Monster MC128954, 128954-00 User Manual

IMPORTANT Monster® Performance
and Safety Tips

Listen Responsibly

To avoid hearing damage, make sure that the volume on
your music player is turned down before connecting
your headphones. After placing headphones in your ears,
gradually turn up the volume until you reach a comfortable
listening level.

Noise levels are measured in decibels (dB), exposure to any
noise at or above 85 dB can cause gradual hearing loss.

Monitor your use; hearing loss is a function of loudness
versus time. The louder it is, the less time you can be exposed
to it. The softer it is, the more time you can listen to it. Refer
to the chart* on the following page.

This decibel (dB) table compares some common sounds and
shows how they rank in potential harm to hearing.

SOUND NOISE LEVEL

EFFECT

(dB)

Whisper 30 Very quiet

Quiet Office 50-60 Comfortable hearing

levels are under 60 dB

Vacuum Cleaner,
Hair Dryer

70 Intrusive; interferes with

telephone conversations

Food Blender 85-90 85 dB is the level at

which hearing damage
(8 hrs.) begins

Garbage Truck,
Cement Mixer

100 No more than 15

minutes of unprotected
exposure recommended
for sounds between
90-100 dB

Power
Saw, Drill/
Jackhammer

110 Regular exposure to

sound over 100 dB of
more than 1 minute risks
permanent hearing loss

Rock Concerts
(varies)

* Chart information obtained from http://www.nidcd.nih.gov/health/

education/teachers/common_sounds.asp

110-140 Threshold of pain begins

around 125dB

“… a typical person can safely listen to an iPod for 4.6

hours per day at 70% volume.”

“… knowing the levels one is listening to music at,

and for how long is extremely important.”

From http:/ /www.cbc.ca/health/story/2006 /10/19/
music-earphones.html

Get the most out of your equipment and enjoy great
audio performance even at safe levels. Our headphones
will allow you to hear more details at lower volume
levels than ever before.

Physiology of the Ear and Hearing

For additional information on what loud noises do to your ear and
chart reference http://www.abelard.org/ hear/hear.php#loud-music

Use Responsibly

Do not use headphones when it’s unsafe to do so – while
operating a vehicle, crossing streets, or during any activity
or in an environment where your full attention to your
surroundings is required.

It‘s dangerous to drive while wearing headphones, and in
many places, illegal because it decreases your chances of
hearing life-saving sounds outside of your vehicle, such as
another car’s horn and emergency vehicle sirens.

Please avoid wearing your headphones while driving. Use
one of Monster’s FM transmitters to listen to your mobile
media devices instead.

If you are using iSport while participating in watersports like
boating, waterskiing, and jetskiing, make sure to obey all
waterway laws and heed all caution and safety warnings.

Learn how to establish a safe listening level and review other
important safety guidelines from the Consumer Electronics
Association at www.ce.org and the Deafness Research
Foundation at www.drf.org.

Eartip Selection:
Vital to Sound Quality
and Comfort

The tips on the ends of your
iSport In-Ear Speakers™ make
the difference between good
sound and great sound. With
the right fit, you’ll get better
isolation from unwanted outside
noise, increased bass response,

better tonal balance and the
headphones will stay in your ears better. Of course, the right
fit will also feel more comfortable. Because everyone's ears
are unique, Monster supplies several sizes and designs of
eartips. Getting the perfect fit with the correct tip is a matter
of experimentation. Try out all the eartips included with your
iSport headphones to find the best fit for the size and shape
of your ear canal.

Monster recommends that you try the smallest tip first and
work upwards in size until you find a comfortable fit that has
a good seal and also stays in your ears without falling out.
Also try different style tips to see which works best for you.

Left and Right Speakers

There are Red and Blue colored
bands and “L” and “R” markings
on each earpiece. “L” with the Blue
band is for the left ear. “R” with
the Red band is for the right ear.

Right and Left Ear Hooks

The first letter denotes which ear
to place it in (right ear or left ear).
The second letter denotes size.
Experiment with the different sizes
included to determine your ideal fit.

Proper Insertion and
Removal of Ear Hooks

1. Attach ear hook part to headphone.
You’ll know it’s attached properly
once you hear it click into place.
(see image to the left)

2. Before placing the right earphone
in the right ear, hold the body of
the ear hook with the thumb and
middle finger of your right hand.

3. Using your index finger, press
down on the ear hook.

4. Insert the right earphone into the ear canal of your right ear.

5. Let go of the ear hook and it will spring into place, lodging
itself alongside the ridge in between your ear canal and
your outer ear.

6. DO NOT insert the earphone so
deeply that your ear canal feels
completely plugged. Note, the ear pipe
on the inside of the headphone adjusts
360o so you can rotate your earphones
to find the optimal seal.

7. Repeat this procedure for your left ear.

8. To remove your earphones, simply grip the body of the ear

hook using your thumb and middle finger. Again, using your
index finger, press and hold down the ear hook and remove
the earphone straight from your ear canal.

iSport™ Eartip Fit Testing

A good way to gauge whether or not the eartip is sealing
properly in your ear canal is by snapping your fingers right next
to your ear. If the seal is proper, your ear will not feel “plugged,”
yet the snapping of your fingers will sound dull and distant.
If you hear your finger snaps distinctly, the seal is probably
not adequate. If the sound of your finger snapping is dull and
distant, but your ear feels plugged up, like you’re on an airplane
preparing to land, then you’ve over-inserted the eartip.

Using iSport™ in the Water

iSport headphones are designed and engineered
for use with water sports, but not at depth:

– Good for swimming, surfing, jet skiing
– Not intended for deep sea diving

Used underwater at too great a depth for too long a time
can cause water to enter the headphone and damage it,
voiding the warranty.

Cleaning the Eartips

Keeping your iSport eartips clean is essential for safe,
hygienic use.

1. Firmly grip the eartip with one hand and the earphone
with the other. Carefully remove the eartip from
the eartube.

2. Use warm water and mild soap on a damp cloth

to remove dirt and earwax from the eartip.
DO NOT use harsh cleaning agents.

Life is too short to listen to bad headphones.

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“iSport,” the iSport logo, “Monster,” the Monster logo, “ControlTalk,” the
ControlTalk logo, the RoHS logo, Immersion, Magnetic FluxTube, Life
is too short to listen to bad headphones., Because the Music Matters,

the product and packaging are trademarks or registered trademarks

of Monster Cable Products, Inc. or its subsidiaries in the United States

or other countries. Product may vary from images shown. BlackBerry

is a trademark of Research in Motion Limited. iPad, iPhone, iPod,

iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod shuffle, and iPod touch are trademarks

of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. “Made for
iPod,” “Made for iPhone,” and “Made for iPad” mean that an electronic
accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, iPhone,
or iPad, respectively, and has been cer tified by the developer to meet

Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible

for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and

regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with

iPod, iPhone, or iPad may affect wireless performance.

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3. Rinse and completely dry your eartips before placing
them back on your iSport.

4. Carefully push the eartips back onto the iSport, making
sure they are on the eartube completely

Using The Cable Management Clip

The Cable Management Clip is designed to control the cable
and keep it out of your way, reduce accidental pulling of the
in-ear speakers from your ears, and keep the cable weight
off the in-ear speakers so they stay snug and in place
in your ears.

1. Put iSport In-Ear Speaker™ into your ears, as you usually
would when listening.

2. Attach the Cable Management
Clip onto your shirt around the
chest or collar area, wherever
is most convenient for the shirt
you’re wearing.

3. Grab the cable above the Cable

upward, sliding it through the clip to create enough slack
between the in-ear speakers and clip to allow for head
movement and to take the stress off the in-ear speakers.

Management Clip and pull it slightly

Using The Cable Slider

For further cable management,
iSport® comes with a Cable Slider.
The Cable Slider is designed to
reduce tangles during storage,
as well as work in tandem with
the Cable Management Clip to
eliminate sway and bounce while
in use.

During use, push the slider about
halfway between the V where
the cable split, and the in-ear
speakers, then adjust for your
personal comfort. This will keep the
cables in a more compact position,
reducing bounce and sway.

To use for the purpose of reducing tangles during storage,
push the Cable Slider all the way up to the in-ear speakers
before putting your iSport away. Simply push the Cable Slider
back down when ready for use.

ControlTalk™ Feature

iSport™ has a built-in Monster®
ControlTalk feature for use with music
phones and iPod.®* The ControlTalk
cable has a call answer button and
microphone so you can easily switch
between listening to music and talking
on your phone. It also features music
and video playback control for iPod,
iPhone® and iPad.

*Th e remote an d mic are sup ported o nly

by iPo d nano (4t h generat ion and la ter),

(2n d generat ion and la ter), i Phone 3G S, iPhone 4 , iPad, an d iPad 2.
The r emote is su pport ed by iPod sh uffle ( 3rd gene ration a nd later) .
Audi o is suppor ted by all i Pod model s. Support for Blackberry®
vari es by model. S ubject to c hange. Fi nd complet e music pho ne
compatibility : monstercable.com/mp 3/controltalkworks

Using ControlTalk

iPod cl assic (12 0GB, 16 0GB) , iPod tou ch

™

Answer or end a call: Press and release the center button
once to answer. Repeat to end the call.

Decline an incoming call: Press and hold the center button
for two seconds, then release. There will be two beeps when
you let go to indicate successful operation.

®

Using call waiting: To switch to an incoming call and put
an in-progress call on hold, press and release the center
button. Repeat to switch back to the previous call and put
the newer call on hold. To switch to an incoming call and
end an in-progress call, press and hold the center button
for two seconds. You will hear two low beeps when you
let go to indicate successful operation.

Play or pause a song or video: Press and release the center
button. Repeat to resume.

Skip to the next or previous song or chapter: Press and
release the center button twice quickly to skip forward.
Press and release three times quickly to skip back.

Scan forward or backward through a song or video: In quick
succession, press and release, then press and hold the center
button to scan forward. In quick succession, press and release
twice, then press and hold the center button to scan backward.
Release when you want to stop scanning.

Control volume: Press the ( ) button to increase volume.
Press the ( ) button to decrease volume.

Functionality will vary by device. For more
information on functionality for your device,
please visit http://www.monstercable.com/mp3/
controltalkworks

Care and Storage

• When not in use, always store your iSport® In-Ear
Speakers™ in the protective case provided.

• Keep case closed, and store in a clean, dry environment.

• Do not store other items in the case, as this may result

in damage or contamination.

• Avoid storage in extreme heat or cold.

• Avoid exposure to abrasive liquids

and extreme temperatures.

• Never pull on cable to disconnect

Yes

iSport In-Ear Speakers from music
player. Grasp the plug at the end of
the cable and pull to disconnect.

iSport “Break-in”

Break in time for headphones? We’re
kidding, right? No we’re not. Like any
high performance product, whether it's
cars or headphones, they’re mechanical
devices that settle in after use. Your new in-ear speakers
will sound incredible out of the box, but will “mellow” out
after use and sound even better. We recommend playing
them for 8 hours. After 20 hours of playing, they should be
fully broken in. Enjoy.

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LIMITED WARRANTY FOR CONSUMERS

Monster, LLC., 7251 West Lake Mead Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89128, USA, [PLEASE NOTE
THAT MONSTER DOES NOT ACCEPT PRODUCTS SHIPPED TO THIS ADDRESS – FOLLOW
INSTRUCTIONS IN “HOW TO MAKE A CLAIM” BELOW] [phone] (“Monster”)

extends You this Limited Warranty. Statutory or common law may provide You with
additional rights or remedies, which shall not be affected by this Limited Warranty.

DEFINITIONS

“Adequate Use” means use of the Product (i) within a home or dwelling, (ii) for private

(as opposed to commercial) purposes, (iii) in conformance with all applicable local, state
or federal law, code or regulations (including without limitation building and/or electrical
codes), (iv) in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and/or instructions in
the materials and documentation that accompany the Product, and (v) if applicable, with
proper electrical grounding.

“Authorized Dealer” means any distributor, reseller or retailer that (i) was duly authorized
to do business in the jurisdiction where it sold the Product to You, (ii) was permitted to sell
You the Product under the laws of the jurisdiction where You bought the Product, and (iii)
sold You the Product new and in its original packaging.

“Formal Warranty Claim” means a claim made in accordance with the section “Formal
Warranty Claims” herein.

“Product” means a Product (i) that is listed in the Specifications Table below, (ii) that You
bought from an Authorized Dealer new and in its original packaging, and (iii) whose serial
number, if any, has not been removed, altered, or defaced.

“Product Defect” means an inadequacy of the Product that existed at the time when
You received the Product from an Authorized Dealer and that causes a failure of the
Product to perform in accordance with Monster’s documentation accompanying the
Product, unless such failure has been caused completely or partly by (a) any use other
than Adequate Use, (b) transportation, neglect, misuse or abuse by anyone other than
Monster’s employees; (c) alteration, tampering or modification of the product by anyone
other than a Monster employee; (d) accident (other than a malfunction that would
otherwise qualify as a Product Defect); (e) maintenance or service of the Product by
anyone other than a Monster employee; (f) exposure of the Product to heat, bright light,
sun, liquids, sand or other contaminants; or (g) acts outside the control of Monster,
including without limitation acts of God, fire, storms, earthquake or flood.

“Warranty Period” means the time period during which Monster must have received
Your Formal Warranty Claim. The different Warranty Periods related to Product Defects
are defined in the Specifications Table below. The Warranty Period commences on
the date when You purchased or received (whichever occurs later) the Product from
an Authorized Dealer as evidenced by the Authorized Dealer’s invoice, sales receipt
or packing slip. If You do not have written proof of the date of purchase or receipt, then

the Warranty Period commences three (3) months after the date when the Product
left Monster’s or its factory as evidenced by Monster’s records. The Warranty Period
ends after the time defined in the Specifications Table has expired or after You have
transferred ownership of the Product, whichever occurs earlier. Also, You must call
Monster and obtain a Return Authorization Number (as described under “How to Make
a Claim”) within two (2) months after You discover a Product Defect (or should have
discovered it, if such Product Defect was obvious).

“You” means the first individual person that purchased the Product in its original
packaging from an Authorized Dealer. This Limited Warranty does not apply to persons
or entities that bought the Product (i) in used or unpackaged form, (ii) for resale, lease
or other commercial use, or (iii) from someone other than an Authorized Dealer.

SCOPE OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY

PRODUCTS. If a Product contained a Product Defect when You bought it from an

Authorized Dealer and Monster receives a Formal Warranty Claim from You within
two (2) months after You discover such Product Defect (or should have discovered it,
if such Product Defect was obvious) and before the end of the Warranty Period for
Product Defects applicable to the affected Product, then Monster will provide You with
one of the following remedies: Monster will (1) repair or, at Monster’s sole discretion,
replace the Product, or (2) refund to You the purchase price You paid to the Authorized
Dealer for the affected Product if repair or replacement is not commercially practicable
or cannot be timely made. NOTE: MONSTER DOES NOT ASSUME ANY LIABILITY
FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGES UNDER THIS
LIMITED WARRANTY.

GENERAL PROVISIONS

CHOICE OF LAW/JURISDICTION. This Limited Warranty and any disputes arising out

of or in connection with this Limited Warranty (“Disputes”) shall be governed by the
laws of the State of California, USA, excluding conflicts of law principles and excluding
the Convention for the International Sale of Goods. The courts located in the State of
California, USA shall have exclusive jurisdiction over any Disputes.

OTHER RIGHTS. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND
YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE AND
JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION, AND WHICH SHALL NOT BE AFFECTED BY THIS
LIMITED WARRANTY. THIS WARRANTY EXTENDS ONLY TO YOU AND CANNOT BE
TRANSFERRED OR ASSIGNED. If any provision of this Limited Warranty is unlawful,
void or unenforceable, that provision shall be deemed severable and shall not affect
any remaining provisions. In case of any inconsistency between the English and other
versions of this Limited Warranty, the English version shall prevail.

REGISTRATION. Please register Your Product at www.monstercable.com/register.
Failure to register will not diminish Your warranty rights.

SPECIFICATIONS TABLE

Product Model Warranty Period for Product

MH ISRT2 IE BL CT One (1) year

MH ISRT IE BK CT One (1) year

MH ISRT IE YE CT One (1) year

FORMAL WARRANTY CLAIM

HOW TO MAKE A CLAIM. In the event damage has occurred to Products, You must follow

these instructions: (1) Call Monster within two (2) months after You discover a Product
Defect (or should have discovered it, if such Product Defect was obvious); (2) Give a
detailed explanation of how the damage occurred; (3) Obtain a Return Authorization
Number; (4) Upon receipt of a claim form (which may be sent to You after You filed
Your Formal Warranty Claim), fill out the claim form entirely; (5) Return the Products,
shipping prepaid by You (to be refunded if You are entitled to a remedy under the Scope
of this Limited Warranty), to Monster for verification of damage, along with a copy of
Your original sales receipts and proof of purchase (UPC label or packing slip) for such
Products, the completed claim form, and printed Return Authorization Number on the
outside of the return package (the claim form will include instructions for return).

TELEPHONE NUMBERS. If you bought the product in the United States, Latin America,
or Asia Pacific, contact Monster, LLC (455 Valley Drive, Brisbane, CA 94005) at 1 877
800-8989. If you bought the product anywhere else, contact Monster Technology
International Ltd., Ballymaley Business Park, Ennis, Co. Clare, Ireland. You can write or
use one of the following telephone numbers: Canada 866-348-4171, Ireland 353 65 68
69 354, Austria 0800-296-482, Belgium 0800-79201,Czech Republic 800-142471, Denmark
8088-2128, Finland 800-112768, France 0800-918201, Germany 0800-1819388, Greece
00800-353-12008, Italy 800-871-479, Netherlands 0800-0228919, Norway 800-10906, Russia
810-800-20051353, Spain 900-982-909, Sweden 020-792650, Switzerland 0800-834659,
United Kingdom 0800-0569520

FURTHER PROCEEDINGS. Monster will determine whether a Product Defect existed.
Monster may, at its discretion, direct You to obtain a repair estimate at a service center.
If a repair estimate is required, You will be instructed on how to properly submit the
estimate and the resulting invoice to Monster for payment. Any fees for repairs may be
negotiated by Monster.

TIMING. If You bring a Formal Warranty Claim and fully comply with all terms and
conditions of this Limited Warranty, Monster will use its best efforts to provide You with a
remedy within thirty (30) days after receipt of Your Formal Warranty Claim (if You reside in
the United States - forty-five (45) days if You reside elsewhere), unless obstacles outside
Monster’s control delay the process.

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