Velodyne Acoustics VF1 Bluetooth headset; 80-VFREEB(00353), 80-VFREES(00354) and 80-VFREEW(00355) User Manual

Velodyne Acoustics, Inc. Bluetooth headset; 80-VFREEB(00353), 80-VFREES(00354) and 80-VFREEW(00355)

User Manual

user guide and warranty
ContentsWarnings, safety & care ................1At a glance & specifications ..........3Controls .........................................4Charging & pairing ........................5Button functions .............................6LED indicators ...............................7Warranty ........................................8
1Important Safety Instructions1. Read these instructions.2. Keep these instructions.3. Heed all warnings.4. Follow all instructions.5. Do not use this apparatus near water.6. Clean only with a dry cloth.7. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.8. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.9. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.10. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.Warnings, safety & care• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose vFree headphones to rain or moisture, and do not open or attempt to open vFree headphones.• Keep out of reach of children. Small parts may be a choking hazard. This product is not intended for use by children under the age of three.• Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.• Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of battery disposal.• The integrated battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire, or the like.• Consult your physician or audiologist if you have problems hearing, excessive wax build-up or any discomfort after use of vFree headphones.• 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 vFree headphones. This effect can be minimized by wearing clothes made from natural fibers.• vFree headphones are assembled in a facility where they could come in contact with chemicals covered by Proposition 65.• If any dust or ear wax is inside the ear cup, you may experience a degradation of sound quality.• Remove vFree headphones if they cause any discomfort.• Do not submerge or expose vFree headphones to water.• Store your vFree headphones in the pouch when not in use.CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
2Sound Noise Level (dB) EffectNormal breathing 10 Just audibleWhisper 30 Very quietNormal conversation 60-65 Comfortable hearing levels are under 60 dBVacuum cleaner, hair dryer 70 Intrusive; interferes with telephone conversationAverage city traffic 80 Annoying; interferes with conversation; constant exposure may cause damageLawnmower, food blender 85-90 85 dB is the level at which hearing damage (8 hrs) beginsGarbage truck, cement mixer 100 No more than 15 minutes of unprotected exposure recommended for sounds between 90-100 dBStereos (over 100 watts), thunderclap (near)110-125 Regular exposure to sound over 100 dB of more than one minute risks permanent hearing lossJet engines (near) 140 Threshold of pain begins around 125 dBhttp://www.nidcd.nih.gov/health/education/teachers/pages/common_sounds.aspxPlease listen safelyListening with vFree headphones at high volumes may affect your hearing, including causing permanent damage. Ringing in your ears or other discomfort can indicate that the volume is too high.Hearing health is critical to enjoyment and the quality of life. Protect your hearing by listening with your vFree headphones in a responsible manner that protects your long term hearing health. Velodyne Acoustics, Inc. is not responsible for hearing loss or damage resulting from the use of this product.
3At a glanceHeadrestEar cupPlayPreviousPowerHingesSpecificationsDriver size: 34 mmFrequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHzFrequency range: 2.4GHz - 2.4835GHzSensitivity: 98dB/1 kHz/1 mWImpedance: 32 ohmPower supply: lithium-ion polymer battery, 3.7V/430mAh (rechargeable)Operating temperature: 0°C - 40°CSupports Bluetooth v2.1 + EDR, A2DP v1.2, AVRCP v1.0, HSP v1.2, HFP v1.6Support codecs: SBC, AAC, apt-X*Design and specifications are subject to change without noticeNext
4Playback, volume, & phone controlsImportant: Playback, volume, and phone control functionality varies by media device. For functionality information for your device, visit our website at www.velodyne.com.Volume +Volume -NextPower | pairPreviousPlay | pause | answer | end call
5Charging headphonesCharging the vFree before using for the first time is recommended to maximize battery life. Low battery is indicated by the LED status indicator flashing red approximately every 10 seconds.To begin charging, connect the USB cable (micro USB end) to the port at the bottom of the left ear cup. Connect the other end of the USB cable to any available USB port. Your vFree headphones will begin charging, as represented by the red LED status indicator. Once charging is complete, the LED status indicator will display green.Pairing headphones1. Make sure vFree and pairing device is within 1 meter when pairing2. Enable Bluetooth function on pairing unit3. Put the vFree into pairing mode by pressing the power button4. Search for Bluetooth devices on pairing unit5. Press and hold the power button on the vFree6. Select Velodyne vFree from the pairing unit7. After successful pairing, the LED indicator will flash blue every 5 secondsBy-pass cableWhen the by-pass cable is plugged in, the speaker is connected to the cable directly and the audio can only pass through from the cable to the speaker. Bluetooth will be automatically turned off.Charge time About 1.5 hoursTalk time Up to 10 hoursMusic playback time Up to 10 hoursStandby time Up to 100 hoursTransmission range Up to 10m (33 feet)
6Button FunctionPower | pair Long press (3 seconds) - power onLong press while off (5 seconds)- pairingPress and hold > 3 seconds - power offPlay | pause | call Short press - play/pauseShort press (while calling) - answer/end callVolume up (+) Increase volume (maximum level indicated by beep)Volume down (-) Decrease volumeNext Press once to go to next trackPress and hold to fast forwardPrevious Press once to go to previous trackPress and hold to rewindButton functionsReset functionsPaired device list reset In off mode press and hold the power and volume down (-) key. The LED indicator will flash fast alternating red and blue.Hardware reset (use if the headset malfunctions and is unresponsive)While charging the headset press both the power and volume up (+) keys.
7Power onPower offClear | resetBluetooth pairing modeIncoming call | outgoing callActive call | standbyLow batteryLED indicationsStandby | AACStandby | apt-XStandby (Bluetooth off)LED Activity FunctionFast flashing (blue) x 5 Power onFast flashing (red) x 5 Power offFast flashing (red/blue) PairingFlashing (red) every 10 seconds Low batteryFlashing (blue) x 2 every 5 seconds PairedFlashing (red) x 2 every 5 seconds Standby (Bluetooth off)Alternating (red/blue) flashing x 3 Clear setting | resetFlashing (blue) x 2 A2DP active with SBC codecFlashing (blue) x 3 A2DP active with AAC codecFlashing (blue) x 4 A2DP active with apt-X codecFast flashing (blue) Incoming | outgoing callFast flashing (blue) x 2 Active callRed Low batteryGreen Full charge
8Limited warranty - U.S. and Canada onlyVELODYNE ACOUSTICS, Inc. (“Velodyne” warrants this product for a period of one year from the date of purchase against defects in materials and workmanship subject to the following conditions:1. This warranty is void if any repairs or service covered by the terms of this warranty are made to any component of this product by anyone other than a VELODYNE factory authorized service representative.2. VELODYNE is not responsible for damage caused by ordinary wear and tear, cosmetic damage, incorrect connection, accidents, abuse, misuse, negligence, natural or personal disaster or unauthorized modification. This includes exposure to heat, cold, sun, liquids, sand and contaminants.3. This warranty is limited to products purchased from authorized VELODYNE dealers and finalized within authorized dealer locations.4. This warranty is void for products sold as-is, display models, open box, second hand, or any other times the product may have been opened or used before the purchase or acquisition of the product.5. This warranty is void if this product is damaged due to a defect in the device which it was connected, such as a battery leak or electrical fault.6. Proof of purchase is required. A proof of purchase is a receipt with the product and date of purchase listed from an authorized dealer.This warranty is non-transferable under any condition. This warranty is separate and distinct from VELODYNE’s subwoofer warranty.Warranty outside the U.S. and CanadaThe warranty of this product, if it is sold to a consumer outside of the United States or Canada, shall comply with applicable law and shall be the sole responsibility of the distributor that supplied this product. To obtain any applicable warranty service, please contact the dealer from which you purchased this product or the distributor that supplied this product.To obtain serviceInformation regarding service may be obtained from the dealer from whom you purchased the unit, or by contacting VELODYNE customer service. Warranty service must be performed by a VELODYNE factory authorized service representative within the warranty period set forth above. If VELODYNE determines that the unit is defective, VELODYNE will at VELODYNE’s option, repair or replace the product at no charge if the product is forwarded prepaid to a factory authorized service representative. Products forwarded to the factory authorized service representative should be shipped securely and properly packaged, insured and postage prepaid.Customer service contact information:Toll free number: 866-243-0789Technical support: 408-465-2851Email: service@velodyne.com
9Product recyclingProducing vFree headphones required the extraction and use of natural resources, and they may contain hazardous substances. Do not dispose of vFree headphones with your other household waste. Instead, take them to a designated collection point for the recycling of electronic equipment. The separate collection and recycling of your electronic waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a matter that protects human health and the environment. For information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, contact your local city government or your household waste disposal service.FCC RegulationsThis device complies with Part 15 of 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. Changes or modification not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for 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.Europe - EU Declaration of ConformityThe equipment complies according to the Radio Equipment and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999/5/EC.This equipment meets the following conformance standards:Safety EN 60065/A 12:2011Health EN 62479:2010EMC EN 301 489-1 V1.9.2EN 301 489-17 V2.1.1EN 55013:2001+A1:2003+A2:2006EN 55020:2007+A11:2011Radio EN 300 328 V1.7.1© 2012 Velodyne Acoustics, Inc. All rights reserved. Velodyne and Velodyne logos are trademarked by Velodyne Acoustics, Inc. vFree is a trademark of Velodyne Acoustics, Inc. Apple, iPad, iPhone, iPod Classic, iPod Nano, iPod Shuffle, iPod Touch, are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the United States and other countries. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by Velodyne Acoustics, Inc. is under license. The aptX mark and the aptX logo are trademarks of CSR plc or one of its group companies.
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