Sony 20 Watts Bluetooth Boombox w/NFC ZS-BTG900 User's Manual

Sony Portable Speaker User's Manual - 20 Watts Bluetooth Boombox w/NFC ZS-BTG900.
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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 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.

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 and important information 
concerning safety are located on the bottom 
exterior.
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-BTG900                      
Serial No.                                             

CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this product 
will increase eye hazard.

For customers in Canada
This device complies with Industry Canada 
licence-exempt RSS standard(s). 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.

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.

The following FCC statement applies 
only to the version of this model 
manufactured for sale in the USA. 
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:

ˋ

ˋReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

ˋ

ˋIncrease the separation between the 

equipment and receiver.
ˋ

ˋConnect the equipment into an outlet on a 

circuit different from that to which the receiver 
is connected.
ˋ

ˋConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV 

technician for help.

This equipment complies with FCC radiation 
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled 
environment and meets the FCC radio frequency 
(RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to 
OET65. This equipment has very low levels of RF 
energy that it deemed to comply without 
maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE). 
But it is desirable that it should be installed and 
operated keeping the radiator at least 20 cm or 
more away from person’s body (excluding 
extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles).

The following IC statement applies 
only to the version of this model 
manufactured for sale in Canada. 
Other versions may not comply with 
IC technical regulations
This equipment complies with IC radiation 
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled 
environment and meets RSS-102 of the IC radio 
frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment 
has very low levels of RF energy that it deemed 
to comply without maximum permissive 
exposure evaluation (MPE). But it is desirable that 
it should be installed and operated keeping the 
radiator at least 20 cm or more away from 
person’s body (excluding extremities: hands, 
wrists, feet and ankles).

CAUTION
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 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.
License and Trademark Notice

ˋ

ˎ MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and 

patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and 
Thomson.

ˋ

ˎ Windows Media is either a registered 

trademark or trademark of Microsoft 
Corporation in the United States and/or other 
countries.

ˋ

ˎ This product contains technology subject to 

certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft. 
Use or distribution of this technology outside 
of this product is prohibited without the 
appropriate license(s) from Microsoft.

ˋ

ˎ 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.

ˋ

ˎ The N Mark is a trademark or registered 

trademark of NFC Forum, Inc. in the United 
States and in other countries.

ˋ

ˎ Android is a trademark of Google Inc.

ˋ

ˎ Other trademarks and trade names are those 

of their respective owners.

Power Sources

Using the AC power cord or batteries
Connect the AC power cord 

, or insert eight R20 (size D) batteries (not supplied) into the battery 

compartment 

.

AC power cord (supplied)

To a wall outlet

 To AC IN

Notes

ˋ

ˎ Replace the batteries when the OPR/BATT indicator  dims, or when the unit becomes inoperable. Replace all 

the batteries with new ones. Before you replace the batteries, be sure to remove any disc and disconnect any 
optional component from the unit.

ˋ

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

ˋ

ˎ When you operate the unit on batteries, you cannot turn on the unit using the remote.

Preparing the remote
Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries (not supplied).

To replace batteries
With normal use, the batteries should last for about 6 months. When the remote no longer operates the 
unit, replace both batteries with new ones.

Basic Operations

*  

  (on the unit and remote) and VOLUME +  (on the 
remote) have a tactile dot.

Unit

Remote

Before using the unit

To turn the power on or off
Press 

 ( (AC ONLY) on the remote) .

To adjust the volume
Turn VOLUME 

 clockwise (+) or 

counterclockwise (

ˋ) on the unit, or press 

VOLUME 

ˋ or +  on the remote.

The volume level of this unit is adjustable in 
steps from 0 (“VOL 0” on the display) to 31 (“VOL 
MAX” on the display).

To select the sound characteristic
Press ROCK, POP, HIP-HOP, REGUETON, 
ELECTRONICA, or FLAT 

 to select the desired 

audio emphasis.
On the remote, each time you press SOUND 

, 

the audio emphasis setting changes as follows:
ROCK

POP

HIP-HOP

FLAT

ELECTRONICA

REGUETON

To reinforce the bass
Press POWER DRIVE WOOFER 

 (WOOFER  on 

the remote) repeatedly to select the type of bass 
sound with speaker lighting effect. Each time you 
press the button, the indication changes as 
follows:
WOOFER 2 LIGHT SYNC* (default)

Off

WOOFER 2

WOOFER 1

*  The light sync function creates lighting effects 

that synchronize with the music.

Setting the automatic 

demonstration
An automatic demonstration mode is installed in 
this unit, and default setting is off. When the 
setting is on, the speaker lighting effect will 
activate in the following cases;

ˋ

ˋwhen the unit is turned off

ˋ

ˋwhen no playback in the CD function

ˋ

ˋwhen the BLUETOOTH connection is not 

established in the BLUETOOTH function (when 
“NO BT” is displayed)

To set the automatic demonstration 
on/off
With the unit turned on, hold down MODE 

 

until “DEMO MODE OFF” (setting is off) or “DEMO 
MODE ON” (setting is on) appears on the display.

Note
Demonstration mode does not function when 
operating using batteries.

Playing a music disc
You can play the following types of discs with 
this unit.

ˋ

ˋAudio CDs on which CD-DA tracks are recorded 

in CD-DA disc format.
ˋ

ˋCD-R/CD-RW discs on which MP3 or WMA 

audio files are recorded in ISO 9660 Level 1/
Level 2 or Joliet.

1  Press CD  to turn on the CD function.
2  Press  PUSH OPEN/CLOSE , and place 

a disc with the label side up into the CD 
compartment.

3  Press  PUSH OPEN/CLOSE  to close 

the CD compartment.

4  Press   to start playback.

When you play an MP3 or WMA disc, “MP3” 
(for MP3 files) or “WMA” (for WMA files) lights 
up on the display.

Audio CD

Track number

Playing time

MP3/WMA disc

MP3/WMA file number

After the song title*1 is displayed, 
the playing time*2 will appear.

*1 If there is no song title in the ID3 or WMA tag 

information, the file name will be displayed.

*2 If the playing time exceeds 100 minutes, “--:--” 

appears on the display.

Other operations

To

Do this

Pause playback Press  . To resume 

playback, press the button 
again.

Stop playback

Press 

 .

Select a folder 
on an MP3/
WMA disc

Press   

ˋ 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 
in pause status, press 

  

to start playback after the 
desired point is found.

Example of folder structure and 
playing order
The playing order of the folders and files is as 
follows:

Folder
MP3/WMA file

Notes on MP3/WMA discs

ˋ

ˎ When a disc is loaded, the unit reads all the files 

on that disc. During this time, “READING” is 
displayed. 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.

ˋ

ˎ We recommend that non-MP3/WMA files or 

unnecessary folders are excluded when creating 
MP3/WMA discs.

ˋ

ˎ During playback, folders that contain no MP3/

WMA files are skipped.

ˋ

ˎ The audio formats supported by this unit are as 

follows:

ˋ

ˋMP3: file extension “.mp3”

ˋ

ˋWMA: file extension “.wma”
Note that even though a file name has a 
supported file extension but the actual file was 
created in a different audio format, this unit may 
produce noise or may malfunction.

ˋ

ˎ MP3 PRO format is not supported.

ˋ

ˎ WMA files encoded in WMA DRM, WMA Lossless 

and WMA PRO formats cannot be played back.

ˋ

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

following cases:

ˋ

ˋWhen the total number of audio files exceeds 

512.

ˋ

ˋWhen the total number of folders on a single 

disc exceeds 255.

ˋ

ˋWhen the directory level (folder depths) exceeds 

9 (including the “ROOT” folder).

ˋ

ˎ Folder names and file names can be displayed 

with up to 35 characters, including quotation 
marks.

ˋ

ˎ Characters and symbols that cannot be displayed 

by the unit will appear as “_.”

ˋ

ˎ 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 (Advanced 
Systems Format) specification) for WMA files. 
When a file has the ID3 or WMA tag information, 
song title, artist name, and album name will be 
displayed. If a file does not have the tag 
information, the unit displays as follows:

ˋ

ˋFile name instead of the song title.

ˋ

ˋ“NO ARTIST” message instead of the artist 

name.

ˋ

ˋ“NO ALBUM” message instead of the album 

name.

ID3 tag information can be displayed for up to 40 
characters and WMA tag information can be 
displayed for up to 40 characters.

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. 
This unit supports non-NFC compatible 
BLUETOOTH devices (hereafter “BLUETOOTH 
device(s)”) and NFC-compatible smartphones.

Compatible BLUETOOTH devices
Compatibility requirements for the devices are as 
follows. Before using with this unit, check that 
your device meets the requirements.

ˋ

ˎ Devices must conform to BLUETOOTH Standard 

version 3.0.

ˋ

ˎ Devices must support A2DP (Advanced Audio 

Distribution Profile) and AVRCP (Audio/Video 
Remote Control Profile).

ˋ

ˎ NFC capability (required only when using the 

NFC pairing function of the unit).

For the latest information on compatible 
BLUETOOTH devices, including NFC compatible 
smartphones, check the website below.
Customers in the U.S.A.
Access the following Web site for details:
http://esupport.sony.com/US
Customers in Canada
Access the following Web site for details:
http://esupport.sony.com/CA

Pairing
BLUETOOTH devices must be “paired” with each 
other beforehand. Once BLUETOOTH devices are 
paired, there is no need for pairing again, unless 
pairing information is cleared. With this unit, up 
to 5 BLUETOOTH devices can be paired.
If your device is an NFC-compatible smartphone, 
the manual pairing procedure is not necessary. 
Use the smartphone with this unit along with the 
procedures described under “To connect with a 
smartphone by one touch (NFC).”
When using the BLUETOOTH function, pay 
attention to the BLUETOOTH status indicator ( ) 
on the display, which shows the network status 
between the unit and your device.

Indications for the BLUETOOTH function

Status

BLUETOOTH indicator  
( )

BLUETOOTH 
connection is off

Off

Pairing, 
communicating or 
connecting process

Flashes

Connection is 
established 

Constantly on

To pair with a BLUETOOTH device
Keep the BLUETOOTH device and the unit within 
1 meter (3 ft) of each other for this operation.

1  Press BLUETOOTH   PAIRING  to turn 

on the BLUETOOTH function.

2  Hold down BLUETOOTH   PAIRING  to 

activate the pairing mode of the unit.
When pairing mode is activated, a double-
beep will sound and the BLUETOOTH indicator 
( ) will flash on the display.
To cancel the pairing mode after activation, 
press BLUETOOTH   PAIRING 

 again.

Tip
When you turn on the BLUETOOTH function for 
the first time, this unit will automatically enter the 
pairing mode and the BLUETOOTH indicator ( ) 
will start flashing.

3  Perform the pairing procedure on the 

BLUETOOTH device.
Turn on the BLUETOOTH device and activate 
the BLUETOOTH function on your device. For 
details, refer to the instruction manual of your 
BLUETOOTH device.
When the BLUETOOTH function of your device 
is activated, it will search for pairable devices 
and display a list of detected devices on its 
display. Select this unit from the list. This unit 
appears as “SONY:ZS-BTG900.”
If “SONY:ZS-BTG900” is not displayed, repeat 
the procedure from step 2.

If a passcode is required
Some BLUETOOTH devices may require a 
4-digit passcode. If your device requires a 
passcode, enter “0000.”

When pairing of the device is completed and 
the BLUETOOTH connection is established, the 
BLUETOOTH indicator ( ) stops flashing and 
“BT AUDIO” appears on the display.

If you want to pair with another BLUETOOTH 
device, repeat steps 2 to 3.

Notes on pairing with a BLUETOOTH device

ˋ

ˎ If you turn off the unit or power off the 

BLUETOOTH device before the BLUETOOTH 
connection is established, pairing information will 
not be stored, and pairing will not be completed.

ˋ

ˎ Pairing mode is canceled after about 5 minutes. If 

pairing mode is canceled before completion, start 
over from step 2.

ˋ

ˎ The operation and display may differ depending 

on the BLUETOOTH device or the version of 
BLUETOOTH software installed.

ˋ

ˎ “Passcode” may be called “Passkey,” “PIN code,” 

“PIN number” or “Password,” etc., depending on 
the BLUETOOTH device. For details on the 
passcode, refer to the instruction manual of your 
device.

To connect with a smartphone by one 
touch (NFC)
By touching the unit with an NFC-compatible 
smartphone, the unit is turned on automatically, 
and then proceeds to complete pairing and the 
BLUETOOTH connection automatically.

Compatible smartphones
Smartphones with a built-in NFC function
(OS: Android 2.3.3 or later, excluding Android 3.x)

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 designated touchpoint on the 
NFC-compatible devices.
1  Set the NFC function of the smartphone 

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

ˋ

ˎ If your smartphone OS is Android 2.3.3 or 

later, and less than Android 4.1: proceed to 
step 2.

ˋ

ˎ If your smartphone OS is Android 4.1 or later: 

proceed to step 4.

2  Download and install the app “NFC Easy 

Connect” on the smartphone.
“NFC Easy Connect” is an original app by Sony 
for Android phones, and is available at Google 
Play Store.
Search for “NFC Easy Connect” or scan the 
following two-dimensional code to download 
and install the free app. Communication fees 
are required to download the app.
The App may not be available in some 
countries and/or regions.

Tip
For some smartphones, One-touch connection 
may be available without downloading the app 
“NFC Easy Connect.” In that case, the operation 
and specifications may be different from the 
description here. For details, refer to the 
operating instructions supplied with the 
smartphone.

By the two-dimensional code:
Use a two-dimensional code reader app.

3  Start the app “NFC Easy Connect” on the 

smartphone.
Make sure that the application screen is 
displayed.

4  Touch the unit with the smartphone.

Keep touching the smartphone on the 
N-marked part 

 of the unit until the 

smartphone responds.

Note
If the screen of your smartphone is locked, the 
smartphone will not function. In this case, release 
the lock, then touch the smartphone on the 
N-marked part 

 again.

Smartphone responds 
(unit recognized)

After being recognized by the unit, follow the 
on-screen instructions displayed on the 
smartphone, and complete the procedure for 
BLUETOOTH connection.
When the BLUETOOTH connection is 
established, the BLUETOOTH indicator ( ) 
stops flashing and the message “BT AUDIO” 
appears on the display.

Tip
If pairing and the BLUETOOTH connection fail, do the 
following.

ˋ

ˋRelaunch “NFC Easy Connect” and move the 

smartphone slowly over the N-marked part 

.

ˋ

ˋRemove the case from the smartphone if using a 

commercially available smartphone case.

To use the BLUETOOTH standby 
function
By using the BLUETOOTH standby function, the 
unit can be turned on and operated by a 
BLUETOOTH device.
When the unit is turned on, hold down 

 

 for at least 2 seconds.

The BLUETOOTH standby function is activated 
and the unit turns off automatically. “BT 
STANDBY” will light up on the display while the 
unit is turning off.

To cancel the BLUETOOTH standby 
function
When the unit is turned on, hold down 

  

for at least 2 seconds. The unit turns off, and no 
indication will be displayed.

Notes

ˋ

ˎ The BLUETOOTH standby function is not available 

when you use the unit on batteries.

ˋ

ˎ The BLUETOOTH standby function is available only 

when this unit is turned off.

To listen to audio
Keep the BLUETOOTH device (or NFC-compatible 
smartphone) and the unit within 10 meters (30 ft) 
of each other, and check the following before 
operation.

ˋ

ˋThe BLUETOOTH function of the device is 

activated.
ˋ

ˋPairing and the BLUETOOTH connection are 

completed correctly. If not, perform the pairing 
procedure. (see “To pair with a BLUETOOTH 
device” or “To connect with a smartphone by 
one touch (NFC)”).

ˋ

 For a BLUETOOTH device
1  
Press BLUETOOTH  to turn on the 

BLUETOOTH function.
The last connected device will be connected 
automatically.

2  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.

ˋ

 For an NFC-compatible smartphone
Start playback of an audio source such as music, 
videos, games, etc., on the smartphone.
Refer to the instruction manual of your 
smartphone for details on playback operations.

Note
The BLUETOOTH function turns off when:

ˋ

ˋyou press /  to turn off the unit.

ˋ

ˋyou switch to a function other than the 

BLUETOOTH function.

Tip
If the volume level is low, adjust the volume of the 
unit first. If the volume level is still too low, adjust 
the volume level on the connected BLUETOOTH 
device or the smartphone.

Tip for the BLUETOOTH devices
If the last connected device does not connect 
automatically, try the following;

ˋ

ˋpress CD, FM, AM or AUDIO IN , or restart the 

unit.

ˋ

ˋthen, press BLUETOOTH  to turn on the 

BLUETOOTH function again.

If it still does not connect, select the model name of 
this unit from the device list (perform step 3 in “To 
pair with a BLUETOOTH device”).

To terminate a BLUETOOTH 
connection
You can terminate the BLUETOOTH connection 
using any of the following operations.

ˋ

 For a BLUETOOTH device

ˋ

ˎ Turn off the unit.

ˋ

ˎ Turn off the device.

ˋ

ˎ Press CD, FM, AM or AUDIO IN .

ˋ

ˎ Disable the BLUETOOTH function on the device.

ˋ

 For an NFC-compatible smartphone

ˋ

ˎ Touch the smartphone to the N-marked part 

 again.

ˋ

ˎ Turn off the unit.

ˋ

ˎ Turn off the smartphone.

ˋ

ˎ Press CD, FM, AM or AUDIO IN .

ˋ

ˎ Disable the BLUETOOTH function on the 

smartphone.

Listening to the radio
1  
Press FM or AM  to select the band.
2  Hold down TUNE ˋ 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 
signal.
If you cannot tune to a station using the 
automatic tuning mode, press TUNE 

ˋ or +  

repeatedly to change the frequency step by 
step.
When an FM stereo broadcast is received, “ST” 
lights up on the display.

Tip
If the stereo FM reception is noisy, press MODE 

 

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

To improve radio reception

ˋ

ˎ Reorient the antenna to improve FM reception.

ˋ

ˎ Reorient the unit itself to improve AM 

reception.

Illumination

Illumination

When connected to a BLUETOOTH device, the illumination lamp lights up or flashes blue.
When using CD, radio, AUDIO IN function, or when the BLUETOOTH is disconnected, the illumination lamp 
lights up white.

Tip
To turn the illumination on/off, hold down  /TUNE - 

 and BLUETOOTH  for 2 seconds when the BLUETOOTH 

function is on.

Personal Audio System

Operating Instructions

4-466-018-

13(1)

ZS-BTG900

 

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