Sony MDR NC6 manual

	2-149-955-12(1)
Noise Canceling Headphones
Operating Instructions	Manual de instrucciones (en el reverso)
Mode d’emploi

MDR-NC6

© 2004 Sony Corporation Printed in China

English

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-NC6Serial 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.)

•Slim swivel folding style for smart carrying and easy strage.•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.

Installing a battery

1Open the lid of the battery case on the right inner side of the headphone.Slide the battery case lid and unlock it.

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

3Close the lid.Slide the battery case lid and lock it.

Battery life

Battery	Approx. hours*1
Sony alkaline LR03 (size AAA)/AM4(N) battery	30 hours*2
Sony manganese R03/UM-4 (NU) (size AAA) battery	15 hours*2

*1 1 kHz, 1 mW + 1 mW input

*2 Time stated above may vary, depending on the temperature or conditions of use.

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.

Listening to music

1Connect the headphones to the AV equipment.

When connecting to the stereo mini jack of the remote control’s jack supplied with a WALKMAN*, etc

Remote contorolL-shaped Stereo

WALKMAN*, etc mini plug

Plug adaptor** To headphone jack on airplane seats* WALKMAN is a trademark of Sony Corporation.**May not be compatible with some in-flight music services.2Turn 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.

3Put on the headphones so that the ear pads cover your ears.Battery case 4Turn on the power of the AV equipment.

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 music

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

•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.

Folding the headphones

The driver units rotate to make them flat for easy storage in the carring case (supplied) or a seat pocket.

Battery case

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.

•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.

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.

•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 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.

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.

Specifications

GeneralTypeOpen air, dynamicDriver units38 mm, dome typePower handling capacity100mWImpedance20 Ω at 1 kHz (when the power is on) 65 Ω at 1 kHz (when the power is off)Sensitivity106 dB/mW (when the power is on)104 dB/mW (when the power is off)Frequency response30 – 15,000 HzFrequency range of active noise attenuation40 – 1,500 Hz, more than 10 dB at 300 HzCord1.5m (59 1/8 inches)PlugGold plated L-sharped stereo mini plugPower sourceDC 1.5 V, 1 ⋅ R03 (size AAA) batteryMassApprox. 150 g (5.3 oz) including batterySupplied accessoriesPlug adaptor for in-flight use* (single/dual) (1)Carrying case (1)Operating Instructions (1)

*May not be compatible with some in-flight music services. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Français

AVERTISSEMENT

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

Afin d’écarter tout risque d’électrocution, gardez le coffret fermé. Ne confiez l’entretien de l’appareil qu’à

un professionnel.

Caractéristiques

•Casque anti-bruit réduisant les bruits ambiants et offrant un environnement plus silencieux pour profiter pleinement des sons. Les sons ambiants sont synthétisés, puis réduits grâce à un signal anti-bruit généré par le circuit anti-bruit. (Obtention d’une réduction de plus de 10 dB à 300 Hz.)

•Pliage astucieux par pivotement des transducteurs facilitant le transport et le rangement.

•Utilisation d’aimants néodymes pour produire des sons puissants.

•Casque fonctionnant comme un casque d’écoute passif lorsque le circuit anti-bruit est désactivé.

•Adaptateur de fiche fourni pour un raccordement direct à la prise stéréo ou double des appareils audio disponibles à bord de certains avions.

Installation de la pile

1Ouvrez le couvercle du logement de la pile situé sur le côté intérieur droit du casque d’écoute.

Faites glisser le couvercle du logement de la pile et déverrouillez-le.

2Insérez une pile R03 (taille AAA) en faisant correspondre les pôles e et E de la pile avec les repères e et E du logement de la pile.

3Refermez le couvercle.Faites glisser le couvercle du logement de la pile et verrouillez-le.Durée de vie de la pile

Pile	Durée approximative
	en heures*1
Pile alcaline LR03 (taille AAA)/AM-4(N) Sony	30 heures*2
Pile au manganèse R03/UM-4 (NU) (taille AAA) Sony	15 heures*2

*1 1 kHz, entrée de 1 mW + 1 mW

*2 La durée mentionnée ci-dessus peut varier selon la température ou les conditions d’utilisation.

Remplacement de la pile

Remplacez la pile par une pile neuve lorsque le témoin POWER s’assombrit. La fonction anti- bruit peut ne pas fonctionner correctement si la pile est déchargée.

Ecoute de musique

1Raccordez le casque à un appareil audio et vidéo.

En cas de raccordement à la mini-prise stéréo de la prise de la télécommande fournie avec un WALKMAN*, etc.

Télécommande

WALKMAN*, etc.	Mini-fiche stéréo
	en forme de L
Adaptateur de	Vers la prise de casque
fiche**	des sièges d’avion

* WALKMAN est une marque commerciale de Sony Corporation.

**Peut être incompatible avec les appareils audio disponibles à bord de certains avions.

2Mettez le casque d’écoute sous tension.

Le témoin POWER s’allume en rouge. Lorsque le casque est sous tension, les bruits ambiants sont réduits et vous pouvez écouter de la musique plus clairement à un volume plus faible.

3Mettez le casque d’écoute de sorte que les coussinets recouvrent vos oreilles.Logement de la pile 4Mettez l’appareil audio et vidéo sous tension.

Remarques concernant l’utilisation dans un avion

• L’adaptateur de fiche fourni peut être raccordé à des mini-prises doubles et stéréo.

pour les prises	pour les mini-prises
doubles	stéréo

•N’utilisez pas le casque d’écoute si l’utilisation d’appareils électroniques est interdite ou si l’utilisation de casques d’écoute personnels pour les appareils audio à bord de certains avions est interdite.

Si vous avez des questions ou des problèmes concernant ce système qui ne sont pas traités dans ce manuel, contactez votre revendeur Sony le plus proche.

Une fois l’écoute de musique terminée

Mettez le casque d’écoute hors tension.Remarques

•La fonction anti-bruit est efficace uniquement pour les bruits à basses fréquences. Bien que les bruits soient réduits, ils ne disparaissent pas complètement.

•Ne masquez pas le microphone du casque d’écoute avec vos mains. Sinon, il est possible que la fonction anti-bruit ne fonctionne pas correctement.

•Si vous masquez le microphone du casque d’écoute avec vos mains, une réaction acoustique peut se produire.

En pareil cas, écartez vos mains du microphone.

Microphone

•L’effet anti-bruit peut varier selon la façon dont vous portez le casque d’écoute.

•Vous pouvez utiliser le casque sans le mettre sous tension. La fonction anti-bruit est alors inactive et le casque passif.

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