Press Release Sony s New Portable Headphone Amplifier PHA-1 Delivers Powerful Sound Quality Hong Kong, December 6, 2012

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1 Press Release Sony s New Portable Headphone Amplifier PHA-1 Delivers Powerful Sound Quality Used with the Latest Balanced Armature Series Earphones for a Higher Level of Music Enjoyment PHA-1 XBA-40 Portable Headphone Amplifier PHA-1 USB Audio 96kHz/24bit compatible for high resolution music source High quality Digital Audio Converter (DAC) to achieve maximum sampling rate at 96kHz/24 bit quantization PC jitter-free USB Audio with Asynchronous Transfer Mode GAIN switch allows headphones of a wide range of impedances to be used Balanced Armature (BA) in-ear earphones series Micro-size Balanced Armature driver unit (full-range + double woofer + tweeter) reproduces smooth and clear vocals, with rich and powerful bass New PCOCC cord reproduces an excellent signal transmission and a clearer sound Magnesium inner housing holds the driver units rigidly for smooth sound response (XBA- 30/30iP & XBA-40/40iP); Special ABS plastic outer housing prevents unwanted vibration for clear mid-high range sound Micro-size Balanced Armature driver unit allows for a super small body, and ultimate wearing comfort Hong Kong, December 6, 2012 Sony today announced the launch of the new portable headphone amplifier PHA-1 and the latest Balanced Armature (BA) in-ear earphones series (XBA-10/10iP, 1

2 XBA-30/30iP and XBA-40/40iP). Designed for music lovers, the PHA-1 headphone amplifier and XBA earphones enhance sound quality effectively when used with portable audio players or smart phones, allowing users to enjoy a great listening experience. The PHA-1 is an ideal portable audio accessory for users on the move. In addition to multi-audio player support, the PHA-1 allows direct digital transfer from ipod, iphone and ipad devices, enhancing the sound quality for music enjoyment when users are browsing the internet or watching films. The PHA-1 also features high quality DAC and PC jitter-free USB Audio with Asynchronous Transfer Mode to support up to a 96 khz/24 bit high resolution audio signal. Using high quality parts normally associated with high-end audio components to enhance sound quality, the PHA-1 has isolated analogue and digital circuits to minimise unnecessary internal electrical noise as well as an aluminium shielded case to prevent external interference noise. Additionally, the PHA-1 features custom integrated circuits which are designed for generating high quality sound and an Operational Amplifier that offers low distortion, low noise and a high slew rate for analogue signals. Compatible with many music players, the portable headphone amplifier has a battery life of approximately 10 hours in analogue mode and five hours when used in digital mode with ipod, iphone or ipad. The PHA-1 also comes with a GAIN select switch which allows for headphones of a wide range of impedances to be used. Superior sound delivered by XBA earphones The introduction of the latest Balanced Armature earphones series means that Sony will provide users with a superior crystal clear in-ear audio experience. Incorporating the micro-sized BA driver units with high sensitivity, coupled with the PC-OCC cord that reproduces an excellent signal transmission and a clearer sound, the new XBA earphones deliver high resolution sound and outstanding sound isolation with enhanced comfort. The new XBA earphones are available in a stylish and compact design with gold and silver colour options. Featuring a new double layered housing design, the XBA-30/30iP and XBA-40/40iP combine high quality magnesium inner housing (liquid crystal polymer housing for the XBA- 10/10iP) with the special ABS material outer housing to reproduce clear distortion free mid-high range sounds. The ultimate in superior sound performance, the top of the range XBA-40/40iP come with Quad Balanced Armature Drivers which feature full-range Woofer, Tweeter and Super Woofer units, delivering an immersive rich soundscape across all frequencies - ranging from profound bass to bright and detailed high frequency sound. The XBA-30/30iP feature dynamic Triple Balanced Armature Drivers with full-range, Woofer and Tweeter units, reproducing crystal clear audio quality. The entry models XBA-10/10iP have one Balanced Armature driver to produce an even response across the full sound range, with consistently high sensitivity over low to high frequencies. 2

3 Compatible to ipad, iphone and ipod, the XBA-10iP, XBA-30iP and XBA-40iP also offer remote control functions for enhanced convenience. Each model comes with seven pairs of hybrid silicone earbuds in different sizes, three pairs of noise isolation earbuds and a cord adjuster; bringing a convenient and comfortable listening experience to users. Sony s new portable headphone amplifier PHA-1 and XBA in-ear earphones series will be available as follows: Models Prices Launch Dates Portable Headphone Amplifier PHA-1 HK$3,980 January 2013 XBA-10 HK$580 XBA-10iP HK$680 XBA-30 HK$1,980 Mid of December 2012 XBA-30iP HK$2,080 XBA-40 HK$2,480 XBA-40iP HK$2,580 Pre-ordering Sony portable headphone amplifier PHA-1 will be available for pre-ordering from December 17, 2012 to January 13, 2013 at the Sony Store, Sony Store online ( and Sony telesales hotline at (852) Customers ordering the PHA-1will enjoy a 10% discount offer on any XBA earphones or MDR-1 headphones series purchase at the Sony Store (effective for one month from the date of pickup). For customer enquiries, please contact Sony sales and services hotline at (852) About Hong Kong Marketing Company Hong Kong Marketing Company (HKMC), a division of Sony Corporation of Hong Kong Limited, provides sales, marketing and after sales services for Sony s consumer electronics products as well as broadcast and professional products in Hong Kong and Macau. For more information on Sony s products and services, please visit its web site on About make.believe make.believe (make dot believe) is a Group-wide brand message that unites Sony s communications initiatives across electronics, games, movies, music, mobile phones and network services. make.believe symbolizes the spirit of Sony the power of creativity, the ability to turn ideas into reality and the belief that anything you can imagine, you can make real. # # # 3

4 Product specifications of Sony portable headphone amplifier PHA-1: Model Frequency range Supported impedance Maximum input Maximum output (when using the built-in lithium-ion rechargeable battery) Audio output Audio input PHA-1 10 Hz 100 khz (AUDIO IN input) Distortion 0.01% or less (1 khz) 8 Ω Ω 1 Vrms (AUDIO IN) Approx. 175 mw mw (8 Ω, 10 % distortion) Approx. 26 mw + 26 mw (300 Ω, 10 % distortion) Stereo mini jack (Only a 3-pole stereo mini plug is supported. Other plugs, including 2-pole mini plug or 4-pole stereo mini plug, are not supported.) Stereo mini jack Micro-USB (type B) Dedicated connector for ipod/iphone/ipad Operating temperature 0 C to 40 C Charging temperature 5 C to 35 C Power source Built-in lithium-ion rechargeable battery USB power (USB connector from PC to the portable headphone amplifier) Voltage Built-in lithium-ion rechargeable battery: DC 3.7 V USB power: 5V Battery life *1 AUDIO IN: Approx. 10 hours *1 ipod/iphone/ipad (Digital IN): Approx. 5 hours *1 Charging time Approx. 4.5 hours *2 Dimensions Approx mm (w/h/d, projecting parts are not included) Mass Approx. 220 g Supported sampling frequencies/bit USB input: Maximum 96 khz/24 bit Included items PHA-1 (this unit) (1) 30pin-USB cable (1) Audio cable for WALKMAN (1) Micro-USB cable (1) Stereo mini cable (1) Silicone belt (4) Protection sheet (1) Operating environment Compliant OS: Windows 7 Starter (SP1 or later)/ Home Basic (SP1 or later)/ Home Premium (SP1 or later)/ Professional (SP1 or later)/ Ultimate (SP1 or later) 4

5 Windows Vista Home Basic (SP2 or later)/ Home Premium(SP2 or later)/ Business (SP2 or later)/ Ultimate (SP2 or later) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Windows XP Home Edition (SP3 or later)/ Professional (SP3 or later)/ Media Center Edition 2004 (SP3 or later)/ Media Center Edition 2005(SP3 or later) Mac OS X ( or later) CPU: Pentium II 266 MHz or better USB port (USB 2.0 Full Speed). - The unit is not guaranteed to operate with all computers. - The unit is not guaranteed to operate with home built computers, operating systems that are personally upgraded, or multiple operating systems. - The unit is not guaranteed to operate with functions such as system suspend, sleep, or hibernation, on any computer. Remarks *1 when using the unit at 1 mw + 1 mw output (24 Ω). Time may vary, depending on the immediate environment or conditions of use. *2 Time required for empty battery to recharge. Trademark Notices - WALKMAN and WALKMAN logo are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. - ipad, iphone, ipod, ipod classic, ipod nano, and ipod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. - Made for ipod, Made for iphone, and Made for ipad mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to ipod, iphone or ipad,respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with ipod, iphone or ipad may affect wireless performance. - Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. - Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. - All other trademarks and registered trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. In this manual, TM and R marks are not specified. 5

6 Product specifications of Sony earphones XBA-40/40iP, XBA-30/30iP and XBA-10/10iP: Model XBA-40/40iP XBA-30/30iP XBA-10/10iP Type Closed, Quad Balanced Armature Closed, Triple Balanced Armature Closed, Balanced Armature Driver unit Quad Balanced Armature Triple Balanced Armature Balanced Armature Power handling 100 mw (IEC*) capacity Impedance 8 Ω at 1 khz 12 Ω at 1 khz 24 Ω at 1 khz Sensitivity 108 db** Frequency 3 Hz 28,000 Hz 4 Hz 28,000 Hz 5 Hz 25,000 Hz response Cord 1.2 m cord, using PCOCC (Y-type) Plug XBA-10/30/40: Gold-plated L-shaped stereo mini plug/ XBA-10iP/30iP/40iP: Four-conductor gold-plated L-shaped stereo mini plug for ipod with remote function Mass Approx. 8 g (without cord) Approx. 7 g (without cord) Approx. 3 g (without cord) Microphone Open circuit voltage level: 42 db (0 db=1 V/Pa) For ip version only Supplied accessories Hybrid silicone rubber earbuds: SS (red) (2), MS (yellow) (2), M (green) (attached to the unit) (2), ML (blue) (2), L (light blue) (2), LL (purple) (2) Noise isolation earbuds: M (green) (2), L (light blue) (2) Cord adjuster (winds cord up to 50 cm) (1) Clip (1) Carrying case (1) * IEC = International Electrotechnical Commission ** 150 mv input Hybrid silicone rubber earbuds: SS (red) (2), MS (yellow) (2), M (green) (attached to the unit) (2), ML (blue) (2), L (light blue) (2), LL (purple) (2) Noise isolation earbuds: M (green) (2), L (light blue) (2) Cord adjuster (winds cord up to 50 cm) (1) Clip (1) Carrying case (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Hybrid silicone rubber earbuds: SS (red) (2), S (orange)(2), MS (yellow) (2), M (green) (attached to the unit) (2), ML (blue) (2), L (light blue) (2), LL(purple) (2) Noise isolation earbuds: M(green) (2), L (light blue) (2) Cord adjuster (winds cord up to 50 cm) (1) Clip (1) Carrying pouch (1) 6