Switching the transmitter on/off ... 15 Putting on the earphones ... 16 Care and maintenance ... 17 Get the most out of your Sennheiser MX W1! ... 19 Troubleshooting ... 20 Accessories and spare parts ... 22 Specifications ... 23...
Important safety instructions The MX W1 has been manufactured according to the accepted rules of safety and current technology. However, there is still a danger of damage to equipment if the following general safety instructions are not complied with. • Please read these instructions for use carefully and completely before using the devices.
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If abused or misused, rechargeable batteries may leak. In extreme cases, they may even present a • heat hazard • fire hazard Please understand that Sennheiser does not accept liability for damage arising from abuse or misuse. Keep away from children.
We trust that you will enjoy using it and that it will satisfy your expectations. The MX W1 is simple to operate. These instructions for use have been designed to help you get started. Please take some time to read them carefully so as to ensure your utmost listening pleasure.
Product overview Earphones » Transmitter Twist-to-fit pad Speaker LED (orange/blue) Operation/pairing button of the earphone 2.5 mm charging jack Battery compartment Operation/pairing button of the transmitter Reset button LED (orange/blue) 2.5 mm charging jack Connecting cable with 3.5 mm stereo jack plug Dowel pin...
Transmitter/earphones: Battery capacity < 5% Putting the MX W1 into operation Charging the MX W1 Charge the rechargeable batteries of all MX W1 devices for 3 hours before first use. When the battery is almost flat, the LED orange. You then have to charge the device.
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Charging the devices Danger of damage to the USB interface! CAUTION! The USB interface damaged if you connect the docking station using the charging cable overload of the USB interface. Only charge the docking station using the power supply unit To charge the devices (simultaneously or separately): Connect the charging cable Connect the suitable country adaptor to the power supply...
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Plug the country adaptor into a wall socket. The batteries are being charged. The corresponding LEDs light up. Charge the rechargeable batteries until the LEDs go off (approx. 2 hours). Note: – The transmitter has its own built-in rechargeable battery. So it will not drain your audio device’s battery.
Associating the earphones to the transmitter (Pairing) The MX W1 earphones and transmitter are already paired on delivery. To enable wireless transmission, both the earphones and the transmitter have to recognize each other: 1. Enrollment mode After switch-on, a suitable device is searched.
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Associating a second pair of earphones to the transmitter With one transmitter you can associate up to two pairs of earphones. If you want to use another pair of earphones, you have to pair your transmitter and the new earphones: Switch the earphones off (see page 14).
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1 m during association. Associating the earphones to Kleer compatible devices MX W1 is fully compatible to Kleer wireless standard. For pairing the MX W1 with other Kleer compatible devices, please refer to the preceding chapter and to the user manual of your device in...
Setting up your MX W1 for usage Fixing the transmitter to your audio device Fix the transmitter with the help of: • the fabric strap • or one of the rubber bands (see illustration). Connecting the transmitter to your audio device You can connect the transmitter to an MP3 player or any audio device with a 3.5 mm...
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Adjusting the earphones to your ears Sennheiser’s twist-to-fit system and comfortable earpads allow for the best custom fit enabling you to enjoy seamless high fidelity stereo sound. The perceived sound quality of the earphones depends to a large extent on a correct fit. For best sound enjoyment, please use the supplied earpads and twist-to- fit pads.
Using the MX W1 To switch the system on, proceed as follows: 1. Switch your audio device on. 2. Switch the earphones on (see following chapter). 3. Switch the transmitter on (see page 15). 4. Put the earphones on (see page 16).
Note: – When you insert the earphones into the docking station, the earphones automatically switch off. – If there is no transmitter in enrollment mode for at least 5 minutes, the earphones automatically switch off. Switching the transmitter on/off To switch the To switch the transmitter Press and hold the operation/pairing button...
Danger of hearing damage! CAUTION! Listening at high volume levels for long periods can lead to permanent hearing defects. Sennheiser earphones also sound exceptionally good at low volumes. Set the volume of the audio device to the minimum before switching the earphones...
Keep all liquids away from the devices. Do not use any cleansing agents or solvents. For reasons of hygiene, clean your Sennheiser products regularly. Before cleaning, disconnect the devices from the mains. Only use a slightly damp cloth to clean the devices.
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CAUTION! Rechargeable manufacturers may cause damage to the earphones and will invalidate the warranty. Only use original Sennheiser rechargeable button cells (see page 22). Slightly lift the end of the caps and slide the caps out of the guide rails.
• other wireless devices operating on similar frequencies (around 2.4 GHz) within your immediate vicinity. In order to optimise the transmission quality of your MX W1, please make sure to: • attach the transmitter at the centre of your chest or back, •...
Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause No operation Battery is flat indication No sound Jack plug connection is incorrect Transmitter or earphones are switched Audio device is switched Volume of the audio device is adjusted too Housing of player or something else blocks the transmission Transmission between the transmitter and...
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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 agent for assistance. Possible solution Charge from the...
Specifications System Modulation Carrier frequencies Range Power supply unit with country adaptors Operating temperature Transmitter Audio connection Charging time of rechargeable battery Power supply Operating time Weight Dimensions Earphones Max. SPL Frequency response Charging time of rechargeable battery Power supply Rechargeable battery (lithium-ion button cell) Operating time...
Power supply Weight Dimensions “kleer” wireless technology The MX W1 is based on “kleer” digital wireless trans- mission technology. • Multiple (stereo) earphones capability • Lossless sound transmission (CD quality) • Smaller size of the devices • Lower battery consumption The Kleer logo is a trademark of Kleer Inc.
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• 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. SENNHEISER...
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Meet the requirements for: USA: FCC ID: Canada: Europe: Australia & New Zealand: Singapore: Complies with IDA Standards DB100582 Russia: DMOMXW1T DMOMXW1R 2099A-MXW1T 2099A-MXW1R...
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