The Sony WH-1000XM5 headsets, like the WH-1000XM4, allow you to connect two devices simultaneously. However, this feature is turned off by default and needs to be enabled manually.
If you’re looking to connect your Sony XM5 headsets to two devices, you’re in the right place. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about the multiple device support on the Sony XM5.
Open the Sony Headphones Connect app, connect your XM5 headset, go to Device Settings, System tab, enable dual-device connection, and enjoy simultaneous connectivity.
How to Connect Sony WH-1000XM5 With Two Devices
To activate multi-device support feature, you’ll need to manually turn it on through the Sony Headphones Connect app. If you haven’t already installed the app on your device, you’ll need to do so first.
Step 1: Launch the Sony Headphones Connect app on your iPhone or Android smartphone and connect your XM5 headsets to your primary device.
Step 2: Tap on the Device Settings option.
Step 3: Go to the System tab and enable the toggle for connecting to two devices at once.
Step 4: You can now connect your headsets to two devices simultaneously.
That’s all there is to it.
Return to the home screen of the Sony Headphones Connect app and tap on the ‘Connected Devices’ settings. You will see both connected devices listed, allowing you to choose the one you want to stream audio from.
How XM5 Headset Multipoint Bluetooth Support Works
With Bluetooth Multipoint support, the Sony XM5 headsets allow you to connect to two devices at the same time. This feature proves incredibly useful when you’re enjoying music on your laptop while also taking calls on your smartphone. It ensures a smooth transition between devices without any disruption.
When music or video is playing on both devices, you can easily switch between them by using the Sony | Headphones Connect app. Simply navigate to the app and select the connected device you wish to switch to from the multi-device support option.
Another way to switch music playback between two devices is by pausing the music on one device. Once paused, the audio from the second device will automatically play. Similarly, if you pause the audio on the second device, the music from the first device will begin playing.
Regardless of which device is playing music, you’ll still receive call notifications from both connected smartphones. When a call comes in, you can answer it from either phone.
If you’re using Android devices, you might encounter a limitation – Multipoint connectivity doesn’t support the high-quality LDAC Bluetooth codec. However, if you’re within the Apple ecosystem, this won’t be an issue, as Apple devices do not support LDAC.
If you have any further questions about multipoint Bluetooth support on the Sony XM5 headsets, feel free to leave your queries in the comment box.