Sony MDR-NC05 manual

3-861-044-12(1)

Noise Canceling

Headphones

Operating Instructions

Mode d’emploi (verso)

Installing a battery

1 Open the lid of the battery case on the right inner side of the headphone.Holding the side of the battery case lid, slide the lid to unlock it.

2 Insert one R03 (size AAA) battery by matching the + and – on the battery to the + and – in the battery case.

3 Close the lid.

Listening to music

1 Connect the headphones to the AV equipment.When connecting to dual or stereo mini jacks of in-flight music services.

L R

Plug adaptor*To headphone jack on airplane seats

*May not be compatible with some in-flight music services.

When connecting to the headphones jack (stereo mini jack) of a Discman, WALKMAN**, etc.

Stereomini plug **WALKMAN is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation.

2 Turn on the power of the headphones. The POWER indicator lights in red. When the power is turned on, ambient noise is reduced, and you can listen to music more clearly at a lower volume.

Folding and unfolding the headphones

Folding

Hold the battery case with your right hand and fold the headphones toward you one after another as illustrated.

Battery case

2 1

Unfolding

Precautions

•Clean the headphones with a soft dry cloth.•Do not leave the plug dirty otherwise the sound may be distorted.

•Be sure to consult a Sony dealer when the earpads become dirty or damaged, or when the headphones require repair work.

•The CE mark on the unit is valid only for products marketed in the European Union.

•Do not leave the stereo headphones in a location subject to direct sunlight, heat or moisture.

Notes on headphonesPreventing hearing damage

Avoid using headphones at high volume. Hearing experts advise against continuous, loud and extended play. If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the volume or discontinue use.

Do not listen with the headphones while driving or cycling

As your headphones reduce outside sounds, it may cause traffic accident. Also avoid using them where hearing must not be impaired, for example, at a railroad crossing, a site of construction, etc.

Troubleshooting

No sound

• Check the connection of the headphones and the

AV equipment.

• Check that the connected AV equipment is

turned on.

• Turn up the volume of the connected AV

Slide the battery case lid and lock it.Battery life

OFF ON POWER

3 Put on the headphones so that the ear pads cover your ears.

Hold the battery case with your right hand and unfold the headphones toward you one after another as illustrated.

Battery case

equipment.

Muffled sound•Turn down the volume of the connected AV equipment.•Replace the battery.Power does not turn on

•Check if the battery has expired (the POWER indicator dims). Replace the battery with a new one.

MDR-NC05

Battery	Approx. hours
Sony alkaline battery LR03/	20 hours
AM-4 (N)
Sony battery R03/UM-4 (NU)	10 hours

When to replace the batteryReplace the battery with a new one when the POWER indicator dims.

Battery case

4 Turn on the power of the AV equipment.

Howling

•If you cover the microphone of the headphones with your hands, howling may occur.

In this case, move your hands away from the microphone.Noise canceling is not effective

• Check if the power is turned on. Set the POWER

switch to ON if the power is turned off.

• The noise canceling function is only effective for

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

For the customers in the U.S.A.

WARNING

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

Owner’s Record

The model number is located at the left inner side of the headband.

The serial number is located inside the battery box. Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. MDR-NC05Serial No.

Features

•Noise canceling headphones reduce ambient noise, and provide a quieter environment to enhance audio entertainment. Ambient sound is synthesized with an anti-sound signal produced by the noise canceling circuit, and reduced. (Over 10 dB is reduced at 300 Hz.)

•Compact folding style•Neodymium magnets are used to deliver powerful sound.•Operates as passive headphones when noise canceling circuit is not activated.

•Plug adaptor is supplied to connect directly to stereo or dual jack of in-flight music services.

Notes on using on the airplane•The supplied plug adaptor can be connected to dual and stereo mini jacks.

for dual jacks					for stereo mini jacks

•Do not use the headphones when use of electronic equipment is prohibited or when use of personal headphones for in-flight music services is prohibited.

If you have any questions or problems concerning the 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 in the low frequency band. Although noise is reduced, it is not canceled completely.

•Do not cover the microphone of the headphones with your hands. The noise canceling function may not work properly.

•If you cover the microphone of the headphones with your hands, howling may occur.

In this case, move your hands away from the microphone.

Microphone

•You can use the headphones without turning on the power. In this case, the noise canceling function is not active, and the headphones operate as passive headphones.

•With some discs or tapes, the sound may be distorted when you activate the noise canceling function.

In such cases, turn down the volume or turn off the sound effect such as Digital MEGA BASS function etc.

NoteDo not pull open this way.

noise in the low frequency band. Although

noise is reduced, it is not canceled completely.

• If you cover the microphone of the headphones

with your hands, the noise canceling function

may not work properly.

• You may not notice the noise canceling effect in

quiet locations or locations with particular types

of noise. Also in some cases, you may find the

external noise get louder. In such cases set the

power switch to OFF.

Specifications

General
Type	Dynamic, open
Driver units	30 mm dia: dome type
Impedance	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 is
	on)
	98 dB/mW (when the power is off)

Frequency response

	30 – 15,000 Hz
Frequency range of active noise attenuation
	40 – 1,500 Hz, more than 10 dB at
	300 Hz
Cord	1.5m with a gold-plated stereo
	mini plug
Power source	DC 1.5 V, 1 × R03 (size AAA)
	battery
Mass	Approx. 125 g (4.4 oz) including
	battery

Supplied accessoriesPlug adaptor for in-flight use* (single/dual) (1)

*May not be compatible with some in-flight music services.

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.