Sony MDR-XB950N1 User Manual
Help Guide
Wireless Noise Canceling Stereo Headset
MDR-XB950N1
Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions.
Getting started
What you can do with the BLUETOOTH function
About voice guidance
Supplied accessories
Checking the package contents
About the supplied manuals
Parts and controls
Location and function of parts
About the indicator
Charging the headset
System requirements for battery charge using USB
Charging the headset
Available operating time
Checking the remaining battery charge
Making connections
How to make a wireless connection to BLUETOOTH devices
One- touch connection (NFC) compatible Android devices
One-touch connection (NFC) with a smartphone (Android 4.1 or later)
Disconnecting the smartphone by one touch (NFC)
Switching the device by one touch (NFC)
Android devices not compatible with one - touch connection (NFC)
Pairing and connecting with an Android smartphone
Connecting to a paired Android smartphone
iPhone (iOS devices)
Pairing and connecting with an iPhone
Connecting to a paired iPhone
Computers
Pairing and connecting with a computer (Windows 10)
Pairing and connecting with a computer (Windows 8/Windows 8.1)
Pairing and connecting with a computer (Windows 7)
Connecting to a paired computer (Windows 10)
Connecting to a paired computer (Windows 8/Windows 8.1)
Connecting to a paired computer (Windows 7)
Other BLUETOOTH devices
Pairing and connecting with other BLUETOOTH devices
Connecting to a paired BLUETOOTH device
Multi point connection
Connecting the headset to both a music player and a smartphone or mobile phone
Connecting the headset to 2 Android smartphones
Connecting the headset to an Android smartphone and an iPhone
Using the supplied headphone cable
Listening to music
Listening to music via a BLUETOOTH connection
Listening to music from a device connected via BLUETOOTH
Controlling the audio device (BLUETOOTH connection)
Disconnecting BLUETOOTH connection (after use)
Noise canceling function
What is noise canceling?
Using the noise canceling function
About the Automatic AI noise canceling function
Bass effect function
About the bass effect function
Using the bass effect function
Sound quality mode
Switching the sound quality mode
Checking the sound quality mode
Supported codecs
Making phone calls
Receiving a call
Making a call
Functions for a phone call
Disconnecting BLUETOOTH connection (after use)
Using the voice assist function
Using the voice assist function (Siri)
Using the voice assist function (Google App)
Using the apps
What you can do with "Sony | Headphones Connect" app
Installing "Sony | Headphones Connect" app
Important information
Precautions
Trademarks
Customer support websites
Troubleshooting
What can I do to solve a problem?
Power/Charging
The headset is not turned on.
Charging cannot be done.
Charging time is too long.
The headset cannot be recognized by a computer.
The remaining battery charge of the headset is not displayed on the screen of an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
Sound
No sound
Low sound level
Low sound quality
Sound skips frequently during playback.
The noise canceling effect is not sufficient.
BLUETOOTH
Pairing cannot be done.
Unable to connect the headset to a BLUETOOTH device with one-touch connection (NFC)
Unable to make a BLUETOOTH connection
Distorted sound
The BLUETOOTH wireless communication range is short, or the sound skips.
The headset does not operate properly.
No voice from callers
Low voice from callers
Resetting or initializing the headset
Resetting the headset
Initializing the headset to restore factory settings
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Table Of Contents
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MDR-XB950N1 Help Guide i.............................................................................................................
Getting started i.................................................................................................................................
What you can do with the BLUETOOTH function 1...........................................................................
About voice guidance 2.....................................................................................................................
Supplied accessories i.......................................................................................................................
Checking the package contents 3...............................................................................................
About the supplied manuals 4.....................................................................................................
Parts and controls i............................................................................................................................
Location and function of parts 5..................................................................................................
About the indicator 7....................................................................................................................
Charging the headset i......................................................................................................................
System requirements for battery charge using USB 9................................................................
Charging the headset 10.............................................................................................................
Available operating time 12.........................................................................................................
Checking the remaining battery charge 13..................................................................................
Making connections ii........................................................................................................................
How to make a wireless connection to BLUETOOTH devices 15.....................................................
One-touch connection (NFC) compatible Android devices ii.............................................................
One-touch connection (NFC) with a smartphone (Android 4.1 or later) 16.................................
Disconnecting the smartphone by one touch (NFC) 18...............................................................
Switching the device by one touch (NFC) 19..............................................................................
Android devices not compatible with one-touch connection (NFC) ii................................................
Pairing and connecting with an Android smartphone 20.............................................................
Connecting to a paired Android smartphone 23..........................................................................
iPhone (iOS devices) ii......................................................................................................................
Pairing and connecting with an iPhone 26..................................................................................
Connecting to a paired iPhone 29...............................................................................................
Computers ii......................................................................................................................................
Pairing and connecting with a computer (Windows 10) 32..........................................................
Pairing and connecting with a computer (Windows 8/Windows 8.1) 36......................................
Pairing and connecting with a computer (Windows 7) 39............................................................
Connecting to a paired computer (Windows 10) 42....................................................................
Connecting to a paired computer (Windows 8/Windows 8.1) 45.................................................
Connecting to a paired computer (Windows 7) 49......................................................................
Other BLUETOOTH devices ii...........................................................................................................
Pairing and connecting with other BLUETOOTH devices 51......................................................
Connecting to a paired BLUETOOTH device 53.........................................................................
Multi point connection ii.....................................................................................................................
Connecting the headset to both a music player and a smartphone or mobile
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phone 55......................................................................................................................................
Connecting the headset to 2 Android smartphones 56...............................................................
Connecting the headset to an Android smartphone and an iPhone 58.......................................
Using the supplied headphone cable 60...........................................................................................
Listening to music iii..........................................................................................................................
Listening to music via a BLUETOOTH connection iii........................................................................
Listening to music from a device connected via BLUETOOTH 61..............................................
Controlling the audio device (BLUETOOTH connection) 63.......................................................
Disconnecting BLUETOOTH connection (after use) 64..............................................................
Noise canceling function iii................................................................................................................
What is noise canceling? 65........................................................................................................
Using the noise canceling function 66.........................................................................................
About the Automatic AI noise canceling function 68...................................................................
Bass effect function iii........................................................................................................................
About the bass effect function 69................................................................................................
Using the bass effect function 70................................................................................................
Sound quality mode iii.......................................................................................................................
Switching the sound quality mode 71..........................................................................................
Checking the sound quality mode 73..........................................................................................
Supported codecs 74.........................................................................................................................
Making phone calls iii........................................................................................................................
Receiving a call 75............................................................................................................................
Making a call 77.................................................................................................................................
Functions for a phone call 79............................................................................................................
Disconnecting BLUETOOTH connection (after use) 64....................................................................
Using the voice assist function iii.......................................................................................................
Using the voice assist function (Siri) 81.............................................................................................
Using the voice assist function (Google App) 82...............................................................................
Using the apps iii...............................................................................................................................
What you can do with "Sony | Headphones Connect" app 83...........................................................
Installing "Sony | Headphones Connect" app 84...............................................................................
Important information iv.....................................................................................................................
Precautions 85...................................................................................................................................
Trademarks 86..................................................................................................................................
Customer support websites 87..........................................................................................................
Troubleshooting iv.............................................................................................................................
What can I do to solve a problem? 88...............................................................................................
Power/Charging iv.............................................................................................................................
The headset is not turned on. 89.................................................................................................
Charging cannot be done. 90......................................................................................................
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Charging time is too long. 91.......................................................................................................
The headset cannot be recognized by a computer. 92...............................................................
The remaining battery charge of the headset is not displayed on the screen
of an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. 93..........................................................................................
Sound iv.............................................................................................................................................
No sound 94................................................................................................................................
Low sound level 95......................................................................................................................
Low sound quality 96...................................................................................................................
Sound skips frequently during playback. 97................................................................................
The noise canceling effect is not sufficient. 98............................................................................
BLUETOOTH iv.................................................................................................................................
Pairing cannot be done. 99..........................................................................................................
Unable to connect the headset to a BLUETOOTH device with one-touch
connection (NFC) 100.................................................................................................................
Unable to make a BLUETOOTH connection 101........................................................................
Distorted sound 102....................................................................................................................
The BLUETOOTH wireless communication range is short, or the sound skips. 103..................
The headset does not operate properly. 104...............................................................................
No voice from callers 105............................................................................................................
Low voice from callers 106..........................................................................................................
Resetting or initializing the headset v................................................................................................
Resetting the headset 107...........................................................................................................
Initializing the headset to restore factory settings 108.................................................................
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Wireless Noise Canceling Stereo Headset
MDR-XB950N1
What you can do with the BLUETOOTH function
The headset uses BLUETOOTH wireless technology, allowing you to listen to music or make phone calls wirelessly.
Listening to music
You can receive audio signals from a smartphone, mobile phone, or music player to enjoy music wirelessly.
Talking on the phone
You can make and receive a call with your hands free, while leaving your smartphone or mobile phone in your bag or pocket.
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About voice guidance
You hear voice guidance on the following situations via the headset.
When powering on: “Power on”
When powering off: “Power off”
When entering pairing mode: “BLUETOOTH pairing”
When establishing a BLUETOOTH connection: “BLUETOOTH connected”
When disconnecting a BLUETOOTH connection: “BLUETOOTH disconnected”
When checking the remaining battery charge by pressing the
medium” / “Battery level low”
When automatically turning off due to the low battery condition: “Please recharge headset”
When turning on the noise canceling function: “Noise canceling on”
When turning off the noise canceling function: “Noise canceling off”
When turning on the bass effect function: “Bass effect on”
When turning off the bass effect function: “Bass effect off”
button when turned on: “Battery level high” / “Battery level
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Checking the package contents
After opening the package, check that all items in the list are included in the package. If items are missing, contact your dealer.
Numbers in ( ) indicate the item amount.
Wireless Noise Canceling Stereo Headset (1)
Micro- USB cable (approx. 50 cm (19 3/4 in.)) (1)
Headphone cable (approx. 1.2 m (47 1/4 in.)) (1)
Carrying pouch (1)
Reference Guide (1)
Operating Instructions (1)
Other documents (1 set) (*)
*
May not be supplied in some countries or regions.
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About the supplied manuals
The following three manuals come with the headset.
Help Guide (this data)
Operation manual on the Web, which can be accessed by a PC or smartphone, provides the detailed information on how to use
the headset and troubleshooting, etc.
Operating Instructions (enclosed paper)
Provides basic information on how to connect or use the headset.
Reference Guide (enclosed paper)
Provides precautions and specifications.
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Location and function of parts
L mark
1.
Slider
2.
Slide to adjust the length of the headband.
left unit
3.
Headband
4.
R mark
5.
Microphone
6.
Picks up the sound of your voice when talking on the phone and suppresses noise when using the noise canceling function.
Both of the L and R microphones are used when talking on the phone.
right unit
7.
Tactile dot
8.
The left unit has a tactile dot.
N-mark
6
9.
Micro- USB port
10
.
Connect a computer to this port with the supplied micro-USB cable to charge the headset.
Built-in antenna
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.
A BLUETOOTH antenna is built into the headset.
Indicator (blue/red)
12
.
Lights up in red while charging.
Lights up in red and blue to indicate the power on/off, remaining battery charge or BLUETOOTH status of the headset.
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15
16
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18
19
(power) button
BASS EFFECT indicator (orange)
.
.
Lights up when the bass effect function is turned on.
Jog switch ( / / / )
.
Controls various call and playback functions.
+/- (Volume) buttons
.
The + button has a tactile dot.
BASS EFFECT button
.
Turns on or off the bass effect function.
INPUT jack
.
Connect a music player, etc. to this jack by using the supplied headphone cable. Make sure that you insert the plug of the
music player until it clicks. Otherwise, you may not hear the sound normally.
NC (noise canceling) indicator (green)
.
Shows the noise canceling status.
NC button
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.
Related Topic
About the indicator
Checking the remaining battery charge
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About the indicator
The indicator flashes in red, blue, green or orange to indicate various statuses.
: Turns on in blue/ : Turns on in red/ : Turns on in green/ : Turns on in orange/-: Turns off
Indicator (blue/red) next to the button
Turning on
When turning on the headset by pressing and holding the button for about 2 seconds when the headset is turned off.
- (flashes two times)
Turning off
When turning off the headset by pressing and holding the button for about 2 seconds when the headset is turned on.
(lights for about two seconds)
BLUETOOTH status indication
Pairing mode
(Pressing and holding the
Not connected
- - - - - - (one- second intervals)
Connection process completed
(flashes quickly for about five seconds)
Connected
- - - (about five -second interval) ---
Incoming call
button for about 7 seconds when the headset is turned off)
Sound quality mode indication
Priority on sound quality
- - - -
Priority on stable connection
For details, refer to “Switching the sound quality mode .”
Remaining battery charge indication
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High
- - - -
Medium
- -
Low (needs to charge)
For details, refer to “Checking the remaining battery charge.”
Charging
While charging
Other
Initialization completed
For details, refer to “Initializing the headset to restore factory settings.”
Indicator (green) next to the NC button
Noise canceling function
Noise canceling on
Noise canceling off
- - - - - - - -
For details, refer to “What is noise canceling?.”
Indicator (orange) next to the BASS EFFECT button
Bass effect function
Bass effect on
Bass effect off
-
For details, refer to "Using the bass effect function ."
Hint
When the remaining battery charge becomes low, the indicator turns from blue to red, except for pairing mode.
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System requirements for battery charge using USB
The headset contains a lithium ion rechargeable battery, which should be charged before using the headset for the first time.
Personal Computer with pre -installed with any of the following operating systems and USB port:
When using Windows®
Windows® 10 Home / Windows® 10 Pro
Windows® 8.1 / Windows® 8.1 Pro
Windows® 8 / Windows® 8 Pro
Windows® 7 Home Basic / Home Premium / Professional / Ultimate
When using Mac
Mac OS X (version 10.8 or later)
Note
Sony does not guarantee proper operation in all system environments.
When using Windows 8.1 update using Windows Update.
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Charging the headset
The headset contains a lithium ion rechargeable battery. Charge the headset using the supplied micro-USB cable.
Connect the supplied micro-USB cable to the headset, and then connect the other end to a booted
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computer.
Make sure that the indicator (red) lights up.
Charging is completed in about 7 hours (*) and the indicator (red) goes off automatically.
*
Time required for charging the empty battery to its full capacity.
Note
The headset cannot be operated (turning on, BLUETOOTH paring and connection, music playback, etc.) while charging or if kept connected to the
computer after charging is complete.
The noise canceling function cannot be used while charging or if kept connected to the computer after charging is complete.
If the headset detects a problem while charging due to following causes, the indicator (red) may turn off, although charging is not complete. In this
case, charge again within the charging temperature range. If the problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Ambient temperature exceeds the charging temperature range of 5 °C – 35 °C(41 °F - 95 °F).
There is a problem with the battery.
If the headset is not used for a long time, the indicator (red) may not light up when you connect the micro-USB cable to charge the headset. In this
case, do not disconnect the micro-USB cable from the headset: wait a few minutes until the indicator (red) lights up.
If the headset is not used for a long time, the battery may be quickly depleted, however, after a few recharges, the battery life will improve.
If you store the headset for a long time, charge the battery to its full capacity once every 6 months to avoid over discharge.
If the headset is not used for a long time, it may take longer to charge the battery.
If the life of the built-in rechargeable battery drops significantly, 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 the headset in a car parked in the
sun.
If the computer enters into hibernation mode while connected to the headset, charging will not be completed properly. Check the setting of the
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computer before charging. The indicator (red) will go off automatically if the computer enters into hibernation mode. Charge the headset again in
this case.
Use the supplied micro-USB cable only, and connect directly to a computer. Charging will not be completed properly by an indirect connection,
such as via a USB hub.
Hint
You can use the headset by connecting the supplied headphone cable, even while charging the headset.
If charging starts while the headset is turned on, the headset will turn off automatically.
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Available operating time
The available operating times of the headset on a fully-charged battery are as follows:
Wireless connection
Music Playback time [SBC/AAC]: Max. 22 hours (NC ON)/Max. 24 hours (NC OFF)
Music Playback time [aptX]: Max. 20 hours (NC ON)/Max. 22 hours (NC OFF)
Communication time: Max. 20 hours (NC ON)/Max. 20 hours (NC OFF)
Standby time: Max. 20 hours (NC ON)/Max. 40 hours (NC OFF)
This headset can be used for about 3 hours after 1 hour charging.
Wired connection (Power on): Max. 20 hours (NC ON)
Note
Usage hours may be shorter depending on the Codec and the conditions of use.
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Checking the remaining battery charge
You can check the remaining battery charge of the rechargeable battery.
When you turn on the headset by pressing the
You can check the remaining battery charge by the number of times the indicator (red) flashes.
You can also check the remaining battery charge when the headset is turned on. Pressing the
to flash and show the remaining battery charge. You also hear voice guidance of the remaining battery charge.
3 times
2 times
1 time
- - - - : High “Battery level high”
- - : Medium “Battery level medium”
: Low (needs to charge) “Battery level low”
button, the indicator (blue) flashes two times, then the indicator (red) flashes.
button will cause the indicator
When the battery is almost empty
The indicator turns red. When the battery becomes empty, the headset sounds a warning beep, you hear voice guidance “Please
recharge headset”, and the head set turns off automatically.
When you are using an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
When the headset is connected to an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch (iOS 5.0 or later) that supports HFP (Hands-free Profile), it will
show an icon that indicates the remaining battery charge of the headset on the screen.
Compatible devices
iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch (iOS 5.0 or later) supporting Hands - free Profile (HFP)
iOS 7.0 or later
iOS 5.X / 6.X
A: Remaining battery charge of the headset
B: High
C: Medium
D: Low (needs to charge)
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Note
If you connect the headset to an iPhone, iPad or iPod touch with “Media audio” (A2DP) only in a multi point connection, the remaining battery
charge will not be displayed correctly.
Hint
You can also check the remaining battery charge with the “Sony | Headphones Connect” app.
Related Topic
What you can do with "Sony | Headphones Connect" app
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How to make a wireless connection to BLUETOOTH devices
Device registration (pairing)
When using the BLUETOOTH function for the first time, you must previously register both devices to allow connection. The
operation to register a device is called device registration (paring).
If the device to be connected does not support the one - touch connection (NFC), operate the headset and the device to perform
device registration (pairing).
If the device supports one-touch connection (NFC), you can just touch to perform device registration (pairing) and establish a
BLUETOOTH connection.
Connecting the headset to a registered (paired) device
When the device is registered, it is not necessary to register it again. Connect to it with an appropriate method.
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One-touch connection (NFC) with a smartphone (Android 4.1 or later)
By touching the headset with a smartphone, the headset turns on automatically and then pairs and makes a BLUETOOTH
connection.
Compatible smartphones
NFC- compatible smartphones installed with Android 4.1 or later
NFC
NFC (Near Field Communication) is a technology enabling short-range wireless communication between various devices,
such as smartphones and IC tags. Thanks to the NFC function, data communication - for example, BLUETOOTH pairing can be achieved easily by simply touching NFC-compatible devices together (i.e., at the N- Mark symbol or location
designated on each device).
Unlock the screen of the smartphone if it is locked.
1
Select [Setting] — [More].
2
Set the NFC function to on.
3
* The above procedure is an example. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your Android smartphone.
Touch the headset with the smartphone.
4
Touch the smartphone on the N- Mark of the headset. Keep touching the headset with the smartphone until the
smartphone reacts.
Refer to the operating instructions of the smartphone for the designated location to be touched on the smartphone.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the pairing and connection.
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When the headset is connected with the smartphone, the blue indicator starts flashing slowly. You hear voice guidance
“BLUETOOTH connected”.
To disconnect, touch the smartphone again. Unlock the screen of the smartphone if it is locked.
To connect a paired smartphone, perform step 4. Unlock the screen of the smartphone if it is locked.
Hint
If you cannot connect the headset, try the following.
Unlock the screen of the smartphone if it is locked, and move the smartphone slowly over the N-Mark of the headset.
If the smartphone is in a case, remove the case.
If you touch an NFC-compatible smartphone with the headset, the smartphone terminates BLUETOOTH connection with any current device, and
connects to the headset (One-touch connection switching).
Related Topic
How to make a wireless connection to BLUETOOTH devices
Disconnecting the smartphone by one touch (NFC)
Switching the device by one touch (NFC)
Listening to music from a device connected via BLUETOOTH
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Disconnecting the smartphone by one touch (NFC)
You can disconnect the headset from the connected smartphone by touching the headset with it.
Unlock the screen of the smartphone if it is locked.
1
Touch the headset with the smartphone.
2
Touch the smartphone on the N- Mark of the headset. You hear voice guidance “BLUETOOTH disconnected”.
Note
After the headset is disconnected from the smartphone, if no operation is performed for about 5 minutes, the headset turns off automatically. To
turn off the headset before that, press and hold the
off, then the headset turns off.
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button for about 2 seconds. You hear voice guidance “Power off”, the indicator (blue) goes
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Switching the device by one touch (NFC)
When the headset is connected with a BLUETOOTH device, if you touch an NFC -compatible smartphone on the headset, the
headset is connected with the smartphone that touched on the headset most recently (One- touch connection switching).
However, if you are talking on a BLUETOOTH mobile phone connected to the headset, you cannot switch the BLUETOOTH
connection by one touch.
When the headset is connected with an NFC -compatible smartphone, if you touch the smartphone on another NFC-compatible
BLUETOOTH headset or BLUETOOTH speaker, the smartphone disconnects from the headset, and connects to the
BLUETOOTH device it touched.
Note
Unlock the screen of the smartphone if it is locked.
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Touch [ ] next to [ Bluetooth] to turn on the BLUETOOTH function.
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Pairing and connecting with an Android smartphone
Pairing is the process required to create a link between BLUETOOTH devices to allow wireless connection.
You must pair a device with the headset to be able to make a BLUETOOTH connection for the first time.
Before you start pairing operation, make sure that:
The smartphone is placed within 1 m(3 feet) of the headset.
The headset is charged sufficiently.
The operating instructions of the smartphone is on hand.
Enter pairing mode on this headset.
1
When you pair the headset with a device for the first time after you bought it, or after you initialized the headset (the headset
has no pairing information), press and hold the
enters pairing mode automatically.
When you pair a 2nd or subsequent device (the headset has pairing information for other devices), press and hold the
button for about 7 seconds.
button for about 2 seconds when the headset is turned off. The headset
Make sure that the indicator flashes blue and red alternately after you release the button. You hear voice guidance
“BLUETOOTH pairing”.
Unlock the screen of the Android smartphone if it is locked.
2
Search for this headset on the smartphone.
3
Select [ Setting] - [Bluetooth].
1.
2.
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Touch [ Bluetooth].
3.
Touch [Search for devices].
4
Touch [MDR-XB950N1].
5
If passkey (*) input is required on the display of the smartphone, input “0000.”
The headset and the smartphone are paired with each other and connected. You hear voice guidance “BLUETOOTH
connected”.
If they are not connected, see “ Connecting to a paired Android smartphone .”
If [ MDR-XB950N1] does not appear on the display, try again from step 3.
*
A Passkey may be called a “Passcode,” a “PIN code,” or a “Password.”
Note
If pairing is not established within about 5 minutes, pairing mode will be canceled and the headset will turn off. In this case, start over from step 1.
Once BLUETOOTH devices are paired, there is no need to pair them again, except in the following cases:
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Pairing information has been deleted after repair, etc.
The headset is already paired with 8 devices and another device is to be paired.
The headset can be paired with up to 8 devices. If a new device is paired after 8 devices are already paired, the paired device with the oldest
connection time is replaced by the new one.
When the pairing information for the headset has been deleted from the BLUETOOTH device.
When the headset is initialized, all pairing information is deleted.
In this case, delete the pairing information of the headset from the BLUETOOTH device, and then pair them again.
The headset can be paired with multiple devices, but can only play music from one paired device at a time.
Hint
The above procedure is an example. For details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your Android smartphone.
To delete all pairing information, see “Initializing the headset to restore factory settings.”
Related Topic
How to make a wireless connection to BLUETOOTH devices
Connecting to a paired Android smartphone
Listening to music from a device connected via BLUETOOTH
Initializing the headset to restore factory settings
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