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3-279-360-12 (1)
Stereo Transmitter
GB
Operating Instructions
FR
Mode d’emploi
DE
Bedienungsanleitung
ES
Manual de instrucciones
TMR-BT8iP
© 2007 Sony Corporation
TMR-BT8iP [US,FR,DE,ES] 3-279-360-12(1)
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Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European WARNING Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) To reduce the risk of fire or This symbol on the product electric shock, do not expose this or on its packaging indicates apparatus to rain or moisture. that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection Hereby, Sony Corp., declares that this point for the recyclin
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CompatibleiPodmodels Table of Contents The compatible iPod models are as follows. Update your iPod to use the latest software before you use it. What is Bluetooth wireless technology? ........................... 4 Features ..................................... 5 Basic operation of Bluetooth i devices ............................................. 6 r r i (vi ) i c Getting Started Location and Function of Parts ......................................... 7 Connecting to an iPod............. 8 i
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What is Bluetooth wireless technology? TM 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). Connecting two devices as necessary is common, but some devices can be connected to multiple devices at the same time. You do not need to use a cable for connection nor is it necessary for the
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Features This unit is an audio transmitter using Bluetooth wireless technology. You can enjoy music wirelessly by transmitting the audio signals to a Bluetooth receiving device (headset, car stereo, speaker, stereo component system, etc.), if you connect this unit to the iPod (see page 3 on compatible iPod models) with the iPod connector (30 pin). This unit’s features are as follows: Wireless transmitter for streaming of high-quality stereo music
=> from iPod. Transmits music to other d
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Basic operation of Bluetooth devices Th e following example describes how you can transmit music played on an iPod connected to this unit, and listen on a Bluetooth r re ecei ceiv vin ing de g dev vice (h ice (he ead ads set). et). Pairing Enables a Bluetooth receiving device and this unit to recognize one another. You do not need to recognize one another next time if you did once. iPod with dock connector port (30 pin) Bluetooth receiving This unit device (Headset, etc) For more details, s
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Getting Started Location and Function of Parts iPod connector Power button Performs the following: (0 pin) • Turning on/off of this unit Connects to the (page 8). dock connector of an iPod • Pairing (page 10). (page 8). • Initializing this unit (page 21). Indicator Indicates this unit’s status (page 13). GB TMR-BT8iP [GB,FR,DE,ES] 3-279-360-12(1)
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Connecting to an iPod Connect this unit to the dock connector port of an iPod firmly. Dock connector port (30 pin) Power button To turn on this unit 1 Connect this unit to the iPod. 2 Press the power button of this unit for about 1 second to turn it on, or start to play back on iPod. When this unit turns on, the indicator flashes twice. Note If the unit cannot turn on, operate the iPod. To turn off this unit To turn off this unit, press and hold this unit’s power button for about 1 second. The
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Notes To listen to music from the headphone jack of the iPod, disconnect this unit from
=> the iPod. While this unit is turned on, it consumes power from the iPod. We recommend
=> disconnect this unit from iPod when not using the Bluetooth function. If the headphone is connected to the iPod while the iPod is playing back, it
=> consumes power from iPod. If you turn off this unit while the iPod is playing back, iPod will power off.
=> It is not recommended to turn off iPod as the linkage will
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Pairing What is pairing? Bluetooth devices need to be “paired” with each other beforehand. Once Bluetooth devices are paired, there is no need for pairing again, except in the following cases: Pairing information is deleted after repair, etc.
=> This unit is paired with 9 or more receiving devices.
=> This unit can be paired with up to 8 Bluetooth receiving device. If a new device is paired after 8 devices have been paired, the device whose latest connection time is the oldest among the 8 pa
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Press and hold the POWER button of the bluetooth receiving device for 7 seconds or more to standby for pairing while the unit is turned off. Notes Passcode* of this unit is fixed at “0000”, “1234” or “8888.” Depending on the
=> Bluetooth receiving device, it may be necessary to input the passcode (in this case, “0000”, “1234” or “8888”). This unit cannot be paired with a Bluetooth receiving device whose passcode is not “0000”, “1234” or “8888.” If the Bluetooth receiving device requires
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Indicator flashes quickly: Pairing in process Indicator flashes (at about 1-second interval) when responding to the Bluetooth receiving device: Connectable (Paring successful) Indicator flashes (at about 5-second intervals): Connected Notes
=> “Pairing in process” of this unit is released after about 5 minutes. If pairing is not established within about 5 minutes, repeat the above procedure from step . iPod backlight may turn on in this 5 minutes.
=> To enter “Pairing in process,” yo
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On Indicators Status Indicator Flashes twice Flashes once … Flashes quickly … Flashes – – – – – (at about 1- second intervals) 1 … – – – – – – – – – – Listening * (flashes twice at about 5-second intervals) 2 … With no music * – – – – – – – – – – (flashes once at about 5-second intervals) 1 * When press on the iPod, the music pause. The indicator flashes twice on this unit. This unit transmit the data of no sound. 2 * When press the pause button on the Bl
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Listening to music Bluetooth Connecting / Playing back You can listen to music of the iPod connected to this unit on the Bluetooth receiving device (headset, etc.). Before starting operation, complete pairing this unit and the Bluetooth receiving device (page 10). 1 The Bluetooth receiving device is on standby for connection. 2 Connect this unit to the iPod then turn on the iPod and start playback on the iPod. This unit’s indicator status will vary as follows, and the Bluetooth connection be
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Tip You can control the volume on the Bluetooth receiving device. (The volume of the iPod is not changed.) Notes
=> Even if you control the volume on the iPod, sound from the Bluetooth receiving device will not change.
=> If this unit and the Bluetooth receiving device become out of range and the Bluetooth connection terminates, repeat the procedure from step 1.
=> Playback through a Bluetooth connection may cause noise, sound break, or playback speed change depending on the location and t
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Controlling by the Remote When connecting (Bluetooth connecting) to devices that support AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile) You can control the iPod using the control button of the Bluetooth receiving device. For details, see the operating instructions supplied with the Bluetooth devices. Before starting remote control operation, check that step 1 and 2 of “Bluetooth Connecting / Playing back” are completed (page 1). Remote control for the iPod by the Bluetooth receiving device. Head
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Additional Information The following conditions may cause
=> Precautions noise, sound break or playback speed change. On Bluetooth communication – When using inside the metal bag.
=> Bluetooth wireless technology operates within a range of about 10 – When using inside the backpack or meters (about 30 feet). Maximum shoulder bag. communication range may vary – A device using 2.4 GHz frequency, depending on obstacles (human body, such as a wireless LAN device, metal, wall, etc.) or electrom
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We do not take any responsibility
=> Notes on using in a car for leakage of information during Do not attempt to connect this unit, or Bluetooth communication. to operate this unit, an audio output
=> Connection with all Bluetooth devices device or a car radio while driving or cannot be guaranteed. waiting at a traffic signal. – A device featuring Bluetooth function is required to conform to the Bluetooth standard specified Cleaning by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and be Clean the unit with a s
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Troubleshooting If you run into any problems using this unit, use the following checklist and read the product support information on our website. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Symptom Cause / Remedy This unit is not Press and hold this unit power button for about 1 turned on. second. (or turns off Check the remaining battery of the iPod. If the shortly after remaining battery is not enough, charge the iPod. Reset your iPod. turning on.) If your iPod h
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Symptom Cause / Remedy Distorted sound Turn down the volume of the Bluetooth receiving device to the point where the sound is no longer distorted. For details on volume adjustment, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Bluetooth receiving device. Turn off the EQ of iPod. Ensure that this unit is not receiving interference from a wireless LAN, other 2.4 GHz wireless device, or microwave oven. Sound break, If a device that generates electromagnetic radiation, noise
