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Around-ear headphones
Model: SEBT4
Instruction manual
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“Product overview”
“Getting started”
“Using the headphones”
“FAQ/If a problem occurs ...”
“Specifications”
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Important safety instructions
WARNING
If abused or misused, the rechargeable batteries may leak.
In extreme cases, they may even present a risk of:
• heat generation,
• fire development,
• explosion,
• smoke or gas development.
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Important safety instructions
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Important safety instructions
Intended use/Liability
These headphones have been designed as an accessory for Blue-
tooth compliant devices. They are intended for wireless audio com-
munication such as music playback and phone calls via Bluetooth
wireless technology.
It is considered improper use when the product is used for any appli-
cation not named in the corresponding product documentation.
Sennheiser does not accept liability for damage arising from misuse
or improper use of this product and its attachments/accessories.
Sennheiser is not liable for damages to USB devices that are not con-
sistent with the USB specifications.
Sennheiser is not liable for damages resulting from the loss of con-
nection due to flat or overaged rechargeable batteries or exceeding
the Bluetooth transmission range.
Before putting into operation, please observe the respective coun-
try-specific regulations.
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Package contents
Package contents
Carry case
Quick guide
Safety guide
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Product overview
Product overview
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Left L
B
Right R
A
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8 4
7 5
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Headband
LED
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Product overview
Ear pads
During operation
flashes red/
are in Bluetooth pairing mode
blue
are not connected to a device via
3x flashes red 3x Bluetooth or the connection has been
lost
flashes purple
3x ANC is activated/deactivated
3x
LED Meaning
flashes blue Incoming call
Incoming call and the rechargeable
flashes red battery of the headphones is almost
empty
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Product overview
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Getting started
Getting started
1. Charging the rechargeable battery
The headphones' rechargeable battery is not fully charged upon
delivery. Before using the headphones for the first time, charge the
rechargeable battery for a complete charging cycle without interrup-
tion (> 11).
USB-C USB-A
Hold
4s
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Getting started
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Using the headphones
Right R
2 HRS
LED Off
USB-C
USB-A *
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Using the headphones
LED Meaning
lights up red Rechargeable battery is being charged
When you switch on the headphones for the first time, they
automatically switch to pairing mode.
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Using the headphones
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Using the headphones
1 OFF
2
OFF
Right R
Hold
“Pairing“
20 cm
4s
3 4
ON
Menu Menu
Bluetooth on Add Device
Bluetooth off
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“Connected“
Keyword: 0000
If you switch on the headphones for the first time (the pairing
list is empty), they automatically switch to pairing mode.
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Using the headphones
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Using the headphones
1 2 ON
“Power on“
Hold
“Connected“
2s
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Using the headphones
1 2
“Power off“
Hold
2s
Left L Right R
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Using the headphones
ON
“Recharge
headset“
“More than xx
hours playtime“
1x
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Using the headphones
You can adjust the playback volume for music and for phone calls.
▷ If you are playing music or are on a call: Press the rear part or the
front part of the volume button to increase or reduce the volume
for music and phone calls.
When the maximum or minimum volume is reached, you hear a beep.
You can also adjust the volume using the connected Bluetooth
device.
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Using the headphones
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Using the headphones
ANC ON LED
Active Noise ON
Cancellation 3x
ON
1x Active Noise
Cancellation ON
OFF ON
1x Active Noise
Cancellation OFF OFF
OFF ON
Right R
Playing/pausing music
▷ Press the center of the 3-way multi-function button 1x.
3-way multi-function
Function
button
Press 1x Plays or pauses music
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Using the headphones
3-way multi-function
Function
button
Slide Plays the next track in the playlist
backwards
3-way multi-function
Function
button
Slide Plays the previous track in the playlist
forwards
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Using the headphones
Making a call
▷ Dial the desired number on your smartphone.
If your smartphone does not automatically transfer the call to the
headphones, select “HD 450SE” as the output device on your
smartphone (see the instruction manual of your smartphone if
necessary).
Accepting/rejecting/ending a call
If your headphones are connected to a smartphone and you receive
a call, you hear a ring tone in the headphones.
If you are playing music when you receive a call, the music pauses
until you end the call.
Right R
Redialing
Press 2x Voice prompt “Redial”
(only when music playback is NOT
active)
Hold for 2
sec Continues the active call and rejects
an incoming call
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Using the headphones
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Using the headphones
Right R
1x
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Using the headphones
1 2 3
4 5
Add Device
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Using the headphones
OFF ON
Right R
2.5 mm
3.5 mm
Audio cable
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Using the headphones
1 2
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Care and maintenance
▷ Clean the parts of the product only with a soft, dry cloth.
Right R
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Care and maintenance
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FAQ/If a problem occurs ...
1 2
Hold
5s
USB-C
USB-A
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FAQ/If a problem occurs ...
1. Switch off the headphones (press and hold the on/off button for
2 seconds) and then start pairing mode (press and hold the on/off
button for 4 seconds) (> 17 and 14).
2. Simultaneously press and hold the on/off button and the 3-way
multi-function button for 3 seconds.
The LED flashes purple 3x. The Bluetooth pairing list is deleted.
The headphones then stay in Bluetooth pairing mode.
1 ON 2
Hold
OFF ON
3s
Hold Hold
“Pairing“
2s 4s
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FAQ/If a problem occurs ...
When using the analog audio cable, the music only plays on one
side of the headphones
The jack plug of the audio cable is not properly locked in place in the
headphones' audio socket:
1. Insert the 2.5 mm jack plug of the audio cable straight into the
headphones' audio socket until you feel a resistance.
2. Turn the 2.5 mm jack plug to the right until you feel a resistance.
The jack plug is now locked in place and the audio cable is cor-
rectly connected to the headphones.
3. Insert the 3.5 mm jack plug of the audio cable into the audio
output of your smartphone.
The Bluetooth connection is deactivated.
OFF ON
Right R
2.5 mm
3.5 mm
Audio cable
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Specifications
Specifications
Model: SEBT4
Bluetooth
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Manufacturer Declarations
Manufacturer Declarations
Warranty
Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG gives a warranty of 24 months
on this product.
For the current warranty conditions, please visit our website at
www.sennheiser.com or contact your Sennheiser partner.
EU declaration of conformity
• RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU)
Hereby, Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG declares that the
radio equipment type SEBT4 is in compliance with the Radio Equip-
ment Directive (2014/53/EU).
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the fol-
lowing Internet address: www.sennheiser.com/download.
Notes on disposal
• WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU)
• Battery Directive (2006/66/EC & 2013/56/EU)
The symbol of the crossed-out wheeled bin on the product, the bat-
tery/rechargeable battery (if applicable) and/or the packaging indi-
cates that these products must not be disposed of with normal
household waste, but must be disposed of separately at the end of
their operational lifetime. For packaging disposal, please observe the
legal regulations on waste segregation applicable in your country.
Further information on the recycling of theses products can be
obtained from your municipal administration, from the municipal col-
lection points, or from your Sennheiser partner.
The separate collection of waste electrical and electronic equip-
ment, batteries/rechargeable batteries (if applicable) and packag-
ings is used to promote the reuse and recycling and to prevent neg-
ative effects caused by e.g. potentially hazardous substances
contained in these products. Herewith you make an important con-
tribution to the protection of the environment and public health.
Trademarks
Sennheiser is a trademark of Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG,
registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Apple, the Apple logo and Siri are trademarks of Apple Inc., regis-
tered in the U.S. and other countries. App Store is a service mark of
Apple Inc.
Android and Google Play are registered trademarks of Google Inc.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks
owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sennhe-
iser electronic GmbH & Co. KG is under license.
Qualcomm aptX is a product of Qualcomm Technologies Interna-
tional, Ltd. Qualcomm is a trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated,
registered in the United States and other countries, used with per-
mission.
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Manufacturer Declarations
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