Sony DR-BT50 manual

Wireless Stereo Headset 3-095-523- 11 (1) Operating Instructions DR-BT50 ©2007 Sony Corporation[...]

2 WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To reduce the risk of electrical 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. To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the[...]

3 Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycl[...]

4 Welcome! Thank you for purchasing this Sony Wireless Stereo Headset. This unit uses Bluetooth ™ wireless technology. • Enjoy music wirelessly with a Bluetooth music player.* 1 • 40 mm driver units reproduce superb sound quality. • Luxury ear pads for comfortable fitting. • Hands-free conversation can be enjoyed on your Bluetooth mobile [...]

5 V Calling V Listening to music V V 3 steps to Bluetooth function Bluetooth mobile phone, etc. Pairing Wireless Stereo Headset Bluetooth connection Operate the Bluetooth device to make the Bluetooth connection. Connection Listening to music You can listen to music played on the Bluetooth device. Playback, stop, or pause is possible from this unit.[...]

6 Location and Function of Parts 1 POWER button 2 Multi function button Controls various call functions. 3 Indicator (blue) Indicates the communication status of the unit. 4 Indicator (red) Indicates the power status of the unit. 5 Microphone 6 DC IN 3 V jack 7 RESET button Push this button when the unit does not operate properly. Pairing informati[...]

7 1 Connect the supplied AC power adaptor to the DC IN 3 V jack on the unit. RIGHT When the AC power adaptor is connected to an AC outlet, charging starts. Tip If the AC power adaptor is connected to an AC outlet while the unit is turned on, the unit will be turned off automatically. Charging the unit The unit contains a rechargeable Lithium-Ion ba[...]

8 Approx. usage hours 17 hours 200 hours Status Full Mid Low (needs to charge) Checking the remaining battery When pressing the POWER button while the unit is turned on, the indicator (red) flashes. You can check the remaining battery by the number of times the indicator (red) flashes. Indicator (red) 3 times 2 times 1 time Note You cannot check th[...]

9 Pairing Continued 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. • This unit is paired with 9 or more devices. This unit can be paired with up to 8 [...]

10 3 Perform pairing procedure on the Bluetooth device to detect this unit. The list of detected devices appears on the display of the Bluetooth device. This unit is displayed as “ DR-BT50. ” If “ DR-BT50 ” is not displayed, repeat from step 1 . 4 Select “DR-BT50” on the display of the Bluetooth device. 5 If Passcode * input is required[...]

11 The headset has (LEFT) and (RIGHT) indications; wear it accordingly on your left and right ears. RIGHT LEFT Tip There is a tactile dot on the (LEFT) indication to show the left unit. Wearing the headset Pulling down and folding the headset Tip Pull down the sliders on both ends when folding to make it more compact. y Slider[...]

12 Pairing Connecting Connected Phone Music Indications of Bluetooth function B : Indicator (blue) R : Indicator (red) Status Flashing patterns Searching B – – – – – – – – ... R – – – – – – – – ... Connectable B – – – – – – – – – – ... R – Connecting B – – – – – – – – – – ...[...]

13 Check the following before operating the unit. – The Bluetooth device is turned on. – Pairing of this unit and the Bluetooth device is complete. – The Bluetooth device supports the transmitting music function (profile: A2DP*). 1 Press and hold the POWER button for about 3 seconds while the unit is turned off. The indicator (blue) and indic[...]

14 To adjust the volume Press the VOL + or – button while listening to the music. Tips • Depending on the connected device, it may be necessary to adjust the volume on the connected device as well. • Volume level for calling and listening to music can be set independently. To stop use 1 Terminate the Bluetooth connection by operating the Blue[...]

15 Status: In play mode 7 Pause* 1 8 Stop 9 Skip to next/previous 0 Fast-forward/Fast-rewind* 2 qa Jump to the succeeding/previous groups* 2 qs Continuously jump to the succeeding/previous groups* 2 * 1 You may need to press the button twice depending on the Bluetooth device. * 2 Some Bluetooth devices may not operate. Note You cannot adjust the vo[...]

16 When this unit does not connect to a Bluetooth mobile phone automatically You can make a connection by operating Bluetooth mobile phone or by operating this unit to connect the last connected Bluetooth device. A To make a connection by operating Bluetooth mobile phone 1 Make the Bluetooth connection (HFP or HSP * ) from the Bluetooth mobile phon[...]

17 – ring tone set on the unit – ring tone set on the mobile phone – ring tone set on the mobile phone only for Bluetooth connection Note If you received a call by pressing the button on the Bluetooth mobile phone, some Bluetooth mobile phones may have handset use priority. In this case, set to talk with the unit by pressing and holding the m[...]

18 Controlling the Bluetooth mobile phone – HFP, HSP The operation of the buttons on this unit 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.[...]

19 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, this unit needs to be connected to the mobile phone using HFP or HSP. Make a B[...]

20 Disposing of the unit This unit has a Lithium-lon rechargeable battery inside the right unit. For environmental conservation, be sure to remove the built-in rechargeable batteries from the unit before disposing, and dispose of the batteries appropriately. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 1 Detach the right housing from the right unit. 1 Remove the ear pad[...]

21 Precautions On Bluetooth communication • Bluetooth wireless technology operates within a range of about 10 meters (about 30 feet). Maximum communication range may vary depending on obstacles (person, metal, wall, etc.) or electromagnetic environment. • The aerial of this unit is built into the housing for the right ear. The sensitivity of Bl[...]

22 On the supplied AC power adaptor • Use the AC power adaptor supplied with this unit. Do not use any other AC power adaptor since it may cause the unit to malfunction. Polarity of the plug • If you are not going to use this unit for a long time, unplug the AC power adaptor from the AC outlet. To remove the AC power adaptor from the wall outle[...]

23 What is Bluetooth wireless technology? Bluetooth wireless technology is a short-range wireless technology that enables wireless data communication between digital devices, such as a computer or digital camera. Bluetooth wireless technology operates within a range of about 10 meters (about 30 feet). Connecting two devices as necessary is common, [...]

24 Common The unit is not turned on. , Charge the battery of the unit. , The unit is not turned on while charging. Unplug the unit from AC power adaptor and then turn on the unit. Pairing cannot be done. , Bring this unit and the Bluetooth device closer together. Cannot make the Bluetooth connection. , Check that this unit is turned on. , Check tha[...]

25 , Turn up the volume on the connected device if necessary. , Pair this unit and Bluetooth device again. Low sound level , Turn up the volume of this unit. , Turn up the volume on the connected device if necessary. Low sound quality , Switch the Bluetooth connection to A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) when HSP (Headset Profile) is set. [...]

26 Initializing the unit You can reset this unit to its default (such as volume setting) and delete all pairing information. 1 If this unit is turned on, press and hold the POWER button for about 3 seconds to turn off this unit. 2 Press and hold the POWER button and multi function button together for about 7 seconds. The indicator (blue) and indica[...]

27 Specifications General Communication System Bluetooth Specification version 2.0 Output Bluetooth Specification Power Class 2 Maximum communication range Line of sight approx. 10 m (30 ft) * 1 Frequency band 2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz – 2.4835 GHz) Modulation method FHSS Compatible Bluetooth Profiles * 2 A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)[...]

Printed in Malaysia[...]