Sony DR-BTN200 Help Manual

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Page 1 Search Search Help Guide DR-BTN200 Getting Started BLUETOOTH One-touch connection (NFC) Music Phone calls Troubleshooting Important information Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 2: Getting Started
Search Search Help Guide > Getting Started Before First Use Features and location of parts Power Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 3 Search Search Help Guide > BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH connection Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 4: One-Touch Connection (Nfc)
Search Search Help Guide > One-touch connection (NFC) One-touch connection (NFC) One-touch connection Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 5: Listening To Music
Search Search Help Guide > Music Listening to music Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 6: Phone Calls
Search Search Help Guide > Phone calls Phone calls Making a call while playing back music Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 7: Troubleshooting
Search Search Help Guide > Troubleshooting To deal with a trouble Possible causes of symptoms Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 8 Search Search Help Guide > Important information Important information Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 9: Before First Use
Search Search Help Guide > Getting Started > Before First Use Before first use Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 10: Location And Function Of Parts
Search Search Help Guide > Getting Started > Features and location of parts Features Location and function of parts Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 11: Charging The Headset
Search Search Help Guide > Getting Started > Power Charging the headset Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 12: What Is Bluetooth Wireless Technology
Search Search Help Guide > BLUETOOTH > BLUETOOTH What is BLUETOOTH wireless technology? What you can do with BLUETOOTH function Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 13: Bluetooth Connection
Search Search Help Guide > BLUETOOTH > BLUETOOTH connection Steps to BLUETOOTH function Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device Connecting with the paired device Indications of BLUETOOTH function Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 14 Search Search Help Guide > One-touch connection (NFC) > One-touch connection (NFC) Compatible smartphones Preparation on the smartphone About “NFC Easy Connect” App Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 15: One-Touch Connection
Search Search Help Guide > One-touch connection (NFC) > One-touch connection Connecting with the smartphone by one-touch functions Disconnecting the smartphone by one-touch functions Switching the device by one-touch functions Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 16: Listening To Music
Search Search Help Guide > Music > Listening to music Listening to music Controlling the audio device Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 17: Making A Call
Search Search Help Guide > Phone calls > Phone calls Making a call Receiving a call Controlling the smartphone or mobile phone Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 18 Search Search Help Guide > Phone calls > Making a call while playing back music Making a call while playing back music (Multi point connection) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 19 Search Search Help Guide > Troubleshooting > To deal with a trouble What can I do to solve a problem? Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 20: Possible Causes Of Symptoms
Search Search Help Guide > Troubleshooting > Possible causes of symptoms Table of contents for symptoms and possible causes Power and charging BLUETOOTH connection One-touch connection (NFC) Music Phone calls Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 21: License And Trademark Notice
Search Search Help Guide > Important information > Important information License and trademark notice Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 22: Before First Use
This includes information about using your wireless stereo headset safely, and specifications of your wireless stereo headset. For information about the customer support Web site, access: http://www.sony.net/ About battery charging See “Charging the headset” on how to charge the battery. [Details] Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 23 Enjoy basic remote control operation (play, stop , etc.) of music player functions via BLUETOOTH connection. Multi pairing and multi point connection supported Noise suppression and echo cancellation functions for superior conversation sound quality Easy USB recharging using the provided micro-USB cable Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 24: Location And Function Of Parts
Search Search Help Guide > Getting Started > Features and location of parts > Location and function of parts Functions of buttons, jacks, and other parts on your wireless stereo headset are explained here.
Page 25 Headband Left ( ) unit NFC ON/OFF switch [Details] This switch enables or disables the one-touch connection function. Right ( ) unit Indicator Lights up in red or blue to indicate the power or communication status of the headset. VOL (volume) +/– buttons The + button has a tactile dot.
Page 26 RESET button [Details] Press the button with a pointing object, such as a pin, to reset the headset. Microphone Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 27: Charging The Headset
Search Search Help Guide > Getting Started > Power > Charging the headset The headset contains a lithium ion rechargeable battery, which should be charged before using the headset for the first time. System requirements for battery charge using USB Personal Computer with pre-installed with any of the following operating systems and USB port: Operating Systems...
Page 28 Make sure that you connect the plug of the micro-USB cable in the direction as shown in the illustration below. Charging starts when the headset and the computer are connected. Make sure that the indicator (red) lights up. Charging is completed in about 4.5 hours* and the indicator (red) goes off automatically.
Page 29 If the life of the built-in rechargeable battery drops to half the normal length, the battery should be replaced. Consult your nearest Sony dealer for replacement of the rechargeable battery. Avoid exposure to temperature extremes, direct sunlight, moisture, sand, dust or mechanical shock.
Page 30: Checking The Remaining Battery
Low (needs to charge) Note You cannot check the remaining battery during pairing operation. When the battery is almost empty The indicator turns red. When the battery becomes empty, the headset sounds a beep and turns off automatically. Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 31: What Is Bluetooth Wireless Technology
Search Search Help Guide > BLUETOOTH > BLUETOOTH > What is BLUETOOTH wireless technology? Bluetooth® wireless technology is a short-range wireless technology that enables wireless data communication between digital devices, such as a computer or digital camera. BLUETOOTH wireless technology operates within a range of about 10 meters (about 30 feet).
Page 32 BLUETOOTH device during talking on the telephone or listening to the music. Do not use the BLUETOOTH function on an airplane. The radio waves may cause malfunction of the airplane and result in hazardous accidents. Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 33: Listening To Music
Search Search Help Guide > BLUETOOTH > BLUETOOTH > What you can do with BLUETOOTH function The headset uses BLUETOOTH wireless technology. You can enjoy music wirelessly from a smartphone, mobile phone, or music player. Also, you can make or receive a call by operating the headset. Listening to music You can enjoy music wirelessly from a smartphone, mobile phone, or music player.
Page 35: Steps To Bluetooth Function
Search Search Help Guide > BLUETOOTH > BLUETOOTH connection > Steps to BLUETOOTH function To listen to music played, or make a call on a BLUETOOTH smartphone or mobile phone, follow the steps below. 1. Register (pair) a BLUETOOTH device (smartphone, mobile phone, etc.) and the headset with each other.
Page 36 3. Listen to music played on the BLUETOOTH device, or make and receive a call by operating the headset. The headset supports the following BLUETOOTH version and profiles: Communication System : BLUETOOTH Specification Ver. 3.0 Compatible BLUETOOTH Profiles: A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile): Transmitting or receiving audio content of high-quality.
Page 37 BLUETOOTH device during talking on the telephone or listening to the music. Do not use the BLUETOOTH function on an airplane. The radio waves may cause malfunction of the airplane and result in hazardous accidents. Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 38: Pairing And Connecting With A Bluetooth Device
Search Search Help Guide > BLUETOOTH > BLUETOOTH connection > Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device 1. Place the BLUETOOTH device within 1 meter (3 feet) of the headset. 2. Enter pairing mode on the headset. Press and hold the POWER button for more than 7 seconds while the headset is turned off.
Page 39 Make sure that the indicator flashes blue and red alternately after you release the button.
Page 40 When the list of detected devices appears on the display of the BLUETOOTH device, select “DR-BTN200.” If “DR-BTN200” is not displayed, repeat from step 1. If passkey input is required on the display of a BLUETOOTH device, input “0000.”...
Page 41 8 paired devices is replaced by the new one. When recognition of the headset by the device to be connected is deleted. The headset is initialized. All pairing information is deleted. Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 42 Search Search Help Guide > BLUETOOTH > BLUETOOTH connection > Connecting with the paired device 1. Turn on the headset. Press and hold the POWER button for about 2 seconds while the headset is turned off.
Page 44 2. Make the BLUETOOTH connection from the BLUETOOTH device. If you have previously connected this BLUETOOTH device, you can make an HFP/HSP connection by pressing the button, or an A2DP connection by pressing the button, when the headset is turned on. Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 45: Indications Of Bluetooth Function
Playing music or During a call (Connected HFP/HSP or A2DP) Playing music or During a call (Connected HFP/HSP and A2DP) Incoming call When the remaining battery power becomes low, the indicator turns from blue to red, except for pairing mode. Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 46: Compatible Smartphones
By using the NFC function, the headset is turned on automatically and then paired and connected with a BLUETOOTH device. Compatible smartphones Smartphones with the NFC function built-in (OS: Android 2.3.3 or later, excluding Android 3.x) Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 47 Download the app “NFC Easy Connect” from the Google Play, and install it. The App may not be available in some countries and/or regions. 1. Download and install the app “NFC Easy Connect.” Access the following Web site: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sony.easyconnect By the two-dimensional code: Use a two-dimensional code reader app.
Page 48 2. Set the smartphone so that the NFC function can be used. For details, refer to the manual of the smartphone. Depending on your smartphone, you may not need to download “NFC Easy Connect” to connect the unit with your smartphone by one touch. In that case, the operation and specifications may be different from the description here.
Page 50 One-touch connection (NFC) > About “NFC Easy Connect” App “NFC Easy Connect” is Sony’s original app for Android Phone available at Google Play Store. To find out more about the functions, search for “NFC Easy Connect” and download the free app.
Page 51 Search Search Help Guide > One-touch connection (NFC) > One-touch connection > Connecting with the smartphone by one-touch functions By touching the headset with the smartphone, the headset is turned on automatically and then proceeds to pairing and BLUETOOTH connection. 1.
Page 52 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the connection. Refer to the manual of the smartphone for the designated location to be touched on the smartphone. Note When the NFC switch is set to OFF, you cannot make a connection. You may set the switch to OFF to prevent the headset from turning on or connecting with other devices if you touch the headset with other device unintentionally.
Page 53 However, if you set the switch to OFF when the headset is connected with another device, you can disconnect the headset from the device by touching the headset with the device. Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 54 Search Search Help Guide > One-touch connection (NFC) > One-touch connection > Disconnecting the smartphone by one-touch functions You can disconnect the headset from the smartphone by touching the headset with 1. Touch the headset with the smartphone. Touch the smartphone on the N marked part of the headset.
Page 56 If you touch the smartphone that is connected with the headset on another NFC compatible BLUETOOTH headset or BLUETOOTH speaker, the smartphone is disconnected from the headset, and connected with the BLUETOOTH device touched. Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 57 Search Search Help Guide > Music > Listening to music > Listening to music You can enjoy listening to music and basic remote control operation of a BLUETOOTH device via a BLUETOOTH connection. The BLUETOOTH device is required to support the following BLUETOOTH profiles. A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile): enables you to enjoy high-quality audio content wirelessly.
Page 58: After Use
3. Play back music or video on the BLUETOOTH device. Depending on the BLUETOOTH device, it may be necessary to adjust the volume or set the audio output setting on the connected device. After use 1. Terminate the BLUETOOTH connection by operating the BLUETOOTH device. 2.
Page 59 Related topic Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 60 Search Search Help Guide > Music > Listening to music > Controlling the audio device If the BLUETOOTH device supports AVRCP, you can control it by the buttons on the headset. The functions available may vary depending on the BLUETOOTH device.
Page 61 Press once during playback to pause. Rotate once to skip to the next/previous song. Rotate and hold to fast-forward/fast-rewind a song. Note If the communication condition is poor, the BLUETOOTH device may react incorrectly to the operation on the headset. Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 62: Making A Call
Search Search Help Guide > Phone calls > Phone calls > Making a call You can enjoy a hands-free call with a BLUETOOTH smartphone or mobile phone that supports the BLUETOOTH profile HFP (Hands-free Profile) or HSP (Headset Profile), via a BLUETOOTH connection. If your BLUETOOTH smartphone or mobile phone supports both HFP and HSP, set it to HFP.
Page 63 With an HFP connection, you can call in the following way, depending on the smartphone or mobile phone. Refer to the manual supplied with your smartphone or mobile phone for the details of the operation. When not talking, you can call using the voice dial function by pressing the button.
Page 64: To End A Call
1. Disconnect the BLUETOOTH connection using the smartphone or mobile phone. 2. Press and hold the POWER button on the headset for about 2 seconds. The indicator (blue) goes off, and the headset turns off. Related topic Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 65: Receiving A Call
Search Search Help Guide > Phone calls > Phone calls > Receiving a call When an incoming call arrives, a ring tone will be heard via the headset. The ring tone differs in the following ways, depending on your smartphone or mobile phone.
Page 66 Note If you received a call using your smartphone or mobile phone, some smartphones or mobile phones may have handset use priority. In the case of the HFP connection, talk on the headset by pressing the button on the headset for about 2 seconds, or using your smartphone or mobile phone.
Page 67 After use 1. Disconnect the BLUETOOTH connection using the smartphone or mobile phone. 2. Press and hold the POWER button on the headset for about 2 seconds. The indicator (blue) goes off, and the headset turns off. Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 68 Search Search Help Guide > Phone calls > Phone calls > Controlling the smartphone or mobile phone The function available may vary depending on the profile supported by your BLUETOOTH smartphone or mobile phone. Even if the phone has the same profile, functions may vary depending on the specifications.
Page 69 Supported profile: HSP Status button Outgoing call Press once to cancel outgoing call. Incoming call Press once to answer call. During call Press once to finish call. Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 70: To Receive A Call
Search Search Help Guide > Phone calls > Making a call while playing back music > Making a call while playing back music (Multi point connection) To call using a BLUETOOTH smartphone or mobile phone while listening to music played on another BLUETOOTH compatible music player, the headset needs to be connected with each device with a BLUETOOTH connection.
Page 71 When no ring tone is heard even if an incoming call arrives, stop music playback. When ringing, press the button and talk. To disconnect the call 1. Press the button on the headset to switch back to music playback. Related topic Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 72: What Can I Do To Solve A Problem
5. Look up information on the issue on the customer support Web site. http://www.sony.net/ 6. If the approaches listed above fail to resolve the issue, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Initializing the headset 1. If the headset is turned on, press and hold the POWER button for about 2 seconds to turn off the headset.
Page 74 Table of contents for symptoms and possible causes The following topics show possible causes and remedies for symptoms. See an appropriate topic according to your problem. Power and charging BLUETOOTH connection One-touch connection (NFC) Music Phone calls Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 75: Power And Charging
USB hub. A problem may have occurred with the connected USB port of the computer. Connect to another USB port if it is available. Try the USB connection procedure again in cases other than those stated above. Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 77 Search Search Help Guide > Troubleshooting > Possible causes of symptoms > BLUETOOTH connection Pairing cannot be done. Bring the headset and the BLUETOOTH device closer together. Cannot make a BLUETOOTH connection. Check that the headset is turned on. Check that the BLUETOOTH device is turned on and the BLUETOOTH function is on.
Page 78 Insert a small pin, etc., into the hole, and push it until you feel a click. Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 79 In this case, follow the procedure described in “Pairing and connecting with a BLUETOOTH device.” [Details] You cannot make a one-touch connection while charging the battery because the headset cannot be turned on. Finish charging first, and then make the one- touch connection. Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 80 Search Search Help Guide > Troubleshooting > Possible causes of symptoms > Music No sound Check that both the headset and the BLUETOOTH device are turned on. An A2DP BLUETOOTH connection is not made between the headset and the BLUETOOTH device. Make an A2DP BLUETOOTH connection. Check that music is being played back by the BLUETOOTH device.
Page 81 ** The above operations may not reduce the sound skip depending on the usage environment. To reset to the original setting, turn off the headset once, then turn it on again by pressing the POWER button for about 2 seconds while pressing the VOL+ button. Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 82 If you are listening to music using the headset, stop playback, press the button and talk. Low sound from the caller Turn up the volume of the headset. Turn up the volume on the BLUETOOTH smartphone or mobile phone if necessary. Copyright 2013 Sony Corporation...
Page 83: License And Trademark Notice
The BLUETOOTH word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license. The N Mark is a trademark or registered trademark of NFC Forum, Inc. in the United States and in other countries.

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