4-111-700-21(1)

Noise Canceling

Operating Instructions
Manual de instrucciones

Headphones

 

MDR-NC7
© 2008 Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia

(1)

Listening to music

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

Plug adaptor (supplied)

To headphone jacks on airplane seats

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

Folding the headphones

Rotate the housings to make them flat for easy storage in the seat pocket.
Restore to their usual position before using.

Fold the headphones as illustrated for easy storage in the carrying pouch (supplied).

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 equipment.
Replace the battery.
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.

Howling
Make sure you are wearing the headphones correctly.
English

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.

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.

The validity of the CE marking is restricted to only those countries where it is legally enforced, mainly in the countries EEA (European Economic Area).

Features

Noise canceling headphones reduce unwanted ambient noise, providing a quieter environment to enhance your listening experience. A microphone inside each earpad works with an electronic circuit to create an opposite sound wave to cancel out the noise.

Foldable and swivel design for easy portability.

Dual use capability allows option to listen to music with or without noise cancellation.

Neodymium magnet delivers powerful sound.

Supplied plug adaptor for easy connectivity to stereo or dual jack for in-flight music services.

Installing a battery

1 Rotate the left housing as illustrated.
2 Push the OPEN button to open the battery lid.

3 Insert one R03 (size AAA) battery by matching the e on the battery to the e in the battery case.

Insert the E end first.

4 Close the lid.
Battery life
Battery
Approx.

 

 

 

hours1

 

Sony alkaline battery
50 hours*2
LR03 SIZE AAA

 

 

 

Sony manganese battery
25 hours*2
R03 SIZE AAA

 

 

 

*1

1 kHz, 0.1 mW + 0.1 mW output

*2

Time stated above may vary, depending on the

 

 

temperature or conditions of use.

Note

Because the supplied battery was included in the package from the time of manufacture (as a convenience to the user), it is possible that the battery life may be somewhat depleted by the time of purchase. The actual life of the supplied battery may be shorter than the standard time described in this manual when using a fresh battery.

When to replace the battery

Replace the battery with a new one when the POWER indicator dims. The noise canceling feature may not work correctly if battery power is low.

If the battery lid is detached
Attach it as illustrated.

+

When connecting to a remote commander with a stereo mini jack of a WALKMAN *, etc.

Remote commander

*“WALKMAN” and “WALKMAN” logo are registered trademarks 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.

Note

The noise canceling microphone is built inside each earpad. Do not put weight or force on the microphone as it may damage the microphone.

3 Wear the headphone marked R on your right ear and the one marked L on your left ear.

4 Turn on the power of the AV equipment.
When using in an airplane

The supplied plug adapter can be connected to the dual or stereo mini jacks in an airplane.

for dual jacks

for stereo mini jack

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 music
Turn off the power of the headphones.

Precautions

The headphones contain a noise canceling circuit.
What is noise canceling?

The noise canceling circuit actually senses outside noise with built-in microphones and sends an equal- but-opposite canceling signal to the headphones.

The noise canceling effect may not be pronounced in a very quiet environment, or some noise may be heard. In such a case, turn the POWER switch off.

The noise canceling effect may vary depending on how you wear the headphones.

When you turn the POWER switch on, the operation sound of the noise canceling may be noticeable. This is not a malfunction.

The noise canceling function is only effective for noise in the low frequency band. Although noise is reduced, it is not canceled completely.

When you use the headphones in a train or a car, noise may occur depending on street conditions. In such a case, turn the POWER switch off.

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.

Howling may occur if you do not wear the headphones correctly.

Howling may occur if you place an object such as finger close to the noise canceling microphone. Keep it away from the microphone.

Mobile phones may cause interference and noise. To avoid interference, use noise canceling feature only with wireless transmitters turned off (Airplane Mode). Interference noise can also occur from nearby mobile phones. Should this occur, locate the headphones further away from the mobile phone.

Notes on usage
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.

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

Notes on headphones
Preventing 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 use headphones while driving and cycling, etc.

As headphones reduce outside sounds, they may cause a traffic accident. Also, avoid listening with your headphones in situations where hearing must not be impaired, for example, a railroad crossing, a construction site, etc.

Specifications

General

 

 

 

Type
Closed, dynamic

 

 

Driver unit
30 mm, dome type (CCAW

 

adopted)

 

 

Power handling capacity

 

 

 

100 mW

 

 

Impedance
33 Ω at 1 kHz

 

 

 

(when the power is on)

 

35 Ω at 1 kHz

 

 

 

(when the power is off)
Sensitivity
102 dB/mW

 

 

 

(when the power is on)

 

100 dB/mW

 

 

 

(when the power is off)

Frequency response

 

 

 

30 – 20,000 Hz

 

 

Total Noise Suppression Ratio*1

 

 

 

Approx. 9 dB*2

 

 

Cord

Approx. 1.5 m (59 1/

8

in) OFC

 

litz cord

 

 

 

 

Power source

DC 1.5 V, 1 R03 (size AAA)

 

battery

 

 

Mass
Approx. 134 g (4.7 oz)

 

including battery

 

 

Supplied accessories
Sony R03 (size AAA) battery (1) Carrying pouch (1)
Plug adaptor for in-flight use*3 (single/dual) (1) Operating Instructions (1)

*1 Under the Sony measurement standard.

*2 Equivalent to approx. 87.4 % reduction of energy of sound compared with not wearing headphones.

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

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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