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  • Page 1 ATH-WB2022 Wireless Headphones User Manual English...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    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 product Do not use the product near medical equipment. Radio waves may affect cardiac pacemakers and medical electronic equipment.

  • Page 3: For Customers In The Usa

    Safety precautions If battery fluid leaks, do not touch fluid with bare hands. If fluid remains inside the product, it may cause malfunction. If battery fluid leaks, contact your local Audio-Technica dealer. If fluid gets in your mouth, gargle thoroughly with clean water such as tap water and consult a doctor immediately.

  • Page 4: For Customers In Canada

    Safety precautions – Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. – Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. – Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. – Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter used in other systems.

  • Page 5: Notes On Use

    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.

  • Page 6: For A More Comfortable Bluetooth Communication Experience

    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 (L side) and the Bluetooth device.

  • Page 7: Part Names And Functions

    Part names and functions Headphones L/R (left/right) indicator Earpad Headband Slider Joint Housing Microphone Operation area (R (right) side) Volume button (+) Volume button (–)
  • Page 8 Part names and functions Operation area (L (left) side) Indicator lamp Displays the operating status and battery level of the product. Battery jack Use to connect the included exclusive USB cable for charging and wired connection. Power supply / control button Use to turn the power supply ON/OFF and USB audio mode ON/OFF.
  • Page 9 Part names and functions Accessories ™ Exclusive USB cable (1.5 m (4.9'), USB Type-A / USB Type-C ™ Exclusive USB cable (1.5 m (4.9'), USB Type-C / USB Type-C Pouch (for storing cables) Case...

  • Page 10: Charging The Battery

    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 white. Charge the battery as soon as possible. It takes about 2.5 hours maximum to charge the battery fully.
  • Page 11 Charging the battery Disconnect the exclusive USB cable from the product’s battery jack. If you start to charge while the product is on, it will automatically turn off. When charging, make sure to use the included exclusive USB cable. The product may not charge with cables other than the included exclusive USB cable.

  • Page 12: Power Supply On/Off

    Power supply ON/OFF Turning on the product Remove this product from the case. The power will turn on automatically and the indicator lamp will light in white and then flash. Voice guidance is played. To turn on the power manually, press and hold the power supply / control button (about 2 seconds). It may take several seconds for the indicator lamp to light.
  • Page 13 Power supply ON/OFF The indicator lamp will light in white, turns off, and the power will turn off automatically. To turn off the power manually, press and hold the power supply / control button (about 2 seconds).

  • Page 14: Connecting Via Bluetooth

    Use your Bluetooth device to begin the pairing process and search for the product. When your Bluetooth device finds the product, “ATH-WB2022” will be displayed on the device. For information about using your Bluetooth device, refer to the device’s user manual.

  • Page 15: Multipoint Function

    Connecting via Bluetooth Multipoint function The product supports multipoint, which allows two Bluetooth devices to be connected at the same time. While you are listening to music with one device, you can answer a call that comes in from the other device. It is convenient if you have two smartphones, for example.

  • Page 16: Wearing The Product

    Wearing the product Put the side of the product marked “L” (LEFT) onto the left ear and the side marked “R” (RIGHT) onto the right ear, slide the slider up and down so that the earpads cover the ears, and then adjust the headband. Swivel mechanism You can fold the housing so that it lies flat.

  • Page 17: Listening To Music

    Using the product (Bluetooth connection) 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.
  • Page 18 Using the product (Bluetooth connection) Multifunction button operation Multifunction button 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. Depending on the connected device, activates the device’s speech Press and hold (about 2 seconds) recognition feature (such as Siri for compatible iOS devices).

  • Page 19: Talking On The Phone

    Using the product (Bluetooth connection) Talking on the phone If your Bluetooth device supports telephone features, you can use the product to talk on the phone. Turn on the product and place the product on your ears. Make/receive calls with your Bluetooth device. When your Bluetooth device receives a phone call, the product sounds a ringtone.
  • Page 20 Using the product (Bluetooth connection) Multifunction button operation Multifunction button Operation Function Press Receiving a call: Answers the call. Press (twice) During a call: Switches the microphone mute on/off. Receiving a call: Rejects the call. Press and hold (about 2 seconds) Making a call: Cancels the call.

  • Page 21: Auto Power Off Function

    Using the product (Bluetooth connection) Auto power off function The product automatically turns off after 5 minutes of not being connected to a device. App for smartphones This product is compatible with our “CONNECT” app. The app gives you convenient access to various functions. It also allows you to update the product’s firmware.
  • Page 22 Using the product (USB audio mode) The product is equipped with USB audio mode to play back music with a wired connection. The buttons on the product are not operational when using a wired connection. Our “CONNECT” app cannot be used when using a wired connection. The product will not pick up your voice when using USB audio mode.
  • Page 23 Using the product (USB audio mode) Start music playback on your computer. After starting the music player program on your computer, music may not play on the product if you use a wired connection. In this case, close your music player program and then restart it. The first time you connect to your computer in USB audio mode, the computer volume is set to the highest level.
  • Page 24 Using the product (USB audio mode) Advanced sound settings Configure the following settings to change the volume and sample rate. In the “Sound” window, select “More sound settings”.
  • Page 25 Using the product (USB audio mode) On the “Playback” tab, confirm that this product is selected. If this product is not selected, select it and click “Set Default”.
  • Page 26 Using the product (USB audio mode) Double-click the product icon and open the properties. Select the “Levels” tab, confirm that the headphone speaker icon is on, configure the main volume, and then click “OK”. If it is not on, click the speaker icon and turn it on. You can also adjust the volume with your music player program.
  • Page 27 Using the product (USB audio mode) Select the “Advanced” tab, configure the audio quality, and then select “Apply”.
  • Page 28 Using the product (USB audio mode) When the following message appears, click “Yes”. Click “OK”. For Windows 10 Check if this product is correctly recognized by your computer. Open the Start Menu and select “Settings”. Select “System”.
  • Page 29 Using the product (USB audio mode) Select “Sound”. In “Output”, confirm that this product is selected. Advanced sound settings Configure the following settings to change the volume and sample rate. In the “Sound” window, select “Sound Control Panel”.
  • Page 30 Using the product (USB audio mode) On the “Playback” tab, confirm that this product is selected. If this product is not selected, select it and click “Set Default”.
  • Page 31 Using the product (USB audio mode) Double-click the product icon and open the properties. Select the “Levels” tab, confirm that the headphone speaker icon is on, configure the main volume, and then click “OK”. If it is not on, click the speaker icon and turn it on. You can also adjust the volume with your music player program.
  • Page 32 Using the product (USB audio mode) When the following message appears, click “Yes”. Click “OK”. Computer settings (macOS Catalina, macOS Big Sur, macOS Monterey) Check if this product is correctly recognized by your computer.
  • Page 33 Using the product (USB audio mode) Click the Apple icon and select “System Preferences”. Click “Sound”. On the “Output” tab, confirm that this product is selected. You can set the left-right volume balance in “Balance”. In “Output volume”, adjust the playback output volume from your computer. Advanced sound settings Configure the following settings to change the sample rate.
  • Page 34 Using the product (USB audio mode) If the L/R (left/right) volume sounds different when this product is connected, check if the “Front Left” and “Front Right” values are the same in the “Audio Devices” window.

  • Page 35: Indicator Lamp Display

    Indicator lamp display The indicator lamp of the product indicates the product’s status. Pairing Status Indicator lamp display pattern ○ - ○ - ○  ・ ・・ Searching for devices Flashing white (gradually lighting up) Connecting Status Indicator lamp display pattern ○-----○-----○  ・ ・・ Connecting Flashing white in 5-second intervals Music is playing USB audio mode...

  • Page 36: Voice Guidance

    Voice guidance The product plays English voice guidance in the following situations. Situation Voice guidance Bluetooth is connected Connected Bluetooth is disconnected Disconnected Low latency mode ON Low latency Low latency mode OFF Low latency off Maximum volume Minimum volume Minimum Battery level is low Low battery...
  • Page 37 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. Use a dry cloth to clean the headphones. To clean the earpads and headband, wipe with a dry cloth.
  • Page 38 Forced pairing mode / reset If the product does not connect to a device (forced pairing mode) If pairing cannot be cancelled or is not successful, you can use forced pairing mode to perform pairing again. With the product turned on, press and hold (about 6 seconds) the volume buttons (+/–) at the same time.

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    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.
  • Page 40 Troubleshooting Keep the product away from TVs, radios, and devices with built-in tuners. These devices can also be affected by the product. Turn off the equalizer settings of the Bluetooth device. Remove obstacles between the product and the Bluetooth device and place them closer together. For details, refer to "For a more comfortable Bluetooth communication experience"...

  • Page 41: Communication Specifications

    Specifications Headphones Type Closed-back dynamic Driver 45 mm Sensitivity 106 dB/mW Frequency response 5 to 45,000 Hz 47 ohms Impedance Microphone Type Electret condenser Polar pattern Omnidirectional -35 dB (1 V/Pa, at 1 kHz) Sensitivity Frequency response 60 to 20,000 Hz Communication specifications Communication system Bluetooth version 5.1...
  • Page 42 Specifications USB audio mode specifications System requirements Compliant with USB 2.0 Intel Core 2 processor running at 2.2 GHz or faster, or an equivalent AMD processor 2 GB or more for 32-bit OS, 4 GB or more for 64-bit OS Windows 10, Windows 11 Supported operating systems macOS Catalina, macOS Big Sur, macOS Monterey...
  • Page 43 Trademarks ® The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by Audio-Technica Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. ™ USB Type-C is a trademark of USB Implementers Forum.
  • Page 44 株式会社オーディオテクニカ 〒194-8666 東京都町田市西成瀬2-46-1 www.audio-technica.co.jp Audio-Technica Corporation 2-46-1 Nishi-naruse, Machida, Tokyo 194-8666, Japan www.audio-technica.com ©2023 Audio-Technica Corporation Global Support Contact: www.at-globalsupport.com 132417970-02-01 ver.1 2023.01.15...

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