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Wireless Speaker
SRS-XB100
Model: YY7856E
The following explains how to use this speaker. Select a topic from the navigation pane.
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Use the latest versions of the software pre-installed on the speaker and "Sony | Music Center."
Getting started
Parts and controls
Included items
Using the strap
Power source/charging
Charging the speaker
Turning the power on
Turning the power off
Auto Standby (power saving) function
Making connections
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  • Page 1 The following explains how to use this speaker. Select a topic from the navigation pane. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Use the latest versions of the software pre-installed on the speaker and “Sony | Music Center.” Getting started...
  • Page 2 BLUETOOTH® connection Pairing and connecting with BLUETOOTH devices ® Connecting with a computer via a BLUETOOTH connection (Windows Connecting with a computer via a BLUETOOTH connection (Mac) Listening to music BLUETOOTH device Listening to music of a device via a BLUETOOTH connection Selecting the quality for music playback via a BLUETOOTH connection (Codec) Supported codecs Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use)
  • Page 3 Unable to pair the speaker with a BLUETOOTH device Speaker output is interrupted Unable to connect a BLUETOOTH device with the speaker for the Stereo Pair function Reset Restarting the speaker Initializing the speaker Specifications Specifications 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 4: Parts And Controls

    Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB100 Parts and controls (power) button with indicator CHARGE indicator (BLUETOOTH) button with indicator/ ST PAIR (Stereo Pair) button with indicator (play) button/ (call) button –/+ (volume) buttons MIC (Microphone) Upper strap hole/Lower strap hole ®...
  • Page 5 Related Topic About the indicators 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 6: Using The Strap

    Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB100 Using the strap You can hang the speaker from your bag or backpack by using the strap attached to the speaker. Using the upper strap hole to make use of the strap Remove the belt from the hook.
  • Page 7 When you have attached the strap to the speaker, make sure that the end loop of the belt rests securely on the hook. Do not pull hard on the strap attached to the speaker or swing the speaker around. Do not use the strap with any device other than the speaker. 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 8: Charging The Speaker

    Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB100 Charging the speaker The speaker is capable of running on power either from an AC outlet connected by a USB AC adaptor (commercially ® available) and the supplied USB Type-C cable or from the rechargeable built-in battery.
  • Page 9 When using the Android™ smartphone with Android 8.1 or later installed When the speaker is connected with the Android smartphone via an HFP (Hands-free Profile) BLUETOOTH connection, tap [Settings] - [Device connection] - [Bluetooth] on the smartphone. The remaining battery power of the speaker is displayed along with the connected BLUETOOTH device name.
  • Page 10 When the Android smartphone is configured to use only A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) for establishing BLUETOOTH connections, the remaining battery power of the speaker is not displayed on the smartphone. Related Topic Turning the power on Notes on charging 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 11: Turning The Power On

    If the CHARGE indicator flashes 3 times and the speaker turns off after you turn it on, the rechargeable built-in battery is empty. Charge the built-in battery. When the CHARGE indicator starts flashing slowly, the built-in battery is running low and needs to be charged. Related Topic Charging the speaker Turning the power off 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 12: Turning The Power Off

    Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB100 Turning the power off Press the (power) button. (power) indicator and the (BLUETOOTH) indicator turn off. Related Topic Auto Standby (power saving) function 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 13 When the Auto Standby function is turned on, the (power) indicator flashes twice in green. Note While the Stereo Pair function or the hands-free function is in use, you cannot turn on/off the Auto Standby function. 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 14 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB100 Pairing and connecting with BLUETOOTH devices Pairing is the process required to mutually register the information on BLUETOOTH devices to be connected wirelessly. To use multiple BLUETOOTH devices in combination with the speaker, perform the following pairing procedure for each device.
  • Page 15 You hear voice guidance (Pairing) from the speaker and the (BLUETOOTH) indicator starts double flashing (pairing mode). Perform the pairing procedure on the BLUETOOTH device to detect the speaker. When a list of detected devices appears on the display of the BLUETOOTH device, select “SRS-XB100.”...
  • Page 16 If a passkey is required on the display of the BLUETOOTH device, enter “0000.” The passkey may be called a “passcode,” “PIN code,” “PIN number,” or “password.” Make the BLUETOOTH connection from the BLUETOOTH device. When the BLUETOOTH connection is established, you hear the notification sound from the speaker and the activity of the (BLUETOOTH) indicator changes from flashing to lit.
  • Page 17 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 18 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB100 ® Connecting with a computer via a BLUETOOTH connection (Windows Pairing is the process required to mutually register the information on BLUETOOTH devices to be connected wirelessly. To use multiple BLUETOOTH devices in combination with the speaker, perform the following pairing procedure for each device.
  • Page 19 In the event that the speaker is paired with a BLUETOOTH device for the first time after purchase or in the event after the speaker is initialized (the speaker has no pairing information), the speaker automatically enters pairing mode when it is turned on. Proceed to step When the indicator is flashing slowly The speaker is searching for BLUETOOTH connections.
  • Page 20 Wake the computer up if the computer is in standby (sleep) or hibernation mode. Register the speaker to the computer. On Windows 11 Click the [Start] button, then [Settings]. Click [Bluetooth & devices]. Click the [Bluetooth] switch to turn on the BLUETOOTH function, and then click [Add device]. Click [Bluetooth].
  • Page 21 Select [SRS-XB100]. If a passkey* is required, enter “0000.” If [SRS-XB100] does not appear, perform the operation again from step The passkey may be called a “passcode,” “PIN code,” “PIN number,” or “password.” After pairing, the BLUETOOTH connection establishes automatically and [Connected music] or [Connected voice, music] will be displayed on the screen.
  • Page 22 If a passkey is required, enter “0000.” If [SRS-XB100] does not appear, perform the operation again from step The passkey may be called a “passcode,” “PIN code,” “PIN number,” or “password.” After pairing, the BLUETOOTH connection establishes automatically and [Connected music] or [Connected...
  • Page 23 Follow the on-screen instructions to establish a BLUETOOTH connection. When the BLUETOOTH connection is established, you hear the notification sound from the speaker and the activity of the (BLUETOOTH) indicator changes from flashing to lit. If the connection attempt fails, repeat the procedure from step Hint The above instructions on the computer are provided as an example.
  • Page 24 Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 25 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB100 Connecting with a computer via a BLUETOOTH connection (Mac) Pairing is the process required to mutually register the information on BLUETOOTH devices to be connected wirelessly. To use multiple BLUETOOTH devices in combination with the speaker, perform the following pairing procedure for each device.
  • Page 26 In the event that the speaker is paired with a BLUETOOTH device for the first time after purchase or in the event after the speaker is initialized (the speaker has no pairing information), the speaker automatically enters pairing mode when it is turned on. Proceed to step When the indicator is flashing slowly The speaker is searching for BLUETOOTH connections.
  • Page 27 Click [ (System Preferences)] - [Bluetooth] in the taskbar on the right-bottom of the screen. Select [SRS-XB100] from the Bluetooth screen, then click [Pair]. Follow the on-screen instructions to establish a BLUETOOTH connection. When the BLUETOOTH connection is established, you hear the notification sound from the speaker and the activity of the (BLUETOOTH) indicator changes from flashing to lit.
  • Page 28 Click the speaker icon in the top-right of the screen and select [SRS-XB100] from [Output Device]. You can enjoy playing back music, etc. from your computer. Hint The above instructions on the computer are provided as an example. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your computer.
  • Page 29 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB100 Listening to music of a device via a BLUETOOTH connection You can enjoy listening to music of a BLUETOOTH device and operate it by the speaker via a BLUETOOTH connection if it supports the following BLUETOOTH profiles.
  • Page 30 During playback, you can use the buttons on the speaker to perform the following operations. Pause Press the (play)/ (call) button during playback to pause. Press it again to cancel pause. Skip to the beginning of the next track Press the (play)/ (call) button twice quickly during playback.
  • Page 31 Charging the speaker Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 32 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB100 Selecting the quality for music playback via a BLUETOOTH connection (Codec) The “Priority on Sound Quality” and “Priority on Stable Connection” preferences are available on the speaker for the BLUETOOTH connection quality. The “Priority on Sound Quality” preference provides compatibility not only with SBC but also with AAC for music playback of high sound quality, whereas the “Priority on Stable Connection”...
  • Page 33 Related Topic Supported codecs 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 34: Supported Codecs

    Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the device regarding setting the codec. Related Topic Selecting the quality for music playback via a BLUETOOTH connection (Codec) 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 35: Terminating The Bluetooth Connection (After Use)

    When using the Stereo Pair function, if you turn off one speaker, the other speaker is automatically turned off. The BLUETOOTH connection between them is disconnected. When you finish playing music, the BLUETOOTH connection may terminate automatically depending on the BLUETOOTH device. Related Topic Turning the power off Auto Standby (power saving) function 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 36 SRS-XB100 Listening to music wirelessly with 2 speakers (Stereo Pair function) To use the Stereo Pair function, 2 SRS-XB100 speakers are required. By connecting 2 speakers via a BLUETOOTH connection, you can enjoy more powerful sound. One speaker plays the sound on the left channel (left side), while the other speaker plays the sound on the right channel (right side) for stereo playback between the speakers.
  • Page 37 The (BLUETOOTH) indicator and the ST PAIR (Stereo Pair) indicator flash. Check the state of the indicator on each of the 2 speakers. When the speakers are connected by the Stereo Pair function, you hear voice guidance (Left/Right) from the speaker, then the ST PAIR (Stereo Pair) indicators on both speakers stay lit and the (BLUETOOTH) indicator on the second speaker turns off.
  • Page 38 ST PAIR (Stereo Pair) button on the other speaker to terminate the Stereo Pair function. If you continue to use the speaker without terminating the Stereo Pair function, you will have a problem, such as a failure to establish a BLUETOOTH connection or a sound interruption. 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 39 (BLUETOOTH)/ ST PAIR (Stereo Pair) button on one of the speakers until you hear the notification sound to terminate the Stereo Pair function. Related Topic Listening to music wirelessly with 2 speakers (Stereo Pair function) 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 40 Labels may vary depending on your computer or video call application. Hint When you cannot view the settings of the video call application or select [Headset earphone (SRS-XB100 Hands-Free)] or [Headset microphone (SRS-XB100 Hands-Free)], the BLUETOOTH profile for phone talking (HFP connection), select [Headset earphone (SRS-XB100 Hands-Free)] or [Headset microphone (SRS-XB100 Hands-Free)] for the settings on the computer, and then establish a connection.
  • Page 41 Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) What can I do to solve a problem? 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 42: Receiving A Call

    Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB100 Receiving a call You can enjoy hands-free calls with a smartphone or mobile phone that supports the BLUETOOTH profile HFP (Hands- free Profile) via a BLUETOOTH connection. If your smartphone or mobile phone supports both HFP and HSP, set it to HFP.
  • Page 43 If no ring tone is heard via the speaker The speaker may not be connected with a smartphone or mobile phone with HFP. Check the connection status on the smartphone or mobile phone. While the phone is ringing or a phone conversation is in progress, adjust the volume by pressing the –/+ (volume) buttons on the speaker or operating the smartphone or mobile phone.
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  • Page 45: Making A Call

    Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB100 Making a call You can enjoy hands-free calls with a smartphone or mobile phone that supports the BLUETOOTH profile HFP (Hands- free Profile) via a BLUETOOTH connection. If your smartphone or mobile phone supports both HFP and HSP, set it to HFP.
  • Page 46 Use a smartphone or mobile phone at least 50 cm (1.6 ft) away from the speaker. Noise may result if the speaker and the smartphone or mobile phone are too close. Related Topic Pairing and connecting with BLUETOOTH devices Terminating the BLUETOOTH connection (After use) Receiving a call 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 47: Using The Voice Assist Function (Google™ App)

    For details on the Google app, such as apps which work with the Google app, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Android smartphone. Note The Google app cannot be activated when you say “OK Google” through the speaker’s microphone even when the Android smartphone’s [OK Google] setting is on. 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 48: Using The Voice Assist Function (Siri)

    For details on Siri, such as apps which work with Siri, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the iPhone. Note Siri cannot be activated when you say “Hey Siri” through the speaker’s microphone even when the iPhone’s [Listen for “Hey Siri”] setting is on. 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 49: About The Indicators

    Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB100 About the indicators CHARGE indicator (orange) Turns off The speaker is finished with charging. Lights up The speaker is being charged. Flashes slowly The built-in battery is running at less than 20% and needs to be charged.
  • Page 50 Each time you press the –/+ (volume) buttons, the indicator flashes once. When you operate the –/+ (volume) buttons and the volume is set at the lowest (0) or highest (50 for music playback/15 for phone calling) level, the indicator flashes 3 times. When the (play)/ (call) button and the –...
  • Page 51 (BLUETOOTH) indicator flash simultaneously 3 times.      When [Cancel] is tapped on “Sony | Music Center” while an update is in progress Depending on the progress of the update, either of the following indicator activities are presented: (power) indicator goes out and the blue (BLUETOOTH) indicator starts flashing.
  • Page 52 Google Play (Play Store) or the App Store and install it on the device. Hint “Sony | Music Center” is compatible with the Apple iOS devices with the iOS 11.0 or later version. It is not compatible with the devices with the iOS 10.x or earlier version.
  • Page 53 Be aware that “Sony | Music Center” and “Music Center for PC” are different apps. Be sure to use the latest version of “Sony | Music Center.” When you have an issue, such as having trouble with establishing a BLUETOOTH connection between the speaker and your device, such as a smartphone, uninstall “Sony | Music Center” and try to connect via the BLUETOOTH connection again.

  • Page 54: Other Notes

    Even if you do not intend to use the speaker for a long time, charge the battery to its full capacity once every 6 months to maintain its performance. If you have any questions or problems concerning the speaker that are not covered in this Help Guide, consult your nearest Sony dealer. 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 55: Notes On Charging

    The rechargeable built-in battery has a life span. As time passes and the number of times that the built-in battery is used increases, the capacity of the rechargeable built-in battery slowly decreases. When the amount of time that the built-in battery can be used seems significantly shorter, despite having been fully charged, contact your nearest Sony dealer.
  • Page 56 Do not leave the computer with the speaker connected for a long period of time to prevent the computer's battery from running out of power. Related Topic Charging the speaker Restarting the speaker 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 57 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB100 Notes on waterproof and dustproof features Waterproof and dustproof performance of the speaker The speaker, with the cap fastened securely, has a waterproof specification of IPX7 as specified in “Degree of protection against water immersion” of the IEC60529 “Ingress Protection Rating (IP Code)”...
  • Page 58 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 59 Especially in cold regions, be sure to wipe off the moisture after using the speaker. Leaving moisture on its surface may cause the speaker to freeze and malfunction. 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 60: About The Bluetooth Wireless Technology

    Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB100 About the BLUETOOTH wireless technology The BLUETOOTH wireless technology is a short-range wireless technology that enables communication between digital devices, such as smartphones and computers. Supported version and profiles of the BLUETOOTH standard A profile is a set of functions standardized for every characteristic of BLUETOOTH devices. The speaker supports the following version and profiles of the BLUETOOTH standard.
  • Page 61 A device with a built-in radio or tuner cannot be connected to the speaker via a BLUETOOTH connection since noise may occur in broadcasts. Locate the speaker farther away from a TV, radio or tuner, etc. since noise may occur in broadcasts. 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 62 SRS-XB100 Licenses This product contains software that Sony uses under a licensing agreement with the owner of its copyright. We are obligated to announce the contents of the agreement to customers under requirement by the owner of copyright for the software. Please access the following URL and read the contents of the license.
  • Page 63 The BLUETOOTH® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Group Corporation and its subsidiaries is under license. Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, iPod, iPod touch, Mac, macOS and Siri are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S.

  • Page 64: What Can I Do To Solve A Problem

    For customers in Europe: https://www.sony.eu/support For customers in China: https://service.sony.com.cn For customers in other countries/regions: https://www.sony-asia.com/support If the operations above do not work, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Related Topic Restarting the speaker Initializing the speaker 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 65 AC outlet by the USB AC adaptor. This, however, does not indicate a malfunction. If such a case occurs, turn off the speaker and let the battery fully charge itself before you use the speaker. Related Topic Charging the speaker About the indicators Notes on charging 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 66 The Auto Standby function may have been activated. Turn off the Auto Standby function. Related Topic Charging the speaker Auto Standby (power saving) function 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 67 Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB100 No sound/Sound from only one speaker/Low sound level/Distorted sound/Humming or noise in the speaker output/No voice or low voice from callers Check that both the speaker and the connected device are turned on. Turn up the volume of the speaker and the connected device.
  • Page 68 Pairing and connecting with BLUETOOTH devices Listening to music of a device via a BLUETOOTH connection Selecting the quality for music playback via a BLUETOOTH connection (Codec) About the indicators Receiving a call Making a call 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 69: Sound Becomes Low While In Use

    When the ambient temperature of the speaker is high. If the sound becomes low while in use, follow the procedure below. Turn off the speaker. Charge the built-in battery sufficiently. Related Topic Charging the speaker 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 70: Unable To Pair The Speaker With A Bluetooth Device

    If the speaker is not displayed on the BLUETOOTH device, turn off the BLUETOOTH function on the device, and then turn on the BLUETOOTH function again. It may improve symptoms. Related Topic Pairing and connecting with BLUETOOTH devices About the indicators Initializing the speaker 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 71 For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the device. Select “Priority on Stable Connection (SBC)” for the BLUETOOTH connection quality of the speaker. Related Topic Selecting the quality for music playback via a BLUETOOTH connection (Codec) 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 72 Updating the pre-installed software.) After connecting 2 SRS-XB100 speakers, perform the pairing procedure between a BLUETOOTH device and the speaker of which the (BLUETOOTH) indicator is flashing in blue. Make sure that the 2 speakers to connect for the function are located within 1 m (3.2 ft) from each other.
  • Page 73 After pairing the speaker with a new device, turn off the speaker and turn it back on, and then restart the speaker. Restarting the speaker may change its volume or other settings. 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 74: Initializing The Speaker

    The speaker is initialized. Settings such as volume, etc., are restored to the default settings, and all pairing information is deleted. Note The speaker cannot be initialized while the power is off. Related Topic Pairing and connecting with BLUETOOTH devices Restarting the speaker 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 75: Specifications

    Help Guide Wireless Speaker SRS-XB100 Specifications Speaker Speaker unit Full range unit: Approx. 46 mm (1 13/16 in) dia. (1) Enclosure type Passive radiator model Microphone Type Electret condenser Directional characteristic Omni directional Effective frequency range 100 Hz – 7 000 Hz...
  • Page 76 11 Pro Max, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XS, iPhone XR, iPhone X, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 7, iPod touch (7th generation) (As of November 2022) 5-048-619-11(1) Copyright 2023 Sony Corporation...

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