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™ HIGH-DEFINITION SOUND Owners Manual T H E U L T I M A T E I N S O U N D F O R M U S I C A N D H O M E T H E A T E R ™...
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Equipment) directive effective August 13, 2005, we would like to notify you that this product may contain regulated materials which, upon disposal, according to the WEEE directive, require special reuse and recycling processing. For this reason Paradigm Electronics Inc. (manufacturers of Paradigm speakers and Anthem Electronics) has arranged with our distributors in European Union member nations to collect and recycle this product at no cost to you.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING! The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle, WARNING! is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “Dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK that may be of sufficient magnitude DO NOT OPEN to constitute a risk of electric shock...
Please call moisture are present. Paradigm to be referred to an authorized 6. Clean only with a dry cloth and exactly service dealer near you. as directed by Paradigm. DO NOT clean WARNINGS: product while it is being charged.
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• Do not immerse headphones in water. heat above 212°F (100°C) or incinerate. IMPORTANT! The battery in your Paradigm headphones is NOT user- serviceable. Any attempt by the user to remove the battery will void the warranty. For battery service or...
IMPORTANT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING! • Before you begin listening, set volume to they dramatically decrease your chance the lowest level then gradually increase of hearing life saving sounds around you until desired volume is reached. such as car horns or emergency sirens.
SERIAL NUMBER We suggest you record your product’s serial number here in the Owners Manual in the event that you need to contact Paradigm about your headphones. The serial number is located inside the right earcup. Serial Number: Location Where Product was Purchased:...
ABOUT PARADIGM: FROM GARAGE BRAND TO INTERNATIONAL SUPERST In the early 1980s, Paradigm was just an idea in the minds of a couple of twenty-somethings who loved music and wanted to share the love. They began making speakers in their garage.
Paradigms. Brag about them. Let others listen. It’s like having your own private Paradigm listening room wherever you go. For those of you who get excited about technical details, we’ve included a Technical Speci cations section in the back of this manual.
filter undesirable noise without compromising the purity of the audio signal in our H15NC headphones. The superb level of noise-isolation in our H15 headphones is directly attributable to the sophisticated level of design and technology we have at our disposal. All Paradigm headphones deliver the full audio spectrum to the ear drum with unbelievable clarity and perfect tonal balance.
FEATURES OF PARADIGM HEADPHONES (Features vary by model, see supplied chart) • State-of-the-art active supra-aural • Lightweight solid aluminum and noise-cancelling technology with dual composite or 2-piece construction; microphone design. Ensures an • Airline adaptor; unprecedented reduction of ambient • Universal power supply with noise using sophisticated mathematical interchangeable adaptors;...
WHAT’S IN THE BOX NOTE: Supplied audio cable may not be compatible with North all Apple products or all smart phones. H15NC North America North H15NC incudes a 240V power adaptor with four interchangeable heads for the following regions (may not be as shown): Europ North America North America...
BREAK-IN As with all high-performance audio products, a preliminary break-in will result in improved performance. Allow a full 60 hours for break-in at moderate listening levels before doing any critical listening. For best results, simply turn on your headphones and leave them running for the full 60 hours.
ADJUSTING YOUR HEADPHONES (All models) IMPORTANT! Set the volume on the audio source to the lowest level before you begin. Connect to source 2. Insert the 2.5-mm headphone plug into the 3. Adjust the sliding Flexi- Point ™ connector opening on the left earcup. Insert headband for comfort.
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Increase Volume (+) Decrease Volume (-) 4. The Comfort-Tilt™ earcups 5. Using the in-line remote or audio source, with memory foam will adjust volume to desired level. (See page 16 for details.) naturally adjust to the contours of your ear.
NOISE CANCELLING (H15NC only) 1. On the right earcup, turn 2. To turn Noise Cancellation the Noise Cancellation feature off simply move the switch to the On position (as power switch to the shown). The LED will glow Off position. blue to indicate that Noise Cancellation is active.
USING THE IN-LINE REMOTE AND MICROPHONE LISTENING, ANSWERING AND ENDING CALLS (All models) Featuring Invisi-Mic™ Technology MUSIC PLAY/PAUSE/SKIP INCOMING/OUTGOING CALLS Press once: Play/Pause audio NOTE: Audio will automatically Double Press: Skip to next track stop when a call comes through Triple Press: Back to previous track Press once: Answer call or hang up call AUDIO VOLUME UP...
CONNECTING TO IN-FLIGHT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS (All models) CAUTION! Flying at high altitudes may cause pressure build-up in your ears. While in flight remove headphones periodically to relieve pressure. Audio jack configurations vary by airline and airplane. We have included the two most widely used configurations, please select the one that matches the in-flight entertainment system you are accessing.
IF STORING HEADPHONES FOR MORE THAN 3 MONTHS YOU MUST FULLY RECHARGE THE BATTERY BEFORE STORING. We recommend recharging before any period of storage *Charge time and battery life provided are our best estimations but Paradigm cannot be held responsible for any variance as these are estimated times only.
REATTACHING EARCUP CUSHIONS Earcup cushions are designed to be removed. However, if an earcup cushion becomes detached, simply press earcup pin into headphone socket (as shown). Socket...
REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES You can purchase replacement parts by visiting our website at www.paradigm.com/shift or email orders@paradigm.com. The product’s serial number and date and location of the original purchase will be required when you contact our Customer Service Department.
*Recharge time and battery life provided are our best estimations but Paradigm cannot be held responsible for any variance as these are estimated times only. Paradigm reserves the rights to change speci cations and/or features without notice as design improvements are incorporated.
LIMITED WARRANTY Paradigm warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and operation for a period of one (1) year from the date of retail purchase by the original end-user purchaser.
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fil. “Made for iPod” , “Made for iPhone” y “Made for iPad” significan que se ha Paradigm, H15, H15NC y los diseños y tecnologías propietarios y patentados diseñado un accesorio electrónico para conectarse específicamente con iPod, son marcas registradas de Paradigm Electronics Inc.
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