Sony XBA-4 - Manual

XBA-4
Stereo Headphones
4-297-179-11(1)
©2011 Sony Corporation
Printed in Thailand
How to use
Using the supplied cord adjuster (see fig. )
You can adjust the cord length by winding the cord on the cord adjuster.
(The cord can be wound to the cord adjuster up to 50 cm (19 3 /
4
in). If you wind more,
the cord comes off from the cord adjuster easily.)
1
Wind the cord.
2
Push cord into slot hole to secure in place.
Note
Do not wind the plug or split section of the cord, as it will strain the cord and may cause a wire break.
Wearing the headphones (see fig. )
1
Determine right and left headphone and hold them as in the illustration.
There is a tactile dot on the unit marked  to distinguish the left side.
2
Fit the headphones into your ears snugly, as in the illustration.
3
Adjust the headphone to fit snugly in your ear.
Installing the earbuds correctly (see fig. )
If the earbuds do not fit your ears correctly, low-bass sound may not be heard. To enjoy
better sound quality, change the earbuds to another size or type, or adjust the earbuds
position to sit on your ears comfortably and fit your ears snugly. If the earbuds do not fit
your ears, try another size or type. Confirm the size of the earbuds by checking the color
inside (see fig. - for hybrid silicone rubber earbuds and - for noise isolation
earbuds).
When you change the earbuds, install them firmly on the headphones to prevent the
earbud from detaching and remaining in your ear.
About hybrid silicone rubber earbuds (see fig. -)
Earbud sizes (inside color)
Small

Large

SS
(Red)
S
(Orange)
M
(Green)
L
(Light blue)
To clean the hybrid silicone rubber earbuds
Remove the earbuds from the headphones, and wash them with a mild detergent
solution.
About noise isolation earbuds (see fig. -)
Supplied noise isolation earbuds provides a snug fit for effective attenuation of ambient
noise.
Earbud sizes (inside color)
Small

Large

S
(Orange)
M
(Green)
L
(Light blue)
Notes
 Prolonged use of the noise isolation earbuds may strain your ears due to their snug fit. If you have
experience discomfort or pain in your ears, discontinue use.
 The pressure-relieving urethane cushion is extremely soft. Therefore, do not pinch or pull the
urethane cushion. If the urethane cushion is broken or detached from the earbuds, it will not take its
correct position and the earbuds will lose their noise isolation function.
 The pressure-relieving urethane cushion may deteriorate due to long-term storage or use. If the
pressure-relieving power is lost and the urethane cushion becomes hard, the earbuds may lose their
noise isolation function.
 Do not wash the noise isolation earbuds. Keep them dry, and avoid accumulation of water in the
pressure-relieving urethane-cushions. Not doing so may cause early deterioration.
To detach an earbud (see fig. -)
While holding the headphone, twist the parts inside of the earbud and pull the earbud off.
 Tip
If the earbud slips and cannot be detached, wrap it in a dry soft cloth.
To attach an earbud (see fig. -)
Push the parts inside of the earbud into the headphone until the projecting part of the
headphone is fully covered.
Removing the headphones
After use, remove the headphones slowly.
Note
Headphones are designed to fit closely in your ears. If the headphones are pressed hard while in use or
taken off too quickly, they may cause injury.
Wearing headphones may produce a diaphragm click sound. This is not a malfunction.
Specifications
Type: Closed, Quad Balanced Armature
Driver unit: Quad Balanced Armature
Power handling capacity: 100 mW (IEC*)
Impedance: 8 Ω at 1 kHz
Sensitivity: 108 dB**
Frequency response: 3 Hz – 28,000 Hz
Cord: 1.2 m (47 1 /
4
in), OFC litz cord neck-chain
Plug: Gold-plated L-shaped stereo mini plug
Mass: Approx. 8 g (0.28 oz) (without cord)
Supplied accessories
Hybrid silicone rubber earbuds: SS (red) (2), S (orange) (2), M (green) (attached to the
unit at the factory) (2), L (light blue) (2) / Noise isolation earbuds: S (orange) (2), M
(green) (2), L (light blue) (2) / Cord adjuster (winds cord up to 50 cm (19 3 /
4
in)) (1) /
Carrying case (1) / Operating Instructions (1)
* IEC = International Electrotechnical Commission
** 150 mV input
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Precautions
 Please keep your headphones clean at all times especially inside the rubber earbud.
(see fig. )
If any dust or ear wax is inside the earbud, you may experience some listening
difficulties.
 Listening with headphones at high volume may affect your hearing. For traffic safety,
do not use while driving or cycling.
 Handle the driver units carefully.
 Do not put weight or pressure on the headphones as it may cause the headphones to
deform during long storage.
 The earbuds may deteriorate due to long-term storage or use.
 Install the earbuds firmly onto the headphones. If an earbud accidentally detaches and
is left in your ear, it may cause injury.
 Store the earbuds where children cannot reach in order to prevent from accidental
ingestion or choking.
 Do not leave the stereo headphones in a location subject to direct sunlight, heat or
moisture.
Note on static electricity
In particularly dry air conditions, mild tingling may be felt on your ears. This is a result
of static electricity accumulated in the body, and not a malfunction of the headphones.
The effect can be minimized by wearing clothes made from natural materials.
Optional replacement earbuds can be ordered from your nearest authorized Sony
retailer or www.sony.com.

1
2

2 1
Earbud
Tactile dot
3

 
Sectional View
Colored parts
Pressure-relieving
urethane cushion
 

English
Stereo headphones
Features
 Newly developed Quad Balanced Armature driver unit
Newly developed micro-size driver unit (full-range + dual woofer + tweeter)
reproduces fat bass sound and detailed high range for a rich and ambient full-range
sound.
 Newly developed Double Layered Housing
Magnesium inner housing holds the driver units rigidly for smooth sound response.
Special ABS plastic outer housing prevents unwanted vibration for clear mid-high
range.
 Noise-blocking design
Noise-blocking design attenuates ambient noise and sound leakage.
 Housing design for wearing comfort
Optimally-placed, Quad Balanced Armature driver for ultimate wearing comfort.
 Earbuds
4 sizes of hybrid silicone rubber earbuds (SS, S, M, L), for secure fit and long-term
wearing comfort.
3 sizes of noise isolation earbuds (S, M, L), for effective attenuation of ambient noise.
Operating Instructions
Manual de instrucciones