Bluetooth Wireless Headset

Drbt160as
Model number: DRBT160AS
Rated 2.7 out of 5 Stars
Set your music free with this comfortable Bluetooth® headset. Includes built-in microphone for phone calls.

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Wireless Workout Solution

Designed for active lifestyles, the DR-BT160AS Bluetooth® wireless headset is perfect for listening to your favorite Bluetooth-enabled device without the wires. In addition to a comfortable, behind-the-neck design, this headset features moisture guards for intense workouts and a dual support mechanism for an ultra-secure fit. The built-in rechargeable battery provides up to seven hours of continuous music listening or talk time, plus up to 100 hours of standby on a full charge.

Adjustable

Earpiece shaft slides up and down to fit various ear sizes.

Lose the Wires

Enjoy music wirelessly from Bluetooth® Stereo-enabled music players and mobile phones..3

Bluetooth version 2.1 + EDR6

For higher quality audio with less interference, lower power consumption and easy connection.

Ultra Secure Fit

New hybrid earbud/behind-the-neck dual support design for the sports/workout enthusiast creating a wireless solution for running/jogging/bicycling/gym etc. with maximum fit and wearing comfort.

Balanced and Light Weight

Built with sports and exercise in mind this headset places what little weight it has directly behind the ear creating minimal wind and weight drag.

Chat it Up

Embedded microphone enables hands-free conversation from Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone.4

Convenience

Standard USB charging. (cord included)

Earbud Style

New ‘bullet shape’ soft earbud design created for a tight seal to maximize sonic quality and wearing comfort. (3 sizes included)

Water Resistance

New drip away moisture guard design and water resistant hardware.

Take Control

Enjoy basic remote control operation (play, stop, skip, etc.) of music player functions via Bluetooth connection.5

Product Specifications

General Specifications

  • Effective Range : Line of sight approx.30ft (10m)
  • FREQUENCY RANGE : 2.4GHz band(2.4000GHz-2.4835GHz)
  • MODULATION : FHSS

Weights and Measurements

  • Weight (Approx.) : Approx. 1.41 oz. (40g) - included rechargeable battery

Audio

  • Driver Unit : 30mm Dome type
  • Effective Range : 100Hz - 4,000Hz
  • Frequency Range : 20Hz - 20,000Hz Transmission range(A2DP)
  • Frequency Response : 6-23,000Hz
  • Transmitter : Transmission Range: 20-20,000Hz ((A2DP) (Sampling frequency44.1kHz))
  • Volume Control : Yes

Hardware

  • Communication : Bluetooth specification Version2.0+EDR 1
  • Headphone Type : Closed, Dynamic
  • Microphone : Yes (Built-In) Omni directional
  • Remote Control : Yes (Play, Stop, Pause, FF, FR)

Wireless/Networking

  • Bluetooth® Technology : Bluetooth specification Version2.0+EDR 1

General

  • Design : Active Style
  • Diaphragm : PET
  • Interface : A2DP, AVRCP,HFP, HSP
  • Power On/Off : Yes

Power

  • Battery Charging (Approx) : Appox. 2.5H from empty to full
  • Battery Indicator : Yes
  • Battery Life (Approx) : Up to 7 hours continuous music playback or communication time, up to 100 hours standby time (approx.) 2
  • Battery Type : Built-in Lithium ion rechargeable battery

In the Box

  • Aditional ear buds S,M,L (x2)
  • AC Adaptor
  • Warranty card

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Product Reviews

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( Rated 2.7 out of 5 Stars AVERAGE RATING | 10 REVIEWS Ratings Snapshot )

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3 of 10 (30%) customers would recommend this product to a friend

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Reviewer: Heffer (Los Angeles, cA)

Date 16-Nov-2008

I've had this product forless than a month

73of98 people found this helpful

UGLY

Pros: great audio, earbuds are comfy, easy to use, battery life

Cons: design: UGLY, behind the neck strap

The audio is excellent. The initial comfort is good. But the design...what were they thinking?! I only bought these by default. The only active/athletic bluetooth set in the market. It took my a whole week b/f I had the guts to where these at the gym. Once I did I couldn't look anyone in the eye. If you want to keep girls from bothering you at the gym buy this headset that looked like it came from a bad 80's sci-fi flick. I'm gonna have to mod these to look somewhat decent. Another thing that bothered me was the behind-the-neck strap when looking left and right or while on the bench press it seemed to interfere. I adjusted to set to make it better. The earbuds themselves are comfortable and pump out great sound. I would love to see a bluetooth version of the AS100W. But please Sony, think of your audience. The demographic for this item are young, fit, early adopters who are conscientious about fashion. I love being wireless, but I don't know if my ego can take it. I also own the BT50, BT15, BT8iP, and BTA2W

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Reviewer: kulbit (hollywood fl)

Date 6-Oct-2009

I've had this product for1-3 months

3of5 people found this helpful

used for work it works

Cons: mic., should be closer to moth so it dose not pick up back round noise.voulm dose not go high enough when playing music

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Reviewer: cyclebob (Boca Raton, FL)

Date 26-Jul-2009

I've had this product forless than a month

6of7 people found this helpful

just ok

Pros: Fit reasonibly well and secure. Blu tooth works well

Cons: Sound is just fair. No life to it. Can't rest your head back

Sound if just fair and dull. Unable to rest your head back. These are for excercise mostly and secure for that. They are not in my oppinion for casual listening. Blue tooth works well. i am returning them for a more conventional headphone.

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Reviewer: Cardio (Atlanta, GA)

Date 10-Jun-2009

I've had this product for6-12 months

7of7 people found this helpful

Good but not Great

Pros: Have not broken and maintains a great connection

Cons: Will not stay on your ears, No Bass, Ugly and very ugly

These Headsets are ok and they are the longest lasting pair that I have owned, that is not necessarily a good thing. My sweaty work-outs have destroyed everything from S9's to the "Meant for sweat" Jaybirds and also a pair of Bluetreks. I was an early adopter and have had these Sonys for close to a year and have not had a mechanical failure with them. That is where the good news ends. The bad is that they really don't fit well enough for running. They tend to flop around and come off the ears. The speakers emit no Bass at all unless they are firmly in your ear, but like I stated already, they don't stay there. Oh yeah and they are Butt Ugly. I will keep wearing these for now because I have rather intense work-outs and they don't seem to be affected by sweat. Just waiting on the next company to finally get everything right.

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Reviewer: CoolSonyFan (Dallas)

Date 14-Nov-2008

I've had this product forless than a month

8of10 people found this helpful

One of the Best!!

Pros: Superior Sound, Cool Design, Great Connection

Cons: None So Far

The previous review mention about the iPhone limitation - DUH!! IT IS the iPhone that does NOT support A2DP (Stereo Bluetooth)!! It's not Sony's fault for Apple's "flawed music phone"!! As for the review: One of the best stereo bluetooth headset around!! Known reliable Sony product, great sound and superb bluetooth connection. Couldn't be happier!!

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Reviewer: AndyL (Anchorage, AK)

Date 1-May-2010

I've had this product for3-6 months

6of6 people found this helpful

Charging problems twice over.

Pros: Sound quality, fit, wireless

Cons: Battery, charging, power, price

At first I was impressed, then it all went south. Style was off-putting but had a good feel on my head and earbuds fit well in my ear canal. They connected to my iphone with ease and the sound quality was just as good as my wired earbuds. After 3 workouts battery life dropped to less then 30 minutes. A couple more workouts and the headphones wouldn't charge. I have since sent them back to sony repair. In the mean time I picked up a second set thinking it was a fluke. Problem is the new set is doing the exact same thing. If it's perspiration that's causing the issue then why is sony advertising "moisture guards for intense workouts"? Until I can get a pair that will last more then a week, I can't recommend them for anyone. Hopefully sony will stand behind there product and send out a working pair that really is usable for exercise.

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Reviewer: maxi (KA)

Date 17-Apr-2009

I've had this product forless than a month

3of9 people found this helpful

not worth a penny

Pros: NIL

Cons: bad design.

What was supposed to be its positive aspect of its design, became the negative point of this product. Its not that I dont like sony products, they r best when it comes to address consumer needs, having said that, I wonder what were they really thinking while designing this product. Its the most disappointing purchase I ever made till date.forget about jogging with this on, it never stays on the ear, because of unbalance distribution of its weight. I'm sorry sony, you got it wrong this time.My search for nice wireless earphones continues...

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Reviewer: stephen25lc

Date 19-Mar-2010

I've had this product forless than a month

6of6 people found this helpful

stephen25lc

Pros: wireless, long battery life, volume control

Cons: volume density low, no sweat resistance, awkward design

There are many things to say about this type of head phones. I am going to start with the pros first. The biggest advantage these head phones have are that they are wireless, and they don't have a problem syncing to a bluetooth device. The next good thing I can say about them are, you can wear them for long periods of time, and they will not lose battery power. Last it has a volume control button. The cons to this would be that it's has a low density of volume, when worn while you are performing physical fitness this product will not resist against your sweat, and most of all the design is very awkward. I have troubles trying to compact it into my pocket in order to transport it. If you want to purchase this product I suggest you research it very well before purchasing it.

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Reviewer: Jorgepla (Mexico)

Date 11-Jun-2009

I've had this product for1-3 months

5of11 people found this helpful

Problemas with sweat

Pros: fine when they work

Cons: Prowlems with power, asume sweat

This pair of headphones has give me a lot of problems with charging, battery altough claimed to last long it only last 20-30 mins max. and they charge one day and few other days they wont charge. I asume untill the inside sewat evaporates. please dont buy

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Reviewer: toto (va)

Date 15-Feb-2009

I've had this product for1-3 months

4of10 people found this helpful

Very good almost excellent

Pros: lightweight, no cords, great sound

Cons: loses connections

Overall i would recommend this strongly.

VIEW FOOTNOTES

  1. Interoperability and compatibility among Bluetooth® devices varies.
  2. Actual battery life and charging times will vary based on product settings, usage patterns, battery and environmental conditions.
  3. The connected Bluetooth device is required to support A2DP (Advanced Audio distribution Profile).
  4. The connected Bluetooth device is required to support HFP (Hands free Profile) or HSP (Headset Profile).
  5. The connected Bluetooth device is required to support AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile).
  6. Enhanced Data Rate.

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