Sony WF-C500 Wireless Stereo Headset
Model: YY2952
Reference Guide
Important Safety Information
Please read the following precautions carefully to ensure proper use of the unit.
General Safety
- Do not install the product in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
- High volume may adversely affect your hearing.
- Do not use the unit while walking, driving, or cycling, as this may cause traffic accidents.
- Do not use in hazardous areas unless the surrounding sound can be heard.
- If water or foreign matter enters the unit, it may result in fire or electric shock. Stop use immediately and consult your nearest Sony dealer.
- Keep this product away from children or other supervised individuals to prevent accidental ingestion of small parts or the unit itself.
Battery Precautions
- Do not expose the batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) to excessive heat, such as sunshine, fire or the like for a long time.
- Do not dismantle, open or shred secondary cells or batteries.
- Do not expose cells or batteries to heat or fire. Avoid storage in direct sunlight.
- In the event of a cell leaking, do not allow the liquid to come in contact with the skin or eyes. If contact has been made, wash the affected area with copious amounts of water and seek medical advice.
- Secondary cells and batteries need to be charged before use.
- After extended periods of storage, it may be necessary to charge and discharge the cells or batteries several times to obtain maximum performance.
- Dispose of properly.
Recycling Rechargeable Batteries
Rechargeable batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you. Visit http://www.sony.com/electronics/eco/environmental-management for more information. Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking rechargeable batteries.
Magnetic Safety
- This product (including accessories) has magnets which may interfere with pacemakers, programmable shunt valves for hydrocephalus treatment, or other medical devices. Do not place this product close to persons who use such medical devices. Consult your doctor before using this product if you use any such medical device.
- Swallowing magnets could cause serious harm, such as choking hazard or intestinal injuries. If magnets were swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.
Static Electricity
If you use the unit when the air is dry, you may experience discomfort due to static electricity. This is not a malfunction. You can reduce the effect by wearing clothes made of natural materials that do not easily generate static electricity.
Voice Guidance
The factory default setting of the voice guidance is English. Voice guidance is provided for situations such as powering on/off, low battery, pairing mode, and connection status.
Usage Precautions
Water Resistance
The charging case is not water resistant. To maintain water resistance performance:
- Do not splash water forcibly into the sound output holes.
- Do not drop the unit into water, and do not use underwater.
- Do not allow the unit to remain wet in a cold environment, as the water may freeze. Wipe off any water after use.
- Do not place the unit in water or use it in a humid place such as a bathroom.
- Do not drop the unit or expose it to mechanical shock.
Bluetooth Communications
- Microwaves emitting from a Bluetooth device may affect the operation of electronic medical devices. Turn off this unit and other Bluetooth devices in hospitals, near priority seating in trains, locations where inflammable gas is present, near automatic doors, or near fire alarms.
Charging the Unit
- Be sure to use the supplied USB Type-C cable.
- Never insert the USB plug when the unit or charging cable is wet.
Wearing the Unit
- After use, remove the headphones slowly.
- Forcibly pressing earbud tips in or quickly pulling them out can result in eardrum damage. Ensure earbud tips are securely attached before use.
- A click sound from the speaker diaphragm when wearing the earbud tips is not a malfunction.
Other Notes
- If you experience discomfort while using the unit, stop using it immediately.
- For questions not covered, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Location of the serial number label: the bottom of the charging case.
Specifications
Headset
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | YY2952 |
| Power Source | DC 3.85 V: Built-in lithium-ion rechargeable battery DC 5 V: When charged using USB |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) |
| Rated Power Consumption | 0.4 W (Headset) 1.9 W (Charging case) |
| Mass | Approx. 5.4 g × 2 (Headset) Approx. 35 g (Charging case) |
| Included Items | Wireless Stereo Headset (1) USB Type-C® cable (USB-A to USB-C®) (approx. 20 cm) (1) Hybrid silicone rubber earbud tips (SS, M, LL) (2 each) Charging case (1) |
Communication Specification
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Communication System | Bluetooth Specification version 5.0 |
| Output | Bluetooth Specification Power Class 1 |
| Frequency Band | 2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz - 2.4835 GHz) |
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
System Requirements for Battery Charge using USB
USB AC Adaptor
A commercially available USB AC adaptor capable of supplying an output current of 0.5 A (500 mA) or more. Do not use a USB adaptor that exceeds the maximum output of 13 W (5 V, 2.6 A).
Compatible iPhone/iPod Models
iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone SE (2nd generation), iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XS, iPhone XR, iPhone X, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 7, iPhone SE, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6, iPhone 5s, iPod touch (7th generation), iPod touch (6th generation) (As of July 2021)
Trademarks and Licensing
- Apple, iPhone, iPod and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc.
- Google and Android are trademarks of Google LLC.
- The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
- USB Type-C® and USB-C® are registered trademarks of USB Implementers Forum.
- Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
This product contains software used under a licensing agreement. Please visit https://rd1.sony.net/help/mdr/sl/21/ to read the license contents.
Disclaimer
Services offered by third parties may be changed, suspended, or terminated without prior notice. Sony does not bear any responsibility in these situations.
Regulatory Information
For United States Customers: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to 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. This unit has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device. It generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If it causes harmful interference to radio or television reception, users are encouraged to try to correct the interference by reorienting or relocating the receiving antenna, increasing separation, connecting to a different circuit, or consulting a dealer/technician. This unit must not be co-located or operated with any other antenna or transmitter. The unit complies with FCC radiation exposure limits for an uncontrolled environment and meets FCC RF Exposure Guidelines.
For customers in Canada: This unit contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to two conditions: (1) This unit may not cause interference; and (2) This unit must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The unit has been tested and found to comply with ISED radiation exposure limits for an uncontrolled environment and meets RSS-102 of the ISED radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules.
FCC ID: AK8YY2952
IC: 409B-YY2952
