Sennheiser RS 160 - 08-09 User manual

RS 160
Digital Wireless System
Instruction manual

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Contents
Contents
Important safety information ........................................................................... 2
The RS 160 digital RF headphone system ...................................................... 4
Delivery includes .................................................................................................. 5
Product overview ................................................................................................. 6
Overview of the HDR 160 headphones ..................................................... 6
Overview of the TR 160 transmitter .......................................................... 7
Overview of the indicators and acoustic signals ..................................... 8
Overview of the connection stages .......................................................... 10
Putting the RS 160 into operation ................................................................. 11
Setting up the transmitter ......................................................................... 11
Connecting the transmitter to a sound source ...................................... 12
Powering the transmitter .......................................................................... 13
Powering the headphones ......................................................................... 15
Adjusting the headband of the headphones ......................................... 17
Using the RS 160 ............................................................................................... 18
Switching the transmitter on and off ...................................................... 18
Switching the headphones on and off .................................................... 20
Adjusting the volume on the headphones ............................................. 21
Adjusting the signal of the sound source ............................................... 22
Associating the headphones to the transmitter ................................... 23
Listening with several headphones simultaneously ............................ 26
Cleaning the RS 160 .......................................................................................... 27
If a problem occurs ... ........................................................................................ 28
Accessories and spare part .............................................................................. 30
Specifications ...................................................................................................... 31
Manufacturer declarations ............................................................................... 32

Important safety information
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Important safety information
• Please read this instruction manual carefully and completely before
using the product.
• Make this instruction manual easily accessible to all users at all times.
Always include this instruction manual when passing the product on to
third parties.
• Do not use the product in situations which require special attention
(e.g. in traffic or when performing skilled jobs).
• Always keep the product dry and do not expose it to extreme
temperatures (normal operating temperatures: 0 °C/32 °F to 40 °C/
104 °F).
• Use the product with care and store it in a clean, dust-free
environment.
• Switch the headphones off after use to conserve battery power.
Remove the batteries if the product will not be used for extended
periods of time.
• The headphones contain magnets that generate a magnetic field which
could cause interference with cardiac pacemakers and implanted
defibrillators. Keep the headphones at least 1.2” (3 cm) from cardiac
pacemakers or implanted defibrillators.
• Please protect your hearing from high volume levels. Sennheiser
headphones also sound exceptionally good at low volumes.
• Only use the Sennheiser supplied power supply units.
• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not use the product near
water and do not expose it to rain or moisture.
• Unplug the power supply unit from the wall socket
– to completely disconnect the product from the mains
– during lightning storms or
– when unused for long periods of time.
• Only operate the power supply unit from the type of power source
specified in the chapter “Specifications” (see page 31).
• Ensure that the power supply unit is
– in a safe operating condition and easily accessible,
– properly plugged into the wall socket,
– only operated within the permissible temperature range,
– not covered or exposed to direct sunlight for longer periods of time
in order to prevent heat accumulation (see “Specifications” on
page 31).
• Do not operate the product near any heat sources.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by Sennheiser (see
“Accessories and spare part” on page 30).

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Important safety information
Replacement parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses
replacement parts specified by Sennheiser or those having the same
characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result
in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
Intended use
Intended use of the product includes
• having read this instruction manual, especially the chapter “Important
safety instructions” on page 2,
• using the product within the operating conditions and limitations
described in this instruction manual.
“Improper use” means using the product other than as described in this
instruction manual, or under operating conditions which differ from those
described herein.
Safety instructions for the NiMH rechargeable batteries
If abused or misused, the rechargeable batteries may leak. In extreme
cases, they may even present
Please understand that Sennheiser does not accept liability for damage
arising from abuse or misuse.
• a heat hazard,
• a fire hazard,
• an explosion hazard,
• a smoke or gas hazard.
Keep away from
children.
Only use rechargeable batteries
recommended by Sennheiser.
Observe correct polarity. Do not short-circuit.
Do not expose to
moisture.
Switch rechargeable battery-
powered products off after use.
Do not pack charged
batteries loose – danger
of shorting out/fire
hazard.
When not using rechargeable
batteries for extended periods
of time, charge them regularly
(about every 3 months).
Only charge
rechargeable batteries
at ambient
temperatures between
10 °C/50 °F and 40 °C/
104 °F.
Do not heat above 70 °C/
158 °F, e.g. do not expose to
sunlight or throw into a fire.
Do not mutilate or
dismantle.
Do not continue to use
defective rechargeable
batteries.
Immediately remove
rechargeable batteries
from obviously
defective devices.
Dispose of rechargeable
batteries at special collection
points or return it to your
specialist dealer.

The RS 160 digital RF headphone system
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The RS 160 digital RF headphone system
The RS 160 is an RF stereo hi-fi headphone system with comprehensive
technical features. Its transparent and balanced sound image with
excellent bass response makes this system an ideal choice for hi-fi, home
cinema and TV use.
Enjoy total freedom of sound, stylish design and maximum comfort.
Additional features of the RS 160 headphone system
• Transmits uncompressed audio over a robust 2.4 GHz digital link,
enabling you to enjoy your music without the hassles of cables.
• Dynamic transducer systems with powerful neodymium magnets
deliver clear and detailed audio reproduction.
• Kleer’s uncompressed digital wireless transmission delivers CD-quality
sound.
• No set-up required – just plug and play. Simply connect the transmitter
to your personal audio/video player, put on the headphones and turn
it on!
• TR 160 transmitter with multi-receiver capability, enabling up to
4 people to listen to the same sound source.
KleerTM wireless transmission technology
The RS 160 headphone system features the digital wireless audio
transmission technology from Kleer. The Kleer company has developed an
RF-based wireless transmission standard (of the same name) that offers
lossless audio transmission in CD-quality while consuming minimal power.

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Delivery includes
Delivery includes
1 HDR 160 headphones
1 TR 160 transmitter
1 power supply unit with country adapters
1 stereo audio cable with 3.5 mm jack plugs
1 DC cable (4.0 mm DC jack socket to 2 x 4.0 mm DC plug)
2 AAA size NiMH rechargeable batteries, 1.2 V
1 quick guide incl. CD ROM with detailed instruction manual (PDF file)
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Product overview
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Product overview
Overview of the HDR 160 headphones
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쐃Headband 쐏VOLUME + button
쐇Ear pads 쐄Multi-function button
쐋Battery compartments 쐂VOLUME – button
쐆Charging socket (DC 5V 0.5A)
쐊Multi-function LED
With the multi-function button 쐄, you can switch the
headphones on/to standby mode, set the headphones to multi-user
operation, mute the headphones and associate the headphones.

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Product overview
Overview of the TR 160 transmitter
햲Multi-function button
햳Multi-function LED
햴Socket for power supply unit (DC 5V 0.5A)
햵Audio input (AUDIO IN)
햶VOLUME control (– +)
With the multi-function button 햲, you can switch the
transmitter on/to standby mode, set the transmitter to multi-user
operation and associate the transmitter.
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Product overview
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Overview of the indicators and acoustic signals
Meaning of the pictograms for the different LEDs
Indicators on the headphones
Status Meaning
The LED is lit.
The LED flashes once per second.
The LED flashes twice every 5 seconds.
Indicator Status Meaning
Multi-function LED 쐊The rechargeable batteries
are almost flat.
The rechargeable batteries
are being charged.
off The rechargeable batteries
are fully charged.
The headphones are in
enrollment mode (searching
for a transmitter to pair
with).
The headphones are in
association mode
(exchanging device
information with the
transmitter).
The headphones receive an
audio signal.
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Product overview
Indicators on the transmitter
Acoustic signal of the headphones
Indicator Status Meaning
Multi-function LED 햳The signal of the sound
source is too strong.
The transmitter is in
enrollment mode (searching
for headphones to pair
with).
The transmitter is in
association mode
(exchanging device
information with the
headphones).
The transmitter is in single-
user operation.
The transmitter is in multi-
user operation.
1 short beep Meaning
The minimum volume is reached.
The maximum volume is reached.
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Overview of the connection stages
Connection establishment
Enrollment mode When you switch the headphones and the transmitter on, the headphones
search for a suitable transmitter.
Pairing The headphones and the transmitter have recognized each other and the
headphones are paired with the transmitter.
Single-user and multi-user operation
Single-user operation You can listen to your sound source via one pair of headphones. By default,
the transmitter is set to single-user operation (see page 23).
Multi-user operation In order to be able to listen to your sound source with several headphones
simultaneously, you have to set your transmitter to multi-user operation
(see page 26).
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Putting the RS 160 into operation
Putting the RS 160 into operation
Setting up the transmitter
왘Choose a suitable place near your sound source (e.g. TV, stereo or home
cinema system).
왘Do not place the transmitter close to metal objects such as shelf bars,
reinforced concrete walls, etc. as this can decrease the transmitter’s
range.
왘Make sure that there is direct line of sight between the transmitter and
the headphones.
Music
Photos
Videos
Extras
Settings
ShuffleSongs

Putting the RS 160 into operation
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Connecting the transmitter to a sound source
You can connect the TR 160 transmitter to different sound sources, such
as a TV, a DVD player or a stereo system.
왘Switch your sound source off before connecting the transmitter.
왘Connect the audio cable 햷to the audio input 햵of the transmitter.
왘Connect the audio cable 햷to the headphone socket of your sound
source.
왘Adjust the volume on your sound source to a medium level. This
improves the quality of wireless sound transmission. If necessary,
check the settings of your sound source.
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Putting the RS 160 into operation
Powering the transmitter
For powering the TR 160 transmitter, you can use:
• the supplied SSA-4P 5050F power supply unit for stationary use
• rechargeable batteries (AA size, NiMH, 1.2 V, at least 1,300 mAh) for
mobile use
• standard batteries (AA size, 1.5 V) for mobile use
Powering the transmitter via the power supply unit
왘Select the suitable country adapter 햹for your wall socket.
왘Slide the country adapter 햹onto the power supply unit 햸until it locks
into place.
왘Connect the connector 햺of the power supply unit to the socket 햴.
왘Plug the power supply unit 햸into a wall socket.
The transmitter switches on. The multi-function LED 햳flashes green
after 9 seconds. The transmitter is in enrollment mode.
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You can also connect the charging cable 햻to the connector 햺of
the power supply unit to conveniently charge your headphones
(see “Charging rechargeable batteries in the headphones” on
page 16 ).

Putting the RS 160 into operation
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Inserting rechargeable batteries/standard batteries into the transmitter
and changing them
왘Power the TR 160 transmitter either with rechargeable batteries (AA
size, NiMH, 1.2 Vat least 1,300 mAh) or standard batteries (AA size,
1.5 V).
왘Open the battery compartment at the base of the transmitter as
shown.
왘Remove the depleted rechargeable batteries or batteries (where
applies).
왘Insert the rechargeable batteries or batteries. Observe correct polarity.
왘Close the battery compartment.
The cover locks into place with an audible click and the transmitter
switches on. The multi-function LED 햳flashes green after 9 seconds.
The transmitter is in enrollment mode.
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Putting the RS 160 into operation
Powering the headphones
For powering the headphones, you can use:
• standard batteries (AAA size, 1.5 V)
• rechargeable batteries (AAA size, NiMH, 1.2 V, 600 mAh)
If you use rechargable batteries, you can charge them in the headphones
using the charging cable 햻(see next chapter).
Inserting rechargeable batteries/standard batteries into the
headphones and changing the rechargeable batteries/standard
batteries
왘Remove the ear pads 쐇from both ear cups by turning the ear pads in
the direction of the arrow until you overcome a slight resistance.
왘Lift the ear pads 쐇off the ear cups.
왘Remove the depleted rechargeable batteries or batteries (where
applies).
왘Insert the rechargeable batteries or batteries. Observe correct polarity.
왘Secure the ear pads 쐇to the ear cups.
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Charging rechargeable batteries in the headphones
Charge the rechargeable batteries for at least 16 hours prior to first time
use. Subsequent charging time is about half of the previous operating
time. The operating time is up to 24 hours.
왘Connect the charging cable 햻to the charging socket 쐆on the
headphones.
왘Connect the charging cable 햻to the socket 햴on the transmitter.
왘Connect the charging cable 햻to the connector 햺of the power supply
unit.
왘Plug the power supply unit 햸into a wall socket.
The rechargeable batteries are being charged. The multi-function
LED 쐊on the headphones lights up orange.
CAUTION Danger of damage to the headphones!
If standard batteries are inserted into the headphones, the
batteries can leak during charging and damage the
headphones.
왘Only charge rechargeable batteries in your headphones.
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The transmitter automatically switches from battery operation to
mains operation if you connect the power supply unit or the
charging cable 햻to the transmitter.
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Putting the RS 160 into operation
Adjusting the headband of the headphones
For good sound quality and best possible comfort, the headband has to be
adjusted to properly fit your head. To do so, adjust the headband 쐃via its
snap-in locking mechanism:
왘Wear the headphones so that the headband 쐃runs over the top of
your head.
왘Adjust the length of the headband so that
– your ears are completely inside the earpads,
– you feel even, gentle pressure around your ears,
– a snug fit of the headband 쐃on the head is ensured.
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Using the RS 160
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Using the RS 160
To switch the product on and to listen to your sound source, proceed as
follows:
Switching the transmitter on and off
Switching the transmitter on
왘Press the multi-function button 햲for approx. 1 second.
The transmitter switches on. The multi-function LED 햳flashes green,
indicating that the transmitter is in enrollment mode.
Once the transmitter has found suitable headphones, it pairs with the
headphones and transmits an audio signal. The multi-function LED 쐊
of the headphones and the multi-function LED 햳of the transmitter
flash slowly.
Sequence of steps Page
1. Make sure that the rechargeable batteries are charged. 16
2. Switch your sound source on. –
3. Switch your transmitter on. 18
4. Switch your headphones on. 20
5. Adjust the desired volume. 21
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Using the RS 160
Switching the transmitter off
왘Press the multi-function button 햲for approx. 1 second.
The multi-function LED 햳goes off. The transmitter is in standby mode.
To disconnect the transmitter from the mains:
왘Pull out the mains plug from the wall socket.
If the headphones are outside the transmission range or switched
off for more than 5 minutes, the transmitter automatically switches
to standby mode. The multi-function LED 햳goes off. In standby
mode, the transmitter’s power consumption is very low so that it
can remain connected to the mains.