Philips TAH8000E ANC Headphones

Getting Started

Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Philips! To make the most of the support offered by Philips, register your product at www.philips.com/support. With these Philips headphones, you can:

• Enjoy convenient hands-free calls
• Enjoy music and control it remotely
• Switch between calls and music
• Use the noise-cancelling feature

What's in the Box

Your Philips TAH8000E over-ear ANC headphones include:

• Over-ear ANC headphones
• USB charging cable (for charging only)
• Audio cable
• Quick start guide
• Global warranty
• Safety leaflet

Other Devices

Mobile phones or devices that support Bluetooth function and are compatible with the headphones (see 'Technical data' on page 13). Examples include: mobile phones, tablets, Bluetooth adapters, MP3 players, etc.

Overview of the Wireless Headphones

Diagrams show the top and bottom views of the headphones with numbered components:

1. ANC (Active Noise Cancelling) / Ambient Sound mode button
2. Multifunction button (MFB)
3. Power button
4. LED indicator
5. USB-C charging port
6. 3.5 mm audio port
7. Microphone

3 Getting Started

Charging the Battery

Note: Before using the headphones, charge the battery for 2 hours to maximize its capacity and lifespan.

• To avoid damage, use only the original USB-C cable for charging.
• Finish any call before charging. The headphones will turn off when connected to a charger.
• If the headphones are not used for a long time, the rechargeable battery will lose capacity. To prevent this, fully charge the battery at least once every three months.

Connect the supplied USB charging cable:

• Connect one end to the USB-C charging port on the headphones.
• Connect the other end to a power adapter or computer's USB port.

→ The indicator light will glow white while charging and turn off when the headphones are fully charged.

Tip: Full charging usually takes about 2 hours.

Replacing the Battery

The battery can be replaced. To replace the battery, the left earcup cover needs to be removed, which requires a special tool.

Note: A special tool is required. This tool is provided free of charge when purchasing a replacement battery.

Download the App

Scan the QR code or tap 'Download' or search for 'Philips Headphones' in the Apple App Store or Google Play store.

philips.to/headapp

The Philips Headphones app allows you to control your listening experience. You can adjust the audio settings to ensure they are perfect for your music and calls.

Pairing Your Headphones with a Bluetooth Device for the First Time

1. Ensure the headphones are fully charged and turned off.
2. Press and hold the Power button for 2 seconds. The headphones will enter pairing mode and be ready to connect.
3. → The LED indicator will flash white and blue alternately.

The headphones are in pairing mode and ready to pair with a Bluetooth device (e.g., mobile phone).

3. Turn on the Bluetooth function on your Bluetooth device.
4. Pair your headphones with the Bluetooth device by following the instructions in your Bluetooth device's user manual.

Note:

• If the headphones do not find a previously connected Bluetooth device after powering on, they will enter pairing mode.
• The headphones will turn off automatically if Bluetooth is inactive for 5 minutes. The exact time may vary depending on usage conditions.

The following illustrates how to pair your headphones with a Bluetooth device:

1. On your Bluetooth device, turn on Bluetooth and select 'Philips TAH8000E'.
2. If prompted, enter the passcode '0000' (4 zeros). Devices with Bluetooth 3.0 or higher do not require a passcode.

Philips TAH8000E device pairing illustration

Pairing Your Headphones with Another Bluetooth Device

If you want to pair your headphones with another Bluetooth device, turn on the headphones, press and hold the MFB button for 5 seconds, and then find the second device as you would during normal pairing.

Note: The headphones can store up to 5 paired devices. If you try to pair more than 5 devices, the earliest paired device will be replaced by the new one.

Multipoint Connection

Pairing

• Pair the headphones with 2 devices, such as a mobile phone and a laptop.

Switching Between Devices

• You can only listen to music from one device at a time. The second device will be reserved for phone calls.
• Pause the audio from one device and start playing audio on the other device.

Note:

• If you are listening to audio from device 1 and receive a call from device 2, device 2 will automatically pause device 1. The incoming call will be automatically directed to the headphones.
• When the call ends, music will automatically resume from device 1.

Connecting Your Headphones via 3.5 mm Audio Cable

You can connect your headphones via a 3.5 mm audio cable when the battery is depleted or if your device does not have Bluetooth.

Headphones connected via 3.5mm audio cable

4 Using the Headphones

Connecting Your Headphones via Bluetooth

1. Turn on the Bluetooth function on your Bluetooth device.
2. Press and hold the Power button to turn on the headphones.
3. → The white LED indicator will light up within 2 seconds.
4. → The headphones will automatically connect to the last connected mobile phone/Bluetooth device.

Tip: If you turn on the Bluetooth function on your device after turning on the headphones, you may need to manually connect the headphones from the Bluetooth menu on your device.

Note: Some Bluetooth devices may not connect automatically. In this case, go to the Bluetooth menu on your device and manually connect the headphones.

Powering On/Off

Controlling ANC (Active Noise Cancelling)

Activating ANC

You can switch between ANC modes by pressing the ☆ button on the right earcup once.

• When the headphones are worn, ANC is automatically activated.
• Press the ☆ button once to turn off ANC.
• Press the ☆ button twice to activate Ambient Sound mode, which lets you hear surrounding sounds.

Controlling Calls and Music

Music Control

Note: You will hear an audible signal when the volume reaches the maximum level.

Call Control

Three-way Calling

Voice Assistant

LED Indicator Status

The LED indicator shows the status of your headphones:

5 Resetting the Headphones

If you encounter difficulties during pairing or connection, follow the steps below to reset the headphones to their factory default settings:

1. On your Bluetooth device, go to the Bluetooth menu and remove 'Philips TAH8000E' from the list of devices.
2. Turn off Bluetooth on your Bluetooth device.
3. Turn on the headphones.
4. Press and hold the Power and ANC buttons together for 4 seconds.
5. Follow the steps in 'Using the headphones - Connecting your headphones via Bluetooth'.
6. Pair your headphones with your Bluetooth device by selecting 'Philips TAH8000E'.

6 Technical Data

• Music playback time: 70 hours (ANC off), 50 hours (ANC on)
• Charging time: 2 hours
• Rechargeable lithium-ion battery: TACR0001BA (1100 mAh)
• Bluetooth version: 5.4
• Compatible Bluetooth profiles: HFP (Hands-free Profile), A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile), AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile)
• Supported audio codecs: SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3
• Frequency range: 2.4 – 2.4835 GHz
• Transmitter power: <10 dBm
• Operating range: Up to 10 meters
• Automatic power off
• USB-C port for charging
• Multipoint connection

Note: Technical specifications are subject to change without notice. Battery playback time is approximate and may vary depending on usage conditions.

7 Notes

Declaration of Conformity

TP Vision Europe B.V. hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU and the UK Radio Equipment Regulations SI 2017 No 1206. The full Declaration of Conformity can be found at: www.philips.com/support.

Disposal of Old Equipment and Batteries

Your product is designed and manufactured with high-quality materials and components that can be recycled and reused. This symbol on the product means it is covered by the European Directive 2012/19/EU. This symbol means the product contains batteries covered by European Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 which cannot be disposed of with normal household waste. Please inform yourself about the local separate collection system for electrical and electronic products and batteries. Proper disposal of your old product and batteries helps prevent negative consequences for the environment and human health.

EMF Compliance

This product complies with all applicable standards and regulations regarding electromagnetic field (EMF) exposure.

Environmental Information

All unnecessary packaging has been omitted. The packaging is made of easily separable materials: paper/cardboard, expanded polystyrene (EPS), and polyethylene (PE). Your system consists of materials that can be recycled and reused if disassembled by a specialized company. Please observe the local regulations regarding the disposal of packaging materials, exhausted batteries, and old equipment.

Regulatory Compliance Information

FCC Compliance

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following 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 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 separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into 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.

FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 0 mm between the radiator and your body. For body worn operation, this device has been tested and meets FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with an accessory that contains no metal and that positions the handset at a minimum of 0 mm from the body. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Canada Compliance

This device complies with Industry Canada's licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. CAN ICES-(B)/NMB-(B).

IC RF Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with Canada's exposure limits for an uncontrolled environment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

8 Trademarks

Bluetooth

The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Philips is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

Siri

Siri is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

Google

Google and Google Play are trademarks of Google LLC.

9 Frequently Asked Questions

My Bluetooth headphones won't turn on.

The battery level is low. Charge your headphones.

My Bluetooth headphones won't pair with a Bluetooth device.

Bluetooth is turned off. Turn on Bluetooth on your device and turn on the headphones before turning on Bluetooth on your device. Reset pairing. With the device on, press and hold the MFB button for 5 seconds until the blue LED flashes. This will activate re-pairing mode in the following situations: 1) when switching devices in multipoint connection mode; 2) when connecting to a new source device.

I can hear music, but cannot control it from my Bluetooth device (e.g., play/pause/skip forward/backward).

Check if your Bluetooth audio source supports AVRCP (see 'Technical data' on page 13).

The headphone volume is too low.

Some Bluetooth devices do not synchronize volume levels with the headphones. In this case, adjust the volume on your Bluetooth device to achieve the desired volume level.

My Bluetooth device cannot find the headphones.

• The headphones may be paired with a previously connected device. Turn off the connected device or move it out of range.
• Pairing may have been reset, or the headphones may have been paired with another device previously. Re-pair the headphones as described in the user manual (see 'Pairing your headphones with another Bluetooth device' on page 8).

My Bluetooth headphones are connected to a Bluetooth stereo capable mobile phone, but music plays only through the mobile phone speaker.

Refer to your mobile phone's user manual. Select the option to play music through the headphones.

Sound quality is poor and there is crackling.

• Your Bluetooth device is out of range. Reduce the distance between the headphones and the Bluetooth device, or remove any obstacles between them.
• Charge your headphones.

Keep your headphones clean.

Periodically wipe the headphones, especially the sound outlets and microphone openings, with a soft, slightly damp cloth. Do not allow dirt or earwax to accumulate. If earwax or moisture gets into the sound outlets, ambient sound holes, or microphone openings, the sound may be temporarily reduced or completely lost. This is not a defect. Dry the headphones thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth. Remove the ear tips, hold the headphones with the sound outlets facing downwards, and gently tap them five times against a dry cloth or similar material to remove any moisture inside.

Ensure the headphones are completely dry before charging or use. Do not use alcohol wipes or similar cleaning agents.

Keep your headphones charged.

If the headphones are not used for an extended period, the rechargeable battery may lose capacity. To prevent this, fully charge the battery at least once every three months.

For support, visit: www.philips.com/support.