WH-CH400
Wireless Stereo Headset
Casque stéréo sans fil
Auriculares estéreo
inalámbricos
Reference Guide
US
Manuel de référence
FR
Guía de referencia
ES
4-730-302-12(1)
©2018 Sony Corporation http://www.sony.net/
Printed in Vietnam
English
FOR UNITED STATES CUSTOMERS.
NOT APPLICABLE IN CANADA,
INCLUDING IN THE PROVINCE OF
QUEBEC.
POUR LES CONSOMMATEURS AUX
ÉTATS-UNIS. NON APPLICABLE AU
CANADA, Y COMPRIS LA PROVINCE
DE QUÉBEC.
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device
may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in
this manual could void your authority to
operate this equipment.
This equipment must not be co-located or
operated in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
Note
This equipment has been tested and
found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the
following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
– Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet
on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with Industry Canada’s
licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference;
and
(2) This device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
This equipment complies with FCC/IC
radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment and meets the
FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines
and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF)
Exposure rules. This equipment has very low
levels of RF energy that is deemed to comply
without testing of specific absorption rate
(SAR).
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are
registered trademarks owned by the
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such
marks by Sony Corporation is under license.
The N-Mark is a trademark or registered
trademark of NFC Forum, Inc. in the United
States and in other countries.
Windows is a registered trademark or
trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other countries.
Mac, OS X and iPhone are trademarks of
Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
Android is a trademark of Google Inc.
Other trademarks and trade names are those
of their respective owners.
Precautions
On BLUETOOTH® communications
• Bluetooth wireless technology operates
within a range of about 10 m (30feet).
Maximum communication range may vary
depending on obstacles (human body,
metal, wall, etc.) or electromagnetic
environment.
• Bluetooth communications may be
disabled, or noise or audio dropout may
occur under the following conditions.
– There is a human body between the unit
and the Bluetooth device.
This situation may be improved by
placing the Bluetooth device facing the
antenna of the unit.
– There is an obstacle, such as metal or a
wall, between the unit and the Bluetooth
device.
– A Wi-Fi device or microwave oven is in
use, or microwaves are emitted near the
unit.
– The antenna is built into the unit as
illustrated in the dotted line.
The sensitivity of the Bluetooth
communications will improve by
removing any obstacles between the
connected Bluetooth device and the
antenna of this unit.
• Because Bluetooth devices and Wi-Fi
(IEEE802.11b/g/n) use the same frequency
(2.4 GHz), microwave interference may
occur resulting in noise or audio dropout
or communications being disabled if this
unit is used near a Wi-Fi device. In such a
case, perform the following.
– Use this unit at least 10m (30feet) away
from the Wi-Fi device.
– If this unit is used within 10m (30feet)
of a Wi-Fi device, turn off the Wi-Fi
device.
– Install this unit and the Bluetooth device
as near to each other as possible.
• Microwaves emitting from a Bluetooth
device may affect the operation of
electronic medical devices. Turn off this
unit and other Bluetooth devices in the
following locations, as it may cause an
accident:
– where inflammable gas is present, in a
hospital, or a petrol station
– near automatic doors or a fire alarm.
• Due to the characteristic of the wireless
technology, the sound played on this unit
is delayed from the sound and music
played on the sending device. Therefore,
the image and sound may be misaligned
when viewing a movie or playing a game.
• This product emits radio waves when used
in wireless mode.
When used in wireless mode on an
airplane, follow flight crew directions
regarding permissible use of products in
wireless mode.
• This unit supports security capabilities that
comply with the Bluetooth standard to
provide a secure connection when the
Bluetooth wireless technology is used, but
security may not be enough depending on
the setting. Be careful when
communicating using Bluetooth wireless
technology.
• We do not take any responsibility for the
leakage of information during Bluetooth
communications.
• Connection with all Bluetooth devices
cannot be guaranteed.
– A device featuring Bluetooth function is
required to conform to the Bluetooth
standard specified by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
and be authenticated.
– Even if the connected device conforms
to the above mentioned Bluetooth
standard, some devices may not be
connected or work correctly, depending
on the features or specifications of the
device.
– While talking on the phone hands free,
noise may occur, depending on the
device or communication environment.
• Depending on the device to be connected,
it may require some time to start
communications.
If sound skips frequently during
playback
• The situation may be improved by
changing the wireless playback quality
settings or fixing the wireless playback
mode to SBC on the transmitting device.
For details, refer to the operating
instructions supplied with the transmitting
device.
• If you are using a smartphone, the
situation may be improved by shutting
down unnecessary applications or
rebooting the smartphone.
On the use of calling apps for
smartphones and computers
• This unit supports normal incoming calls
only. Calling apps for smartphones and
computers are not supported.
On charging the unit
• This unit can be charged using USB only.
Personal computer with USB port is
required for charging.
• This unit cannot be turned on, nor can the
Bluetooth function be used, during
charging.
• If you do not use the unit for a long time,
the rechargeable battery may not be able
to keep sufficient charge. The battery will
be able to keep a charge properly after
repeatedly discharging and charging
several times.
• If you store the unit for a long time, charge
the battery once every half year to prevent
over-discharge.
• If the length of time you can use the unit
became extremely short, the rechargeable
battery should be replaced with a new
one. Please contact your nearest Sony
dealer for a battery replacement.
Note on static electricity
• Static electricity accumulated in the body
may cause mild tingling in your ears. To
minimize the effect, wear clothes made
from natural materials.
If the unit does not operate properly
• Reset the unit.
When resetting this unit, charge the unit.
When charging starts, this unit is reset
automatically. The pairing information and
the other settings are retained.
• If the problem persists even after the
resetting operation above, initialize the
unit as follows.
Disconnect the micro-USB cable from the
micro-USB port, turn off the unit, then hold
down the
and – buttons simultaneously
for more than 7seconds. The indicator
(blue) flashes 4times, and the unit is reset
to the factory settings. All pairing
information is deleted.
• After the unit is initialized, it may not
connect to your iPhone or computer. In this
case, delete the pairing information of the
unit from the iPhone or computer, and
then pair them again.
On wearing the unit
• Because the headphones are of a high
density enclosure, forcing them against
your ears may result in eardrum damage.
Pressing the headphones against your
ears may produce a diaphragm click
sound. This is not a malfunction.
Others
• Do not place this unit in a place exposed to
humidity, dust, soot or steam, or in a car or
place subject to direct sunlight.
• Using the Bluetooth device may not
function on mobile phones, depending on
radio wave conditions and location where
the equipment is being used.
• High volume may affect your hearing.
• For traffic safety, do not use while driving
or cycling.
• Do not use the unit in places where it
would be dangerous if you are unable to
hear ambient sound, such as at railroad
crossings, train station platforms, and
construction sites.
• Do not put weight or pressure on this unit
as it may cause the unit to deform during
long storage.
• Do not subject the unit to excessive shock.
• Clean the unit with a soft dry cloth.
• Do not expose the unit to water. The unit is
not waterproof. Remember to follow the
precautions below.
– Be careful not to drop the unit into a sink
or other container filled with water.
– Do not use the unit in humid locations or
bad weather, such as in the rain or snow.
– Do not get the unit wet.
If you touch the unit with wet hands, or
put the unit in a damp article of clothing,
the unit may get wet and this may cause
a malfunction of the unit.
• If you experience discomfort after using
the unit, stop using the unit immediately.
• The earpads may deteriorate due to long
term storage or use.
• If you have any questions or problems
concerning this unit that are not covered in
this manual, please consult your nearest
Sony dealer.
Optional replacement earpads can be
ordered from your nearest authorized Sony
retailer or www.sony.com.
Specifications
General
Communication system:
Bluetooth Specification version 4.2
Output:
Bluetooth Specification Power Class 2
Maximum communication range:
Line of sight approx. 10 m (30 ft)
1)
Frequency band:
2.4GHz band (2.4000GHz -
2.4835GHz)
Compatible Bluetooth profiles
2)
:
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution
Profile)
AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control
Profile)
HFP (Hands-free Profile)
HSP (Headset Profile)
Supported Codec
3)
: SBC
4)
, AAC
5)
Supported content protection method:
SCMS-T
Transmission range (A2DP):
20 Hz - 20,000 Hz (Sampling frequency
44.1kHz)
Included items:
Wireless stereo headset (1)
Micro-USB cable (approx. 50cm
(193/4in.)) (1)
Reference Guide (this sheet) (1)
Operating Instructions (1)
Other documents (1 set)
1)
The actual range will vary depending on
factors such as obstacles between
devices, magnetic fields around a
microwave oven, static electricity,
reception sensitivity, antenna’s
performance, operating system, software
application, etc.
2)
Bluetooth standard profiles indicate the
purpose of Bluetooth communications
between devices.
3)
Codec: Audio signal compression and
conversion format
4)
Subband Codec
5)
Advanced Audio Coding
Wireless stereo headset
Power source:
DC 3.7 V: Built-in lithium-ion
rechargeable battery
DC 5 V: When charged using USB
Mass: Approx. 107 g (3.78 oz)
Operating temperature:
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Usage hours:
When connecting via the Bluetooth
device
Music playback time: Max. 20 hours
Communication time: Max. 20 hours
Standby time: Max. 200 hours
Note: Usage hours may be shorter
depending on the Codec and the
conditions of use.
Charging time:
Approx. 4.5 hours
(About 60 minutes of music playback is
possible after 15 minutes charging.)
Note: Charging and usage hours may
be different depending on the
conditions of use.
Charging temperature:
5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F)
Receiver
Type: Closed, Dynamic
Driver unit: 30 mm
Microphone
Type: Electret condenser
Directivity: Omni directional
Effective frequency range:
100Hz - 8,000Hz
System requirements
for battery charge
using USB
USB AC adaptor
A commercially available USB AC adaptor
capable of feeding in more than 0.5 A
(500 mA)
Personal Computer
(As of November 2017)
Personal computer with pre-installed with
any of the following operating systems and
USB port:
Operating Systems:
(when using Windows)
Windows
®
10 Home/ Windows
®
10 Pro
Windows
®
8.1/ Windows
®
8.1 Pro
Windows
®
8/ Windows
®
8 Pro
Windows
®
7
Home Basic / Home Premium /
Professional / Ultimate
(when using Mac)
Mac OS X (version 10.9 or later)
Design and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
Français
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR
d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils
radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est
autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :
1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de
brouillage;
2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout
brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le
brouillage est susceptible d’en
compromettre le fonctionnement.
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites
d’exposition aux rayonnements énoncées
pour un environnement non contrôlé et
respecte les règles les radioélectriques (RF)
de la FCC lignes directrices d’exposition et
d’exposition aux fréquences radioélectriques
(RF) CNR-102 de l’IC. Cet équipement émet
une énergie RF très faible qui est considérée
comme conforme sans évaluation du débit
d’absorption spécifique (DAS).
La marque et les logos Bluetooth® sont des
marques déposées de Bluetooth SIG, Inc. qui
sont utilisées sous licence uniquement par
Sony Corporation.
N-Mark est une marque commerciale ou une
marque déposée de NFC Forum, Inc. aux
États-Unis et dans d’autres pays.
Windows est une marque déposée ou une
marque de commerce de Microsoft
Corporation aux États-Unis et/ou dans
d’autres pays.
Mac, OS X et iPhone sont des marques
commerciales d’Apple Inc., déposées aux
États-Unis et dans d’autres pays.
Android est une marque commerciale de
Google Inc.
Les autres marques commerciales et noms
commerciaux appartiennent à leurs
propriétaires respectifs.
Précautions
Communications BLUETOOTH®
• La technologie sans fil Bluetooth
fonctionne dans un rayon d’environ 10 m
(30 pieds). La portée de communication
maximale peut varier en fonction des
obstacles (personnes, objets métalliques,
murs, etc.) ou de l’environnement
électromagnétique.
• Les communications Bluetooth peuvent
être désactivées ou du bruit ou une
diminution sonore peut survenir dans les
conditions suivantes.
– Une personne se trouve entre l’appareil
et le périphérique Bluetooth.
Vous pourriez améliorer la situation en
plaçant le périphérique Bluetooth face à
l’antenne de l’appareil.
– Un obstacle, par exemple un objet
métallique ou un mur, se trouve entre
l’appareil et le périphérique Bluetooth.
– Un périphérique Wi-Fi ou un four
micro-ondes est utilisé ou des
hyperfréquences sont émises à
proximité de l’appareil.
– L’antenne est intégrée dans l’appareil,
comme illustré à l’aide de la ligne
pointillée.
La sensibilité des communications
Bluetooth peut être améliorée par le
retrait des obstacles entre le
périphérique Bluetooth connecté et
l’antenne de cet appareil.
• Comme les périphériques Bluetooth et
Wi-Fi (IEEE802.11b/g/n) utilisent la même
fréquence (2,4 GHz), des interférences en
hyperfréquences peuvent se produire et
entraîner des parasites, des pertes de
niveau audio ou l’interruption des
communications si cet appareil est utilisé à
proximité d’un périphérique Wi-Fi. En
pareil cas, prenez les mesures suivantes.
– Utilisez cet appareil à une distance d’au
moins 10 m (30 pieds) du périphérique
Wi-Fi.
– Si cet appareil est utilisé à moins de 10 m
(30 pieds) d’un périphérique Wi-Fi,
éteignez le périphérique Wi-Fi.
– Installez cet appareil et le périphérique
Bluetooth aussi près que possible l’un de
l’autre.
• Les émissions d’hyperfréquences d’un
périphérique Bluetooth peuvent perturber
le fonctionnement des appareils médicaux
électroniques. Pour éviter de causer un
accident, éteignez cet appareil et les autres
périphériques Bluetooth dans les endroits
suivants :
– en présence de gaz inflammable, dans
un hôpital ou une station-service
– à proximité de portes automatiques ou
d’un avertisseur d’incendie.
• En raison des caractéristiques de la
technologie sans fil, le son reproduit sur
cet appareil est décalé par rapport au son
et à la musique en cours de lecture sur le
périphérique émetteur. Par conséquent,
l’image et le son peuvent être désalignés
lorsque vous visionnez un film ou jouez à
un jeu.
• Ce produit émet des ondes radio lors de
l’utilisation en mode sans fil.
Lors de l’utilisation en mode sans fil dans
un avion, suivez les instructions de
l’équipage concernant l’utilisation permise
des produits en mode sans fil.
• Cet appareil prend en charge les
caractéristiques de sécurité conformes à la
norme Bluetooth pour offrir une connexion
sécurisée lors de l’utilisation de la
technologie sans fil Bluetooth; cependant,
la sécurité pourrait être insuffisante selon
le réglage. Soyez prudent lorsque vous
communiquez au moyen de la technologie
sans fil Bluetooth.
• Nous ne pouvons être tenus responsables
de la fuite d’informations survenant lors
de communications Bluetooth.
• La connexion ne peut pas être garantie
avec tous les périphériques Bluetooth.
– Un périphérique doté de la fonction
Bluetooth est nécessaire pour la
conformité à la norme Bluetooth
spécifiée par Bluetooth SIG, Inc. et pour
l’authentification.
– Même si le périphérique connecté est
conforme à la norme Bluetooth
mentionnée précédemment, certains
périphériques peuvent ne pas se
connecter ou ne pas fonctionner
correctement, selon leurs
caractéristiques ou spécifications.
– Selon le périphérique ou
l’environnement de communication, des
parasites peuvent se produire lors des
communications téléphoniques en
mains libres.
• Selon le périphérique à connecter, le
démarrage des communications peut
prendre un certain temps.
Si le son est fréquemment saccade
pendant la lecture
• Vous pourriez améliorer la situation en
modifiant les réglages de qualité de
lecture sans fil ou en réglant le mode de
lecture sans fil à SBC sur le périphérique
émetteur. Pour plus de détails,
reportez-vous au mode d’emploi fourni
avec le périphérique émetteur.
• Si vous utilisez un téléphone intelligent,
vous pourriez améliorer la situation en
fermant des applications inutiles ou en
redémarrant le téléphone intelligent.
À propos de l’utilisation d’applications
d’appel pour les téléphones intelligents
et ordinateurs
• Cet appareil prend uniquement en charge
les appels entrants normaux. Les
applications d’appel pour les téléphones
intelligents et ordinateurs ne sont pas
prises en charge.
Chargement de l’appareil
• Cet appareil peut être chargé uniquement
par USB. Un ordinateur personnel avec
port USB est requis pour le chargement.
• Lors du chargement, il n’est pas possible
de mettre cet appareil en marche ni
d’utiliser la fonction Bluetooth.
• Si vous n’utilisez pas l’appareil pendant
une période prolongée, la batterie
rechargeable risque de ne pas fournir une
charge suffisante. La batterie pourra
fournir une charge adéquate après
plusieurs chargements et déchargements.