digital wireless system MX W1 Instruction manual
Contents Important safety instructions ............................................. 2 MX W1 digital wireless earphone system ......................... 4 Delivery includes .................................................................... 4 Product overview ................................................................... 5 LED indications of the devices ...................................................6 Putting the MX W1 into operation ..................................... 6 Charging the MX W1 .....
Important safety instructions The MX W1 has been manufactured according to the accepted rules of safety and current technology. However, there is still a danger of damage to equipment if the following general safety instructions are not complied with. • Please read these instructions for use carefully and completely before using the devices. • Make these instructions for use easily accessible to all users at all times. Always include these instructions for use when passing the devices on to third parties.
Safety instructions for Lithium-Ion rechargeable batteries If abused or misused, rechargeable batteries may leak. In extreme cases, they may even present a • heat hazard • explosion hazard • fire hazard • smoke and gas hazard Please understand that Sennheiser does not accept liability for damage arising from abuse or misuse. Keep away from Observe correct polarity. children. Do not heat above 70°C/158°F, e.g. do not expose to sunlight or throw into a fire. Do not expose to moisture. Do not short-circuit.
MX W1 digital wireless earphone system Thank you for purchasing MX W1 - Sennheiser's completely digital wireless earphone system. We trust that you will enjoy using it and that it will satisfy your expectations. The MX W1 is simple to operate. These instructions for use have been designed to help you get started. Please take some time to read them carefully so as to ensure your utmost listening pleasure. Enjoy your new MX W1! Delivery includes 1 MX W1-T transmitter 2 MX W1-R earphones (left/right) incl.
Product overview Earphones 쐋 Twist-to-fit pad Speaker LED (orange/blue) Operation/pairing button of the earphone 2.5 mm charging jack Battery compartment Transmitter Operation/pairing button of the transmitter Reset button LED (orange/blue) 2.5 mm charging jack Connecting cable with 3.
Docking station Charging compartment for earphones Charging plugs for earphones (inside the charging compartment) LED (orange/red) Charging button 2.
Charging the devices CAUTION! Danger of damage to the USB interface! The USB interface of your computer can be damaged if you connect the docking station using the charging cable . This can lead to an overload of the USB interface. 왘 Only charge the docking station using the power supply unit . To charge the devices (simultaneously or separately): 왘 Connect the charging cable to the power supply unit . 왘 Connect the suitable country adaptor to the power supply unit .
왘 Plug the country adaptor into a wall socket. The batteries are being charged. The corresponding LEDs light up. 왘 Charge the rechargeable batteries until the LEDs go off (approx. 2 hours). Note: – The rechargeable batteries of the transmitter and the earphones can also be charged via a computer USB socket. However, to charge the rechargeable battery of the transmitter while listening to music, use the supplied power supply unit for charging in order to avoid hum.
왘 Insert the earphones into the charging compartments of the docking station. Make sure that the earphones are inserted correctly. 왘 Press the charging button to start charging. The rechargeable batteries are being charged. The LEDs and light up. 왘 Charge the rechargeable batteries until the LEDs go off. Associating the earphones to the transmitter (Pairing) The MX W1 earphones and transmitter are already paired on delivery.
3. Pairing mode If the exchange of device identification information is possible, the devices automatically try to connect. 0 5s 10s Associating a second pair of earphones to the transmitter With one transmitter you can associate up to two pairs of earphones. If you want to use another pair of earphones, you have to pair your transmitter and the new earphones: 왘 Switch the new earphones off (see page 14). 왘 Switch the transmitter and the already paired earphones on (see page 14).
왘 Press and hold the operation/pairing button of the new earphones until the LEDs flash rapidly. ON OFF ON 7s 왘 Press and hold the operation/pairing button of the transmitter until the LED flashes rapidly. 7s ON ON ON After approx. 3 seconds, the new earphones are paired to the transmitter. The LEDs flash blue once every 5 seconds. ON ON ON 왘 Press and hold the operation/pairing button of the transmitter again for approx. 1 second. After approx.
Note: The distance between transmitter and earphones should not exceed 1 m during association. Note on cancelling/re-establishing associations: When you press the operation/pairing button of the transmitter, one of the two pairs of earphones is disconnected from the transmitter. To re-connect this pair of earphones, briefly press the operation/pairing button of the transmitter again. Associating the earphones to Kleer compatible devices MX W1 is fully compatible to Kleer wireless standard.
Connecting the transmitter to your audio device You can connect the transmitter to an MP3 player or any audio device with a 3.5 mm stereo headphone socket: 왘 Connect the stereo plug of the transmitter to the 3.5 mm stereo headphone socket of your audio device. Adjusting the earphones to your ears Sennheiser’s twist-to-fit system and comfortable earpads allow for the best custom fit enabling you to enjoy seamless high fidelity stereo sound.
Using the MX W1 To switch the system on, proceed as follows: 1. Switch your audio device on. 2. Switch the earphones on (see following chapter). 3. Switch the transmitter on (see page 15). 4. Put the earphones on (see page 16). You will hear the sound from your sound source. Switching the earphones on/off To switch the earphones on: 왘 Remove the earphones from the docking station or: 왘 Press and hold the earphones’ operation/pairing button until the 쐋 LEDs flash blue. 0 4s The earphones switch on.
Note: – When you insert the earphones into the docking station, the earphones automatically switch off. – If there is no transmitter in enrollment mode for at least 5 minutes, the earphones automatically switch off. Switching the transmitter on/off To switch the transmitter on: 왘 Press and hold the transmitter’s operation/pairing button until the LED flashes blue. 0 4s The tranmitter switches on. To switch the transmitter off: 왘 Press and hold the operation/pairing button LED lights up blue.
Putting on the earphones CAUTION! Danger of hearing damage! Listening at high volume levels for long periods can lead to permanent hearing defects. Sennheiser earphones also sound exceptionally good at low volumes. 왘 Set the volume of the audio device to the minimum before switching the earphones on. 왘 Check the R (right) an L (left) marks on the earphones to identify them and put on the earphones as shown in the illustration above.
Care and maintenance Cleaning the devices CAUTION! Liquids can damage the electronics of the devices! Liquids entering the housing of the devices can cause a short-circuit and damage the electronics. 왘 Keep all liquids away from the devices. 왘 Do not use any cleansing agents or solvents. For reasons of hygiene, clean your Sennheiser products regularly. 왘 Before cleaning, disconnect the devices from the mains. 왘 Only use a slightly damp cloth to clean the devices.
Replacing the earphones’ rechargeable batteries CAUTION! Danger of damage to the devices! Rechargeable button cells from other manufacturers may cause damage to the earphones and will invalidate the warranty. 왘 Only use rechargeable button cells recommended by Sennheiser (see page 22). 왘 Slightly lift the end of the caps and slide the caps out of the guide rails. 왘 Insert the new rechargeable batteries as shown. Observe correct polarity when inserting the batteries.
Get the most out of your Sennheiser MX W1! Your Sennheiser MX W1 uses the latest digital wireless transmission technology. This technology offers high transmission quality and reliability but, like other wireless technologies, can also be influenced by various factors such as: • objects or walls, as these can reflect (amplify) or attenuate the transmitted signal. • the position of the transmitter on your body: optimally, the distance to both earphones should be the same.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Possible solution No operation indication Battery is flat Recharge the battery (see page 6, page 17) No sound Jack plug connection is incorrect Check the connection to your audio device (see page 12) Transmitter or earphones are switched off Switch the device on (see page 14) Audio device is switched Switch the audio off device on Sound dropouts 20 Volume of the audio device is adjusted too low Adjust the volume to a higher level Housing of player or so
Problem Possible cause Possible solution Hum Interference due to charging via a USB socket of a PC while listening to music from the same PC Charge from the power supply unit or choose a different audio source Only one earphone has audio Transmitter was switched on before the earphones were switched on Briefly press the transmitter’s operation/pairing button Earphones cannot be switched on Rechargeable batteries have just been replaced Briefly charge the earphones (see page 18) Resetting the t
Accessories and spare parts The following accessories are available from your authorized Sennheiser dealer: Cat. No. Accessory/Spare part 525766 Carrying case 525767 MX W1-C docking station 525768 MX W1-T transmitter 525769 Transmitter straps: 1 elastic fabric strap, 4 rubber bands (2 x S/2 x L) 525770 Lithium-ion rechargeable button cell (2 pieces) for the earphones , 40 mAh, 3.
Specifications System Modulation Carrier frequencies Range Switching power supply with country adaptors Operating temperature MSK Digital 2.4 – 2.48 GHz approx. 10 m in open area Model no: PSC03R-050 Input: 100 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A Output: 5 V DC/0.5 A (x 2) 0 – 40 °C Transmitter Audio connection Charging time of rechargeable battery Power supply Operating time Weight Dimensions 3.5 mm stereo jack socket approx. 2 hrs Input: 5 V DC/120 mA approx. 10 hrs approx. 16 g approx.
Docking station Charging time of rechargeable battery Power supply Weight Dimensions approx. 2 hrs Input: 5 V DC/400 mA Output: 5 V DC/100 mA approx. 42 g approx. 71 x 26 x 74 mm “kleer” wireless technology The MX W1 is based on “kleer” digital wireless transmission technology. • Multiple (stereo) earphones capability • Lossless sound transmission (CD quality) • Smaller size of the devices • Lower battery consumption The Kleer logo is a trademark of Kleer Inc.
Statements regarding FCC and industry Canada FCC Declaration of Conformity (DoC) SENNHEISER Model No:MX W1 We, Sennheiser Electronic Corporation Strat. Marketing • Stefanie Reichert One Enterprise Drive • Old Lyme • CT 06371 • USA Tel: +1 (860) 434 9190, ext. 144 Fax: +1 (860) 434 1759 declare the above device comply with the requirements of Federal Communications Commission. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Meet the requirements for: USA: FCC ID: Canada: IC: DMOMXW1T DMOMXW1R 2099A-MXW1T 2099A-MXW1R Europe: Australia & New Zealand: Singapore: Complies with IDA Standards DB100582 Korea: Taiwan: Russia: China: CMII ID: 2008DJ2183 2008DJ2184 Japan: 26
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