Sony DRBT10CX User Manual

2-698-598-41(1)

Wireless Stereo Headset

Operating Instructions Manual de instrucciones

DR-BT10CX

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WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.

To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. And do not place lighted candles on the apparatus.

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

Connect the AC power adaptor to an easily accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the AC power adaptor, disconnect it from the AC outlet immediately.

For the customers in the USA

Owner’s Record

The model number is located at the side of the unit, and the serial number is located inside the holding clip. Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DR-BT10CX Serial No.

Information

This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules and RSS-Gen of IC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

This equipment must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for uncontrolled equipment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that it is deemed to comply without testing of specific absorption ratio (SAR).

The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.

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For the customers in the USA and Canada

RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES

Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you. For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/

Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries.

Pour les utilisateurs au Canada Informations

Cet appareil est conforme à la section 15 de la réglementation FCC ainsi qu’à la RSS-Gen de la réglementation IC. Son utilisation est autorisée seulement aux conditions suivantes : (1) il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et (2) l’utilisateur du dispositif doit être prêt à accepter tout brouillage radioeléctrique reçu, même si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif.

Vous devez savoir que tout changement ou toute modification non expressément approuvé dans ce mode d’emploi risque d’annuler votre pouvoir d’utiliser cet appareil.

Cet émetteur est conforme aux limitations concernant l’exposition aux radiations établies par la FCC/IC définies dans un environnement non contrôlé ainsi qu’aux directives relatives à l’exposition aux fréquences radio (RF) FCC du supplément C du bulletin OET65 et au règlement RSS-102 relatif à l’exposition aux radiofréquences (RF) IC. Cet équipement présente des niveaux d’énergie RF très bas considérés comme conformes et ne nécessite pas de test du débit d’absorption spécifique (SAR).

Table Of Contents

Welcome! .......................... 4

3 steps to BLUETOOTH

function ................................. 5

Location and Function of

Parts............................... 6

Charging the unit ............. 7

Pairing ............................... 9

What is pairing? ........................ 9

Procedures of pairing ................ 9

Wearing the headset ...... 11

Indications of

BLUETOOTH function

Listening to music ......... 13

Calling ............................. 15

Controlling the BLUETOOTH

mobile phone – HFP, HSP .. 17

Calling while playing

back music .................. 18

Disposing of the unit ..... 19

Precautions .................... 20

What is BLUETOOTH

technology? ................ 22

Troubleshooting ............. 23

Initializing the unit ......... 24

Specifications ................. 25

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Welcome!

Thank you for purchasing this Sony Wireless Stereo Headset. This unit uses BLUETOOTHTM wireless technology.

• You can enjoy music from your BLUETOOTH device capable of transmitting music.

• You can enjoy hands-free talking with your BLUETOOTH mobile phone inside your bag.

• You can charge the unit using the supplied battery charging stand.

For details on BLUETOOTH technology, see page 22.

Talking on the phone

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Enjoy listening to music

3 steps to BLUETOOTH function

Pairing (each device)

First, register (“pair”) a BLUETOOTH device (mobile phone, etc.) and this unit with each other. Once pairing is established, there is no need for pairing again.

BLUETOOTH mobile phone, etc.

Listening to music

BLUETOOTH connection

Operate the BLUETOOTH device to make BLUETOOTH connection.

Connection

Pairing

BLUETOOTH connection

When the unit is turned on, the unit starts making the BLUETOOTH connection to the recognized mobile phone automatically.

Connection

Wireless Stereo Headset

Calling

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A2DP HFP HSP

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Listening to music

You can listen to music played on the BLUETOOTH device.

Music

Talking on the phone

You can make and receive a call by operating unit.

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Voice

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GETTING STARTED

Location and Function of Parts

1 Multi function button

Controls various call functions.

2 Indicator (red)

Indicates the power status of the unit.

3 Indicator (blue)

Indicates the communication status of the unit.

4 POWER button 5 Earpieces

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6 VOL – button 7 VOL + button 8 Microphone 9 RESET button 0 Holding clip

Adjust the holding clip to the desired angle and clip to your pocket or collar.

qa Contact point

Charging the unit

The unit contains a rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery, which should be charged before using for the first time.

1 Connect the supplied

AC power adaptor with the battery charging stand.

Battery charging stand (supplied)

(Rear)

AC power adaptor (supplied)

2 Connect the supplied

AC power adaptor to an AC outlet.

To an AC outlet

Battery charging stand (supplied)

3 Put the unit on the

battery charging stand.

Wireless Stereo Headset

Contact pin

Note

If the holding clip is turned, the unit cannot be set on the battery charging stand and charging does not start. Turn the holding clip back to the original position before charging.

Rest the unit on the battery charging stand so that the unit’s contact point meets the contact pin on the battery charging stand, and make sure that the indicator (red) lights up.

Charging is completed in about 3 hours* and the indicator (red) goes off automatically.

* Time required for empty battery to

recharge.

Tip

When charging the battery, the unit is turned off automatically.

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Caution

If this unit detects a problem while charging, the indicator (red) may turn off, although charging is not complete. Check for the following causes:

– Ambient temperature exceeds the range

of 0 °C – 40 °C (32 °F – 104 °F).

– There is a problem with the battery.

In this case, charge again within the above-mentioned temperature range. If the problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Notes

• If the battery is not used for a long time,

battery may be quickly depleted, however, after a few recharges, battery life will improve.

• If the life of the built-in rechargeable

battery drops to half the normal length, the battery should be replaced. Consult your nearest Sony dealer for replacement of the rechargeable battery.

• Avoid exposure to temperature

extremes, direct sunlight, moisture, sand, dust or mechanical shock. Never leave in a car parked in the sun.

• Use only the supplied AC power

adaptor. Do not use any other AC power adaptor.

Usage hours

Status

Approx. usage hours

Communication

11 hours time (including music playback time) (up to)

Standby time

100 hours (up to)

* Time stated above may vary, depending

on ambient temperature or conditions of use.

Checking the remaining battery

When pressing the POWER button while the unit is turned on, the indicator (red) flashes. You can check the remaining battery by the number of times the indicator (red) flashes.

Indicator (red)

3 times 2 times 1 time

Note

You cannot check the remaining battery immediately after the unit is turned on, or while pairing.

Status

Full Mid Low

(needs to charge)

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When the battery is almost empty

The indicator (red) flashes slowly automatically. When the battery becomes empty, a beep sounds and the unit will turn off automatically.

Pairing

What is pairing?

BLUETOOTH devices need to be “paired” with each other beforehand. Once BLUETOOTH devices are paired, there is no need for pairing again, except in the following cases:

• When pairing information is deleted after repair, etc.

• When this unit is paired with 9 or more devices. This unit can be paired with 8 BLUETOOTH devices; if a new device is paired after 8 devices have been paired, the device whose latest connection time is the oldest among the 8 paired devices is replaced by the new one.

• When recognition of the unit by the device to be connected is deleted.

• When this unit is initialized. All pairing information is deleted.

Procedures of pairing

1 Place the connecting

device within 1 m (3 ft) of this unit.

2 Press and hold the

POWER button for 7 seconds or more to standby for pairing while the unit is turned off.

Notes

• After about 3 seconds, power is turned on and the indicator (blue) and indicator (red) flash together twice. Keep the button pressed without releasing until both indicators start flashing together, then release the button. This unit enters into pairing mode.

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If pairing is not established within about 5 minutes, pairing mode will be canceled and this unit will turn off. In this case, start over from step 1.

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3 Perform pairing

procedure on the connecting device to detect this unit.

The list of detected devices appears on the display of the connecting device. This unit is displayed as “DR-BT10CX.”

Note

If “DR-BT10CX” is not displayed, repeat from step 1.

4 Select “DR-BT10CX” on

the display of the connecting device.

5 If Passcode* input is

required on the display of a connecting device, input “0000.”

Pairing is complete when the indicator (blue) flashes slowly. The message standing for “Pairing complete” appears on the display of some BLUETOOTH devices.

* Passcode may be called

“Passkey,” “PIN code,” “PIN number,” or “Password.”

Note

Passcode of this unit is fixed at “0000.” This unit cannot be paired with a BLUETOOTH device whose Passcode is not “0000.”

6 Start the BLUETOOTH

connection from the BLUETOOTH device.

This unit memorizes the device as the latest connected device. Some BLUETOOTH devices may connect with the unit automatically when pairing is complete.

When pairing with a BLUETOOTH device that cannot display a list of detected devices or that has no display

You may pair the device by setting both this unit and the connecting device to pairing mode. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the connecting device.

Tips

• To pair with other BLUETOOTH devices, repeat steps 1 to 5 for each device.

• To delete all pairing information, see “Initializing the unit” (page 24).

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Wearing the headset

Wear the earpiece marked R in your right ear and the one marked

L in your left ear.

1 Turn the holding clip to the

desired angle and clip to your pocket or collar.

How to install the earbuds correctly

If the earbuds do not fit your ears correctly, low-bass sound may not be heard. To enjoy better sound quality, adjust the earbuds position to sit on your ears comfortably or push them into the inside of your ears so that they fit your ears snugly. If the earbuds do not fit your ears, try ones of other size.

How to use the holder

Store the earpieces. It prevents the cord from tangling if you store the earbuds.

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Indications of BLUETOOTH function

B : Indicator (blue) R : Indicator (red)

Status Flashing patterns

Searching

Pairing

Connectable

Connecting

HFP/HSP or A2DP

(with no voice or music)

HFP/HSP and A2DP

(with no voice or music)

Connected

Listening

Music

Incoming call

Talking

Phone

Calling while playing back music

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OPERATING THE UNIT

Listening to music

VOL – button

Check the following before operating the unit.

– The BLUETOOTH device is

turned on.

–

Pairing of this unit and the BLUETOOTH device is complete.

– The BLUETOOTH device

supports the transmitting music function (profile: A2DP).

1 Press and hold the

POWER button for about 3 seconds while the unit is turned off.

The indicator (blue) and indicator (red) flash together twice and the unit is turned on.

Note

Do not press and hold the POWER button for more than 7 seconds, otherwise pairing mode is entered.

2 Make the BLUETOOTH

connection (A2DP) from a BLUETOOTH device to this unit.

Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the BLUETOOTH device on how to operate it.

POWER button VOL + button

Multi function button

3 Start playback on the

BLUETOOTH device.

Notes

• When you play music by connecting the unit to a BLUETOOTH device using HSP (Headset Profile)*, sound quality will not be high. For better sound, change the BLUETOOTH connection to A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)* by operating the BLUETOOTH device.

• This unit cannot control music playback functions of the connected device.

* For detail on profiles, see page 22.

To adjust the volume

While playing music, you can adjust the volume using the VOL button of this unit.

Tips

• When the volume level is low, raise the volume of the connected device. The sound will be clearer.

• Volume level for listening to music and calling can be set independently.

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Operation of the multi function button

You can control the unit by using the multi function button.

Use the multi function button as follows:

Status

In stop mode In play mode

1 Connects with BLUETOOTH

mobile phone, etc.*

2 Receives a telephone call* 3 Rejects a telephone call*

* It is available when connecting the

BLUETOOTH mobile phone to this unit with the BLUETOOTH connection of HFP (Hands-free Profile) or HSP (Headset Profile). For details on profiles, see page 22.

Notes

• You cannot adjust the volume of the BLUETOOTH device by the unit VOL buttons.

• Operation of the BLUETOOTH connecting device by this unit will vary depending on its specification.

Press

once and hold

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1 3

To stop use

1 Terminate the

BLUETOOTH connection by operating the BLUETOOTH device.

2 Press and hold the

POWER button for about 3 seconds.

The indicator (blue) and indicator (red) light up together, and the unit turns off.

Tip

When you finish playing music, the BLUETOOTH connection may terminate automatically, depending on the BLUETOOTH device.

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Calling

VOL – button

Check the following before operating the unit.

– The BLUETOOTH function is

active on the mobile phone.

– Pairing of this unit and the

BLUETOOTH mobile phone is complete.

1 Press and hold the

POWER button for about 3 seconds while the unit is turned off.

The indicator (blue) and indicator (red) flash together twice, the unit turns on and then this unit automatically connects to the last BLUETOOTH mobile phone that was used.

Note

Do not press and hold the POWER button for more than 7 seconds, otherwise pairing mode is entered.

When you want to connect the unit to a different BLUETOOTH mobile phone from the last time, follow the procedure in “When this unit does not connect to a BLUETOOTH mobile phone automatically.”

POWER button VOL + button

Multi function button

When this unit does not connect to a BLUETOOTH mobile phone automatically

1 Make the BLUETOOTH

connection (HFP or HSP) from the BLUETOOTH mobile phone to this unit.

Refer to the manual supplied with your BLUETOOTH mobile phone for operation details. The list of recognized devices appears on the display of the BLUETOOTH mobile phone. This unit is displayed as “DR-BT10CX.” When you use the BLUETOOTH mobile phone features both HFP (Hands-free Profile) and HSP (Headset Profile)*, set to HFP.

* For details on profiles, see page

22.

Note

When listening to music by operating this unit connected to a BLUETOOTH mobile phone, make the BLUETOOTH connection by operating the BLUETOOTH mobile phone. This cannot be done with the multi function button.

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To call

1 Use the buttons on your

mobile phone when making a call.

If no sound is heard through this unit, press the multi function button.

Tip

You can call in the following way, depending on the BLUETOOTH mobile phone. Refer to the manual supplied with your mobile phone on operating details.

– When not communicating, you can call

using the voice-dial function by pressing the multi function button.

– You can call a specific number by

pressing the multi function button for about 2 seconds.

To receive a call

When the telephone is ringing, ring tone will be heard through the unit.

1 Press the multi function

button on the unit.

The ring tone differs in the following ways, depending on your mobile phone.

– ring tone set on the unit – ring tone set on the mobile

phone

– ring tone set on the mobile

phone only for BLUETOOTH connection

Note

If you pressed the call button on the BLUETOOTH mobile phone, some BLUETOOTH mobile phones may have handset use priority. In this case, set to talk with the unit by pressing and holding the multi function button for about 2 seconds, or by operating the BLUETOOTH mobile phone. For details, refer to the manual supplied with your BLUETOOTH mobile phone.

To adjust the volume

Push the VOL button to adjust the volume.

Tips

• You cannot adjust the volume when not communicating.

• Volume level for calling and listening to music can be set independently.

To terminate a call

You can end a call by pressing the multi function button on the unit.

To stop use

1 Terminate BLUETOOTH

connection by the BLUETOOTH mobile phone.

2 Press and hold the

POWER button for about 3 seconds to turn off the power.

The indicator (blue) and indicator (red) light up together, and the unit turns off.

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