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ROCK SAFELY
Enjoy your music responsibly. According to the American Speech-Language-Hearing
Association, “listening to headphones at high volumes for extended periods of time can directly
result in lifelong hearing loss”. At V-MODA, we are dedicated to providing an enjoyable listening
experience, but we also care greatly about your personal health and safety. We recommend
that you listen to your headphones at comfortable volume levels for reasonable periods of time.
How to enjoy your music responsibly
• Turn down the volume. A good point of reference is half volume
• Limit listening time. Give your hearing a “time out”
Be aware of your surroundings and listen responsibly.
Caution around children. Keep out of reach of children, the parts included with this product
can be a choking hazard. This product is not intended for children under 7 years of age.
WELCOME
Welcome to V-MODA, the music lifestyle. We sincerely hope you enjoy our headphones,
the pinnacle of sound and quality design. With the essence of music at the foundation of all we
do, we have precisely engineered our headphones to provide an enjoyable and natural sound
signature, which invokes the sense of listening to your music live. Play Hard. Rock Harder.
Package Contents
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1. Headphones
546
2. 3 sizes of sport fins
3. 4 sizes of silicone fittings
4. RemixRings
5. USB Charging Cable
6. Portable carrying pouch
USING YOUR HEADPHONES
1. Slide silicone fitting onto earbud
2. Insert earbud in corresponding ear canal
(“L” into left ear, “R” into right ear)
L
R
3. Verify the earbud is inserted all the way into your ear, creating a snug fit
(similar to an earplug) to ensure highest sound quality and comfort
4. If the earbud does not feel 100% comfortable and inserted into your ear, try swapping
the fittings with one of the other three sizes included and match the fittings size in both ears
5. Wear headphones with the titanium headband
on your neck to ensure headphones stay put
during strenuous activity thanks to TrapLock
ergonomics
PROTECTING YOUR HEADPHONES
• Forza Metallo Wireless are sweat
and weather resistant; they are not
intended for use while swimming
• Use provided carrying case while idle
• Keep headphones clean and free
of debris
CHARGING YOUR HEADPHONES
Forza Metallo Wireless feature a built-in lithium-ion rechargeable battery. Fully charge your
headphones for 1 hour before using them for the first time.
Note that headphones are equipped with Micro-USB charging cable. Do not use any other type
of charging cables to charge the headphones.
• Fading orange LED = charging
• White LED = fully charged
• Still orange LED + low battery
tone every 3 minutes = low battery
TURNING ON/OFF YOUR HEADPHONES – BATTERY STATUS
When turning on your headphones, the orange LED indicates the battery level.
1. Press the
and the orange LED flashes a number of times based on the battery level:
• Battery 100-81%: orange LED flashes 4 times
button to turn on the headphones.Power on tone plays, headband vibrates
1s1s1s
1s1s
1s
• Battery 80-61%: orange LED flashes 3 times
• Battery 60-41%: orange LED flashes twice
• Battery <40%: orange LED flashes once
3min
• Low battery: still orange LED + low battery tone
plays every 3 minutes
2. Press the
and LED turns off.
button to turn off the headphones. Power off tone plays, headphone vibrates
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
1
2
3
4
7
5
1
6
4
VOLUME UP
2
MULTIFUNCTION
3
VOLUME DOWN
4
MICROPHONES
5
STATUS LED
6
POWER ON/OFF / PAIRING
7
MICRO-USB PORT
PAIRING AND CONNECTING WITH A NEW BLUETOOTH DEVICE
When pairing with one, two or more Bluetooth devices, perform the following pairing procedure
every time you pair a new device.
1. Press the
Power on tone plays, headband vibrates, battery level
orange LED flashes, then white LED flashes twice every
second and pairing tone plays. Your headphones are in
pairing mode.
2. Check your Bluetooth device and connect your
headphones. Once “V-MODA Forza” appears in the
“new/available Bluetooth devices” section of your
phone/Bluetooth device, select it to begin pairing.
If passkey input is required on the display of
a Bluetooth device, type “0000”.
3. Ready to rock. When the Bluetooth connection is
established, connected tone plays and white LED
on your headphones stays lit.
button to turn on the headphones.
BluetoothBluetooth
V-MODA
Forza
CONNECTING WITH A PAIRED BLUETOOTH DEVICE
When pairing with one, two or more Bluetooth devices, perform the following procedure every
time you connect your headphones with an already paired device.
1. Press the
battery level orange LED flashes a number of times based on the battery level.
button to turn on your headphones. Power on tone plays, headband vibrates,
2. Ready to rock. When the Bluetooth connection is established, connected tone plays
and white LED on the headphones stays lit.
If device does not auto connect, go to Bluetooth settings and select “V-MODA Forza”.
ONE HEADPHONE, TWO AUDIO DEVICES
The headphones can be connected with two audio devices at the same time and play
alternatively from both audio devices.
1. Bluetooth connect your headphones and audio player 1 following the instructions on page 11
2. Press and hold
second. Headphones are in pairing mode and you can connect audio player 2.
button for 3 seconds. Pairing tone plays, white LED flashes twice every
3. Shift the audio player from 1 to 2 by controlling the play/pause buttons on the audio players
4. The button on the headphones will control only play/pause of the playing audio player
If device does not auto switch using control buttons, go to Bluetooth settings on the device you
want to play and select “V-MODA Forza”.
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LISTENING TO MUSIC
Start playback on the paired/plugged device and adjust the
volume with the
and
buttons on the headphones
12 SEC
12 SEC
MAX
MIN
Press and hold
Press and hold
for up to 12 seconds to reach max volume
for up to 12 seconds to reach min volume
1x1x
2x
3x
3 SEC
Press once to play and pause
Press twice for next track
Press 3 times for previous track
Press and hold for 3 seconds to summon
Voice Assistant such as Siri/OK Google
Track controls may vary based on device and settings.
MAKING A CALL / RECEIVING A CALL
ANSWER A CALL
1X
REFUSE / HANG UP
1-2 SEC
Press once to answer (music pauses automatically)
To refuse an incoming call or to hang up an existing call,
press and hold for 2 seconds, then release
CALL ON HOLD
1X
Press once to put the ongoing call on hold and connect
to the second incoming call; long press for 2 seconds
to connect the second call and hang up the first call; short
press twice to refuse a second call while attending one
OTHER USEFUL FUNCTIONS
CLEAR THE PAIRED DEVICES HISTORY
HOLD 3sec
VOICE ASSISTANT CONTROL
To clear the paired devices history press and hold
for 3 seconds; white and orange LEDs flash alternatively twice
and
When the headphones are paired with a Voice Assistant enabled
device, press and hold for 3 seconds to summon Voice
Assistant such as Siri/OK Google
STAND BY MODE
CONNECTION OUT OF RANGE
If no device is paired with the headphones in 2 minutes, white
LED flashes once every 3 seconds for standby mode; to resume
the headphones simply press and hold
white LED will flash twice every second for searching mode
If the audio device is outside the connection range “Out of range”
tone plays until the device automatically connects when back
button for 3 seconds:
within the connecting range; if no device to be connected is
detected in 2 minutes, headphones will switch to standby mode
USING YOUR SPORT FINS
To provide additional stability when you run or workout, please use the included sport fins,
featuring ActiveFlex technology. Sport fins come in three different sizes: try them out and
choose the ones with the best fit for your ears.
1. Wrap sport fin around earbud making sure to match the corresponding one
(“L” earbud with “L” sport fin, “R” earbud with “R” sport fin)
2. Insert earbud in corresponding ear canal (“L” into left ear, “R” into right ear)
3. Once the earbud is inserted, twist the sport fin and adjust it to rest comfortably in the bowl
of your ear; the upper part of the fin fits just under your ear ridge
TWIST
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R
NOTE
When you want to use sport fins you need to remove RemixRings if present on earbuds
USING YOUR 3D PRINTED CUSTOM CAPS
With the 3D printed custom caps you can revolutionize your in-ear headphones and forge your
own personal relic which will be 3D sculpted in Italy and 3D printed in NYC.
1. Install RemixRings to ensure that 3D printed custom caps are stable
2. Slide 3D printed custom caps onto earbud until the cap reaches the cable creating a snug fit
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TROUBLESHOOTING
If you are experiencing trouble with your headphones, please refer to the troubleshooting
guidelines below. If the problem persists, please contact the V-MODA Six Star Service
at V-MODA.com/Support, support@v-moda.com or 1.888.VMODA.LA.
TROUBLESUGGESTIONS
Pairing process trouble
- Make sure headphones are not connected to the charger and they are
powered on
- Turn off the headphones and turn them on again
- Remember to turn on the Bluetooth feature on your device
- Turn off the Bluetooth feature on any other device which has been previously
paired
- Reset paired devices history by pressing and holding Volume + and Volume -
for 3 seconds
- Try to pair with another device to make sure that both the headphones
and your Bluetooth device are working properly
- Go to Bluetooth settings and select “V-MODA Forza”
TROUBLE
Receiving no audio or low
quality audio from a audio
source
Audio and video do
not match
No audio
SUGGESTIONS
- Check the battery
- Check the pairing
- Make sure the audio source is playing
- Make sure the volume on the device is not muted or turned down
- Reboot the source/device
- Turn off the headphones and turn them on again
- Reset paired devices history of the headphones
- Try streaming from another device or select another track
- Move the device and headphones closer (max 33 feet or 10m)
- Keep away from any possible interference (wireless routers, other Bluetooth
devices, microwaves etc.)
- Close any applications on your device that are not in use and disable Wi-Fi
Try streaming from another device or select another track. Due to technology
limitations, there may be a delay from some sources or applications
- Make sure the audio device is playing and is Bluetooth connected to the
headphones
- Reboot the source/device
- Turn off the headphones and turn them on again
TROUBLESUGGESTIONS
Lack of or excessive bass
or treble
One earphone is quieter
than the other
Distorted sound
Headphones will not
charge
Turn off any audio enhancement features on audio device.
Ensure proper fitting is being used.
Remove silicone fitting and briskly blow into the earpiece (it is possible there
is debris inside housing, lodging sound driver in place).
NOTE: do not put your mouth around the earbuds.
Check to make sure the problem is not with the audio device or the file you
are listening to. Ensure the EQ settings on the device are set properly. Make
sure proper fitting is being used which provides a snug fit (similar to that of an
earplug) and that the driver is pointing directly towards the ear canal.
- Make sure the charging cable and source are functioning properly
- Make sure both USB plugs are firmly connected into their sockets
- Disconnect and reconnect the USB charcing cable
- If charging with your computer, make sure the USB port is powered and
remember to plug in your computer
CAUTION
The operation temperature of devices
is between -10°C (14°F) to 45°C
(113°F). The battery will not work
properly if temperature
is beyond that range.
For more support
please contact
V-MODA’s
Six Star Service
V-MODA.com/Support
REPLACEMENT ACCESSORIES
Replacement silicone fittings, sport earhooks, sport fins and carrying case may be ordered
at V-MODA.com.
CLEANING YOUR HEADPHONES
To keep your headphones clean, periodically remove the silicone fittings and wash them with
a mild detergent and water. Do not forget to rinse and dry them before putting the fittings back
on earbuds. Make also sure to wipe earpiece with a dry cloth or equivalent.
NOTE ON STATIC ELECTRICITY
In particularly dry air conditions, mild tingling may be felt on your ears. This is a result of static
electricity accumulated in the body, and not a malfunction of the headphones. Wearing clothes
made from natural materials can minimize the effect.
POWER AND FREQUENCY
Power Transmission: Bluetooth EDR Mode (8DPSK): -1.30dBm
Frequency Band(s): 2.402GHz~2.480GHz
Limited Warranty
For a period of one (1) year from the date of retail purchase by the original end-use purchaser,
V-MODA warrants that this product is free from any defects in manufacturing, materials and
workmanship, under the following conditions:
• V-MODA will repair or replace the product within a reasonable period of time and free of
charge for one (1) year from the date of retail purchase by the original end-use purchaser
• Product must be purchased from a V-MODA authorized reseller and delivered to you in new
condition, in original packaging. This warranty does not cover products purchased open box,
sold as-is, sold by private party resale or any other third party purchases from unauthorized
resellers
• This Limited Warranty does not cover defects resulting from cosmetic damage, acts of God,
misuse, accidents, commercial use, unauthorized alteration or modification of the product,
improper connection, improper use or attempted repair by unauthorized distributors or
resellers
• This warranty is void if the label bearing the serial number has been removed or defaced
• To obtain service under this limited warranty, visit V-MODA.com/Warranty to fill out
the online warranty form and obtain further information
• To acquire a printable version of this warranty, please visit V-MODA.com/Warranty
• For other customer service inquiries, please e-mail support@V-MODA.com.
You may also call 1.888.VMODA.LA Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
(Pacific Standard Time)
• This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights
that vary from State to State or Country to Country. Some places do not allow limitations
on implied warranties or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages,
so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you
V-MODA Immortal Life Program - Lifetime 50% discount
We do not judge. If you abuse your headphones crowdsurfing, stage diving, spelunking
or otherwise, the V-MODA Immortal Life Program has your back.
All we ask is that you send the headphones (or what’s left of them) to us and we will email you
a 50% off VIP Code towards a comparable product from V-MODA.com.
Visit V-MODA.com/Immortal for information on the lifetime 50% discount.
Visit V-MODA.com/Support, e-mail support@V-MODA.com or call 1.888.VMODA.LA,
Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm (Pacific Standard Time), for information
on how to get your 50% off VIP Code.
COMPLIANCES
NOTE: This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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, this 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, you are 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 to an outlet on a different circuit than the one to which the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by V-MODA could void the user’s authority to operate this
equipment.
This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
V-MODA LLC hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements
and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU and all other applicable EU directive
requirements. The complete declaration of conformity can be found at V-MODA.com/COMPLIANCE.
CAUTION
If serial number on the product, on manual
cover or bottom of packaging is missing or
defaced, pleasereturn to retailer immediately.
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