Safety precautions Although this product was designed to be used safely, failing to use it correctly may result in an accident. To ensure safety, observe all warnings and cautions while using the product. Cautions for the headphones Do not use the product near medical equipment. Radio waves may affect cardiac pacemakers and medical electronic equipment.
Safety precautions Do not charge with devices that have quick-charge functionality (with a voltage of 5 V or more). Doing so may cause the product to malfunction. Do not store the product in direct sunlight, near heating devices, or in hot, humid, or dusty places because such storage could cause malfunction or defect.
Notes on use Be sure to read the connected device’s user manual before use. Audio-Technica will not be liable in any way for any loss of data in the unlikely event that such losses should occur while using the product. On public transportation or in other public places, keep the volume low so as not to disturb other people.
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Notes on use Operate the touch sensor with one finger. Operating with a sharp-tipped object, such as a ballpoint pen or pencil, may result not only in incorrect operation, but also damage to the touch sensor. Do not touch the touch sensor with your fingertips. Doing so may cause your fingernail to break. If the product does not operate at all or as intended when touched, check to make sure that your other fingers, parts of your hand, or clothing items are not in contact when touching.
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Waterproof and dustproof performance The waterproof performance of the product is designed to prevent the ingress of liquids from sweating during operation and simple washing (equivalent to IPX5/7). JIS/IEC protection grade IPX5 means that the earphones are protected against exposure to water jets. JIS/IEC protection grade IPX7 means that the earphones are protected from being affected by immersion in water.
For a more comfortable Bluetooth communication experience The effective communication range of this product varies depending on obstructions and radio wave conditions. For a more enjoyable experience, please use the product as close as possible to the Bluetooth device. To minimize noise and sound disruptions, avoid placing your body or other obstacles between the product’s antenna and the Bluetooth device.
Part names and functions Headphones L/R (left/right) indicator Multifunction buttons Use to play/pause music, answer phone calls, and adjust sound volume. The L (left) side has a protrusion for distinguishing between the left and right. Indicator lamps Display the operating status and battery level of the headphones. Touch sensors Use to operate specific functions such as switching equalizer settings or turning on/off the hear-through function.
Part names and functions Charging case Cover Charging indicator lamps Light/flash when charging the charging case. Also display the battery level of the charging case. Battery jack Use to connect the included USB charging cable and charge the product. Strap holes Use to attach the included strap.
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Part names and functions Eartips (XS, S, M, L) At the time of purchase, the M-size eartips are attached to the product. Ear fins (XS, S, M, L) At the time of purchase, the M-size ear fins are attached to the product. Only the XS-size ear fins are shaped differently.
Charging the battery Fully charge the battery when using for the first time. When the rechargeable battery is running low, the voice guidance will play the message “Low battery”, and the indicator lamp will flash in red. Charge the battery as soon as possible. It takes about 2 hours to fully charge the headphones, and about 3 hours to fully charge the charging case.
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Charging the battery Connect the included USB charging cable (USB Type-A side) to the computer to start charging. While charging, the four charging indicator lamps light/flash as follows. (It may take several seconds for the charging indicator lamps to light.) Charging indicator lamp Status Flashes/lights in white (The four...
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Charging the battery While charging, the indicator lamps light as follows. (It may take several seconds for the indicator lamps to light.) Indicator lamps Indicator lamp Status Lights in white Charging Charging complete / Charging case battery has no power When charging the headphones, make sure the indicator lamps on the headphones light up.
Power supply ON/OFF Turning on the product Remove the headphones from the charging case. The power will turn on automatically, and the indicator lamps will light in white and then flash. Voice guidance is played. It may take several seconds for the indicator lamps to light. See "Voice guidance"...
Use your Bluetooth device to begin the pairing process and search for the product. When your Bluetooth device finds the product, “ATH-SPORT5TW” will be displayed on the device. For information about using your Bluetooth device, refer to the device’s user manual.
Connecting via Bluetooth Pairing with Fast Pair In one touch, the product enables quick, effortless Bluetooth pairing with your Android devices. You can even check to see where you last placed it. Turn on the Bluetooth function on an Android device configured with a Google account. ...
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Connecting via Bluetooth If the product is sent out for repair. If the product is reset.
Wearing the product Insert the side of the product marked “L” (left) into the left ear and the side marked “R” (right) into the right ear. Rotate the headphone backward so that the ear fin fits securely in your ear. Attaching/removing the ear fins The product includes ear fins in 4 sizes (XS, S, M, and L).
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Wearing the product Make sure the alignment marks are correct. Alignment marks If the alignment marks are not correct, the headphones may not fit in the charging case, preventing charging.
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Ear detection function The product has a built-in sensor. The sensor detects when the product is removed from or inserted into the ear, and automatically performs operations during music playback or a call. Unlocking The multifunction buttons and touch sensors are locked to prevent erroneous operations. The built-in sensors detect when the headphones are inserted into the ears to enable button and touch operations.
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Ear detection function Turning ear detection function on/off The ear detection function can be turned on or off as desired. When the function is turned off, the multifunction buttons and touch sensors will remain unlocked, enabling button and touch operations without having to insert the headphones into your ears.
Touch sensors The product has touch sensors. When performing operations, touch the sensors using the pad of your finger, not the fingertip. Operate the touch sensor with one finger. Operating with a sharp-tipped object, such as a ballpoint pen or pencil, may result not only in incorrect operation, but also damage to the touch sensor.
Using the product The product can use Bluetooth wireless technology to connect to your device and play music, receive phone calls, etc. Use the product for whichever of these purposes suits your needs. Note that Audio-Technica cannot guarantee the operation of displays, such as the battery level display, or applications via Bluetooth devices. Listening to music To connect for the first time, pair the product and your device via Bluetooth wireless technology.
Using the product Operation Function Press Starts or pauses playback. Press (twice) Plays the next track. Press (three times) Plays the previous track / returns to the start of the track. The controls explained above may not be available on some smartphones. L (left) side headphone multifunction-button operations Multifunction button Operation...
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Using the product To end the call, press and hold (about 2 seconds) the multifunction button on the L (left) or R (right) side headphone. Calls can be ended from either the L (left) or R (right) side headphone. If the call was received while listening to music, playback is resumed.
Using the product L (left) side headphone multifunction-button operations Multifunction button Operation Function Receiving a call: Answers the call. Press During a call: Increases the call volume by 1 level. Press (twice) During a call: Decreases the call volume by 1 level. Receiving a call: Rejects the call.
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Using the product Touch the touch sensor on the L (Left) side headphone twice in a row. The voice guidance will play a message (“Original sound”, “Bass boost”, or “Clear voice”) and the equalizer setting will change with every touch. Equalizer settings The following equalizer settings can be selected for the product.
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Using the product The controls explained above may not be available on some smartphones. L (left) / R (right) side headphone multifunction-button operations When easy control mode is on, multifunction button operations for both the L (left) and R (right) sides are as follows. Operation Function Starts or pauses playback.
Using the product Press and hold (about 6 seconds) the multifunction button on the R (right) side headphone while music is paused. Every time the button is pressed and held (about 6 seconds), the voice guidance will play the message “Google Assistant on”...
Indicator lamp display Pairing Status Indicator lamp display pattern ○ - ○ - ○ ・ ・・ Flashing white (gradually lighting up) Searching for devices (The indicator lamp on one side will flash white quickly, and the other will flash white slowly.) Connecting Status Indicator lamp display pattern ○○----○○----○○ ...
Voice guidance The product plays English voice guidance in the following situations. Situation Voice guidance Voice guidance varies depending on the battery level. Battery level high Power is turned on Battery level medium Battery level low Bluetooth is connected Bluetooth connected Bluetooth is disconnected Bluetooth disconnected Google Assistant on...
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Cleaning Get into the habit of regularly cleaning the product to ensure that it will last for a long time. Do not use alcohol, paint thinners, or other solvents for cleaning purposes. Headphones Remove the eartips when cleaning the headphones. The headphones may not operate correctly if the headphones are wet.
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Cleaning Wipe off any water that remains in the gap between the sound reproduction part and the microphone by gently pressing the headphones against a dry, clean, and soft cloth. Do not wipe off any water in the gap with a cotton swab, etc. Dry the product thoroughly in a well-ventilated shady location.
Eartips Eartip size The product includes silicone eartips in 4 sizes (XS, S, M, and L). At the time of purchase, the M-size silicone eartips are attached. To ensure the best sound quality, select the eartip size that is best suited for you, and adjust the eartips inside your ears for a snug fit.
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Forced pairing mode / reset If the product does not connect to a device (forced pairing mode) If pairing cannot be canceled or is not successful, you can use forced pairing mode to perform pairing again. About 5 seconds after both headphones (L (left) and R (right) sides) are placed in the charging case (with ...
Troubleshooting Power is not supplied Charge the product. Unable to pair Confirm that the Bluetooth device communicates using Ver. 2.1+EDR or higher. Place the product and the Bluetooth device within 1 m (3.3') of each other. Set the profiles for the Bluetooth device. For procedures on how to set profiles, refer to the Bluetooth device’s user manual.
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Troubleshooting Sound is distorted / Noise is heard / Sound cuts out Turn down the volume on the product and the Bluetooth device. Keep the product away from devices that emit radio waves such as microwaves and wireless routers. Keep the product away from TVs, radios, and devices with built-in tuners. These devices can also be affected by the product.
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Troubleshooting The ear detection function does not work Check if the ear detection function is on. Insert the product properly into your ears. After removing the headphones from the charging case, check that the indicator lamps on the headphones are flashing (ready to use) before wearing them. The ear detection function may not work correctly if the headphones are worn while the indicator lamps are not flashing.
Specifications Headphones Type Dynamic Driver 5.8 mm Sensitivity 104 dB/mW Frequency response 20 to 20,000 Hz Impedance 16 ohms Microphone Type MEMS type Polar pattern Omnidirectional Sensitivity −38 dB (1 V/Pa, at 1 kHz) Frequency response 100 to 10,000 Hz Communication specifications Communication system Bluetooth version 5.0...
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Specifications Other Headphones: DC 3.7 V lithium ion battery Power supply Charging case: DC 3.7 V lithium ion battery Headphones: Approx. 2 hours Charging time Charging case: Approx. 3 hours Continuous transmission time (music playback): Max. approx. 12 hours Operating time (headphones) Max.
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