Sony dash HID-B7 User manual

HOME Screen and Controls
The HOME screen can show an
app channel, a clock, the weather,
a photo viewer, or a music player
depending on the theme you
selected.
To Change the Theme
Press the MENU/SNOOZE button at
the top of your dash to display the
command bar, and tap , and then
tap the theme you want to display.
About the Command Bar
Press the MENU/SNOOZE button to
bring up the command bar. From
the command bar, you can operate
or set your dash by tapping a menu
item or icon.
Hint
By pressing the MENU/SNOOZE
button (and tapping the HOME icon
if the command bar is displayed), you
can return to the HOME screen from
any other screen.
Hint
By pressing the MENU/SNOOZE
button (and tapping the HOME icon
if the command bar is displayed), you
can return to the HOME screen from
any other screen.
Command Bar
Main MENU
Theme Selector
App Selector
Display Settings
Sleep Timer
Night Mode
Muting On/Off
Audio Player
HOME
Battery Status (HID-B70 only)
Set Alarms and Clocks
To Set up Alarms
Press the MENU/SNOOZE button
to display the command bar, and
then tap MENU - Clock & Weather
- Alarms.
Once the alarm setting screen is
displayed, you can set a basic alarm.
A basic alarm allows you to set up a
repeating alarm. The alarm you set
will repeat every day until you turn
off that alarm.
In the event of a power failure the
alarm functions will not work until the
power is restored. When you use the
HID-B70, the alarm functions will work
if there is battery power remaining.
Hints
The MENU/SNOOZE button acts as
a snooze button when an alarm is
active.
By tapping Advanced on the alarm
setting screen, you can set advanced
alarms.
Hints
The MENU/SNOOZE button acts as
a snooze button when an alarm is
active.
By tapping Advanced on the alarm
setting screen, you can set advanced
alarms.
To Set up Clocks
Press the MENU/SNOOZE button to display the command bar, and then tap
MENU - Clock & Weather - Time/Date.
You can set up two clocks for different time zones.
Add Apps and Edit Channels
What are Apps?
Apps are mini-applications that run
on your dash.
By adding new apps, you can
customize your dash.
What is a Channel?
A channel is a customized playlist of
apps that you can edit/create.
You can select a channel to be
displayed on your dash.
Here we explain how to add new
apps to your dash and display them.
Step1: Selecting the Channel
to Add Apps to
1 Press the MENU/SNOOZE button
to display the command bar.
2 Tap MENU - Themes & Apps
- Edit Channels.
3 Tap the channel to which you
want to add apps.
Hint
You can create a new channel by
tapping New.
Step2: Adding Apps to the
Channel
1 Tap Add Apps.
2 Tap the category, and then tap
the app you want to add to the
channel.
3 Tap Add.
Step3: Selecting the Channel
to be Displayed
1 Press the MENU/SNOOZE button
to display the command bar.
2 Tap MENU - Themes & Apps
- Change Channels.
3 Tap the channel you want to
display on your dash.
4 Tap Set.
Now the apps you have added are
displayed on your dash.
Hints
You can also add apps to a channel by tapping on the command bar, selecting
the channel from the dropdown list on the upper-right corner of the screen, and
then tapping Add Apps.
To delete apps from a channel, after step 3 of“Step 1: Selecting the Channel to Add
Apps to,”tap the app you want to delete, and then tap Delete.
To customize the title or duration of time the app is to be played, after step 3 of
“Step 1: Selecting the Channel to Add Apps to,” tap the desired app, and then tap
Customize.
To rearrange the order in which apps appear, go to www.sony.com/mydash, and
edit the channels from the website.
Add Apps and Edit Channels (continued)
Information Alarm Clock
HID-B70/B7
Quick Start Guide

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Welcome FAQ, Registration, and Support
Helpful Hints and
Troubleshooting
If you are unable to establish a
reliable connection to your wireless
network, please check the following
items.
Check to make sure the wireless
router is ON.
Check to make sure the wireless
router is connected to the Internet.
Check to make sure the network
settings are correct.
Check to make sure your dash
is located near the router so it
receives a strong wireless signal.
Note on Disposing of your dash
Before disposing of your dash or
transferring it to somebody else,
make sure to unregister the dash
beforehand.
To unregister your dash, press
the MENU/SNOOZE button to
display the command bar, and tap
MENU - System - Device info, and
then tap Unregister on the screen
displayed.
Registration and Support
You can also register your device
from a computer.
To register your device, visit:
http://www.sony.com/mydash
For further assistance and FAQs visit:
http://www.sony.com/dashsupport
or call Sony at the following number:
For customers in the U.S.A.:
1-866-918-2485
Parts and Controls
Checking Supplied
Accessories
dash Information Alarm Clock
(HID-B70/B7) (1)
Cord Holder (HID-B70 only) (1)
AC Power Adaptor (1)
Quick Start Guide (1)
Important Information Guide (1)
Limited Warranty Card (1)
End User License Agreement (1)
Notes
The dash (HID-B70 only) has a built-
in battery that allows you to move
it from one room in your home to
another without turning off the
power. The battery power lasts long
enough for you to plug it into a
power source at the new location.
The screen orientation
automatically flips when
your dash is moved to
the horizontal position.
Tap the touchscreen with your
fingertip to control it.
Initial Setup
To set up your dash, you need a wireless network connected
to the Internet.
If your access point supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup), you can set up the wireless
network connection using WPS.
If the access point does not support WPS, you need to know your access point SSID
(network name) and passphrase (security key) to set up the wireless network connection.
2 Press the (on/standby) button
to turn on your dash.
3 Watch the tutorial video played
back automatically.
4 Follow the instruction on the
screen to perform the calibration.
5 Select your zone from the cities
listed.
6 Follow the steps on the screen
to connect your dash to your
wireless network.
If your access point supports WPS,
you can use WPS to set up the
wireless network connection.
If the access point does not
support WPS, select your network
by its SSID, and enter the required
passphrase.
Initial Setup (continued)
7 Set a question that must be
answered correctly to prevent
your dash settings from being
changed by other people.
8 Follow the steps on the screen to
register your dash.
9 Select the theme you want to
display from the list.
Hint
Themes determine the background,
layout, and features of the HOME
screen. You can select a different
theme at any time.
Once connected, you may be
prompted to undergo a software
update. It is recommended that you
accept the update. The initial update
may take from 10 to 30 minutes,
depending on your network
connection.
Hint
You can also register your dash from the following website.
http://www.sony.com/mydash
Now the setup of your dash is complete.
On the reverse side of this Quick Start Guide, you can see how to use alarms
or add apps.
For more detailed information or tips on advanced use of your dash, visit the
online help guide.
http://www.sony.com/dashsupport
MENU/SNOOZE
Button
(on/standby)
Button*
VOL (Volume)
+/– Buttons
USB Port
Headphone Jack
Touchscreen
Power/Standby
Indicator
DC IN Jack
RESET Button
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Notes
A wall socket should be as close as possible to your dash and easily accessible.
Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and
furniture.
1 Connect your dash to an AC
outlet using the supplied AC
power adaptor.
Thank you for choosing the dash™ Information Alarm Clock.
Please understand the overview of dash.
Alarm & Weather
Simply glance to check time and weather
forecast.
Free App
You can download more than 1,000 free
Apps and enjoy each function.
You need to register your dash to
download Apps.
Music & Photo
You can enjoy a variety of internet radio
and photo on the internet.
Personalize
You can customize the contents your dash
shows and set channel according to your
lifestyle.
DC IN jack
AC adaptor
To an AC outlet
Cord Holder
(HID-B70 only)
* To put your dash into the
standby mode, hold the
(on/standby) button
until the screen turns off.