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MONOPRICE
Bluetooth® Over-the-Ear Headphones
with External Speakers
Model 15276
User's Manual
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SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES
This device is intended for indoor use only.
Do not expose this device to water or moisture of any kind. If moisture does get in
or on the device, immediately power it off and do not reapply power until it has
been fully dried.
Do not expose this device to excessively high temperatures. Do not place it in, on,
or near heat sources, such as a fireplace, stove, radiator, etc. Do not leave it in direct
sunlight.
This device contains a Lithium rechargeable battery. Dispose of this device only in
accordance with local, state, or federal regulations for electronic waste.
Charge the battery before first use and at least once every three months.
Clean using a soft, dry cloth only. Do not use chemical cleaners, solvents, or
detergents. For stubborn deposits, moisten the cloth with warm water.
This device has no user serviceable parts. Do not attempt to open, service, or
modify this device.
Do not use this device while operating a motor vehicle, heavy equipment, walking
in traffic, or any other situation in which situational awareness is a key to safety.
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing these Bluetooth® Over-the Ear Headphones with External
Speakers!
These headphones feature a wireless Bluetooth connection, which allows you to listen to
music without being tethered to your phone or mp3 player. Each earpiece contains both a
headphone driver and an external speaker driver, which can be switched on to use the
headphones as Bluetooth speakers. A built-in microphone allows you to safely make and
receive phone calls without having to manipulate or hold your phone. The built-in
rechargeable battery provides up to 8 hours of continuous playback or phone usage time.
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FEATURES
Bluetooth® v4.1 with A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, and HFP profiles
Switchable headphone and external speaker drivers
Built-in microphone for hands-free phone use
1000mAh rechargeable battery provides up to 30 hours of continuous headphone
operation or up to 3 hours of continuous speaker operation
3.5mm line in jack for wired operation
Battery power level shown on iOS® devices
Automatically powers off after 5 minutes of inactivity
CUSTOMER SERVICE
The Monoprice Customer Service department is dedicated to ensuring that your ordering,
purchasing, and delivery experience is second to none. If you have any problem with your
order, please give us an opportunity to make it right. You can contact a Monoprice
Customer Service representative through the Live Chat link on our website
www.monoprice.com during normal business hours (Mon-Fri: 5am-7pm PT, Sat-Sun: 9am-
6pm PT) or via email at support@monoprice.com
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Please take an inventory of the package contents to ensure you have all the items listed
below. If anything is missing or damaged, please contact Monoprice.
1x Bluetooth® over-the-ear headphones with external speakers
1x Micro USB charging cable
1x User's manual
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
1. External Speaker LED Indicator
2. Headphone/External Speaker
Switch
3. LED Indicator
4. Multifunction Button
5. Vol+ Button
6. Vol- Button
7. Micro USB Charging Port
8. External Speakers
9. Line In 3.5mm TRS Jack
10. Microphone
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LED INDICATOR STATES
LED Indication
Function
Red blinking
The battery power level is low. Recharge the battery.
Red solid
Battery charging is in progress.
Blue solid
Battery charging is complete. Disconnect the Micro
USB charging cable.
Blue blinking slowly
The headphones are connected to the Bluetooth®
audio source.
Blue blinking quickly
The headphones are not connected to the Bluetooth
audio source.
Red and Blue blinking alternately
The headphones are in Bluetooth pairing mode.
CHARGING
The headphones should be fully charged before first use and should be charged at least
once every three months, even if they are unused during that period of time. Perform the
following steps to charge the headphones.
1. Plug the included Micro USB cable into the Micro USB charging port, then plug the
other end into a USB power source (e.g., computer port, wall charger, battery pack,
etc.). The LED will glow Red while charging is in progress.
2. Once the headphones are fully charged, the LED will change to Blue. Unplug the
Micro USB charging cable from the headphones and from the USB power source.
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POWER
Press and hold the Multifunction button until the LED flashes Blue to power the
headphones on.
Press and hold the Multifunction button until the LED glows Red to power the
headphones off.
BLUETOOTH® PAIRING
Perform the following steps to pair the headphones with your phone or other Bluetooth
audio source.
1. Ensure that the headphones are powered off.
2. Press and hold the Multifunction button until the LED starts blinking alternately Red
and Blue.
3. Open the Bluetooth settings on your phone and scan for nearby Bluetooth
connections.
4. Locate and select the MP15276 entry. If prompted for a passcode, enter 0000 (four
zeroes).
UNPAIRING
With the headphones powered on, simultaneously press and hold both the Vol+ and Vol-
buttons until the LED flashes Red and Blue to clear any existing Bluetooth pairings.
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AUDIO PLAYBACK CONTROL
Momentarily press the Multifunction button to pause or resume audio playback.
Momentarily press the Vol- button to decrease the volume for audio playback and
phone calls.
Momentarily press the Vol+ button increase the volume for audio playback and
phone calls.
Press and hold the Vol- button for about 3 seconds to skip back to the beginning of
the current track. If already at the beginning, it will skip back to the beginning of the
previous track.
Press and hold the Vol+ button for about 3 seconds to skip forward to the
beginning of the next track.
PHONE CONTROL
When an incoming call is received, audio playback will automatically pause and a
ring tone will sound. When the call is either rejected or terminated, audio playback
will automatically resume.
When an incoming call is received, momentarily press the Multifunction button to
answer the call.
When an incoming call is received, press and hold the Multifunction button for
about 2 seconds to reject the call.
While a call is in progress, momentarily press the Multifunction button to terminate
the call.
Without a call in progress or an incoming call, momentarily press the Multifunction
button twice to redial the last number dialed.
Without a call in progress or an incoming call, press and hold the Multifunction
button for about 1 second to activate voice dialing. Note that your phone must also
support this feature.
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EXTERNAL SPEAKERS
In addition to the headphone drivers, these headphones feature external speaker drivers,
which allow you to share your music with other people in the room. To use the external
speaker drivers instead of the headphone drivers, slide the Headphone/External Speaker
switch to the Speaker On position. The adjacent LED will glow Blue.
To return to headphone operation, slide the switch to the Headphone position. The
adjacent LED will turn off.
LINE IN
To use these headphones with a non-Bluetooth® device, plug one end of a 3.5mm TRS
audio cable (not included) into the Line In jack on the headphones, then plug the other end
into the headphone output of your audio device. Whenever a cable is connected, the
Bluetooth radio is disabled.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Monoprice is pleased to provide free, live, online technical support to assist you with any
questions you may have about installation, setup, troubleshooting, or product
recommendations. If you ever need assistance with your new product, please come online
to talk to one of our friendly and knowledgeable Tech Support Associates. Technical
support is available through the online chat button on our website www.monoprice.com
during regular business hours, 7 days a week. You can also get assistance through email by
sending a message to tech@monoprice.com
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SPECIFICATIONS
Model
15276
Bluetooth® IC
CSR 8635
Bluetooth Version
4.1
Bluetooth Profiles
A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP
Bluetooth Range
Up to 32 feet (10 meters)
Bluetooth Carrier Frequency
2402 ~ 2480 MHz
Battery
1000mAh Lithium-ion
Battery Charge Cycles
300 times (discharged ≥ 80%)
Battery Operating Time
Up to 30 hours for headphone mode
Up to 3 hours for speaker mode
Charging Time
About 2 hours, depending on charging current
Driver Size
40mm
Nominal Headphone Rated Power
100mW
Headphone Frequency Response
100Hz ~ 9kHz
Headphone Sensitivity
113dB ±3dB
Headphone Impedance
32 ohms
Nominal Speaker Rated Power
3W
Speaker Frequency Response
180Hz ~ 13kHz
Speaker Sensitivity
89dB ±3dB
Speaker Impedance
4 ohms
Microphone Sensitivity
-38dB ±3dB
Operating Temperature
+23 ~ +113°F (-5 ~ +45°C)
Storage Temperature
-40 ~ +158°F (-40 ~ +70°C)
Weight
About 7.9 oz. (225 g)
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REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
Notice for FCC
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Modifying the equipment without Monoprice’s authorization may result in the equipment
no longer complying with FCC requirements for Class B digital devices. In that event, your
right to use the equipment may be limited by FCC regulations, and you may be required to
correct any interference to radio or television communications at your own expense.
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 separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into 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.
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Radio Notice for FCC
Caution
This FCC Part 15 radio device operates on a non-interference basis with other devices
operating at this frequency. Any changes or modification to said product not expressly
approved by Monoprice, including the use of non-approved antennas, could void the user’s
authority to operate this device.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Notice for Industry Canada
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
EU Declaration of Conformity
We, Monoprice Inc., declare that the radio equipment is in compliance with Radio
Equipment Directive (RED) 2014/53/EU.
The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available at the following internet
address:
https://www.monoprice.com/product?c_id=120&cp_id=12001&cs_id=1082708&p_id=15276
&seq=1&format=2
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WEEE Information
User Information for Consumer Products Covered by EU Directive 2012/19/EU on Waste
Electric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
This document contains important information for users with regards to the proper
disposal and recycling of Monoprice products. Consumers are required to comply with this
notice for all electronic products bearing the following symbol:
Environmental Information for Customers in the European Union
European Directive 2012/19/EU requires that the equipment bearing this symbol on the
product and/or its packaging must not be disposed of with unsorted municipal waste. The
symbol indicates that this product should be disposed of separately from regular household
waste streams. It is your responsibility to dispose of this and other electric and electronic
equipment via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or local
authorities. Correct disposal and recycling will help prevent potential negative consequences
to the environment and human health. For more detailed information about the disposal of
your old equipment, please contact your local authorities, waste disposal service, or the
shop where you purchased the product.
To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
IOS® is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and other countries and is
used under license.
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