User manual
SMART HEADSETS
WS-A1 / WS-A1G
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LEGAL INFORMATION
For Europe
Dear Customer,
This apparatus is in conformance with the valid European directives and standards regarding Radio and RoHS.
European representative of JVCKENWOOD Corporation is:
JVCKENWOOD Europe B.V.
Amsterdamseweg 37, 1422 AC Uithoorn, THE NETHERLANDS
Information on Disposal of Old Electrical and Electronic Equipment and Batteries (applicable for countries that have adopted separate waste collection systems)
Products and batteries with the symbol (crossed-out wheeled bin) cannot be disposed as household waste.
This product contains rechargeable battery. Contact KENWOOD authorised dealer for disposal.
European Union only
Hereby, JVCKENWOOD declares that this System [WS-A1 / WS-A1G] is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provision of Directive 2014/53/EU.
A copy of the Declaration of Conformity with regard to the RE Directive 2014/53/EU can be downloaded from the following Web sites (https://www.kenwood.com/cs/eudoc/).
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (for UK)
Manufacturer
JVCKENWOOD Corporation
3-12,Moriya-cho,Kanagawa-ku,Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa, 221-0022, JAPAN
WARNING
To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods.
Do not listen at high volume for an extended period. Do not use while driving or cycling.
Pay special attention to traffic around you when using the headsets outside. Failure to do so could result in an accident.
This product with a built-in battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
This product contains rechargeable battery, which is not replaceable. Danger of explosion if user replaced battery. Do not replace battery user own self.
Warnings for battery
Please do not handle the battery in the following manners.
It can lead to an explosion or leakage of flammable liquids and gases.
Dispose in fire, discard, crush or cut
Leave in extremely high temperature environment
Leave in extremely low pressure environment
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of electrical shocks, fire, etc.
Do not disassemble or modify the unit.
Do not allow flammable, water or metallic objects to enter the unit.
For your safety...
If ear pieces, ear supports or other parts of headsets become lodged in your ear, be careful not to push it deep into the ear canal and seek skilled medical assistance to remove the piece. Damage to the ear may be caused by non-professionals attempting to remove the piece.
Store the ear pieces and ear supports in a safe place where children cannot reach them to avoid the risk of a possible accident or hazard such as swallowing them.
In dryer air conditions such as in winter, you may feel some static shock when using the headsets.
Attach the ear pieces and ear supports firmly when replacing them; failure to do so may result in the ear pieces or ear supports getting lodged in your ear canal when removed, thus becoming a possible health hazard.
Precautions for use
For replacement of the ear pieces and ear supports, please consult your local dealer.
These headsets have a built-in magnet. Do not bring them near objects that may be affected by magnets such as watches, magnetic tape and magnetic cards.
If the headsets or the charging case is dirty, wipe the surface with a dry cloth.
If the charging terminals are dirty, clean the terminals with a cotton swab and the like.
About drip-proof...
Although these headsets have drip-proof feature (IPX4), It is not completely water proof.
Not to be immersed or come into continuous contact with water.
Make sure that the headset is free of dust and not wet before charging.
The charging case is neither drip-proof nor water-resistant. Pay careful attention to avoid contact with water or sweat as this may cause malfunction.
LEGAL INFORMATION
For U.S.A.
Supplier's Declaration of Conformity
Model Number : WS-A1 / WS-A1G
Trade Name: KENWOOD
Responsible party : JVCKENWOOD USA Corporation
Address: 500 Valley Road, Suite 203 Wayne, NJ 07470
Telephone Number: 973-317-5000
This device complies with part 15 and part 18 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.
FCC Caution:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 and part 18 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.
For maintenance of this system, the contact address please refer warranty.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
ATTENTION:
The product you have purchased is powered by a rechargeable battery that is recyclable. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.
For Canada
CAN ICES-3 (B)
This device 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 the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
For U.S.A. and Canada
This equipment complies with FCC/ISED radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of the ISED radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules as this equipment has very low levels of RF energy.
IC: 2320A-WSA1
FCC ID: ASIZWSA1
WARNING
Hearing Comfort and Well-Being
Do not play your personal audio at a high volume. Hearing experts advise against continuous extended play.
If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce volume or discontinue use.
Traffic Safety
Do not use while operating a motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas.
You should use extreme caution or temporarily discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations.
Do not turn up the volume so high that you cannot hear sound around you.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of electrical shocks, fire, etc.
Do not disassemble or modify the unit.
Do not allow flammable, water or metallic objects to enter the unit.
For your safety...
If ear pieces, ear supports or other parts of headsets become lodged in your ear, be careful not to push it deep into the ear canal and seek skilled medical assistance to remove the piece. Damage to the ear may be caused by non-professionals attempting to remove the piece.
Store the ear pieces and ear supports in a safe place where children cannot reach them to avoid the risk of a possible accident or hazard such as swallowing them.
In dryer air conditions such as in winter, you may feel some static shock when using the headsets.
Attach the ear pieces and ear supports firmly when replacing them; failure to do so may result in the ear pieces or ear supports getting lodged in your ear canal when removed, thus becoming a possible health hazard.
Precautions for use
For replacement of the ear pieces and ear supports, please consult your local dealer.
These headsets have a built-in magnet. Do not bring them near objects that may be affected by magnets such as watches, magnetic tape and magnetic cards.
If the headsets or the charging case is dirty, wipe the surface with a dry cloth.
If the charging terminals are dirty, clean the terminals with a cotton swab and the like.
About drip-proof...
Although these headsets have drip-proof feature (IPX4), It is not completely water proof.
Not to be immersed or come into continuous contact with water.
Make sure that the headset is free of dust and not wet before charging.
The charging case is neither drip-proof nor water-resistant. Pay careful attention to avoid contact with water or sweat as this may cause malfunction.
Guarantee / Warranty
For Europe
Please refer to the following for information on the European Guarantee.
For U.S.A. and Canada
Please refer to warranty information attached on your product.