Sony DR-BT1 Manual

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For environmental conservation, be sure to remove the
built-in rechargeable battery from the unit before you
dispose of them, and dispose of the battery appropriately.

Be careful not to touch the circuit board attached to the
battery box. Hold the battery box (black plastic box) when
you remove the battery.

• Use the other hook (L) if the air conditioner is sloped.

           

• You can adjust the angle of the attachment by sliding the

rear of the car attachment.

• Install the hook to face to the side if the fin of the air

conditioner is vertical.

 

g

      

• Add another spacer (you will need to modify / fabricate

this yourself) if the car attachment is unstable.

If the attachment is pulled out and catches a fin, it may
damage it.

A beep corresponding to the selected volume is heard every
time you press either button.
When the volume setting is maximum or minimum, the
beep does not sound.

  

• The volume does not change although the beep sound is

heard when not connecting. (only when using the
Headset profile)

• When the sound is low, raise the volume of your mobile

phone. The sound will be clearer.

The operation of the buttons on the Bluetooth earset varies
depending on the pairing device. There are 2 profiles for
Bluetooth mobile phone pairing. Refer to the manual
supplied with your Bluetooth mobile phone.

Off

–

Power ON

–

–

Standby

–

Power OFF

–

–

Start Voice Dial

Cancel Voice

Power OFF

–

–

 Dial

Ringing

Answer

Power OFF

–

–

Call active

End Call

Power OFF

Adjust volume

Mic Mute*

2

 by one step

Off

–

Power ON

–

–

Standby

Initiate Voice

Power OFF

Adjust volume

Last number

 Dial

 by one step

Redial

Setting up Voice

Cancel Voice

Power OFF

–

–

Dial

 Dial

Ringing

Answer

Reject

–

–

Call active

End Call

Power OFF

Adjust volume

Mic Mute*

2

(audio in headset)

 by one step

Call active

End Call

Power OFF

Adjust volume Adjust volume

(audio in headset),

by one step

continuously

second call coming
into phone

*

1

Some functions may not be supported depending on your
Bluetooth mobile phone.
Refer to the manual supplied your Bluetooth mobile
phone.

*

2

The beep sounds every 3 seconds while the microphone
is muted.
To cancel muting, press the volume + or - button.

The car attachment (supplied) can be used to hold the
Battery charger, by installing it in the vent of the air
conditioner of your car.
This is convenient for using while driving.

9 mm (min)

7 mm (min)

17 mm (max)

3 mm (max)

17 mm (max)

9 mm (min)

7 mm (min)

3 mm (max)

• The car attachment may not install besides the above. Do

not install the unit by force if installation is difficult. This
may break a fin.

• Take care not to install or remove the unit by force. A fin

may break.

• If necessary, protect the dashboard and the air

conditioner vent with tape, etc., so as not to damage
anything.

• Install this unit in a place that does not disturb the air bag

function or your driving.

• Be sure to turn off the vent’s auto-swing function if your

car has one.

The Bluetooth earset can communicate directly with your
Bluetooth mobile phone. For details, refer to the manual
supplied with your Bluetooth mobile phone.

The Bluetooth earset should be paired with the Bluetooth
mobile phone beforehand.

C

A

B

D

E

A

When the LED blinks blue rapidly (for 1 second), release
the button. The LED starts to blink blue slowly (every 3
seconds). A low/high beep sounds when the unit turns on.

Take care that the Multifunction button is not held down for
more than about 10 seconds, otherwise pairing mode is
entered.

B

For details, refer to the manual supplied with your
Bluetooth mobile phone.

C

With the Bluetooth earset and the Bluetooth mobile phone
already paired, Bluetooth communication connects by
pressing the Multifunction button.
In the following cases, commuicate again between the
Bluetooth earset and the Bluetooth mobile phone.
– the Bluetooth earset is turned off
– the Bluetooth mobile phone (or its Bluetooth function) is

turned off

– the Bluetooth function on the Bluetooth mobile phone

and the Bluetooth earset are in sleep mode

– Bluetooth communication has terminated

Refer to the manual supplied with your Bluetooth mobile
phone about Bluetooth communication and the Bluetooth
function.

D

: Use the keypad of your Bluetooth mobile phone to

dial the number, then press the call button. If there is no
sound from the Bluetooth earset, press the Multifunction
button.

It is possible to call in various ways, depending on the
Bluetooth mobile phone. Refer to the manual supplied with
your Bluetooth mobile phone.
– You can call by pressing the Multifunction button using

the voice-dial function when in standby.

– You can call a specific number by pressing the

Multifunction button when in standby.

– You can call to the last number by holding the Volume +

or - button in standby (only when using the Hands-free
profile).

: When the telephone is ringing,

Bluetooth communication will connect automatically, and
sound will be heard through the Bluetooth earset.
Press the Multifunction button on the Bluetooth earset.

If you pressed the call button on the Bluetooth mobile
phone, some Bluetooth mobile phones may have handset
use priority. In this case, set to talk with the Bluetooth
earset by pressing the Multifunction button, or by operating
the Bluetooth mobile phone.
For details, refer to the manual supplied with your
Bluetooth mobile phone.

: You can end a call by pressing the

Multifunction button on the Bluetooth earset.
In the following cases, audio communication terminates
automatically.
– the end button on the Bluetooth mobile phone is pressed
– the recipient hangs up the calling

E

When the unit has turned off, the LED on the Bluetooth
earset blinks green rapidly (for 2 seconds). A high/low beep
sounds when the unit turns off.

At this time, the current volume level is stored.

If the unit turns off when charging, the current volume level
is not stored.

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This unit can be worn on the right or left ear by the
following procedure.

: When changing over from right to left ear.

 

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Marked 

Marked 

R

Marked 

L

The housing and the hanger are marked left (L) and right
(R). For example, when using the left ear, the housing is set
in the L position, and the hanger is attached with the 

mark visible.

The unit comes with 2 hanger sizes to ensure a comfortable
fit.

Power on

Blue blink (for 1 sec.)

Power off

Green blink (for 2 sec.)

Standby

Blue blink (every 3 sec.)

Call active

Blue blink 3 times (every 3 sec.)

Pairing mode

Blue/Green blink

• The LED color of the unit changes from blue to green

when battery charge is low.

• Communication may sometimes not occur, even though

the Multifunction button on the Bluetooth earset is
pressed. In such a case, the LED double blinks (blue) 3
to 5 times, after which the Bluetooth earset  enters
standby mode.
Failure to communicate will occur in the following cases:
– The Bluetooth earset is not paired with your Bluetooth

mobile phone.

– The Bluetooth function on your Bluetooth mobile

phone is not activated.

The LED display color of the unit changes from blue to
green when battery charge is low.
In this case, recharge the battery immediately.
After use, recharge the unit frequently.

Car Multi-Voltage DC Adaptor : DCC-E345
Buy Sony Accessories at URL :
http://www.sony.com/sonyaccessories
or call 1-888-559-7669 (SONY)

Never leave this unit charging  in a car.

Usage time from fully charged.

Talk time (up to)

7 hours

Standby time (up to)

160 hours

Time stated above may vary, depending on ambient
temperature or conditions of use.

If the life of the built-in rechargeable battery drops to half
the normal length, the battery should be replaced. Consult
your nearest Sony dealer for replacement of the
rechargeable battery.

The Bluetooth earset can pair directly with a Bluetooth
mobile phone.
Do the following.

within 1m

The LED will blink in blue for the first 7 seconds
(approx.). Keep pressed until the LED blinks blue and
green.

When the Bluetooth mobile phone detects the
Bluetooth earset, “DR-BT1” will appear in the display
of the Bluetooth mobile phone.

If “DR-BT1” is not displayed, repeat steps 1 to 3.

* Passkey may also be called the following.

– Pass code, PIN code, PIN number, Password.

The unit will enter the standby mode. The display of
the Bluetooth mobile phone will usually show that
pairing has completed.

• To pair the units, pairing mode should be used.

Time out for pairing mode the unit is about 60 seconds.

• Refer to the manual supplied with your Bluetooth mobile

phone.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

1

2

Controls various functions of the Bluetooth earset.

3

Indicates the status of the Bluetooth earset.

4

5

6

7

8

1

2

3

1

2

3

The Bluetooth earset contains a rechargeable Lithium-Ion
battery, that should be charged before using for the first
time.

When the AC power adaptor is connected to an AC
outlet, the unit will turn off automatically.

If the LED on the Bluetooth earset does not light up
green, dock again, and make sure the indicator lights
up green.
Charging is completed in about 2.5 hours* and the
indicator goes off.

* Time required to fully charge empty battery.

If this unit detects a problem while charging, the LED may
blink green, and will turn off although the charge is not
complete.
Check for the following causes:
– Environmental temperature exceeds the range of 0˚C-

40˚C (32˚F-104˚F).

– There is a problem with the battery etc.
In this case, charge again within the above-mentioned
temperature range.
If the problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

• The unit cannot operate while charging.
• Charge in an environmental temperature of between

0˚C and 40˚C (between 32˚F and 104˚F).

• Avoid exposure to temperature extremes, direct sunlight,

moisture, sand, dust or mechanical shock. Never leave in
a car parked in the sun.

• Use only the supplied AC power adaptor. Do not use any

other AC power adaptor.

Thank you for purchasing the Sony DR-BT1 Bluetooth
earset. Before operating the unit, please read this manual
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
Some features are:
• Wireless system that allows you to talk by mobile phone.
• Car Air-vent clip for car use.
• Fits on either your right or left ear.
• Convinient charger with belt clip
• Up to 7hours for talking. Up to 160hours for standby.
• Flexible pipe microphone.
• Volume control function on the headset.

Bluetooth is a new technology that enables wireless data
communication by mobile phones, computers or other
mobile devices.
Bluetooth wireless technology operates within a range of
about 10 meters* (about 30 feet).
* Obstacles (body, metal, wall, etc.) or reception conditions

may adversely affect the usable range.

Optimal
performance

Limited
performance

Bluetooth

 m

obile phone 

Bluetooth
earset

Steel cabinet

• Bluetooth communication may be affected by the

conditions below.
– Obstacles between the Bluetooth earset and the

Bluetooth mobile phone
: Body, metal, walls, etc.

– Electromagnetic waves

: A place where a wireless LAN is installed, a
microwave oven is used, or where electromagnetic
energy exists

• The above is also subject to the mobile phone’s antenna

and reception conditions.

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Check that you have the following items:

• Bluetooth earset (1)

• Hanger (Size S) (1)

• Battery charger (1)

• AC power adaptor (1)

• Car attachment (1)

• Warranty (1)
• Operating Instructions (1)

• Avoid using Bluetooth earset with the volume turned up

for an extended period of time. Doing so can damage
your hearing. Listening at high volumes may also cause
howling depending on the equipment connected with the
earset. It is advisable to keep the volume at a moderate
level at all times.

• Do not leave the Bluetooth earset in a location subject to

direct sunlight, heat, moisture or in a parked car.

• Consult local lows and regulations regarding use of the

Bluetooth earset while driving or cycling.

• Using the Bluetooth earset may not function on mobile

phones, depending on radio wave conditions and location
where the equipment is being used.

• If you experience discomfort after wearing the Bluetooth

earset, take off the Bluetooth earset immediately.

• Start dialing after connecting the Bluetooth earset to your

mobile phone.

• If you have any questions or problems concerning the

system that are not covered in this manual, please consult
your nearest Sony dealer.

• Be sure to bring the Bluetooth earset and the Battery

charger to the Sony dealer when requiring repair work.

• Make sure this unit is fixed firmly before driving to avoid

an accident or damage.

• Do not handle the Battery charger while driving.
• Do not leave the Battery charger inside a car in high

temperature. This may damage the fins or this unit.

• Take care that the Bluetooth earset and the Battery

charger do not fall down while driving and during use.

• The car attachment is only for the Battery charger. Do

not install other device, as it may cause an accident or
damage by dropping, etc.

• Be sure to keep the unit out of the reach of children as it

has small parts.

Bluetooth Compliance:

Bluetooth standard Ver. 1.1

Output power:

Bluetooth standard Power Class2

Frequency band:

2.4GHz band ( 2.4000GHz -
2.4835GHz )

Max. Communication range:

Line of sight approx. 10m

Supplied accessory:

Battery charger (1), AC power
adaptor (1), Hanger (S) (1),
Car attachment (1)

Supported Bluetooth Profiles:

Headset Profile, Hands-free Profile

Power source:

DC 3.7V: Built-in Li-ion
rechargeable battery

Typical Talk time:

7 hours

Typical Standby Time:

160 hours

Mass:

Approx. 20g

Type:

Open air, dynamic

Driver unit:

13.5mm dome type (CCAW Voice
Coil)

Sensitivity:

104 dB/mW

Impedance:

16 

Ω

 at 1 kHz

Power handling capacity: 50 mW(IEC)
Reproduction frequency range:

50-20,000Hz

Type:

Flexible pipe microphone

Unit:

Electret condenser

Output impedance:

Under  2.2 k

Ω

Open circuit voltage level: -42 dB (0dB = 1 V/Pa)
Effective frequency range: 100 - 5,000Hz

Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.

The recipient voice
cannot be heard.

Low sound from recipient

The recipient cannot hear
or easily your voice.

Power does not turn on.

The correspondence
distance is short. (The
noise mixes with the
voice. )

Pairing can not be done.

The Bluetooth earset
cannot be charged.

Operating Instructions

Manual de instrucciones

2-186-672-11(1)

© 2004 Sony Corporation     Printed in Korea

The model and serial number are located at the rear of the
Bluetooth earset.
Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer
to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding
this product.

Model No. DR-BT1
Serial No. ------------------------------------------

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 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 transmitter must not be co-located or operated in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure
limits set forth for uncontrolled equipment and meets the
FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in
Supplement C to OET65. This equipment has very low
levels of RF energy that it is deemed to comply without
testing of specific absorption ratio (SAR).

The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by SONY is
under license.

Lithium-Ion batteries are
recyclable. You can help preserve
our environment by returning your
used
rechargeable batteries to the
collection and recycling location
nearest you.

For more information regarding recycling of
rechargeable batteries, call toll free
1-800-822-8837, or visit http://www.rbrc.org/

Caution:
Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion
batteries.

Hook (S) (1)

Hook (L) (1)

Spacer (2)

Check that the power of the
Bluetooth earset is on.
And check that the Bluetooth
function on the mobile phone is
on.

Check that to communicate the
Bluetooth earset and the mobile
phone.

Check that the setting to use
with Bluetooth earset while a
calling.

Check the volume of your
mobile phone and Bluetooth
earset.

Make the pairing of Bluetooth
earset and your mobile phone
again when Bluetooth earset is
connected to other Bluetooth
products.

Turn up the volume of your
mobile phone and Bluetooth
earset.

Cancel the mute of Mic by
pressing the volume button
once when the Mic of the
Bluetooth earset is muted.
(Intermittent beep sound can be
heard during muting.)

Recharge the unit.

The unit cannot be turned on
when charging. Unplug the AC
power adaptor from the Battery
charger.

If there are the obstacles
between the Bluetooth earset
and Bluetooth mobile phone,
remove and avoid the obstacles.

If there is equipment that
generates electromagnetic
radiation, etc.,  such as a
wireless LAN, other Bluetooth
equipment, a microwave oven
nearby, move it away.

Pair the units by bringing the
Bluetooth earset and the mobile
phone close together.

Dock the Bluetooth earset with
the Battery charger so that the
LED is turns green.

When the contact terminals on
the Bluetooth earset and the
contact pins on the Battery
charger are dirty, wipe them
lightly with a soft dry cloth.