Sony MDR IF5000 manual

3-865-390-11(1)

Cordless Stereo

Headphones

Operating Instructions

Mode d’emploi

Manual de instrucciones

MDR-IF5000

Listening to a programme

If you use the MDR-DS5000, read the manual for the MDR-DS5000 too. If you use another transmitter, read the manual supplied with it for connections and operations.

1 Turn on the audio/video equipment connected to the transmitter or Digital Surround Processor.

2 Turn on the transmitter or Digital Surround Processor.

3 Put on the headphones and the power turns on automatically. The power indicator glows red.

POWER indicator

Infrared rays receptor4 Adjust the volume.

Troubleshooting

No sound/Muffled sound/Turn on the transmitter first, then put on the headphones./Check the connection of the audio/video equipment or the AC power adaptor./Check that the audio/video equipment is turned on.

/Turn up the volume on the connected audio/ video equipment, if the transmitter is connected to the headphones jack.

/The mute function has activated.•Check if there is any object between the transmitter and the headphones.•Use the headphones near the transmitter.•Change the position and angle of the transmitter./The headphones’ power indicator light is weakor turned off.nReplace the headphone battery.Distortion

/If the transmitter is connected to the headphones jack, turn down the volume of the connected audio/video equipment.

/The headphones’ power indicator light is weak

or turned off.

nReplace the headphone battery.

Loud background noise

/ Move closer to the transmitter. As you move

away from the transmitter, more noise is likely

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AVERTISSEMENT

Afin d’éviter tout risque d’incendie ou d’électrocution, ne pas exposer cet appareil à la pluie ou à l’humidité.

Afin d’écarter tout risque d’électrocution, garder le coffret fermé. Ne confier l’entretien de l’appareil qu’à un personnel qualifié.

Bienvenue!

Nous vous félicitons pour l’achat de ce casque stéréo infrarouge Sony MDR-IF5000. Avant la mise en service de cet appareil, prière de lire attentivement ce mode d’emploi et de le conserver pour toute référence ultérieure.

Cet appareil offre, entre autres, les fonctions suivantes:

• Ce casque stéréo sans fil est conçu pour le système

de casque surround numérique MDR-DS5000 ou

d’autre système de casque stéréo sans fil Sony. Il ne

fonctionne pas sans ces systèmes.

• Ce casque sans fil vous permet d’écouter un

programme sans être gêné par un cordon.

• La portée horizontale étendue assure un son superbe

pratiquement n’importe où dans la pièce.

• Le serre-tête auto-réglable s’adapte confortablement

à la forme de la tête.

Préparation du casque

1 Ouvrez le couvercle du logement des piles sur le haut du boîtier gauche.2 Insérez deux piles R6 (format AA).3 Fermez le couvercle du logement des piles.

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.

Owner’s Record

The model number is located on the battery compartment lid. The serial number is located inside of the battery compartment.

Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. MDR-IF5000Serial No.

Setting up the headphones

1 Open the battery compartment lid on top of the left housing.2 Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries.

Raise theVolumeLower the

Volume

5 Adjust the balance between left and right channels.The right side becomes louderThe left side becomes louder

to be heard. This is inherent to infrared ray

communication and does not mean that there is

a problem with the unit itself.

/ Check that there is no object between the

transmitter and the headphones.

/ Check that the infrared sensors are not covered

with your hands or hair.

/ Change the position or angle of the transmitter.

/ The headphones are used by a window where

the sunlight is too strong.

nDraw the curtains/blinds to shut out the

direct sunlight, or use the headphones away

form sunlight.

/ If the transmitter is connected to the

headphones jack, turn up the volume of the

connected audio/video equipment.

/ The headphones’ power indicator light is weak

or turned off.

nReplace the headphone battery.

• Le casque se met automatiquement sous et hors

tension chaque fois que vous le mettez ou enlevez

(Mise sous/hors tension automatique).

• La commande VOL permet de régler le volume des

deux canaux.

• La commande BALANCE permet de contrôler

l’équilibre entre les canaux gauche et droit.

Aperçu

Le MDR-IF5000 est un casque stéréo sans fil qui fonctionne par infrarouge. En raccordant le transmetteur infrarouge à votre appareil audio, vous pourrez écouter des programmes sans être gêné par le cordon du casque. En utilisant le processeur surround numérique DP-IF5000 vous pourrez obtenir une ambiance surround multi-canaux.

Remarque sur les piles

Vous pouvez utiliser les piles suivantes dans le MDR-IF5000. L’autonomie des piles est indiquée ci- dessous.

Pour la recharge des piles (rechargeables), il faut utiliser le chargeur de piles vendu en option, le chargeur de piles fourni avec le système de casque surround numérique MDR-DS5000 ou la fonction de recharge du transmetteur infrarouge des systèmes de

Welcome!

Thank you for purchasing the Sony MDR-IF5000 Cordless Stereo Headphones. Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. Some features are:

Auto power on/off function

	When you remove the headphones, the power turns	Replacing the Ear Pads
	off automatically. Avoid pulling up on the self	Replacing the Ear Pads
	adjusting band when the headphones are not in use.	After a long period of use, the ear pads may become
	This might switch the headphones on.	After a long period of use, the ear pads may become
	This might switch the headphones on.	dirty and/or damaged.
		dirty and/or damaged.
	Self adjusting band	In such a case, consult your nearest Sony dealer and
	Self adjusting band	replace them.

casque stéréo sans fil.Autonomie des piles

Piles	Approx. Heures
Piles alcalines Sony LR6/AM3 (N)	90
Piles Sony R6P/SUM-3 (NS)	45
ou piles rechargeables NC-AA (HJ)	30*
Piles rechargeables Sony NC-AAS	40*
Piles rechargeables au nickel-	60*

•This cordless stereo headphone is for use with MDR-DS5000 Digital Surround Headphone System or with other Sony Cordless Stereo Headphone systems. It does not operate on its own.

•Cordless headphones allow you to listen to a programme free from the restriction of a cord.

•Broad horizontal listening area gives you superb sound virtually anywhere in the room.

•Self-adjusting headband fits to your head comfortably.

•The headphones power turns on and off automatically every time you put the headphones on and off (Auto power on/off function).

•The VOL control adjusts the volume level of both channels.

•The BALANCE control lets you adjust balance between the left and right channels.

Overview

The MDR-IF5000 is a cordless stereo headphone which uses infrared rays. Connect the infrared transmitter to your audio equipment and you can listen to a programme free from the restriction of the headphone cord. By using the DP-IF5000 Digital Surround Processor, you can enjoy a multichannel surround sound environment.

3 Close the battery compartment lid.Note on the batteries

For the MDR-IF5000, following batteries can be used. Battery life is as shown in the chart below.

With rechargeable batteries, the separately sold battery charger, battery charger supplied with the MDR-DS5000 Digital Surround Headphone System, or the battery charge function of the infrared transmitter of Cordless Stereo Headphone Systems must be used.

Battery life

Battery	Approx. hours
Sony alkaline battery LR6/AM3 (N)	90
Sony battery R6P/SUM-3 (NS)	45
rechargeable battery NC-AA (HJ)	30*
Sony rechargeable battery	40*
NC-AAS
Sony R6 (size AA) nickel hydrogen	60*
rechargeable battery NH-AA

*when fully chargedDepending on regions, some batteries may not be avalable.When to replace the battery

Replace the batteries with new ones when the POWER indicator on the right side of the headphones dims, or distortion occurs and hissing noise increases.

If the battery compartment lid comes off the headphonesAttach the lid to the battery compartment, matchingAto A and B to B, as illustrated below.

Mute function

The Mute Function is automatically activated so that sound output from the headphones is cut off whenever the headphones are outside the infrared transmission area, the infrared beams are interrupted, or the noise increases. The Mute Function is automatically canceled when you get closer to the Digital Surround Processor or there is no longer anything in the way of the infrared beams.

After listening to a programme

Take the headphones off before turning off the transmitter. Otherwise you may hear some noise when the infrared rays are suddenly cut off.

Precautions

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

•When the headphones are not to be used for a long period of time, remove the battery to avoid damage caused by battery leakage and subsequent corrosion.

•Do not leave the cordless 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.

Caring for others

Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow you to hear outside sounds and to be considerate to the people around you.

If you have any questions or problems concerning the headphones that are not covered in this manual, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Be sure to bring the headphones and the transmitter to your Sony dealer when requiring repair work is needed.

Specifications

General

Modulation system

Frequency modulation

Carrier frequencies

Right: 2.8 MHz

Left: 2.3 MHz

Frequency response

	12 – 24,000 Hz
Power source	DC 3 V, R6 (size AA) battery × 2
	or Ni-Cd rechargeable battery NC-AA × 2
	or Ni-Cd rechargeable battery NC-AAS × 2
	or R6 (size AA) nickel hydrogen
	rechargeable battery NH-AA × 2
Mass	Approx. 280 g (9.9 oz.) including batteries

Optional accessories

Recharger for R6 (size AA) nickel hydrogen rechargeable and Ni-Cd rechargeable batteries

BC-32HN

Ni-Cd rechargeable battery NC-AAS-2B

R6 (size AA) nickel hydrogen rechargeable battery NH-AA-2B

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

hydrogène NH-AA Sony R6

(format AA)

*pleinement rechargéesCertains types de piles ne sont pas commercialisés dans certaines régions.Remplacement des piles

Remplacez les piles par une neuve lorsque le témoin POWER sur la droite du casque devient sombre ou lorsque de la distorsion apparaît et le sifflement augmente.

Si le couvercle du logement de piles se détache du casqueRemettez-le en place en insérant A dans A et B dans B, comme indiqué ci-dessous.(Tourner la page m)