Contents Contents Important safety information ................2 The RS 160 digital RF headphone system ............4 Delivery includes ....................5 Product overview ....................6 Overview of the HDR 160 headphones ............. 6 Overview of the TR 160 transmitter ............7 Overview of the indicators and acoustic signals ........
• Only use the Sennheiser supplied power supply units. • To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not use the product near water and do not expose it to rain or moisture.
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2, • using the product within the operating conditions and limitations described in this instruction manual. “Improper use” means using the product other than as described in this instruction manual, or under operating conditions which differ from those described herein.
• Kleer’s uncompressed digital wireless transmission delivers CD-quality sound. • No set-up required – just plug and play. Simply connect the transmitter to your personal audio/video player, put on the headphones and turn it on! •...
1 power supply unit with country adapters 1 stereo audio cable with 3.5 mm jack plugs 1 DC cable (4.0 mm DC jack socket to 2 x 4.0 mm DC plug) 2 AAA size NiMH rechargeable batteries, 1.2 V 1 quick guide incl. CD ROM with detailed instruction manual (PDF file)
² VOLUME – Battery compartments button ¶ Charging socket (DC 5V 0.5A) º Multi-function LED ´, you can switch the With the multi-function button headphones on/to standby mode, set the headphones to multi-user operation, mute the headphones and associate the headphones.
Multi-function button Multi-function LED Socket for power supply unit (DC 5V 0.5A) Audio input (AUDIO VOLUME control (– With the multi-function button , you can switch the transmitter on/to standby mode, set the transmitter to multi-user operation and associate the transmitter.
Product overview Overview of the indicators and acoustic signals Meaning of the pictograms for the different LEDs Status Meaning The LED is lit. The LED flashes once per second. The LED flashes twice every 5 seconds. Indicators on the headphones...
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Product overview Indicators on the transmitter Indicator Status Meaning Multi-function LED The signal of the sound source is too strong. The transmitter is in enrollment mode (searching for headphones to pair with). The transmitter is in association mode (exchanging device information with the headphones).
Single-user and multi-user operation Single-user operation You can listen to your sound source via one pair of headphones. By default, the transmitter is set to single-user operation (see page 23). Multi-user operation In order to be able to listen to your sound source with several headphones simultaneously, you have to set your transmitter to multi-user operation (see page 26).
Putting the RS 160 into operation Putting the RS 160 into operation Setting up the transmitter Choose a suitable place near your sound source (e.g. TV, stereo or home cinema system). Do not place the transmitter close to metal objects such as shelf bars,...
Putting the RS 160 into operation Connecting the transmitter to a sound source You can connect the TR 160 transmitter to different sound sources, such as a TV, a DVD player or a stereo system. Switch your sound source off before connecting the transmitter.
For powering the TR 160 transmitter, you can use: • the supplied SSA-4P 5050F power supply unit for stationary use • rechargeable batteries (AA size, NiMH, 1.2 V, at least 1,300 mAh) for mobile use • standard batteries (AA size, 1.5 V) for mobile use...
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Inserting rechargeable batteries/standard batteries into the transmitter and changing them Power the TR 160 transmitter either with rechargeable batteries (AA size, NiMH, 1.2 Vat least 1,300 mAh) or standard batteries (AA size, 1.5 V). Open the battery compartment at the base of the transmitter as shown.
For powering the headphones, you can use: • standard batteries (AAA size, 1.5 V) • rechargeable batteries (AAA size, NiMH, 1.2 V, 600 mAh) If you use rechargable batteries, you can charge them in the headphones using the charging cable (see next chapter).
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Only charge rechargeable batteries in your headphones. Charge the rechargeable batteries for at least 16 hours prior to first time use. Subsequent charging time is about half of the previous operating time. The operating time is up to 24 hours.
Putting the RS 160 into operation Adjusting the headband of the headphones For good sound quality and best possible comfort, the headband has to be ³ ³ adjusted to properly fit your head. To do so, adjust the headband via its snap-in locking mechanism: ³...
Using the RS 160 Using the RS 160 To switch the product on and to listen to your sound source, proceed as follows: Sequence of steps Page 1. Make sure that the rechargeable batteries are charged. 2. Switch your sound source on.
If the headphones are outside the transmission range or switched off for more than 5 minutes, the transmitter automatically switches to standby mode. The multi-function LED goes off. In standby mode, the transmitter’s power consumption is very low so that it can remain connected to the mains.
Press the multi-function button for approx. 1 second. º The multi-function LED goes off. The headphones are in standby mode. If there is no signal from the transmitter for more than 5 minutes, the headphones automatically switch to standby mode.
² ¿ Press the VOLUME – button or the VOLUME + button repeatedly until the volume is adjusted to a comfortable and undistorted level. ² ¿ Vol - Vol + Vol - Vol + Muting the headphones ´ Briefly press the multi-function button to mute the headphones or to cancel the muting.
However, the signal of the sound source can be so strong that it can no longer be automatically adjusted. If the signal of the sound source is too strong, the multi-function LED the transmitter flashes or lights up red.
The headphones and the transmitter are already associated upon delivery. You only have to associate the headphones to the transmitter • if you want to use another pair of Kleer compatible headphones or • if the transmission between the headphones and the transmitter is disturbed by interferences in the vicinity.
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The multi-function LED of the transmitter flashes green. ´ After approx. 30 seconds, the headphones are paired with the transmitter and you can hear your sound source via the headphones. The multi- º function LED of the headphones and the multi-function LED of the transmitter flash green.
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Follow the steps in the previous chapter “Associating the headphones to the transmitter” on page 23. You can then only use the last headphones paired to listen to your sound source (single-user operation). To listen to your sound source with up to 4 headphones simultaneously: Set your transmitter to multi-user operation as described in the next chapter.
Using the RS 160 Listening with several headphones simultaneously By default, the transmitter is set to single-user operation. In order to be able to listen to your sound source with several headphones simultaneously, you have to set your transmitter to multi-user operation.
Only use a dry and soft cloth to clean the product. Replacing the ear pads For reasons of hygiene, you should replace the earpads from time to time. Spare earpads are available from your Sennheiser dealer (see “Accessoires and spare parts” on page 30).
If a problem occurs ... If a problem occurs ... Sound problems Problem Possible cause Possible solutions Page No sound Transmitter is/headphones Switch the 18/20 are switched off transmitter/ headphones on Headphones are muted Cancel the muting Jack plug is not properly...
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If a problem occurs that is not listed in the above table or if the problem cannot be solved with the proposed solutions, please contact your local Sennheiser partner for assistance. To find a Sennheiser partner in your country, search at...
534486 Stereo audio cable with two 3.5 mm jack plugs (2 m) 534479 DC cable (4.0 mm DC jack socket to 2 x 4.0 mm DC plug) 093778 Adapter (3.5 mm jack socket to ¼“ (6.3 mm) jack plug) 514267 Adapter (3.5 mm jack socket to 2 RCA plugs)
(w/o rechargeable batteries) SSA-4P 5050F power supply unit Rated input 100 – 240 V~, 0.2 A, 50 – 60 Hz Rated output 5 V , 500 mA Operating temperature range 32 °F to 104 °F (0 °C to 40 °C)
Manufacturer declarations Manufacturer declarations Warranty Sennheiser GmbH & Co. KG gives a warranty of 24 months on this product. For the current warranty conditions, please visit our website at www.sennheiser.com or contact your Sennheiser partner. In compliance with the following requirements •...
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Fax: +1 (860) 434 1759 declare the above device comply with the requirements of Federal Communications Commission. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subjected to the following two conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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Trademarks The Kleer logo is a trademark of Kleer Inc. About ENERGY STAR ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy helping us all save money and protect the environment.
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Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany Publ. 08/09...
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