3-095-523-11(1) Wireless Stereo Headset Operating Instructions DR-BT50 ©2007 Sony Corporation
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 ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. And do not place lighted candles on the apparatus.
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 recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
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 phone without taking it out of your bag.*2 • For convenience, you can remotely operate the basic functions of a Bluetooth music player (Play, Stop, etc.).
3 steps to Bluetooth function Pairing First, register (“pair”) a Bluetooth device (mobile phone, etc.) and this unit with each other. Once pairing is established, there is no need for pairing again. Bluetooth mobile phone, etc. Wireless Stereo Headset Pairing c Page 9 V V Listening to music Calling Bluetooth connection Bluetooth connection Operate the Bluetooth device to make the Bluetooth connection.
GETTING STARTED Location and Function of Parts 1 POWER button 2 Multi function button 9 VOL (volume) +* button 0 Jog switch 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 information is not deleted by this operation.
Charging the unit The unit contains a rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery, which should be charged before using for the first time. 1 Connect the supplied AC power adaptor to the DC IN 3 V jack on the unit. Wireless Stereo Headset 2 Make sure that indicator (red) lights up while charging. RIGHT To an AC outlet RIGHT To DC IN 3 V jack AC power adaptor (supplied) When the AC power adaptor is connected to an AC outlet, charging starts.
Notes • If the battery is not used for a long time, battery may be quickly depleted, however, after a few recharges, battery life will improve. • If the life of the built-in rechargeable battery drops to half the normal length, the battery should be replaced. Consult your nearest Sony dealer for replacement of the rechargeable battery. • Avoid exposure to temperature extremes, direct sunlight, moisture, sand, dust or mechanical shock. Never leave in a car parked in the sun.
Pairing 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 devices; if a new device is paired after 8 devices have been paired, the device whose latest connection time is the oldest among the 8 paired devices is replaced by the new one.
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 on the display of a Bluetooth device, input “0000.” Pairing is complete when the indicator (blue) flashes slowly.
Wearing the headset The headset has (LEFT) and (RIGHT) indications; wear it accordingly on your left and right ears. Pulling down and folding the headset LEFT RIGHT y Slider Tip There is a tactile dot on the (LEFT) indication to show the left unit. Tip Pull down the sliders on both ends when folding to make it more compact.
Indications of Bluetooth function B : Indicator (blue) R : Indicator (red) Pairing Connectable – – B R – – – – – – – – – ... Connecting B R – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – ... ... Music Connected B R Phone 12 Flashing patterns Searching Connecting Status HFP/HSP or A2DP B (standby for receiving audio signal) – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – ... – ... – – – – – – – – – – – – – – ... – – R – HFP/HSP and A2DP B – – – – – – – – – – ...
OPERATING THE UNIT Listening to music 2 Make the Bluetooth POWER button connection (A2DP) from a Bluetooth device to this unit. – button + button Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Bluetooth device on how to operate it. Jog switch VOL + button VOL – button Jog switch operation FF 3 Start playback on the Bluetooth device. Nx REW Check the following before operating the unit. – The Bluetooth device is turned on. – Pairing of this unit and the Bluetooth device is complete.
To adjust the volume Press the VOL + or – button while listening to the music. Tips To stop use If the Bluetooth audio device connected with this unit supports AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile), you can control by using the unit buttons. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the Bluetooth device on how to operate it. 1 Terminate the Bluetooth Note • Depending on the connected device, it may be necessary to adjust the volume on the connected device as well.
Status: In play mode Short Press Long Press Nx 7 8 FF / REW 9 0 qa qs +/– Pause*1 Stop Skip to next/previous Fast-forward/Fast-rewind*2 Jump to the succeeding/previous groups*2 qs Continuously jump to the succeeding/previous groups*2 7 8 9 0 qa *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 volume of the Bluetooth device by the unit volume buttons.
Calling Multi function button POWER button VOL + button VOL – button Check the following before operating the unit. – The Bluetooth function is active on the mobile phone. – Pairing of this unit and the Bluetooth mobile phone is complete. 1 Press and hold the POWER button for about 3 seconds while the unit is turned off. The indicator (blue) and indicator (red) flash together twice, the unit turns on and then this unit tries to connect to the last Bluetooth mobile phone that was used.
B To make a connection with the last connected Bluetooth device by operating this unit 1 Press the multi function button. The indicator (blue) and indicator (red) start flashing at the same time, and the unit performs the connection operation for about 5 seconds. Note When listening to music with this unit, a Bluetooth connection cannot be made with the multi function button. To call 1 Use the buttons on your mobile phone when making a call.
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.
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 Bluetooth connection between this unit and the device in use following the procedures outlined below.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 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. 3 Disconnect the 1 Detach the right housing from the right unit. rechargeable battery from this unit. 1 Remove the ear pad from the right unit. 2 Remove the 3 screws. 3 Remove the right housing. 1 Remove the screw.
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 Bluetooth communication will improve by placing a connected Bluetooth device on your right side.
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 outlet, grasp the adaptor plug itself; never pull the cord.
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, but some devices can be connected to multiple devices at the same time.
Troubleshooting If you run into any problems using this unit, use the following checklist. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. 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.
, 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. Cannot make the Bluetooth connection from Bluetooth device to this unit. , The Bluetooth device is not equipped with SCMS-T content protection*.
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 indicator (red) flash together four times, and this unit is reset to the default setting. All pairing information is deleted.
Specifications General Headset 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 Power source DC 3.7 V: Built-in lithium-ion rechargeable battery Mass Approx. 180 g (6.4 oz) Rated power consumption 3.
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