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Sony MDR-IF540RK

The Sony MDR-IF540K is a high-end wireless headphone set that is designed to provide a comfortable form of mobility for users who don't like to be limited to the length of a connected wire. With the headphones comes a high-power infrared wireless transmitter, headphones, a rechargable battery with up to 45 hours of battery life, a connecting cable, and a UniMatch plug adapter and AC power adapter. The MDR-IF540K headphones also include additional features such as an 90 degree transmission angle, auto on/off that is triggered when headphones are put on your head, a vibration function for games and movies with level volume control, a single volume control dial, easy connection supported, Ferrite Magnets and up to a 24 foot transmission range. The Sony MDR-IF540K wireless headphones were released on May 26, 2006 and have an MSRP of $99.99, which is listed on the official Sony website.

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Sony MDR-IF540RK
MSRP $99.99
Release date May, 2006
Brand Sony
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Infrared system minimizes outside interference
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Charger is built-in
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Infrared system means the base unit must be visible to the headphones limiting flexibility
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Audible hiss and static if not setup properly
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Difficult to properly setup
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Key Specs

  • Infrared Wireless support with a maximum transmission range of up to 24 feet away
  • Mute function
  • gold plated connectors
  • Connect to TV, PC, or VCR
  • Frequency Response: 18Hz - 22,000Hz
  • Infrared Carrier Frequencies: Right 2.8MHz, Left 2.3MHz
  • Effective Range : 24 ft (7m) at ±90° angle; 10 ft (3m) at ±45°angle
  • Driver Unit: 30mm
  • Power Requirements: Rechargeable NiMH battery (supplied) or AA batteries x 2 (optional)
  • Magnet: Ferrite
  • Release Date: 05/26/2006
  • MSRP: $99.99

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Sony MDR-IF540RK

• Sony MDR-IF540RK Wireless Headphone System with Rechargeable Battery

• Sony MDR-IF540RK Infrared Cordless Headphone System

UPC: 027242610040

EAN: 027242610040

MPN: MDRIF540RK

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Omar

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November 5, 2008
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Pros

  • Infrared system minimizes outside interference
  • Charger is built-in

Cons

  • Infrared system means the base unit must be visible to the headphones limiting flexibility
  • Audible hiss and static if not setup properly
  • Difficult to properly setup

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dbenhur

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December 14, 2008
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  • Infrared system means the base unit must be visible to the headphones limiting flexibility
  • Audible hiss and static if not setup properly
  • Difficult to properly setup

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MDR, IF, 540, RK, MDRIF, IF540, 540RK, MDRIF540, IF540RK, MDRIF540RK