Silvercrest SBKG 40 A1 User manual

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Table of contents
Introduction..............................3
About these operating instructions ....................3
Trademark information .............................3
Warning types ...........................4
Safety instructions ........................5
Safety instructions for rechargeable batteries.......... 10
Notes on radio interface ......................... 12
Intended use ............................13
Control elements .........................14
Setting up ..............................15
Unpacking .................................... 15
Check package contents ......................... 15
Charging the internal battery ...................... 16
Handling and operation...................17
Turning the headphones on/off .................... 17
Wearing the headphones......................... 18
Pairing/unpairing the headphones with a
Bluetooth®device............................. 18
Music playback via Bluetooth®.................. 20
Telephone functions ............................. 21
Music playback via AUX IN....................... 23
Storing the headphones .......................... 24
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Cleaning................................24
Storage when not in use ..................25
Disposal ................................25
Disposing of the appliance........................ 25
Disposing of packaging .......................... 26
Troubleshooting .........................27
Appendix...............................30
Technical specifications .......................... 30
FCC Compliance Statement ....................... 31
3 year limited warranty .......................... 33
Distributor ..................................... 35
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Introduction
About these operating instructions
Congratulations on purchasing your new device.
You have selected a high-quality product.
The operating instructions are part of this product.
They contain important information on safety, use, and disposal.
Before using the product, please familiarize yourself with all
operating and safety information. Use the product only as
described and for the specified applications. Keep these oper-
ating instructions in a safe location. In addition, please make
sure to pass on all documents when you transfer the product to
a third party.
Trademark information
USB
®
is a registered trademark of USB Implementers Forum,
Inc.
The Bluetooth®word mark and the Bluetooth®logo are
registered trademarks of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. (Special Interest
Group). Any use of the trademarks by Kompernaß Handels
GmbH takes place under the terms of a license.
The SilverCrest trademark and trade name are the property
of their respective owner.
All other names and products may be the trademarks or regis-
tered trademarks of their respective owners.
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Warning types
The following warning types are used in these operating
instructions:
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you
to potential injury hazards. Obey all safety messag-
es that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury
and death.
► WARNING indicates a hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
► CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
► NOTICE indicates information that is considered important,
but not hazardous (e.g. messages related to property
damage).
►A TIP provides additional information that will assist you in
using the appliance.
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Safety instructions
This section contains important safety instructions for using
the appliance. This appliance complies with statutory safety
regulations. Improper use may result in personal injury and
material damage.
Risk of hearing damage
Danger due to excessive volume!
Loud music can lead to hearing damage.
■ Use these headphones cautiously. Using head-
phones for long periods and at high volume
levels can lead to hearing damage. Always start
by setting a low volume and then adjust it to a
comfortable level. Always use headphones so
that you can still hear ambient noise.
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Risk of accidents
Risk of impaired perception!
■ Acoustic warning and indication signals as well
as ambient noise may sound different while you
are wearing these headphones. Make sure you
are aware of how the sound of these signals
differ so that you can recognize the signals in the
appropriate situations.
■ Do not use the headphones while driving a vehi-
cle, riding a bicycle, operating machinery, or in
any other situation in which impaired perception
of ambient noise could put you or other people
in danger. Please also observe the statutory
provisions and regulations of the country in which
you are using the headphones.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING!
Failure to observe the following warnings
may result in fatal or serious injuries.
■ Check the headphones for visible external dam-
age before use. Do not operate headphones that
have been damaged or dropped.
■ Protect the cables against damage, for example
caused by sharp edges, hot areas, clamping, or
crushing.
■ If the power cord or ports are damaged, have
them replaced by an authorized specialist or
customer service.
■ This product is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sen-
sory or mental capabilities or lacking experience
and knowledge unless supervised or instructed in
safe product use by a person responsible for their
safety. Children should be supervised to ensure
they do not play with the product.
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■WARNING!
Do not allow children to play
with the packaging material!
Keep all packaging materials away from children.
There is a risk of suffocation!
■ The headphones should only be repaired by
authorized specialist personnel or the customer
service department. Improper repairs may put
the user at risk. They will also invalidate any
warranty claim.
■ Do not make any unauthorized modifications or
alterations to the headphones. This device may
not be opened by the user.
■ Ensure that the charging cable is not stretched
tightly or kinked.
■ Do not expose the device to direct sunlight or
high temperatures. Otherwise, it may become
overheated and irreparably damaged.
■CAUTION! Do not operate the device close
to naked flames (e.g.candles) and do not place
burning candles on or next to the device. This
helps you avoid fires.
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■ The device may heat up while it is charging.
Place the device in a well-ventilated location
during the charging process and do not cover it.
■ Protect the device from penetration by moisture
and liquids. Never submerge the device in water
or place objects filled with liquids (e.g. vases)
close to the device.
■ Turn the device off immediately and disconnect
any connected cables from the device if you hear
any unusual noises, smell burning, or notice any
smoke. Have the device checked by a qualified
specialist before using it again.
■WARNING! Incorrect handling of batteries can
result in fire, explosions, leakage of hazardous
substances, or other dangerous situations!
Do not throw the device into a fire, as the integrat-
ed battery may explode.
■ Comply with all restrictions or prohibitions on use
for battery-powered devices in locations with spe-
cific hazard risks, such as gas stations, airplanes,
hospitals, etc.
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Safety instructions for rechargeable
batteries
Failure to observe the following warnings
may result in fatal or serious injuries.
■ This product contains rechargeable batteries.
Do not throw the batteries into a fire and do not
subject them to high temperatures. There is a risk
of explosion!
■ Under extreme conditions, leaks in the battery
cells may occur. In the event that battery fluid
comes into contact with skin or eyes, the af-
fected area must immediately be flushed with
fresh water for at least 15 minutes. Contact a
physician.
■ Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
Children might put batteries into their mouth
and swallow them. If a battery has been swal-
lowed, seek medical assistance immediately.
Also, contact your local poison control center.
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