Nad Viso-HP20-English Owners Manual

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VISO HP20

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Owner’s Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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OSHA GUIDELINES FOR NOISE EXPOSURE LIMITS

The Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) has issued
headphone usage recommendations for maximum daily exposure and
sound pressure levels [measured in decibels (dB)]. A decibel is a unit
of sound measurement that increases exponentially with volume. For
example, conversational speech is typically around 60dB, and a rock
concert in a stadium is often about 110dB.

90dB 8 hours

95dB 4 hours

100dB 2 hours

105dB 1 hour

110dB 30 minutes

115dB 15 minutes

120dB Avoid as damage may occur

FCC NOTICE

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.

CAUTION

Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved
by NAD Electronics for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate this equipment.

NOTES ON ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

At the end of its useful life, this product must not be disposed
of with regular household waste but must be returned to a
collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment. The symbol on the product, user’s manual and

packaging point this out.

The materials can be reused in accordance with their markings. Through
re-use, recycling of raw materials, or other forms of recycling of old
products, you are making an important contribution to the protection of
our environment.

Your local administrative office can advise you of the responsible waste
disposal point.

WARNING!

• Warnings or announcements may be unnoticed when you are
using the headphones. You should be aware of ambient sounds
while wearing the headphones, and recognize them as needed.

• Long-term exposure to loud music may cause permanent hearing
damage.

• Do not attempt to modify this product as it could result in
personal injury and/or product failure.

• If water or other foreign substances permeate inside the device,
fire or electric shock may result.

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INTRODUCTION

The NAD VISO HP20 In-Ear Headphones have been designed to bring
the warm, open sound of live performances directly to your personal
headphone experience.

Designed and driven by audiophiles, NAD VISO HP20 is made specifically
for digital natives who understand the difference what clean, crisp
sound makes to music lovers.

The NAD VISO HP20 benefits from true headphone innovation that lets
you sense the music around you, feel every beat, and hear a more open
soundstage.

We hope you will read through this owner’s guide to help assure that
you are getting the most out of your new NAD VISO headphones.

For warranty information contact your local distributor.

NAD SHALL NOT BE HELD LIABLE FOR ANY TECHNICAL OR USER
INTERFACE DISCREPANCIES IN THIS MANUAL.

THE VISO HP20 OWNER’S MANUAL MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. CHECK OUT THE NAD WEBSITE FOR THE
LATEST VERSION OF THE VISO HP20 OWNER’S MANUAL.

WHAT’S INSIDE THE BOX

Packed with your VISO HP20 you will find:

• Replaceable gel inserts in 5 sizes

• Mini-accessory travel pouch

• Cable clip

• 3.5 to ¼ inch headphone adaptor

• Airline adaptor

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