SONY SRS-NB10 Wireless Neckband Speaker User Guide

SONY SRS-NB10 Wireless Neckband Speaker

Wireless Neckband Speaker

Before operating the unit, please read this guide thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
Owner’s Record
The serial number is located on the bottom of the product. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony
dealer regarding this product.

• Model No. SRS-NB10
• Serial No.

CAUTION

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to dripping or splashing, and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the unit.
Do not expose the batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like for a long time. Do not subject the batteries to extreme low temperature conditions that may result in overheating and thermal runaway. Do not dismantle, open or shred secondary cells or batteries. In the event of a cell leaking, do not allow the liquid to come in contact with the skin or eyes.

If contact has been made, wash the affected area with copious amounts of water and seek medical advice. Secondary cells and batteries need to be charged before use. Always use the correct charger and refer to the manufacturer’s instructions or equipment manual for proper charging instructions. After extended periods of storage, it may be necessary to charge and discharge the cells or batteries several times to obtain maximum performance. Dispose of properly.

RECYCLING RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES
Rechargeable batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you.
For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, visit https://www.sony.com/electronics/eco/environmental-management

Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking rechargeable batteries.

Do not place this product close to medical devices
This product (including accessories) has a magnet(s) that 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.

This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules and Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s license-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.

The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using low-power wireless devices. There is no proof, however, that these low-power wireless devices are absolutely safe. Low power Wireless devices emit low levels of radiofrequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while being used. Whereas high levels of RF can produce health effects (by heating tissue), exposure to low-level RF that does not produce heating effects causes no known adverse health effects.

Many studies of low-level RF exposures have not found any biological effects. Some studies have suggested that some biological effects might occur, but such findings have not been confirmed by additional research. SRS-NB10 has been tested and found to comply 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.

For customers in the USA

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

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.
• This equipment must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any

If you have any questions about this product:

• Visit: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support
• Contact: Sony Customer Information Service Center at 1-800-222-7669
• Write: Sony Customer Information Service Center 12451 Gateway Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33913

supplier’s Declaration of Conformity

• Trade Name: SONY
• Model: SRS-NB10
• Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
• Address: 16535 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A.
• Telephone Number:    858-942-2230

Precautions

On safety

•  Important information such as the model name is located on the bottom of the unit.
• If you experience discomfort while using the unit, stop using it immediately.
• Be sure to stay awake while wearing the unit.
•  If you experience a skin problem, such as itchiness, a rash, or redness, while wearing the unit, stop use of the unit. If wearing the unit seems to disagree with your skin, stop the use of the unit early on and consult with your doctor or dealer.
• Wear the unit in a proper manner where you do not feel the vibrations of the unit on the sides of your neck to avoid a health issue or poor health.
• Do not keep listening at a loud volume for an extended period of time. Hours of listening at an ear-splitting volume level may damage your hearing. To protect your hearing, keep the volume at an appropriate level.
• Keep the volume low at first. A sudden loud sound may damage your hearing. It is advised that you gradually turn up the volume.
• Do not use the unit while walking, driving, or cycling. Doing so may cause traffic accidents.
• Do not use it at a dangerous place unless the surrounding sound can be heard.

On static electricity

• Static electricity accumulated in the body may cause mild tingling around your neck. To reduce the effect, wear clothes made from natural materials, which suppress the generation of static electricity.

On placement

• To eliminate the risk of malfunctions, avoid the following locations when placing or leaving this unit.
  • A place subject to high temperatures, such as under direct sunlight or lighting equipment, near a heat source, or in a sauna
  • Inside a vehicle with the windows closed (especially in the summertime)
  • A place subject to excessive dust
  • A place subject to strong vibration
  • A place where cosmetics, such as sunscreen, as well as chemical products, such as a bug spray, are stored
• Place this unit on a flat, level surface. When placed on a sloped surface, the unit may fall over or fall off the surface due to its own vibration, resulting in injuries, malfunctions, or performance degradation.
• Depending on the conditions where this unit is placed, it may fall off the surface. Do not leave any valuables near the unit.
• This unit is not anti-magnetic. Keep objects susceptible to magnetism (recorded tapes, watches, cash cards, and credit cards with magnetic coding, etc.) away from the unit. When you carry around the unit, keep this in mind as well.

On charging the unit

• When charging, the unit cannot be turned on and the Bluetooth® function cannot be
• When the ambient temperature is extremely high or low, charging stops for safety
• Even if you do not intend to use the unit for a long time, charge the battery to its full capacity once every 6 months to maintain its
• Make sure to close the USB Type-C® port cap securely after Perspiration or water may cause damage.

Others

• Do not use or leave the unit in an extremely cold or hot environment (temperature outside the range of 5 °C – 35 °C (41 °F – 95 °F)). If the unit is used or left in outside the above range, the unit may automatically stop to protect internal circuitry.

About the Voice Guidance

IMPORTANT: THE SOUND GUIDANCE IS AVAILABLE IN THIS PRODUCT ONLY IN ENGLISH

Depending on the status of the unit, the voice guidance outputs from the unit are as follows.

• When the unit is turned on: “Power ON”
• When the unit is turned off: “Power OFF”
• When entering pairing mode: “BLUETOOTH pairing”
• When establishing a BLUETOOTH connection: “BLUETOOTH connected”
• When disconnecting a BLUETOOTH connection: “BLUETOOTH disconnected”
• When the microphone is active (the microphone mute function is turned off): “Mic ON”
• When the microphone is not active (the microphone mute function is turned on): “Mic OFF”
• When pressing the  (power) button to check the battery power during the unit is turned on: “Battery fully charged/Battery about 80%/Battery about 60%/Battery about 40%/Battery about 20%”
• When the remaining battery power reaches 20% while the unit is powered: “Low Battery, Please Recharge Speaker”
• When the remaining battery power falls to the level where the unit is unable to start, the voice guidance “Please Recharge Power Off.” is output and the unit turns off.

On Copyrights

• Android is a trademark of Google
• The BLUETOOTH® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license.
• WALKMAN and WALKMAN logo are registered trademarks of Sony
• iPhone, iPod touch, and Mac are trademarks of Apple, registered in the U.S. and other countries.
• Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other
• USB Type-C® and USB-C® have registered trademarks of USB Implementers
• Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective
• ™ and ® marks are omitted in the

Notes on a water-resistant feature (Read before using the unit)

The supplied accessories are not water-resistant.

The unit, with the cap closed securely, has a water-resistant specification of IPX41 as specified in “Degree of protection against splashing water” of the IEC60529 “Ingress Protection Rating (IP Code)2.” However, the unit is not completely waterproof. Do not drop the unit into hot water in a bathtub or purposely use it in water.

Liquids that the water-resistant performance specifications apply to

detergent or bath agents, shampoo, pool water, hot spring water, saltwater, etc.)

1. IPX4 (Degree of protection against splashing water): Protected against water splashing from any direction.
2. The supplied accessories and the connectors of this unit (USB) are not water-resistant. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shocks, do not expose the unit to water or droplets while using either or both of the connectors (USB). Do not place a vase or any other liquid-filled container on the unit.

The water-resistant performance of the unit is based on our measurements under the conditions herein described. Note that malfunctions as a result of water immersion caused by misuse by the customer are not covered by the warranty.

To avoid the deterioration of the water-resistant performance

Check the following and use the unit correctly.

• This unit does not have a design that is resistant to water pressure. Do not put the unit in the water or directly under the water gushing out of the faucet to avoid a
• Do not pour high-temperature water or blow hot air from a hairdryer or any other appliance on the unit Also never use the unit in a place subject to high temperatures, such as in a sauna or near a heat source.
• Handle the cap with The cap plays a very important role in the maintenance of the water-resistant performance. When using the unit, make sure that the cap is closed completely. When closing the cap, be careful not to allow foreign objects inside. If the cap is not closed completely, the water-resistant performance may deteriorate and may cause a malfunction of the unit as a result of water or dust entering the unit.

How to care for the unit

You can use the unit more comfortably and for a longer period of time by following the maintenance procedure below. Keep the unit from being exposed to chemical ingredients of a product, such as a bug spray or tanning oil. When the unit is soiled on the surface, remove the soil by gently dabbing at it with a dry, soft cloth or a well-wrung cloth dipped in tap or lukewarm water before the surface is stained with the soil. Depending on the type of soil, however, this may fail to remove the soil. Be sure to wipe off the moisture after using the unit. If the unit is left wet, it may be soiled by water stains, molds, or the like.

The sound quality may change when water enters the speaker section of the unit. This, however does not indicate a malfunction. Wipe off the moisture on its surface, and put the unit on a dry soft cloth to drain the collected water inside the unit. Then, dry the unit in an airy place until no moisture remains.

Note

• If the surface of the unit gets dirty, do not use detergent, thinner, benzene, alcohol, etc. to clean the unit because it will affect the water repellent function of the fabric part of the unit.
• Especially in cold regions, be sure to wipe off the moisture after using the unit. Leaving moisture on its surface may cause the unit to freeze and malfunction.
• If sand grains, etc. enter the fabric or other part of the unit, remove them carefully. Never use a vacuum cleaner, etc. on the unit. It may cause damage of the speaker section or other parts of the unit.

Disclaimer regarding services offered by third parties
Services offered by third parties may be changed, suspended, or terminated without prior notice. Sony does not bear any responsibility in these sorts of situations.

Specifications

Speaker section

• Full range unit Approx. 14 mm × 18 mm (9/16 in × 23/32 in) (2)
• Enclosure type Passive radiator model

BLUETOOTH

• Communication system
  • BLUETOOTH Specification version 5.1
• Maximum communication range
  • Line of sight*1 approx. 30 m (98 ft)
• Frequency band
  • 2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz – 2.4835 GHz)
• Modulation method
  • FHSS (Freq Hopping Spread Spectrum)
• Compatible BLUETOOTH profiles*2
  • A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)
  • AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile)
  • HSP (Headset Profile)
  • HFP (Hands-free Profile)
• Supported codecs*3
  • SBC (Subband Codec)
  • AAC (Advanced Audio Coding)
• Transmission range (A2DP)
  • 20 Hz – 20 000 Hz (Sampling frequency 44.1 kHz)

Note: Depending on the network environment, there may be an interruption at the high bitrate transmission.

System requirements for charging the battery using USB
Using a commercially-available USB AC adaptor capable of feeding in DC 5 V 0.5 A (500 mA). Do not use a USB AC adapter or USB port that exceeds the maximum output of 15 W (5 V, 3.0 A). Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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