PI3 - Earphones BOWERS & WILKINS - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL PI3 BOWERS & WILKINS

PI3 Wireless Headphones2 ENGLISH www.bowerswilkins.com Welcome to Bowers & Wilkins and PI3 Thank you for choosing Bowers & Wilkins. When John Bowers rst established our company, he did so in the belief that imaginative design, innovative engineering and advanced technology were keys that could unlock the enjoyment of audio in the home. His belief is one that we continue to share and inspires every product we design, tailored for new audio experiences outside of the home. The Bowers & Wilkins PI3 are high performance in-ear headphones designed to deliver the highest quality mobile personal audio experience combined with the convenience of wireless operation in a compact easy to wear design. This manual will tell you everything you need to know to get the most from your PI3 headphones. PI3 features exclusive custom designed Hybrid Dynamic-Balanced Armature drive units, paired with two separate dedicated ampliers producing a wide, accurate soundstage. PI3 incorporates a rechargeable battery pack. When fully charged the battery pack can provide up to 8 hours of continuous wireless media streaming at average playback volume levels. ENGLISH Contents ENGLISH 2

1. PI3 Carton Contents 3

2. Getting to know your PI3 3

2.1 Switching Headphones On and Off 3

2.2 Headphone Controls 3

2.3 Status Indicator 3

3. Battery Charging and Power Saving 4

5.3 Disconnect from a Device 5

5.4 Setting Up Headphones with the App 5

5.5 Headphone Software Updates 5

6. Power Cycle and Reset 6

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1. PI3 Carton Contents

PI3 headphones Storage case USB-C charging cable Ear tips (small, medium and large) Ear stabilisers (small, medium and large) Document pack

2. Getting to know your PI3

2.1 Switching Headphones On and Off

Diagram 1 illustrates Power button functionality. Switching On The Power button is located on the left control unit. Press and hold the Power button for 2 seconds. An audible cue will be presented and the LED indicator will light up in ether green, amber or red displaying the current charge level. Switching Off Press and hold the Power button for 2 seconds. An audible cue will be presented and the headphones will power down when the LED indictor is no longer lit.

2.2 Headphone Controls

Diagram 2 illustrates the headphone controls. The following buttons on the right control unit are used to for media playback: Function Action Play or pause Press the Multi-function button once. Play to next track Press the Multi-function button twice in quick succession. Note: functionality dependent on source device. Play previous track Press the Multi-function button three times in quick succession. Note: functionality dependent on source device. Increase Volume Press the Volume + button. Lower Volume Press the Volume - button. The following buttons on the right control unit are used for phone call functionality: Function Action Answer or end call Press the Multi-function button once. Answer an incoming call When incoming call occurs, press the Multi-function button once. Decline an incoming call When incoming call occurs, hold the Multi-function for 2 seconds. Switch between two calls With two calls active, press the Multi-function button twice. Merge two calls With two calls active, hold the Multi-function button for 1 second. Toggle mute While on a call, press the Multi- function button three times.

2.3 Status Indicator

The status LED indicator is located on the right control unit, Diagram 3 explains the illumination states. Diagram 1 Power button functionality Diagram 3 Status indicator illuminations Diagram 2 Headphone controls Illumination Operational state White Battery charge > 30% Amber Battery charge between 30% and 10% Red Battery charge < 10% Red ashing Battery charge insufcient for headphone operation Blue ashing Pairing mode enabled Blue (2 sec solid) Pairing successful Blue ashing (calls) Incoming call Green ashing Rapid charging Green solid Battery charge full, trickle charging Volume - Volume + Power Multi-function 5s2s 2s

3. Battery Charging and Power Saving

Your PI3 comes with the battery partially charged may be used immediately. For best practice we recommend to fully charge the headphones before rst use. Please allow up to 3 hours for full charge. The headphones can be used while charging. To charge:

1. Please use the supplied charging cable and

connect the USB-A plug to a wall charger or a powered computer USB-A socket.

2. Then connect the USB-C end to the

headphones USB-C socket Note: During charging, the headphone indicator will ash green. When fully charged, the indicator will remain illuminated. See Diagram 3 for status indicator details.

PI3 features smart power management. If no audio is being streamed or played after 15 minutes, PI3 will automatically disconnect Bluetooth and power down to save battery life. With the app, you can customise how long the headphones will wait before auto power off, please see Standby Timer under Settings in the app.

4. Wearing Your Headphones

Wearing your headphones correctly will help ensure you get the best possible experience, see Diagram

5. Like many in-ear headphones, the PI3 earpieces

are designed to seal the ear canal in order to perform optimally. The earpieces are also designed be used with the stabiliser ns and must be installed prior to use. Both ear tips and stabiliser ns come in three sizes (small, medium and large). Finding the proper size for your ear is critical to obtaining a good seal and ensure PI3 performs optimally.

1. Identify the left and right earpieces by nding

the identication legends located on the interior of each cable near the earpieces. Hold PI3 by the left and right control units and hang the headphone around your neck comfortably, the earpieces should be at equal length.

2. Place the earphones in your ear so that the

tips sit comfortably at the opening of the ear canal.

3. Ensure the stabiliser ns are sitting comfortably

in the ear. Try another size if they do not t. Different sized ear tips and stabiliser ns can be used to ensure the best possible t. Diagram 4 USB-C cable connection Diagram 5 Wearing your headphones

PI3 is designed to stream media wirelessly from Bluetooth audio devices, such as smartphones, tablets or personal computers. To do so, the headphone and device (source) must rst be paired, see Diagram 6.

1. The rst time you switch on your headphones,

Bluetooth pairing mode will be enabled, the indicator will ash blue. If pairing mode is not enabled, press and hold the power button for 5 seconds, let go when the indicator blinks blue and when an audible cue is presented.

2. Ensure the Bluetooth feature is enabled on the

audio device, PI3 will appear in the discovery list, select it to pair.

3. The indicator will ash blue while pairing is

in progress, this will change to solid blue and an audible cue presented when pairing is successful. Your headphones will remember up to eight paired Bluetooth devices. Repeat the above steps to pair more devices. Note: Your headphones will automatically exit Bluetooth pairing mode if no device is paired within 5 minutes. If pairing fails, the indicator will rapid ash blue, please try pairing again.

5.2 Multiple Bluetooth Connections

PI3 can connect up to two devices at the same time, but note that you can only play audio or take calls from one device at a time. To switch between two devices:

2. Play audio from the second device and the

headphone will switch over. When streaming audio, receiving a call on the second device will automatically pause playback and the call will be routed automatically to your headphones. Ending the call will automatically resume playback from the rst device.

5.3 Disconnect from a Device

You can quickly disconnect PI3 from a device by pressing the Power button two times in quick succession, an audible tone will be presented indicating successful disconnection. Alternatively, you can manage connection in further detail using the Bowers & Wilkins Headphones app under Connections. Diagram 6 Bluetooth pairing

5.4 Setting Up Headphones with the App

The Bowers & Wilkins Headphones app provides extended setup. The app also provides further customisations such as voice prompt, standby time, connection management and headphone software updates. The app is available as a free download on iOS and Android devices. To add your headphones:

1. From your mobile device, download and install

the Bowers & Wilkins Headphones app.

2. Launch the app, then read and follow

the instructions pertaining app notication and permissions.

3. After reaching the main screen, simply tap +

and following the in-app instructions.

5.5 Headphone Software Updates

Bowers & Wilkins will occasionally make available software updates that rene and optimise the performance of your headphones or add new features. The Bowers & Wilkins Headphones app will notify you when a software update is available, tap on the notication and the follow in-app instructions. Devices

6. Power Cycle and Reset

You can power cycle your PI3, simultaneously hold the Volume + and Volume – buttons for 10 seconds until the indicator LED extinguishes, let go when the indicator lights up again. Rebooting your headphones will not reset their internal settings or clear the paired device history.

6.2 Reset to Default

You can clear the paired device history and restore all settings to their defaults. With PI3 powered on, simultaneously hold the Volume +, Volume - and Power buttons for 10 seconds until the indicator LED extinguishes, let go when the indicator lights up again, the headphones will be ready to pair to a device. Alternatively, you can reset from the Bowers & Wilkins Headphones app, please see Reset under Settings in the app Diagram 7 Storing your headphones

Taking care of your PI3 will ensure they continue to deliver the best performance and experience. When not used, stow your headphones using the included storage pouch, see Diagram 7. It is recommended the headphones are rst powered off:

1. With the headphones not worn, take the

neckband and form a single loop.

2. Bundle the loop and control units together in

one hand. With the free hand, clip the earpieces together and loop the earbuds over the bundle.

3. The opening of the pouch can be pinched

open, slide the headphones in, then ensure the opening is closed and no parts of the headphones are sticking out.

7.2 Cleaning Your PI3

Your PI3 can be cleaned by a soft, damp microber cloth, gently wipe or dab clean. Removable pieces such as ear tips and stabiliser ns should be taken off and cleaned separately. If you notice wax and residue accumulation on the sound tubes, take a cotton swab or soft brush and gently wipe away.

• Do NOT aggressively rub or use an abrasive tool to clean.

• Do NOT use paper towels, napkins or tissue as they will leave residue.

• Do NOT use cleaning detergents, soapy water, polish or chemical cleaners.

• Do NOT wash or submerge all or parts of the headphones in liquid.