Sony MDR-NC8 Operating Instructions

Noise Canceling
Headphones
Operating Instructions
Mode d'emploi
Manual de instrucciones
4-431-885-41(1)
© 2012 Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia
MDR-NC8
How to use/Mode d'utilisation/Utilización
Unfolding the headphones/Dépliage du casque/Abrir los auriculares
1
2 Installing a battery/Installation d'une pile/Instalación de la pila
OPEN
Tactile dot (on the left)
Point tactile (à gauche)
Punto táctil (en el lado
izquierdo)
Connecting/Raccordement/Conexión
3
Digital music player, etc.
Lecteur musical numérique, etc.
Reproductor de música digital, etc.
4 Turning on the power/Mise sous tension/Encendido
After use
Turn off the power of the headphones
Après utilisation
Éteignez le casque
Después del uso
Apague los auriculares
(1)
for dual jacks for stereo mini jack
pour prises doubles pour mini-prise stéréo
para tomas duales para minitoma estéreo
5 Wearing/Port/Colocación
For more detailed information about recycling
English Noise Canceling Headphones
of this product or battery, please contact
your local Civic Office, your household waste
WARNING
disposal service or the shop where you
purchased the product.
To reduce the risk of electrical
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and
shock, do not open the cabinet.
headphones can cause hearing loss.
Refer servicing to qualified
personnel only.
Do not expose the battery to excessive heat
Notes on use
such as direct sunlight, fire or the like.
You are cautioned that any changes or
What is noise canceling?
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate
The noise canceling circuit actually senses
this equipment.
outside noise with built-in microphones and
sends an equal-but-opposite canceling signal
The validity of the CE marking is restricted
to the headphones.
to only those countries where it is legally
enforced, mainly in the countries EEA
Notes on the noise canceling
(European Economic Area).
function
Notice for customers: the
–
Adjust the earpads so that they cover your
following information is only
ears, otherwise noise canceling will not
applicable to equipment sold in
function properly.
–
countries applying EU directives The noise canceling effect may vary
depending on how you wear the
The manufacturer of this product is Sony
headphones.
Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku
–
Do not cover the microphone of the
Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized
headphones with your hands. The noise
Representative for EMC and product safety
canceling function may not work properly.
is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger
Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any
service or guarantee matters please refer to
the addresses given in separate service or
guarantee documents.
Disposal of Old Electrical
& Electronic Equipment
(Applicable in the
European Union and
Microphone
other European countries
–
After you turn on the power of the
with separate collection
headphones, you may hear a slight hiss. This
systems)
is the operating sound of the noise canceling
function, not a malfunction.
This symbol on the product or on its
–
The noise canceling function works for
packaging indicates that this product shall
noise in the low frequency band primarily.
not be treated as household waste. Instead
Although noise is reduced, it is not canceled
it shall be handed over to the applicable
completely.
collection point for the recycling of electrical
–
The noise canceling effect may not be
and electronic equipment. By ensuring this
pronounced in a very quiet environment, or
product is disposed of correctly, you will help
some noise may be heard.
prevent potential negative consequences for
–
When you use the headphones in a train or
the environment and human health, which
a car, noise may occur depending on street
could otherwise be caused by inappropriate
conditions.
waste handling of this product. The recycling
–
Mobile phones may cause interference
of materials will help to conserve natural
and noise. Should this occur, locate the
resources. For more detailed information
headphones further away from the mobile
about recycling of this product, please contact
phone.
your local Civic Office, your household waste
disposal service or the shop where you
Notes on using on the airplane
purchased the product.
Do not use the headphones when use of
electronic equipment is prohibited or when
Disposal of waste
use of personal headphones for in-flight
batteries (applicable in
entertainment services is prohibited.
the European Union and
Notes on handling
other European countries
–
with separate collection Because the headphones are designed to
fit closely in your ears, forcing them against
systems)
your ears may result in eardrum damage.
This symbol on the battery or on the
Avoid using the headphones where they are
packaging indicates that the battery provided
liable to be struck by people or other objects,
with this product shall not be treated as
such as a ball, etc.
household waste. –
Pressing the headphones against your ears
On certain batteries this symbol might be used
may produce a diaphragm click sound. This is
in combination with a chemical symbol. The
not a malfunction.
chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) –
Clean the headphones with a soft dry cloth.
are added if the battery contains more than –
Do not leave the plug dirty otherwise the
0.0005% mercury or 0.004% lead.
sound may be distorted.
By ensuring these batteries are disposed of –
Be sure to consult a Sony dealer when the
correctly, you will help prevent potentially
earpads become dirty or damaged, or when
negative consequences for the environment
the headphones require repair work.
and human health which could otherwise be –
Do not leave the headphones in a location
caused by inappropriate waste handling of the
subject to direct sunlight, heat or moisture.
battery. The recycling of the materials will help –
Do not subject the headphones to excessive
to conserve natural resources.
shock.
In case of products that for safety, performance –
Handle the driver units carefully.
or data integrity reasons require a permanent –
If you feel drowsy or sick while using this
connection with an incorporated battery, this
headphones, stop use immediately.
battery should be replaced by qualified service
Notes on headphones
staff only.
To ensure that the battery will be treated
High volume may affect your
properly, hand over the product at end-of-
hearing. For traffic safety, do not
life to the applicable collection point for
use while driving or cycling.
the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment.
As headphones reduce outside sounds, they
For all other batteries, please view the section
may cause a traffic accident. Also, avoid
on how to remove the battery from the
listening with your headphones in situations
product safely. Hand the battery over to the
where hearing must not be impaired, for
applicable collection point for the recycling of
example, a railroad crossing, a construction
waste batteries.
site, etc.
Preventing hearing damage Mass Approx. 170 g including
Avoid using headphones at high volume. battery, not including cord
Hearing experts advise against continuous,
Battery life
loud and extended play. If you experience
a ringing in your ears, reduce the volume or
Battery Approx. hours
discontinue use.
Sony alkaline battery 80 hours
Note on static electricity
LR03 SIZE AAA
Sony manganese 40 hours
In particularly dry air conditions, noise or
battery
sound skipping may occur, or mild tingling
R03 SIZE AAA
may be felt on your ears. This is a result of
static electricity accumulated in the body, and
not a malfunction of the headphones.
Note
The effect can be minimized by wearing
The supplied battery was included in
clothes made from natural materials.
the package during manufacturing (as a
convenience to the user), it is possible that
If you have any questions or problems
the battery life may be depleted by the time
concerning the system that are not covered
of purchase. The actual life of the supplied
in this manual, please consult the nearest
battery may be shorter than the standard time
Sony dealer.
described in this manual when using a fresh
battery.
When the battery is low
Troubleshooting
Replace the battery with a new one when the
POWER indicator blinks or lights off.
No sound
Included items
–
Check the connection of the headphones
Headphones (1)
and the equipment.
–
Plug adaptor for in-flight use
Check that the connected equipment is
Sony R03 (SIZE AAA) battery (1)
turned on.
– Operating Instructions (1)
Turn up the volume of the connected
Warranty card (1)
equipment.
1) Under the Sony measurement standard.
The noise canceling effect is not
2) Equivalent to approx. 90% reduction of
sufficient
energy of sound compared with not wearing
–
headphones.
The noise canceling function is effective
3)
in low frequency ranges such as airplanes, 1 kHz, 0.1 mW + 0.1 mW output
trains, or offices (near air-conditioning, etc.) 4) Time stated above may vary, depending on
and is not as effective for higher frequencies, the temperature or conditions of use.
5) May not be compatible with some in-flight
such as human voices.
–
Turn on the headphones. entertainment services.
Design and specifications are subject to
Distorted sound
change without notice.
–
Turn down the volume of the connected
equipment.
Power does not turn on
–
Check if the battery has expired (the POWER
indicator lights off) and the battery is
inserted in the correct orientation. Replace
the battery with a new one or reinsert the
battery in the correct orientation.
Features
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Noise canceling headphones reduce
unwanted ambient noise and provide
a quieter environment to enhance your
listening experience.
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Foldable, flat-storage design for easy
portability.
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Able to use as a regular headphones even
when the POWER switch is set to "OFF".
–
Neodymium magnet delivers powerful
sound.
–
Supplied plug adaptor for easy connectivity
to stereo or dual jack for in-flight
entertainment services.
–
Long battery life - approx. 80 hours with AAA
alkaline battery.
Specifications
General
Type Dynamic, closed
Driver units 30 mm, dome type (CCAW
adopted)
Power handling capacity
50 mW
Impedance 17 Ω at 1 kHz (when the
power is on)
19 Ω at 1 kHz (when the
power is off )
Sensitivity 95 dB/mW (when the power is
on)
98 dB/mW (when the power is
off )
Frequency response
30 Hz – 20,000 Hz
Total Noise Suppression Ratio 1)
Approx. 10 dB 2)
Cord Approx. 1.2 m OFC Litz cord
Plug Gold-plated L type stereo mini
plug
Power source DC 1.5 V, 1 × R03 (size AAA)
battery
3)
4)
4)
5)
(single/dual) (1)