Brookstone Wireless Cat Ear Headphones

Safety and Warnings

CAUTION:

• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. THERE ARE NO SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

The lightning flash with arrow-head symbol ⚡️ within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the unit's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle ❗️ is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the unit.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

All the safety and operating instructions should be read, heeded, adhered to and followed before the unit is operated.

Safety and Handling Information

For maximum product life, do not drop, throw or crush the headphones. Do not expose them to humidity, dust, or operating temperatures outside 32°F to 113°F (0°C to 45°C).

DANGER

To reduce the risk of electric shock, burns, fire or injury:

1. Do not use while bathing or in a shower.
2. Do not place or store unit where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.
3. Do not place in, drop or submerge in water or other liquid.
4. Do not reach for a unit that has fallen into water. Unplug it immediately.
5. Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled onto the unit.

LITHIUM-ION BATTERY WARNINGS

This device contains a non-removable Lithium-Ion battery. The battery must be recycled or disposed of properly. Contact your local waste management office for information on battery recycling or disposal. [Recycling Symbol ♻️]

WARNING

1. Close supervision is necessary when this appliance/product is used by or near children or mentally disabled individuals.
2. Use this unit only for its intended use as described in this manual.
3. Unplug this unit during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
4. Never drop or insert an object into any opening.
5. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plug outlets, convenience receptacles and the point where it exits the unit.
6. Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces. Wrap cord loosely around the unit when storing.
7. The unit should be situated away from direct sunlight or heat sources such as radiators, electric heaters, heat registers, stoves, or other units (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Avoid placing on top of stereo equipment that radiates heat.
8. Do not overload the electrical outlet. Use only the power source as indicated.
9. Do not carry this unit by its cord or use the cord as a handle.
10. Never operate this unit if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. If the unit's power supply cord or plug is damaged, do not attempt to fix it yourself.
11. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble or attempt to repair the unit. Incorrect repair can cause risk of electric shock or injury to persons when the unit is used.
12. Do not operate in the presence of explosive and/or flammable fumes.
13. Never remove the plug from the outlet by pulling the power cord.

FCC Information

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a 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 distance between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to 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.

This equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This equipment may not cause harmful interference.
2. This equipment must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Modifications not authorized by the manufacturer may void the user's authority to operate this device.

Location of Parts and Controls

The headphones feature two ear cups, each with a speaker and integrated light. The left ear cup is labeled 'Left Ear Cup', and the right ear cup is labeled 'Right Ear Cup'.

Included accessories:

• A 3.5mm to 3.5mm headphone cord with an inline microphone.
• A Micro USB charging cable.

Inline controls on the headphone cord:

• Play/Pause/Track Forward/Track Back Button.

Controls on the bottom of the Right Ear Cup:

• Button 8: Light On/Off/Choose Color Button
• Button 9: Light Mode Button
• Button 10: Speakers On/Off Button
• Input 11: Headphone Cord Input
• Button 12: Volume + Button
• Button 13: Play/Pause/Track Forward/Track Back Button

Controls on the top of the Right Ear Cup:

• Button 14: Volume - Button
• Indicator 15: Pairing/Charging LED Indicator
• Input 16: Micro USB Input
• Button 17: Bluetooth® Button

Charging the Cat Ear Headphones

1. Use the included Micro USB Charging Cable to charge the headphones with a USB adapter (5V, 1A or above, not included). Full charge takes approximately 3 hours.
2. The Charging LED Indicator is red while charging and turns off when fully charged.
3. When the battery is low, the Charging LED Indicator flashes red (when not in Bluetooth® mode) or flashes red and blue (when in Bluetooth® mode).

Pairing Your Device

1. Ensure your device is within 33 feet (10 meters) of the headphones. Refer to your device's manual for details.
2. Press and hold the Bluetooth® Button until the Pairing LED Indicator illuminates and four tones sound to enable Bluetooth® mode.
3. The Pairing LED Indicator will be solid blue for 5 seconds while searching for paired devices. If no connection is made, it enters pairing mode, indicated by a flashing blue light and two tones.
4. Select "Cat Headphones" on your device. Use "0000" as the PIN if prompted. The Pairing LED Indicator will turn solid blue and emit one tone upon successful pairing.

Notes:

• After initial pairing, headphones should automatically connect to your device when Bluetooth® is active.
• To cancel pairing mode, press the Bluetooth® Button to turn off Bluetooth® or wait 5 minutes for automatic cancellation. The Pairing LED Indicator will turn off.
• If ear cup and speaker lights are on, they turn off when pairing mode is cancelled. Press the Lights On/Off/Choose Color Button to reactivate them.

Listening to Audio

1. Turn on Bluetooth® mode by pressing and holding the Bluetooth® Button until the Pairing LED Indicator illuminates.
2. Press the Volume + Button to increase volume.
3. Press the Volume - Button to decrease volume.
4. Press the Play/Pause/Track Forward/Track Back Button once to play or pause audio.
5. Press the button twice quickly to skip to the next track.
6. Press the button three times quickly to go to the previous track.

Note: Bluetooth® mode automatically turns off after 20 minutes of inactivity.

Changing Audio Output

1. Press the Speakers On/Off Button to switch audio from headphones to the Cat Ear speakers.
2. Press again to switch audio back to the headphones, leaving the Cat Ear speakers on.
3. Press a third time to turn off the Cat Ear speakers, keeping audio in the headphones.

Incoming Calls

1. To answer an incoming call, press the Play/Pause/Track Forward/Track Back Button once.
2. To ignore an incoming call, press and hold the Play/Pause/Track Forward/Track Back Button until a tone sounds, then release.
3. To end an active call, press the Play/Pause/Track Forward/Track Back Button once.

Selecting Light Colors

1. Press the Lights On/Off/Choose Color Button to turn on ear cup and speaker lights. Default color is Light Blue.
2. Press to cycle through Green, Purple, Orange, Ice, Hot Pink, Lavender, Pink, and back to Light Blue.
3. Press and hold the Lights On/Off/Choose Color Button to turn off all lights.

Selecting Light Modes

1. Press the Light Mode Button for Breathing mode (slow flashing).
2. Press for Transition mode (color changes every 5 seconds).
3. Press for Beat mode (lights pulse to audio).
4. Press for Strobe mode (fast flashing).
5. Press for Solid mode (constant color).

Note: Beat mode defaults to Solid mode if no beat is detected (low volume or insufficient bass).

Using the Headphone Cord

Connect your device using the included 3.5mm to 3.5mm headphone cord.

• Plug the end with two rings into the Headphone Cord Input on the headphones.
• Plug the end with three rings into your audio device.

Use your device to control volume.

Inline cord controls:

• Play/Pause/Track Forward/Track Back Button: Press once to play/pause. Press twice quickly for next track. Press three times quickly for previous track.
• Answer/Ignore/End Call: Press once to answer/end. Press and hold to ignore.

Notes:

• The headphone cord input takes priority over Bluetooth® connection.
• Cat Ear Speakers turn off automatically after 20 minutes of no audio streaming.

Compatibility

Bluetooth 2.1 or above devices with A2DP and AVRCP profiles.

Care and Maintenance

Unplug and spot clean with a soft, dry cloth.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why won't audio play?

• Ensure your device is within 33 feet of the headphones and reconnect.
• Check volume levels on both your device and headphones.
• Charge the headphones (required even for Aux connection).

Why isn't the audio clear?

• Ensure your device is within 33 feet of the headphones.
• Reconnect your device to the headphones.
• Check volume levels on both your device and headphones.
• Adjust your device's equalizer settings.
• Charge the headphones (required even for Aux connection).

How do I pair a new device?

The headphones remember the last paired device. To pair a new device, manually initiate pairing. Refer to the "Pairing Your Device" section on page 9.

You may need to disable Bluetooth® on the previously paired device to prevent automatic reconnection.

Why won't the lights stay on?

Charge the headphones. A depleted battery may require a few minutes of charging before lights can be activated.

Ear cup and speaker lights turn off if pairing mode is cancelled automatically. Press the Lights On/Off/Choose Color Button to turn them back on.

Why can't I play/pause, change tracks or answer calls with the button on the headphone cord?

Ensure the headphone cord's end with two rings is plugged into the Headphone Cord Input on the headphones.

Ensure the headphone cord's end with three rings is plugged into your audio device.

The cord has two distinct ends: one with two rings for the headphones, and one with three rings for the audio device.

Specifications

The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth® SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Brookstone are under license.

Brookstone 2016

One (1) Year Limited Warranty

Brookstone® warrants this product against defects in materials and/or workmanship under normal use for a period of ONE (1) YEAR from the date of purchase by the original purchaser ("Warranty Period"). If a defect arises and a valid claim is received within the Warranty Period, at its option, Brookstone will either 1) repair the defect at no charge, using new or refurbished replacement parts, or 2) replace the product with a new product that is at least functionally equivalent to the original product, or 3) provide a store credit in the amount of the purchase price of the original product. A replacement product or part, including a user-installable part installed in accordance with instructions provided by Brookstone, assumes the remaining warranty of the original product. When a product or part is exchanged, any replacement item becomes your property and the replaced item becomes Brookstone's property. When a store credit is given, the original product must be returned to Brookstone and becomes Brookstone's property.

Obtaining Service

To obtain warranty service, call Brookstone Limited Warranty Service at 1-800-292-9819. Please be prepared to describe the product that needs service and the nature of the problem. A purchase receipt is required. All repairs and replacements must be authorized in advance. Service options, parts availability and response times will vary. You are responsible for delivery and the cost of delivery of the product or any parts to the authorized service center for replacement, per our instructions.

Limits and Exclusions

Coverage under this Limited Warranty is limited to the United States of America, including the District of Columbia and the U.S. Territories of Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. This Limited Warranty applies only to products manufactured for Brookstone that can be identified by the "Brookstone" trademark, trade name, or logo affixed to them or their packaging. The Limited Warranty does not apply to any non-Brookstone products. Manufacturers or suppliers other than Brookstone may provide their own warranties to the purchaser, but Brookstone, in so far as permitted by law, provides these products "as is."

This warranty does not apply to:

• a) damage caused by failure to follow instructions relating to product's use or the installation of components;
• b) damage caused by accident, abuse, misuse, fire, floods, earthquake or other external causes;
• c) damage caused by service performed by anyone who is not a representative of Brookstone;
• d) accessories used in conjunction with a covered product;
• e) a product or part that has been modified to alter functionality or capability;
• f) items intended to be periodically replaced by the purchaser during the normal life of the product including, without limitation, batteries or light bulbs;
• g) any product sold "as is" including, without limitation, floor demonstration models and refurbished items; or
• h) a product that is used commercially or for a commercial purpose.

BROOKSTONE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, BROOKSTONE DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL STATUTORY OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND WARRANTIES AGAINST HIDDEN OR LATENT DEFECTS. IF BROOKSTONE CANNOT LAWFULLY DISCLAIM STATUTORY OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, THEN TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ALL SUCH WARRANTIES SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY.

Some states disallow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.

Contact Information

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Brookstone

Merrimack, New Hampshire, USA 03054

Phone: 800-846-3000

Website: Brookstone.com

Product Identifier: 320538