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Lightweight, Open Air Design/ 30 mm Units/ Up To 60 Hours Of Battery Life/ Transmission Range Up To 24 Feet/ Includes Transmitter
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Sony Wireless Stereo Headphone System - MDRIF240RK

Get ready to rock with Sony's MDR-IF240RK Wireless Stereo Headphones System! This complete kit which includes a Transmitter and Headphones offers features like its lightweight, open-air design, 30 mm Drive Units for deep bass, up to 60 hours of Battery Life with an optional alkaline battery or up to 35 Hours of Battery Life with the supplied NiHM Rechargeable Battery, and a Transmission Range up to 24 feet. Also utilize the Transmission Coverage Angle - up to 90°. Permitting an easy connection to your home audio system, TV or VCR, the MDR-IF240RK provides a personal entertainment experience you can move to.

Features:

  • Complete Kit Including Transmitter and Headphones
  • Lightweight, Open-Air Design
  • 30 mm Drive Units for Deep Bass
  • Up To 60 Hours of Battery Life (Optional Alkaline Battery)
  • Transmission Range Up To 24 Feet
  • Battery Is Automatically Charged By Placing Headphones On The Cradle
  • Transmission Coverage Angle Up To 90°
  • Easy Connection to Home Audio System, TV or VCR

Specifications:

  • Cordless Design lets you move around the room and still enjoy music or TV sound tracks; lets you turn the volume up late at night -- without disturbing anyone else
  • Easy Connection to TV, VCR and audio systems, through the supplied connecting cord and plug adapter
  • Light Weight so you can wear them comfortably for hours on end
  • Open-Air Design lets you continue to hear ambient sound
  • High-Power Infrared Transmitter incorporates multiple Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) for extended coverage range
  • 24 Foot Transmission Range for listening enjoyment throughout the room; lets you sit back from the TV set and still enjoy TV sound
  • 30 mm Diameter Drive Units are larger than many portable headphones for deeper bass, lower distortion and wider dynamic range; frequency response extends down to a low 18 Hz
  • Rechargeable Battery (supplied) saves repeated trips to the store; automatically recharges when you place the headphones on the supplied transmitter
  • Up To 100 Hours of Battery Life with optional AA alkaline battery; up to 30 hours life with supplied rechargeable NiCad battery
  • Complete Kit including high-powered transmitter/recharger, headphones, rechargeable battery, connecting cable, UniMatch(r) plug adapter and AC power adapter
  • 90° Transmission Angle (maximum) for uninterrupted listening as you move around the room
  • PET Diaphragms ensure high rigidity for minimum distortion; low mass for extended high-frequency response out to 22,000 Hz
  • Ferrite Magnets combine high energy and small size, for ample sound output
  • Wide Headband with a separate self-adjusting band conforms precisely to the curve of your head; stays comfortable, even after listening for hours on end
  • Mute Function to avoid noise through the headphones; cuts out the sound when no audio signal is available
  • Automatic Headphones Power Switch conserves battery life; the headphones turn on when you place them on your head
  • Single Volume Control in one earpiece conveniently adjusts the volume for both channels
  • Supplied Connecting Cord with Sony UniMatch® plug that goes to the headphone output of your high fidelity system, TV set or VCR; UniMatch system accommodates either the phone jack on high fidelity components or the minijack found on video components
  • Infrared Modulation: Frequency modulation
  • Infrared Carrier Frequencies: Right 2.8MHz, Left 2.3MHz
  • Power Requirements: AC 120V, 60Hz when used with supplied AC power adaptor, which connects to the DC 9V jack
  • Audio Input: Stereo L/R phono plugs; supplied 3-foot connecting cord goes from stereo mini plug or phone plug to L/R phono plugs
  • Effective Range: 24 feet (7m); 10 feet (3m) at ±45°
  • Power On/Off: Automatic On/Off switch
  • Headphones:
  • Type: Open-air, Dynamic, Cordless
  • Drive Unit: 30mm
  • Diaphragm: PET
  • Magnet: Ferrite
  • Frequency Response: 18 - 22,000Hz
  • Battery Life: Approx. 35 hours with optional NiCad battery; approx. 60 hours with optional alkaline battery
  • Recharging Time: Approx. 24 hours
  • Headband: Wide, Self-adjusting
  • Power On/Off: Automatic switch
  • Volume Control: One
  • Supplied Accessories: Rechargeable NiCad Battery NC-AA-HJ, AC adapter, Connecting cord, UniMatch plug adapter
  • Optional Accessories: Additional Headphone - MDRIF140

Approximate Weights:

  • Headphones: 6.3 oz. (including battery)
  • Transmitter: 4.4 oz.
  • Shipping: 3 lbs.

Warranty Information:

  • Manufacturer Warranty (authorized online retailer):
    • LABOR: For a period of ninety (90) days from the original date of purchase from SONY or its local representative supplier, SONY will repair defects in the Product at no charge, or pay the labor charges to any SONY authorized personal computer service facility. After this ninety (90) day period, you must pay for all labor charges.
    • PARTS: For a period of ninety (90) days from the original date of purchase from SONY or its local representative supplier, SONY will supply, at no charge, new or rebuilt replacement parts in exchange for defective parts of this Product. Any replacement parts will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period or ninety (90) days from installation by SONY's authorized personal computer service facility, whichever is longer. All exchanged parts replaced under this warranty will become the property of SONY.
TypeOn-Ear
Wired Or WirelessWireless
iPod ControlsNo
Noise SuppressionNo
Noise CancelingNo
Mobile Phone ControlsNo
MicrophoneNo
Power SwitchYes
Volume ControlYes
Water ResistantNo
  

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Sony Wireless Stereo Headphone System
 
3.9

(based on 54 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (21)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (22)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (3)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (1)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (7)

90%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to use (33)
  • Comfortable (29)
  • Great sound quality (27)
  • Compact (17)
  • Added features (5)

Cons

  • Difficult to use (3)
  • Uncomfortable (3)

Best Uses

  • Music and movies (12)
  • Mobility (5)
  • Home computer (4)
  • Television (4)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Quality oriented (24), Budget shopper (14)
    • Primary use:
    • Personal (39)
    • Computer Platform:
    • PC (16), Other (7)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

Just what I was looking for

I was looking for wireless headphones. Most were radio type. These are infrared. Downside is that they are line of sight so I can't wander the house and get a signal. The upside ...Read complete review

I was looking for wireless headphones. Most were radio type. These are infrared. Downside is that they are line of sight so I can't wander the house and get a signal. The upside is that when I am in the room they give a solid signal that I don't have to tune. I use these in bed so I don't keep my wife up with TV noise. The stereo signal is very good and the sound is much better than I expected. The rechargeable battery is great. All you have to do is drop the phones in the charger and they are ready for you next time. My bald head would appreciate a little padding on the top, but overall I'm very pleased with this purchase. I happened upon them at Circuit City - but they don't seem to sell them on line. They should. Good price for a good product. It has my endorsement.

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

Buyer's beware!!!

Price: That's the best feature about this Sony Wireless Stereo Headphone System - MDRIF240RK.
Comfortable: Not really, after a short period of time this Headphone is quite uncomfortable.
Sound Quality:...Read complete review

Price: That's the best feature about this Sony Wireless Stereo Headphone System - MDRIF240RK.
Comfortable: Not really, after a short period of time this Headphone is quite uncomfortable.
Sound Quality: Good for watching TV, I would not recommend it for Music.
Easy To Use: I have to turn my TV up quite a bit and then turn the headphone way down in order to hear and not receive static.
Design: Only work when you are in a line of sight, and then only up to about 50'.
Difficult To Use: I usually have to turn on a light at night when I want to turn this off.
Other Info: I have about a dozen Sony products & I love them all. This one I only 'like'. If you are only willing to spend a very little amount of money on this and you are willing to except these limitation. then and only then could I recommend this item. Personally if I was to do it all over again I would purchase a more expensive headphone set.

Buy this and get what you pay for!!!

Reviewed by 54 customers

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5.0

Work great! Love them.

By Jack

from Bloomfield Hills, Mich.

About Me Quality Oriented

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Compact Design
  • Easy To Use
  • Great Sound Quality

Cons

    Best Uses

    • For my wife to watch TV

    Comments about Sony Wireless Stereo Headphone System:

    My wife likes to stay up late watching TV and while using the head phones, I hear nothing and can go to sleep.

    • Primary use:
    • Personal
    • Computer Platform:
    • PC

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    4.0

    Proper set up

    By Kahn2007

    from Ohio

    Comments about Sony Wireless Stereo Headphone System:

    These do exactly what I wanted., a way to watch TV late at night when I get home from work without disturbing the household. I had hissing until I figured out how to set them up. Plug them into the earphone jack. This turns off the TV speakers and just leaves the headphones on. Turn the headset volume down and turn the tv volume up loud to 65 or so. Remember the TV speakers are off now. Then adjust the headphone volume to your comfort level. No hissing. If you leave the tv at normal volume setting and try to turn up the headphone volume you will get hissing.

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    5.0

    Sony Wireless is a good buy

    By Consumer 10

    from Annapolis, MD

    About Me Quality Oriented

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Compact Design
    • Easy To Use
    • Great Sound Quality

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Television

      Comments about Sony Wireless Stereo Headphone System:

      I use this product to listen to the television while my husband is sleeping. The sound quality is very good. I would recommend this product.

      • Primary use:
      • Personal
      • Computer Platform:
      • Other

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      4.0

      Reaasonable Stereo Headphone System

      By Connie

      from Temple Hills, MD

      About Me Value Oriented

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Compact Design
      • Easy To Use
      • Great Sound Quality
      • Quality Microphone

      Cons

      • Difficult To Use

      Best Uses

      • Music and Movies

      Comments about Sony Wireless Stereo Headphone System:

      This product was connected with a Bose system and RCA TV. Had difficulty connecting at first, however, was able to research an answer.

      • Primary use:
      • Personal
      • Computer Platform:
      • Other

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      5.0

      would buy again

      By COUGAR DAN

      from CHICAGO

      About Me Quality Oriented

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Battery life good
      • Comfortable
      • Easy To Use
      • No wires supperb
      • Sound is better then tv

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Home Computer
        • Music and Movies

        Comments about Sony Wireless Stereo Headphone System:

        THERE ARE SOME MOVIES YOU JUST HAVE TO CRANK UP THE SOUND BUT CAN'T BE DONE AT 4 AM IN A FRAME HOME. I DON'T WORK BUT OTHERS DO. THE HEADPHONES HAVE MORE DEPTH AN PRECISE TONE TO IT THEN FLAT SCREENS EVER COULD. NOT MARRIED BUT THESE HEADPHONES WILL HELP WIFE KEEP SLEEPING AN HAPPY.

        Service and delivery comments:

        FAST SERVICE QUALITY PACKAGING.

        • Primary use:
        • Personal
        • Computer Platform:
        • PC

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        4.0

        If set up properly, a bargain!

        By c3ajeff

        from Chehalis, WA

        About Me Quality Oriented

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Great Sound Quality

        Cons

        • Low signal strength
        • Very directional

        Best Uses

          Comments about Sony Wireless Stereo Headphone System:

          I bought these for my elderly mother so she can hear the TV without turning it up so loud it disturbs the rest of us. These are Infrared-based and my other Sennheiser headphones are Radio-based so I knew they wouldn't interfere - and they don't. One thing I like about the Sennheisers (which I use late at night, so not to wake others who are sleeping) is that I can get up and get a snack while still listening to my program. With the Sony's you can't do that - you MUST face the transmitter and you MUST be in visual contact with it. Well for mom, that's just fine and she's more than happy with the sound quality. We did figure out how to place the transmitter correctly so you wouldn't have to hold your head perfectly still to avoid hiss... still this is a real pain... but once we got it figured out they work fine. You can't beat the price.

          • Primary use:
          • Personal
          • Computer Platform:
          • PC

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          5.0

          Just what I wanted..... Works great!!!

          By a great ear

          from nc

          About Me Value Oriented

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Easy To Use
          • Great Sound Quality

          Cons

            Best Uses

              Comments about Sony Wireless Stereo Headphone System:

              tp watch tv

              Service and delivery comments:

              delivery ok

              • Primary use:
              • Personal
              • Computer Platform:
              • PC

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              4.0

              good buy for bucks

              By Tommy the research buyer

              from Uncasville, CT

              About Me Value Oriented

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Compact Design
              • Easy To Use
              • Rechareable

              Cons

              • Average sound

              Best Uses

              • Home Computer
              • Tv

              Comments about Sony Wireless Stereo Headphone System:

              Great for TV. Not premium sound quality but very good for TV.

              Service and delivery comments:

              Did not have to use customer service at all. Prompt delivery, well packaged, great online ordering. Check-out ABT before ordering from another vender. I was well satisfied and I believe you will also.

              • Primary use:
              • Personal
              • Computer Platform:
              • PC

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              4.0

              Pretty Good

              By Gary

              from VA

              About Me Value Oriented

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Compact Design
              • Easy To Use

              Cons

              • Poor Sound Quality

              Best Uses

                Comments about Sony Wireless Stereo Headphone System:

                I bought these so that I could watch TV in bed and not disturb my wife as she tries to sleep. For that purpose, they work just fine. The range is not that far, but my bed is only 15 feet from my TV, so it's not a problem. If I have them on and walk out of the room or go around the corner, they stop working. The only real issue I have is that you have to turn the TV volume way up so that the sound quality in the headphones improves...don't forget to turn it down before unplugging the base! Also, it would be nice if they could be left plugged in all the time, but the external TV sound cuts off when you plug them in, so you have to plug them in and unplug them when you're using/not using them. For the price, this was a very good buy and I'm overall happy with them.

                • Primary use:
                • Personal
                • Computer Platform:
                • PC

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                5.0

                Great product!

                By laal

                from brooklyn, ny

                About Me Quality Oriented

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Easy To Use
                • Great Sound Quality

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Home Computer
                  • Music and Movies

                  Comments about Sony Wireless Stereo Headphone System:

                  love wireless feature

                  • Primary use:
                  • Personal
                  • Computer Platform:
                  • Other

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                  $59.00
                  Discontinued


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