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Sennheiser RS 170 - 08-09 Instruction Manual

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

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Switching the headphones on and off ............ 20 Adjusting the volume on the headphones ..........21 Adjusting the sound of the RS 170 to your needs ........ 22 Associating the headphones to the transmitter ........24 Listening with several headphones simultaneously ......27 Cleaning the RS 170 ..................

  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    • Only use the Sennheiser supplied power supply units. • To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not use the product near water and do not expose it to rain or moisture.
  • Page 4 2, • using the product within the operating conditions and limitations described in this instruction manual. “Improper use” means using the product other than as described in this instruction manual, or under operating conditions which differ from those described herein.

  • Page 5: The Rs 170 Digital Rf Headphone System

    • Kleer’s uncompressed digital wireless transmission delivers CD-quality sound. • No set-up required – just plug and play. Simply connect the transmitter to your personal audio/video player, put on the headphones and turn it on! •...

  • Page 6: Delivery Includes

    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 2 AAA size NiMH rechargeable batteries, 1.2 V...

  • Page 7: Product Overview

    Ear pads button ¿ º SURR Battery compartments button ¾ BASS button µ Multi-function LED ², you can switch the With the multi-function button headphones on/to standby mode, set the headphones to multi-user operation, mute the headphones and associate the headphones.

  • Page 8: Overview Of The Tr 170 Transmitter

    Charging contacts for charging the headphones Audio input (AUDIO ATTENUATOR switch Socket for power supply unit (DC 5V 0.5A) Cable dresser With the multi-function button , you can switch the transmitter on/to standby mode, set the transmitter to multi-user operation and associate the transmitter.

  • 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 Status Meaning The LED is lit. The LED flashes once per second. The LED flashes twice every 5 seconds. Indicators on the headphones...
  • Page 10 Indicator Status Meaning CHARGE The rechargeable batteries are being charged. The rechargeable batteries are fully charged. BASS button The dynamic bass boost is activated. SURR button 3D surround sound is activated. Multi-function The transmitter is in standby mode. button The transmitter is in...

  • 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

    Putting the RS 170 into operation Putting the RS 170 into operation Setting up the transmitter Choose a suitable place near your sound source (e.g. TV, stereo or home cinema system). Do not place the transmitter close to metal objects such as shelf bars,...

  • 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.

  • Page 14: Connecting Transmitter To Headphone Socket

    Putting the RS 170 into operation Connecting the transmitter to a headphone socket Depending on your sound source, you have to change the setting of the ATTENUATOR switch in order to optimally adjust the signal of the sound source. Portable sound source...
  • Page 15 Before putting the headphones on, set the volume on the sound source to a low level. Depending on your sound source, you have to change the setting of the ATTENUATOR switch in order to optimally adjust the signal of the sound source.

  • Page 16: Connecting The Transmitter To The Mains

    Connect the connector of the power supply unit to the socket Plug the power supply unit into a wall socket. The transmitter switches on. The multi-function button flashes green after 9 seconds. The transmitter is in enrollment mode.

  • Page 17: Inserting And Changing The Rechargeable Batteries

    » Remove the ear pads from both ear cups by turning the ear pads in the direction of the arrow until you overcome a slight resistance. » Lift the ear pads off the ear cups.

  • Page 18: Charging The Headphones' Rechargeable Batteries

    Charge the rechargeable batteries for at least 16 hours prior to first time use. Subsequent charging time is about half of the previous operating time. The operating time is up to 24 hours.

  • Page 19: Using The Rs 170

    Using the RS 170 Using the RS 170 To switch the product on and to listen to your sound source, proceed as follows: Sequence of steps Page 1. Make sure that the rechargeable batteries are charged. 2. Switch your sound source on.
  • 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

    Press the multi-function button for approx. 1 second. µ The multi-function LED goes off. The headphones are in standby mode. If there is no signal from the transmitter for more than 5 minutes, the headphones automatically switch to standby mode.

  • Page 22: Adjusting The Volume On The Headphones

    ¶ ´ Press the VOLUME – button or the VOLUME + button repeatedly until the volume is adjusted to a comfortable and undistorted level. ¶ ´ Vol - Vol + Vol - Vol + Muting the headphones ² Briefly press the multi-function button to mute the headphones 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...
  • Page 24 Using the RS 170 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...

  • Page 25: Associating The Headphones To The Transmitter

    The headphones and the transmitter are already associated upon delivery. You only have to associate the headphones to the transmitter • if you want to use another pair of Kleer compatible headphones or • if the transmission between the headphones and the transmitter is disturbed by interferences in the vicinity.
  • Page 26 The multi-function button of the transmitter flashes green. 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 Follow the steps in the chapter “Associating the headphones to the transmitter”. You can then only use the last headphones paired to listen to your sound source (single-user operation). To listen to your sound source with up to 4 headphones simultaneously: Set your transmitter to multi-user operation as described in the next chapter.

  • Page 28: Listening With Several Headphones Simultaneously

    Using the RS 170 Listening with several headphones simultaneously By default, the transmitter is set to single-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.

  • Page 29: Cleaning The Rs 170

    Only use a dry and soft cloth to clean the product. 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”...

  • Page 30: If A Problem Occurs

    If a problem occurs ... If a problem occurs ... Sound problems Problem Possible cause Possible solutions Page No sound Transmitter is/headphones Switch the 18/20 are switched off transmitter/ headphones on Headphones are muted Cancel the muting Jack plug is not properly...
  • 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...

  • Page 32: Accessories And Spare Parts

    534486 Stereo audio cable with two 3.5 mm jack plugs (2 m) 534479 DC cable (4.0 mm DC jack socket to 2 x 4.0 mm DC plug) 093778 Adapter (3.5 mm jack socket to ¼“ (6.3 mm) jack plug) 514267 Adapter (3.5 mm jack socket to 2 RCA plugs)

  • Page 33: Specifications

    (w/o rechargeable batteries) SSA-4P 5050F power supply unit Rated input 100 – 240 V~, 0.2 A, 50 – 60 Hz Rated output 5 V , 500 mA Operating temperature range 32 °F to 104 °F (0 °C to 40 °C)

  • 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 Fax: +1 (860) 434 1759 declare the above device comply with the requirements of Federal Communications Commission. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subjected 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.
  • Page 36 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. Department of Energy helping us all save money and protect the environment.
  • Page 37 Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany Publ. 08/09...

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