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AIR-SA15R.GB.4-117-794-12(1)

4-117-794-

12

(1)

© 2008 Sony Corporation 

Printed in China

Wireless

Speaker System

AIR-SA15R

Operating Instructions

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 apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, 

curtains, etc. Do not place the naked flame sources such 

as lighted candles on the apparatus.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not 

expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing, and do 

not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the 

apparatus.
As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit from 

the mains, connect the unit to an easily accessible 

AC outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the 

unit, disconnect the main plug from the AC outlet 

immediately.
The unit is not disconnected from the mains as long as it 

is connected to the AC outlet, even if the unit itself has 

been turned off.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as 

a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
Do not expose batteries or apparatus with battery-

installed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the 

like.
The nameplate is located on the bottom exterior.

Notice for the customers in the 

U.S.A.

The following indications are located on the bottom 

exterior.

This symbol is intended to alert the 

user to the presence of uninsulated 

“dangerous voltage” within the 

product’s enclosure that may be of 

sufficient magnitude to constitute a 

risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the 

user to the presence of important 

operating and maintenance (servicing) 

instructions in the literature 

accompanying the appliance.

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the 

bottom of the unit. Record these numbers in the space 

provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon 

your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No.                                    

Serial No.                                     

Important Safety Instructions

1)  Read these instructions.

2)  Keep these instructions.

3)  Heed all warnings.

4)  Follow all instructions.

5)  Do not use this apparatus near water.

6)  Clean only with dry cloth.

7)  Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in 

accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8)  Do not install near any heat sources such as 

radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus 

(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9)  Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized 

or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two 

blades with one wider than the other. A grounding 

type plug has two blades and a third grounding 

prong. The wide blade or the third prong are 

provided for your safety. If the provided plug does 

not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for 

replacement of the obsolete outlet.

Getting Started

Connect the unit and S-AIR main unit to listen to sound from the S-AIR main unit.

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.

The following FCC statement 

applies only to the version of this 

model manufactured for sale in 

the U.S.A. Other versions may 

not comply with FCC technical 

regulations.

NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply 

with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant 

to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed 

to provide reasonable protection against harmful 

interference in a residential installation. This equipment 

generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy 

and, if not installed and used in accordance with the 

instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio 

communications. However, there is no guarantee that 

interference will not occur in a particular installation. 

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to 

radio or television reception, which can be determined 

by turning the equipment off and on, the user is 

encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or 

more of the following measures:

  Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

  Increase the separation between the equipment and 

receiver.

  Connect the equipment into an outlet on a 

circuit different from that to which the receiver is 

connected.

  Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV 

technician for help.

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications 

not expressly approved in this manual could void your 

authority to operate this equipment.

For the wireless transceiver (EZW-RT10)

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 

(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and 

(2) this device must accept any interference received, 

including interference that may cause undesired 

operation.
This equipment must not be co-located or operated in 

conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure 

limits set forth for uncontrolled equipment and meets 

the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in 

Supplement C to OET65.
This equipment should be installed and operated with at 

least 20cm and more between the radiator and person’s 

body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and 

ankles).

Notice for the customers in Canada

For the wireless transceiver (EZW-RT10)

This device complies with RSS-Gen of IC Rules. 

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 

(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) 

this device must accept any interference, including 

interference that may cause undesired operation of the 

device.
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure 

limits set forth for uncontrolled equipment and meets 

the RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure 

rules.
This equipment should be installed and operated with at 

least 20cm and more between the radiator and person’s 

body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and 

ankles).

  “S-AIR” and its logo are trademarks of Sony 

Corporation.

  The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned 

by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such 

marks by Sony Corporation is under license. Other 

trademarks and trade names are those of their 

respective owners.

Features

The AIR-SA15R is an “S-AIR” compatible product. It is 

also called the “S-AIR sub unit.” Connecting this unit 

with an S-AIR main unit using “S-AIR” technology, you 

can use each unit in a remote location.

For example, you can install this unit in the bedroom, 

and then install an S-AIR main unit in the living room. 

You can then listen to the music from the S-AIR main 

unit located in the living room by controlling this unit.

Precautions

Notes on use of the S-AIR product

 As the S-AIR product transmits sound by radio waves, 

sound may skip when radio waves are obstructed. 

This is a characteristic of radio waves and is not a 

malfunction.

 As the S-AIR product transmits sound by radio waves, 

equipment that generates electromagnetic energy, 

such as a microwave oven, may interfere with sound 

transmission.

 As the S-AIR product uses the radio waves that share 

the same frequency as other wireless systems, such 

as wireless LAN or Bluetooth devices, interference or 

poor transmission may result. In this case, take the 

following steps:

 Do not install the S-AIR product near other wireless 

systems.

 Do not use the S-AIR product and the other wireless 

systems at the same time.

 The transmission distance differs depending on 

the usage environment. Find a location where 

transmission between the unit and the S-AIR main 

unit is most effective, and install the unit and the S-

AIR main unit there.

On safety

 Completely disconnect the power cord from the wall 

socket (mains) if it is not going to be used for an 

extended period of time. When unplugging the unit, 

always grip the plug. Never pull the cord itself.

 Should any solid object or liquid get into the unit, 

unplug the unit, and have it checked by qualified 

personnel before operating it again.

 The power cord can be changed only by a qualified 

service facility.

On placement

 Do not place the unit in an inclined position or in 

locations that are extremely hot, cold, dusty, dirty, or 

humid or lacking adequate ventilation, or subject to 

vibration, direct sunlight or a bright light.

 Be careful when placing the unit on surfaces that have 

been specially treated (for example, with wax, oil, 

polish) as staining or discoloration of the surface may 

result.

On heat buildup

 Heat buildup on the unit during operation is normal 

and is not cause for alarm.

 Do not touch the cabinet if it has been used 

continuously at a high volume because the cabinet 

may have become hot. 

 Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.

On the speaker system

This speaker system is not magnetically shielded, and 

the picture on nearby TV sets may become magnetically 

distorted. In this situation, turn off the TV, wait about 

15 to 30 minutes, and turn it back on. 

If there is no improvement, move the unit far away from 

the TV.

Cleaning the cabinet

Clean the cabinet with a soft dry cloth. Do not use any 

type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent, such 

as thinner, benzine, or alcohol.

S-AIR (Sony Audio Interactive Radio 

frequency)

Recent times have seen the rapid spread of DVD 

media, Digital Broadcasting, and other high-quality 

media.

To ensure that the subtle nuances of these high-

quality media are transmitted with no deterioration, 

Sony has developed a technology called “S-AIR” for 

the radio transmission of digital audio signals with no 

compression, and has incorporated this technology 

into the EZW-RT10.

This technology transfers digital audio signals with 

no compression using the 2.4 GHz band range of ISM 

band (Industrial, Scientific, and Medical band), such 

as wireless LANs and Bluetooth applications.

 Wireless transceiver

Insert the supplied wireless transceiver (EZW-RT10) 

securely into the EZW-RT10 slot on the rear panel of 

the unit.

Check the orientation of the 

 mark when inserting the 

supplied wireless transceiver (EZW-RT10). Failure to do 

so may result in damage to the unit.

Notes

 Make sure to turn off the unit when inserting or removing the 

supplied wireless transceiver (EZW-RT10). Failure to do so may 

result in damage to the unit.

 Do not touch the terminals of the supplied wireless transceiver 

(EZW-RT10).

 Do not insert any device other than the supplied wireless 

transceiver (EZW-RT10) into the EZW-RT10 slot.

 S-AIR ID selector

Set the same S-AIR ID for this unit and the S-AIR main 

unit to be connected. For details on setting the S-AIR 

ID, see “Establishing the connection with an S-AIR 

main unit.”

 Power

Connect the power cord to a wall socket.

Establishing the connection with an 

S-AIR main unit

You can easily establish the connection by setting the 

same S-AIR ID for this unit and S-AIR main unit.

Turn on the unit.

Press 



 

.

Set the S-AIR ID of the unit to the same S-AIR ID as 

the S-AIR main unit to be connected.

For details on setting the S-AIR ID of the S-AIR 

main unit, refer to the Operating Instructions 

supplied with the S-AIR main unit.

Operate the S-AIR main unit to turn on the S-AIR 

function.

For details on turning on the S-AIR function, refer to 

the Operating Instructions supplied with the S-AIR 

main unit.

Once the connection is established, the S-AIR 

indicator 

 on the unit lights up and “LINKED” 

appears in the display for about 2 seconds.

Identifying the unit with a specific S-AIR 

main unit (Pairing operation)

It is easy to set the same S-AIR ID for the unit and S-

AIR main unit to establish the connection.

However, if a neighbor has an S-AIR main unit with the 

same S-AIR ID as your S-AIR main unit, you may be 

able to hear the audio transmitted from your neighbor’s 

S-AIR main unit on your system. To prevent this, you 

can identify the unit with a specific S-AIR main unit by 

performing the pairing operation.

Before pairing

The connection is established by the S-AIR ID 

(example).

Your system 

Neighboring system

ID A

ID A

ID A

This unit

S-AIR main unit 

S-AIR main unit 

After pairing

The connection is established between the paired unit 

and S-AIR main unit.

Your system 

Neighboring system

ID A

ID A

S-AIR main unit 

S-AIR main unit 

ID A

This unit

Pairing

Place the S-AIR main unit to be paired near this 

unit.

Check that the power of the unit and the S-AIR 

main unit to be connected are turned on.

Check that the S-AIR ID of the unit is the same as 

the S-AIR ID of the S-AIR main unit.

Operate the S-AIR main unit to turn on the pairing 

function.

For details on turning on the pairing function, refer 

to the Operating Instructions supplied with the S-

AIR main unit.

Press the PAIRING button on the rear panel of the 

unit using a pointed object.

When pairing is performed, the S-AIR indicator 

 

on the unit flashes and the display changes as follows:

“PAIRING” 

 “COMPLETE”

To cancel pairing

Change the S-AIR IDs of the unit and the S-AIR main 

unit to different S-AIR IDs.

To stop the pairing operation midway

Press the PAIRING button again.

Inserting the batteries to the 

remote

Slide and remove the battery compartment lid 

, and 

insert the two supplied R03 (size AAA) batteries, 

 side 

first, matching the polarities shown below. 

Notes on using the remote

 

With normal use, the batteries should last for about six months.

 

Do not mix an old battery with a new one or mix different types of 

batteries.

 

If you do not use the remote for a long period of time, remove the 

batteries to avoid damage from battery leakage and corrosion.

EZW-RT10/Wireless transceiver

Wall socket

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