Etymotic ER4XR User manual

ER4
User Manual

CAUTION
Etymotic earphones exclude most external sounds. It is unsafe to use in-ear
earphones while operating a motorized vehicle, operating machinery,
bicycling or jogging, because you may not be alerted to potential danger.
In rare instances an eartip may come off in the ear canal when removing the
earphone. If this should occur and the eartip cannot be easily removed, it is
recommended that you promptly contact an audiologist or other medical
professional. A professional can use blunt tweezers to remove the eartip.
Consult an audiologist or physician if you have excessive ear wax, difficulty
inserting the eartips, or discomfort after prolonged use.
Do not listen at excessively loud levels. Research confirms that earphones
that seal the ear canal · allow listeners to listen at safer levels. Noise-induced
hearing loss is a function of exposure time, the average sound level and the
peak output of very loud sounds. A sealed eartip and lower listening levels
allow for longer periods of safe listening.
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IN THE BOX
3- Fiange
A. Earphones
B. Detachable, 5ft cord with 3.5 mm gold
plated stereo plug
C. 1/4" stereo phone adapter
D. Assortment of eartips
E. Filter removal tool
and replacement filters
F. Shirt clip
G. Zippered storage case
H. Performance certificate (not shown )
Large
B·llmm
Accessories are available at www.etymotic.com
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IDENTIFICATION
Eartip
Earphone
Body
Cable
Connector
unsnaps
from
Earphone
Body
Keytab
Notch
Splitter
Cable
\
4
Cable
Connector
Braided
Cable
for
extended
flex
life
Gold
Plated
3.5mm
Stereo
Plug
designed
for
most
earphone
cases

SELECTING
AN
EARTIP
large
3-flange
Small3-flange
Foam
8-Bmm 7-llmm 8-
Bmm
The
eartips
that
are
most
comfortable
are
the
best
choice,
but
they
should
seal
well
in
the
ears
for
best
noise
isolation
and
sound
quality.
When
changing
eartips
make
sure
the
eartip
fits
securely
on
the
stem
of
the
earphone.
correct
incorrect
NOTE:
Hold
the
earphone
body
-
not
the
cable
connector-when
removing
the
eartips
to
avoid
accidentally
detaching
cable.
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PROPER
INSERTION
Important
:
Sound
quality,
full
bass
response
and
noise
isolation
all
depend
on
a
good
eartip
seal
in
the
ear
ca
na
l.
See
a
video
demonstration
of
how
to
get
a
proper
fit
at
www
.
etymotic.com
·
While
pulling
up
and
out
on
the
back
of
the
ear
carefully
insert
the
earphone
.
·
Twist
the
earphone
into
the
ear
canal
while
inserting,
until
outside
noise
is
blocked
out.
· 3-
flange
eartips:
Moistening
eases
insertion
.
·
Foam
eartips:
Roll
down
or
compress
foam
eartip
befo
rein
ser
t
ing
.
Hold
the
eartip
in
place
for
about
5
seconds
wh
il
e
the
foam
expands
to
create
a
tight
seal
in
the
ear canal.
REMOVAL
Remove
earphones
slowly
with
a
twisting
motion
to
gradually
break
the
seal.
Do
not
pull
on
the
cable
to
remove
the
earphones
.
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SHIRT
CLIP
Attaching
the
Clip
Shirt
clip
attaches
to
the
splitter
cable.
Using
the
Slider
Slider
is
used
to
snug
the
c
able
under
the
chin
to
help
secure
the
earphone
s.
CORD
SLIDER
7
Note:
Securing
splitter
cable
helps
reduce
cable
noise.

DETACHABLE CABLES
Detaching Cables
1. Grab the body of the earphone.
Attaching Cables
1. Align the key tab with the notch in
the body of the earphone and cable
connector.
2. Pull the cable connector away from
the earphone body. Do not twist.
Pull straight out to prevent damage
to the key tab.
2. Press together until you fee lit
snap in.
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Note: Do not pull or twist
from the cable connector. It's
important to pull straight out.
Note : If the key tab is
not aligned with the
notch, snap will not
engage.
Key Tab

CHANGING FILTERS
Etymotic earphones have special filters that smooth the frequency response
and prevent earwax from entering the earphones. A filter is located
at the end of the earphone and is visible when the eartip is removed.
If a filter becomes clogged ,it should be replaced. A dirty filter will reduce
earphone output. The filter should be changed if loudness decreases or the
sound quality declines. Note: Filters are not reusable.
Filter Removal
Note: Use the tool to remove the fil t er.
1. Remove eartip.
Filter Replacement
2. Insert tool into
the filter.
Note : Do !lQ! use the tool to replace the filter.
1. Insert a new filter. 2. Press gent ly
against a hard
surface to secure
it in place.
3. Remove filter.
3. Re-attach ea rt ip.
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CLEANING AND REPLACING EARTIPS
Over time eartips may lose their elasticity. For best performance and
retention, replace 3-tlange eartips every 60-90 days. Replace foam
and glider eartips frequently.
To clean 3-flange eartips:
1. Remove the eartip from the earphone .
.
2. Clean with water and mild soap.
3. Dry the eartip before placing it back on the earphone.
IMPORTANT
• Do not expose the earphones to extreme temperatures.
• Avoid dropping and strong impact.
• Leave eartips on the earphones for shock protection.
·Do not pull on the cord to remove the earphone from the audio
device or the ear.
• Clean or replace eartips prior to use by others.
• For best performance and retention in the ear, replace 3-tlange eartips
every 60-90 days.
·Replace foam eartips frequently.
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WARRANTY
Etymotic
Research,
Inc.
warrants
this
product
against
defects
in
material
or
workmanship
for
a
period
of
two
years
from
the
date
of
original
purchase
from
an
authorized
Etymotic
distributor
or
reseller.
Etymotic
will
repair
or
replace
the
defective
product
at
its
option
if
returned
within
the
warranty
period
to
our
service
facility.
This
warranty
is
in
lieu
of
all
other
warranties,
expressed
or
implied,
including,
but
not
limited
to
any
implied
warranty
of
merchantability
or
fitness
for
a
particular
purpose.

ETYMOTIC
RESEARCH
INC.
61
Martin
Lane·
Elk Grove Village,
IL
60007
www.etymotic.com •
888-389-6684
•
847-228-0006
©
2016
ER004579

IMPORTANT
A
deep
seal
in
the
ear
canal
is
essential.
If
the
eartips
do
not
seal
properly
there
will
be
a
loss
of
bass
and
outside
sounds
will
not
be
blocked
adequately.
Use
the
eartips
that
seal
best.
For
a
video
on
proper
earphone
insertion,
go
to:
www.etymotic.com.
website:
www.etymotic.com
email:
[email protected]
phone:
1-84
7-2
28-0006
toll
free:
888.389.6684
ER023502

ETYMOTIC
Congratulations on your purchase of the ER4 earphones.
The ER4 earphones are the most accurate in-ear earphones in the world.
The high performance, balanced armature micro-drivers are precision
matched for optimum performance.
Enclosed is a Performance Certificate indicating the conformance of
your ER4s to our stringent specifications.
Enjoy your listening experience!
ER004577-A

CERTIFICATE
OF
PERFORMANCE
ER45R
STUDIO
REFERENCE

ETYMOTIC®
Test System
ER Test System
Rev 4.11.6.0
G.R.A.S. RA0045
Ear Simulator*
Drive Level: 200 mV
Date: 6/7/2017
Certified By:
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*G.R.A.S. Ocluded Ear
Simulator performs
according to IEC
60318-4:2010 and
ANSI s3.25-2004
(R2014) standards
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Sensitivity:
104.6 dB
THD:
0.52%
Polarity:
POSITIVE
SN
Sensitivity:
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THO:
0.43%
Polarity:
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THO: The Total Harmonic Distortion
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100 dB SPL.
Polarity: A positive voltage results in a
positive acoustic output.
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847-228-0006. 888 - 389 - 6684