Sony SRS-XB12 Manual

on charging
When the USB plug is inserted in a wet condition, a short circuit occurs due to the liquid (tap water, salt water, refreshing drink etc.) attached to the main unit and charging cable or foreign matter, it may cause abnormal heat generation or malfunction.
Never insert USB plug when the main unit or charging cable is wet condition.

Precautions

On safety

• The nameplate and important information concerning safety are located on the bottom exterior.

On placement

• Do not set the unit in an inclined position.
• Do not leave the unit in a place subject to high temperatures, such as direct sunlight, near a heat source or under lighting equipment.
• Do not use or leave the unit in a car.
• Do not leave any objects susceptible to magnetism (cash cards, credit cards with magnetic coding, etc.) near the unit.

On cleaning

• Do not use solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner to clean the cabinet.

Others

• Do not use or leave the unit in an extremely cold or hot environment (temperature outside the range of 5°C – 35°C). If the unit is used or left in outside the above range, the unit may automatically stop to protect internal circuitry.
• At high temperature, the charging may stop or the volume may reduce to protect the battery.
• 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 performance.

Notes on waterproof and dust proof features

(Read before using the unit)

Waterproof and dust proof performance of the unit
The unit, with the cap fastened securely, has a waterproof specification of IPX7*¹ as specified in "Degree of protection against water immersion" of the IEC60529 "Ingress Protection Rating (IP Code)"*³, and a dust proof specification of IP6X*² as specified in "Degrees of protection against solid foreign objects"*³.

Liquids that the waterproof performance specifications apply to

*¹ IPX7 (Degree of protection against water immersion): For details, refer to the Help Guide.

*² IP6X (Degrees of protection against dust): For details, refer to the Help Guide.

*³ The supplied accessories and the connectors of this unit (USB/AUDIO IN) are neither waterproof nor dust proof.

To avoid the deterioration of waterproof and dust proof performance
Check the following and use the unit correctly.

• This unit does not have a design that is resistant to water pressure. Use of the unit in a location where high water pressure is applied, such as in the shower, may cause a malfunction.
• Do not pour high-temperature water or blow hot air from a hair dryer or any other appliance on the unit directly. Also, never use the unit in high temperature locations such as in saunas or near a stove.
• Handle the cap with care. The cap plays a very important role in maintenance of the waterproof and dust proof performance. When using the unit, make sure that the cap is closed completely. Be sure to close the cap with the mark facing up so that foreign objects do not enter inside. If the cap is not closed completely the waterproof and dust proof performance may deteriorate and may cause a malfunction of the unit as a result of water or dust particles entering the unit.
  

How to care for the unit when wet
If the unit gets wet, first remove the water from the unit, and then wipe off the moisture on the unit using a soft, dry cloth. Especially in cold regions, leaving moisture on its surface may cause the unit to freeze and malfunction. Be sure to wipe off the moisture after using the unit. Put the unit on towel or dry cloth. Then leave it at room temperature and dry the unit until no moisture remains.

Specifications

Speaker section
Speaker system Approx. 46 mm dia. × 1
Enclosure type Passive radiator model

BLUETOOTH
Communication System
BLUETOOTH Specification version 4.2

Maximum communication range
Line of sight approx. 10 m*¹
Frequency band 2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz - 2.4835 GHz)
Modulation method FHSS

Compatible BLUETOOTH Profiles*²
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)
AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile)
HSP (Headset Profile)
HFP (Hands-free Profile)

Supported Codec*³
SBC (Subband Codec)
AAC (Advanced Audio Coding)

Transmission range (A2DP)
20 Hz - 20,000 Hz (Sampling frequency 44.1 kHz)

Operating frequency / Maximum output power (BLUETOOTH)
2,400 MHz - 2,483.5 MHz / < 10 dBm

*¹ The actual range will vary depending on factors such as obstacles between devices, magnetic fields around a microwave oven, static electricity, reception sensitivity, aerial's performance, operating system, software application, etc.

*² BLUETOOTH standard profiles indicate the purpose of BLUETOOTH communications between devices.

*³ Codec: Audio signal compression and conversion format

Microphone

Type Electret condenser

Directional characteristic Omni directional

Effective frequency range 100 Hz - 7,000 Hz

General
Input AUDIO IN jack (stereo mini jack)

Power DC 5 V 500 mA (using the USB power supply) or using built-in lithium-ion battery

Usage life of built-in battery (using the BLUETOOTH connection)
Approx. 16 hours*⁴*⁵
If the volume level of the unit is set to maximum, the usage life will be approx. 5 hours.*⁵

Dimensions (including projecting parts and controls)
Approx. 74 mm dia. x 92 mm (H)

Mass Approx. 243 g including battery

Supplied accessory Micro-USB cable (1), Strap (1) (attached to the unit)

*⁴ When the specific music source is used and the volume level of the unit is set to 27.

*⁵ Time may vary, depending on the temperature or conditions of use.

System requirements for charging battery using USB
Using a USB power supply capable of feeding in DC 5 V 0.5 A.

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.