Sony DR-BT160IK Operating Instructions Manual
Sony DR-BT160IK Operating Instructions Manual

Sony DR-BT160IK Operating Instructions Manual

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4-108-812-12(1)
Wireless Stereo
Headset

Operating Instructions

DR-BT160iK
©2008 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    4-108-812-12(1) Wireless Stereo Headset Operating Instructions DR-BT160iK ©2008 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 2: Warning

    U.S. and other Norway. countries. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
  • Page 3 Disposal of Disposal of waste Old Electrical batteries (applicable & Electronic in the European Equipment Union and other (Applicable in the European countries European Union with separate and other European collection systems) countries with This symbol on the battery or on the separate collection packaging indicates that the battery systems)
  • Page 4 This Bluetooth transmitter is designed for iPod only. You cannot connect any other portable audio players. • Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event that data recorded to iPod is lost or damaged when using an iPod connected to this Bluetooth transmitter.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents WARNING........2 Calling.with.headset....28 What.is.Bluetooth.wireless. Preparation for calling (Bluetooth connection) ....28 technology?......6 To receive a call......30 Welcome!........7 To call ..........30 Getting Started To terminate a call .......30 Controlling the Bluetooth Checking.supplied.items..8 mobile phone –...
  • Page 6: What Is Bluetooth Wireless Technology

    What is Bluetooth wireless technology? ® Bluetooth wireless technology is Communication System : Bluetooth Specification version 2.0 + a short-range wireless technology EDR* that enables wireless data communication between digital Compatible Bluetooth Profiles: devices, such as a computer or – A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution digital camera.
  • Page 7: Welcome

    Welcome! This product is an audio kit comprising of a transmitter and headset using Bluetooth wireless technology. You can enjoy music wirelessly by transmitting the audio signals to a headset by connecting the Bluetooth transmitter to iPod (see page 4 for compatible iPod models) with the iPod connector* (30 pin).
  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Getting Started Checking supplied items • Bluetooth headset DR-BT160AS (1) • Bluetooth transmitter TMR-BT8iP (1) • AC power adaptor (1) • Operating Instructions (this book) (1) • Warranty Card (1)
  • Page 9: Parts

    Location and Function of Parts Bluetooth headset 1 Microphone 7 PAIRING button 2 Indicator (red) Multi function Indicates the power status of button the headset. Controls various call functions. 3 Indicator (blue) Indicates the communication 9 Jog switch headset status of the Controls various functions 4 POWER button when listening to music.
  • Page 10: Bluetooth Transmitter

    Bluetooth transmitter   iPod connector (0 pin) Power button Connects to the dock Performs the following: connector of an iPod • Turning on/off of the (page 16). transmitter (page 16). • Pairing (page 21).  Transmitter indicator • Initializing the Indicates the transmitter’s transmitter (page 38).
  • Page 11: Basic.use.of.headset

    Basic use of headset Charging the headset The headset contains a rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery, which should be charged before using for the first time. Remove the cover attached to the DC IN 3 V jack on the headset. Connect the supplied AC power adaptor to the DC IN 3 V jack on the headset.
  • Page 12 • If the life of the built-in rechargeable battery drops to half the normal length, the battery should be replaced. Consult your nearest Sony dealer for replacement of the rechargeable battery. •...
  • Page 13 Checking the remaining battery When pressing the POWER button while the headset is turned on, the headset indicator (red) flashes. You can check the remaining battery by the number of times the headset indicator (red) flashes. Status Headset Indicator (red) 3 times Full 2 times...
  • Page 14: Wearing

    Wearing Place the hangers on both How to install the earbuds ears. correctly The headset with the If the earbuds do not fit your ears POWER button is for the correctly, low-bass sound may not right ear. be heard. To enjoy better sound quality, change the earbuds to another size, or adjust the earbuds position to sit on your ears...
  • Page 15 If the hanger is open, If the headset is left unused for a long time, the hanger may be open as shown in the figure below. In this case, twist the hanger in the arrow direction to restore its original shape before use.
  • Page 16: Connecting.to.an.ipod

    Connecting to an iPod Connect the transmitter to the dock connector port of an iPod (see page 4 for compatible iPod models) firmly. Dock connector port (30 pin) Power button To turn on the transmitter Connect the transmitter to the iPod. Press the power button of the transmitter for about 1 second to turn it on, or start to play back on iPod.
  • Page 17 Notes • To listen to music from the headphone jack of the iPod, disconnect the transmitter from the iPod. • While the transmitter is turned on, it consumes power from the iPod. We recommend disconnect the transmitter from iPod when not using the Bluetooth function.
  • Page 18: Ipod

    Operating Listening to music of the iPod You can listen to music of the iPod (see page 4 for compatible iPod models) on the headset. Press and hold the POWER button on the headset for about 2 seconds. The headset indicator (blue) and headset indicator (red) flash together twice and the headset is turned on.
  • Page 19 • If the transmitter and the headset become out of range and the Bluetooth connection terminates, repeat the procedure from step 1. • Playback through a Bluetooth connection may cause noise, sound break, or playback speed change depending on the location and the usage (page 33). ...
  • Page 20: Controlling An Ipod With The Headset

    Controlling an iPod with the headset You can control an iPod (see page 4 for compatible iPod models) using the control button of the headset. Before starting remote control operation, check that step 1 and  of “Listening to music of the iPod” are completed (page 18). Transmitter Remote control Bluetooth headset...
  • Page 21: Advanced Operation

    Advanced operation Pairing with other Bluetooth devices What is pairing? Bluetooth devices need to be “paired” with each other beforehand. Once Bluetooth devices are paired, there is no need for pairing again, except in the following cases: • Pairing information is deleted after repair, etc. •...
  • Page 22 Press and hold the power button of the transmitter for about 7 seconds or more to enter “Pairing in process.” After about 1 second, the transmitter indicator will flash twice, but keep pressing the power button. Notes • When first power on the transmitter after initialized, the transmitter will enter “Pairing in process”...
  • Page 23: Status Indicator

    To quit “Pairing in process” Press and hold the power button of the transmitter for about 1 second to turn off the transmitter.  Tip When pairing the transmitter with a number of Bluetooth receiving devices, repeat steps  to  for each device individually. Note For using the Bluetooth function, it is required that the Bluetooth device on the other side is corresponding with the same profile as the transmitter.
  • Page 24: Pairing Headset With Other Bluetooth Transmitting Devices

    When press  on the iPod, the music pause. The indicator flashes twice on the transmitter. The transmitter transmit the data of no sound. When press the pause button on the Bluetooth receiving device, the music pause. The indicator flashes once on the transmitter. The transmitter does not transmit the music.
  • Page 25 The headset indicator flashes quickly: Pairing in process  The headset indicator flashes (at about 1-second intervals) when responding to the Bluetooth transmitting device: Connectable (Pairing successful)  The headset indicator flashes (at about 5-second intervals): Connected Note Passcode* of the headset is fixed at “0000.” Depending on the Bluetooth receiving device, it may be necessary to input the passcode (in this case, “0000”).
  • Page 26 On Headset Indicators B : Headset indicator (blue) R : Headset indicator (red) Status Indicator … B   – – – – – – – – Searching … R   – – – – – – – – … B   Connectable –...
  • Page 27: Re-Pairing The Transmitter And The Headset

    Re-pairing the transmitter and the headset Turn on the power of iPod. (Make sure the iPod is in pause mode.) Connect the transmitter to the iPod (page 16). Place the transmitter and the headset to be paired together within 1 m (3 ft). Press and hold the PAIRING button of the headset for about 2 seconds or more to enter “Pairing in process”...
  • Page 28: Calling.with.headset

    Calling with headset Preparation for calling (Bluetooth connection) Check the following before operating the headset. – The Bluetooth function is active on the mobile phone. – Pairing of the headset and the Bluetooth mobile phone is complete. VOL + Headset indicator (blue) Headset indicator (red) POWER button VOL –...
  • Page 29  To make a connection by operating Bluetooth mobile phone Make the Bluetooth connection (HFP or HSP*) from the Bluetooth mobile phone to the headset. Refer to the manual supplied with your Bluetooth mobile phone for operation details. The list of recognized devices appears on the display of the Bluetooth mobile phone.
  • Page 30: To Receive A Call

    To receive a call When an incoming call arrives, a ring tone will be heard from the headset. Press the multi function button on the headset. The ring tone differs in the following ways, depending on your mobile phone. – ring tone set on the headset –...
  • Page 31: Controlling The Bluetooth Mobile Phone - Hfp, Hsp

    Controlling the Bluetooth mobile phone – HFP, HSP The operation of the buttons on the headset varies depending on your mobile phone. HFP (Hands-free Profile) or HSP (Headset Profile) is used for Bluetooth mobile phone. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your Bluetooth mobile phone on supported Bluetooth profiles or how to operate.
  • Page 32: Calling While Playing Back Music

    Calling while playing back music The Bluetooth connection using HFP or HSP as well as A2DP is necessary to make a call while playing back music. For example, to make a call using a Bluetooth mobile phone while listening to music on a Bluetooth compatible music player, the headset needs to be connected to the mobile phone using HFP or HSP.
  • Page 33: Additional Information

    Additional Information Precautions On Bluetooth communication The sensitivity of the Bluetooth communication will improve by • Bluetooth wireless technology operates turning the direction of the built-in within a range of about 10 meters aerial to the connected Bluetooth (about 30 feet). device.
  • Page 34 On safety • Microwaves emitting from a Bluetooth device may affect the operation of • Do not drop, hit, or otherwise expose electronic medical devices. Turn off the product to strong shock of any this unit and other Bluetooth devices in kind.
  • Page 35 Bluetooth device immediately. bathroom. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. • In the event water is spilled on the earpiece, wipe off the water with a dry • Listening with this product at high cloth, etc.
  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If you run into any problems using this product, use the following checklist and read the product support information on our website. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Symptom Cause / Remedy The transmitter is  Press and hold the transmitter’s power button for not turned on.
  • Page 37 Symptom Cause / Remedy Sound break, noise  If a device that generates electromagnetic radiation, or playback speed such as a wireless LAN, other Bluetooth device(s), or change. a microwave oven is nearby, move away from such sources.  Remove any obstacle between the transmitter and the headset or move away from the obstacle.
  • Page 38: Initializing

    Initializing Initializing the transmitter You can reset the transmitter to its default and delete all pairing information. Connect the transmitter to the iPod. Press and hold the power button for more than about 15 seconds. During these 15 seconds, the transmitter indicator changes in sequence as follows: –...
  • Page 39: Specifications

    Specifications General Headset Output Communication System Bluetooth Specification Power Class 2 Bluetooth Specification version 2.0 + EDR*2 Maximum communication range Line of sight approx. 10 m (30 ft)*1 Compatible Bluetooth Profiles*3 A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Frequency band Profile) 2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz – 2.4835 GHz) AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Modulation method Profile)
  • Page 40 *1 The actual range will vary depending on factors such as obstacles between devices, magnetic fields around a microwave oven, static electricity, reception sensitivity, aerial’s performance, operating system, software application, etc. *2 Enhanced Data Rate *3 Bluetooth standard profiles indicate the purpose of Bluetooth communication between devices.
  • Page 44 Printed in Malaysia...

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