Sony NOISE CANCELLING MDR-NC5 User Manual

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POWER ON OFFListening to music1 Connect the headphones to the AVequipment.2 Turn on the power of the headphones.The POWER indicator lights in red.When the power is turned on, ambientnoise is reduced, and you can listen tomusic more clearly at a lower volume.3 Put on the headphones so that the earpads cover your ears.4 Turn on the power of the AV equipment.Notes on using on the airplane• The supplied plug adaptor can be connected todual and stereo mini jacks.• Do not use the headphones when use ofelectronic equipment is prohibited or when useof personal headphones for in-flight musicservices is prohibited.If you have any questions or problems concerningthe system that are not covered in this manual,please consult the nearest Sony dealer.After listening to musicTurn off the power of the headphones.Notes• The noise canceling function is only effective for noise inthe low frequency band. Although noise is reduced, itis not canceled completely.• Do not cover the microphone of the headphones withyour hands. The noise canceling function may not workproperly.• If you cover the microphone of the headphones withyour hands, howling may occur.In this case, move your hands away from themicrophone.• You can use the headphones without turning on thepower. In this case, the noise canceling function is notactive, and the headphones operate as passiveheadphones.Installing a battery1 Open the lid of the battery case on theright inner side of the headphone.2 Insert one R03 (size AAA) battery bymatching the + and – on the battery to the+ and – in the battery case.3 Close the lid.Battery lifeWhen to replace the batteryReplace the battery with a new one when thePOWER indicator dims.3-860-868-14(1)MDR-NC5© 1997 Sony Corporation Printed in ChinaWARNINGTo prevent fire or shock hazard, donot expose the unit to rain ormoisture.To avoid electrical shock, do not openthe cabinet. Refer servicing toqualified personnel only.For the customers in the U.S.A.WARNINGThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCCRules. Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) this device must accept anyinterference received, including interference thatmay cause undesired operation.You are cautioned that any changes ormodifications not expressly approved in thismanual could void your authority to operate thisequipment.Owner’s RecordThe model number is located at the left inner sideof the headband.The serial number is located inside the battery box.Record these numbers in the spaces providedbelow. Refer to them whenever you call upon yourSony dealer regarding this product.Model No. MDR-NC5Serial No.Folding and unfoldingthe headphonesFoldingHold the battery case with your right hand andfold the headphones toward you one after anotheras illustrated.UnfoldingHold the battery case with your right hand andunfold the headphones toward you one afteranother as illustrated.NoteDo not pull open this way.Features• Noise canceling headphones reduce ambientnoise, and provide a quieter environment toenhance audio entertainment. Ambient sound issynthesized with an anti-sound signal producedby the noise canceling circuit, and reduced.(Over 10 dB is reduced at 300 Hz.)• Compact folding style• Neodymium magnets are used to deliverpowerful sound.• Operates as passive headphones when noisecanceling circuit is not activated.• Plug adaptor is supplied to connect directly tostereo or dual jack of in-flight music services.When connecting to dual orstereo mini jacks of in-flightmusic services.Precautions• Clean the headphones with a soft dry cloth.• Do not leave the plug dirty otherwise the soundmay be distorted.• Be sure to consult a Sony dealer when theearpads become dirty or damaged, or when theheadphones require repair work.• The CE mark on the unit is valid only forproducts marketed in the European Union.• Do not leave the stereo headphones in a locationsubject to direct sunlight, heat or moisture.Notes on headphonesPreventing hearing damageAvoid using headphones at high volume. Hearingexperts advise against continuous, loud andextended play. If you experience a ringing in yourears, reduce the volume or discontinue use.Do not listen with the headphoneswhile driving or cyclingAs your headphones reduce outside sounds, itmay cause traffic accident. Also avoid using themwhere hearing must not be impaired, for example,at a railroad crossing, a site of construction, etc.TroubleshootingNo sound• Check the connection of the headphones and theAV equipment.• Check that the connected AV equipment isturned on.• Turn up the volume of the connected AVequipment.Muffled sound• Turn down the volume of the connected AVequipment.• Replace the battery.Power does not turn on• Check if the battery has expired (the POWERindicator dims). Replace the battery with a newone.Howling• If you cover the microphone of the headphoneswith your hands, howling may occur.In this case, move your hands away from themicrophone.SpecificationsGeneralType Dynamic, openDriver units 30 mm dia: dome typeImpedance 17 ohms at 1 kHz(when the power is on)35 ohms at 1 kHz(when the power is off)Sensitivity 100 dB/mW (when the power ison)98 dB/mW (when the power is off)Frequency response30 – 15,000 HzFrequency range of active noise attenuation40 – 1,500 Hz, more than 10 dB at300 HzCord 1.5m with a gold-plated stereomini plugPower source DC 1.5 V, 1 × R03 (size AAA)batteryMass Approx. 125 g (4.4 oz) includingbatterySupplied accessoriesPlug adaptor for in-flight use* (single/dual) (1)Carrying case (1)* May not be compatible with some in-flight musicservices.Design and specifications are subject to changewithout notice.Noise CancelingHeadphonesOperating InstructionsManual de instrucciones (dorso)Slide the battery caselid and unlock it.Slide the battery caselid and lock it.Battery caseBattery caseStereomini plugWhen connecting to theheadphones jack (stereo minijack) of a WALKMAN**, etc.*May not be compatible withsome in-flight music services.** WALKMAN is a trademark ofSony Corporation.BatterySony alkaline LR03 (sizeAAA) batterySony R03 (size AAA) batteryApprox. hours14 hours7 hoursPlug adaptor*English..To headphone jackon airplane seatsBattery casefor stereo mini jacksfor dual jacksMicrophone

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