H2O Audio XL, MD, SM, LG, XS User Manual

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About Your Waterproof Microphone

The Surge Contect Waterproof Headset combines our patented waterproof headphone technology with an inline waterproof microphone, allowing you to stay connected in any enviroment. When paired with an Amphibx Waterproof Armband and phone, the waterproof microphone allows you to make and receive phone calls while surfing, swimming, wakeboarding, running, etc.

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About Your Headset

H2O Audio’s patented waterproof headphone technology ensures that no matter how many laps you swim, miles you run, or gallons you sweat, the Surge Contact Waterproof Headset will continue to deliver high definition sound in and out of the water.

Surge Contact Waterproof Headset feature a wide variety of earplug sizes and styles designed to isolate ambient noise and create a watertight seal.

Includes:

• 5 pair of blue elastomer earplugs: XS, SM, MD (Installed), LG, and XL

The insides of the blue elastomer earplugs are labeled to aid in identification. Flip them inside out to identify sizes.

XS SM MD LG XL

Achieving the Best Fit

To get the best performance out of your Surge Waterproof Headset it helps to take the time to ensure a proper fit. We encourage you to experiment with different earplug sizes, styles, and angle of insertion until you find the combination that sounds and fits best.

Here are a few tips we’ve discovered through feedback from our customers:

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Push the earplugs into your ear canals far enough to establish a secure fit but not so far they become uncomfortable.

A tighter seal may be achieved by pulling your upper ear back while inserting the

• earplugs.

You may find it preferable to use different size earplugs for each ear.

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For optimal in water performance, the earplugs should completely seal your ear canals:

Insert earplugs before your ears get wet to achieve the best watertight seal.

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Larger size earplugs may be preferable during active and/or in water use as they may

• offer more contact with the ear and a tighter seal.

Additional tips for swimmers:

Wrapping the headphone cables around your swim goggle straps before placing them in

• your ears can help secure a better fit.

The headphones may stay in place more easily if they are tucked underneath a swim cap.

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For more earplug options check out the Pro Fit Kit, which includes nine sets of earplugs in various styles and sizes, purchased separately at www.H2OAudio.com.

Maintaining Your Headphones

Your H2O Audio Surge Headphones are completely waterproof. After any activity involving heavy perspiration, in-water usage, or inclement weather, you can rinse off your headphones with clean water and let them air dry for your next use.

FAQs

1. What happens if my Waterproof Headphones fall out of my ears while in the water?

The Surge Contact Waterproof Headset is 100% waterproof and can be exposed/submerged in water for an unlimited amount of time. If the headphones come out of your ears and fall into the water, simply shake or blow off any water that remains in the earplug to ensure the best sound experience.

Product Specifications

Driver Type

Driver Size

Frequency Response

Impedance

Max Input Power

Plug Type

Cable Length

Depth Rating

Warranty

Microphone Type

Directivity

Headphone Specifications

Dynamic (NdFeB)

8mm

18 – 20,000Hz @ 1mW

16 Ω

5mW

3.5mm gold plated

3.9ft

12ft

1 Year

Microphone Specifications

Electret Condenser (ECM)

Omni-directional

Safety Information

Please read this manual carefully. If you have any questions please contact H2O Audio Customer Service prior to use.

Improper use of this system may cause the user to make mistakes or decisions that may lead to serious injury or death.

Always make sure to have the audio player volume turned to zero and the headphones turned away from the ears when turning on the audio player. If the volume level is not zero when the audio player is turned on, it may cause ear injury due to a sudden burst of volume. The volume should be slowly increased with an audio track playing to set the speaker volume to comfortable output levels prior to positioning the headphones next to the ears. Hearing experts advise against continuously loud and extended play. If you experience ringing in your ears, reduce volume or discontinue use.

It can be potentially dangerous to use headphones while engaging in activities that require your full attention. You should exercise extreme caution or discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations. Do not use the headphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in some areas. Those users that elect to utilize this system at, or near, the water’s surface, must maintain safety awareness of moving water crafts

WARNING: Earplugs should always be used.

WARNING: Contains small parts which may be a choking hazard. Not suitable for children

under 3 years old.

WARNING: This product contains magnetic material.

1 Year Limited Warranty

H2O Audio’s 1 year limited warranty covers defects in materials and/or workmanship of all H2O Audio product 1 year from date of original purchase. This warranty does not apply to any products which have been neglected, altered, abused, used for a purpose other than the one for which they were manufactured, repaired by customer or any party without H2O Audio’s written authorization, or used in any manner inconsistent with H2O Audio’s instructions. Please refer to the care and maintenance instructions for more details. Product Manuals are available for download on the H2O Audio website as well as packaged with the product.

Products must be purchased from an Authorized Dealer. The product limited warranty is not valid for product purchased through an unauthorized source. For a directory of H2O Audio Authorized Dealers, please visit the store locator section on the company website. If you have questions as to whether or not a dealer is authorized, please contact Customer Support.

H2O Audio will, at its sole discretion and without charging the customer, repair or replace any product components that fail in normal use during the limited warranty period. The customer will be responsible for the cost of shipping the product to H2O Audio. H2O Audio will pay the cost of returning the repaired or replacement product to the customer. In no event will H2O Audio’s liability to customer exceed the purchase price of the specific product subject to the warranty claim.

The warranty is valid only for the original owner who purchases the unit from an authorized dealer. Transfers are not qualified for warranty protection.

H2O Audio reserves the right to replace any out-of-stock, discontinued, or limited edition product with a comparable product. Discontinued products may not be available for warranty replacement.

TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THIS WARRANTY IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL H2O AUDIO BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, PUNITIVE, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, PERSONAL PROPERTY CLAIMS REGARDING THIRD PARTY PRODUCTS, OR SPECIAL DAMAGES, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER A CLAIM FOR SUCH DAMAGES IS BASED ON WARRANTY, CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE.

Return Authorization

Prior to any return, a Return Authorization (RA) number must be obtained. To receive an RA number, go online to www.h2oaudio.com/ra and follow the instructions on how to return a product. Proof of purchase from an Authorized Dealer will be required.

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