Sony MDR-XB41EX Manual

4-264-667-31(1)

Stereo Headphones

Operating Instructions
Manual de instrucciones

MDR-XB41EX

©2011   Sony Corporation     Printed in Thailand

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Direct Vibe Structure provides an acoustically-tight seal for

superior sound isolation and deep bass sound.

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Large 13.5 mm diameter driver units reproduce powerful and

dynamic bass sound.

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Elastomeric housing for improved adherence to the ears for full

transmission of bass sound.

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Closed type vertical in-the-ear headphones for good wearing

comfort.

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Newly developed stay-in design for a more secure fit.

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4 sizes of hybrid silicone rubber earbuds for secure fit and long-

term wearing comfort(SS, S, M, L)

3 sizes of noise isolation earbuds for effective attenuation of

ambient noise(S, M, L)

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Durable flat cord.

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Convenient carrying case supplied.

Wearing the headphones (see fig. )

 Determine right and left headphone and hold them as in

the illustration.

 Fit the headphones into your ears snugly, as in the

illustration.

 Adjust the earbud to fit snugly in your ear.

(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. -)

Small

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Large

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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.

Small

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Large

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

(see fig. )

 Hold the clip closed, and pull up the lever on the clip just a

little.

 Put the cord into the groove under the lever.

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If you pull up the lever on the clip without holding the clip closed,

or holding the clip closed but opening the lever too much, you

cannot put the cord into the groove under the lever.

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Do not catch the cord on the projection of the clip or do not wedge

it into the groove. It may damage the wires of the cord.

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Do not move the clip position with the cord attached. It may

damage the wires of the cord.

Type: Closed, dynamic / Driver unit: 13.5 mm (CCAW adopted),

dome type / Power handling capacity: 100 mW (IEC*) / Impedance:

16 Ω at 1 kHz / Sensitivity: 105 dB/mW / Frequency response:

4 – 24,000 Hz / Cord: 1.2 m (47

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in), Y type, flat cord / Plug: Gold-

plated L-shaped stereo mini plug / Mass: Approx. 8 g (0.32 oz)

without cord / Supplied accessories: Hybrid silicone rubber earbuds

(SS (2), S (2), M (2), L (2)) / Noise isolation earbuds (S (2), M (2),

L (2)), Carrying case (1), Clip (1), Operating Instructions (1)
* IEC = International Electrotechnical Commission
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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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.

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Listening with headphones at high volume may affect your hearing.

For traffic safety, do not use while driving or cycling.

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Handle the driver units carefully.

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Do not put weight or pressure on the headphones as it may cause

the headphones to deform during long storage.

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The earbuds may deteriorate due to long-term storage or use.

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Install the earbuds firmly onto the headphones. If an earbud

accidentally detaches and is left in your ear, it may cause injury.

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Store the earbuds where children cannot reach in order to prevent

from accidental ingestion or choking.

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Do not leave the stereo headphones in a location subject to direct

sunlight, heat or moisture.

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.

EP-EX10A is available (sold separately) as optional replacement

earbuds.

EP-EX10A offers 4 types of the earbuds: SS, S, M and L.

Other optional replacement earbuds can be ordered from your

nearest authorized Sony retailer or www.sony.com.

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