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Sennheiser 502874 Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 Digital Wireless System RS 170 Instruction manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    The RS 170 digital RF headphone system ... 4 Delivery includes ... 5 Product overview ... 6 Overview of the HDR 170 headphones ... 6 Overview of the TR 170 transmitter ... 7 Overview of the indicators and acoustic signals ... 8 Overview of the connection stages ...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    • Switch the headphones off after use to conserve battery power. • The headphones contain magnets that generate a magnetic field which • Please protect your hearing from high volume levels. Sennheiser • Only use the Sennheiser supplied power supply units.
  • Page 4 Replacement parts When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by Sennheiser or those having the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. Intended use Intended use of the product includes •...

  • Page 5: The Rs 170 Digital Rf Headphone System

    technology...

  • Page 6: Delivery Includes

    Delivery includes Delivery includes 1 HDR 170 headphones 1 TR 170 transmitter 1 power supply unit with country adapters 1 stereo audio cable with 3.5 mm jack plugs 1 adapter 3.5 mm jack socket to ¼“ (6.3 mm) jack plug 1 adapter 3.5 mm jack socket to 2 RCA plugs...

  • Page 7: Product Overview

    Charging contacts ¶ VOLUME – Ear pads º SURR Battery compartments ¾ BASS µ With the multi-function button headphones on/to standby mode, set the headphones to multi-user operation, mute the headphones and associate the headphones. µ ´ ¾ ² º ¶...

  • Page 8: Overview Of The Tr 170 Transmitter

    Overview of the TR 170 transmitter CHARGE LED, orange BASS button, backlit in green SURROUND button, backlit in green Multi-function button , backlit in green Charging contacts for charging the headphones Audio input (AUDIO ATTENUATOR switch Socket for power supply unit (DC 5V Cable dresser...

  • Page 9: Overview Of The Indicators And Acoustic Signals

    Product overview Overview of the indicators and acoustic signals Meaning of the pictograms for the different LEDs Indicators on the headphones Status Meaning The LED is lit. The LED flashes once per second. The LED flashes twice every 5 seconds.
  • Page 10 Indicators on the transmitter Indicator Status CHARGE BASS button SURR button Multi-function button Acoustic signal of the headphones 1 short beep Meaning The minimum volume is reached. The maximum volume is reached. SURR button BASS button Product overview Meaning The rechargeable batteries are being charged.

  • Page 11: Overview Of The Connection Stages

    Single-user and multi-user operation Single-user operation You can listen to your sound source via one pair of headphones. By default, the transmitter is set to single-user operation (see page 24). Multi-user operation In order to be able to listen to your sound source with several headphones simultaneously, you have to set your transmitter to multi-user operation (see page 27).

  • Page 12: Putting The Rs 170 Into Operation

    Shuffle Songs reinforced concrete walls, etc. as this can decrease the transmitter’s range. It is not necessary that the transmitter and headphones are in the same room, so you can move around freely in the home or outside in the garden.

  • Page 13: Connecting The Transmitter To A Sound Source

    Putting the RS 170 into operation Connecting the transmitter to a sound source You can connect the TR 170 transmitter to different sound sources, such as a TV, a DVD player or a stereo system. Switch your sound source off before connecting the transmitter. Connect the audio cable to the audio input Check the connection possibility of your sound source.
  • Page 14 Connecting the transmitter to a headphone socket Depending on your sound source, you have to change the setting of the ATTENUATOR switch source. Portable sound source (MP3 player, mobile telephone) Set the ATTENUATOR Music Photos Videos Extras Settings Shuffle Songs to “0 dB”.
  • Page 15 You can suffer hearing damage if you are using other Kleer compatible headphones without integrated volume control, such as the Sennheiser MX W1, with the TR 170 transmitter: In this case, do not connect the transmitter to the RCA sockets (output) of your sound source, but to the headphone socket of your sound source.

  • Page 16: Connecting The Transmitter To The Mains

    Connecting the transmitter to the mains Select the suitable country adapter Slide the country adapter into place. Connect the connector Plug the power supply unit The transmitter switches on. The multi-function button green after 9 seconds. The transmitter is in enrollment mode. Putting the RS 170 into operation for your wall socket.

  • Page 17: Inserting And Changing The Rechargeable Batteries

    For powering the headphones, you can use: • standard batteries (AAA size, 1.5 V) • NiMH rechargeable batteries (AAA size, 1.2 V, 600 mAh) If you are using standard batteries, the headphones must the headphone holder/charger of the transmitter. »...

  • Page 18: Charging The Headphones' Rechargeable Batteries

    Subsequent charging time is about half of the previous operating time. The operating time is up to 24 hours. Place the headphones on the headphone holder/charger of the transmitter. Make sure that the headphones make good contact with the charging contacts The rechargeable batteries are being charged. The lights up orange.

  • Page 19: Using The Rs 170

    The transmitter switches on. The multi-function button green, indicating that the transmitter is in enrollment mode. Once the transmitter has found suitable headphones, it pairs with the headphones and transmits an audio signal. The multi-function LED of the headphones and the multi-function button transmitter flash slowly.
  • Page 20 To disconnect the transmitter from the mains: Pull out the mains plug from the wall socket. Please note that In this case, the headphones’ rechargeable batteries will not be recharged. If the headphones are outside the transmission range or switched off for more than 5 minutes, the transmitter automatically switches to standby mode.

  • Page 21: Switching The Headphones On And Off

    Danger due to high volumes! Listening at high volume levels for long periods can lead to permanent hearing defects. Before putting the headphones on, set the volume to a low level. Do not continuously expose yourself to high volumes. ²...

  • Page 22: Adjusting The Volume On The Headphones

    Adjusting the volume on the headphones ¶ Press the VOLUME – button or the until the volume is adjusted to a comfortable and undistorted level. ¶ Vol - Vol + Muting the headphones Briefly press the multi-function button or to cancel the muting.

  • Page 23: Adjusting The Sound Of The Rs 170 To Your Needs

    Using the RS 170 Adjusting the sound of the RS 170 to your needs Activating/deactivating 3D surround sound You can activate or deactivate 3D surround sound on the transmitter or directly on your headphones. To activate 3D surround sound: º Press...
  • Page 24 Activating/deactivating the dynamic bass boost You can activate or deactivate the dynamic bass boost on the transmitter or directly on your headphones. To activate the dynamic bass boost: ¾ Press the BASS button on the headphones or the on the transmitter.

  • Page 25: Associating The Headphones To The Transmitter

    The RS 170 system features the digital wireless audio transmission technology from Kleer. You can also associate other Kleer compatible headphones (e.g. the Sennheiser MX W1) to the transmitter. For more information, refer to the chapter “Associating other Kleer compatible headphones to the transmitter” on page 26 or to the instruction manual of the corresponding product.
  • Page 26 7 seconds. The multi-function button ² After approx. 30 seconds, the headphones are paired with the transmitter and you can hear your sound source via the headphones. The multi- µ function LED of the headphones and the multi-function button the transmitter flash green.
  • Page 27 Using the RS 170 Associating other Kleer compatible headphones to the transmitter The following describes how to associate the Sennheiser MX W1 earphones to the TR 170 transmitter. For information on how to associate other Kleer compatible headphones to the transmitter, refer to the instruction manual of the corresponding product.

  • Page 28: Listening With Several Headphones Simultaneously

    The settings for the dynamic bass boost and for 3D surround sound are applied to the additional headphones. The volume of the each pair of headphones can be adjusted individually.

  • Page 29: Cleaning The Rs 170

    Cleaning the RS 170 Replacing the ear pads For reasons of hygiene, you should replace the ear pads from time to time. Spare ear pads are available from your Sennheiser dealer (see “Accessoires and spare parts” on page 31). CAUTION...

  • Page 30: If A Problem Occurs

    (including ESD) in the vicinity Headphones are not correctly associated with the transmitter (e.g. additional headphones) Occasional Headphones are out of sound range dropouts Signal is shielded Interfering devices in the vicinity Sound is too...
  • Page 31 If a problem occurs that is not listed in the above table or if the problem cannot be solved with the proposed solutions, please contact your local Sennheiser partner for assistance. To find a Sennheiser partner in your country, search at www.sennheiser.com. Problem...

  • Page 32: Accessories And Spare Parts

    Accessories and spare parts Only use original Sennheiser accessories and spare parts, otherwise the product quality can be impaired or the product can be damaged. Cat. No. Accessory/spare part 504251 HDR 170 headphones 534480 Power supply unit with country adapters 534486 Stereo audio cable with two 3.5 mm jack plugs (2 m)

  • Page 33: Specifications

    Range Ambient temperature TR 170 transmitter Audio connection Power consumption (standby mode) Power supply Transmission power Weight Dimensions HDR 170 headphones Transducer principle Max. SPL Frequency response Charging time of rechargeable batteries Power supply Operating time Weight (w/o rechargeable batteries)

  • Page 34: Manufacturer Declarations

    Manufacturer declarations Manufacturer declarations Warranty Sennheiser GmbH & Co. KG gives a warranty of 24 months on this product. For the current warranty conditions, please visit our website at www.sennheiser.com or contact your Sennheiser partner. In compliance with the following requirements •...
  • Page 35 • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This class B digital apparatus complies with the Canadian ICES-003. Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Sennheiser electronic Corp. may void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment. RF Radiation Exposure Information...
  • Page 36 In compliance with: FCC ID: DMOTR180 FCC ID: DMOHDR180 Canada IC: 2099A-TR180 IC: 2099A-HDR180 Europe Australia/ New Zealand Singapore Trademarks The Kleer logo is a trademark of Kleer Inc. About ENERGY STAR ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S.
  • Page 37 Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany Publ. 08/09...

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