SE-NC31C NOISE CANCELLING - Casque audio à réduction de bruit PIONEER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL SE-NC31C NOISE CANCELLING PIONEER

Information for users on collection and disposal of old equipment and used batteries Symbol for equipment

These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste.

For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points in accordance with your national legislation.

Symbol examples for batteries

By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling.

For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries, please contact your local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items. These symbols are only valid in the European Union. For countries outside the European Union: If you wish to discard these items, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

Alterations or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invalidate the user’s right to operate the equipment. D8-10-2_A1_En

WARNING This equipment is not waterproof. To prevent a fire or shock hazard, do not place any container filled with liquid near this equipment (such as a vase or flower pot) or expose it to dripping, splashing, rain or moisture.

When disposing of used batteries, please comply with governmental regulations or environmental public institution’s rules that apply in your country/area.

WARNING Operating Environment

Operating environment temperature and humidity: +5 °C to +35 °C (+41 °F to +95 °F); less than 85 %RH (cooling vents not blocked) Do not install this unit in a poorly ventilated area, or in locations exposed to high humidity or direct sunlight (or strong artificial light) D3-4-2-1-7c*_A1_En

WARNING To prevent a fire hazard, do not place any naked flame sources (such as a lighted candle) on the equipment.

Do not use or store batteries in direct sunlight or other excessively hot place, such as inside a car or near a heater. This can cause batteries to leak, overheat, explode or catch fire. It can also reduce the life or performance of batteries.

This product is for general household purposes. Any failure due to use for other than household purposes

(such as long-term use for business purposes in a restaurant or use in a car or ship) and which requires repair will be charged for even during the warranty period. K041_A1_En

Thank you for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference.

Suppresses up to 90 % of ambient noise, great listening even in noisy locations. • Based on proprietary measurement methods. • Not all surrounding sounds are eliminated.

Press monitor button to hear surrounding sounds.

Energy-saving design allows up to 120 hours of continuous listening enjoyment. • When using Alkaline battery.

Features large-diameter ø14.2 mm drive unit for highquality sound.

Noise-canceling function can be switched off when not needed, allowing use as ordinary earphones. Includes in-flight adapter (dual plug) for use on airplanes.

Confirm the presence of all parts and components before use. • Earphones

• Earphone tips, 2 each, S, L

M size tips are factory installed on the earphones.

• In flight plug adapter

• AAA manganese battery (1)

(for confirming operation)

• Operating instructions (this document)

Names and Functions of Parts

Use to turn noise-canceling function ON/OFF. 2 Power indicator Lights when power is turned on. 3 Monitor button Ambient sounds can be heard while this button is held depressed. 4 Battery cover Press in direction of arrow (triangle) to open battery cover. 5 Clip Use to fix unit to chest pocket, lapel, etc. 6 Microphones These detect ambient sound. 7 Earphone tips (silicon rubber) Select from sizes S, M, or L to best match your own ears.

1 Press in direction of arrow to open battery cover.

2 Insert battery, taking care to align its  and  polarities correctly.

3 Press in direction of arrow to close battery cover.

When to replace battery

When battery becomes expended, the power indicator will become darker, and sound will appear distorted, with greater than normal amounts of noise. Always replace a new battery. Nominal battery life is as follows when noise-canceling function is used continuously: AAA Alkaline battery: About 120 hours AAA Manganese battery: About 60 hours (Battery life may vary depending on surrounding temperatures and other conditions of use.)

Connection to AV devices In flight plug adapter

When connecting the earphones to an airline onboard audio system, use the supplied plug adapter.

2 Using the earphones Confirm the left/right orientation of the earphones by looking at the “L” and “R” symbols or the earphone color, and place the earphones in your ears. Select the provided earphone tip that best fits your ear size. L: left

1. When power is ON When the power switch is set to ON, the power indicator lights green, and the noise-canceling function operates, allowing you to listen to music without excessively raising the volume, thus eliminating the need to raise sound volume excessively, and reducing disturbance to nearby people. 2. When power is OFF When the power switch is set to OFF, the noise-canceling function stops, and the unit can be used as ordinary earphones. 3. When the monitor button is pressed While the monitor button is held depressed, playback sound is muted and the noise-canceling function is temporarily stopped, thus allowing you to hear ambient sounds without removing the earphones. * This function is enabled only when the power switch is set to ON.

When not using the earphones, set the power switch to OFF. 5

• When disconnecting the cord, grasp the plug and do not pull the cord. • The furnished in flight plug adapter may not be compatible with the jacks on all airplanes. • Do not use with airline onboard sound systems under the following conditions: – Whenever the cabin crew announces that electronic devices are prohibited.

– When the use of privately owned earphones is prohibited inside the plane.

• If the earphone tips do not correctly match the size and contours of your ears, excessive sound may escape, or you may sense insufficient bass sound, and the effect of the noise-canceling function may be reduced. Always select and use the earphone tips that best match the size of your ears.

• The noise-canceller function is designed to reduce noise primarily in the low-frequency range, and is not effective at reducing high-frequency noise.

• If the earphones’ microphone is covered with your hand or other object, feedback may be caused, resulting in a

“howling” sound. In this case, remove your hand or other obstruction from the microphone.

If you suspect a malfunction, perform the following checks, since a simple operating error may be the cause of the problem. The problem may also be caused by factors other than the earphones themselves, so be sure to check the sound components with which the earphones are used. Perform the following checks, and if the problem persists, consult your dealer or nearest Pioneer service station. Problem

• Check connection between earphones and AV device.

• Confirm that power is turned on to the AV component. • Adjust the output sound volume on the AV component. • Replace the earphone battery.

• Lower the sound volume on the connected AV component.

• Replace the earphone battery.

Power won’t turn on. • Replace the earphone battery.

• Check that battery is installed correctly (are  and  polarities correct?).

• If you are covering the microphone part of the earphone with your hand, remove your hand.

Noise canceller produces no effect.

• Set the power switch to position ON (power indicator lights green).

About use of earphones

• To ensure high quality sound reproduction, keep the plug clean by wiping occasionally with a soft clean cloth.

• Do not subject earphones to dropping, striking, or other severe impacts, since damage may result.

• In the event of a malfunction, or if a foreign object becomes lodged in the earphones, turn off the power and consult your dealer or Pioneer service station.

• During use of the earphones, if you sense an allergic reaction (rash, etc.), stop using the earphones immediately. • This product has been designed to reduce noise and enhance your listening experience. It has not been designed for pilot use or for inflight communications as designated by the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration). Do not use this product for purposes other than those for which it was designed.

• The appearance and specifications of this product are subject to change without notice. Published by Pioneer Corporation. Copyright © 2010 Pioneer Corporation. All rights reserved.

Published by Pioneer Corporation.

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