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A separate tweeter and woofer ensure premium audio clarity. The powerful and stylish Shure SE420 includes a carrying case, modular cables, interchangeable Sound Isolating™ sleeves and adapters—providing a comfortable, personalized fit and maximum portability.
WEARING THE EARPHONES Two suggested methods for wearing the earphones are illustrated below. Over the ear in back Tighten the cable and take up slack by raising the cable sleeve. Over the ear in front...
INSERTING THE EARPHONES If the earphone seems to be lacking in low frequency response (bass), check the tightness of the seal between the earphone and your ear, or try one of the other sleeve options. Warning: Do not push the earphone sleeve beyond the ear canal opening. To change earphone sleeve, twist and pull sleeve to remove it from the nozzle.
REMOVING THE EARPHONES Grasp the body of earphone and gently twist to remove. Note: Do not pull on cable to remove earphone.
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CHOOSING AN EARPHONE SLEEVE Your earphones come with a selection of sleeves. Make sure the sleeve you choose is easy to insert into your ear, fits comfortably, and is easy to remove from your ear. Soft Flex Sleeves In small, medium, and large sizes. Made from pliable rubber.
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CLEANING THE EARPHONE NOZZLE If you notice a change in sound quality, remove the sleeve and check the nozzle of your earphone. If nozzle is blocked, clear obstruction by using wire loop end of cleaning tool. Nozzle Barb When cleaning, do not force any object through the earphone nozzle! This will damage the earphone sound filter.
• Stereo Adapter Plug - 1/4 in. (6.5mm) to 1/8 in. (3.5mm) • Airline Adapter ACCESSORIES For information about earphone accessories (listed below) and other Shure products visit: www.shure.com • Replacement Sleeves • Carrying Case • Adapters • Extension Cable •...
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Transducer type Sensitivity (at 1khz) Impedance (at 1kHz) DC Resistance Frequency Range Input connector Net weight Operational temperature Storage temperature Dual balanced-armature drivers 109 dB SPL/mW 22 W 18 W 20Hz - 19kHz 3.5mm (1/8 in.) gold-plated stereo plug 29.5 g (1.04 oz) -18°...
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CUSTOM EARPHONE SLEEVES Those who use earphones regularly for extended periods of time often find custom-fit molded sleeves offer the best comfort and sound isolation. Ask a Hearing Health Care Professional about creating custom molded sleeves for your earphones. For more information, contact: Sensaphonics Hearing Conservation Toll Free: (877) 848-1714 660 N.
MAINTENANCE Careful maintenance ensures a tight seal between the sleeve and nozzle, improving sound quality and product safety. Keep the earphones and sleeves as clean and dry as possible. To clean sleeves, remove them from earphones, gently rinse in warm water and air dry.
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CERTIFICATION Eligible to bear CE marking. Conforms to European EMC Directive 89/336/EEC. Meets applicable tests and performance criteria in European Standard EN 55103 (1996) Parts 1 and 2, for residential (E1) and light industrial (E2) environments.
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