Sharper Image SNC100 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

Model: SNC100

FCC Information

FCC Part 15

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
requirements for a Class B digital device under Part 15 of the
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. These
requirements are intended 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 ha rmful 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:

• Re-orient 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 de aler or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Do not attempt to repair or modify this equipment.
Warning: Changes or modifications to this equipment not

expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Safety information

Precautions in using the headphones

• Do not use the headphones while driving an
automobile or riding a bicycle. It is dangerous,
and against the law. To avoid an accident, do
not turn up the volume of the headphones too
high while walking.

• It is not recommended that you use the
headphones at a high volume for an extended
time, as this may cause hearing damage.

Important Battery Precautions

● Use only the type of battery specified in this user
manual

● Batteries may present a risk of fire, explosion, or
chemical burn if abused. Do not try to charge a battery
that is not intended to be recharged.

● Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire. They may
explode. Check with local codes for disposal
instructions.

● Non-rechargeable batteries, such as alkaline batteries,
may leak if left in your product for a long period of time.
Remove the batteries from the product if you are not
going to use it for a month or more.

● If your product uses more than one battery, do not mix
types and make sure they are inserted correctly.
Mixing different types of batteries or inserting them
incorrectly, may cause them to leak.

● Discard any leaky or deformed battery immediately.
Leakage from battery acid can cause skin burns or
other personal injury.

● Please help to protect the environment by recycling or
disposing of batteries according to federal, state, and
local regulations.

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing The Sharper Image Noise
Cancelling Headphones.

These headphones are designed to help reduce unwanted
noise and provide high sound quality. Please read this
owner’s manual carefully before you start using the
headphones.

In the package

SML

Silicone Ear

Cushions (3 sizes)

Airplane

Adaptor Plug

Noise Cancelling

Headphones

Travel Pouch

Owner’s

Manual

Control Unit

③

①

②

1. Power Switch

2. Volume Dial

3. Power Indicator

Battery installation (battery not included)

Before using your headphones for the rst time or when the
power indicator on the control unit becomes dim, insert /
replace one (1) alkaline “AAA” size battery (not included) into
the battery compartment of the control unit.

1. Open the battery cover on the
back of the Control Unit by
sliding it in the direction of the
arrow.

2. Insert one (1) alkaline “AAA”
size battery into the battery
compartment.

3. Replace the battery cover.

NOTE: It is still possible to listen to music if the battery
dies or if there is no battery installed in the Control Unit,
but the [Power Switch] must be in the OFF position.

Close

Open

Battery cover

Using the headphones

For added comfort and noise suppression, three (3) pairs of
silicone cushions are included with your Noise Cancelling
Headphones. Choose the size that ts most comfortably in
your ears, and insert it on the headphones as shown below.

SML

Silicone ear

cushions (3 sizes)

Listening to music

Connect your headphones to an audio source and begin
playback. You may listen to music with or without turning
on the Noise Cancelling function.

1. Connect the headphones to an audio source and begin
playback.

2. Adjust the volume using the [Volume Dial] on the control
unit.

3. To activate or deactivate the Noise Cancelling feature,
slide the [Power Switch] ON or OFF.

NOTE: It is possible to listen to music with the [Power
Switch] in the OFF position.

Noise cancelling without music

Noise cancelling without music

If you plan to use your headphones for noise reduction only,
simply put on your headphones and turn the [Power

Switch] to the ON position.

NOTE: The [Volume Dial] has no eect on the noise

reduction, it’s only used to adjust the volume for audio
playback.

Specifications

Troubleshooting

No sound

If the battery in the Control Unit is dead, or if there is no

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battery installed in the Control Unit and the [Power
Switch] is in the the ON position, you will not be able to

hear any audio (music) from the headphones. Slide the
[Power Switch] to the OFF position to listen to audio
(music) without battery power.

Low Volume level

Check the [Volume Dial] on the Control Unit and adjust to

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the desired level.

Replace the battery.

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Crackling Noise / Distortion

The Noise Cancelling feature requires fresh battery power

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to work effectivly. When the installed battery is weak
distortion may occur. Replace the battery to correct the
problem.

Check the connection between the headphone jack and the

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audio source it is connected to.

Warranty information

90 Days Limited Warranty

In the unlikely event that this product is defective, or does
not perform properly, you may within ninety (90) days from
your original date of purchase return it to the authorized
service center for repair or exchange.

TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE:

• Provide proof of the date of purchase within the package
(Dated bill of sale).

• Prepay all shipping costs to the authorized service center,
and remember to insure your return.

• Include a return shipping address (no P.O. Boxes),
a telephone contact number, and the defective unit within
the package.

• Describe the defect or reason you are returning the product.

Your product will be repaired or replaced, at our option, for the same
or similar model of equal value if examination by the service center
determines this product is defective. Products received damaged
as a result of shipping will require you to file a claim with the carrier.

The shipping address of the authorized service center is:

Southern Telecom Inc.

ATTN: Returns Department

14-C 53rd Street

Brooklyn, NY 11232

Should you have any questions or problems concerning this
product, please contact our customer service department at:

1-877-768-8483 (Toll Free)

Monday - Thursday: 9AM - 5PM (EST)

Friday: 9AM - 3PM (EST)

or

via e-mail at

[e-mail]

Warranty service not provided

This warranty does not cover damage resulting from accident,
misuse, abuse, improper installation or operation, lack of reasonable
care, and unauthorized modification. This warranty is voided in
the event any unauthorized person opens, alters or repairs this
product. All products being returned to the authorized service
center for repair must be suitably packaged.

Limitation of Warranty:

• THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY
APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE) ARE
HEREBY DISCLAIMED. NO VERBAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION
GIVEN BY SOUTHERN TELECOM INC. IT’S AGENTS, OR EMPLOYEES
SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE

SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY.

• REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY

IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. SOUTHERN
TELECOM INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS
PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER
OF WARRANTIES AND LIMITED WARRANTY ARE GOVERNED
BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK. EXCEPT TO THE
EXTENT PROHIBITED BYAPPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY
PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.

Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply
to y ou. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may
have other rights that vary from state to state.

Customer Support: 1-877-768-8483 (Toll Free)

[e-mail]

Made In China • Designed In USA

Distributed by: Southern Telecom Inc. Brooklyn, NY 11232

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