Brookstone 683417 User Manual

Wireless TV Headphones
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Cautions and Warnings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Installing the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Connecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Pairing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Listening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
CAUTION
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
All of the safety and operating instructions should be read, adhered to and followed
before the unit is operated.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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CAUTION
• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. THERE ARE NO SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
The lightning flash with arrow-head symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the unit’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the unit.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
All of the safety and operating instructions should be read, adhered to and followed
before the unit is operated.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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DANGER
To reduce the risk of electric shock, burns, fire or injury:
1. Do not use while bathing or in a shower.
2. Do not place or store the unit where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.
3. Do not place in, drop or submerge in water or other liquid.
4. Do not reach for a unit that has fallen into water. Unplug it immediately.
5. Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled onto the unit.
WARNING
1. Close supervision is necessary when this product is used by or near children or mentally disabled individuals.
2. Use this unit only for its intended use as described in this manual.
3. Unplug this unit from the USB during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
4. Never drop or insert an object into any opening.
5. Protect the USB cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plug outlets and the point where it exits the unit.
6. Do not allow the USB cord to touch hot surfaces. Wrap the cord loosely around the unit when storing.
7. The unit should be situated away from direct sunlight or heat sources such
8. Never block the air openings of the unit with materials such as clothing,
9. Do not overload any electrical outlet. Use only the power source as indicated.
10. Do not carry this unit by its USB cord or use the cord as a handle.
11. Never operate this unit if it has a damaged USB cord or port, if it is not working
12. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble or attempt to repair
13. Do not operate in the presence of explosive and/or flammable fumes.
14. Never remove the USB cord from the USB port by pulling the USB cord.
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7. The unit should be situated away from direct sunlight or heat sources such as radiators, electric heaters, heat registers, stoves, or other units (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Avoid placing on top of stereo equipment that radiates heat.
8. Never block the air openings of the unit with materials such as clothing, plastic bags or papers, or place it on a soft surface such as a bed or couch, where the air openings may be blocked.
9. Do not overload any electrical outlet. Use only the power source as indicated.
10. Do not carry this unit by its USB cord or use the cord as a handle.
11. Never operate this unit if it has a damaged USB cord or port, if it is not working properly, or if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. If the unit’s USB cord or plug is damaged, do not attempt to fix it yourself.
12. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble or attempt to repair the unit. Incorrect repair can cause risk of electric shock or injury to persons when unit is used.
13. Do not operate in the presence of explosive and/or flammable fumes.
14. Never remove the USB cord from the USB port by pulling the USB cord.
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FCC INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
Digital Device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the distance between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This equipment complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
1. This equipment may not cause harmful interference.
2. This equipment must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Modifications not authorized by the manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate this device.
BATTERY PRECAUTIONS
Dispose of the old batteries properly. Do not dispose of the old batteries
Do not leave the batteries where a child or pet could play with or swallow
The batteries may explode if mistreated. Do not attempt to recharge or
Use only fresh batteries of the required size and type. Do not mix old and
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BATTERY PRECAUTIONS
• Dispose of the old batteries properly. Do not dispose of the old batteries in a fire.
• Do not leave the batteries where a child or pet could play with or swallow them. If the batteries are swallowed, contact a physician immediately.
• The batteries may explode if mistreated. Do not attempt to recharge or disassemble the batteries.
• Use only fresh batteries of the required size and type. Do not mix old and new batteries, different types of batteries, or rechargeable batteries of different capacities.
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LOCATION OF CONTROLS
1. Transmitter Power Button
2. Transmitter Connect Button
3. Transmitter USB Port
4. Transmitter DC 12V Audio In-Port
5. USB/Audio-In Select Switch
6. Adjustable Headband
7. Padded Earcup (2)
8. Battery Compartment
9. Headset Power Button/LED
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10. Headset Connect Button/ Volume Switch
11. 3.5mm Audio/Headphone Cable (not shown)
12. USB/AC Adapter (not shown)
13. USB/mini USB Cable (not shown)
14. 3.5mm Audio-to-RCA Cable (not shown)
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INSTALLING THE BATTERIE S
1. Open the BATTERY COMPARTMENT by sliding the BATTERY
2. Insert 2 AAA batteries according to the polarity indicators inside the
3. Replace the BATTERY COMPARTMENT cover, slide and snap it into
Transmitter Top
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Transmitter Back
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INSTALLING THE BATTERIE S
1. Open the BATTERY COMPARTMENT by sliding the BATTERY COMPARTMENT cover down in the direction of the arrow and removing.
2. Insert 2 AAA batteries according to the polarity indicators inside the compartment.
3. Replace the BATTERY COMPARTMENT cover, slide and snap it into place to secure.
Battery Compartment
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CONNECTING
ELECTRICAL POWER
1. Slide the USB/AUDIO-IN SWITCH on the back of the TRANSMITTER to AUDIO IN.
2. Connect your audio source (iPod® player, CD player, TV) that will work with a universal audio output, to the TRANSMITTER with the 3.5mm AUDIO/ HEADPHONE CABLE (included).
3. Connect the TRANSMITTER to the power source by plugging the USB end of the USB/mini USB CABLE into the MINI USB JACK on the TRANSMITTER. Plug the other end into the USB/AC ADAPTER.
4. Plug the USB/AC ADAPTER into a standard 110V wall outlet. The TRANSMITTERs power LED will illuminate.
PAIRING
You will need to pair the HEADPHONES and the TRANSMITTER the first time you use them with an audio source.
1. Connect the TRANSMITTER to a power source. The TRANSMITTERs power
2. Push in and hold the CONNECT button on both the HEADPHONES and the
3. Now connect the TRANSMITTER to an audio source and play an audio track.
4. When listening to this same audio source again, the HEADPHONES will
USB POWER
1. Slide the USB/AUDIO-IN SWITCH on the back of the TRANSMITTER
to USB.
2. Connect the TRANSMITTER to your computer by plugging the mini USB end of the USB/mini USB CABLE into the MINI USB JACK on the
TRANSMITTER and the other end into a USB port on your computer. The TRANSMITTERs power LED will illuminate.
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Note: The TRANSMITTER will work with only one set of HEADPHONES.
PAIRING
You will need to pair the HEADPHONES and the TRANSMITTER the first time
you use them with an audio source.
1. Connect the TRANSMITTER to a power source. The TRANSMITTERs power LED will illuminate.
2. Push in and hold the CONNECT button on both the HEADPHONES and the TRANSMITTER for 5 seconds, or until you hear a long beep. The CONNECT
button LED on the TRANSMITTER will blink fast while pairing.
3. Now connect the TRANSMITTER to an audio source and play an audio track.
Both the CONNECT button on the TRANSMITTER and the POWER button on the HEADPHONES will illuminate solid.
4. When listening to this same audio source again, the HEADPHONES will automatically pair with the TRANSMITTER connected to that audio source.
Note: The TRANSMITTER will work with only one set of HEADPHONES.
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LISTENING
USING THE TV HEADPHONES VIA RCA JACKS
1. Plug the 3.5mm AUDIO to RCA CABLE into the RCA audio jacks
on your TV and into the AUDIO JACK on the TRANSMITTER.
2. Plug the USB CABLE into the MINI USB PORT on the TRANSMITTER and the other end into the USB/AC ADAPTER.
3. Plug the USB/AC ADAPTER into a regular 110V wall outlet.
The TRANSMITTERs power LED will illuminate.
4. Slide the USB/AUDIO IN SELECT switch to AUDIO IN.
5. Turn on the TV and ensure the volume of the TV is turned all the way down.
6. Turn on the HEADPHONES by pressing the POWER button on the left ear cup.
7. Adjust the volume with the HEADSET CONNECT BUTTON/VOLUME switch.
8. Settle the HEADPHONES comfortably on your head, adjusting the length of the H EADBAND accordingly.
9. Enjoy the audio at any volume level privately, without disturbing others—even if you’re in the same room!
USING THE TV HEADPHONES VIA HEADPHONE JACK
1. Plug the 3.5mm AUDIO/HEADPHONE CABLE into the audio output
2. Plug the USB CABLE into the MINI USB PORT on the TRANSMITTER
3. Plug the USB/AC ADAPTER into a regular 110V wall outlet.
4. Slide the USB/AUDIO IN SELECT switch to AUDIO IN.
5. Turn on the TV and ensure the volume of the TV is turned all the way down.
6. Turn on the HEADPHONES by pressing the POWER button on the left
7. Adjust the volume with the HEADSET CONNECT BUTTON/VOLUME switch.
8. Settle the HEADPHONES comfortably on your head, adjusting the length
9. Enjoy the audio at any volume level privately, without disturbing
Note: The TV volume must be on at an audible level in order to hear sound through the HEADPHONES.
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USING THE TV HEADPHONES VIA HEADPHONE JACK
1. Plug the 3.5mm AUDIO/HEADPHONE CABLE into the audio output jack on your TV and into the AUDIO IN jack on the TRANSMITTER.
2. Plug the USB CABLE into the MINI USB PORT on the TRANSMITTER and the other end into the USB/AC ADAPTER.
3. Plug the USB/AC ADAPTER into a regular 110V wall outlet.
The TRANSMITTERs power LED will illuminate.
4. Slide the USB/AUDIO IN SELECT switch to AUDIO IN.
5. Turn on the TV and ensure the volume of the TV is turned all the way down.
6. Turn on the HEADPHONES by pressing the POWER button on the left ear cup.
7. Adjust the volume with the HEADSET CONNECT BUTTON/VOLUME switch.
8. Settle the HEADPHONES comfortably on your head, adjusting the length of the H EADBAND accordingly.
9. Enjoy the audio at any volume level privately, without disturbing others—even if you’re in the same room!
Note: The TV volume must be on at an audible level in order to hear sound through the HEADPHONES.
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USING THE TV HEADPHONES WITH YOUR COMPUTER
1. Plug one end of the USB CABLE into the USB PORT on your computer.
2. Plug the other end of the USB CABLE into the MINI USB PORT on the back of the TRANSMITTER.
3. Slide the USB/AUDIO IN SELECT switch to USB.
4. Turn on the computer and ensure the volume of the computer is turned all the way down.
5. Turn on the HEADPHONES by pushing the POWER button on the bottom of the left ear cup.
6. Adjust the volume with the CON NECT BUTTON/VOLUME switch.
7. Settle the HEADPHONES comfortably on your head, adjusting the length of the H EADBAND accordingly.
8. Enjoy the audio at any volume level privately, without disturbing others—even if you’re in the same room!
SPECIFICATIONS
Infrared Carrier Frequencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.4GHz
Frequency Response. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20-20kHz
Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30mm
S/N Ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .>45dB
Distortion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .<5%
Operation Range. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Up to 150 Feet
Headphone Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 x 1.5V AAA Battery
Transmitter Power Supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Standard 110V
iPod not included. iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Infrared Carrier Frequencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.4GHz
Frequency Response. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20-20kHz
Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30mm
S/N Ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .>45dB
Distortion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .<5%
Operation Range. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Up to 150 Feet
Headphone Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 x 1.5V AAA Battery
Transmitter Power Supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Standard 110V
iPod not included. iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
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Not working and/or no sound.
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Connections between the audio jack on the
TV and the transmitter
may be loose.
You may be out of range
of the transmitter.
There may be sunlight
interfering with the infrared transmission between the headphones and the transmitter.
Batteries are low.
Volume is set too
low to hear.
Check all connections.
Move to within 150 feet of the transmitter.
Move away from large windows and make sure there is no sunlight across the line of sight between the transmitter and the headphones.
Replace the batteries.
Increase the volume.
NOTES
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ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Brookstone® warrants this product against defects in materials and/or workmanship under normal use for a period of ONE (1) YEAR from the date of purchase by the original purchaser (“Warranty Period”). If a defect arises and a valid claim is received within the Warranty Period, at its option, Brookstone will either 1) repair the defect at no charge, using new or refurbished replacement parts, or 2) replace the product with a new product that is at least functionally equivalent to the original product, or
3) provide a store credit in the amount of the purchase price of the original product.
A replacement product or part, including a user-installable part installed in accordance with instructions provided by Brookstone, assumes the remaining warranty of the original product. When a product or part is exchanged, any replacement item becomes your property and the replaced item becomes Brookstone’s property. When a store credit is given, the original product must be returned to Brookstone and becomes Brookstone’s property.
Obtaining Service: To obtain warranty service, call Brookstone Limited Warranty Service at 1-800-292-9819. Please be prepared to describe the product that needs service and the nature of the problem. A purchase receipt is required. All repairs and replacements must be authorized in advance. Service options, parts availability and response times will vary. You are responsible for delivery and the cost of delivery of the product or any parts to the authorized service center for replacement, per our instructions.
Limits and Exclusions: Coverage under this Limited Warranty is limited to the United States of America, including the District of Columbia and the U.S. Territories of Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. This Limited Warranty applies only to products manufactured for Brookstone that can be identified by the “Brookstone” trademark, trade name, or logo affixed to them or their packaging. The Limited Warranty does not apply to any non-Brookstone products. Manufacturers or suppliers other than Brookstone may provide their own warranties to the purchaser,
but Brookstone, in so far as permitted by law, provides these products as is. This warranty does not apply to: a) damage caused by failure to follow instructions relating to products use or the installation of components; b) damage caused by accident, abuse, misuse, fire, floods, earthquake or other external causes; c) damage caused by service performed by anyone who is not a representative of Brookstone; d) accessories used in conjunction with a covered product; e) a product or part that has been modified to alter functionality or capability; f) items intended to be periodically replaced by the purchaser during the normal life of the product including, without limitation, batteries or light bulbs; g) any product sold as is including, without limitation, floor demonstration models and refurbished items; or h) a product that is used commercially or for a commercial purpose.
BROOKSTONE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, BROOKSTONE DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL STATUTORY OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND WARRANTIES AGAINST HIDDEN OR LATENT DEFECTS. IF BROOKSTONE CANNOT LAWFULLY DISCLAIM STATUTORY OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, THEN TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ALL SUCH WARRANTIES SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY.
Some states disallow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.
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but Brookstone, in so far as permitted by law, provides these products “as is.” This warranty does not apply to: a) damage caused by failure to follow instructions relating to product’s use or the installation of components; b) damage caused by accident, abuse, misuse, fire, floods, earthquake or other external causes; c) damage caused by service performed by anyone who is not a representative of Brookstone; d) accessories used in conjunction with a covered product; e) a product or part that has been modified to alter functionality or capability; f) items intended to be periodically replaced by the purchaser during the normal life of the product including, without limitation, batteries or light bulbs; g) any product sold “as is” including, without limitation, floor demonstration models and refurbished items; or h) a product that is used commercially or for a commercial purpose.
BROOKSTONE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, BROOKSTONE DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL STATUTORY OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND WARRANTIES AGAINST HIDDEN OR LATENT DEFECTS. IF BROOKSTONE CANNOT LAWFULLY DISCLAIM STATUTORY OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, THEN TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ALL SUCH WARRANTIES SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY.
Some states disallow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.
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