Beyerdynamic XELENTO Wireless - Audiophile Tesla in-ear headphones with Bluetooth Manual

SCOPE OF DELIVERY

• Xelento in-ear headphones (2nd generation), left and right earphones
• Bluetooth receiver with remote control
• Connecting cable with remote control, 3.5 mm 4-pole jack
• USB cable (USB-A to USB-C)
• Seven pairs of silicone eartips
• Three pairs of foam eartips (type Comply Tx-500)
• Two cable clips
• Storage case
• Spare wax guard
• Microfibre cleaning cloth
• Quick Start Guide and Compliance Booklet

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

1. Earphones with replaceable eartips
2. Remote control with:
   • [+] / [-] Volume up / volume down
   • ( ) Multifunction button (middle button)
   • Microphone on the back
3. Status LED
4. On/off button
5. USB-C port for cable (underneath)

FIRST STEPS

Using and fitting the eartips

So that you can choose the best possible fit and comfort, your Xelento in-ear headphones come with eartips in ten different sizes and two different materials.

Every ear is unique, and the size of the eartip required may vary from one ear to another. Please take the time to try out different sizes and pick the most suitable one – it's worth the effort!

Silicone eartips

The sizes XS to XXXL are marked on the shaft of the silicone eartips.

Comply foam eartips

Size
2x each

Fitting the silicone eartips

• Carefully place the silicone eartips on the housings.
  The oval opening of the eartip follows the oval shape of the housing.
  

Adjusting and fitting Comply eartips

• Before inserting, roll the eartip attached to the earphone tightly lengthwise between your fingers.
  After insertion, the eartips expand again and provide good support for the earphone, even when you are moving.
  

Removing Comply eartips

• To remove Comply eartips, squeeze them firmly and pull them off the housing with a slight twisting motion.

Replacing eartips

If you are using them regularly, we recommend changing the eartips every three months.
Replacement silicone eartips can be ordered from the beyerdynamic spare parts shop: www.beyerdynamic.com/service/spare-parts
Replacement Comply foam eartips, together with dealers where you can order the eartips, can be found online at: www.complyfoam.com
Eartip types used: Tx-500

1. Carefully remove the eartip from the earphone.
   

Dirty sound outlets can be cleaned by replacing the small wax guard grilles.

• Use the enclosed microfibre cleaning cloth to clean the earphone's sound outlet of residues.
  
• Make sure that no liquid flows into the outlet.

2. Put the new eartip on the earphone.
   

Eartip care

The eartips on your in-ear headphones should be cleaned regularly and then dried with the microfibre cleaning cloth provided.

• For cleaning instructions, see "Cleaning".

INSERTING AND WEARING THE DEVICE

Due to the anatomical shape of the earphone housing, the cable of the Xelento wireless is routed behind the ear. This way of wearing the earphones effectively suppresses cable noise, and the earphones sit firmly in the ear even when the cable is pulled.

• Insert the earphones into your ears and guide the cable upwards behind your ears.
  

The right-hand cable end has a small, raised dot to mark the right-hand side.

Cable clip
You can use the cable clip supplied to secure the jack lead of your Xelento wireless in-ear headphones.
This prevents the cable from getting tangled and avoids unwanted noise when using the microphone, for example, while talking on the phone.

ATTACHING AND CHANGING THE CABLE

Xelento wireless in-ear headphones have plug-in cables on the earphone housings with standard MMCX connectors with locking mechanisms.

When detaching or attaching the cable on the Xelento wireless earphones or the playback device, always hold the cable by the connector to avoid damaging the cable or earphones. Do not pull directly on the cable!

Detaching / attaching the cable on the earphone

1. To detach or attach the cable, hold the in-ear headphones by the earphone housing and the plug.
   Never pull directly on the cable! The cable or the earphone may be damaged if you do!
2. Detach the cable.
   
3. Attach the cable.
   

Detaching / attaching the jack lead on the playback device

• Hold the lead by the jack plug and detach or attach.
  

CHARGING THE BATTERY

We recommend you use only the supplied USB cable to charge the battery.

1. Using the USB charging cable supplied, connect the in-ear headphones to any standard-compliant live USB-A-compatible socket (e.g. USB power supply).
2. Remove the USB charging cable after charging.

LED display of charge level:
Flashing red:	Battery 0–30% full
Flashing yellow:	Battery 30–70% full
Flashing green:	Battery 70–99% full
Steady green:	Battery 100% full

Remarks on the life of Li-ion batteries

• When fully charged, disconnect the USB cable from the charger and the product.
• 
  High temperatures, especially with a high charge level, can cause irreversible damage.
• If the battery is not used or is stored for extended periods of time, it is recommended to charge it to approx. 50% and store it at no more than 20°C.
• Switch off the battery-powered product after use.

BEYERDYNAMIC MIY APP

The MIY App from beyerdynamic can be downloaded from the App Store or Google Play.
The MIY App from beyerdynamic is constantly evolving so you can tailor your Xelento wireless to your needs with useful functions such as MOSAYC sound personalisation, tracking statistics of your daily listening habits and other settings. If you use the MOSAYC sound personalisation, your Xelento wireless will sound even better.

SOFTWARE-UPDATE

Software updates are easily available via the MIY App.

COMPATIBILITY WITH PLAYBACK DEVICES

Xelento wireless is compatible with Bluetooth® playback devices that support the following profiles:

• A2DP (for audio transmission)
• HFP/HSP (for phone operation and voice assistants)
• AVRCP (for control signal transmission)

All associated functions are only available if they are supported by the playback device.

SUPPORTED AUDIO CODECS

Within the A2DP profile, XELENTO wireless supports the LHDC, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX, AAC and SBC audio codecs. The best audio quality is offered by LHDC.

Please note that only the codecs available in the playback device can be used for audio transmission.

Xelento wireless suggests the audio codec to the playback device in the following order:

1. LHDC
2. aptX HD
3. aptX Adaptive
4. aptX
5. AAC
6. SBC

Most playback devices do not show which codec is actively in use.

OPERATION

Control elements

1. Increase volume (volume-up button)
2. Multifunction button (middle button)
3. Decrease volume (volume-down button)
4. Microphone
5. On/off button
6. Status LED
7. USB port

Operating instructions

Please note that not every smartphone or tablet supports all remote control functions. The media playback functions described depend on the particular playback device and its software and may not all be available. Xelento wireless only sends control signals that are compliant with the Bluetooth standard.
Please contact the relevant manufacturer for further details. Switching on and off

• Press and hold the on/off button for 2 seconds ( ) to switch on your Xelento wireless.
  
• Press and hold the on/off button for 4 seconds ( ), to switch off your Xelento wireless.

Connecting to a device via Bluetooth

Before you can use the in-ear headphones for the first time, you must pair them with your mobile phone or another Bluetooth-enabled device. The pairing procedure may differ depending on the playback device.

• Please refer to the corresponding operating instructions of the playback device.

Pairing

Xelento wireless is switched off.

1. Press and hold the on/off button for 6 seconds ( ) to start pairing mode via Bluetooth.
   Status LED slowly flashes alternately blue and red.
   
2. Activate the Bluetooth function on the playback device and search for new devices if necessary.
3. In the Bluetooth menu of the playback device, in the pairing list, select "Xelento wireless (2nd gen.)" from the available devices to connect the two devices.
   After a successful connection, the status LED briefly flashes blue every 7 sec. Each time the device is switched on again, the devices will connect as soon as they are within range of each other.

If the Bluetooth connection has been lost, the LED briefly flashes blue every 3 sec.

Performing Google Fast Pair

Xelento wireless is switched off.

1. Press and hold the on/off button for 6 seconds ( ) to start pairing mode via Bluetooth®. Status LED slowly flashes alternately blue and red.
   
2. In pairing mode, place Xelento wireless near a Fast-Pair-enabled smartphone.
3. Tap on the smartphone to establish the connection.

Deleting the pairing list

If there are already several playback devices in the list of your Xelento wireless, and it cannot be paired with another new playback device, the list is full and should be cleared so that the new playback device can be added.

Xelento wireless is switched off.

• Press and hold the on/off button for >10 seconds ( ).
  The list of already paired Bluetooth devices (maximum 8) is deleted, and the in-ear headphones switch to Bluetooth® connection mode.
  

Multipoint operation

Xelento wireless can be paired with up to eight Bluetooth-enabled devices.
Active connections are possible with up to two devices at a time. However, playback of music and phone operation is only possible with one device at a time. Phone operation has priority over playback of music, i.e. playback of music is interrupted during phone calls.

Priority list when using the playback devices (PD):

Priority	Profile	Playback devices (PD)
1	HFP (phone operation)	PD 1 (device used first)
2	HFP (phone operation)	PD 2 (device used second)
3	A2DP (playback of music)	PD 1 (device used first)
4	A2DP (playback of music)	PD 2 (device used second)

Setting multipoint

1. Connect Xelento wireless with the first device (see "Connecting to a device via Bluetooth").
2. Deactivate the Bluetooth connection on the first device.
3. Switch off Xelento wireless.
4. Connect Xelento wireless with the second device (see "Connecting to a device via Bluetooth").
5. Reactivate the Bluetooth connection of the first device, which automatically connects to Xelento wireless.
6. Once both devices are paired with the in-ear headphones, the in-ear headphones automatically connect with both devices every time they are switched on.

Using multipoint

You have connected Xelento wireless to two devices and activated media playback.

• Briefly press the middle button once ( ) to accept an incoming call.
  

You have connected Xelento wireless to two devices and have just ended a call.

• Briefly press the middle button once ( ) to restart the media playback that was last played.

Adjusting the volume

To increase volume

• In stages: briefly press the volume-up button ().
• Continuously: press and hold the volume-up button ().A signal tone indicates maximum volume reached.

To decrease volume

• In stages: briefly press the volume-down button ().
• Continuously: press and hold the volume-down button ().A signal tone indicates minimum volume reached.

Playing media

To start / stop media playback

• Briefly press the middle button once ( ) to start or stop media playback.

To play the next track

• Briefly press the middle button twice ( ).

To play the previous track

• Briefly press the middle button three times ( )

Fast forward

• Press the middle button twice, holding it down the second time ( ).

Rewind

• Press the middle button three times, holding it down the third time ( ).

Calling up a virtual assistant

• Press and hold the middle button for 2 seconds ( ) to call up a virtual assistant (Siri, Google Assistant etc.).
  

To use the Alexa virtual assistant, it must be successfully installed on the playback device and selected once in th eMIY App.

Making a call

During the call, make sure you do not cover the opening for the microphone on the back of the remote control.

Accept / finish a call

• Briefly press the middle button ( ) to accept an incoming call or to hang up.
  

Reject a call

• Press and hold the middle button for 2 seconds ( ).

Switch between two calls (toggling)

• Briefly press the middle button twice ( ).

Increase the volume

• In stages: briefly press the volume-up button ( ).
  
• Continuously: press and hold the volume-up button ( ).

Decrease the volume

• In stages: briefly press the volume-down button ( ).
• Continuously: press and hold the volume-down button ( ).

Activating and deactivating voice messages

Xelento wireless is switched on.

• Press and hold the volume-up button and the middle button together for 2 seconds.
  

Resetting to factory settings

Xelento wireless is switched on.

• Press and hold the volume-up button and the volume-down button together for 4 seconds.
  

Switching enhancement mode on/off

The enhancement mode optimises the sound through an additional DAC/amp.

Xelento wireless is switched on.

• Briefly press the on/off button ( ) to activate or deactivate the enhancement mode for particularly high sound fidelity.
  

The function is switched on when the headphones are delivered.

Overview of operating functions on the Bluetooth receiver

OPERATING FUNCTIONS	OPERATION
Increase volume	Press volume-up button
Decrease volume	Press volume-down button
Switch on	Press on/off button for 2 sec ( )
Switch off	Press on/off button for 4 sec ( )
Start / stop media playback	Briefly press middle button 1x ( )
Jump to next track	Briefly press middle button 2x ( )
Jump to previous track	Briefly press middle button 3x ( )
Fast forward	Press middle button 2x and hold ( )
Rewind	Press middle button 3x and hold ( )
Accept / end a call	Briefly press middle button 1x ( )
Reject an incoming call	Press middle button for 2 sec ( )
Toggle (switch between two calls)	Briefly press middle button 2x ( )
Calling up a virtual assistant	Press middle button for 2 sec ( )
Switch to pairing mode	Press and hold on/off button for 6 sec ( )
Delete pairing list	Press and hold on/off button for > 10 sec ( )
SETTINGS	OPERATION
Switch voice messages on or off	Press and hold middle button and volume-up button together for 2 sec ( )
Reset to factory settings	Press and hold volume-up button and volume-down button together for 4 sec ( )
Switch on/off enhancement mode	Briefly press on/off button 1x ( )

Overview of LED displays

LED DISPLAY	FUNCTION
Flashes red/yellow/green	Charging
Steady green light	Fully charged
Lights up once red for 1.5 sec	Switch off
Flashes rapidly red	Battery almost empty
Slowly flashes alternately blue and red	Bluetooth pairing mode active
Briefly flashes blue every 7 sec	Bluetooth connection active
Briefly flashes blue every 3 sec	Bluetooth connection lost
Briefly flashes white every 7 sec	Media playback active (LHDC, aptX HD)
Briefly flashes blue every 7 sec	Media playback (other codecs)
Flashes rapidly blue	Incoming call
Briefly flashes blue every 7 sec	Call active
Lights up pink 3x per sec	Software update mode active

Operation in remote mode with jack connecting cable

Remote control

The enclosed connecting cable with the jack plug (cable for remote operation) contains a remote control with three buttons and a microphone.

Buttons on the remote control

1. Increase volume (volume-up button)
2. Multifunction button (middle button)
3. Decrease volume (volume-down button)

Compatibility with playback devices
On compatible smartphones and tablets, you can use this remote control to control calls, media playback and volume.
Please note that not every playback device supports all remote control functions.

• Please contact the relevant manufacturer for further details.
• Refer to the operating instructions of the device to which the product is to be connected.

Making a call

Accept / finish a call

• Briefly press the middle button ( ) to accept an incoming call or to hang up.
  

During the call, make sure you do not cover the opening for the microphone on the back of the remote control.

Depending on the playback device and the operating system and/or software version, there may be further call control functions that can be controlled by the middle button. For example, it is probably possible to call up a virtual assistant (e.g. Siri or Google Assistant) with the middle button.
Please contact the relevant manufacturer for further details.

Calling up a virtual assistant

• Press and hold the middle button for 2 seconds ( ) to call up a virtual assistant (Siri, Google Assistant etc.).
  

Help with problems / FAQ

The unit cannot be switched on
Battery is empty or almost empty	Charge the battery.
No audio output
There is no Bluetooth connection	Connect Xelento wireless with the playback device.
Xelento wireless does not appear in the available Bluetooth devices in the playback device
Xelento wireless is switched off	Switch on Xelento wireless.
Xelento wireless is not in pairing mode	Place Xelento wireless in pairing mode.
There is already a Bluetooth connection to another playback device	Disconnect the Bluetooth connection to the other and place Xelento wireless near the desired device.
Playback is too quiet, even though it is set to maximum on Xelento wireless.
The audio signal being played back is too quiet.	Set playback volume on the playback device to maximum.
The sound is harsh and the bass reproduction too low.
Insufficient seal on the eartips.	Try out alternative left and right eartips until sound is ideal.
The wireless range is too low, or the connection is disrupted.
There is interference with other devices.	Keep away from WLAN routers and microwave ovens. Do not stand between playback device and Xelento wireless.

Answers to the most common problems and questions can be found at the following online address: support.beyerdynamic.com

CLEANING

• To clean the earphones and cables, simply rub them with a dry cloth. Ideally, you should use the enclosed microfibre cleaning cloth. For more stubborn soiling, we recommend using an alcohol-based cleaning agent.
• Do not use water to clean the earphones.
• Make sure that no liquid enters the housing or the transducer.
• Do not use any other solvent-based or aggressive cleaners, as these may damage the surface.
• Dirty sound outlets can be cleaned by removing the small wax guard grilles. The wax guard grilles can be removed and cleaned in lukewarm water with a mild detergent (e.g. soap) or replaced with the spare metal grilles supplied if necessary. Before reassembling the earphones, make sure that there is no liquid or dirt on the individual components, particularly in the earphones.
• If the eartips are very dirty, remove them and clean them in lukewarm water with a mild detergent (e.g. soap).
• Store the in-ear headphones in the enclosed case when not in use.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Bluetooth® frequency range	2,400–2,483.5 MHz
Transmitting power	10 dBm
Operating temperature range	-10 to +60°C
Charging temperature range	+10 to +45°C
Battery type: lithium-ion battery	3.7 V, 125 mAh

• More detailed information on the technical data can be found online at: www.beyerdynamic.com/xelento-wireless.

SERVICE

If service is required, please contact an authorised specialist or:
beyerdynamic service and logistics centre
Email: service@beyerdynamic.de

Do not open the in-ear headphones yourself under any circumstances, otherwise you could lose all warranty claims.

SPARE PARTS

Additional, optional accessories and spare parts can be found at: www.beyerdynamic.com/service
The Comply eartips Tx-500 can be found at: www.complyfoam.com

PRODUCT REGISTRATION

You can register your Xelento wireless in-ear headphones online at global.beyerdynamic.com/service/registration.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Please read these instructions carefully and completely before using the product.
• Please observe all instructions given, especially those concerning the safe use of the product.
• Do not use the product if it is defective.
• The company beyerdynamic GmbH & Co. KG accepts no liability for damage to the product or injury to persons caused by careless, improper or incorrect use of the product, or by use for purposes not specified by the manufacturer.

Intended use

Only use the product as described in this product manual. beyerdynamic accepts no liability for damage to the product or injury to persons caused by careless, improper or incorrect use of the product, or by use for purposes not specified by the manufacturer.
beyerdynamic is not liable for damage to USB devices that do not comply with the USB specifications.
beyerdynamic is not liable for damage resulting from connection interruptions due to batteries being empty or too old, or due to exceeding the Bluetooth transmission range.
Please also observe the relevant country-specific regulations before using the product.

Adjusting the volume

High volumes and long listening times can permanently damage your hearing. Because in-ear headphones sit directly in the ear canal, there is an increased risk of hearing damage.

• Before inserting the earphones, set the volume to minimum. Only increase the volume after inserting the earphones.
• Do not use the in-ear headphones at high volume for a long time. When listening and speaking normally with in-ear headphones, your own voice should still be perceptible.
• In case of tinnitus, decrease the volume. If necessary, consult a doctor.
• Please note that excessively high volumes and long listening times may cause hearing damage. Hearing impairments are irreversible, so always make sure that the volume is appropriate. It is advisable to keep listening times at high volumes as short as possible.
• The headphones are not suitable for children under 12 years of age due to the possible high sound pressure level.
• Do not use the headphones at full volume for more than three hours a week.

You can use the beyerdynamic MIY App to personalise the Bluetooth headphones. The app's "Statistics" function records the sound pressure level your ears are exposed to over time. However, it only refers to the sound pressure level generated through the headphones' speakers and not to that from external sources of noise.

Reducing perception of ambient noise

In-ear headphones drastically reduce perception of ambient noise. Using in-ear headphones in road traffic can be potentially dangerous. The user's hearing must not be impaired to the extent that it causes road safety risks.

• Do not use the in-ear headphones within the action area of potentially dangerous machines and tools.
• Avoid using in-ear headphones in situations where hearing must not be impaired – particularly in road traffic, when crossing a level crossing or on a construction site.

Changed acoustic perception

For many people, wearing in-ear headphones takes some getting used to because the acoustic perception of their own voice and body as well as the inner ear sounds that occur while walking is different from the "normal" situation without in-ear headphones. However, this initially strange sensation usually diminishes after wearing them for a while.

Cleaning dirty eartips

Dirt on the eartips and the formation of a warm and humid climate in the ear canal can cause germs to multiply, which can increase the risk of an ear canal infection.

• Regularly clean the eartips.

Damage from liquids

Liquid penetration can damage the earphones.

• Make sure that no liquids penetrate the earphones (e.g. when cleaning).

Solvent-based or aggressive cleaning agents can damage the surfaces of the earphones or the cable.

• Do not use solvent-based or aggressive cleaning agents.

Risk of swallowing

• Keep small parts, such as product, packaging and accessories, away from children and pets. They constitute a choking hazard if swallowed.

Power and connecting cable

Use only the cable we supply to connect the unit for both charging and connecting to a laptop.

Using the batteries

Danger from heat, water and mechanical stress
Excessive heat, water and mechanical stress may cause explosion, heat, fire, smoke or fumes. Injuries and irreversible damage to the battery may result.

• Do not expose the battery to excessive heat, direct sunlight or fire. There is a risk of explosion, fire, smoke or gas.
• Do not subject the battery to mechanical stress (e.g. crushing). This may cause irreversible damage to the battery, or explosion or injury.
• Do not open the housing or remove the battery.
• Only use a USB 2.0/3.0 standard-compliant 5 V power supply to charge the battery via the integrated USB Type-C port.

Storing the battery

• If the battery is not going to be used for an extended period, set the charge level to approximately 50% of the maximum capacity and store it at temperatures up to max. 30°C.

Environmental conditions

• Do not expose the product to rain, snow, liquids or moisture.

Documents / Resources

References

• Spare parts & accessories |beyerdynamic
• Comply™ Memory Foam Ear Tips | Upgrade Your Earbuds – Comply Foam
• XELENTO wireless: Audiophile in-ear headphones | beyerdynamic
• Customer Service - Help and Contact | beyerdynamic
• App Store - Apple
• Google Play
• Registration

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