English
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do
not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel only.
Information
FOR UNITED STATES CUSTOMERS.
NOT APPLICABLE IN CANADA,
INCLUDING IN THE PROVINCE OF
QUEBEC.
POUR LES CONSOMMATEURS AUX
ÉTATS-UNIS. NON APPLICABLE AU
CANADA, Y COMPRIS LA PROVINCE
DE QUÉBEC.
CAUTION: Risk of Fire and Burns. Do Not
Open, Crush, Heat Above 140°F or
Incinerate.
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.
This equipment must not be co-located or
operated in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
Note
This equipment has been tested and
found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the
following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
– Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet
on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with Industry Canada’s
licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference;
and
(2) This device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
This equipment complies with FCC/IC
radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment and meets the
FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines
and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF)
Exposure rules. This equipment has very low
levels of RF energy that is deemed to comply
without testing of specific absorption rate
(SAR).
The LDAC™ name and logo is a trademark of
Sony Corporation.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are
registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth
SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony
Corporation is under license.
The N-Mark is a trademark or registered
trademark of NFC Forum, Inc. in the United
States and in other countries.
Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are
registered trademarks or trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States
and/or other countries.
Mac and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple
Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc.,
registered in the U.S. and other countries.
The aptX® mark and the aptX logo are trade
marks of CSR plc or one of its group
companies and may be registered in one or
more jurisdictions.
Other trademarks and trade names are those
of their respective owners.
Precautions
On BLUETOOTH communications
• BLUETOOTH wireless technology operates
within a range of about 10 m (30 feet).
Maximum communication range may vary
depending on obstacles (human body,
metal, wall, etc.) or electromagnetic
environment.
• The antenna is built into the unit as
illustrated in the dotted line. The sensitivity
of the BLUETOOTH communications will
improve by turning the direction of the
built-in antenna to the connected
BLUETOOTH device. When obstacles are
between the antenna of the connected
device and the built-in antenna of this unit,
noise or audio dropout may occur, or
communications may be disabled.
• BLUETOOTH communications may be
disabled, or noise or audio dropout may
occur under the following conditions.
– There is a human body between the unit
and the BLUETOOTH device.
This situation may be improved by
placing the BLUETOOTH device facing
the antenna of the unit.
– There is an obstacle, such as metal or
wall, between the unit and the
BLUETOOTH device.
– A device using 2.4 GHz frequency, such
as a Wi-Fi device, cordless telephone, or
microwave oven, is in use near this unit.
• Because BLUETOOTH devices and Wi-Fi
(IEEE802.11b/g/n) use the same frequency
(2.4 GHz), microwave interference may
occur resulting in noise or audio dropout
or communications being disabled if this
unit is used near a Wi-Fi device. In such a
case, perform the following.
– Use this unit at least 10 m (30 feet) away
from the Wi-Fi device.
– If this unit is used within 10 m (30 feet)
of a Wi-Fi device, turn off the Wi-Fi
device.
– Install this unit and the BLUETOOTH
device as near to each other as possible.
• Microwaves emitting from a BLUETOOTH
device may affect the operation of
electronic medical devices. Turn off this
unit and other BLUETOOTH devices in the
following locations, as it may cause an
accident:
– where inflammable gas is present, in a
hospital, or a petrol station
– near automatic doors or a fire alarm
• Do not use the unit on an airplane. Radio
waves may affect instruments, causing an
accident due to malfunction.
• Due to the characteristic of BLUETOOTH
wireless technology, the sound played on
this unit is slightly delayed from the sound
played on the BLUETOOTH device during
talking on the telephone or listening to the
music.
• This unit supports security capabilities that
comply with the BLUETOOTH standard to
provide a secure connection when the
BLUETOOTH wireless technology is used,
but security may not be enough
depending on the setting. Be careful when
communicating using BLUETOOTH wireless
technology.
• We do not take any responsibility for the
leakage of information during BLUETOOTH
communications.
• Connection with all BLUETOOTH devices
cannot be guaranteed.
– A device featuring BLUETOOTH function
is required to conform to the BLUETOOTH
standard specified by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
and be authenticated.
– Even if the connected device conforms
to the above mentioned BLUETOOTH
standard, some devices may not be
connected or work correctly, depending
on the features or specifications of the
device.
– While talking on the phone hands free,
noise may occur, depending on the
device or communication environment.
• Depending on the device to be connected,
it may require some time to start
communications.
If sound skips frequently during
playback
• The situation may be improved by setting
the sound quality mode to “priority on
sound quality.” For details, refer to the Help
Guide.
• The situation may be improved by
changing the wireless playback quality
settings or fixing the wireless playback
mode to SBC on the transmitting device.
For details, refer to the operating
instructions supplied with the transmitting
device.
On charging the unit
• This unit can be charged using USB only.
Personal computer with USB port is
required for charging.
• This unit cannot be turned on, nor can the
BLUETOOTH and noise canceling functions
be used, during charging.
• You can use the unit by connecting the
supplied headphone cable, even while
charging the unit.
• If you do not use the unit for a long time,
the rechargeable battery may not be able
to keep sufficient charge. The battery will
be able to keep a charge properly after
repeatedly discharging and charging
several times.
• If you store the unit for a long time, charge
the battery once every half year to prevent
over-discharge.
• If the length of time you can use the unit
became extremely short, the rechargeable
battery should be replaced with a new
one. Please contact your nearest Sony
dealer for a battery replacement.
Note on static electricity
• Static electricity accumulated in the body
may cause mild tingling in your ears. To
minimize the effect, wear clothes made
from natural materials.
If the unit does not operate properly
• Reset the unit.
Press the
and NC buttons
simultaneously while charging. The unit
will be reset. Pairing information is not
deleted.
• If the problem persists even after the
resetting operation above, initialize the
unit as follows.
Disconnect the micro-USB cable from the
micro-USB port, turn off the unit, then hold
down the
and
/
buttons
simultaneously for more than 7 seconds.
The indicator (blue) flashes 4 times, and
the unit is reset to the factory settings. All
pairing information is deleted.
• After the unit is initialized, it may not
connect to your iPhone or computer. In this
case, delete the pairing information of the
unit from the iPhone or computer, and
then pair them again.
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 unit.
– The noise canceling effect may not be
pronounced in a very quiet environment,
or some noise may be heard.
– The noise canceling effect may vary
depending on how you wear the unit.
– The noise canceling function works for
noise in the low frequency band
primarily. Although noise is reduced, it is
not canceled completely.
– When you use the unit in a train or a car,
noise may occur depending on street
conditions.
– Mobile phones may cause interference
and noise. Should this occur, locate the
unit further away from the mobile
phone.
– Do not cover the microphones of the
headset (MIC) with your hands. The
noise canceling function may not work
properly.
MIC
Others
• Be careful not to catch your finger in the
unit when folding.
• When you use the unit as wired
headphones, use the supplied headphone
cable only. Make sure that the headphone
cable is firmly inserted.
• Do not place this unit in a place exposed to
humidity, dust, soot or steam, or subject to
direct sunlight. Do not leave the unit in a
car for a long time. It may cause a
malfunction.
• Using the BLUETOOTH device may not
function on mobile phones, depending on
radio wave conditions and location where
the equipment is being used.
• Listening with this unit at high volume
may affect your hearing.
• For traffic safety, do not use this unit while
driving or cycling.
• Do not use the unit in places where it
would be dangerous if you are unable to
hear ambient sound, such as at railroad
crossings, train station platforms, and
construction sites.
• Do not put weight or pressure on this unit
as it may cause the unit to deform during
long storage.
• Do not subject the unit to excessive shock.
• Clean the unit with a soft dry cloth.
• Do not expose the unit to water. The unit is
not waterproof.
Remember to follow the precautions
below.
– Be careful not to drop the unit into a sink
or other container filled with water.
– Do not use the unit in humid locations or
bad weather, such as in the rain or snow.
– Do not get the unit wet.
If you touch the unit with wet hands, or
put the unit in a damp article of clothing,
the unit may get wet and this may cause
a malfunction of the unit.
• If you experience discomfort after using
the unit, stop using the unit immediately.
• The earpads may deteriorate due to
longterm storage or use.
• If you have any questions or problems
concerning this unit that are not covered in
this manual, please consult your nearest
Sony dealer.
Optional replacement earpads can be
ordered from your nearest Sony dealer.
Specifications
General
Communication system:
BLUETOOTH
Specification version 4.0
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
Compatible BLUETOOTH profiles
2)
:
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution
Profile)
AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control
Profile)
HFP (Hands-free Profile)
HSP (Headset Profile)
Supported Codec
3)
:
SBC
4)
, AAC
5)
, aptX, LDAC
Supported content protection method:
SCMS-T
Transmission range (A2DP):
20 Hz - 20,000 Hz (Sampling frequency
44.1 kHz)
20 Hz - 40,000 Hz (Sampling frequency
LDAC 96 kHz, 990 kbps)
Included items:
Wireless noise canceling stereo headset
(1)
Micro-USB cable (approx. 50 cm (19 3/4
in.)) (1)
Headphone cable (approx. 1.2 m (47 1/4
in.)) (1)
Carrying case (1)
Reference Guide (this sheet) (1)
Operating Instructions (1)
Other documents (1 set)
1)
The actual range will vary depending on
factors such as obstacles between
devices, magnetic fields around a
microwave oven, static electricity,
reception sensitivity, antenna’s
performance, operating system, software
application, etc.
2)
BLUETOOTH standard profiles indicate the
purpose of BLUETOOTH communications
between devices.
3)
Codec: Audio signal compression and
conversion format
4)
Subband Codec
5)
Advanced Audio Coding
Wireless noise
canceling stereo
headset
Power source:
DC 3.6 V: Built-in lithium-ion
rechargeable battery
DC 5 V: When charged using USB
Mass:
Approx. 290 g (10.23 oz)
Operating temperature:
0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F
to 104 °F)
Usage hours:
When connecting via the BLUETOOTH
device
Music playback time:
Max. 20 hours (NC ON), Max. 22 hours
(NC OFF)
Communication time:
Max. 18 hours (NC ON), Max. 20 hours
(NC OFF)
Standby time:
Max. 40 hours (NC ON), Max. 200
hours (NC OFF)
When connecting via the headphone
cable with the unit turned on
Max. 38 hours (NC ON), Max. 50 hours
(NC OFF)
Note: Usage hours may be shorter
depending on the Codec and the
conditions of use.
Charging time:
Approx. 6 hours
This unit can be used for 4 hours after
1 hour charging.
Note: Charging hours may be different
depending on the conditions of use.
Charging temperature:
5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to
95 °F)
Receiver
Type:
Closed, Dynamic
Driver unit:
40 mm
Frequency response:
5 Hz - 40,000 Hz
(when connecting via the headphone
cable with the unit turned on)
Impedance:
32 Ω (1 kHz) (when connecting via the
headphone cable with the unit turned
on)
16 Ω (1 kHz) (when connecting via the
headphone cable with the unit turned
off)
Sensitivity:
103 dB/mW (when connecting via the
headphone cable with the unit turned
on)
98 dB/mW (when connecting via the
headphone cable with the unit turned
off)
Microphone
Type:
Electret condenser
Directivity:
Omni directional
Effective frequency range:
100 Hz
- 8,000 Hz
System requirements
for battery charge using
USB
Personal Computer with pre-installed with
any of the following operating systems and
USB port:
Operating Systems
(when using Windows)
Windows
®
10 Home / Windows
®
10 Pro
Windows
®
8.1 / Windows
®
8.1 Pro
Windows
®
8 / Windows
®
8 Pro
Windows
®
7
Home Basic / Home Premium /
Professional / Ultimate
Windows Vista
®
(Service Pack 2 or later)
Home Basic / Home Premium /
Business / Ultimate
(when using Mac)
Mac OS X (version.10.3 or later)
Design and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
Français
AVERTISSEMENT
Pour éviter tout risque d’électrocution,
n’ouvrez pas le coffret. Ne confiez les
réparations qu’à un technicien qualifié.
Information
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR
d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils
radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est
autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :
1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de
brouillage;
2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout
brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le
brouillage est susceptible d’en
compromettre le fonctionnement.
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites
d’exposition aux rayonnements énoncées
pour un environnement non contrôlé et
respecte les règles les radioélectriques (RF)
de la FCC lignes directrices d’exposition et
d’exposition aux fréquences radioélectriques
(RF) CNR-102 de l’IC. Cet équipement émet
une énergie RF très faible qui est considérée
conforme sans évaluation du débit
d’absorption spécifique (DAS).
Le nom et le logo LDAC™ sont une marque
commerciale de Sony Corporation.
La marque et les logos Bluetooth® sont des
marques déposées de Bluetooth SIG, Inc. qui
sont utilisées sous licence uniquement par
Sony Corporation.
N-Mark est une marque commerciale ou une
marque déposée de NFC Forum, Inc. aux
États-Unis et dans d’autres pays.
Microsoft, Windows et Windows Vista sont
des marques déposées ou des marques de
commerce de Microsoft Corporation aux
États-Unis et/ou dans les autres pays.
Mac et Mac OS sont des marques
commerciales de Apple Inc., déposées aux
États-Unis et dans d’autres pays.
iPhone est une marque commerciale de
Apple Inc., déposée aux États-Unis et dans
d’autres pays.
La marque aptX® et le logo aptX sont des
marques commerciales de CSR plc ou d’une
des sociétés de son groupe, et ils peuvent
être déposés dans une ou plusieurs
juridictions.
Les autres marques commerciales et noms
commerciaux appartiennent à leurs
propriétaires respectifs.
Précautions
Communications BLUETOOTH
• La technologie sans fil BLUETOOTH
fonctionne dans un rayon d’environ 10 m
(30 pieds). La portée de communication
maximale peut varier en fonction des
obstacles (personnes, objets métalliques,
murs, etc.) ou de l’environnement
électromagnétique.
• L’illustration ci-dessous indique
l’emplacement de l’antenne intégrée sur
l’appareil. Vous pouvez améliorer la
sensibilité des communications
BLUETOOTH en orientant l’antenne
intégrée vers le périphérique BLUETOOTH
connecté. Lorsque des obstacles se
trouvent entre l’antenne du périphérique
connecté et l’antenne intégrée de cet
appareil, des parasites ou des pertes de
niveau audio peuvent se produire, ou les
communications peuvent être
interrompues.
• Les communications BLUETOOTH peuvent
être interrompues, ou bien des parasites
ou des pertes de niveau audio peuvent se
produire dans les conditions suivantes.
– Une personne se trouve entre l’appareil
et le périphérique BLUETOOTH.
Vous pourriez améliorer la situation en
plaçant le périphérique BLUETOOTH face
à l’antenne de l’appareil.
– Un obstacle, par exemple un objet
métallique ou un mur, se trouve entre
l’appareil et le périphérique BLUETOOTH.
– Un appareil utilisant une fréquence de
2,4 GHz, par exemple un périphérique
Wi-Fi, un téléphone sans fil ou un four à
micro-ondes, est utilisé à proximité de
cet appareil.
• Comme les périphériques BLUETOOTH et
Wi-Fi (IEEE802.11b/g/n) utilisent la même
fréquence (2,4 GHz), des interférences en
hyperfréquences peuvent se produire et
entraîner des parasites, des pertes de
niveau audio ou l’interruption des
communications si cet appareil est utilisé à
proximité d’un périphérique Wi-Fi. En
pareil cas, prenez les mesures suivantes.
– Utilisez cet appareil à une distance d’au
moins 10 m (30 pieds) du périphérique
Wi-Fi.
– Si cet appareil est utilisé à moins de 10 m
(30 pieds) d’un périphérique Wi-Fi,
éteignez le périphérique Wi-Fi.
– Installez cet appareil et le périphérique
BLUETOOTH aussi près que possible l’un
de l’autre.
• Les émissions d’hyperfréquences d’un
périphérique BLUETOOTH peuvent
perturber le fonctionnement des appareils
médicaux électroniques. Pour éviter de
causer un accident, éteignez cet appareil
et les autres périphériques BLUETOOTH
dans les endroits suivants :
– en présence de gaz inflammable, dans
un hôpital ou une station-service
– à proximité de portes automatiques ou
d’un avertisseur d’incendie
• N’utilisez pas l’appareil dans un avion. Les
ondes radio risquent de perturber les
instruments et de provoquer un accident
en raison d’un problème de
fonctionnement.
• En raison des caractéristiques de la
technologie sans fil BLUETOOTH, le son
reproduit sur cet appareil est légèrement
décalé par rapport au son en cours de
lecture sur le périphérique BLUETOOTH
pendant une conversation téléphonique
ou l’écoute de la musique.
• Cet appareil prend en charge les
caractéristiques de sécurité conformes à la
norme BLUETOOTH pour offrir une
connexion sécurisée lors de l’utilisation de
la technologie sans fil BLUETOOTH;
cependant, la sécurité pourrait être
insuffisante selon le réglage. Soyez
prudent lorsque vous communiquez au
moyen de la technologie sans fil
BLUETOOTH.
• Nous ne pouvons être tenus responsables
de la fuite d’informations survenant lors
de communications BLUETOOTH.
• La connexion ne peut pas être garantie
avec tous les périphériques BLUETOOTH.
– Un périphérique doté de la fonction
BLUETOOTH est nécessaire pour la
conformité à la norme BLUETOOTH
spécifiée par Bluetooth SIG, Inc. et pour
l’authentification.
– Même si le périphérique connecté est
conforme à la norme BLUETOOTH
mentionnée précédemment, certains
périphériques peuvent ne pas se
connecter ou ne pas fonctionner
correctement, selon leurs
caractéristiques ou spécifications.
– Selon le périphérique ou
l’environnement de communication, des
parasites peuvent se produire lors des
communications téléphoniques en
mains libres.
• Selon le périphérique à connecter, le
démarrage des communications peut
prendre un certain temps.
Si le son est fréquemment saccadé
pendant la lecture
• Vous pourriez améliorer la situation en
réglant le mode de qualité sonore à
« priorité à la qualité sonore ». Pour plus
de détails, reportez-vous au manuel d’aide.
• Vous pourriez améliorer la situation en
modifiant les réglages de qualité de
lecture sans fil ou en réglant le mode de
lecture sans fil à SBC sur le périphérique
émetteur. Pour plus de détails,
reportez-vous au mode d’emploi fourni
avec le périphérique émetteur.
Chargement de l’appareil
• Cet appareil peut être chargé uniquement
par USB. Un ordinateur personnel avec
port USB est requis pour le chargement.
• Lors du chargement, il n’est pas possible
de mettre cet appareil en marche ni
d’utiliser les fonctions BLUETOOTH et de
réduction de bruits.
• Vous pouvez utiliser l’appareil en
connectant le câble de casque d’écoute
fourni, même pendant le chargement de
l’appareil.
MDR-100ABN
4-582-886-
13
(1)
Wireless Noise
Canceling Stereo
Headset
Casque stéréo sans
fil réducteur de
bruits
Auriculares estéreo
inalámbricos con
función de supresión
de ruido
Reference Guide
US
Guide de référence
FR
Guía de referencia
ES
http://www.sony.net/
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