Introducing the Philips Wireless Headphones SHB5500: Unleash the Power of Music

Philips, a renowned brand in the world of electronics, has launched its latest wireless headphones, the SHB5500. Priced at an estimated $60, these headphones are designed to provide an immersive audio experience, perfect for music lovers and multitaskers alike. Congratulations on your purchase, and welcome to Philips! To fully benefit from the support that Philips offers, register your product at https://www.philips.com.pk/myphilips/login.html#tab=sign-up.

Important safety instructions

Hearing Safety

Danger: To avoid hearing damage, limit the time you use the headset at high volume and set the volume to a safe level. The louder the volume, the shorter the safe listening time is.

Be sure to observe the following guidelines when using your headset.

•    Listen at reasonable volumes for reasonable periods of time.
•    Be careful not to adjust the volume continuously upwards as your hearing adapts.
•    Do not turn up the volume so high that you can’t hear what’s around you.
•    You should use caution or temporarily discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations.
•    Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headset can cause hearing loss.
•    Using the headset with both ears covered while driving is not recommended and may be illegal in some areas while driving.
•    For your safety, avoid distractions from music or phone calls while in traffic or other potentially dangerous environments.

General information

To avoid damage or malfunction:

Caution

• Do not expose the headset to excessive heat.
• Do not drop your headset.
• Headset shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.
• Do not allow your headset to be submerged in water.
• Do not use any cleaning agents containing alcohol, ammonia, benzene, or abrasives.
• If cleaning is required use a soft cloth, if necessary dampened with a minimum amount of water or diluted mild soap, to clean the product.
• The integrated battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

About operating and storage temperatures and humidity

• Operate or store in a place where temperature is between -15ºC (5ºF) and 55ºC (131ºF) (up to 90% relative humidity.
• Battery life may be shorter in high or low temperature conditions.

Your wireless on-ear headset

Congratulations on your purchase, and welcome to Philips! To fully benefit from the support that Philips offers, register your product at https://www.philips.com.pk/myphilips/login.html#tab=sign-up. With this Philips wireless on-ear headset, you can:

• enjoy convenient wireless handsfree calls;
• enjoy and control wireless music;
• switch between calls and music.

What's in the box

1. Philips Bluetooth wireless on-ear headset SHB5500
2. USB charging cable (for charging only)
3. Quick start guide

Other devices
A mobile phone or device (e.g. notebook, PDA, Bluetooth adapters, MP3 players etc) which supports Bluetooth and is compatible to the headset.

Overview of your wireless on-ear headset

1. LED light
2. Call/Music button
3. Microphone
4. Micro USB charging slot 
5. Volume/Track control button

Technical data

The Philips SHB5500 wireless headphones come with a range of impressive features, including Bluetooth 4.0 technology for seamless connectivity, a frequency response of 10-22,000 Hz for a wide audio range, and a battery life of up to 12 hours, ensuring uninterrupted music enjoyment. These headphones also feature 32mm neodymium drivers for clear and powerful sound, and a weight of just 140g, making them comfortable for extended use.

• Up to 9 hours of music time or talk time
• Up to 200 hours of standby time
• Normal time for a full charge: 3 hours
• Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery (200 mAh)
• Bluetooth 3.0, Bluetooth mono support (Headset Profile - HSP, Hands-Free Profile - HFP), Bluetooth stereo supported (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile - A2DP; Audio Video Remote Control Profile - AVRCP)
• Operating range: Up to 15 meters (50 feet)
• Digital echo & noise reduction
• Auto power off

Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Get started

Charge your headset

Note

• Before you use your headset for the first time, charge the battery for 5 hours for optimum battery capacity and lifetime.
• Use only the original USB charging cable to avoid any damage.
• Finish your call before charging the headset, as connecting the headset for charging will power the headset off.
• You can operate the headset normally during charging.

Connect the supplied USB charging cable to: 

• the micro USB charging slot on the headset and; 
• the charger/USB port of a computer. 
  • LED turns white during charging and turns off when the headset is fully charged.

Tip: Normally, a full charge takes 3 hours.

Pair the headset with your mobile phone
Before you use the headset with your mobile phone for the first time, pair it with a mobile phone. A successful pairing establishes a unique encrypted link between the headset and mobile phone. The headset stores the last 8 devices in the memory. If you try to pair more than 8 devices, the earliest paired device is replaced by the new one. 

1. Make sure that the mobile phone is turned on and its Bluetooth feature is activated.
2. Make sure that the headset is fully charged and turned off.
3. Press and hold until the blue and white LED flashes alternately.
   • The headset remains in pairing mode for 5 minutes.
4. Pair the headset with the mobile phone. 

For detailed information, refer to the user manual of your mobile phone.

The following example shows you how to pair the headset with your mobile phone.

1. Activate the Bluetooth feature of your mobile phone, select Philips SHB5500.
2. Enter the headset password "0000" (4 zeros) if prompted. For those mobile phones featuring Bluetooth 2.1+EDR or higher, no need to enter a password.

Use your headset

Connect the headset to a Bluetooth device

1. Turn on your mobile phone/Bluetooth device. 
2. Press and hold to turn the headset on. 
   • The blue LED flashes.
   • The headset is reconnected to the last connected mobile phone/Bluetooth device automatically. If the last one is not available, the headset tries to reconnect to the second last connected device.

Tip: If you turn on the mobile phone/Bluetooth device or activate the Bluetooth feature after turning on the headset, you have to reconnect the headset and mobile phone/Bluetooth device manually.

Note: If the headset fails to connect to any Bluetooth device within range in 5 minutes, it will switch off automatically to save the battery life.

Manage your calls and music

Other headset indicator status

Wear your headset

Adjust the headband to fit your head.

Tip: After use, twist the headset for easy storage.

Description

The Philips SHB5500 wireless headphones are designed with a sleek and stylish appearance, making them a great accessory for any outfit. The headphones feature swiveling ear cups for easy storage, and a foldable design for convenient portability. The cushioned ear cups and headband provide a comfortable fit, even during long listening sessions. The SHB5500 also comes with a built-in microphone and remote, allowing for hands-free calling and easy control of music playback.

Setup Guide

To set up the Philips SHB5500 wireless headphones, follow these simple steps:

1. Charge the headphones using the included USB cable.
2. Turn on the headphones by sliding the power switch to the "on" position.
3. Pair the headphones with your device by enabling Bluetooth on your device and selecting "SHB5500" from the list of available devices.
4. Once paired, you can control the headphones using the buttons on the ear cup. The middle button controls play/pause, while the plus and minus buttons control volume and track selection.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Seamless Bluetooth connectivity
• Comfortable fit and sleek design
• Impressive sound quality with powerful bass
• Long battery life
• Built-in microphone and remote for hands-free calling and music control

Cons

• No active noise cancellation feature
• May not fit securely for some users during exercise

Customer Reviews

Customers have praised the Philips SHB5500 wireless headphones for their comfortable fit, impressive sound quality, and long battery life. The sleek design and easy-to-use controls have also been popular features. However, some users have noted that the headphones may not fit securely during exercise, and there is no active noise cancellation feature.