Teufel REAL BLUE PRO Headphone Instruction Manual

Teufel REAL BLUE PRO Headphone

Product Information
The product is called REAL BLUE and REAL BLUE PRO. It is a pair of headphones manufactured by Lautsprecher Teufel GmbH. The headphones come with various features such as ShareME, ANC and Transparency Mode, Wear Detection and Hearing Correction, and the ability to make phone calls and use voice assistants. The headphones can be connected via Bluetooth wireless connection and can be controlled using the in-line remote control. The product also includes a Teufel Headphones App for additional functionality. The headphones are designed for proper use and come with safety notes for the user’s protection.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Getting started: To power on or off the headphones, refer to section 4.1 in the user manual. Connect the headphones to your device using the instructions provided in section 4.2. For information on the Bluetooth wireless connection,
   including pairing and troubleshooting, refer to section 4.3. The Teufel Headphones App usage is explained in section 4.4.

2. How to use: Explore the different features of the headphones. Section 5.1 explains how to use ShareME, allowing you to share audio with another person. Section 5.2 provides instructions on using ANC (Active Noise Cancellation) and Transparency Mode. Section 5.3 explains Wear Detection and Hearing Correction functionality. Section 5.4 provides instructions for using headphones to make phone calls. Section 5.5 explains how to use the voice assistant feature. Section 5.6 provides instructions on how to reset the headphones if needed. Section 5.7 explains how to use the connector cable.

3. Charging: For information on how to charge the headphones, refer to section 6 in the user manual.

4. Care and maintenance: Properly clean and handle the headphones as described in sections 7.1 and 7.2. Follow the instructions in section 7.3 for storing the headphones correctly. If needed, refer to section 7.4 for instructions on changing the ear cushion.

5. Troubleshooting: In case of any issues, refer to section 8 of the user manual for troubleshooting steps. For more technical details about the product, please refer to section 9 of the user manual. To ensure your safety and proper use of the headphones, please read and follow all safety notes and instructions provided in the user manual. Keep the user manual in a safe place for future reference and share it with any subsequent owner of the headphones.

General Information

Notice
The information in this document is subject to change without prior notice and in no way constitutes any liability on the part of Lautsprecher Teufel GmbH.

No part of this user manual may be reproduced in any form or be broadcasted in any way electronically, mechanically, by photocopying or recording without the written permission of Lautsprecher Teufel GmbH.
Lautsprecher Teufel GmbH
Version 1.0
March 2023
Right of Return

If you wish to exercise your right of return, we ask that you make sure that you hold onto the original packaging. We can only accept the return of headphones with the original packaging. Headphones returned without the original packaging will not be accepted.

Complaints
In the event of a complaint, the invoice number is required in order for your complaint to be processed. The invoice number can be found on the sales slip (enclosed with the product) or on the order confirmation PDF document.
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Proper Use
The “Teufel REAL BLUE PRO” Headphones are designed for the playback of audio signals that can be wirelessly transmitted via Bluetooth® from the external player. The headphones are also suitable as a headphone for connecting
to Bluetooth-compatible (mobile) phones. Only use the headphones as described in this user manual. Any other use will be deemed as not in accordance with the instructions and may lead to damage to property or even persons. The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage caused by improper use. The headphones are intended for private use only.

Before operating the headphones, please first read the safety notes and user manual carefully. This is the only way to use all functions safely and reliably. Store the user manual in a safe place and also be sure to pass it on to any subsequent owner.

Safety notes
This chapter contains general safety notices. You should always observe these notices to protect both yourself and third parties. You should also observe the warning notices in each chapter of this user manual.

Explanation of terms
You can find the following signal terms in this user manual:

WARNING
This signal term indicates a moderate risk, which, if not avoided, may result in death or severe injury.

CAUTION
This signal term indicates a low risk, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE
This signal term warns you of potential damage. This symbol advises of useful additional information.

WARNING
The danger of suffocation! Children can become trapped in the packaging film when playing and suffocate. Make sure that children do not play with the packaging, and that they do not pull off small parts of the headphones and put them in their mouth.

Trademarks
© All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Apple, iOS, and Siri are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Android and Google Assistant are trademarks of Google LLC. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Lautsprecher Teufel is under license. Qualcomm® aptX™ is a product of Qualcomm Technologies International, Ltd.

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Teufel REAL BLUE PRO Bluetooth Headphone, which is your reliable everyday over-ear active noise canceling headphone that delivers your music via Bluetooth with technical appeal, high comfort & functionality. Hear only what you want to – without distraction, ensured by Active Noise Cancellation including Transparency Mode.

What’s in the box
Unpack the box carefully and ensure that the following parts are included. If any part is damaged or missing, do not use it and contact your retailer or customer service representative

Product Overview

Headphones

The “Teufel REAL BLUE PRO” consists of the following elements:

1. Power Button
2. Tap Sensor Panel
3. Status LED RGB
4. USB C
5. AUX IN
6. Joystick
7. ANC/Transparency
8. LED RGB
9. ANC Button
10. Wear Detection

In-Line Remote Control

Headphone LED indications

During use, LED 3 does not illuminate unless there is a change in operation status. Refer to the table below for the most frequent LED indications.
During use, LED 8 does not illuminate unless there is a change in operation status. Refer to the table below for the most frequent LED indications
Note: Transparency mode can be also tuned on by pressing the ANC button after the ANC high-mid-low.

with a new device.

Pulsing in blue

| Ready for connection with a previously connected device (connectable mode). You can reconnect from the Bluetooth list of your smart device.
Solid blue for 10 seconds| Bluetooth connection is successful.
Flashing blue twice| The device list (memory) on the headphones is cleared.

Flashing white once

| A call has been answered, rejected or ended. Voice assistant has been activated/deactivated. Playback has started.

Track has been skipped. Volume has been changed.

Dynamore On.

Pulsing in white| Playback is paused or sound output is muted.
Fast flashing in purple| ShareMe Pairing Mode, the headphones can be connected with another pair of ShareMe enabled headphones.
Solid purple for 10 seconds| Successful ShareMe connection.

you can switch between ANC levels and see the LED color)
Solid green for 10 seconds| ANC Mid Mode is on (By pressing the ANC button, you can switch between ANC levels and see the LED color)
Solid lime green for 10 seconds| ANC Low Mode is on (By pressing the ANC button, you can switch between ANC levels and see the LED color)

Solid white for 10 seconds

| Transparency Mode is on (By double tap on the touch panel, you can switch to Transparency Mode On and see the LED color)
Solid grey (low brightness) for 10 seconds| Off Mode (By pressing and holding the ANC button for 1.5 seconds, you can switch off ANC and Transparency Modes and see the LED color)

Getting started

Powering on & off
Press and hold the power button 1 for 1.5 seconds to switch on or off the headphones. The headphones will automatically switch off after 10 minutes without audio signals or user operation. You can change the auto-off timer in the Teufel Headphones App.

Connecting with the headphones

1. Press and hold the power button 1 for 1.5 seconds to switch on the headphones.

2. If the device list (memory) of the headphones is empty (there are no previously connected devices), LED 3 will flash blue quickly. The headphones are now in the Bluetooth pairing mode and you can hear a repeating system sound.
   NOTICE
   If the device list of the headphones is not empty (there are previously connected devices), the LED will pulse blue. The headphones are now in the connectable mode for automatic connection with previously connected devices if they are within the Bluetooth range (10 m). If you want to pair with a new device, double-press the power button to activate the Bluetooth pairing mode.

3. Activate the Bluetooth feature on your device and select “Teufel REAL BLUE PRO” from the list of available devices. The LED will illuminate in blue for 10 seconds when pairing is successful. You can also hear a system sound.
   NOTICE
   Bluetooth mode only works if no connector cable is connected to the 3.5 mm plug. As soon as the connector cable is connected, Bluetooth mode will be deactivated. The headphones remember your last 7 paired devices and automatically connect with them when they are within the Bluetooth range (10 m). To clear the device list, press and hold the power button 1 for 8 seconds while the headphones are switched off until you see the LED flash blue twice.

Information on the Bluetooth wireless connection
The headphones are compatible with Bluetooth 5.1. If your audio source supports high-resolution audio encoding methods SBC, AptX, AptX HD, AptX LL, and AAC, it will automatically play high audio-quality music. The paired devices immediately establish the Bluetooth wireless connection after switching on and are ready for use. When you switch the headphone on, they automatically try to connect to the last connected Bluetooth device. During Bluetooth operation with specific mobile phones, it can be possible that audio latency effects would be audible.

How to use

Commands for the Tap Sensor Panels and the ANC Button can be configured using the Headphones App.

ShareME
ShareMe enables simultaneous wireless music listening among 2 Real Blue Pro. With one of your headphones connected to a Bluetooth device, please follow the below steps:

1. Press the Power Button 1 and Center Button of the Joystick 7 simultaneously, and the LED fast flashes purple. Start ShareMe on another headphone by pressing the Power
2. Button 1 and the Center Button of the Joystick 7 simultaneously, when the two headphones connect, the LED is solid on purple for 10 seconds.
3. Press the Power Button 1 and Center Button of the Joystick 7 simultaneously when ShareMe is active to disconnect the ShareMe.

ANC and Transparency Mode ANC Mod
Peacefully enjoy your sound in a constantly noisy environment. When you switch ANC On by shortly pressing the ANC Button 9, the LED 8 lights up when you shift between 3 levels and Transparency Mode: ANC High (Cyan), ANC Mid (green), ANC Low (Lime green), and Transparency (White). To switch ANC off, please Press and hold the ANC button 9 for 1.5s and the LED 8 will light up in grey (low brightness). You can reduce the number of modes for the ANC
button in the Teufel Headphones App and thus switch through your favorite modes faster.

Transparency Mode
Listen to your favorite content while hearing the most relevant sounds from the outside world. The LED 8 lights up in solid white for 10 seconds when you double-tap the touch panels 2 or 6. You can also short-press ANC button 9 to switch to Transparency Mode. External sounds are mixed with the music and you can hear conversations or announcements. During calls, you can use Transparency Mode to hear your own voice. Afterward, double tap again on tap panel 2 or 6 to quickly switch back to your previous mode.

Joystick
Reject incoming call (First or second call)| Press and hold the center of the Joystick for 2 seconds
Put current call on hold and answer the second call| Double press the center of the Joystick
Switch between two calls| Double press the center of the Joystick

Dynamore® Headphones
Dynamore is a technology developed by Teufel. It dynamically enhances the stereo image, creating a wide soundscape. When you triple-tap the touch panel 2 or 6, you can switch Dynamore is on and the status LED pulses once in white. When you triple tap again, Dynamore switches off and the status LED pulses twice in white.

Wear Detection and Hearing Correction

Wear Detection

• The playback will pause when both sides are taken off and play again when both sides are back on. You could disable or enable the Wear Detection function in Teufel Headphones App.
• When the supplied headphone cable is connected to the headset, the wear detection does not work.
• Automatic music playback and resume by wear detection is only available with a Bluetooth connection.
• The connected device or playback application may not support automatic music playback pause and resume by wear detection.
• When putting on and taking off the headset, the call is only switched over if the automatic switch-off by detecting the touchdown is activated.

Mimi Sound Personalization
Test your unique hearing with Mimi to further personalize your sound in the Teufel Headphones App.

How to Charge
Use the enclosed type-c cable to connect the USB-C port 4 of the headphone with the USB port on a PC or a USB power adapter.

Using the headphones to make phone calls
The Teufel REAL BLUE PRO features a built-in microphone. If the headphones are connected to your smartphone via Bluetooth, they can be used as a headset for making phone calls. Music playback will be interrupted in the event of an incoming call and resumed once the call is over. The following functions are available

Using the voice assistant
The Teufel REAL BLUE PRO features a built-in microphone. If the headphones are connected to your smartphone via Bluetooth, press and hold the center of the joystick 7 for 2 seconds to enable your voice assistant (when not making a phone call). Hint: Voice Assistant can be deactivated via the Teufel Headphones App.

Battery power needed.
Analog-In Passive| Off| Only music playback possible. Possible with empty battery.
Function| Operation
---|---
Pause or resume| Press the control button once
Skip to the next track| Press the control button twice
Skip to the previous track| Press the control button three times
Accept incoming call/end the call| Press the control button once
Rejecting incoming call| Press the control button for 2 seconds
Put current call on hold and answer the second call| Double press the control button
Switch between two calls| Double press the control button

Reset
If you want to reset your headphones to default settings, press and hold the power button and ANC button simultaneously for 4 seconds. The LED 3 alternates flashing in red and blue during the reset and fades out when the reset is completed. Please note that during reset, the Bluetooth device list will be cleared and personal settings made in the Teufel Headphones App will be deleted.

Using the connector cable

Connecting the cable

1. The enclosed connector cable has two 3.5 mm plugs. Insert the notched 3.5 mm plug with remote control into the AUX In 5 of the headphones.
2. Connect the other plug of the connector cable to the 3.5 mm jack of your audio system or smartphone.

NOTICE
The Bluetooth function will automatically end once the headphones are connected via the 3.5 mm plug.

Using the remote control
The remote control on the connector cable features a built-in microphone and a control button for making phone calls and controlling music playback
There are 2 audio modes when using the analog 3.5mm cable

Charging
To check the current battery level of your headphones, shortly press the power button. The status LED 3 will light up and show the current level for 10 seconds. The LED color will be white at 60% – 100% and yellow at 21% – 59%. When the LED is repeatedly flashing in red, the battery level is at 1%-20% and the headphones need to be charged. You will also hear a system sound when the battery is low.

Use the enclosed type-c cable to connect the USB-C port 4 of the headphones with a USB port on a PC or a USB power adapter. During charging, the status LED is pulsing in yellow. When the headphones are fully charged, the status LED lights up in white and will fade out after 1 minute. As soon as the rechargeable battery has been fully charged, unplug the type-c cable from the USB-C port of the headphones. When the charging cable is disconnected, the LED shows the current battery level for 10 seconds. Then LED fade-out.

• Battery status
• Status LED
• 1-20%
• Slow Flashing red
• 21-59%
• Solid on yellow
• 60-100%
• Solid on white

Care and maintenance

Cleaning

Clean the ear cushions and the headband with a soft dry cloth. Never use aggressive cleaning agents as they may damage the sensitive surface.

Handling

Put your headphones on so that both ears are firmly covered. If necessary, adjust the headband length to your head size.

Storage

Please follow the illustration to fold the headphones up for space-saving storage Use the enclosed storage bag to store and transport the headphones and the accessories. Store the headphones in a clean and dry location.

Changing ear cushion

Grasp the cushioned leather (2) directly and pull it out at an angle. As shown above, there are 8 plastic edges and 2 grooves (3), please slide the cushion under 2-4 plastic edges and aim the protrusions (4) to the grooves, then go around the cushion, click in the rest.

NOTICE
The products, batteries, and ear cushions should be taken to separate waste collection points designated by local authorities at the end of the lifespan. This will ensure that WEEE waste is recycled and treated in a manner that conserves valuable materials and protects human health and the environment

Troubleshooting

Headphones don’t connect with mobile device

| Make sure your mobile device supports Bluetooth technology.

On your mobile device: Turn the Bluetooth feature off and then on.

Delete your Teufel REAL BLUE PRO headphone from the Bluetooth list on your mobile device. Connect again.

Move your mobile device closer to the headphone and away from any interference or obstructions.

Connect a different mobile device.

Clear the headphone pairing list and connect again. To clear the BT device list, press and hold the power button 1 for 8 seconds while the headphones are switched off.

No sound

| Press Play on your mobile device to make sure the audio track is playing.

Increase the volume on the mobile device.

Move your mobile device closer to the headphones (10 m) and away from any interference or obstructions.

Use a different music source. Connect a different mobile device.

Poor sound quality

| Make sure that headphones fit securely over your ear. Use a different music source.

Try connecting another mobile device.

Move your mobile device closer to the headphones (10 m) and away from any interference or obstructions.

Headphones pause the content unexpectedly

| If wearing detection doesn’t work well for you and the music often pauses unintentionally, you can easily disable the smart pause function in the headphones app.
Tap panels trigger unwanted mode changes| If tap interactions do not work well for you and tap panels trigger mode changes unintentionally, you can easily disable the tap panels in the headphones app.
Transparency mode triggered unintentionally| This might be related to the tap panels. If modes are changed unintentionally or tap interactions do not work well for you, you can easily disable the tap panels in the Teufel Headphones App.
Switching ANC modes with the ANC button takes too much time to arrive in the desired mode|

You can reduce the number of modes for the button in the app and thus switch through your favorite anc modes faster.

Common solutions
If you experience problems with your headphone:

1. Check the state of the power indicators.
2. Charge the battery.
3. Increase the volume on your mobile device.
4. Try connecting to another mobile device.

If you cannot resolve the issue, see the table below to identify symptoms and solutions to common problems. If you are still unable to resolve your issue, contact Teufel customer service.

Technical Data

• Driver Size: 44 mm full-range drivers
• Nom. driver impedance: 25 Ω
• Max sound pressure level (BT): 96 dB(A) (according to EN-50332)
• Acoustic THD: ≤ 1% @ 0 dBFS (100 Hz – 8 kHz)
• Frequency range: 10 Hz – 20 kHz
• Battery: Lithium-Polymer, 3.7 V, 800 mAh
• Radio network: Bluetooth®
• Frequency bands in MHz: 2400 – 2483.5
• Transmission power in mW/dBm: < 10 mW/< 10 dBm

You can find further technical data on our website. Technical changes reserved!

Declaration Of Conformity
Lautsprecher Teufel GmbH declares that this product complies with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity can be found at these Internet addresses: www.teufel.de/konformitaetserklaerungen
www.teufelaudio.com/declaration-of-conformity

Please contact our customer service department with any questions, suggestions, or complaints:
Lautsprecher Teufel GmbH Bikini Berlin, Budapester Str. 44 10787 Berlin (Germany
International: 0800 400 300 20
Fax: +49 (0) 30 / 300 930 930
Online-Support: www.teufelaudio.com/service www.teufel.de/service
Kontaktformular: www.teufel.de/kontakt
Contact: www.teufelaudio.com/contact

No responsibility is assumed for the correctness of this information. Technical changes, typographical errors, and other errors are reserved.

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