android™ 4.1 or later 
installed

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 relevant 
symbol or designated location on NFC 
compatible devices.

Turn on the NFC function of the smartphone.

For details, refer to the operating instructions 
supplied with the smartphone.

Touch the unit with the smartphone.

Keep touching the smartphone to the N-Mark 

 

on the unit until the smartphone responds.

Note

If your smartphone screen is locked, the smartphone will 
not function. Release the lock, then touch the 
smartphone to the N-Mark 

 again.

Smartphone responds 
(unit recognized)

Follow the on-screen instructions to establish 
the connection.

When the BLUETOOTH connection is established, 
“BT AUDIO” appears on the display.

Tips

  If it is difficult to establish the connection, try the 

following.

 Move the smartphone over the N-Mark 

 on the 

unit slowly.

 If the smartphone is in a case, remove it.

  Touch the unit with the smartphone again to 

disconnect.

  If you have multiple NFC-compatible devices, just 

touch the smartphone to a different device to switch 
the connection to that device. For example, when your 
smartphone is connected with NFC-compatible 
headphones, just touch the smartphone to the unit to 
change the BLUETOOTH connection to the unit 
(One-touch connection switching).

Listening to music

Check the following before operating the unit.

 The BLUETOOTH function of the BLUETOOTH 

device is turned on.

 Pairing has been completed. (See “Pairing this unit 

with a BLUETOOTH device”.)

Make the BLUETOOTH connection between 
the unit and the device.

For an NFC-incompatible BLUETOOTH 

device

Press BLUETOOTH 

 to turn on the BLUETOOTH 

function.
The last connected device will be connected 
automatically.

For an NFC-compatible smartphone

Touch the smartphone to the N-Mark 

 on the 

unit.

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.

Tip

To adjust the volume, set the volume of the BLUETOOTH 
device or the smartphone to the moderate level, and then 
press VOL   or + 

 on the unit.

To terminate a BLUETOOTH connection

Do any of following.

  Turn off the BLUETOOTH function of the 

BLUETOOTH device. For details, refer to the 
operating instructions supplied with the device.

  Turn off the BLUETOOTH device.

  Change the function of the unit.

  Turn off the unit.

  Touch the unit with the smartphone again to 

disconnect (NFC-compatible smartphones only).

To clear the paired device information

Hold down ERASE 

 until “BT RESET” appears 

on the display.

Press ENTER 

.

When the paired device information is cleared, 
“COMPLETE” appears on the display. To cancel 
the reset operation, press   

.

Listening to the radio

Press FM/AM 

 repeatedly to turn on the 

radio function and select the band “FM” or 
“AM.”

Hold down 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 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.

Note

The unit of frequency of tuned stations is MHz for the FM 
band and kHz for the AM band.

Notes on handling the FM antenna

  When adjusting the length, hold 

the antenna by the thickest part 
and top, and extend/retract it 
slowly.

  When adjusting the direction, 

hold the antenna by the 
thickest part and rotate it. If you 
move the antenna by the top or 
apply strong force, it may break.

To improve radio reception

Use the radio in a place where 
radio signals can be easily 
received, such as near a window. 
Also, adjust the antenna (FM) or 
reorient the unit itself (AM) for 
good reception.

Adjust the antenna to 
improve FM reception. If the 
stereo FM reception is noisy, 
press FM MODE 

 repeatedly 

until “MONO” appears on the 
display. You will lose the 
stereo effect, but the 
reception will be improved.

Reorient the unit 
itself to improve AM 
reception. (A ferrite 
bar antenna is built 
in the unit.)

If the reception problem still persists, try changing 
the installation location.
Avoid places such as the following:

Between 
buildings

Nearby 
mobile 
phones, 
electrical 
appliances

On steel desks 
or tables

Presetting stations to FAVORITE 
RADIO STATIONS

You can preset up to three favorite stations to 
FAVORITE RADIO STATIONS (1-3) buttons. Assign one 
FM or AM program for each button.

Press FM/AM 

 repeatedly to turn on the 

radio function and select the band “FM” or 
“AM.”

Tune to the station you want to preset.

Press and hold the desired FAVORITE RADIO 
STATIONS (–SET) (1-3) button 

 until you hear 

a beep.

The tuned station is preset to the selected button 
of FAVORITE RADIO STATIONS (1-3) and the same 
number as that of the button will light up on the 
display.

(Example: Presetting FM 87.5 MHz to number  )

To change the preset station

Repeat steps 1 to 3.
The preset station on the button will be replaced by 
the new one.

Listening to preset stations with 
FAVORITE RADIO STATIONS

Press the desired FAVORITE RADIO STATIONS (1-3) 
button 

.

Note

To prevent the preset from being changed by mistake, do 
not hold down the button. If doing so, the preset on the 
button will be replaced by the currently tuned station.

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Personal Audio System

Operating Instructions

©2014 Sony Corporation     Printed in China

ZS-RS60BT

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.  ZS-RS60BT 
Serial No.   

Before operating the unit, please read this guide 
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

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, do not cover the ventilation 
opening of the appliance with newspapers, 
tablecloths, curtains, etc. Do not expose the 
appliance to naked flame sources (for example, 
lighted candles).
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.
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an 
incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according 
to the instructions.
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.

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

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of 
procedures other than those specified herein may 
result in hazardous radiation exposure.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications 
not expressly approved in this manual could void 
your authority to operate this equipment.
This equipment must not be co-located or operated 
in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
This equipment complies with FCC/ISED radiation 
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled 
environment and meets the FCC radio frequency 
(RF) Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of the ISED 
radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment 
should be installed and operated keeping the 
radiator at least 20 cm (7 7/8 in) or more away from 
person’s body.

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.

This graphical symbol is located on the bottom of 
the unit.

This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules and 
Innovation, Science and Economic Development 
Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). 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.

Personal Audio System is designed to be used 
for playing back music sources on CDs or USB 
devices, transferring music to USB devices, 
listening to radio stations, and listening to music 
on BLUETOOTH® devices.

Do not place this product close to medical 
devices

This product (including accessories) has magnet(s) 
which may interfere with pacemakers, 
programmable shunt valves for hydrocephalus 
treatment, or other medical devices. Do not place 
this product close to persons who use such medical 
devices. Consult your doctor before using this 
product if you use any such medical device.

Power Sources

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)

Rear

The batteries are oriented 
in different directions. 
Insert them in the correct 
orientation as illustrated 
here.
Avoid using old batteries 
with new ones or mixing 
different type of batteries.

Notes

  When using the radio on batteries and the battery power drops to a certain level, the OPR/BATT indicator 

 dims or the power 

of the radio may go off during playback. If this happens, replace all the batteries with new ones. Even after the OPR/BATT 
indicator 

 becomes dim, you can use the radio function for some time, although you cannot use the CD player. Before you 

replace the batteries, be sure to remove any CD and disconnect any USB devices or optional components from the unit.

  To use the unit on batteries, disconnect the AC power cord from the unit and the wall outlet.

  Batteries have a recommended use-by date for proper use. When using expired batteries, battery life will be extremely short. 

Check the use-by date on the batteries and if they are expired, replace them with new ones.

  In standby mode with the AC power cord connected, “STANDBY” appears on the display.

Basic Operations

*

 

 

 and VOL + 

 have a tactile dot.

Before using the unit

To turn the power on or off

Press POWER 

. 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 CD 

, USB 

, BLUETOOTH 

, FM/AM 

AUDIO IN 

 or FAVORITE RADIO STATIONS (1-3) 

 

while the unit is turned off. The power turns on with 
the relevant function selected.

To adjust the volume

Press VOL + or   

.

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.

Playing a music disc

Press CD 

 to turn on the CD function.

Press PUSH OPEN/CLOSE 

 

, place a disc in 

the CD compartment and then close the 
compartment cover.

Label side up

The disc is loaded and the disc information 
appears on the display. 

Audio CD

Total number of tracks

Total playing time

MP3/WMA disc

Total number of folders*

*  If MP3/WMA files are present only in the root directory 

(“ROOT” folder), “1FLDR” appears on the display.

Press 

 

 to start playback.

Track number or MP3/WMA file 
number

Playing time

When you play an MP3/WMA disc, the folder 
name*

1

 and song title are displayed before the 

playing time*

2

 appears.

*

1

  If MP3/WMA files are present only in the root directory, 

“ROOT” appears on the display.

*

2

 If the playing time is longer than 100 minutes, “--:--” 

appears on the display.

Other operations

To

Do this

Pause playback

Press 

 

. To return to 

playback, press the button 
again.

Stop playback

Press   

. When you press 

 

 after playback is stopped, 

playback starts from the point 
where you stopped playback 
(Resume Play).

Select a folder 
on an MP3/WMA 
disc

Press   + or   

.

Select a track/
file

Press 

 or 

 

. You can 

skip tracks/files one by one.

Find a point in a 
track/file

Hold down 

 or 

 

 

during playback, and release the 
button at the desired point. 
When locating a point while 
paused, press 

 

 to start 

playback after the desired point 
is found.

Tip

To cancel the Resume Play, press   

 while the CD is 

stopped.

Note

Resume Play is cancelled in the following cases: 

 

When you open the CD compartment.

 

When you turn off the power.

Example of folder structure and playing order

The playing order of the folders and files is as 
follows. However, the playing order may differ from 
the original order on the disc, depending on the 
recording method used.

Folder

MP3/WMA file

Notes on MP3/WMA discs

  When a disc is loaded, the unit reads all the files on that 

disc. During this time, “READING” is flashing. If there are 
many folders or non-MP3/WMA files on the disc, it may 
take a long time for play to begin or for the next MP3/
WMA file to start to play.

  We recommend that non-MP3/WMA files or unnecessary 

folders are excluded when creating MP3/WMA discs.

  During playback, audio files other than MP3 and WMA 

files are skipped even if those files are included in a folder.

  The audio formats supported by this unit are as follows:

 

MP3: File extension “.mp3”

 

WMA: File extension “.wma”

  Note that even if the file name has the correct file 

extension but the actual file was created in a 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.

  This unit cannot play audio files on a disc in the following 

cases:

 

When the total number of audio files exceeds 999.

 

When the total number of folders on a single disc 
exceeds 256 (including the “ROOT” folder).

 

When the directory level (folder depths) exceeds 8 
(including the “ROOT” folder).

  Folder names can be displayed with up to 32 characters, 

including quotation marks.

  File names can be displayed with up to 32 characters, 

including quotation marks and file extensions.

  Characters and symbols that cannot be displayed by the 

unit will appear as “_”.

  This unit conforms to version 1.0, 1.1, 2.2, 2.3 and 2.4 of the 

ID3 tag format for MP3 files and the WMA tag format 
defined by the ASF specification (Advanced Systems 
Format) for WMA files. When a file has the ID3 or WMA tag 
information, the song title, artist name, and album name 
will be displayed. If a file does not have the 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 and WMA tag information can be displayed up to 64 

characters.

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 copyright protection (Digital Rights 

Management) cannot be played on this unit.

Connect the USB device to the 

 (USB) port 

.

Press USB 

 to turn on the USB function.

The volume label scrolls once, then the total 
number of folders appears on the display.

Total number of folders

Press 

 

 to start playback.

The folder name and song title are displayed, and 
then the file number and playing time appear.

File number

Playing time*

*  If the playing time is longer than 100 minutes, “--:--” 

appears on the display.

Other operations

To

Do this

Pause playback

Press 

 

. To return to 

playback, press the button 
again*.

Stop playback

Press   

. When you press 

 

 after playback is stopped, 

playback starts from the point 
where you stopped playback 
(Resume Play).

Select a folder

Press   + or   

.

Select a file

Press 

 or 

 

. You can 

skip files one by one.
To skip files continuously, hold 
down 

 or 

 

 and 

release the button at the desired 
file.

Find a point in a 
file

Hold down 

 or 

 

 

during playback, and release the 
button at the desired point. 
When locating a point while 
paused, press 

 

 to start 

playback after the desired point 
is found.

*  When playing a VBR MP3/WMA/AAC file, playback may 

restart from a different point.

Note

When removing a USB device, hold down   

 until “NO 

DEV” appears, and then turn off the unit or switch to other 
functions beforehand. Removing the USB device without 
performing these steps may corrupt the data on the USB 
device or damage the device itself.

Example of folder structure and playing order

The playing order of the folders and files is as 
follows. However, the playing order may differ from 
the original order on the USB device, depending on 
the recording method used.

Folder
MP3/WMA/AAC file

USB device

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.

  Do not save non-MP3/WMA/AAC files or unnecessary 

folders to a USB device that contains MP3/WMA/AAC files.

  During playback, audio files other than MP3, WMA and 

AAC files are skipped even if those files are included in a 
folder.

  The audio formats supported by this unit are as follows:

 MP3: file extension “.mp3”

 WMA: file extension “.wma”

 AAC: file extension “.m4a,” “.3gp” and “.mp4”

  Note that even if the file name has the correct file 

extension but the actual file was created in a 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.

  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 5 000.

 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 can be displayed with up to 32 characters, 

including quotation marks.

  File names can be displayed with up to 32 characters, 

including quotation marks and file extensions.

  Characters and symbols that cannot be displayed by the 

unit will appear as “_”.

  This unit conforms to version 1.0, 1.1, 2.2, 2.3 and 2.4 of the 

ID3 tag format for MP3 files, the WMA tag format defined 
by the ASF specification (Advanced Systems Format) for 
WMA files, and the AAC tag format for AAC files. 
When a file has the ID3, WMA or AAC tag information, the 
song title, artist name, and album name will be displayed. 
If a file does not have the 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, WMA and AAC tag information can be displayed up to 

64 characters.

Transferring music from a disc to a 

USB device

You can transfer a whole disc (CD SYNC transfer) or 
the currently playing track or file (REC1 transfer) to a 
USB device (digital music player or USB storage 
media, etc.).
When transferring from a CD, the tracks are 
transferred as MP3 files with a sampling frequency 
of 44.1 kHz at 128 kbps (CBR). When transferring 
from an MP3/WMA disc, MP3/WMA files are 
transferred with the same bit rate as the original 
MP3/WMA files.

Connect the USB device to the 

 (USB) port 

.

Press CD 

 to turn on the CD function.

Place the disc you want to transfer in the CD 
compartment.

 

Ą

CD SYNC transfer

To transfer a whole disc

Proceed to step 4.

To transfer MP3/WMA files in a specific 

folder

Set the play mode to folder play ( ) or folder 
repeat play ( ,  ), and then press   + or   

 

repeatedly to select the folder you want.

To transfer only your favorite tracks/files

Perform step 1 to 5 of “Creating your own 
program (Program Play)” on the back page.

 

Ą

REC1 transfer

To transfer a single track/file

Select and start playback of the track/file you 
want to transfer.

Press REC 

.

“REC” flashes on the display and the unit starts 
calculating the amount of free space on the USB 
device.

If “LOW ***M” appears on the display, there is not 
sufficient space on the device. To cancel the 
transferring, press   

. To continue transferring 

anyway, proceed to step 5.

Press ENTER 

.

Transferring starts.  
When transferring is completed, playback stops 
automatically (CD SYNC transfer) or proceeds to 
the next track/file (REC1 transfer).

To stop transferring

Press 

 

.

When the transferring source is a CD-DA track, the 
audio file is generated up to the point the 
transferring was stopped. When the source is an 
MP3 or WMA file, the file that is currently being 
transferred is not generated.

Folder and file generation rules

When first transferring to a USB device, a “MUSIC” 
folder and its sub folder “SONY” are created directly 
below the “ROOT” folder.
Folders and files are generated within the “CD” 
folder under the “SONY” folder based on the 
following rules.

CD SYNC transfer

Transferring 

source

Folder name

File name

MP3/WMA

Same as the transferring source*

1, 2

CD-DA

“ALBUM001”*

3

“TRACK001”*

4

REC1 transfer

Transferring 

source

Folder name

File name

MP3/WMA

“REC1”*

5

Same as the 
transferring 
source*

2

CD-DA

“TRACK001”*

4

*

1

  In Program Play mode, the folder name is “FLDRxxx,” and 

the file name depends on the transferring source.

*

2

 Up to 32 characters (including a file extension for a file 

name) can be displayed.

*

3

 Folder names are assigned in sequential order up to a 

maximum of 256 (including the “ROOT” and “MUSIC” 
folders).

*

4

 File names are assigned in sequential order.

*

5

 A new file is transferred to the “REC1” folder each time 

single track transfer is performed.

To erase audio files or folders from the USB 

device

Press 

 or 

 

 repeatedly to select an 

audio file, or press   + or   

 repeatedly to 

select a folder.

Press ERASE 

.

“ERASE?” appears on the display.

Press ENTER 

.

“TRACK ERASE?” or “FOLDER ERASE?” appears on 
the display.

Press ENTER 

.

The selected audio file or folder is erased, and 
“COMPLETE” appears on the display.

Notes

  If you start transferring in shuffle play or repeat play 

mode, the selected play mode is automatically changed 
to normal play.

  Do not remove the USB device during transferring or erase 

operations. Doing so may corrupt the data on the device 
or damage the device itself.

  While transferring, no sound is output and “HI-SPEED” 

appears on the display.

  CD-TEXT information is not transferred in the created MP3 

files.

  Transferring stops automatically if:

 the USB device runs out of space during transferring.

 the number of audio files and folders on the USB device 

reaches the limit that the unit can recognize.

  Non-MP3/WMA/AAC format files or sub folders in the 

folder are not erased.

  Radio sound and sound from an optional component 

cannot be transferred to a USB device.

Note on copyright-protected content

The transferred music is limited to private use only. Use of 
the music beyond this limit requires permission from the 
copyright holders.

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.

Pairing this unit with a 
BLUETOOTH device

BLUETOOTH devices must be “paired” with each 
other beforehand. Once BLUETOOTH devices are 
paired, there is no need for pairing again, unless the 
pairing information is cleared.
Choose the pairing method below depending on 
your device.

Pairing with an NFC-incompatible BLUETOOTH 
device:  
see 

Pattern A

Pairing with an NFC-compatible smartphone:  

see 

Pattern B

Pattern A

Pairing with an NFC-incompatible 
BLUETOOTH device

Keep the BLUETOOTH device and the unit within 1 
meter (39 

3

/

8

 in) of each other for this operation.

Press BLUETOOTH 

 to turn on the 

BLUETOOTH function.

If no devices have been paired, such as when you 
press BLUETOOTH 

 for the first time after you 

purchase the unit, the unit automatically enters 
pairing mode, and the BLUETOOTH indicator ( ) 
and “PAIRING” flash on the display.

When pairing with two or more 

BLUETOOTH devices

Hold down BLUETOOTH (–PAIRING) 

 until two 

beeps are heard.

Turn on the BLUETOOTH function of the 
BLUETOOTH device.

Perform the pairing procedure on the 
BLUETOOTH device to detect the unit.

Select “ZS-RS60BT” shown on the display of 
the BLUETOOTH device.

If “ZS-RS60BT” does not appear on the device’s 
display, repeat from step 2.

If Passcode* input is required on the display of 
the BLUETOOTH device, input “0000.”

The BLUETOOTH connection is established. 
“BT AUDIO” appears on the display.

*  “Passcode” may be referred to as “Passkey,” “PIN code,” 

“PIN number,” or “Password.”

Tip

You can pair up to 8 BLUETOOTH devices. If the 9th 
BLUETOOTH device is paired, the oldest paired device will be 
deleted.

Notes

  Pairing mode of the unit is cancelled after about 

5 minutes, and the BLUETOOTH indicator ( ) flashes. If 
pairing mode is cancelled while performing this 
procedure, start over from step 1.

  The passcode of the unit is fixed as “0000.” The unit 

cannot be paired with a BLUETOOTH device whose 
Passcode is not “0000.”

Pattern B

Pairing with an NFC-compatible 
smartphone

By just touching the unit with an NFC-compatible 
smartphone, the unit is turned on and switched to 
the BLUETOOTH function automatically and then 
paired and connected to the smartphone.

Compatible smartphones

NFC-compatible smartphones with Android™ 4.1 or later 
installed

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 relevant 
symbol or designated location on NFC 
compatible devices.

Turn on the NFC function of the smartphone.

For details, refer to the operating instructions 
supplied with the smartphone.

Touch the unit with the smartphone.

Keep touching the smartphone to the N-Mark 

 

on the unit until the smartphone responds.

Note

If your smartphone screen is locked, the smartphone will 
not function. Release the lock, then touch the 
smartphone to the N-Mark 

 again.

Smartphone responds 
(unit recognized)

Follow the on-screen instructions to establish 
the connection.

When the BLUETOOTH connection is established, 
“BT AUDIO” appears on the display.

Tips

  If it is difficult to establish the connection, try the 

following.

 Move the smartphone over the N-Mark 

 on the 

unit slowly.

 If the smartphone is in a case, remove it.

  Touch the unit with the smartphone again to 

disconnect.

  If you have multiple NFC-compatible devices, just 

touch the smartphone to a different device to switch 
the connection to that device. For example, when your 
smartphone is connected with NFC-compatible 
headphones, just touch the smartphone to the unit to 
change the BLUETOOTH connection to the unit 
(One-touch connection switching).

Listening to music

Check the following before operating the unit.

 The BLUETOOTH function of the BLUETOOTH 

device is turned on.

 Pairing has been completed. (See “Pairing this unit 

with a BLUETOOTH device”.)

Make the BLUETOOTH connection between 
the unit and the device.

For an NFC-incompatible BLUETOOTH 

device

Press BLUETOOTH 

 to turn on the BLUETOOTH 

function.
The last connected device will be connected 
automatically.

For an NFC-compatible smartphone

Touch the smartphone to the N-Mark 

 on the 

unit.

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.

Tip

To adjust the volume, set the volume of the BLUETOOTH 
device or the smartphone to the moderate level, and then 
press VOL   or + 

 on the unit.

To terminate a BLUETOOTH connection

Do any of following.

  Turn off the BLUETOOTH function of the 

BLUETOOTH device. For details, refer to the 
operating instructions supplied with the device.

  Turn off the BLUETOOTH device.

  Change the function of the unit.

  Turn off the unit.

  Touch the unit with the smartphone again to 

disconnect (NFC-compatible smartphones only).

To clear the paired device information

Hold down ERASE 

 until “BT RESET” appears 

on the display.

Press ENTER 

.

When the paired device information is cleared, 
“COMPLETE” appears on the display. To cancel 
the reset operation, press   

.

Listening to the radio

Press FM/AM 

 repeatedly to turn on the 

radio function and select the band “FM” or 
“AM.”

Hold down 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 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.

Note

The unit of frequency of tuned stations is MHz for the FM 
band and kHz for the AM band.

Notes on handling the FM antenna

  When adjusting the length, hold 

the antenna by the thickest part 
and top, and extend/retract it 
slowly.

  When adjusting the direction, 

hold the antenna by the 
thickest part and rotate it. If you 
move the antenna by the top or 
apply strong force, it may break.

To improve radio reception

Use the radio in a place where 
radio signals can be easily 
received, such as near a window. 
Also, adjust the antenna (FM) or 
reorient the unit itself (AM) for 
good reception.

Adjust the antenna to 
improve FM reception. If the 
stereo FM reception is noisy, 
press FM MODE 

 repeatedly 

until “MONO” appears on the 
display. You will lose the 
stereo effect, but the 
reception will be improved.

Reorient the unit 
itself to improve AM 
reception. (A ferrite 
bar antenna is built 
in the unit.)

If the reception problem still persists, try changing 
the installation location.
Avoid places such as the following:

Between 
buildings

Nearby 
mobile 
phones, 
electrical 
appliances

On steel desks 
or tables

Presetting stations to FAVORITE 
RADIO STATIONS

You can preset up to three favorite stations to 
FAVORITE RADIO STATIONS (1-3) buttons. Assign one 
FM or AM program for each button.

Press FM/AM 

 repeatedly to turn on the 

radio function and select the band “FM” or 
“AM.”

Tune to the station you want to preset.

Press and hold the desired FAVORITE RADIO 
STATIONS (–SET) (1-3) button 

 until you hear 

a beep.

The tuned station is preset to the selected button 
of FAVORITE RADIO STATIONS (1-3) and the same 
number as that of the button will light up on the 
display.

(Example: Presetting FM 87.5 MHz to number  )

To change the preset station

Repeat steps 1 to 3.
The preset station on the button will be replaced by 
the new one.

Listening to preset stations with 
FAVORITE RADIO STATIONS

Press the desired FAVORITE RADIO STATIONS (1-3) 
button 

.

Note

To prevent the preset from being changed by mistake, do 
not hold down the button. If doing so, the preset on the 
button will be replaced by the currently tuned station.

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Personal Audio System

Operating Instructions

©2014 Sony Corporation     Printed in China

ZS-RS60BT

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.  ZS-RS60BT 
Serial No.   

Before operating the unit, please read this guide 
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

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, do not cover the ventilation 
opening of the appliance with newspapers, 
tablecloths, curtains, etc. Do not expose the 
appliance to naked flame sources (for example, 
lighted candles).
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.
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an 
incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according 
to the instructions.
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.

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

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of 
procedures other than those specified herein may 
result in hazardous radiation exposure.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications 
not expressly approved in this manual could void 
your authority to operate this equipment.
This equipment must not be co-located or operated 
in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
This equipment complies with FCC/ISED radiation 
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled 
environment and meets the FCC radio frequency 
(RF) Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of the ISED 
radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment 
should be installed and operated keeping the 
radiator at least 20 cm (7 7/8 in) or more away from 
person’s body.

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.

This graphical symbol is located on the bottom of 
the unit.

This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules and 
Innovation, Science and Economic Development 
Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). 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.

Personal Audio System is designed to be used 
for playing back music sources on CDs or USB 
devices, transferring music to USB devices, 
listening to radio stations, and listening to music 
on BLUETOOTH® devices.

Do not place this product close to medical 
devices

This product (including accessories) has magnet(s) 
which may interfere with pacemakers, 
programmable shunt valves for hydrocephalus 
treatment, or other medical devices. Do not place 
this product close to persons who use such medical 
devices. Consult your doctor before using this 
product if you use any such medical device.

Power Sources

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)

Rear

The batteries are oriented 
in different directions. 
Insert them in the correct 
orientation as illustrated 
here.
Avoid using old batteries 
with new ones or mixing 
different type of batteries.

Notes

  When using the radio on batteries and the battery power drops to a certain level, the OPR/BATT indicator 

 dims or the power 

of the radio may go off during playback. If this happens, replace all the batteries with new ones. Even after the OPR/BATT 
indicator 

 becomes dim, you can use the radio function for some time, although you cannot use the CD player. Before you 

replace the batteries, be sure to remove any CD and disconnect any USB devices or optional components from the unit.

  To use the unit on batteries, disconnect the AC power cord from the unit and the wall outlet.

  Batteries have a recommended use-by date for proper use. When using expired batteries, battery life will be extremely short. 

Check the use-by date on the batteries and if they are expired, replace them with new ones.

  In standby mode with the AC power cord connected, “STANDBY” appears on the display.

Basic Operations

*

 

 

 and VOL + 

 have a tactile dot.

Before using the unit

To turn the power on or off

Press POWER 

. 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 CD 

, USB 

, BLUETOOTH 

, FM/AM 

AUDIO IN 

 or FAVORITE RADIO STATIONS (1-3) 

 

while the unit is turned off. The power turns on with 
the relevant function selected.

To adjust the volume

Press VOL + or   

.

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.

Playing a music disc

Press CD 

 to turn on the CD function.

Press PUSH OPEN/CLOSE 

 

, place a disc in 

the CD compartment and then close the 
compartment cover.

Label side up

The disc is loaded and the disc information 
appears on the display. 

Audio CD

Total number of tracks

Total playing time

MP3/WMA disc

Total number of folders*

*  If MP3/WMA files are present only in the root directory 

(“ROOT” folder), “1FLDR” appears on the display.

Press 

 

 to start playback.

Track number or MP3/WMA file 
number

Playing time

When you play an MP3/WMA disc, the folder 
name*

1

 and song title are displayed before the 

playing time*

2

 appears.

*

1

  If MP3/WMA files are present only in the root directory, 

“ROOT” appears on the display.

*

2

 If the playing time is longer than 100 minutes, “--:--” 

appears on the display.

Other operations

To

Do this

Pause playback

Press 

 

. To return to 

playback, press the button 
again.

Stop playback

Press   

. When you press 

 

 after playback is stopped, 

playback starts from the point 
where you stopped playback 
(Resume Play).

Select a folder 
on an MP3/WMA 
disc

Press   + or   

.

Select a track/
file

Press 

 or 

 

. You can 

skip tracks/files one by one.

Find a point in a 
track/file

Hold down 

 or 

 

 

during playback, and release the 
button at the desired point. 
When locating a point while 
paused, press 

 

 to start 

playback after the desired point 
is found.

Tip

To cancel the Resume Play, press   

 while the CD is 

stopped.

Note

Resume Play is cancelled in the following cases: 

 

When you open the CD compartment.

 

When you turn off the power.

Example of folder structure and playing order

The playing order of the folders and files is as 
follows. However, the playing order may differ from 
the original order on the disc, depending on the 
recording method used.

Folder

MP3/WMA file

Notes on MP3/WMA discs

  When a disc is loaded, the unit reads all the files on that 

disc. During this time, “READING” is flashing. If there are 
many folders or non-MP3/WMA files on the disc, it may 
take a long time for play to begin or for the next MP3/
WMA file to start to play.

  We recommend that non-MP3/WMA files or unnecessary 

folders are excluded when creating MP3/WMA discs.

  During playback, audio files other than MP3 and WMA 

files are skipped even if those files are included in a folder.

  The audio formats supported by this unit are as follows:

 

MP3: File extension “.mp3”

 

WMA: File extension “.wma”

  Note that even if the file name has the correct file 

extension but the actual file was created in a 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.

  This unit cannot play audio files on a disc in the following 

cases:

 

When the total number of audio files exceeds 999.

 

When the total number of folders on a single disc 
exceeds 256 (including the “ROOT” folder).

 

When the directory level (folder depths) exceeds 8 
(including the “ROOT” folder).

  Folder names can be displayed with up to 32 characters, 

including quotation marks.

  File names can be displayed with up to 32 characters, 

including quotation marks and file extensions.

  Characters and symbols that cannot be displayed by the 

unit will appear as “_”.

  This unit conforms to version 1.0, 1.1, 2.2, 2.3 and 2.4 of the 

ID3 tag format for MP3 files and the WMA tag format 
defined by the ASF specification (Advanced Systems 
Format) for WMA files. When a file has the ID3 or WMA tag 
information, the song title, artist name, and album name 
will be displayed. If a file does not have the 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 and WMA tag information can be displayed up to 64 

characters.

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 copyright protection (Digital Rights 

Management) cannot be played on this unit.

Connect the USB device to the 

 (USB) port 

.

Press USB 

 to turn on the USB function.

The volume label scrolls once, then the total 
number of folders appears on the display.

Total number of folders

Press 

 

 to start playback.

The folder name and song title are displayed, and 
then the file number and playing time appear.

File number

Playing time*

*  If the playing time is longer than 100 minutes, “--:--” 

appears on the display.

Other operations

To

Do this

Pause playback

Press 

 

. To return to 

playback, press the button 
again*.

Stop playback

Press   

. When you press 

 

 after playback is stopped, 

playback starts from the point 
where you stopped playback 
(Resume Play).

Select a folder

Press   + or   

.

Select a file

Press 

 or 

 

. You can 

skip files one by one.
To skip files continuously, hold 
down 

 or 

 

 and 

release the button at the desired 
file.

Find a point in a 
file

Hold down 

 or 

 

 

during playback, and release the 
button at the desired point. 
When locating a point while 
paused, press 

 

 to start 

playback after the desired point 
is found.

*  When playing a VBR MP3/WMA/AAC file, playback may 

restart from a different point.

Note

When removing a USB device, hold down   

 until “NO 

DEV” appears, and then turn off the unit or switch to other 
functions beforehand. Removing the USB device without 
performing these steps may corrupt the data on the USB 
device or damage the device itself.

Example of folder structure and playing order

The playing order of the folders and files is as 
follows. However, the playing order may differ from 
the original order on the USB device, depending on 
the recording method used.

Folder
MP3/WMA/AAC file

USB device

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.

  Do not save non-MP3/WMA/AAC files or unnecessary 

folders to a USB device that contains MP3/WMA/AAC files.

  During playback, audio files other than MP3, WMA and 

AAC files are skipped even if those files are included in a 
folder.

  The audio formats supported by this unit are as follows:

 MP3: file extension “.mp3”

 WMA: file extension “.wma”

 AAC: file extension “.m4a,” “.3gp” and “.mp4”

  Note that even if the file name has the correct file 

extension but the actual file was created in a 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.

  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 5 000.

 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 can be displayed with up to 32 characters, 

including quotation marks.

  File names can be displayed with up to 32 characters, 

including quotation marks and file extensions.

  Characters and symbols that cannot be displayed by the 

unit will appear as “_”.

  This unit conforms to version 1.0, 1.1, 2.2, 2.3 and 2.4 of the 

ID3 tag format for MP3 files, the WMA tag format defined 
by the ASF specification (Advanced Systems Format) for 
WMA files, and the AAC tag format for AAC files. 
When a file has the ID3, WMA or AAC tag information, the 
song title, artist name, and album name will be displayed. 
If a file does not have the 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, WMA and AAC tag information can be displayed up to 

64 characters.

Transferring music from a disc to a 

USB device

You can transfer a whole disc (CD SYNC transfer) or 
the currently playing track or file (REC1 transfer) to a 
USB device (digital music player or USB storage 
media, etc.).
When transferring from a CD, the tracks are 
transferred as MP3 files with a sampling frequency 
of 44.1 kHz at 128 kbps (CBR). When transferring 
from an MP3/WMA disc, MP3/WMA files are 
transferred with the same bit rate as the original 
MP3/WMA files.

Connect the USB device to the 

 (USB) port 

.

Press CD 

 to turn on the CD function.

Place the disc you want to transfer in the CD 
compartment.

 

Ą

CD SYNC transfer

To transfer a whole disc

Proceed to step 4.

To transfer MP3/WMA files in a specific 

folder

Set the play mode to folder play ( ) or folder 
repeat play ( ,  ), and then press   + or   

 

repeatedly to select the folder you want.

To transfer only your favorite tracks/files

Perform step 1 to 5 of “Creating your own 
program (Program Play)” on the back page.

 

Ą

REC1 transfer

To transfer a single track/file

Select and start playback of the track/file you 
want to transfer.

Press REC 

.

“REC” flashes on the display and the unit starts 
calculating the amount of free space on the USB 
device.

If “LOW ***M” appears on the display, there is not 
sufficient space on the device. To cancel the 
transferring, press   

. To continue transferring 

anyway, proceed to step 5.

Press ENTER 

.

Transferring starts.  
When transferring is completed, playback stops 
automatically (CD SYNC transfer) or proceeds to 
the next track/file (REC1 transfer).

To stop transferring

Press 

 

.

When the transferring source is a CD-DA track, the 
audio file is generated up to the point the 
transferring was stopped. When the source is an 
MP3 or WMA file, the file that is currently being 
transferred is not generated.

Folder and file generation rules

When first transferring to a USB device, a “MUSIC” 
folder and its sub folder “SONY” are created directly 
below the “ROOT” folder.
Folders and files are generated within the “CD” 
folder under the “SONY” folder based on the 
following rules.

CD SYNC transfer

Transferring 

source

Folder name

File name

MP3/WMA

Same as the transferring source*

1, 2

CD-DA

“ALBUM001”*

3

“TRACK001”*

4

REC1 transfer

Transferring 

source

Folder name

File name

MP3/WMA

“REC1”*

5

Same as the 
transferring 
source*

2

CD-DA

“TRACK001”*

4

*

1

  In Program Play mode, the folder name is “FLDRxxx,” and 

the file name depends on the transferring source.

*

2

 Up to 32 characters (including a file extension for a file 

name) can be displayed.

*

3

 Folder names are assigned in sequential order up to a 

maximum of 256 (including the “ROOT” and “MUSIC” 
folders).

*

4

 File names are assigned in sequential order.

*

5

 A new file is transferred to the “REC1” folder each time 

single track transfer is performed.

To erase audio files or folders from the USB 

device

Press 

 or 

 

 repeatedly to select an 

audio file, or press   + or   

 repeatedly to 

select a folder.

Press ERASE 

.

“ERASE?” appears on the display.

Press ENTER 

.

“TRACK ERASE?” or “FOLDER ERASE?” appears on 
the display.

Press ENTER 

.

The selected audio file or folder is erased, and 
“COMPLETE” appears on the display.

Notes

  If you start transferring in shuffle play or repeat play 

mode, the selected play mode is automatically changed 
to normal play.

  Do not remove the USB device during transferring or erase 

operations. Doing so may corrupt the data on the device 
or damage the device itself.

  While transferring, no sound is output and “HI-SPEED” 

appears on the display.

  CD-TEXT information is not transferred in the created MP3 

files.

  Transferring stops automatically if:

 the USB device runs out of space during transferring.

 the number of audio files and folders on the USB device 

reaches the limit that the unit can recognize.

  Non-MP3/WMA/AAC format files or sub folders in the 

folder are not erased.

  Radio sound and sound from an optional component 

cannot be transferred to a USB device.

Note on copyright-protected content

The transferred music is limited to private use only. Use of 
the music beyond this limit requires permission from the 
copyright holders.

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.

Pairing this unit with a 
BLUETOOTH device

BLUETOOTH devices must be “paired” with each 
other beforehand. Once BLUETOOTH devices are 
paired, there is no need for pairing again, unless the 
pairing information is cleared.
Choose the pairing method below depending on 
your device.

Pairing with an NFC-incompatible BLUETOOTH 
device:  
see 

Pattern A

Pairing with an NFC-compatible smartphone:  

see 

Pattern B

Pattern A

Pairing with an NFC-incompatible 
BLUETOOTH device

Keep the BLUETOOTH device and the unit within 1 
meter (39 

3

/

8

 in) of each other for this operation.

Press BLUETOOTH 

 to turn on the 

BLUETOOTH function.

If no devices have been paired, such as when you 
press BLUETOOTH 

 for the first time after you 

purchase the unit, the unit automatically enters 
pairing mode, and the BLUETOOTH indicator ( ) 
and “PAIRING” flash on the display.

When pairing with two or more 

BLUETOOTH devices

Hold down BLUETOOTH (–PAIRING) 

 until two 

beeps are heard.

Turn on the BLUETOOTH function of the 
BLUETOOTH device.

Perform the pairing procedure on the 
BLUETOOTH device to detect the unit.

Select “ZS-RS60BT” shown on the display of 
the BLUETOOTH device.

If “ZS-RS60BT” does not appear on the device’s 
display, repeat from step 2.

If Passcode* input is required on the display of 
the BLUETOOTH device, input “0000.”

The BLUETOOTH connection is established. 
“BT AUDIO” appears on the display.

*  “Passcode” may be referred to as “Passkey,” “PIN code,” 

“PIN number,” or “Password.”

Tip

You can pair up to 8 BLUETOOTH devices. If the 9th 
BLUETOOTH device is paired, the oldest paired device will be 
deleted.

Notes

  Pairing mode of the unit is cancelled after about 

5 minutes, and the BLUETOOTH indicator ( ) flashes. If 
pairing mode is cancelled while performing this 
procedure, start over from step 1.

  The passcode of the unit is fixed as “0000.” The unit 

cannot be paired with a BLUETOOTH device whose 
Passcode is not “0000.”

Pattern B

Pairing with an NFC-compatible 
smartphone

By just touching the unit with an NFC-compatible 
smartphone, the unit is turned on and switched to 
the BLUETOOTH function automatically and then 
paired and connected to the smartphone.

Compatible smartphones

NFC-compatible smartphones with Android™ 4.1 or later 
installed

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 relevant 
symbol or designated location on NFC 
compatible devices.

Turn on the NFC function of the smartphone.

For details, refer to the operating instructions 
supplied with the smartphone.

Touch the unit with the smartphone.

Keep touching the smartphone to the N-Mark 

 

on the unit until the smartphone responds.

Note

If your smartphone screen is locked, the smartphone will 
not function. Release the lock, then touch the 
smartphone to the N-Mark 

 again.

Smartphone responds 
(unit recognized)

Follow the on-screen instructions to establish 
the connection.

When the BLUETOOTH connection is established, 
“BT AUDIO” appears on the display.

Tips

  If it is difficult to establish the connection, try the 

following.

 Move the smartphone over the N-Mark 

 on the 

unit slowly.

 If the smartphone is in a case, remove it.

  Touch the unit with the smartphone again to 

disconnect.

  If you have multiple NFC-compatible devices, just 

touch the smartphone to a different device to switch 
the connection to that device. For example, when your 
smartphone is connected with NFC-compatible 
headphones, just touch the smartphone to the unit to 
change the BLUETOOTH connection to the unit 
(One-touch connection switching).

Listening to music

Check the following before operating the unit.

 The BLUETOOTH function of the BLUETOOTH 

device is turned on.

 Pairing has been completed. (See “Pairing this unit 

with a BLUETOOTH device”.)

Make the BLUETOOTH connection between 
the unit and the device.

For an NFC-incompatible BLUETOOTH 

device

Press BLUETOOTH 

 to turn on the BLUETOOTH 

function.
The last connected device will be connected 
automatically.

For an NFC-compatible smartphone

Touch the smartphone to the N-Mark 

 on the 

unit.

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.

Tip

To adjust the volume, set the volume of the BLUETOOTH 
device or the smartphone to the moderate level, and then 
press VOL   or + 

 on the unit.

To terminate a BLUETOOTH connection

Do any of following.

  Turn off the BLUETOOTH function of the 

BLUETOOTH device. For details, refer to the 
operating instructions supplied with the device.

  Turn off the BLUETOOTH device.

  Change the function of the unit.

  Turn off the unit.

  Touch the unit with the smartphone again to 

disconnect (NFC-compatible smartphones only).

To clear the paired device information

Hold down ERASE 

 until “BT RESET” appears 

on the display.

Press ENTER 

.

When the paired device information is cleared, 
“COMPLETE” appears on the display. To cancel 
the reset operation, press   

.

Listening to the radio

Press FM/AM 

 repeatedly to turn on the 

radio function and select the band “FM” or 
“AM.”

Hold down 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 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.

Note

The unit of frequency of tuned stations is MHz for the FM 
band and kHz for the AM band.

Notes on handling the FM antenna

  When adjusting the length, hold 

the antenna by the thickest part 
and top, and extend/retract it 
slowly.

  When adjusting the direction, 

hold the antenna by the 
thickest part and rotate it. If you 
move the antenna by the top or 
apply strong force, it may break.

To improve radio reception

Use the radio in a place where 
radio signals can be easily 
received, such as near a window. 
Also, adjust the antenna (FM) or 
reorient the unit itself (AM) for 
good reception.

Adjust the antenna to 
improve FM reception. If the 
stereo FM reception is noisy, 
press FM MODE 

 repeatedly 

until “MONO” appears on the 
display. You will lose the 
stereo effect, but the 
reception will be improved.

Reorient the unit 
itself to improve AM 
reception. (A ferrite 
bar antenna is built 
in the unit.)

If the reception problem still persists, try changing 
the installation location.
Avoid places such as the following:

Between 
buildings

Nearby 
mobile 
phones, 
electrical 
appliances

On steel desks 
or tables

Presetting stations to FAVORITE 
RADIO STATIONS

You can preset up to three favorite stations to 
FAVORITE RADIO STATIONS (1-3) buttons. Assign one 
FM or AM program for each button.

Press FM/AM 

 repeatedly to turn on the 

radio function and select the band “FM” or 
“AM.”

Tune to the station you want to preset.

Press and hold the desired FAVORITE RADIO 
STATIONS (–SET) (1-3) button 

 until you hear 

a beep.

The tuned station is preset to the selected button 
of FAVORITE RADIO STATIONS (1-3) and the same 
number as that of the button will light up on the 
display.

(Example: Presetting FM 87.5 MHz to number  )

To change the preset station

Repeat steps 1 to 3.
The preset station on the button will be replaced by 
the new one.

Listening to preset stations with 
FAVORITE RADIO STATIONS

Press the desired FAVORITE RADIO STATIONS (1-3) 
button 

.

Note

To prevent the preset from being changed by mistake, do 
not hold down the button. If doing so, the preset on the 
button will be replaced by the currently tuned station.

Summary of Contents for ZS-RS60BT

Page 1: ...5 036 235 11 1 Personal Audio System Operating Instructions 2014 Sony Corporation Printed in China ZS RS60BT ...

Page 2: ... during playback If this happens replace all the batteries with new ones Even after the OPR BATT indicator becomes dim you can use the radio function for some time although you cannot use the CD player Before you replace the batteries be sure to remove any CD and disconnect any USB devices or optional components from the unit To use the unit on batteries disconnect the AC power cord from the unit ...

Page 3: ...esponds Note If your smartphone screen is locked the smartphone will not function Release the lock then touch the smartphone to the N Mark again Smartphone responds unit recognized 3 Follow the on screen instructions to establish the connection When the BLUETOOTH connection is established BT AUDIO appears on the display Tips If it is difficult to establish the connection try the following Move the...

Page 4: ...ease the button at the desired file Find a point in a file Hold down or during playback and release the button at the desired point When locating a point while paused press to start playback after the desired point is found When playing a VBR MP3 WMA AAC file playback may restart from a different point Note When removing a USB device hold down until NO DEV appears and then turn off the unit or swi...

Page 5: ...s to the next track file REC1 transfer To stop transferring Press When the transferring source is a CD DA track the audio file is generated up to the point the transferring was stopped When the source is an MP3 or WMA file the file that is currently being transferred is not generated Folder and file generation rules When first transferring to a USB device a MUSIC folder and its sub folder SONY are...

Page 6: ...t 5 minutes and the BLUETOOTH indicator flashes If pairing mode is cancelled while performing this procedure start over from step 1 The passcode of the unit is fixed as 0000 The unit cannot be paired with a BLUETOOTH device whose Passcode is not 0000 Pattern B Pairing with an NFC compatible smartphone By just touching the unit with an NFC compatible smartphone the unit is turned on and switched to...

Page 7: ...he instruction manual of your device for details on playback operations Tip To adjust the volume set the volume of the BLUETOOTH device or the smartphone to the moderate level and then press VOL or on the unit To terminate a BLUETOOTH connection Do any of following Turn off the BLUETOOTH function of the BLUETOOTH device For details refer to the operating instructions supplied with the device Turn ...

Page 8: ...ears on the display You will lose the stereo effect but the reception will be improved Reorient the unit itself to improve AM reception A ferrite bar antenna is built in the unit If the reception problem still persists try changing the installation location Avoid places such as the following Between buildings Nearby mobile phones electrical appliances On steel desks or tables Presetting stations t...

Page 9: ... a USB device Playing tracks files repeatedly Repeat Play You can set the unit to repeatedly play CD DA tracks on an audio CD MP3 WMA files on a CD R CD RW disc or MP3 WMA AAC files on a USB device in normal and program play modes 1 Press CD or USB to turn on the CD or USB function 2 Proceed as follows To repeat Do this A single track file 1 Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until 1 appears 2 Press or to...

Page 10: ...M repeatedly to select a band 2 Tune to the desired station 3 Hold down ENTER until FM xx or AM xx flashes on the display Example FM 4 Press PRESET or until the preset number for the station you want flashes on the display 5 Press ENTER to store the station If another station is already assigned to the selected preset number that station is replaced by the new one Tip The preset radio stations rem...

Page 11: ...n metal or wall between the unit and BLUETOOTH device A wireless LAN device is in use near the unit A microwave oven is in use near the unit A device that generates electromagnetic radiation is in use near the unit The unit is placed on a shelf made of steel Optimal performance Limited performance The unit Steel cabinet Interference from other devices Because BLUETOOTH devices and wireless LAN IEE...

Page 12: ...scs encoded with copyright protection technologies are marketed by some record companies Please be aware that among those discs there are some that do not conform to the CD standard and may not be playable by this product On safety As the laser beam used in the CD player section is harmful to eyes do not attempt to disassemble the casing Refer servicing to qualified personnel only Should any solid...

Page 13: ...ing playback takes more time than usual The following discs take a longer time to start playback A disc recorded with a complicated tree structure A disc that has many folders or non MP3 WMA files USB device The USB device does not work properly If you connect an incompatible USB device the following problems may occur The USB device is not recognized File or folder names are not displayed on this...

Page 14: ...possible Or use the device and the unit away from such sources Remove any obstacle between this unit and the device or move the device and the unit away from the obstacle Locate this unit and the device as close to each other as possible Re position this unit Try using the BLUETOOTH device or smartphone in another position A connection cannot be established Depending on the device to be connected ...

Page 15: ...me operations may not be available depending on the device 4 Codec Audio signal compression and conversion format Radio section Frequency range FM 87 5 MHz 108 MHz 100 kHz step AM 530 kHz 1 710 kHz 10 kHz step Intermediate frequency FM 128 kHz AM 45 kHz Antennas FM Telescopic antenna AM Built in ferrite bar antenna Input AUDIO IN Stereo mini jack USB port Type A maximum current 500 mA USB 2 0 Full...

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