User Guide English .........................2 Deutsch ........................9 Français .......................15 Español ...................... 21 Italiano ....................... 27 Dutch ......................... 33 Korean ........................ 39 Norwegian ................. 45 Danish .........................51 Japanese ..................... 57 Simplified Chinese ..... 63 ® jbl reference series Bluetooth ® wireless headphones for iPod 610 Important Safety Instructions Please read the following precautions before use: CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Read these instructions, heed all warnings, and keep for future reference. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings; a minimum distance of 10mm around the entire apparatus is required for sufficient ventilation. No naked flame sources such as lighted candles should be placed on or near apparatus. Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of battery disposal. Apparatus is to be used in moderate climates only. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatuses (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarizing plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or third prong is provided for safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at the plugs and convenience receptacles, and at the point where they exit from the apparatus. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, or the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK). THERE ARE NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE THIS UNIT. PLEASE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED HARMAN CONSUMER GROUP, INC.SERVICE PERSONNEL. Never remove grille covers in order to service the speaker system. The speaker system does not contain any user-serviceable parts. THE LIGHTNING FLASH AND ARROWHEAD WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU TO DANGEROUS VOLTAGE INSIDE THE PRODUCT. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU TO IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ACCOMPANYING THE PRODUCT. !ATTENTION! It is considered good practice to connect the AC charger cable to your headphone prior to plugging charging device into power source. WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. WARNING: THE APPARATUS SHOULD NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUID, SUCH AS VASES, SHOULD BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS. jbl reference series 610 Safety Instructions Headphone/earphone listening at high volume levels may cause permanent damage to your hearing. Always set the volume control to the lowest level before switching to different sources (tuner, CD player, MP3 player, etc.) or before plugging in the headphones/earphones. For your safety, do not use headphones/earphones while driving or cycling. Welcome Thank you for purchasing the JBL Reference Series 610 wireless headphone system. These headphones incorporate 60 years of JBL's professional audio experience and technology, setting a new standard for Bluetooth® wireless headphone systems. Introduction JBL is proud to bring you the JBL Reference Series 610 wireless headphone system. This wireless headphone system streams high-fidelity digital sound from your audio device to your headphones. With the included Bluetooth® transmitter attached to your iPod,® you can stream music to your JBL 610 wireless headphones as far as 10 meters away from the music source. With no wires to tangle or restrict your movement, and the volume and track controls conveniently located on the headphones, the JBL Reference Series 610 is both the ultimate in portable audio convenience and the pinnacle of audio quality. The JBL Reference 610 is compatible with most Bluetooth®-enabled devices, music players, cell phones and laptops. Enabled with Bluetooth® A2DP (Advanced Audio Delivery Protocol) and AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Protocol), the JBL 610 can stream high-quality sound. The JBL Reference Series 610 has raised the bar for high-performance, wireless, portable headphone systems and has earned the right to be a part of the JBL Reference Series family. 2 Package Contents 1. JBL Reference Series 610 Headphones 2. Carrying Case 3. Bluetooth Transceiver 4. Stereo Phono Adapter 5. Dual Airline Adapter 6. Battery Charger 7. 1.75-Meter Optional Audio Cable using your jbl reference series 610 wireless headphones Charging Your Headphones To optimize your JBL 610 headphone system's performance, the unit must be fully charged prior to operation. 1. Select the proper regional AC adapter plug and assemble onto your battery charger by sliding the plug into the receptacle cavity. (To remove the adapter plug, press the release lever on the charger housing and slide plug in the direction shown.) 2. Connect the mini USB plug on your battery charger to the charge port located on the left ear cup of your headphones. 3. Connect to power outlet and begin charging. Your headphones should reach a complete charge in three (3) hours. 1. Push and hold to remove adapter 7. 2. JBL Reference 610 Automatic Power Saving Mode 3. 6. Power button 4. 5. To extend the single charge battery playing time of your JBL Reference 610 Wireless Headphone, a power "OFF" feature has been built into the system. After 30 minutes of in-activity the headphone will automatically power off. The Bluetooth Transceiver will also shut down and no longer draw power from the iPod. To re-activate your JBL Reference 610 headphone proceed as follows: 1. Disconnect the JBL Bluetooth Transceiver from the iPod 2. Press Power Button located on the left ear cup (you will see the blue LED light up) 3. Connect the Bluetooth Transceiver to the iPod The headphone and Bluetooth Transceiver will now re-link with each other. 3 Starting Up Your Headphones and the Bluetooth Transceiver The JBL Reference Series 610 is designed for use with iPod generations 4G and above. For your hearing safety, please adjust your iPod volume to the minimum position prior to powering up your headphones. 1. Power "On" your headphones by pressing the power button located on the left ear cup. The blue LED on the headphone will light up (at first solid, followed by three consecutive, quick flashes ­ indicating that headphones are ready to be "discovered"). Plug in your dongle after headphone system is in discoverable mode. The LED on the mating transceiver will start to blink rapidly, indicating pairing with each other. (To power "Off" headphones, press power button.) 2. Connect the Bluetooth transceiver to the mating Omni connector on the base of your iPod. Connecting the transceiver will automatically power up your iPod. 3. Once the headphones and Bluetooth transceiver are paired and connected, the blue LED on the headphones and the transceiver's LED will blink slowly and intermittently. You are now ready to use your wireless headphone system. (Note: Pairing of the headphones and transceiver may take up to one minute.) 4. If Bluetooth connection is lost due to moving out of transmission range, move closer to the iPod and press the play/pause button ">". It will re-pair to the Bluetooth transceiver. Blue LED Power button Blue LED Navigating Your Headphone Controls The navigation controls are all conveniently located on the right ear cup. Using Your Headphones With Other Bluetooth Devices The JBL Reference Series 610 headphones can also be used with other Bluetooth music devices. The Bluetooth product must be enabled with the A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile). This will allow streaming of music to your headphones. A Bluetooth device with both A2DP and AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile) will stream music and allow functionality of the "Music Playing Mode" control features. 1. Make sure headphone power is "Off" and transceiver is disconnected from the iPod. 2. Turn headphone power back "On" and wait for solid LED, then three quick flashes ­ indicating that the headphone system is in "discoverable" mode. 3. To pair your Bluetooth-enabled device to the headphones, please refer to your user's manual for the proper setup procedure. 4. When your audio device requests a passcode to pair with the JBL Reference Series 610 headphone system, enter the numerical sequence "0000". Note: The headphone control features may be limited when used with devices other than your iPod, due to the varying designs and possible remote control limitations of your audio device. Music Playing Mode 1. The volume "_" and "+" buttons are controlled by pressing to make your selection. Repeated pressing will reduce or increase volume, as desired. If you do not notice a change in the volume, make sure your iPod does not have a low battery. 2. Located on the four-position toggle switch are: _( ) "menu" (push once to take you to menu mode) _ (<<) "previous track" (push once), "fast rewind" (press and hold) _ (>>) "next track" (push once), "fast forward" (push and hold) _ (>) "play/pause" (press once to play, once to pause) Using Your Headphones in Passive Mode For situations when you are not able to use your Bluetooth wireless mode to stream music, the JBL Reference Series 610 headphones can be connected to your audio device through the included audio cable. Make sure the volume on your audio device is turned to the minimum position, to ensure hearing safety, prior to connecting your headphones. 1. Turn the power "Off" on your headphones. 2. Plug the mini USB connector on your audio cable into the headphone charging port. 3. Plug the 3.5mm mini stereo jack end into the audio device's mating port. 4. The control features buttons will not be functional when the headphone system is used with the audio cable. Menu Mode Menu mode brings up a second tier of iPod navigation features, which let you roam through your iPod menus. 1. Push menu button ( ) once to take you to the menu mode. 2. To scroll "up" (<<) or "down" (>>) the menu, hold down the proper feature button until you reach your selection. 3. To make a selection from the menu list, push and hold the menu button ( ). 4. In the menu mode, pressing and holding play/pause ">" allows you to turn your iPod on or off remotely from your headphones. Menu Mode Features 4 troubleshooting your jbl reference series 610 Symptom when used with Bluetooth transceiver Possible Problem Solution Note Symptom when used with Bluetooth transceiver Headphone controls have intermittent operation. Possible Problem Bluetooth transceiver is not connected properly. May be moving out of Bluetooth range. Solution Make sure transceiver is connected properly. Move closer to iPod. Bluetooth does not have good transmission through metal or water. If blue LED on headphones continues to blink rapidly after headphone system has paired, it is indicating a low battery. A monotone will also be sounded every 5 seconds for low battery alert. Note Sound Quality No sound from headphones. Headphone system is not powered "On". Press down power button. Blue LED should go from solid to three consecutive, fast blinks, indicating that it's ready to be "discovered" by transceiver or other audio source. If blue LED on headphones continues to blink rapidly after headphone system has paired, it is indicating a low battery. A monotone will also be sounded every 5 seconds for low battery alert. Blue LED on transceiver should start blinking. Rechargeable headphone battery is low. Charge headphones by following the battery charging directions in this User Guide. Headphone battery is low. Charge headphones by following the battery charging directions in this User Guide. Bluetooth transceiver is not receiving power. iPod battery is low. Make sure iPod power is on and the transceiver connector is engaged correctly. Charge your iPod in accordance with the battery charging directions given in your iPod user's guide. 1. Press the play/pause button and the headphone system will re-pair itself with the transceiver. 2. Move back to within Bluetooth connection ra ...