Beyerdynamic SOUL BYRD Manual

Supplied accessories

• In-ear headphones, connecting cable with remote control and cable slider,
• 4-pole mini jack plug (3.5 mm)
• Five pairs of silicone eartips
  (XS, S, M, L, XL- on delivery the size M is already mounted on the earphone)
• One pair of cerumen protection for the earphone nozzle
• Clip to attach the cable to clothing
• Storage case
• Quick Start Guide

How to remove from and stow in the case

• For the best protection, always store the in-ear headphones and appropriate accessories in the supplied case.
  

How to select / change eartips

The in-ear headphones are supplied with several ear-tips in different sizes. By default, size M is mounted on delivery. Select the eartips that meet your requirements to ensure a comfortable and secure fit, a good ambient noise attenuation and a sound as best as possible.

• Detach the eartip from the earphone carefully.
• Dirty nozzles can be cleaned by removing the cerumen protection.
  Make sure that no liquid flows into the nozzle.
  
• Attach the new eartip to the earphone after inserting the cerumen protection into the nozzle again.
  
• We recommend changing the eartips every 3 months when used regularly.
• Spare silicone eartips can be ordered via the beyerdynamic spare parts shop.

How to insert and wear the in-ear headphones

• Insert the two earphones into the left and right ear as indicated.
• Make sure that the earphones fit, are comfortable and secure.
  

How to use the cable clip – how to avoid cable noise

• If necessary, you can attach the cable to clothing with the supplied cable clip.
• In this way, you can prevent cable noise when using the in-ear headphones.
  

Operating elements

1. Remote control
2. Button to increase the volume
3. Button to control phone calls and media playback
4. Button to reduce the volume
5. Jack plug to connect to audio device

Compatibility playback device

The headphone cable has a remote control with three buttons and one microphone.

You can use this r emote control to control calls, media playback and volume adjustment on compatible smartphones and tablets.

This requires that the pinout of the headphone jack on the playback device meets the CTIA standard. Only in this case are the functions described below possible.

Connect the cable to the playback device.

How to set the volume

• Increase volume
  Briefly press the + button to increase the volume by one step.
  
• Reduce volume
  Briefly press the - button to reduce the volume.
  

Note
Please note that not every smartphone or tablet features this function. A built-in jack socket is required. On smartphones and tablets with an Android system, it is necessary that the playback device supports the so-called Wired Audio Headset Specification:
https://source.android.com/devices/accessories/headset/plug-headset-spec

Please contact the smartphone or tablet manufacturer, if necessary.

Media playback

• Start / pause media playback
  Briefly press the centre button .
  

Call personal assistant

• Call the personal assistant on your smartphone or tablet such as Siri, Google Assistant etc.
  Press the centre button for approx. 2 seconds.
  

Call control

• Accept / end a call Briefly press the centre button .
  

Note
Make sure that you do not cover the opening for the microphone which is located on the back of the remote control. Depending on the smartphone and version of the operating system, there may be further call control functions which can be controlled by the centre button . For more details, please contact the smartphone manufacturer.

Maintenance

• To clean all parts of the in-ear headphones, use a soft cloth moistened with an alcohol cleaner. Make sure that no liquid penetrates the housing or flows into the transducer.
• Do not use cleaners that contain solvents as they may damage the surface.
• Allow the cerumen protection to dry completely before inserting it back into the earphone nozzle.

Spare parts

• Spare parts for the in-ear headphones can be found on the internet at: www.beyerdynamic.com/service

Technical specifications

Detailed technical specifications can be found on the internet at: www.beyerdynamic.com/soul-byrd

Product registration

Using the serial number, you can register your in-ear headphones on the internet at: www.beyerdynamic.com

Safety instructions

• Read these operating instructions carefully and completely before using the product.
• Do not use the product when it is damaged.
• beyerdynamic GmbH & Co. KG will not be liable if any damage, injury or accident occurs due to negligent, incorrect or inappropriate operation of the product.

Avoid damage to your health and accidents

• When you connect the in-ear headphones, please make sure that the volume level is set to minimum. Adjust the volume level only after inserting the eartips. To avoid possible hearing damage, do not use your in-ear headphones for extended periods of time at high volume. The ability to hear your own voice while listening and speaking normally with in-ear headphones can serve as a measure of correct volume adjustment. In-ear headphones can be up to 6-9 dB louder than classic headphones because they are directly in the ear canal, increasing the risk of hearing damage.
• If you suffer from tinnitus, do not use headphones or reduce the volume.
• Always ensure an adequate volume level. It is advisable to keep listening times as short as possible at high volume levels. This also shows an example from working life: According to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulations of German trade associations, noise pollution e.g. in the workplace must not exceed 85 dB (room volume level) during a maximum permissible listening time of 8 hours. If the volume level is increased by 3 dB respectively, the permissible listening time is cut in half, i.e. at 88 dB, the listening time is 4 hours, at 91 dB 2 hours, etc.
• When using in-ear headphones, it is important to clean the eartips, as they quickly become dirty and increase the risk of ear infection due to an increased number of germs in the ear. Since the in-ear devices isolate the ear canal, a warm and humid "climate" is created in the ear increasing the multiplication of germs.
• Keep small parts such as product, packaging and accessories away from children and pets.
  Accidental ingestion may cause suffocation.

Danger to life!

• In-ear headphones drastically reduce perception of external sounds. Using 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. Please also make sure that you do not use the headphones in traffic, especially within an area of potentially dangerous machines and tools.
• Furthermore, avoid using headphones in situations where hearing must not be affected, especially when crossing a railway crossing or at a construction site.

Risk of injury!

• Avoid sudden movements when using wired in-ear headphones. You might seriously hurt yourself especially if you wear piercings, earrings, glasses, etc., where the wire can get caught.

Changed acoustic perception

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

Liability / intended use

• Do not use the product for any application which is not describe in this product information. Beyerdynamic is not liable for improper use of the product and its accessories.

Documents / Resources

References

• http://www.beyerdynamic.com/service
• http://www.beyerdynamic.com/soul-byrd
• http://www.beyerdynamic.com

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