Using the BLUETOOTH standby function

When the BLUETOOTH standby function is turned on, the speaker turns on automatically by operating a BLUETOOTH device, and starts the BLUETOOTH connection.

Before operating the speaker, note the following: 

  • The BLUETOOTH standby function is available only when the speaker is connected to an AC outlet via a USB AC adaptor (commercially available), or when connected to a booted computer. When the speaker is being powered by the built-in battery only, the BLUETOOTH standby function is not available.
  • Pair the speaker with a BLUETOOTH device in advance. If pairing information is not stored in the speaker, such as when the speaker is used for the first time after purchase, the speaker will not enter the BLUETOOTH standby mode.
  1. Connect the speaker to an AC outlet via a USB AC adaptor (commercially available), or connect it to a booted computer.
  2. Turn on the speaker.

    The (power) indicator lights up in white*.

    * Depending on the Sound Mode, the color of the (power) indicator varies. For details, refer to the following topic.
    About the indicators

  3. Tap [Music Center] on your smartphone, iPhone, etc. to start up the application.

    Music Center

  4. Tap [SRS-XB21].

  5. Tap [Settings].

  6. Tap [Power Option].
  7. Tap [Bluetooth Standby].
  8. Tap [ON] to set the BLUETOOTH standby mode to on.

To turn off the BLUETOOTH standby function

Perform steps to again to turn off the BLUETOOTH standby function.

Hint

  • When the BLUETOOTH standby function is activated, the (power) indicator lights up in orange while the speaker is turned off.