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Hearing Safety
At full power, the prolonged listening of the player can damage
the ear of the user.
To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high
volume levels for long periods.
Listen at a moderate volume:
This MP3 player is limited to a sound level of 80 dBA. Using
earphones at a high volume can impair your hearing. The higher
decibel ranges are offered for those that may have already
experienced some hearing loss. Sound can be deceiving. Over time
your hearing 'comfort level' adapts to higher volumes of sound. So
after prolonged listening, what sounds 'normal' can actually be loud
and harmful to your hearing. To guard against this, set your volume
to a safe level before your hearing adapts and leave it there.
To establish a safe volume level:
Set your volume control at a low setting. Slowly increase the sound
until you can hear it comfortably and clearly, without distortion.
Listen for reasonable periods of time:
Prolonged exposure to sound, even at normally 'safe' levels, can
also cause hearing loss. Be sure to use your equipment reasonably
and take appropriate breaks.
Be sure to observe the following guidelines when using your
earphones:
Listen at reasonable volumes for reasonable periods of time. Be
careful not to adjust the volume as your hearing adapts. Do not turn
up the volume so high that you can’t hear what’s around you. You
should use caution or temporarily discontinue use in potentially
hazardous situations. Do not use earphones while operating a
motorized vehicle, cycling, skateboarding, etc.; it may create a
traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas.