Sony MDR-RF5000K User Manual

2-650-249-11(1)

Wireless Stereo Headphone System

Operating Instructions

Mode d’emploi

Manual de instrucciones

MDR-RF5000K

WARNING

NOTICE FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE U.S.A.

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

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

For the customers in the USA

Owner’s Record

The model number is located at the bottom of the transmitter and the left inner side of the headband. The serial number is located at the bottom of the transmitter and the inner side of the battery compartment. Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. MDR-RF5000K

Transmitter TMR-RF5000 Headphones MDR-RF5000

Serial No.

Transmitter Headphones

NOTE

The transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. The transmitter complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for uncontrolled equipment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65. The transmitter should be installed and operated with at least 20 cm and more between the radiator and person’s body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and legs).

NOTE

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.

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

For the customers in the Canada

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 the device.

The transmitter complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for uncontrolled equipment and meets RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. The transmitter should be installed and operated with at least 20 cm and more between the radiator and person’s body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and legs).

For the customers in the USA and Canada

RECYCLING NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE BATTERIES

Table Of Contents

Main Features .............................. 4

Nickel Metal Hydride 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 1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/

Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking Nickel Metal Hydride batteries.

Checking the Components and

Accessories ................................ 5

Location and Function of Parts ... 6

Front Panel of the Transmitter .......... 6

Rear Panel of the Transmitter ............ 7

Headphone Part Descriptions ........... 8

Charging the Supplied

Rechargeable Nickel-metal

Hydride battery ........................ 9

Inserting the supplied rechargeable

nickel-metal hydride battery .........

Charging............................................. 10

Checking the battery power ............ 12

Using the headphones with alkaline

batteries (sold separately) ............

Connecting the Headphone

System ..................................... 14

Connecting the transmitter to

analog components .......................

Connecting the transmitter to

digital components .......................

Listening to a Connected

Component ............................. 17

Using Additional Headphones.. 21

Replacing the Ear Pads .............. 22

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

Precautions................................. 27

Specifications ............................. 28

Main Features

The MDR-RF5000K is a wireless stereo headphone system using 2.4 GHz wireless digital transmission*

• The MDR-RF5000K is a wireless headphone system using 2.4 GHz wireless digital transmission.

• Wireless transmission means you can use these headphones anywhere indoors without worrying about things getting in the way. (Range: Up to approx. 30m)*

• Battery is automatically charged by placing the headphones on the transmitter.

• Self-adjusting mechanism headband eliminating the need for adjustment.

• The number of dedicated headphones (MDR-RF5000, sold separately) can be increased to let more people listen in to the same sound.

“SYNIC Intelligent Wireless” is a trademark of Syncomm Technology Corp. to represent uncompressed digital radio frequency transmission technology. This technology employs a radio frequency carrier, by which audio signals are transmitted with minimum delay and high fidelity.

Transmission distance varies depending on conditions of use.

1 Preparation

Checking the Components and Accessories

Before setting up the system, check that all of the components are included.

Wireless stereo headphones MDR-RF5000 (1)Transmitter TMR-RF5000 (1)

AC power adaptor (1) Rechargeable nickel-metal hydride battery

Connecting cable (stereo mini plug y pin plug × 2), 1 m (1)

BP-HP2000 (1)

Unimatch plug adaptor (stereo mini jack y stereo phone plug) (1)

Preparation

Location and Function of Parts

Front Panel of the Transmitter

1 Contact pin 2 Charging lever 3 INPUT SELECT switch

Slide to select the input source (DIGITAL/ANALOG).

CHG RF

4 CHG indicator

Lights red while charging.

5 RF indicator

Lights blue while emitting RF signals.

Preparation

Rear Panel of the Transmitter

LLINE IN

TUNE/ID SET

0dB -8dB

12 3 456

ATT

DIGITAL IN DIGITAL OUT

DC IN 9V

(THROUGH)

1 TUNE/ID SET button

(See pages 19 and 21 for details.) Use this button when reception deteriorates, or when using additional headphones.

2 ATT (attenuator) switch

Set this switch to “0 dB” if the volume is too low for analog input. Normally, this switch should be set to “–8 dB.”

3 LINE IN jacks

(See page 14 for details.)

Connect the audio output jacks on an audio or video component (sold separately), such as a video cassette player or TV, to these jacks.

4 DIGITAL IN jack

(See page 15 for details.)

Connect a DVD device, digital satellite/ TV receiver, or other digital component (sold separately) to this jack.

5 DIGITAL OUT jack

(See page 15 for details.)

Connected components' digital signal integrity retained when installed.

6 DC IN 9V jack

Connect the supplied AC power adaptor to this jack. (Be sure to use the supplied AC power adaptor. Using products with a different plug polarity or other characteristics can cause a malfunction.)

Preparation

Headphone Part Descriptions

T U N E

/ I D S

E T

/ I

1 Ear pad (left) 2 Contact point 3 Battery case

This battery case is for the rechargeable nickel-metal hydride battery (supplied) or commercially available (size AA) alkaline batteries only.

4 Self-adjusting band

The headphones automatically turn on when you put them on.

5 Ear pad (right)

Preparation

6 TUNE/ID SET button

(See pages 19 and 21 for details.) Use this button when reception deteriorates, or when using additional headphones.

7 VOL (Volume) control

Use to adjust the volume.

8 POWER indicator

By pulling up the self-adjusting band, the indicator lights blue when battery power remains.

Charging the Supplied Rechargeable

Nickel-metal Hydride battery

The supplied rechargeable nickel-metal hydride battery is not charged from the first time you use it. Be sure to charge it before use. To charge the headphones, place them on the transmitter.

Inserting the supplied rechargeable nickelmetal hydride battery

1 Open the battery compartment lid

of the left housing.

The battery compartment lid comes off.

Left housing

2 Insert the supplied rechargeable nickel-

metal hydride battery into the battery compartment, matching the 3 terminal on the battery to the 3 mark in the compartment.

Do not attempt to charge any other kind of battery with this unit.

Note

The battery compartment has a tab on the # side which holds the battery in place. Insert the # terminal first when installing the battery.

3 Close the battery compartment lid.

Preparation

Charging

1 If your AC power adaptor is equipped with an on/off switch, set it to ON.

The power is supplied to the transmitter.

On/off switch

2 Connect the supplied AC power adaptor to the transmitter.

To an AC outlet

Transmitter

To DC IN 9V jack

Notes

• Be sure to use the supplied AC power adaptor. Using AC adaptors with different plug polarity or other characteristics can cause product failure.

AC power adaptor (supplied)

Unified polarity plug

• Be sure to always use the supplied AC power adaptor. Even AC power adaptors having the same voltage and plug polarity can damage this product due to the current capacity or other factors.

Preparation

3 Rest the headphones on the transmitter so that the headphones’ contact

point meets the transmitter’s contact pin, and make sure that the CHG indicator lights up.

It takes approx. 3 hours to fully charge the battery (the CHG indicator goes off when charging is complete). When placing the headphones on the transmitter, be sure to hold them with both hands so that the right and left housings are horizontal, and place the headphones vertically on the transmitter. The charging lever is pushed down and the contact pin comes up. When the transmitter’s contact pin meets the headphones’ contact point, the CHG indicator lights up.

Contact point

Charging lever

Contact pin CHG

Left housing

Right housing

indicator

If the CHG indicator is not lit

• Be sure to close the battery compartment lid. The battery charge function is not activated when the lid is not fully closed.

• Check if the right and left headphones are rested on the transmitter correctly.

• The indicator will not light up if the headphones’ contact point does not meet the transmitter’s contact pin. In this case, remove the headphones and place them on the transmitter again so that the indicator lights up.

• Make sure that the supplied rechargeable nickel-metal hydride battery is installed in the battery compartment. Dry batteries cannot be charged.

• If the rechargeable battery is damaged or the 3 and # of the battery do not match those in the battery compartment correctly, the CHG indicator blinks.

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Preparation

To recharge the headphone battery after use

Place the headphones on the transmitter after use. The CHG indicator lights up, and the RF indicator goes off, and then charging starts. Since the built-in timer recognizes when charging is complete (approx. 3 hours), there is no need to remove the headphones from the transmitter after charging has completed.

Notes

• The transmitter automatically turns off while charging the battery.

• This system is designed to charge only the supplied rechargeable battery, type BP-HP2000, for safety. Note that other types of rechargeable batteries cannot be charged with this system.

• If dry batteries are installed, they cannot be charged.

• Do not attempt to use the supplied BP-HP2000 rechargeable battery with other components. It is for use with this system only.

• Charge in an environmental temperature of between 0˚C and 40˚C (between 32˚F and 104˚F). Otherwise, the battery may not be fully charged.

• Do not touch the contact pin of the transmitter. If a contact pin becomes dirty, charging may not be possible.

• Charging may not be completed if the transmitter’s contact pin and headphones’ contact point are dusty. Wipe them with a cotton bud, etc.

Charging and usage time

Approx. charging time Approx. usage time*

3 hours*

*1 at 1 kHz, 1 mW + 1 mW output *2 hours required to fully charge an empty battery *3 Time may vary, depending on the temperature or conditions of use.

7 hours*

Checking the battery power

Pull up the self-adjusting band and check the POWER indicator located on the right housing. The battery is still usable when the indicator lights blue. Charge the rechargeable battery or install new alkaline batteries if the POWER indicator does not light up.

Note

The rechargeable nickel-metal hydride battery should be replaced with a new one when it lasts only half the expected time, after a full charge has been performed. The rechargeable battery, type BP-HP2000, is not commercially available. You can order the battery from the store where you purchased this system, or at your nearest Sony dealer.

Preparation

POWER indicator

Using the headphones with alkaline batteries (sold separately)

Commercially available (size AA) alkaline batteries can also be used to power the headphones. Install the batteries in the same manner as described in “Inserting the supplied rechargeable nickel-metal hydride battery” (page 9). When dry batteries are installed, the battery charge function is not activated.

Battery life

Battery Approx. hours*

Sony alkaline batteries 5 hours* LR6(SG)

*1 at 1 kHz, 1 mW + 1 mW output *2 Time may vary, depending on the temperature or conditions of use.

Notes on batteries

• Do not charge a dry battery.

• Do not carry a battery together with coins or metallic objects. Heat can be generated by the battery if its positive and negative terminals are accidentally shorted.

• When you are not going to use the unit for a long time, remove the batteries to avoid damage from battery leakage or corrosion.

Preparation

1 Connection

Connecting the Headphone System

Connecting the transmitter to analog components

Connecting cable (supplied)

Use the supplied connecting cable (stereo mini-plug y pin plug × 2) when connecting a stereo mini-jack (line out jack or headphone jack) to the LINE IN jacks.

to headphones jack (stereo mini jack)

Stereo mini-plug

Transmitter

Audio left

To LINE IN jacks

Audio right (R, red)

In this case, set the volume on the player at a medium level. Noise can occur if the volume on the player is set too low. When connecting to a TV headphone jack, sound may not be heard from the TV speaker.

Connecting cables (sold separately)

Use the connecting cable (pin plug × 2 y pin plug × 2) to connect the audio output jacks on a VCR, TV, etc., to the LINE IN (L/R) jacks on the transmitter.

Transmitter

Audio right (R, red)

(L, white)

Connecting cable (supplied)

To LINE IN jacks

Audio left (L, white)

Unimatch plug adaptor (supplied)

To audio output jacks

Audio left (white)

Audio right (red)

TV, portable device, etc.

to headphones jack (stereo phone jack)

VCR, TV, or other component

Audio cord (sold separately)

Connection

Setting the input level

If the volume is low using the analog input, set the ATT (attenuator) switch to “0 dB.”

AT T

0dB -8dB

Setting Connected components

0 dB TV, portable components, and other components with a low output level

–8 dB Other components (initial settings)

Notes

• Be sure to lower the volume before setting the ATT switch.

• If audio input to the LINE IN jacks is distorted (sometimes, noise can be heard at the same time), set the ATT switch to “–8 dB.”

Connecting the transmitter to digital components

Use the sold separately optical digital connecting cable to connect the optical digital output jack on a CD/DVD device, digital satellite/TV receiver, or other digital component to the DIGITAL IN jack (black) of the transmitter. Optical digital output of a connected AV component should be set to PCM. Read their operating instructions of the connected device. When connecting the transmitter to an AV amplifier, etc., connect the DIGITAL OUT jack (Red) and external optical digital input jack using the optical digital connecting cable (sold separately).

Transmitter

To DIGITAL IN jack (Black)

To DIGITAL OUT jack (Red)

Optical digital connecting cable (sold separately)

Match the orientation of the plug with the jack, and then insert until the plug fits into place.

To optical digital input jack

To optical digital output jack

Equipment with optical digital input terminal such as an AV amplifier

DVD device, digital satellite/TV receiver, or other digital component having an optical digital output jack

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Connection

Notes

• Do not input signals other than PCM to the DIGITAL IN jack. Be sure to set optical digital output of a connected AV component to PCM. If multi-channel signals are input from a DVD device, sound may not be transmitted. Note that excessive noise may occur if CD signals recorded in MPEG-2AAC or DTS format are input to this unit.

• The optical digital connecting cable is an extremely high-precision device and is sensitive to jolts and external pressure. Therefore, be careful when inserting and removing the cable plug.

• The digital input for the transmitter does not support sampling frequencies of 96 kHz. Set the digital output setting of the DVD device to 48 kHz when using this system. Noise may be heard when a 96 kHz digital signal is input.

Connecting cables (sold separately)

Use the optical digital connecting cable POC-15AB (mini-plug y rectangular plug) when connecting the optical digital output mini-jack on portable DVD players, portable CD players, or other digital components to the DIGITAL IN jack.

Notes on optical digital connecting cable

• Do not drop objects on the optical digital connecting cable or expose the cable to shock.

• Grasp the plug to connect or disconnect the cable.

• Be sure that the ends of the optical digital connecting cable are kept clean. Dust at the ends of the cable can degrade performance.

The bend radius of the optical digital connecting cable should be no less than 25 mm

inch).

25 mm (1

inch

)

•When storing the system, attach the cap to the end of the plug and be careful not to fold or bend the optical digital connecting cable with a bend radius less than 25 mm (1 inch).

Connection

1 Operation

Listening to a Connected Component

Before starting, be sure to read “Connecting the Headphone System” (pages 14 to 16) and make the proper connections.

1 Turn on the component connected to the transmitter.

DVD device, digital satellite/TV receiver, or other audio or video component

2 Remove the headphones from the transmitter.

The transmitter turns on automatically and the RF indicator blinks for about 5 seconds. The transmitter automatically detects the optimum frequency for transmission according to your room conditions. The RF indicator lights up when emission from the transmitter starts.

Signal transmission system

This unit employs a proprietary transmission system using 2.4 GHz frequency. You can enjoy non-compressed sound with this wireless system.

POWER

3 Put on the headphones.

The POWER indicator lights blue, and the headphones automatically turn on. Be sure to match the right and left side of the headphones with your ears and wear the headphones at the correct angle so that the Auto Power On/Off function works correctly. Sound is heard from the headphones about 3 seconds after you put on the headphones.

POWER indicator

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Operation

4 Slide the INPUT SELECT switch to select the component you want to listen to.

Position of switch Selected sound source

DIGITAL Sound of the component connected to DIGITAL IN jack.

ANALOG Sound of the component connected to LINE IN jacks.

Note

To listen to dual audio (MAIN/SUB) sound sources, connect to the LINE IN jacks, and then select the sound source you want to listen to on the player, TV, or other component.

5 Start playback of the component selected in step 4. 6 Adjust the volume.

Raise the volume

Lower the volume

Notes

• When watching films, be careful not to raise the volume too high in quiet scenes. You may hurt your ears when a loud scene is played.

• You may hear some noise when you disconnect the AC power adaptor from the transmitter before removing the headphones.

The headphones automatically turn off when they are removed — Auto Power On/Off function

Do not pull up the self-adjusting band when not in use, as this will consume the battery power.

Operation

Self-adjusting band

If a beep sound is heard from the headphones

A repeated beep sound is heard if reception conditions deteriorate when the headphones are outside the signal transmission area, or another wireless apparatus using 2.4 GHz frequency or microwave oven causes interference. If the beep sound does not stop after moving closer to the transmitter, let the transmitter detect the optimum frequency for transmission again following the procedure below.

1 Press TUNE/ID SET on the transmitter once.

The RF indicator blinks and the transmitter detects the optimum frequency automatically. After detection is completed, the RF indicator lights up and emission starts.

2 Press TUNE/ID SET on the headphones once.

The headphones detect the frequency of the transmitter automatically. The beep sound stops when the headphones start receiving signals.

RF signal transmission area

The approximate RF signal transmission area from the transmitter is up to 30 m. The transmitter detects the optimum frequency automatically when the headphones are removed from the transmitter. The sound may be interrupted if the headphones are out of RF signal transmission area or reception conditions deteriorate. In this case, move closer to the transmitter or press TUNE/ID SET on the transmitter and headphones to have them detect the optimum frequency again. See “If a beep sound is heard from the headphones” on how to detect the optimum frequency.

Notes

• Because this system transmits signals at 2.4 GHz, sound may be interrupted if interference occurs. This is due to radio frequency characteristics, and is not a malfunction.

• Any noise you hear through the headphones may vary depending on the transmitter position and room conditions. It is recommended that you place the transmitter in a location that produces the clearest sound.

• Sound may be interrupted if the transmitter is used with other wireless apparatus using

2.4 GHz frequency, or a microwave oven.

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Operation

If an audio signal is not input for 5 minutes

RF signal transmission from the transmitter automatically stops when an audio signal is not input for 5 minutes. The RF signals are automatically transmitted when an audio signal is input again. RF signal transmission may stop when an extremely low sound is input for about 5 minutes. If this happens, raise the volume of the connected audio or video component and lower the volume of the headphones. If signal noise is output from a component connected to the LINE IN jacks, RF signal transmission may not stop.

Tip

If RF signal transmission from the transmitter stops when an audio signal is not input for 5 minutes, the RF signals are automatically transmitted when an audio signal is input again. The RF indicator blinks and the transmitter detects the optimum frequency for transmission. If the transmission frequency changes after the RF indicator lights up and no sound is heard, press TUNE/ID SET on the headphones once and tune to the new frequency.

Note

The headphones should be used within the RF signal transmission area (see “RF signal transmission area” (page 19)).

Operation

Using Additional Headphones

In this system, by using additional MDR-RF5000 wireless headphones (sold separately), more than one person can enjoy the surround sound experience wirelessly at the same time. Charge additional headphones with the transmitter of this system. * There is no limit to the number of headphones that can be used within the RF signal

transmission area.

MDR-RF5000

Transmitter

Notes

• The transmitter turns off automatically while charging. Remove these headphones from the transmitter when using other headphones.

• This unit is not compatible with other wireless headphones since this unit employs a proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless digital transmission system.

When using additional headphones

Each transmitter has its own ID number. When using additional MDR-RF5000 wireless headphones (sold separately), be sure to set the transmitter’s ID to that of the headphones, otherwise the headphones will not work.

(sold separately)

1 Remove the headphones from the transmitter.

The transmitter turns on automatically.

2 Put on the headphones.

The headphones automatically turn on.

Note

Charge the battery of additional headphones before setting their IDs, or use commercially available (size AA) alkaline batteries.

3 Press and hold TUNE/ID SET on the transmitter and that on the headphones

at the same time for more than 3 seconds.

A repeated beep sound is heard from the headphones and ID setting starts. When the sound changes to a continuous beep sound, the ID number is set for the headphones.

Operation

Replacing the Ear Pads

The ear pads are replaceable. If the ear pads become dirty or worn out, replace them as illustrated below. The ear pads are not commercially available. You can order replacements from the store where you purchased this system, or at your nearest Sony dealer.

1 Remove the old ear pad by pulling it off.

2 Place the new ear pad around the housing.

Operation

1 Additional Information

Troubleshooting

If you run into any problems using this headphone system, use the following checklist. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Symptom Cause and remedy

No sound

, Check the connection between the transmitter or and the AV component. , Check that the signal is not being input to the digital out jack by mistake when

digital input is selected.

, Check that the connected AV component's optical digital output is set to "ON"

when selecting digital input.

, Make sure that optical digital output of a connected AV component is set to

PCM. (Excessive noise may occur if signals other than PCM are input to this unit.)

, Turn on the AV component connected to the transmitter, and start the

playback.

, Check that the INPUT SELECT switch on the transmitter is set to the

component you want to listen to.

, If you connect the transmitter to an AV component using the headphone jack,

raise the volume level on the connected AV component.

, Make sure you are wearing the headphones correctly. , Raise the headphone volume. , The headphones’ POWER indicator goes off.

• Charge the rechargeable battery if it is weak, or replace alkaline batteries with new ones. If the POWER indicator is still off after charging the battery, take the headphones to a Sony dealer.

, You are playing back a DVD disc recorded in DTS when the DVD device

(including game machines) and the transmitter are analog-connected.

• Use the digital connection. (Analog sound may not be output from the DVD device.)

, The transmitter’s ID is not set for the additional headphones. , Additional headphones are being charged.

• Remove additional headphones from the transmitter.

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Additional Information

Symptom Cause and remedy

Distorted or intermittent sound (sometimes with noise)

Low sound

Loud background noise

The sound cuts off

, Charge the rechargeable battery if it is weak, or replace alkaline batteries with

new ones. If the POWER indicator is still off after charging the battery, take the headphones to a Sony dealer.

, Check if there is any wireless apparatus using 2.4 GHz frequency, or a

microwave oven in the vicinity.

, Change the position of the transmitter. , When analog input is selected, change the ATT switch on the transmitter to

"–8 dB."

, If you connect the transmitter to an AV component using the headphone jack,

lower the volume level on the connected AV component.

, When analog input is selected, change the ATT switch on the transmitter to "0

dB."

, If you connect the transmitter to an AV component using the headphone jack,

raise the volume level on the connected AV component.

, Raise the headphone volume.

, Check if there is any wireless apparatus using 2.4 GHz frequency, or a

microwave oven in the vicinity.

, If you connect the transmitter to an AV component using the headphone jacks,

raise the volume level on the connected AV component.

, Charge the rechargeable battery if it is weak, or replace alkaline batteries with

new ones. If the POWER indicator is still off after charging the battery, take the headphones to a Sony dealer.

, The transmitter stops transmitting signals if 5 minutes passes and no signal

has been input.

• Set the ATT switch on the transmitter to “0 dB.”

• If you connect the transmitter to an AV component using the headphone jack, raise the volume level on the connected AV component.

Additional Information

Symptom Cause and remedy

The battery cannot be charged

The CHG indicator blinks.

RF signal transmission does not stop. (when the INPUT SELECT switch on the transmitter is set to “ANALOG”)

No signal from optical digital output

Bilingual sound cannot be selected when using digital input. (Both MAIN and SUB can be heard at the same time.)

, Check if the CHG indicator turns on. If not, put the headphones on the

transmitter correctly so that the CHG indicator turns on.

, Dry batteries are installed.

• Insert the supplied rechargeable nickel-metal hydride battery.

, Rechargeable batteries other than the supplied are installed.

• Insert the supplied rechargeable nickel-metal hydride battery.

, The transmitter’s contact pin and headphones’ contact point are dusty.

• Wipe them with a cotton bud, etc.

, 3 and # of the rechargeable battery do not match those in the battery

compartment correctly.

• Insert the rechargeable battery with correct polarity.

, The rechargeable battery is damaged.

• Replace it with a new one. The rechargeable battery, type BP-HP2000, is not commercially available. You can order the battery from the store where you purchased this system, or at your nearest Sony dealer.

, Signal noise is output from the connected analog component.

• Unplug the connected analog component, or set the INPUT SELECT switch on the transmitter to "DIGITAL," and make sure playback of the component connected to the DIGITAL IN jack is stopped.

, No power supplied to the transmitter.

• Connect the transmitter to a power source.

, No playback sound from the connected external digital unit at the optical

input jack.

• Check that the external unit is playing back.

, Connect the analog out to the LINE IN jacks, and select the sound on the

connected component.

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Additional Information

Symptom Cause and remedy

A repeated beep sounds.

, The headphones cannot receive the signal from the transmitter.

• Move within the RF signal transmission area.

• Check the connection of the transmitter, AC power adaptor, and AC outlet.

• Check if there is any wireless apparatus using 2.4 GHz frequency, or a microwave oven around the transmitter and headphones.

•Change the position of the transmitter.

, There is no audio signal input for about 5 minutes and RF signals are not

transmitted.

• Input the audio signal to the transmitter and press TUNE/ID SET on the headphones once.

, Additional headphones are being charged.

• Remove the additional headphones from the transmitter.

Additional Information

Precautions

On safety

• Do not drop, hit, or otherwise expose the transmitter or headphones to strong shock of any kind. This could damage the product.

• Do not disassemble or attempt to open any parts of the system.

On power sources and placement

• If you are not going to use the system for a long time, unplug the AC power adaptor from the AC outlet. When removing the plug, grip the AC power adaptor. Do not pull on the cord.

• Do not place the system in any of the following locations. – Location exposed to direct sunlight, near

a heater, or other extremely high-

temperature location – Dusty location – On an unsteady or inclined surface –Location exposed to large amounts of

vibration – Bathroom or other high-humidity

locations

On headphones

Act considerately

When the volume is too high, the sound leaks outside the headphones. Be careful not to raise the volume so high that it bothers people around you. There is a tendency to raise the volume when using in noisy places. However, for reasons of safety, it is advised to keep the volume at a level whereby you can still hear sounds around you.

On cleaning

Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with mild detergent solution. Do not use solvents such as thinner, benzene or alcohol as these may damage the surface.

When the product breaks

• When the product breaks, or if a foreign object gets inside the unit, immediately turn off the power and consult your nearest Sony dealer.

• When taking the system to a Sony dealer, be sure to take both the headphones and transmitter.

Additional Information

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