Sony MDR-ZX220BT User Manual

Help Guide
Wireless Stereo Headset
MDR-ZX220BT
Use this manual if you encounter any problems, or have any questions.
Getting started
BLUETOOTH connection
What you can do with the BLUETOOTH function
How to make a wireless connection to BLUETOOTH devices
Supplied accessories
Checking the package contents
About the supplied manuals
Features
What you can do with the headset
Parts and controls

Sony MDR-ZX220BT Specifications

General

Battery recharge time	2.5 h
Continuous audio playback time	8 h
Impedance	24 Ω
Driver type	Dynamic
Driver unit	30 mm
Magnet type	Neodymium
Ear coupling	Circumaural
Headphone frequency	20 - 20000 Hz
Quantity	1
Headset type	Binaural
Product type	Headset
Product color	Gray
Wearing style	Head-band
Recommended usage	Calls/Music
Connectivity technology	Wireless
Microphone type	Built-in

Weight and Dimensions

Weight	130 g

Summary

Getting started

BLUETOOTH connection

Establishes a wireless connection using BLUETOOTH technology.

Supplied accessories

Lists all items included in the package.

Parts and controls

Identifies and explains the physical components of the headset.

Charging the headset

System requirements for battery charge using USB

Details necessary operating systems and USB port requirements for charging.

Available operating time

Provides information on battery life for various modes of use.

Checking the remaining battery charge

Explains methods to monitor the headset's battery level.

Making connections

One-touch connection (NFC) compatible Android devices

Guides on connecting Android devices using NFC for quick pairing.

Computers

Procedures for establishing connections with various computer operating systems.

Listening to music

Listening to music via a BLUETOOTH connection

Details on how to play music wirelessly using BLUETOOTH.

Supported codecs

Explains audio codecs like SBC and AAC supported by the headset.

Making phone calls

Receiving a call

How to answer and manage incoming calls using the headset.

Making a call

Steps to initiate calls hands-free with the headset.

Troubleshooting

What can I do to solve a problem?

General guide to resolving common issues with the headset.

Power

Troubleshooting steps for issues related to powering the headset on or off.

Charging

Solutions for problems encountered during the charging process.

Sound

Addresses issues related to audio playback, quality, and volume.

Resetting or initializing the headset

Resetting the headset

Procedure to reset the headset to its default settings without deleting pairing info.

Initializing the headset to restore factory settings

Steps to perform a factory reset, deleting all settings and pairing information.

What you can do with the BLUETOOTH function

Listening to music

Enjoying music wirelessly using the BLUETOOTH function.

Talking on the phone

Using the headset for hands-free phone calls.

How to make a wireless connection to BLUETOOTH devices

Device registration (pairing)

The process of registering a device for the first time via BLUETOOTH.

Checking the package contents

What you can do with the headset

Location and function of parts

About the indicator

System requirements for battery charge using USB

Charging the headset

Available operating time

Checking the remaining battery charge

When the battery is almost empty

Indicates what happens when the battery is critically low.

When you are using an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

How battery status is displayed on compatible Apple devices.

About voice guidance

One-touch connection (NFC) with a smartphone (Android 4.1 or later)

One-touch connection (NFC) with a smartphone (Android 2.3.3 or later, and less than Android 4.1)

Disconnecting the smartphone by one touch (NFC)

Switching the device by one touch (NFC)

Pairing and connecting with an Android smartphone

Connecting to a paired Android smartphone

Pairing and connecting with an iPhone

Connecting to a paired iPhone

Pairing and connecting with a computer (Windows 10)

Pairing and connecting with a computer (Windows 8/Windows 8.1)

Pairing and connecting with a computer (Windows 7)

Pairing and connecting with a computer (Windows Vista)

Pairing and connecting with other BLUETOOTH devices

Connecting to a paired BLUETOOTH device

Connecting the headset to both a music player and a smartphone or mobile phone

Connecting the headset to 2 Android smartphones

Connecting the headset to an Android smartphone and an iPhone

Listening to music from a device connected via BLUETOOTH

Controlling the audio device (BLUETOOTH connection)

Disconnecting BLUETOOTH connection (after use)

Receiving a call

Making a call

Functions for a phone call

Precautions

What can I do to solve a problem?

The headset is not turned on.

Charging cannot be done.

Charging time is too long.

The headset cannot be recognized by a computer.

The remaining battery charge of the headset is not displayed on the screen of an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.

No sound

Low sound level

Low sound quality

Sound skips frequently during playback.

Pairing cannot be done.

Unable to connect the headset to a BLUETOOTH device with one-touch connection (NFC)

Unable to make a BLUETOOTH connection

Distorted sound

The BLUETOOTH wireless communication range is short, or the sound skips.

The headset does not operate properly.

No voice from callers

Low voice from callers

Resetting the headset

Initializing the headset to restore factory settings