SONOS S49 Headphones User Guide

: September 18, 2024
: Sonos

Table of Contents

S49 Headphones
Specifications
Product Usage Instructions
Controls Overview:
How to Control S49:
Power On/Off & Bluetooth Pairing:
Charging & Battery Status:
Bluetooth Pairing Mode:
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: How long does the battery last on Sonos S49 headphones?
Q: How do I know if Sonos S49 is charging?

S49 Headphones

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Specifications

Product: Sonos S49 Headphones
Features: Lossless audio streaming, Active Noise Cancellation,
30-hour battery life, TV audio swap, Sonos S2 compatible
Connectivity: Bluetooth, USB-C

Product Usage Instructions

Controls Overview:

Volume: Slide up/down to adjust volume. Slide
and hold for quick volume change.
Play/Pause: Press once to play or pause
audio.
Next/Previous: Double press for next track,
triple press for previous track.
Noise Cancelling/Voice: Press for noise
cancelling/voice assistant.
Status Light: Indicates battery level,
charging status, and more.
Power/Bluetooth: Press once to power on/off,
press and hold for Bluetooth pairing.
USB-C Port: For charging and line-in with
compatible accessories.

How to Control S49:

Refer to the provided control guide for detailed instructions on
using the buttons for volume, playback, noise cancelling, and
more.

Power On/Off & Bluetooth Pairing:

To power on, press the Power/Bluetooth button once. S49
auto-connects to the last paired device.
To pair with a new Bluetooth device, press and hold the
Power/Bluetooth button.

Charging & Battery Status:

Use the included USB-C cable and a compatible adapter for
charging. The status light provides battery level indications.

Bluetooth Pairing Mode:

To pair with a new device:
Press and hold Power/Bluetooth until the light blinks
blue.
Select “S49” from your device’s Bluetooth settings.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: How long does the battery last on Sonos S49 headphones?

A: The battery lasts up to 30 hours with ANC enabled.
Additionally, a quick 3-minute charge provides 3 hours of
playback.

Q: How do I know if Sonos S49 is charging?

A: The status light indicates charging status. It shows
different colors based on the battery level or charging state.

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S49

Overview

Sonos’ first headphones offer core features for on-the-go listening and a unique Sonos experience at home–
Surrounded by audio. Stream lossless audio over Bluetooth or USB-C and experience hyperrealistic spatial audio.
Ignore the noise. Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) neutralizes sound for maximum immersion.
Adjust for comfort. The extendable headband and rotating earcups adjust to your head for your individual fit.
Battery lasts up to 30 hours. Listen for 30 hours with ANC enabled. Get 3 hours of playback with a quick 3minute charge using the included USB-C cable.
TV audio swap. Instantly swap TV audio from your Sonos soundbar and enable head tracking for a uniquely interactive experience.
Sonos S2 compatible. Use the Sonos app to adjust EQ, customize you spatial audio, and change control functions to your exact preference.

How to control S49

1

Volume

2

Play/Pause

3

Next/Previous

4

Noise cancelling / Voice

5

Status light

Slide up to increase the volume. Slide down to decrease the volume. Slide and hold to quickly change the volume.
Press once to play or pause audio.
Double press to skip to the next track. Triple press to go back one track.
Press once to toggle between ambient and noice cancelling mode. Press and hold to use a voice assistant. Note: If you haven’t setup a voice assistant in the Sonos app, your device’s voice assistant will activate.
The status light is used to indicate battery level, charging state, Bluetooth connection, and signals product updates and errors. It turns off when you’re wearing Sonos S49. Note: The status light will blink blue when you first powered on S49 and after a factory reset.

6

Power / Bluetooth

7

USB-C port

Power on Press once to power on. S49 automatically connects to the most recently paired Bluetooth device. Bluetooth pairing
Press and hold to pair with a new Bluetooth device. Factory reset
Press and hold for 7 seconds while connected to power.
Charging Use the included cable and a compatible (7.5 W minimum) USB-C power adapter. Line-in Use the Sonos Line-In Adapter (sold separately) to plug in to a USB-C audio device.

Bluetooth pairing
Sonos S49 goes into Bluetooth pairing mode when you power it on. If a device was previously paired, S49 will connect to it automatically. You can put S49 into Bluetooth pairing mode using the Power/Bluetooth button:
1. Press and hold the Power/Bluetooth button until the status light blinks blue and you hear a tone.
2. Go to your device’s Bluetooth settings. Select S49 from the device list.
3. You’ll hear a tone when S49 successfully connects to your device.

STATUS LIGHT Solid white

DESCRIPTION
Powered on, not connected to a device via Bluetooth

Solid blue

Powered on, connected to a device via Bluetooth

Blinking blue

Powered on, searching for a Bluetooth device

Charging
Use the included USB-C–C cable and a compatible USB-C PD adapter. Note: Battery percentage can be viewed in the Sonos app.

STATUS LIGHT

DESCRIPTION

Pulsing amber

Battery 10%, charge soon

Solid amber

Plugged in to power, charging

Solid green Pulsing red

Plugged in to power, battery 100%
Battery or charging error, unplug from power if charging

Voice services
Use your voice to control your Sonos system with any voice-enabled Sonos product–play and control content, turn the volume up or down, and more.
Sonos Voice Control: control your whole Sonos system with hands-free ease and unmatched privacy. Sonos Voice Control comes ready to use–it only takes a few seconds to add when you set up your speakers. More information
Amazon Alexa: you’ll need the Sonos app and the Alexa app with the Sonos skill enabled. You’ll make some changes in both apps during setup. Learn more
Google Assistant: you’ll need the Sonos app and the Google Assistant app. You’ll make some changes in both apps during setup. Learn more
Siri: you’ll need the Apple Home app. Add your AirPlay2-compatible Sonos speakers to the Apple Home app and then use an iPhone, iPad, or Apple TV to ask Siri to play music (currently limited to Apple Music). Learn more
Note: Voice control isn’t supported in every country yet–this feature will be available as soon as Sonos and a voice service launch together in your region.
Product settings
You can adjust these settings for S49… In the Sonos app, go to Settings > …

FEATURE Noise cancelling
Spatial audio Head tracking

DESCRIPTION
Three levels of noise cancelling: Full NC Passthrough (out loud) Off (no NC)

Important safety information
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Clean only with a dry soft cloth. Household cleaners or solvents can damage the finish on your Sonos products. Sonos products with rubber rings on the bottom, such as Move, One, and One SL, may leave a faint ring on some surfaces treated with polyurethane. This ring can be easily removed by wiping with a damp cloth.
6. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
7. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus that produce heat.
8. Protect the power cable from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
9. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
10. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
11. Refer all servicing to Sonos qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cable or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
12. The Mains plug should be readily available to disconnect the equipment.
13. Sonos Roam and Sonos Roam SL meet IP67 water resistance levels.

NOTE: 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 product or 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.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by SONOS, INC. could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and with ISED Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). 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.
L’émetteur/récepteur exempt de licence contenu dans le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : 1. L’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage; 2. L’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
The device for operation in the band 51505250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems
Les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la bande de 5 150 à 5 250 MHz sont réservés uniquement pour une utilisation à l’intérieur afin de réduire les risques de brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes de satellites mobiles utilisant les mêmes canaux.
This device complies with FCC and ISED Canada radiation exposure limits set forth for general population. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
FCC ID: SBVRM049 || IC: 5373A-RM049
DON’T attempt to remove the rechargeable lithium-ion battery from this product. Contact your local Sonos retailer or other qualified professional for removal.
Please dispose of used batteries properly, following local regulations. Do not incinerate.