Sony LinkBuds S Wireless Noise Canceling Stereo Headset

Safety Precautions

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. Be careful in the following cases:

• When using the unit near a sink or liquid container: Be careful that the unit does not fall into a sink or container filled with water.
• When using the unit in the rain or snow, or in humid locations.

For details on the effects of contact with the human body from connected mobile phones or other wireless devices, refer to their instruction manuals.

If earbud tips are not securely attached, they may fall off and remain inside the ear. Ensure earbud tips are securely attached before use.

Never insert the USB plug when the unit or charging cable is wet. Doing so may cause a short circuit due to liquid or foreign matter, leading to abnormal heat generation or malfunction.

This product (including accessories) contains magnets that may interfere with pacemakers, programmable shunt valves, or other medical devices. Do not place this product close to persons using such medical devices. Consult your doctor before use 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. Keep this product away from children to prevent accidental ingestion.

There is a danger that the unit or its small parts may be swallowed. After use, store the unit in the charging case and keep it out of reach of small children.

Static Electricity

If you use the unit in dry air, you may experience discomfort due to static electricity. This is not a malfunction. Wearing clothes made of natural materials that do not easily generate static electricity can reduce this effect.

General Precautions

This product will generate heat when charging. Always charge in a well-ventilated area. Do not charge under pillows, blankets, or on flammable surfaces.

Keep this product away from heat sources, direct sunlight, combustible gas, humidity, water, or other liquids.

Do not disassemble, open, microwave, incinerate, paint, or insert foreign objects into this product.

Do not subject this product to mechanical shock such as crushing, bending, puncturing, or shredding. Avoid dropping or placing heavy objects on this product.

Do not short-circuit this product or store it in a receptacle where it may be short-circuited by other metallic or conductive objects.

Do not operate this product if it has been wet or otherwise damaged, to prevent electric shock, explosion, and/or injury. Contact the dealer or authorized agent for assistance.

Children's use of this product should be supervised.

Please read the operating instructions (including charging instructions and information on minimum and maximum operating temperatures) supplied with this product.

Low power radio-frequency devices shall not influence aircraft security nor interfere with legal communications. If interference is found, cease operation immediately until no interference is achieved.

Do not install the product in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.

Do not expose batteries to excessive heat, such as sunshine or fire, for a long time.

Do not subject batteries to extreme low temperatures that may result in overheating and thermal runaway.

Do not dismantle, open, or shred secondary cells or batteries.

In the event of a cell leaking, do not allow the liquid to come into 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. Always refer to the manufacturer’s instructions or product manual for proper charging instructions.

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.

Battery Warning

WARNING: Do not ingest the battery, Chemical Burn Hazard. This product contains a coin/button cell battery. If swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in just 2 hours and can lead to death. Keep new and used batteries away from children. If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from children. If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate medical attention.

This unit has been tested and found to comply with EMC regulation limits using a connection cable shorter than 3 m.

Do not use, store, or leave in places subject to high humidity, dust, smoke, or steam, or high temperatures (e.g., near a fire, in direct sunlight like in a car).

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.

Water Resistance of the Unit

The charging case is not water resistant.

Unless the unit is used correctly, water may get into the unit and cause fire, electrocution, or malfunctions.

Note the following cautions carefully and use the unit correctly.

To maintain water resistant performance

Carefully note the precautions below to ensure proper use of the unit:

• 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. To prevent malfunction, make sure to 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. Doing so may deform or damage the unit, resulting in deterioration of water resistance performance.

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 the following locations to prevent accidents:

• In hospitals
• Near priority seating in trains
• Locations where flammable gas is present
• Near automatic doors
• Near fire alarms

On Charging the Unit

Be sure to use the supplied USB Type-C cable.

Notes on Wearing the Unit

After use, remove the headphones slowly.

Because the earbud tips achieve a tight seal in the ears, forcibly pressing them in or quickly pulling them out can result in eardrum damage.

When wearing the earbud tips, the speaker diaphragm may produce a click sound. This is not a malfunction.

Other Notes

If you experience discomfort while using the unit, stop using it immediately.

If you have any questions or problems concerning this unit that are not covered in this manual, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Location of the serial number label

The serial number label is located on the bottom of the charging case.

Specifications

Headset

Included items

• Wireless Noise Canceling Stereo Headset (1)
• USB Type-C® cable (USB-A to USB-C®) (approx. 20 cm) (1)
• Hybrid silicone rubber earbud tips (SS (2), S (2), M (2), LL (2))
• Charging case (1)

Communication specification

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.

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 February 2022)

Trademarks

• Apple, iPhone, iPod and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
• The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Group Corporation and its subsidiaries is under license.
• USB Type-C® and USB-C® are registered trademarks of USB Implementers Forum.
• All other trademarks and registered trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. In this manual, ™ and ® marks are not specified.

Licenses

• Use of the Made for Apple badge means that an accessory has been designed to connect specifically to the Apple product(s) identified in the badge, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• This product contains software that Sony uses under a licensing agreement with the owner of its copyright. Sony is obligated to announce the contents of the agreement to customers under requirement by the owner of copyright for the software. Please access the following URL and read the contents of the license: https://rd1.sony.net/help/mdr/sl/22/
• Services offered by third parties may be changed, suspended, or terminated without prior notice. Sony does not bear any responsibility in these sorts of situations.