Safety precautions Follow applicable laws regarding mobile phone and headphone use if using headphones while driving. Do not use the product in places where the inability to hear ambient sound presents a serious risk (such as at railroad crossings, train stations, and construction sites). To prevent damage to your hearing, do not raise the volume too high.
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.
Part names and functions Headset L/R (left/right) indicator Earpad Headband Slider...
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Part names and functions Joint Housing Microphone Cable stopper 3.5 mm (1/8”) gold-plated stereo 3-pole mini-plug XLR-M connector (3-pin) Accessories 6.3 mm (1/4”) stereo adapter Earpads At the time of purchase, the earpads that are made of mesh material with excellent air permeability for increased comfort are attached to the headset.
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.
Using the product Connecting to and using an audio interface is explained as an example. Refer to the user manual of the audio interface to be connected and use it properly. An audio interface that has a microphone input (balanced input) compatible with a phantom power supply is required to use the microphone of the product.
Using the product USB cable (included with audio interface) Make sure the audio interface is turned on, and turn phantom power ON. Place the product with the side marked “L” on your left ear and the side marked “R” on your right ear, and adjust the headband length by sliding the slider.
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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. Use a dry cloth to clean the headphones and the in-line controller. Wipe away any perspiration or dirt from the cable with a dry cloth immediately after use.
Specifications Headphones Type Closed-back dynamic Driver 45 mm Sensitivity 99 dB/mW Frequency response 15 to 28,000 Hz 1,600 mW Maximum input power Impedance 38 ohms Microphone Type Back electret condenser Unidirectional Polar pattern Sensitivity -44.5 dB (0 dB=1 V/Pa, at 1 kHz) Frequency response 50 to 20,000 Hz (at 3 cm) Phantom power...
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