Audio-Technica ATH-SR30BT - Wireless Headphones Manual

Audio-Technica ATH-SR30BT - Wireless Headphones Manual

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Audio-Technica ATH-SR30BT - Wireless Headphones Manual

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.
  • Minimize the volume on your device before connecting the product.
  • When using the product in a dry environment, you may feel a tingling sensation in your ears. This is caused by static electricity accumulated on your body, not by product malfunction.
  • Do not subject the product to strong impact.
  • Do not store the product in direct sunlight, near heating devices, or in hot, humid, or dusty places. Additionally, do not allow the product to get wet.
  • When the product is used for a long time, the product may become discolored due to ultraviolet light (especially direct sunlight) and wear.
  • Make sure to hold the plug when connecting and disconnecting the USB charging cable. The USB charging cable may become severed or an accident may occur if you pull on the cable itself.
  • When you are not using the USB charging cable, disconnect it from the product.
  • If the product is placed in a bag while the USB charging cable is still connected, the USB charging cable may become caught, severed, or broken.
  • This product can be used to talk on the phone only when using a mobile telephone network. Support for telephony apps that use a mobile data network is not guaranteed.
  • If you use the product near an electronic device or transmitter (such as a mobile phone) which is not connected with the product, unwanted noise may be heard. In this case, move the product away from the electronic device or transmitter.
  • If you use the product near a TV or radio antenna, noise may be seen or heard in the television or radio signal. In this case, move the product away from the TV or radio antenna.
  • To protect the built-in rechargeable battery, charge it at least once every 6 months. If too much time passes between charges, the life of the rechargeable battery may be reduced, or the rechargeable battery may no longer be able to be charged.

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.

Part names and functions

Part names and functions

Charging the battery

  • Fully charge the battery when using for the first time.
  • When the rechargeable battery is running low, the product will beep through the headphones, and an indicator lamp will flash in red 3 times every 4 minutes. In this case, charge the battery.
  • It takes about 4 hours maximum to charge the battery fully. (This time may vary depending on usage conditions.)
  • While charging the battery, the product's Bluetooth connection remains disabled and therefore the product cannot be used.
  1. Connect the included USB charging cable (Micro USB Type-B side) to the battery jack.
  • The included USB charging cable is designed for exclusive use with the product. Do not use other cables to charge the product.
  • When inserting the USB charging cable into the USB port or battery jack, check that the connector is facing in the correct direction before inserting it directly (horizontally).
    Charging the battery
  1. Connect the included USB charging cable (USB Type-A side) to the computer to start charging.
  • While charging, the indicator lamp lights as follows (it may take several seconds for the indicator lamp to light).
    Lit in red: Charging
    Off: Charging complete
  1. When charging is complete, disconnect the USB charging cable (USB Type-A side) from the computer.
  2. Disconnect the USB charging cable (Micro USB Type-B) from the product's battery jack.

Connecting via Bluetooth wireless technology

To connect the product to a Bluetooth device, the product needs to pair (register) with the device.

Pairing a Bluetooth device

  • Read the user manual for the Bluetooth device.
  • Place the device within 1 m (3.3') of the product to perform pairing correctly.
  • To confirm the progress of the pairing process, wear the product while performing this procedure and listen for the confirmation tone.
  1. Starting with the product turned off, slide the power switch to the "ON" position.
  • The indicator lamp will light in white, and then flash.
  1. Use your Bluetooth device to begin the pairing process and search for the product.
    When your Bluetooth device finds the product, "ATH-SR30BT" will be displayed on the device.
  • For information about using your Bluetooth device, refer to the device's user manual.
  1. Select "ATH-SR30BT" to pair the product and your Bluetooth device.
  • Some devices may ask for a passkey. In this case, enter "0000". The passkey may also be called a passcode, PIN code, PIN number, or password.
  • The product sounds a confirmation tone when pairing is complete.

About pairing

When connecting a new Bluetooth device, you need to pair it with the product. Once the Bluetooth device and the product are paired, you do not need to pair them again.

However, in the following cases you will need to pair again even if the Bluetooth device was paired once:

  • If the product is deleted from the Bluetooth device's connection history.
  • If the product is sent out for repair.
  • If 9 or more devices are paired.
    (This product can save the pairing information of up to 8 devices. When you pair with a new device after pairing with 8 devices, pairing information for the device with the oldest connection date will be overwritten by the information for the new device.)
  • When switching Bluetooth devices, you may be unable to pair because the previously connected Bluetooth device cannot be disconnected. In this case, press and hold the volume buttons (+ and -) as shown in the figure for about 6 seconds. The product will start "searching for devices" and you can pair Bluetooth devices that you want to connect.

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.

Power supply ON/OFF

Power supply Power switch operation Indicator lamp
ON Lights in white, then flashes in white *1*2
OFF Lights in white, then turns off*2

*1 It may take several seconds for the indicator lamp to light.

*2 For details, refer to "Indicator lamp display".

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. After folding it flat, you can also fold the housing inside the headband.

  • The swivel mechanism cannot rotate more than 90 degrees. Do not apply excessive force.
    Swivel mechanism

Compact folding

You can fold the housing into the inner side of the headband using the joints at the fulcrum.
Compact folding

  • Be careful so as not to get your fingers caught in the joints.
  • When using the product, make sure to return the housing to the original position.

Listening to audio

  • To connect for the first time, pair the product and your device via Bluetooth wireless technology. If you have already paired the product and your Bluetooth device, turn on the Bluetooth device's Bluetooth connection before turning on the product.
  • Use your Bluetooth device to start playback, referring to the device's user manual as necessary.

Control button

Press Play/pause Plays or pauses music.*1
Press and hold The speech recognition function (such as Siri, which is installed on iOS devices) may start depending on the connected device.

Listening to audio

Volume buttons


+ button
Press Volume up Increases the volume by 1 level.*
Press and hold (for about 2 seconds) Skip forward Plays the next track.*
- button Press Volume down Decreases the volume by 1 level.*
Press and hold (for about 2 seconds) Skip back Plays the previous track.*

*1 Some controls may not be available for music on some smartphones.

*2 A beep is heard when the volume is at the maximum or minimum level.

  • The volume control of some devices may not work well with the product.

Talking on the phone

  • If your Bluetooth device supports telephone features, you can use the microphone built into the product to talk on the phone.
  • When your Bluetooth device receives a phone call, the product sounds a ring tone.
  • If a call is received while you are listening to music, music playback is paused. When you finish the call, music playback resumes.*
When Operation Function
Receiving a call Press the control button. Answers the call.
Press and hold the control button (for about 2 seconds). Rejects the call.
Talking on a call Press the control button. Ends the call.
Press and hold the control button (for about 2 seconds). Each time you press and hold the button (about 2 seconds), you switch the call to your mobile phone or to the product.
Press a volume button (+ or -). Adjusts the volume (+ or -) of the call.

* Depending on your Bluetooth device, music playback may not resume.

  • The phone call controls explained above may not be available on some smartphones.

Auto power off function

The product automatically turns off after 5 minutes of not being connected to a device that has its power turned on.

Reset function


If the product does not work or other malfunctions occur, refer to "Charging the battery" for information on inserting the USB charging cable to provide power, and then do a reset. Disconnecting and then reconnecting the USB charging cable will reset the product and should resolve any problem you are experiencing. If the problem persists, contact your local AudioTechnica dealer.

Resetting does not change any of your settings (pairing information, volume setting, etc.).

Indicator lamp display

The indicator lamp of the product indicates the product's status as explained below.

Status Indicator lamp display pattern
Red
White
Pairing Searching for device Flashing every 0.5 seconds
Connection Waiting to be connected Flashing twice every 4 seconds
Connecting Flashing every 3 seconds (: gradually lights up)
Battery level Battery level low Flashing 3 times every 4 minutes
Charging Charging Lit
Fully charged Off

About voice guidance

The product provides English voice guidance in the following situations.

Situation Voice guidance
Power is turned on Power on
Power is turned off Power off
Bluetooth is connected Bluetooth connected
Bluetooth is disconnected Bluetooth disconnected
Battery level low Low battery

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.

  • To clean, wipe with a dry cloth.
  • Wipe away dirt from the earpads and headband with a dry cloth. Sweat or water on the earpads and headband may cause the colors to fade. In this case, we recommend that you wipe them with a dry cloth and dry them out of direct sunlight.
  • If the product will not be used for an extended period of time, store it in a well-ventilated place free from high temperatures and humidity.
  • Earpads are consumable parts. Replace them when necessary as they will deteriorate through storage and use.

Contact your local Audio-Technica dealer for earpad replacement or other repairs.

Troubleshooting

Problem Solution
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.
  • Remove the pairing information for the Bluetooth device then pair the product with this device again.
  • Press and hold the volume buttons (+ and -) on the product for about 6 seconds. The product will start "searching for devices". Pair the Bluetooth device that you want to connect.
No sound is heard / Sound is faint.
  • Turn on the power of the product and the Bluetooth device.
  • Turn up the volume of the product and the Bluetooth device.
  • If the Bluetooth device is set to the HFP/HSP connection, switch to the A2DP connection.
  • Move away from obstacles between the product and the Bluetooth device, such as people, metal or walls, and place them closer together.
  • Switch the sound output of the Bluetooth device to the Bluetooth connection.
Sound is distorted / Noise is heard / Sound cuts out.
  • Turn down the volume of 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.
  • 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".
Cannot hear the voice of the caller / Voice of the caller is too quiet.
  • Turn on the power of the product and the Bluetooth device.
  • Turn up the volume of the product and the Bluetooth device.
  • If the Bluetooth device is set to the A2DP connection, switch to the HFP/HSP connection.
  • Switch the sound output of the Bluetooth device to the Bluetooth connection.
The product cannot be charged.
  • Securely connect the included USB charging cable and charge the product.
  • For details about how to operate your Bluetooth device, refer to the device's user manual.
  • If the problem still remains, reset the product. To reset the product, refer to "Reset function" under "Using the product".

Specifications

Headphones
Type Closed-back dynamic
Driver 40 mm
Sensitivity 99 dB/mW
Frequency response 5 to 35,000 Hz
Impedance 32 ohms
Microphone
Type Electret condenser
Polar pattern Omnidirectional
Sensitivity -44 dB (1 V/Pa, at 1 kHz)
Frequency response 100 to 10,000 Hz
Communication specifications
Communication system Bluetooth version 5.0 (BDR, EDR)
RF output 1.2 mW EIRP
Maximum communication range Line of sight - approx. 10 m (33')
Frequency band 2.402 GHz to 2.480 GHz
Modulation method FHSS
Compatible Bluetooth profiles A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP
Support codec AAC, SBC
Supported content protection method SCMS-T
Transmission band 20 to 20,000 Hz
Other
Power supply DC 3.7 V lithium polymer battery
Charging time Approx. 4 hours*
Operating time Continuous transmission time (music playback): Max. approx. 70 hours*
Weight 190 g (6.7 oz)
Operating temperature 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F)
Accessories
  • USB charging cable (30 cm (12") USB Type-A / Micro USB Type-B)
Sold separately
  • Earpad

* The above figures depend on operating conditions.
For product improvement, the product is subject to modification without notice.

  • The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Audio-Technica Corporation is under license. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.
  • "AAC" logo is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories.


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