Sony MDR-DS6000 User manual

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Digital Surround
Headphone
System
© 2006 Sony Corporation
Operating Instructions
Mode d’emploi
Manual de instrucciones
2-649-139-23(1)
MDR-DS6000

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WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, do not expose
this apparatus to rain or
moisture.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not place objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open
the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified
personnel only.
Do not install the appliance in a
confined space, such as a bookcase or
built-in cabinet.
Hereby, Sony Corp., declares that this
equipment is in compliance with the
essential requirements and other
relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/
EC.
For details, please access the following
URL : http://www.compliance.sony.de/
This product is intended to be used in
the following countries.
CEK version: United Kingdom
CED version: Germany, Sweden,
Denmark, Finland,
Norway, Belgium,
Switzerland, Austria,
Netherlands, France,
Portugal, Italy, Spain,
Luxembourg
To check for version, please refer to the
barcode label located on the top of the
box.
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departments).

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Table Of Contents
Main Features .............................. 4
Checking the Components and
Accessories .............................. 6
Location and Function of Parts ... 7
Front Panel of the Processor .............. 7
Rear Panel of the Processor ............... 8
Headphone Part Descriptions ........... 9
Charging the Supplied
Rechargeable Nickel-metal
Hydride Battery ...................... 10
Inserting the supplied rechargeable
nickel-metal hydride battery ....... 10
Charging ............................................. 11
Checking the battery power ............ 13
Using the headphones with alkaline
batteries (sold separately) ............ 14
Connecting the Headphone
System .................................... 15
Connecting the processor to
digital components ....................... 15
Connecting the processor to
analogue components................... 16
Listening to a Connected
Component ............................. 18
Using Additional Headphones ... 23
Replacing the Ear Pads ............ 24
Troubleshooting ........................ 25
Precautions................................ 29
Specifications ............................ 30

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Main Features
The MDR-DS6000 is a digital surround headphone system using 2.4 GHz wireless
digital transmission*1. You can enjoy multi-channel surround sound with headphones
by simply connecting the digital surround processor to a DVD device or a digital
satellite/TV receiver, etc., with the supplied optical digital connecting cable.
•Compatibility of MDR-DS6000 with a wide variety of audio formats. Compatible
with Dolby Digital*2, Dolby Pro Logic II*2, DTS*2 and MPEG-2 AAC*2formats.
(Can play media marked with “Dolby Digital Surround EX” and “DTS-ES”.)
•Wireless headphones using a digital radio frequency transmission system which
reproduces uncompressed transmission sound, resistant to external noise and
interference.
•Wireless transmission means you can use these headphones anywhere indoors
without worrying about things getting in the way. (Range: Up to approx. 30 m)*3
•Superior “Virtualphones Technology”*4creates a surround sound field within the
headphones with realistic presence.
•Built-in audio compression function for easy listening even in the bursting and
whispering sound by compressing the dynamic range.
•Built-in digital through terminal.
Signal to the DIGITAL IN terminal is parallel routed through, for convenient
integration into your existing system with no need to reconfigure your hookup.
•Battery is automatically charged by placing the headphones on the processor.
•Self-adjusting mechanism headband eliminating the need for adjustment.
• Auto Power On/Off function automatically turns on the headphones when you put
them on, and turns them off when they are removed.
•Uses either rechargeable nickel-metal hydride battery (supplied) or commercially
available (size AA) alkaline batteries.
•For reproduction of movie sound quality, headphones use XD long stroke
diaphragms with wide-diameter 40 mm driver units.

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*1“SYNIC Intelligent Wireless” is a trademark of Syncomm Technology Corp. to represent
uncompressed digital radio frequency transmission technology. This technology employs a
radio frequency carrier, by which audio signals are transmitted with minimum delay and high
fidelity.
The digital surround processor for this system incorporates the Dolby Digital decoder,
the Dolby Pro Logic II decoder, the DTS decoder and the MPEG-2 AAC decoder.
*2Manufactured under licence from Dolby Laboratories and Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
“Dolby,” “Pro Logic,” the “AAC” logo, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
“DTS” and “DTS Virtual” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
AAC patent marking
Pat. 5,848,391; 5,291,557; 5,451,954; 5 400 433; 5,222,189; 5,357,594; 5 752 225; 5,394,473;
5,583,962; 5,274,740; 5,633,981; 5 297 236; 4,914,701; 5,235,671; 07/640,550; 5,579,430;
08/678,666; 98/03037; 97/02875; 97/02874; 98/03036; 5,227,788; 5,285,498; 5,481,614;
5,592,584; 5,781,888; 08/039,478; 08/211,547; 5,703,999; 08/557,046; 08/894,844
*3Transmission distance varies depending on conditions of use.
*4“Virtualphones Technology” is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation.

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Checking the Components and Accessories
Before setting up the system, check that all of the components are included.
Wireless stereo headphones MDR-RF6000 (1)Processor DP-RF6000 (1)
1Preparation
AC power adaptor (1)
Optical digital connecting cable
(rectangular type yrectangular type) (1)
Rechargeable nickel-metal hydride battery
BP-HP2000 (1)

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Front Panel of the Processor
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Location and Function of Parts
1Contact pin
2Charging lever
3COMPRESSION switch
(See page 20 for details.)
4INPUT SELECT switch
Slide to select the input source
(DIGITAL/ANALOG).
5EFFECT switch
(See page 19 for details.)
Slide to select the sound field (MUSIC/
OFF/CINEMA).
6CHG indicator
Lights red while charging.
7RF indicator
Lights blue while emitting RF signals.
8DECODE MODE indicators
(See page 20 for details.)

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Rear Panel of the Processor
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DIGITAL IN DIGITAL OUT
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DC IN 9V
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1TUNE/ID SET button
(See pages 21 and 23 for details.)
Use this button when reception
deteriorates, or when using additional
headphones.
2ATT (attenuator) switch
Set this switch to “0 dB” if the volume is
too low for analogue input. Normally, this
switch should be set to “–8 dB.”
3LINE IN jacks
(See page 16 for details.)
Connect the audio output jacks on an
audio or video component (sold
separately), such as a video cassette
player or TV, to these jacks.
4DIGITAL IN jack
(See page 15 for details.)
Connect a DVD device, digital satellite/
TV receiver, or other digital component
(sold separately) to this jack.
5DIGITAL OUT jack
(See page 15 for details.)
Connected components' digital signal
integrity retained when installed.
6DC IN 9V jack
Connect the supplied AC power adaptor
to this jack. (Be sure to use the supplied
AC power adaptor. Using products with a
different plug polarity or other
characteristics can cause a malfunction.)

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1Ear pad (left)
2Contact point
3Battery case
This battery case is for the rechargeable
nickel-metal hydride battery (supplied) or
commercially available (size AA) alkaline
batteries only.
4Self-adjusting band
The headphones automatically turn on
when you put them on.
5Ear pad (right)
VOL
TUNE/ IDSET
TUNE/ IDSET
6TUNE/ID SET button
(See pages 21 and 23 for details.)
Use this button when reception
deteriorates, or when using additional
headphones.
7VOL (Volume) control
Use to adjust the volume.
8POWER indicator
By pulling up the self-adjusting band, the
indicator lights blue when battery power
remains.
Headphone Part Descriptions

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Charging the Supplied Rechargeable
Nickel-metal Hydride Battery
The supplied rechargeable nickel-metal hydride battery is not charged from the first
time you use it. Be sure to charge it before use.
To charge the headphones, place them on the processor.
Inserting the supplied rechargeable nickel-
metal hydride battery
1Open the battery compartment lid
of the left housing.
The battery compartment lid comes
off.
2Insert the supplied rechargeable nickel-
metal hydride battery into the battery
compartment, matching the 3terminal on
the battery to the 3mark in the
compartment.
Do not attempt to charge any other kind of
battery with this unit.
Note
The battery compartment has a tab on the #side which holds the battery in place. Insert the
#terminal first when installing the battery.
3Close the battery compartment lid.
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Left housing

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Unified polarity plug
On/off switch
To an AC outlet
AC power
adaptor
(supplied)
To DC IN 9V jack
Processor
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Charging
1If your AC power adaptor is equipped with an on/off switch, set it to ON.
The power is supplied to the processor.
2Connect the supplied AC power adaptor to the processor.
Notes
•Be sure to use the supplied AC power adaptor. Using AC adaptors with different plug
polarity or other characteristics can cause product failure.
• Be sure to always use the supplied AC power adaptor. Even AC power adaptors having
the same voltage and plug polarity can damage this product due to the current capacity
or other factors.
•Connect the AC power adaptor to an easily accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an
abnormality in the AC power adaptor, disconnect it from the AC outlet immediately.

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3Rest the headphones on the processor so that the headphones’ contact point
meets the processor’s contact pin, and make sure that the CHG indicator
lights up.
It takes approx. 3 hours to fully charge the battery (the CHG indicator goes off
when charging is complete).
When placing the headphones on the processor, be sure to hold them with both
hands so that the right and left housings are horizontal, and place the
headphones vertically on the processor. The charging lever is pushed down and
the contact pin comes up. When the processor’s contact pin meets the
headphones’ contact point, the CHG indicator lights up.
If the CHG indicator is not lit
•Be sure to close the battery compartment lid. The battery charge function is not
activated when the lid is not fully closed.
• Check if the right and left headphones are rested on the processor correctly.
• The indicator will not light up if the headphones’ contact point does not meet the
processor’s contact pin. In this case, remove the headphones and place them on the
processor again so that the indicator lights up.
•Make sure that the supplied rechargeable nickel-metal hydride battery is installed
in the battery compartment. Dry batteries cannot be charged.
•If the rechargeable battery is damaged or the 3and #of the battery do not match
those in the battery compartment correctly, the CHG indicator blinks.
Right
housing
Left housing
Contact
point
Contact pin CHG
indicator
Charging
lever

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POWER
indicator
To recharge the headphone battery after use
Place the headphones on the processor after use. The CHG indicator lights up, and the
RF indicator goes off, and then charging starts.
Since the built-in timer recognizes when charging is complete (approx. 3 hours), there
is no need to remove the headphones from the processor after charging has
completed.
Notes
•The processor automatically turns off while charging the battery.
• This system is designed to charge only the supplied rechargeable battery, type BP-HP2000, for
safety. Note that other types of rechargeable batteries cannot be charged with this system.
•If dry batteries are installed, they cannot be charged.
•Do not attempt to use the supplied BP-HP2000 rechargeable battery with other components. It
is for use with this system only.
•Charge in an environmental temperature of between 0˚C and 40˚C (between 32˚F and 104˚F).
Otherwise, the battery may not be fully charged.
•Do not touch the contact pin of the processor. If a contact pin becomes dirty, charging may not
be possible.
• Charging may not be completed if the processor’s contact pin and headphones’ contact point
are dusty. Wipe them with a cotton bud, etc.
Charging and usage time
Approx. charging time Approx. usage time*1
3 hours*27 hours*3
*1at 1 kHz, 1 mW + 1 mW output
*2hours required to fully charge an empty battery
*3Time may vary, depending on the temperature or conditions of use.
Checking the battery power
Pull up the self-adjusting band and check the POWER
indicator located on the right housing. The battery is
still usable when the indicator lights blue.
Charge the rechargeable battery or install new alkaline
batteries if the POWER indicator does not light up.
Note
The rechargeable nickel-metal hydride battery should be replaced with a new one when it lasts
only half the expected time, after a full charge has been performed. The rechargeable battery,
type BP-HP2000, is not commercially available. You can order the battery from the store where
you purchased this system, or at your nearest Sony dealer.

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Using the headphones with alkaline batteries
(sold separately)
Commercially available (size AA) alkaline batteries can also be used to power the
headphones. Install the batteries in the same manner as described in “Inserting the
supplied rechargeable nickel-metal hydride battery” (page 10).
When dry batteries are installed, the battery charge function is not activated.
Battery life
Battery Approx. hours*1
Sony alkaline batteries 5 hours*2
LR6(SG)
*1at 1 kHz, 1 mW + 1 mW output
*2Time may vary, depending on the temperature or conditions of use.
Notes on batteries
•Do not charge a dry battery.
•Do not carry a battery together with coins or metallic objects. Heat can be generated by the
battery if its positive and negative terminals are accidentally shorted.
• When you are not going to use the unit for a long time, remove the batteries to avoid damage
from battery leakage or corrosion.

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1Connection
To DIGITAL IN
jack (Black)
Processor
DVD device, digital satellite/TV
receiver, or other digital
component having an optical
digital output jack
To optical digital
output jack
Optical digital connecting cable (supplied)
Match the orientation of the plug with the
jack, and then insert until the plug fits into
place.
Optical digital connecting
cable (sold separately)
To DIGITAL
OUT jack
(Red) Equipment with optical
digital input terminal such
as an AV amplifier
To optical digital
input jack
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Connecting the Headphone System
Connecting the processor to digital
components
Use the supplied optical digital connecting cable to connect the optical digital output
jack*1on a DVD device, digital satellite/TV receiver, or other digital component*2to
the DIGITAL IN jack (black) of the processor.
The connected AV component may need to be set up for optical digital output. Read
their operating instructions of the connected device.
When connecting the processor to an AV amplifier, etc., connect the DIGITAL OUT
jack (Red) and external optical digital input jack using the optical digital connecting
cable (sold separately).
Notes
•The optical digital connecting cable is an extremely high-precision device and is sensitive to
jolts and external pressure. Therefore, be careful when inserting and removing the cable plug.
• The digital input for the processor does not support sampling frequencies of 96 kHz. Set the
digital output setting of the DVD device to 48 kHz when using this system. Noise may be
heard when a 96 kHz digital signal is input.
*1If the connected equipment supports PCM output only, all surround sound effects will be
processed by DOLBY PRO LOGIC II.
*2Connection to the optical digital output jack on your personal computer is not guaranteed to
work with this system.
DTS
•ADTS-compatible DVD device is required for playback of DVDs recorded in DTS audio. (For
more details, see the instruction manual of your DVD device.)
•When playing CDs recorded in DTS format, noise may occur when fast forwarding or
rewinding. This is not a malfunction.
•If the DTS digital output is set to “OFF” on the DVD device, no sound may be heard even if the
DTS output is selected in the DVD menu.
•No sound may be heard when a DVD device and this unit is analogue-connected. In this case,
use a digital connection.

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Connecting cables (sold separately)
Use the optical digital connecting cable POC-15AB (mini-plug yrectangular plug) when
connecting the optical digital output mini-jack on portable DVD players, portable CD players, or
other digital components to the DIGITAL IN jack.
Notes on optical digital connecting cable
•Do not drop objects on the optical digital connecting
cable or expose the cable to shock.
•Grasp the plug to connect or disconnect the cable.
•Be sure that the ends of the optical digital connecting
cable are kept clean. Dust at the ends of the cable can
degrade performance.
•When storing the system, attach the cap to the end of the plug
and be careful not to fold or bend the optical digital
connecting cable with a bend radius less than 25 mm (1 inch).
Connecting the processor to analogue
components
Use an audio cord (sold separately) to connect the audio output jacks on a VCR, TV,
or other component to the LINE IN (L/R) jacks on the processor.
Connecting cables (sold separately)
Use the connecting cable (stereo mini-plug ypin plug ×2) when connecting a stereo mini-jack
(line out jack or headphone jack) to the LINE IN jacks.
In this case, set the volume on the player at a medium level. Noise can occur if the volume on the
player is set too low.
The bend radius of the optical
digital connecting cable should be
no less than 25 mm
(1 inch ) .
25 mm
(1 inch )
To audio output jacks
Audio cord
(sold separately)
Audio right (R, red)
To LINE IN jacks
Audio left
(L, white)
Audio left
(white)
Audio right (red)
VCR, TV, or other
component
Processor

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Setting the input level
If the volume is low using the analogue input, set the ATT (attenuator) switch to
“0 dB.”
Setting Connected components
0 dB TV, portable components, and other components with a low output level
–8 dB Other components (initial settings)
Notes
•Be sure to lower the volume before setting the ATT switch.
•If audio input to the LINE IN jacks is distorted (sometimes, noise can be heard at the same
time), set the ATT switch to “–8 dB.”

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POWER
indicator
Listening to a Connected Component
Before starting, be sure to read “Connecting the
Headphone System” (pages 15 to 17) and make the proper
connections.
1Turn on the component connected to the processor.
2Remove the headphones from the processor.
The processor turns on automatically and the RF indicator blinks for about 5
seconds. The processor automatically detects the optimum frequency for
transmission according to your room conditions. The RF indicator lights up when
emission from the processor starts. Then the DECODE MODE indicator lights up,
depending on the audio signal input from the connected audio or video
component and the setting of the EFFECT switch.
Signal transmission system
This unit employs a proprietary transmission system using 2.4 GHz frequency.
You can enjoy non-compressed sound with this wireless system.
3Put on the headphones.
The POWER indicator lights blue, and the headphones automatically turn on.
Be sure to match the right and left side of the headphones with your ears and
wear the headphones at the correct angle so that the Auto Power On/Off function
works correctly. Sound is heard from the headphones about 3 seconds after you
put on the headphones.
1Operation
POWER
DVD device, digital satellite/TV
receiver, or other audio or video
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4Slide the INPUT SELECT switch to select the component you want to listen to.
Position of switch Selected sound source
DIGITAL Sound of the component connected to DIGITAL IN jack.
ANALOG Sound of the component connected to LINE IN jacks.
Note
To listen to dual audio (MAIN/SUB) sound sources, connect to the LINE IN jacks, and then
select the sound source you want to listen to on the player, TV, or other component.
5Start playback of the component selected in step 4.
6Slide the switch to select the desired sound field, EFFECT or COMPRESSION.
EFFECT switch
Position of switch Sound field and suitable sound source
OFF Normal playback of the headphones.
CINEMA Produces the kind of surround sound that is found in a typical movie
theatre. Suitable for movie sound sources.
MUSIC Produces the kind of sound field that would be found in a listening
room with good acoustics. Suitable for music sources.
Note
The volume of the headphones may vary, depending on the input signal and the setting of
the EFFECT switch.
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DECODE MODE indicators
The processor automatically identifies the format of the input audio signal and the
corresponding indicator lights up. Switch the audio between Dolby Digital, DTS, MPEG-2
AAC, etc., on the connected equipment (DVD device, digital satellite/TV receiver, etc.).
• DOLBY DIGITAL: Input signal recorded in the DOLBY DIGITAL format.
•DOLBY PRO LOGIC II: Analogue input signal, digital input PCM signal, or Dolby
Digital 2-channel signal processed by DOLBY PRO LOGIC II.
(If the sound field is set to ”OFF,” it is not processed by DOLBY PRO LOGIC II.)
•DTS: Input signal recorded in the DTS format.
•MPEG-2 AAC: Input signal recorded in the MPEG-2 AAC format.
Note
If the equipment connected to the DIGITAL IN jack is not playing back (fast forwarding,
rewinding, etc.), the DECODE MODE indicators may not light up correctly.
COMPRESSION Switch
Position of switch Playback Effect
OFF When the EFFECT switch is selected, the sound mode changes to the
selected effect.
ON This function maintains the overall level of program material:
explosive sounds are attenuated while lower level sounds (dialog,
etc.) are enhanced.
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dynamic range
dynamic range
whisper, background noise
whisper, background noise
explosion
explosion
standard
dialogue dialogue
input signal compression output signal
Illustration of the compression process
Dynamic range compression
by built-in DSP processor
Startling
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Easy to hear
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Difficult to
hear level