Sony RDP-X500IP User manual

Fill the room with booming bass and crisp highs with this Sony speaker dock for iPod®,
iPhone® and iPad®. Wrapped with a beautifully modern nish, the RDP-X500iP adds a
sophisticated look to your room while delivering innovative sound technologies. The
built-in subwoofer, Clear Phase™ DSP and groundbreaking damperless speakers work in
concert to provide an unbelievable audio experience.
Sleek, modern design
A premium design with stainless steel accents adds style to any home but also provides acoustic emphasis where
it counts: dynamic audio performance.
Flexible dock connector
Built for iPod®, iPhone® and now iPad®, the RDP-X500IP exible dock enables power supply, battery charging,
music/movie playback, and remote control when docked – no adaptors required.1 You can even dock without
removing your case!
Magnetic Fluid Speakers
A groundbreaking innovation. Rather than using speakers with a conventional damper, the RDP-X500iP speaker
units capitalize on a damperless Magnetic Fluid that deliver higher sound pressure with less distortion than
traditional speakers.
Explosive Bass
Dual Passive Radiators and a built-in subwoofer create robust, room-lling sound with explosive bass response.
S-MASTER™ Digital Amplication
Amplication gets you closer to the music with high performance audio output.
Clear Phase
Sony unique Clear Phase™ linear phase correction circuitry ensures reduced distortion and increased sound
presence, making your music crisp and clear.
Free App available
The available Dock App (D-Sappli) enables expanded functionality. It oers a large clock display, and adds
tremendous value with a Sound Equalizer that lets you adjust the sound settings to your liking.
Other sources welcome
Remarkable sound from this speaker dock is available from more sources than just your iPod®/iPhone®/iPad®. An
auxiliary audio input lets you connect other music sources to the speaker dock for easy access to your music
(cable included).
Simple, intuitive remote control
Control your iPod®/iPhone®/iPad®1 or iPad from across the room with the included full-function wireless remote
control.
Specications
Audio
Frequency Response 100 -10,000 Hz
Impedance Satellite: 8 Ohms
Subwoofer: 4 Ohms
Sound Enhancer Selectable Audio Emphasis via D-Sappli App: ROCK/POP/JAZZ/VOCAL/FLAT
General
Output 15 W + 15 W + 30 W (at no more than 10% harmonic distortion)
Inputs and Outputs
Audio In Audio In jack (3.5 mm stereo minijack)
RDP-X500IP Dock for iPod®/iPhone®1/iPad®

1. Compatible with iPod touch® 2nd through 4th generation, iPod nano® 3rd through 6th generation, iPod
classic®, iPhone® 3G, 3GS and 4, iPad, and iPad 2.
© 2011 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written
permission is prohibited. Sony, S-Master, and ClearPhase are trademarks of Sony. iPod, iPhone, and
iPad are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. All other trademarks are
trademarks of their respective owners. Features and specications are subject to change without notice.
Non-metric weights and measures are approximate and may vary. /Updated: September 9, 2011
Digital Audio Input(s)
Works with:
iPhone®
iPhone 3G
iPhone 3GS
iPhone 4
iPod® 5th generation (video)
iPod classic
iPod nano® 3rd (video), 4th (video), 5th (video camera), and 6th generation
iPod touch® 1st & 2nd generation
iPad 1st and 2nd generation.
Input(s) iPod 30-pin Interface
Power
Input Voltage DC IN 19.5 V
Speaker
Woofer Size(s) Satellite: Approximately 1 15/16 inches (4.8 cm) diameter
Woofer: Approximately 3 5/8 inches (9.0 cm) diameter
Weights and Measurements
Dimensions (Approx.) Approximately 15 7/8 inches x 7 inches x 6 3/8 inches (401 mm x 176 mm x 160 mm (w/h/d))
Weight (Approx.) Approximately 6 lb 15 oz. (3.15 kg)
Accessories
Supplied Accessories
AC Power Adaptor (1)
AC Power Cord (1)
Remote Commander (1)
CR2025 Lithium battery (1) Pre-installed in the remote commander for trial use.