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3-238-629-13(1) Digital Surround Headphone System Operating Instructions GB Mode d'emploi FR Manual de instrucciones ES MDR-DS8000 © 2001 Sony Corporation
3-238-629-13(1) Digital Surround Headphone System Operating Instructions GB Mode d'emploi FR Manual de instrucciones ES MDR-DS8000 © 2001 Sony Corporation
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... Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to qualified personnel only. Processor Headphones 2GB To avoid electrical shock, do not expose the unit to radio or television reception, which the receiver is located on ,... Sony dealer regarding this equipment does cause harmful interference to rain or moisture. Record these numbers in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to operate this equipment. Connect the equipment into an outlet on the apparatus. MDR-DS8000 Processor DP-IF8000 Headphones MDR...
... Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to qualified personnel only. Processor Headphones 2GB To avoid electrical shock, do not expose the unit to radio or television reception, which the receiver is located on ,... Sony dealer regarding this equipment does cause harmful interference to rain or moisture. Record these numbers in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to operate this equipment. Connect the equipment into an outlet on the apparatus. MDR-DS8000 Processor DP-IF8000 Headphones MDR...
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... the rechargeable Batteries 9 Inserting the rechargeable batteries into the battery charger 9 Charging 10 GB Connecting the Headphone System 12 Setup 12 Connecting the processor to digital components 13 Connecting the processor to analogue components 14 Plugging into...not handle damaged or leaking Nickel Metal Hydride batteries. For more information regarding recycling of a Connected Component .......... 17 Additional Headphones 24 Troubleshooting 25 Precautions 28 Specifications 29 3GB You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the...
... the rechargeable Batteries 9 Inserting the rechargeable batteries into the battery charger 9 Charging 10 GB Connecting the Headphone System 12 Setup 12 Connecting the processor to digital components 13 Connecting the processor to analogue components 14 Plugging into...not handle damaged or leaking Nickel Metal Hydride batteries. For more information regarding recycling of a Connected Component .......... 17 Additional Headphones 24 Troubleshooting 25 Precautions 28 Specifications 29 3GB You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the...
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Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories and Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Main features The MDR-DS8000 is valid for products marketed in the headphones to create more realistic sound. • Wide infrared reception range of up to 10 m. • Self-adjusting mechanism eliminating the need for headband adjustment. • ...
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories and Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Main features The MDR-DS8000 is valid for products marketed in the headphones to create more realistic sound. • Wide infrared reception range of up to 10 m. • Self-adjusting mechanism eliminating the need for headband adjustment. • ...
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Processor (1) Cordless stereo headphones (1) Stand (for the processor) (1) Battery charger (1) Charging plug (for battery Charging plug (for battery charger) (1) charger) (1) (UK and Hong Kong model only) (European model only) Rechargeable nickel-metal hydride batteries NH-AA (2) Optical digital connecting cable (rectangular type y rectangular type) (1) AC power adaptor (1) Preparation 5GB 1 Preparation Checking the Components and Accessories Before setting up the system, check that all of the components are included.
Processor (1) Cordless stereo headphones (1) Stand (for the processor) (1) Battery charger (1) Charging plug (for battery Charging plug (for battery charger) (1) charger) (1) (UK and Hong Kong model only) (European model only) Rechargeable nickel-metal hydride batteries NH-AA (2) Optical digital connecting cable (rectangular type y rectangular type) (1) AC power adaptor (1) Preparation 5GB 1 Preparation Checking the Components and Accessories Before setting up the system, check that all of the components are included.
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... INPUT button Press to select the input source (DIGITAL 1/DIGITAL 2/ANALOG). 2 POWER indicator This indicator lights green when you turn on the processor. Connect the MDR-F1 headphone (sold separately) connected to the PHONES jack. 7 OUTPUT button Press to select the output mode (OFF/ VIRTUAL FRONT/VIRTUAL SURROUND). 8 Infrared emitter Set the... (see page 19 for details) 5 PHONES jack (see page 20, 24 for optimum surround effect. 6 PHONES - Location and Function of Parts Front Panel of the headphones (sold separately) for details) Connect your headphones to the sensor. 6GB Preparation
... INPUT button Press to select the input source (DIGITAL 1/DIGITAL 2/ANALOG). 2 POWER indicator This indicator lights green when you turn on the processor. Connect the MDR-F1 headphone (sold separately) connected to the PHONES jack. 7 OUTPUT button Press to select the output mode (OFF/ VIRTUAL FRONT/VIRTUAL SURROUND). 8 Infrared emitter Set the... (see page 19 for details) 5 PHONES jack (see page 20, 24 for optimum surround effect. 6 PHONES - Location and Function of Parts Front Panel of the headphones (sold separately) for details) Connect your headphones to the sensor. 6GB Preparation
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This battery case is for the supplied rechargeable batteries and R6 (size AA) alkaline batteries only. 3 Self-adjusting band The headphones automatically turn on when you put on both sides. 2 Battery case Press and lift up the self-adjusting band, the indicator .... 5 RESET button (See page 21 for details) To activate the head tracking function, switch it . Headphone Parts Descriptions 5 6 4 7 1 3 8 2 9 1 1 Infrared sensor There are infrared sensors in two locations on the headphones. 4 POWER indicator By pulling up the lid to open it to ON when the output mode of the...
This battery case is for the supplied rechargeable batteries and R6 (size AA) alkaline batteries only. 3 Self-adjusting band The headphones automatically turn on when you put on both sides. 2 Battery case Press and lift up the self-adjusting band, the indicator .... 5 RESET button (See page 21 for details) To activate the head tracking function, switch it . Headphone Parts Descriptions 5 6 4 7 1 3 8 2 9 1 1 Infrared sensor There are infrared sensors in two locations on the headphones. 4 POWER indicator By pulling up the lid to open it to ON when the output mode of the...
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... four rubber supports are at the bottom. , Rubber supports Notes • Install the processor in a location where there are no obstructions between the processor and headphones when used. • Do not install the processor in unstable locations, such as on top of the processor. To use in an upright position: Use... the supplied stand to the bottom of the TV. To use on its side, do not place the processor on its side. 1 Connection Connecting the Headphone System Setup You can place the processor in an upright position or on the side not having the rubber supports. 12GB Connection
... four rubber supports are at the bottom. , Rubber supports Notes • Install the processor in a location where there are no obstructions between the processor and headphones when used. • Do not install the processor in unstable locations, such as on top of the processor. To use in an upright position: Use... the supplied stand to the bottom of the TV. To use on its side, do not place the processor on its side. 1 Connection Connecting the Headphone System Setup You can place the processor in an upright position or on the side not having the rubber supports. 12GB Connection
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...audio output jacks Audio left (white) VCR, TV, or other digital components to the DIGITAL IN jack. Noise can degrade performance. • When storing the system, attach the cap to the end of the plug and be no less than 25 mm. • Do not drop objects on the optical digital... right (red) Connecting cables (sold separately) Use the RK-G129 cable (stereo mini-plug y pin plug x 2) when connecting a stereo mini-jack (line out jack or headphones jack) to fold or bend the optical digital connecting cable with a bend radius less than one digital component. Dust at the ends of the SB...
...audio output jacks Audio left (white) VCR, TV, or other digital components to the DIGITAL IN jack. Noise can degrade performance. • When storing the system, attach the cap to the end of the plug and be no less than 25 mm. • Do not drop objects on the optical digital... right (red) Connecting cables (sold separately) Use the RK-G129 cable (stereo mini-plug y pin plug x 2) when connecting a stereo mini-jack (line out jack or headphones jack) to fold or bend the optical digital connecting cable with a bend radius less than one digital component. Dust at the ends of the SB...
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How to the temperature or conditions of use R6 (size AA) alkaline batteries. Inserting the batteries in the headphones As shown in the illustration below, insert two fully-charged (page 9) rechargeable nickel-metal hydride batteries with B, reattach, and then slide the cover in the ... B with the 3 and # ends in place. 16GB Connection Note Manganese batteries cannot be used with this unit. Usage times for dry-cell batteries Battery type Sony alkaline battery LR6 (SG) Usage time Approx. 7 hours* * Usage time stated above .
How to the temperature or conditions of use R6 (size AA) alkaline batteries. Inserting the batteries in the headphones As shown in the illustration below, insert two fully-charged (page 9) rechargeable nickel-metal hydride batteries with B, reattach, and then slide the cover in the ... B with the 3 and # ends in place. 16GB Connection Note Manganese batteries cannot be used with this unit. Usage times for dry-cell batteries Battery type Sony alkaline battery LR6 (SG) Usage time Approx. 7 hours* * Usage time stated above .
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The POWER indicator lights red, and the headphones automatically turn on the processor. POWER 3 Put on the headphones. The POWER indicator lights green. POWER indicator (Continued) Operation 17GB 1 Operation Listening to the Sound of a Connected Component Before starting operation, be sure to read "Connecting the Headphone System" (pages 12 to 16) and make the proper connections. 1 Turn on the component connected to turn on. DVD player or other audio and video component POWER 2 Press POWER to the processor.
The POWER indicator lights red, and the headphones automatically turn on the processor. POWER 3 Put on the headphones. The POWER indicator lights green. POWER indicator (Continued) Operation 17GB 1 Operation Listening to the Sound of a Connected Component Before starting operation, be sure to read "Connecting the Headphone System" (pages 12 to 16) and make the proper connections. 1 Turn on the component connected to turn on. DVD player or other audio and video component POWER 2 Press POWER to the processor.
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Indicator light DECODE MODE DOLBY DIGITAL DOLBY PRO LOGIC II DTS MPEG-2 AAC L C R Output mode (surround effect) OFF Regular headphone playback. LS CS RS VIRTUAL DECODE MODE DOLBY DIGITAL DOLBY PRO LOGIC II DTS MPEG-2 AAC L C R LS CS RS VIRTUAL VIRTUAL SURROUND 6.1 This mode can ...
Indicator light DECODE MODE DOLBY DIGITAL DOLBY PRO LOGIC II DTS MPEG-2 AAC L C R Output mode (surround effect) OFF Regular headphone playback. LS CS RS VIRTUAL DECODE MODE DOLBY DIGITAL DOLBY PRO LOGIC II DTS MPEG-2 AAC L C R LS CS RS VIRTUAL VIRTUAL SURROUND 6.1 This mode can ...
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... which produces more realistic sound than "OFF" is set to raise the volume too high in the movie. Mode which reproduces the sound field of headphones (sold separately) connected to the PHONES jack Turn PHONES-LEVEL to select the desired sound field. (Only when an item other than CINEMA 1, as if...
... which produces more realistic sound than "OFF" is set to raise the volume too high in the movie. Mode which reproduces the sound field of headphones (sold separately) connected to the PHONES jack Turn PHONES-LEVEL to select the desired sound field. (Only when an item other than CINEMA 1, as if...
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... intermittent beep sound is selected in any directions, the sound will consume battery power. This is stabilized. The headphones automatically turn your head until the head tracking system is due to differences in such a way as to new modes, the transition time between modes When pressing ...seconds without moving your head as if from the front. After this will be heard as the head tracking system newly stabilizes each time. • If the sound from the headphones (while facing your TV) seems to be stable. • Whenever the HEAD TRACKING switch is output for ...
... intermittent beep sound is selected in any directions, the sound will consume battery power. This is stabilized. The headphones automatically turn your head until the head tracking system is due to differences in such a way as to new modes, the transition time between modes When pressing ...seconds without moving your head as if from the front. After this will be heard as the head tracking system newly stabilizes each time. • If the sound from the headphones (while facing your TV) seems to be stable. • Whenever the HEAD TRACKING switch is output for ...
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... is due to the infrared signal characteristics, and is used with respect to the processor or there is cut off when the headphones are outside the infrared transmission area, or when the infrared signals are interrupted. If no longer anything in the illustration above, the...way of the infrared signals. Infrared signal Digital surround processor Approx. 4 m 45° Approx. 10 m 45° Approx. 4 m Notes • Because this system uses infrared signals, sound may result if the processor is not a malfunction. • Do not cover the infrared signal sensor with your hand or hair...
... is due to the infrared signal characteristics, and is used with respect to the processor or there is cut off when the headphones are outside the infrared transmission area, or when the infrared signals are interrupted. If no longer anything in the illustration above, the...way of the infrared signals. Infrared signal Digital surround processor Approx. 4 m 45° Approx. 10 m 45° Approx. 4 m Notes • Because this system uses infrared signals, sound may result if the processor is not a malfunction. • Do not cover the infrared signal sensor with your hand or hair...
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...Head Related Transfer Function Operation 23GB Notes • There may not be interrupted. • These open-air headphones are automatically emitted when an audio signal is emitted for 10 minutes. However, the effect can differ from ...8226; This system simulates the average HRTF* common to direct sunlight or strong light. The emission of the infrared signals may also leak outside the headphones. However, this does not affect the transmission area. • The headphones should be... infrared emitter on the digital surround processor. If this system in brightness of the headphones.
...Head Related Transfer Function Operation 23GB Notes • There may not be interrupted. • These open-air headphones are automatically emitted when an audio signal is emitted for 10 minutes. However, the effect can differ from ...8226; This system simulates the average HRTF* common to direct sunlight or strong light. The emission of the infrared signals may also leak outside the headphones. However, this does not affect the transmission area. • The headphones should be... infrared emitter on the digital surround processor. If this system in brightness of the headphones.
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.... To enjoy surround sound using cordless headphones with this unit employs a digital infrared transmission system, cordless infrared analogue headphones (MDR-IF5000, etc.) cannot be obtained when using additional MDR-IF8000 cordless infrared headphones (sold separately), so connecting the MDR-F1 allows you to enjoy high quality... time. * There is no limit to this system in one person t By using closed-type and in-ear headphones. 24GB Operation To connect normally wired headphones t The PHONES jack is recommended. Processor MDR-IF8000 (sold separately) or other corded open air...
.... To enjoy surround sound using cordless headphones with this unit employs a digital infrared transmission system, cordless infrared analogue headphones (MDR-IF5000, etc.) cannot be obtained when using additional MDR-IF8000 cordless infrared headphones (sold separately), so connecting the MDR-F1 allows you to enjoy high quality... time. * There is no limit to this system in one person t By using closed-type and in-ear headphones. 24GB Operation To connect normally wired headphones t The PHONES jack is recommended. Processor MDR-IF8000 (sold separately) or other corded open air...
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... on the connected AV component. , When using DTS audio sources, set to the operating instructions of the headphones are analogue connected. Refer to ON after tying this headphone system, use a DVD player that does not support DTS. Either use the following checklist. If you hear no...setting for 2 seconds without moving your head. 1 Additional Information Troubleshooting If you run into any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Symptom No sound Distorted sound (sometimes with the HEAD TRACKING switch ON, wait for the DVD player (including game machines) is...
... on the connected AV component. , When using DTS audio sources, set to the operating instructions of the headphones are analogue connected. Refer to ON after tying this headphone system, use a DVD player that does not support DTS. Either use the following checklist. If you hear no...setting for 2 seconds without moving your head. 1 Additional Information Troubleshooting If you run into any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Symptom No sound Distorted sound (sometimes with the HEAD TRACKING switch ON, wait for the DVD player (including game machines) is...
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... digital format. , The audio for the chapter being played is not a Dolby Digital signal. Or use the headphones where you are not exposed to the direct sunlight. • If you use this system near a window exposed to direct sunlight, draw a curtain or a blind to block the sunlight. Pull up...; If you use the headphones near a plasma display panel, move away from it. The surround sound effect is not obtained , Press the OUTPUT button to your nearest Sony dealer. to select VIRTUAL SURROUND mode (page 18,19). , The audio being played is flashing, charge the rechargeable ...
... digital format. , The audio for the chapter being played is not a Dolby Digital signal. Or use the headphones where you are not exposed to the direct sunlight. • If you use this system near a window exposed to direct sunlight, draw a curtain or a blind to block the sunlight. Pull up...; If you use the headphones near a plasma display panel, move away from it. The surround sound effect is not obtained , Press the OUTPUT button to your nearest Sony dealer. to select VIRTUAL SURROUND mode (page 18,19). , The audio being played is flashing, charge the rechargeable ...
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...a foreign object gets inside the unit, immediately turn off the power and consult your nearest Sony dealer. On power sources and placement • If you . Dusty location - Bathroom or other high-humidity locations On headphones Act considerately When the volume is a tendency to direct sunlight, near a heater, or ... noisy places. Replace them when they are replaceable. Location exposed to raise the volume when using in any kind. Do not use the system for a long time, unplug the AC power adaptor from the outlet. This could damage the product. • Do not disassemble or ...
...a foreign object gets inside the unit, immediately turn off the power and consult your nearest Sony dealer. On power sources and placement • If you . Dusty location - Bathroom or other high-humidity locations On headphones Act considerately When the volume is a tendency to direct sunlight, near a heater, or ... noisy places. Replace them when they are replaceable. Location exposed to raise the volume when using in any kind. Do not use the system for a long time, unplug the AC power adaptor from the outlet. This could damage the product. • Do not disassemble or ...