Focal Bathys - Ear Noise Cancelling Headphones Manual

Technical Information

Package contents

• 1 x Bathys headphones
• 1 x carrying case
• 1 x Jack cable
• 1 x USB-C® cable
• 1 x Quick Start
• 1 x Brand content

Application

The Focal app allows you to configure and control the headphones from your mobile device, including via your smartphone.

Using the app, you can manage Bluetooth® connections, headphones settings and access any new features added through updates (EQ).

• Download the app App
  Store Google Store
• Follow the instructions in the app
  

* For development purposes, FOCAL-JMLab reserves the right to modify the technical specifications of its products without prior notice. Non-contractual images.

Powering on - Powering off - Pairing

To turn on the headphones, slide the power button to ON.

To turn them off, return the button to the OFF position. If you stop using the headphones for longer than 15 minutes, in Bluetooth® mode, they will automatically enter standby. To turn back on from standby, press the multifunction button.

The headphones can save up to 8 devices. When you turn them on, the headphones will attempt to connect to one of the saved devices. To launch pairing with another device, press and hold the multifunction button for 4 seconds; the logo will flash and a sound signal will be emitted. Go to the Bluetooth® settings on the device to connect to the headphones. Once paired with the device, the headphones are ready to use.

Using the headphones in Bluetooth®, jack and USB DAC modes

Bluetooth®

To use the headphones in Bluetooth® mode, the power switch must be in the ON position. When using the headphones for the first time, the pairing mode is automatically enabled. To connect to the device, go to its Bluetooth® settings and connect it to the "Focal Bathys" headphones. Once the pairing is successful, the headphones are ready to use.

To connect to another device, enable the pairing mode on the headphones by pressing and holding the multifunction button for 4 seconds. The logo will flash and a sound signal will be emitted. Go into the Bluetooth® settings for the device to connect the headphones. In free field, the Bluetooth® has a 16.4-yard (15-metre) range. Beyond that distance, the headphones will disconnect from the source.

To use the headphones with the jack mode, you must use the jack cable supplied in the pack. Connect the cable to the jack input on the right-hand earcup of the headphones. The power switch must be in the ON position. When you connect the jack cable, the Bluetooth® function will disconnect.

Jack

To use the headphones with the jack mode, you must use the jack cable supplied in the pack. Connect the cable to the jack input on the right-hand earcup of the headphones. The power switch must be in the ON position. When you connect the jack cable, the Bluetooth® function will disconnect.
If the cable is damaged, contact your dealer who will supply you with the spare parts you need.

USB DAC

To use the USB DAC mode, use the USB-C® cable supplied with the product and move the power switch to the DAC position.

If the cable is damaged, contact your dealer who will supply you with the spare parts you need.

Playing multimedia - Volume

Charging the headphones

To charge the headphones, use the USB-C® supplied and connect it to the USB-C® input on the right-hand earcup of the headphones. The power switch must be in either the OFF or ON position. The headphones must be switched off while they are being charged.

If you use a USB AC adapter, it must have a 5-volt output and a 300mA current as a minimum.

The headphones come equipped with the fast charging feature. To use it, connect the device to a 2-amp (2000mA) adapter.

15 minutes of fast charging will give you around 5 hours of additional listening time. It takes around one and a half hours to fully charge the headphones (with 2 amps). With a full charge, you will have approximately 30 hours of battery life.

The battery's performance diminishes over time and the more times it is charged. The battery life, charging time and fast-charging time shown are therefore likely to change.

During charging, the battery light will flash white. Once the battery is fully charged, the battery light will stay white.

Active noise reduction - Transparency mode

To change the noise reduction mode or enable the transparency mode, press the button located on the left-hand earcup of the headphones. Choose between noise reduction and transparency mode with a short press. Change the noise reduction mode by pressing and holding for 2 seconds.

These modes can be changed using the app.
There are 2 noise reduction modes and one transparency mode.

• Silent: provides the highest level of noise reduction.
• Soft: reduces the lowest-frequency noises while allowing you to hear ambient noise.
• Transparency: allows you to hear ambient noise and have a conversation without removing the headphones, while continuing to listen to your music.

If the headphones are used without music in the DAC position, the active noise reduction feature reduces background noise. The noise reduction will work as long as there is battery. If the ON position is used, the headphones will automatically enter standby after 15 minutes, which will switch off active noise reduction. You should follow the same precautions relating to active noise reduction as when using the feature with music.

Voice assistants

The headphones are compatible with the Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa voice assistants, as well as the voice assistants on your devices. In the app, choose which voice assistant you want to use and connect to the Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa account. To activate this feature, press the button on the righthand earcup of the headphones, and speak.

Telephone communications

If you receive a call while you are listening to music, the playback will pause and you will hear a ringtone through the headphones. The headphones are fitted with microphones which use Clear Voice® technology. To answer, press the multifunction button. To hang up, press this same button again. To reject the call, press and hold on the multifunction button for 2 seconds.

Product lighting

The headphones are fitted with LEDs on the earcups. You can deactivate the use of different lights via the app in Bluetooth® mode.

Connecting to several devices at the same time

The headphones are fitted with multipoint Bluetooth® technology which allows them to be connected to two devices at the same time. The headphones can therefore switch easily between two audio sources without using the normal process of Bluetooth® reconnection. The headphones can also automatically answer a call on your phone when you are listening to audio content on another source (for example, a computer or tablet).

The headphones can save up to 8 devices. If more than 8 different devices are connected, the device that was paired first will be removed. You will need to pair it again. To do this, press and hold the multifunction button for 4 seconds.

Replacing the earpads

If your earpads show signs of wear, they are easy to replace: carefully pull on your earpads to detach the 6 clips.

When you are replacing the earpads, ensure that the clips are all correctly mounted so as not to alter the sound quality and active noise reduction. They must be replaced with the same model. Contact your dealer, who will be able to provide you with the spare parts you need.

Cleaning the headphones

You can clean the headphones by simply dusting with a soft, dry cloth. If there are any stains or marks on the leather parts, contact a specialist as it is not advisable to clean this material yourself.

Storing the headphones

When you are not using the headphones, we recommend that you switch them off and store them flat in their carrying case, turning the earcups to face inwards.

Fully charge the battery if you do not plan on using the headphones for several months. If the headphones are not in use for a prolonged period, charge the battery fully every 3 months in order to preserve device performance.

Firmware update

Use the app to update the firmware for the headphones, without which some of the device's features will no longer be available.

Restoring the factory settings - Forced shutdown

To restore the factory settings on the headphones, press and hold the "–" and "ANC" buttons at the same time for 8 seconds. Everything saved on the headphones will be deleted.

To carry out a forced shutdown on the headphones, press the "+", "-" and "ANC" buttons at the same time. The latest settings used on the headphones will be stored.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter any difficulties when using the product, consult the frequently asked questions (FAQ) on our website. If the problem persists, contact customer service.

Warranty

Outside France, Focal equipment is covered by a warranty for which the terms and conditions are determined or implemented locally by the official Focal distributor for each country, in accordance with the laws in force in the region in question.

To facilitate the Focal-JMlab warranty, it is now possible to register your product online, at www.focal.com/warranty

Documents / Resources

References

• App Store - Apple
• Google Play
• Focal

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