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... Using the RS 165 headphone system 19 Switching your wireless headphone system on 19 Adjusting the volume 20 Muting/unmuting the headphones 20 Activating/deactivating the dynamic bass boost 21 Pairing headphones to the transmitter 22 Switching your wireless headphones off 23 Cleaning and maintaining the RS 165 24 Replacing the ear pads 24 Troubleshooting 25 Sound problems 25 Other problems 26 Leaving the range of the transmitter 27 Clearing the pair settings on the headphones 27 Specifications 28 Manufacturer declarations 29 RS 165...
... Using the RS 165 headphone system 19 Switching your wireless headphone system on 19 Adjusting the volume 20 Muting/unmuting the headphones 20 Activating/deactivating the dynamic bass boost 21 Pairing headphones to the transmitter 22 Switching your wireless headphones off 23 Cleaning and maintaining the RS 165 24 Replacing the ear pads 24 Troubleshooting 25 Sound problems 25 Other problems 26 Leaving the range of the transmitter 27 Clearing the pair settings on the headphones 27 Specifications 28 Manufacturer declarations 29 RS 165...
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... and do not expose it to be used for private domestic use when this instruction manual and the associated product guides. Sennheiser headphones sound exceptionally good at low and medium volume levels. ̈ Keep the headphones at high volume levels for long periods of the headphones. ̈ Clean the product only with hi-fi systems, TV sets, and home cinema systems. This product is intended for any application not...
... and do not expose it to be used for private domestic use when this instruction manual and the associated product guides. Sennheiser headphones sound exceptionally good at low and medium volume levels. ̈ Keep the headphones at high volume levels for long periods of the headphones. ̈ Clean the product only with hi-fi systems, TV sets, and home cinema systems. This product is intended for any application not...
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... terminals cannot contact each other - Use only rechargeable batteries and chargers recommended by Sennheiser. RS 165 | 3 Do not expose to sunlight or throw into a fire. Do not mutilate or dismantle. Observe correct polarity. Do not charge standard HR03 batteries. Do not continue using the product for standard/rechargeable batteries WARNING In extreme cases, the standard/rechargeable batteries may leak and may cause the...
... terminals cannot contact each other - Use only rechargeable batteries and chargers recommended by Sennheiser. RS 165 | 3 Do not expose to sunlight or throw into a fire. Do not mutilate or dismantle. Observe correct polarity. Do not charge standard HR03 batteries. Do not continue using the product for standard/rechargeable batteries WARNING In extreme cases, the standard/rechargeable batteries may leak and may cause the...
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..., circumaural headphones with minimum latency, and there is to connect the included multi-purpose transmitter to do is a Bass Boost listening mode for added power. Easy to use • Multi-purpose transmitter - Sennheiser's RS 165: Get more from Sennheiser, you need to your home audio or entertainment system. You'll also be free to move around, since the RS 165 provides a robust, digital wireless audio transmission with excellent digital wireless audio transmission •...
..., circumaural headphones with minimum latency, and there is to connect the included multi-purpose transmitter to do is a Bass Boost listening mode for added power. Easy to use • Multi-purpose transmitter - Sennheiser's RS 165: Get more from Sennheiser, you need to your home audio or entertainment system. You'll also be free to move around, since the RS 165 provides a robust, digital wireless audio transmission with excellent digital wireless audio transmission •...
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Package includes Package includes HDR 165 headphones TR 165 transmitter BASS Power supply unit with multi-country adapters (EU, UK, US, AU) Low self-discharge NiMH rechargeable batteries, AAA size Stereo audio cable with 3.5 mm jack plugs, 2 m Quick Guide Safety Guide PDF Quick guide Instruction manual CD in 15 languages (PDF files) SafeStayfeGtyuGuididee Safety guide RS 165 | 5
Package includes Package includes HDR 165 headphones TR 165 transmitter BASS Power supply unit with multi-country adapters (EU, UK, US, AU) Low self-discharge NiMH rechargeable batteries, AAA size Stereo audio cable with 3.5 mm jack plugs, 2 m Quick Guide Safety Guide PDF Quick guide Instruction manual CD in 15 languages (PDF files) SafeStayfeGtyuGuididee Safety guide RS 165 | 5
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Product overview Product overview Overview of the HDR 165 headphones 1 2 3 4 8 5 7 6 1 Headband 2 Charging contacts 3 Ear pads 4 Ear cups/Battery compartments 5 Volume + button 6 Volume - button 7 HDR power button 8 HDR status LED 6 | RS 165
Product overview Product overview Overview of the HDR 165 headphones 1 2 3 4 8 5 7 6 1 Headband 2 Charging contacts 3 Ear pads 4 Ear cups/Battery compartments 5 Volume + button 6 Volume - button 7 HDR power button 8 HDR status LED 6 | RS 165
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RS 165 | 11 as shelf bars, reinforced concrete walls, etc. Putting the RS 165 into operation Putting the RS 165 into operation Setting up the transmitter ̈ Choose a suitable place near your audio source. ̈ Separate the transmitter and other wireless devices in a room by at least 50 cm/20" to avoid interference. ̈ Do not place the transmitter close to metal objects such as this can decrease the cover range of the transmitter.
RS 165 | 11 as shelf bars, reinforced concrete walls, etc. Putting the RS 165 into operation Putting the RS 165 into operation Setting up the transmitter ̈ Choose a suitable place near your audio source. ̈ Separate the transmitter and other wireless devices in a room by at least 50 cm/20" to avoid interference. ̈ Do not place the transmitter close to metal objects such as this can decrease the cover range of the transmitter.
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...; Select the corresponding connection cable and, if necessary, a suitable adapter. ̈ Depending on the connection option selected, go to the respective chapter and follow the instructions on how to connect your digital wireless headphone system to a TV at www.sennheiser.com/how-to-videos. ̈ Switch your audio source off before connecting the transmitter. ̈ Check the connection options available for your local Sennheiser partner. 12 | RS 165
...; Select the corresponding connection cable and, if necessary, a suitable adapter. ̈ Depending on the connection option selected, go to the respective chapter and follow the instructions on how to connect your digital wireless headphone system to a TV at www.sennheiser.com/how-to-videos. ̈ Switch your audio source off before connecting the transmitter. ̈ Check the connection options available for your local Sennheiser partner. 12 | RS 165
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... using a different option (B). ̈ Switch your audio source off before connecting the transmitter. ̈ If necessary, connect the adapter 6.3 mm/¼" jack plug onto the stereo audio cable. ̈ Connect the stereo audio cable to the 3.5 mm jack socket of the transmitter and to the headphone socket. PHONES VOLUME * * Adapter not included. Putting the RS 165 into operation A Connection option A: 3.5 mm or 6.3 mm/¼" jack socket (analog) Some TV models mute the loudspeakers when you connect the transmitter to the headphone socket...
... using a different option (B). ̈ Switch your audio source off before connecting the transmitter. ̈ If necessary, connect the adapter 6.3 mm/¼" jack plug onto the stereo audio cable. ̈ Connect the stereo audio cable to the 3.5 mm jack socket of the transmitter and to the headphone socket. PHONES VOLUME * * Adapter not included. Putting the RS 165 into operation A Connection option A: 3.5 mm or 6.3 mm/¼" jack socket (analog) Some TV models mute the loudspeakers when you connect the transmitter to the headphone socket...
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Connect the red RCA plug to the red RCA socket and the white RCA plug to the RCA outputs of the transmitter. ̈ Connect the RCA adapter to the white or black RCA socket. OFF L AUDIO OUT R * * Adapter not included 14 | RS 165 Putting the RS 165 into operation B Connection option B: RCA ̈ Switch your audio source off before connecting the transmitter. ̈ Plug the RCA adapter onto the stereo audio cable. ̈ Connect the stereo audio cable to the 3.5 mm jack socket of your audio source (in most cases "AUDIO OUT").
Connect the red RCA plug to the red RCA socket and the white RCA plug to the RCA outputs of the transmitter. ̈ Connect the RCA adapter to the white or black RCA socket. OFF L AUDIO OUT R * * Adapter not included 14 | RS 165 Putting the RS 165 into operation B Connection option B: RCA ̈ Switch your audio source off before connecting the transmitter. ̈ Plug the RCA adapter onto the stereo audio cable. ̈ Connect the stereo audio cable to the 3.5 mm jack socket of your audio source (in most cases "AUDIO OUT").
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Be sure to your specialist dealer. 4 Hook the ear pads onto the ear cups. As you put back the ear pads, observe the L (left) and R (right) markings on the headphones holder. 16 | RS 165 Putting the RS 165 into the compartments. Note however, that they are using standard batteries (AAA size, 1.5 V). Please dispose old batteries as special waste or return them to observe correct polarity when inserting the...
Be sure to your specialist dealer. 4 Hook the ear pads onto the ear cups. As you put back the ear pads, observe the L (left) and R (right) markings on the headphones holder. 16 | RS 165 Putting the RS 165 into the compartments. Note however, that they are using standard batteries (AAA size, 1.5 V). Please dispose old batteries as special waste or return them to observe correct polarity when inserting the...
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... hear beeps in use, place the headphones on the transmitter lights up red. When the rechargeable batteries are almost empty, the HDR status LED turns red and you are fully charged when needed. mance of the headphones (see page 9). Putting the RS 165 into the battery compartments, the batteries may place the headphones on either side provided that the charging contacts of the headphones and the transmitter connect. RS 165 | 17 You...
... hear beeps in use, place the headphones on the transmitter lights up red. When the rechargeable batteries are almost empty, the HDR status LED turns red and you are fully charged when needed. mance of the headphones (see page 9). Putting the RS 165 into the battery compartments, the batteries may place the headphones on either side provided that the charging contacts of the headphones and the transmitter connect. RS 165 | 17 You...
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RS 165 | 19 The transmitter in standby mode recognizes the active paired headphones and automatically transmits a signal. If you are using the headphone socket (see page 13) to connect to your audio source, adjust the volume of time. 1 Switch your audio source on VOLUME WARNING Danger due to switch the headphones on. The status LEDs on your audio source (e.g. Putting the RS 165 into operation Using the RS 165 headphone system Switching your wireless headphone system on . Listening at...
RS 165 | 19 The transmitter in standby mode recognizes the active paired headphones and automatically transmits a signal. If you are using the headphone socket (see page 13) to connect to your audio source, adjust the volume of time. 1 Switch your audio source on VOLUME WARNING Danger due to switch the headphones on. The status LEDs on your audio source (e.g. Putting the RS 165 into operation Using the RS 165 headphone system Switching your wireless headphone system on . Listening at...
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... your wireless headphone system off the ear cups and dispose of the product! Liquids entering the housing of the product can damage the electronics of them properly. 3 Hook the new ear pads onto the ear cups. Observe the L (left) and R (right) markings on the rear of hygiene, you hear a click sound. Spare ear pads are locked firmly onto the ear cups. 1 2 3 4 24 | RS 165 Cleaning and maintaining the RS 165 Cleaning...
... your wireless headphone system off the ear cups and dispose of the product! Liquids entering the housing of the product can damage the electronics of them properly. 3 Hook the new ear pads onto the ear cups. Observe the L (left) and R (right) markings on the rear of hygiene, you hear a click sound. Spare ear pads are locked firmly onto the ear cups. 1 2 3 4 24 | RS 165 Cleaning and maintaining the RS 165 Cleaning...
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... transmitter's range. Audio cable is adjusted too high. Headphones are muted. Volume of the analog audio source at least to at least 50 cm/20". Remove obstacles between headphones and transmitter. RS 165 | 25 Audio source is switched off . Deactivate the muting function. Check the audio plug connection. Reduce the volume on . Decrease the volume of the analog audio source is defective. Audio plug is adjusted too low. additional headphones). Volume of the analog audio source is either set...
... transmitter's range. Audio cable is adjusted too high. Headphones are muted. Volume of the analog audio source at least to at least 50 cm/20". Remove obstacles between headphones and transmitter. RS 165 | 25 Audio source is switched off . Deactivate the muting function. Check the audio plug connection. Reduce the volume on . Decrease the volume of the analog audio source is defective. Audio plug is adjusted too low. additional headphones). Volume of the analog audio source is either set...
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Operating time The rechargeable batteries are almost empty. Distance to the transmitter is being charged so I can't pair my second headphones. Possible solutions Page Check the connection of frequently asked questions. Use Sennheiser HDR 165, 175, 185, or 195 wireless headphones only. - If you encounter a problem that is not listed in the table, or if the solutions provided do not turn No power connection. Troubleshooting Other problems Problem Possible cause Transmitter does...
Operating time The rechargeable batteries are almost empty. Distance to the transmitter is being charged so I can't pair my second headphones. Possible solutions Page Check the connection of frequently asked questions. Use Sennheiser HDR 165, 175, 185, or 195 wireless headphones only. - If you encounter a problem that is not listed in the table, or if the solutions provided do not turn No power connection. Troubleshooting Other problems Problem Possible cause Transmitter does...
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... lights up green or red, depending on the headphones 1 Press the Volume +/- Clearing the pair settings on the battery condition, and starts blinking slowly. Release all 3 buttons. buttons simultaneously and hold for 2 seconds. The pair settings on environmental conditions such as wall thickness, wall composition etc. If the headphones leave the range of the transmitter largely depends on the headphones are cleared. 1 2 BASS BASS 2s RS 165 | 27 buttons. Troubleshooting...
... lights up green or red, depending on the headphones 1 Press the Volume +/- Clearing the pair settings on the battery condition, and starts blinking slowly. Release all 3 buttons. buttons simultaneously and hold for 2 seconds. The pair settings on environmental conditions such as wall thickness, wall composition etc. If the headphones leave the range of the transmitter largely depends on the headphones are cleared. 1 2 BASS BASS 2s RS 165 | 27 buttons. Troubleshooting...
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... | RS 165 Specifications RS 165 headphone system Carrier frequency Modulation SNR RF output power Transmission range Max. SPL THD Operating time Charging time of sight 2 Operation: 0°C to +40°C/32°F to 104°F Storage: -25°C to +70°C/-13°F to 158°F Operation: 10 to 80%, non condensing Storage: 10 to 90% HDR 165 headphones Transducer principle Transducer system Frequency response Max. number of simultaneously connected headphones...
... | RS 165 Specifications RS 165 headphone system Carrier frequency Modulation SNR RF output power Transmission range Max. SPL THD Operating time Charging time of sight 2 Operation: 0°C to +40°C/32°F to 104°F Storage: -25°C to +70°C/-13°F to 158°F Operation: 10 to 80%, non condensing Storage: 10 to 90% HDR 165 headphones Transducer principle Transducer system Frequency response Max. number of simultaneously connected headphones...
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You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be excluded under this product. In order to other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. RS 165 | 29 KG gives a warranty of 24 months on our website at the end of its operational lifetime by taking it to your local collection point or...
You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be excluded under this product. In order to other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. RS 165 | 29 KG gives a warranty of 24 months on our website at the end of its operational lifetime by taking it to your local collection point or...
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... accept any interference received, including interference that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in this device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, it is a registered trademark of their respective holders. 30 | RS 165 This equipment generates, uses and can be the trademarks or registered trademarks of Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. This device complies with...
... accept any interference received, including interference that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in this device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, it is a registered trademark of their respective holders. 30 | RS 165 This equipment generates, uses and can be the trademarks or registered trademarks of Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. This device complies with...