Shure SE315 User manual

Shure Sound Isolating™ Earphones, built with balanced armature speakers,
deliver a detailed soundstage free from outside noise. The powerful and
stylish Shure SE earphones come with a detachable cable, adapters, a
durable carrying case, and interchangeable Sound Isolating™ sleeves for a
comfortable and personalized fit.
©2010 Shure Incorporated
27A13835 (Rev. 2)
Sound Isolating™ Earphones
WARNING FOR ALL EARPHONES!
LISTENING TO AUDIO AT EXCESSIVE VOLUMES CAN CAUSE PERMANENT HEARING DAMAGE. USE AS
LOW A VOLUME AS POSSIBLE.
Over exposure to excessive sound levels can damage your ears resulting in permanent noise-induced hearing loss
(NIHL). Please use the following guidelines established by the Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) on
maximum time exposure to sound pressure levels before hearing damage occurs.
90 dB SPL
at 8 hours
95 dB SPL
at 4 hours
100 dB SPL
at 2 hours
105 dB SPL
at 1 hour
110 dB SPL
at ½ hour
115 dB SPL
at 15 minutes
120 dB SPL
Avoid or damage may occur
For safe and correct use of earphones, read this manual before use. Keep the manual and safety
information in a convenient place for future reference.
Safety Precautions
The possible results of incorrect use are marked by one of two symbols - WARNING and CAUTION - depending
upon the imminence of the danger and the severity of the damage.
WARNING!
WARNING
Ignoring these warnings may cause severe injury or death as a result of
incorrect operation.
CAUTION
Ignoring these cautions may cause moderate injury or property damage as a
result of incorrect operation.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS: Before using this product, please read and
save the enclosed warnings and safety instructions.
CAUTION
Do not use when a failure to hear your surroundings could be dangerous, such as while driving, or
when biking, walking, or jogging where traffic is present and accidents could occur.
hKeep this product and its accessories out of reach of children. Handling or use by children may pose
a risk of death or serious injury. Contains small parts and cords that may pose risk of choking or
strangulation.
Set the volume level of the audio device to a minimum, and then after connecting the earphones,
adjust the volume gradually. Sudden exposure to loud noises could cause hearing damage.
 Turn up the volume control only far enough to hear properly.
Ringing in the ears may indicate that the volume level is too high. Try lowering the volume.
If you connect these earphones to an airplane’s sound system, listen at low levels so that loud mes-
sages from the pilot do not cause discomfort.
Have your hearing checked by an audiologist on a regular basis. If you experience wax buildup,
discontinue use until a medical professional has examined your ears.
Failure to use, clean, or maintain earphone sleeves and nozzles according to manufacturer’s instruc-
tions may increase the risk of sleeves detaching from the nozzle and becoming lodged in your ear.
Prior to inserting the earphone, always recheck the sleeve to make sure it is firmly attached to the
nozzle.
If a sleeve becomes lodged in your ear, seek skilled medical assistance to remove the sleeve. Dam-
age to the ear may be caused by non-professionals attempting to remove the sleeve.
xDo not attempt to modify this product. Doing so could result in personal injury and/or product failure.
WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or
other reproductive harm.
Do not immerse in water, such as while taking a bath or washing your face, otherwise sound deteriora-
tion or failures may result.
Do not use while sleeping as accidents may result.
Use a slow twisting motion to remove the earphones. Never pull on the earphone cord.
Stop using the earphones immediately if they are causing great discomfort, irritation, rash, discharge, or
any other uncomfortable reaction.
If you are currently receiving ear treatment, consult your physician before using this device.
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Detachable Cable
You may need to detach the cable from the earphones to attach optional components or to
replace the cable if it becomes damaged. To prevent accidental separation, the connector
has a snug fit. Take special care to prevent damage to the earphone and connector.
• Do not use pliers or other tools.
• Grasp the connector and the earphone as close as possible to where they join.
• Pull straight apart—do not twist. Cable is a snap fit, not threaded.
• Do not pull on the cable or put any pressure on the earphone nozzle.
• Listen for a click when connecting.
• When reattaching the cable, match the “L” and “R” markings. For clear cables and
earphones, match the color dots (Red = Right, Blue = Left).
Audible click when
properly seated
Note: If you pull at an angle, the connector will not detach.
Over the ear in back
Wearing the Earphones
The following are some suggested ways of wearing the earphones.
Tighten the cable and take up
slack by raising the cable cinch.
Wearing the cable over the ear
and securing it behind the head
can help keep the earphones in
place during physical activity
Inserting the Earphones
Insert the earphones so they form
a tight seal. The fit of the earphone
can greatly affect sound quality.
Important: If there seems to
be a lack of low frequency
response (bass), this means
that the earphone sleeve
is not forming a tight seal.
Gently push the earphone
deeper into the ear canal or
try a different sleeve.
Warning:Do not push the earphone sleeve beyond the ear canal opening.
Changing Sleeves
Twist and pull to remove the sleeve from the nozzle.
Slide on a new sleeve so that it completely covers
the barb and the nozzle.
Caution: If the barb or any of the nozzle is exposed, the sleeve is not properly installed.
Replace sleeves if they do not tightly grip the nozzle.
To ensure proper fit and performance, use only sleeves supplied by Shure (unless us-
ing custom molded sleeves).
Removing the Earphones
Grasp the body of earphone and gently twist to remove.
Note: Do not pull on cable to remove earphone.
Choosing a Sleeve
Select an earphone sleeve that provides the best fit and sound isolation. It
should be easy to insert, fit comfortably, and easy to remove.
Soft Flex Sleeves: In small, medium, and large sizes. Made from pli-
able rubber.
Soft Foam Sleeves: Compress the foam sleeve between your fingers
and insert into the ear canal. Hold in place for about ten seconds while
the foam expands.
Triple-Flange Sleeves: If desired, use scissors to trim the stem
on the sleeve.

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Cleaning
Tool
Cleaning the Earphone Nozzle
If you notice a change in sound quality, remove the sleeve and check the nozzle
of your earphone. If nozzle is blocked, clear obstruction by
using wire loop end of cleaning tool.
Wire Loop
Caution: When cleaning, do not force any object through the earphone nozzle!
This will damage the earphone sound filter.
Warning: The cleaning tool is only to be used to clean the earphones.
Any other use, such as using the tool to clean ears, could result in injury.
Accessories
• Earphone Sleeves
• Replacement Cables
• Carrying Cases
• Music Phone Accessory Cables
• Volume Control
• Adapters
Maintenance
• Careful maintenance ensures a tight seal between the sleeve and nozzle, improving
sound quality and product safety.
• Keep the earphones and sleeves as clean and dry as possible.
• To clean sleeves, remove them from earphones, gently rinse in warm water and air
dry. Foam sleeves require a longer drying time. Inspect for damage and replace if
necessary. Ear sleeves must be completely dry before reusing.
• Wipe the earphones and sleeves with mild antiseptic to avoid infections. Do not use
alcohol-based disinfectants.
• Do not expose earphones to extreme temperatures.
• Replace the sleeves if they do not fit properly.
• Do not attempt to modify this product. Doing so will void the warranty and could result in
personal injury and/or product failure.
• Note: The cable connectors to the earphones may collect debris or other deposits that
can affect audio quality. If this happens, disconnect the cables and clean them using a
dry cotton swab.
WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
CERTIFICATION
Eligible to bear CE Marking. Conforms to EMC Directive 2004/108/EC. Meets applicable
tests and performance criteria in European Standard EN55103 (1996) parts 1 and 2, for
residential (E1) and light industrial (E2) environments. The Declaration of Conformity can
be obtained from the address below.
Shure Europe GmbH
Authorized European representative:
Shure Europe GmbH
Headquarters Europe, Middle East & Africa
Department: EMEA Approval
Wannenacker Str. 28
D-74078 Heilbronn, Germany
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Technical Specifications
SE315
Transducer type Single High-Definition MicroDriver
Sensitivity (at 1khz) 116 dB SPL/mW
Impedance (at 1kHz) 27 W
Frequency Range 22 Hz - 18.5 kHz
Input connector 3.5mm (1/8 in.) gold-plated stereo plug
Net weight 30 g (1 oz.)
Operational temperature -18° C to 57° C (0° F to 135° F)
Storage temperature -29° C to 74° C (-20° F to 165° F)