Audio-Technica ATH-IEX1 Hi-Res in-Ear Headphones
Introduction
The ATH-IEX1 in-ear headphones provide natural sound reproduction that is smooth and consistent throughout the entire frequency range. Superior Audio Two balanced armature drivers and dual phase drivers with varying diameters (9 8 mm and 8 8 mm) are housed within the solid titanium housings of the headphones. The 8 8 mm serves as a passive radiator to amplify the lower frequency while the 9 8 mm serves as a full-range driver. The diaphragm movements of those two units are synchronized as they face one another, reducing distortion and producing audio that is true to the original sound. To contribute to accurate high-frequency reproduction, the balanced armature drivers function as super tweeters.
About COMPLY™ foam ear tips
The product comes with a pair of Comply™ Ts-500 foam ear tips.
Cleaning the ear tips
Remove ear tips from the in-ear headphones, and wipe their surfaces with a moistened cloth that has been wrung out well. Do not wash these ear tips in the water.
Replacing the ear tips
Remove the old ear tip with a twisting motion as shown in the figure. Mount the new ear tip over the stem to the base of the stem. When mounting the COMPLY™ foam ear tips, use the flat parts of your fingers and do not use your nails so as to avoid damaging the surface of the ear tips.
To order COMPLY™ foam ear tips (except for Japan)
Visit www.complyfoam.com and select the COMPLY™ Ts-500 foam ear tips.
- The product includes Comply™ foam ear tips in 3 sizes (S, M, and L)
COMPLY™ is a trademark of Hearing Components, Inc.
Thank you for purchasing this product. Before using the product, read through the user manual to ensure that you will use the product correctly. Please keep this manual for future reference.
Caution
- Follow applicable laws regarding mobile phone and headphone use if using the product while driving.
- Do not use the product in places where the inability to hear ambient sound presents a serious risk (such as at railroad crossings, train stations, and construction sites).
- The product effectively shields external sound, so you may not hear the sound around you clearly while wearing the product. Adjust the volume to a level where you can still hear background sound and monitor the area around you while listening to music.
- Store the ear tips out of the reach of small children.
- If you begin to feel unwell while using the product, discontinue use immediately.
- To prevent damage to your hearing, do not raise the volume too high. Listening to loud sounds for an extended period may cause temporary or permanent hearing loss.
- Discontinue use if skin irritation results from direct contact with the product.
- Do not disassemble, modify or attempt to repair the product.
- When removing the product from your ears, check to make sure the eartips are still attached to the main unit. If the ear tips become lodged in your ears and you are unable to remove them, consult a physician at once.
Notes on use
- To ensure compatibility and correct usage, always consult the user manual of any device before connecting the product to it.
- Audio-Technica will not be liable in any way for any loss of data in the unlikely event that such losses should occur while using the product.
- On public transport systems or in other public places, keep the volume low so as not to disturb other people.
- Minimize the volume on your audio device before connecting the product in order to avoid hearing damage from sudden exposure to excessive volume.
- When using the product in a dry environment, you may feel a tingling sensation in your ears. This is caused by static electricity accumulated on your body, not by product malfunction.
- Do not subject the product to a strong impact.
- Do not store the product under direct sunlight, near heating devices, or in a hot, humid, or dusty place. Do not allow the product to get wet.
- When the product is used for a long time, the product may become discolored due to ultraviolet light (especially direct sunlight) or wear.
- Connect/disconnect the included cable by holding the plug. Pulling directly on the cable can result in a broken wire and the risk of electric shock.
- The cable may become caught or severed if the product is placed in a bag without adequate protection.
- When you are not using the product, store it in the included case.
- Do not wind the cable around your portable audio device. This may damage or sever the cable.
- Use only the included cable. Using a different cable may result in product malfunction.
Lengthening the headphone cable requires a separate extension cable available from your dealer.
Name of each part
Confirm each part before using the product.
Using the headphones
- Identify the left (L) and right (R) connectors on the included detachable cable and plug each into the appropriate connector jack until it clicks.
Refer to “About the detachable cable” for detailed information. - Lower the volume on the device you intend to use, then connect the input plug to the device’s headphone jack.
- Make sure to place each ear tip (L/R) in the correct ear.
- Turn on your audio device, and adjust the volume as necessary.
Also, read the user manual of your audio device.
Care
CareGet into the habit of regularly cleaning the product to ensure that it will last for a long time. Do not use alcohol, paint thinners, or other solvents for cleaning purposes.
- Use a dry cloth to clean the headphones.
- Natural oils from the skin are particularly likely to build up on the ear tip attachment parts (see figure at right). If these areas are not cleaned, the ear tips can become detached. Clean them regularly. Do not touch the areas where sound is produced as they are delicate. Doing so may result in malfunction.
- Use a dry cloth to clean the cable of any sweat or dirt. Failure to clean the cable may cause it to deteriorate and harden over time, resulting in malfunction.
- Wipe the cable’s plugs with a dry cloth if dirty. Using the plugs without cleaning them can cause sound interruption or distortion.
- For long-time storage, keep the product in a well-ventilated place without high temperatures and humidity.
- Refer to ”Cleaning the ear tips” in ”About the ear tips” to learn how to clean the ear tips.
About the ear tips
Size and position
The product comes with silicone ear tips in four sizes (XS, S, M, and L). At the time of purchase, the M-size silicone ear tips are attached and positioned in the standard position.
To ensure the best sound quality and position, select the ear tip size that is best suited for you, and adjust the ear tips inside your ears for a snug fit. It may be difficult to hear bass sounds if the ear tips do not fit snugly in your ears.
Refer to “About COMPLY™ foam ear tips” for use of COMPLY™ foam ear tips.
2 POSITION POST
2 position post maximizes sound isolation while providing a better fit.
Cleaning the ear tips
Remove ear tips from the product and clean them with a diluted detergent. After cleaning, dry before use.
Replacing the ear tip
Remove the old ear tip and attach the new ear tip by pushing it onto the headphone at an angle (see figure). Push firmly on the ear tip so that the inside of the ear tip expands, and push the ear tip onto the post as far as it will go
- The ear tips are designed to fit tightly to the product so that they will not come loose unintentionally.
- Periodically remove and clean the ear tips as they become dirty easily. Using dirty ear tips may cause the headphones themselves to become dirty, resulting in deteriorated sound quality.
- Eartips are consumable parts that degrade through storage and use. If the ear tips are loose and easily removed or if they appear to have degraded, purchase replacements.
- When reattaching ear tips that were previously removed, be sure to check that they are securely attached. Injury or illness may occur if the eartips become detached and are left inside the ear
About the detachable cable
The cable on the product is detachable. If there are signs of deterioration, replace the cable (sold separately).
- Do not detach the cable except when replacing it with a new cable.
How to replace the detachable cable
The detachable connector is very delicate. Only pull or attach in a straight motion to prevent malfunction.
How to detach the cable
Hold the connector and pull straight out in the direction shown by the arrow.
How to attach the cable
Plug the left or right connector in as shown in the figure until it clicks.
Specifications
Frequently Asked Questions
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A well-known company with headphones at more reasonable prices is Audio-Technica. They frequently have less than ideal builds, despite producing sounds that can compete with higher-end models. When compared to other companies offering comparable functionality, their noise canceling series also falls short.
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If your music is in MP3 format, you generally won’t hear much of a difference between wireless and wired headphones in terms of sound quality, but if it is in ALAC/FLAC/WAV format, the differences might be more audible. In general, wired headphones deliver higher sound quality.
The radiation from both Bluetooth and corded headphones is harmless, according to the overwhelming body of scientific evidence.
The device into which wired headphones are plugged provides electricity. In reality, headphones are tiny speakers. When headphones are plugged into a device, an amplifier within the audio jack converts the audio waves from the device into energy, which powers the headphones.
The most common reasons why earphones and earbuds quit working are cable tension, incorrect wiring from the manufacturer, moisture damage, and damage to the sound drivers. These incidents could result in audio shorts or a total disconnect between the drivers and the audio source.
