SONY MDR-XB950BT (03) PDF DOCUMENT

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the SONY MDR-XB950BT to rain or moisture.

To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation opening of the appliance with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Do not expose the appliance to naked flame sources (for example, lighted candles).

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.

As the main plug of the USB AC adaptor is used to disconnect the USB AC adaptor from the mains, connect it to an easily accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in it, disconnect it from the AC outlet immediately.

CAUTION: The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.

Do not expose the batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like for a long time.

Do not subject the batteries to extreme low temperature conditions that may result in overheating and thermal runaway.

Do not dismantle, open or shred secondary cells or batteries.

In the event of a cell leaking, do not allow the liquid to come in contact with the skin or eyes. If contact has been made, wash the affected area with copious amounts of water and seek medical advice.

Secondary cells and batteries need to be charged before use. Always refer to the manufacturer’s instructions or product manual for proper charging instructions.

After extended periods of storage, it may be necessary to charge and discharge the cells or batteries several times to obtain maximum performance.

High volume may affect your hearing. For traffic safety, do not use the SONY MDR-XB950BT while driving or cycling.

The SONY MDR-XB950BT contains magnet(s) which may interfere with pacemakers, defibrillators and programmable shunt valves or other medical devices. Do not place this product close to these medical devices and the person who use any of these medical devices.

The main parts are:

A: Headset overview

B: POWER button, indicator (blue/red), micro-USB port, BASS BOOST button, Volume + button, Volume – button, Power/Play/Call button, Built-in antenna

C: Microphone, N-Mark (NFC detection area), Headphone cable jack

D: The left unit of the headset has a tactile dot for identification.

The serial number label is located inside the slider (the part that adjusts the headband length) on the R side of the SONY MDR-XB950BT.

BLUETOOTH wireless technology operates within a range of about 10 meters (30 feet). The maximum communication range may vary depending on obstacles (human body, metal, wall, etc.) or electromagnetic environment.

The antenna is built into the SONY MDR-XB950BT unit. The sensitivity of the BLUETOOTH communications will improve by turning the connected BLUETOOTH device to face the antenna of this unit.

BLUETOOTH communications may be disabled, or noise or audio dropout may occur under the following conditions:

When there is a human body between the unit and the BLUETOOTH device.

When there is an obstacle, such as metal or a wall, between the unit and the BLUETOOTH device.

When a device using a 2.4 GHz frequency, such as a Wi-Fi device, cordless telephone, or microwave oven, is in use near this unit.

Because BLUETOOTH devices and Wi-Fi (IEEE802.11b/g/n) use the same frequency (2.4 GHz), microwave interference may occur, resulting in noise or audio dropout, or communications being disabled if this unit is used near a Wi-Fi device.

The BLUETOOTH device to be connected needs to support the same profile as this unit to use the BLUETOOTH function. The unit may not function correctly depending on the specifications or settings of the BLUETOOTH device.

If you experience discomfort after using the SONY MDR-XB950BT, stop use immediately.

In a dry air environment, you may experience a tingling sensation on your ears due to static electricity accumulated on the body. This is not a malfunction of the headset. You can minimize the effect by wearing clothes made from natural materials.

Because the headphones are of an enclosed design, forcing them against your ears or taking them off quickly may result in eardrum damage. When wearing the headphones, the speaker diaphragm may produce a click sound. This is not a malfunction.

Do not leave the unit in a place subject to direct sunlight, heat, or moisture.

Do not subject the unit to excessive shock.

Clean the unit with a soft dry cloth.

Do not use the unit at hospitals, in planes or in a place where flammable gas may be present.

The package for the SONY MDR-XB950BT includes the Wireless Stereo Headset, a Micro-USB cable (approx. 50 cm), and a headphone cable (approx. 1.2 m).

The SONY MDR-XB950BT headset contains a built-in lithium-ion rechargeable battery. Charge the headset before using it for the first time.

1. Connect the supplied micro-USB cable to the headset, and the other end to a booted computer.

2. The red indicator on the headset lights up. Charging is completed in approximately 4 hours, and the indicator goes off automatically.

Notes on charging:

Charging may not be possible if the computer is in standby or sleep mode.

The SONY MDR-XB950BT cannot be operated (turning on, BLUETOOTH pairing, etc.) while charging.

If the headset is not used for a long time, the rechargeable battery may be depleted quickly. The battery will be able to hold a charge properly after it is discharged and charged several times.

The chargeable temperature range is between 5 °C and 35 °C (41 °F and 95 °F). The red indicator may flash if charging outside this range.

To check the remaining battery, press the POWER button for about 1 second while the headset is on. The indicator will flash. Blue 3 times: High. Red 2 times: Medium. Red 1 time: Low (charge required).

To turn on the SONY MDR-XB950BT, press and hold the POWER button for about 2 seconds. The blue indicator will flash.

To turn off the SONY MDR-XB950BT, press and hold the POWER button for about 2 seconds. The red indicator will flash, and then the headset will turn off.

You can pair, connect, disconnect, and switch connections easily by touching the SONY MDR-XB950BT with an NFC-compatible smartphone.

1. Set the NFC function of the smartphone to on.

2. Touch the N-Mark on the headset with the smartphone. Keep touching until the smartphone reacts.

3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the connection.

When the connection is made, the blue indicator on the headset will start to flash slowly.

To disconnect, touch the smartphone to the N-Mark on the headset again. To switch devices, touch the headset to another NFC-compatible smartphone.

1. With the SONY MDR-XB950BT turned off, press and hold the POWER button for about 7 seconds. The indicator will flash red and blue alternately, and the voice guidance will say “Bluetooth pairing.”

2. Activate the BLUETOOTH function on the device you want to connect to.

3. Select “MDR-XB950BT” from the list of detected devices on your device’s screen.

4. If a passkey is required, enter “0000”.

5. When the BLUETOOTH connection is made, the blue indicator will flash slowly and the voice guidance will say “Bluetooth connected.”

The SONY MDR-XB950BT can be paired with up to 8 devices. If a 9th device is paired, the registration information for the device with the oldest connection time is overwritten.

To control music playback on the SONY MDR-XB950BT, use the multifunction button located on the right earcup:

Play/Pause: Press the button once.

Next track: Slide the button towards the front and release.

Previous track: Slide the button towards the back and release.

Fast-forward: Slide the button towards the front and hold. Release at the desired point.

Fast-rewind: Slide the button towards the back and hold. Release at the desired point.

Adjust volume: Press the + or – button.

Bass Boost: Press the BASS BOOST button to turn the effect on or off. The default setting is off.

The SONY MDR-XB950BT has a built-in omnidirectional microphone for hands-free calls.

To receive a call: Press the multifunction button once when a call comes in.

To end a call: Press the multifunction button again to end the call.

To reject a call: Press and hold the multifunction button for about 2 seconds.

To redial the last number: Press and hold the multifunction button for about 2 seconds after finishing a call.

To switch the call between the headset and smartphone: Press and hold the multifunction button for about 2 seconds during a call.

The indicator lights on the SONY MDR-XB950BT show the status of the headset:

Blue flashes twice: The headset is turned on.

Red flashes, then headset turns off: The headset is turned off.

Red and Blue flash alternately: The headset is in pairing mode.

Blue flashes slowly: A BLUETOOTH connection is active.

Blue flashes quickly: An incoming call is being received.

Red indicator is on: The headset is charging.

Red indicator flashes: Low battery.

Yes, you can use the SONY MDR-XB950BT as a conventional pair of headphones by connecting the supplied headphone cable. Connect the cable to the headphone jack on the headset and the other end to your music player. When the cable is connected, the BLUETOOTH function, BASS BOOST, and all buttons are disabled.

If your SONY MDR-XB950BT headset does not turn on, the battery may be empty. Please charge the headset. If it still does not turn on even after charging, press the RESET button with a pin or other pointed object.

If you cannot charge the SONY MDR-XB950BT, check the following:

Ensure the micro-USB cable is connected firmly to both the headset and the computer.

Make sure the computer is turned on and not in standby, sleep, or hibernation mode.

Ensure you are in a location with an ambient temperature between 5 °C and 35 °C (41 °F and 95 °F).

If the problem persists, try connecting the micro-USB cable to a different USB port on your computer.

If pairing fails, try these steps:

Bring the SONY MDR-XB950BT and the BLUETOOTH device closer together. The maximum range is about 10 meters (30 feet).

Ensure the headset is in pairing mode. Press and hold the POWER button for about 7 seconds until the indicator flashes red and blue alternately.

If the headset does not appear on your BLUETOOTH device’s screen, try turning the device’s BLUETOOTH function off and on again.

The headset can store up to 8 device pairings. If you pair a 9th device, the oldest pairing information is deleted.

If one-touch connection (NFC) fails with your SONY MDR-XB950BT, check the following:

Make sure the NFC function on your smartphone is activated.

Bring the smartphone closer to the N-Mark on the headset.

If the smartphone is in a case, remove it.

NFC reception sensitivity varies between devices. If you repeatedly fail to connect, try the manual BLUETOOTH connection method.

If you hear no sound after connecting your SONY MDR-XB950BT:

Check that both the headset and the connected BLUETOOTH device are turned on.

Increase the volume on both the headset and the connected device.

Check that the BLUETOOTH device is playing audio.

Ensure the BLUETOOTH connection is active. The blue indicator should be flashing slowly.

Make sure the correct profile (A2DP, AVRCP) is selected on the BLUETOOTH device.

Try re-establishing the BLUETOOTH connection.

Poor sound quality or skipping can be caused by several factors:

The BLUETOOTH reception may be poor. Move the connected device to a position where the signal is better, avoiding obstacles like walls or your body.

If a device using a 2.4 GHz frequency (like Wi-Fi, microwave oven, or cordless phone) is nearby, move away from it or turn it off.

On your connected device, you may be able to change the wireless playback quality settings to prioritize a stable connection over sound quality.

If your voice is not being heard or is too low during a call:

Make sure the headset is connected via the HFP or HSP BLUETOOTH profile. Check your smartphone’s settings.

Try switching the call device between the smartphone and the headset by pressing the multifunction button for about 2 seconds.

Increase the volume on the connected smartphone.

Make sure the microphone on the SONY MDR-XB950BT is not obstructed.

If the SONY MDR-XB950BT headset is not operating properly, press the RESET button located in the headphone jack hole with a pin or other pointed object. This will reset the headset. Pairing information is not deleted by this action. If the problem persists after resetting, you can initialize the headset to factory settings. To do this, turn off the headset, then press and hold the POWER and BASS BOOST buttons simultaneously for more than 7 seconds. The indicator will flash blue 4 times, and the headset will be reset to factory settings, deleting all pairing information.

General

Power source: DC 3.7 V: Built-in lithium-ion rechargeable battery; DC 5 V: When charged using USB

Mass: Approx. 280 g (9.88 oz)

Operating temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)

Rated power consumption: 1.5 W

Usage hours: Up to 20 hours for music playback and communication time. Up to 200 hours standby time.

Charging time: Approx. 4 hours

Communication Specifications

Communication System: BLUETOOTH Specification version 3.0

Output: BLUETOOTH Specification Power Class 2

Maximum communication range: Line of sight approx. 10 m (30 feet)

Frequency band: 2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz – 2.4835 GHz)

Modulation method: FHSS

Compatible BLUETOOTH Profiles: A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile), AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile), HFP (Hands-free Profile), HSP (Headset Profile)

Supported Codec: SBC, AAC, aptX

Transmission range (A2DP): 20 Hz – 20,000 Hz (44.1 kHz Sampling)

Headset Specifications

Type: Closed, dynamic

Driver unit: 40 mm, dome type

Frequency response: 3 Hz – 28,000 Hz (when using the headphone cable)

Impedance: 24 Ω at 1 kHz (when using the headphone cable)

Sensitivity: 102 dB/mW (when using the headphone cable)

Microphone Specifications

Type: Electret condenser

Directivity: Omni directional

Effective frequency range: 100 Hz – 4,000 Hz

The SONY MDR-XB950BT can be charged using a personal computer with a pre-installed compatible operating system and a USB port.