Author:
Monica Porter
Date Of Creation:
17 March 2021
Update Date:
1 July 2024
Content
This wikiHow teaches you how to keep headphones that look new and in good standing for years through proper storage and low volume usage.
Steps
Part 1 of 2: Prevent physical damage
Just pull the plug, not the cable. When unplugging the headset from the audio source, grasp the connector firmly and pull. If you pull on the cable, pressure is applied to the plug and damage the headphones.
Use moderate force, not too hard. If the headphone jack is too tight, you can pull firmly but firmly. If you suddenly yank it out, the prong of the connector will be damaged.
Do not leave headphones on the ground. This is easy to understand, if the headphones are on the floor, there will definitely be times when you accidentally damage them. Always keep headphones on the desk, or store them if not in use.
Unplug headphones when not in use. After using it, do not leave the headset plugged in the jack. When you have to stand up or move suddenly, you can accidentally damage your headphones.
Wrap headphones when not in use. This is especially important for portable headphones that don't have a braided cable. If the cord gets tangled or knotted, the headset cable gets twisted and connection may be lost. So, you should not just put your headphones in your pocket, but wrap them neatly.
- You can cut a few V-marks on the edge of an unused loyalty card, or wrap your headset with a butterfly clip. These are very safe and inexpensive methods.
- Do not tie or apply any force to the cables.
Do not swing the headset. If you let the headphones swing freely, unnecessary force will be applied to the connection between the cable and the headset. You should refrain from letting your headphones hang down from your desk or bag.
Do not expose the headset to water. Like any other electronic device, headphones and water cannot be close together. If the headphones are immersed in water, remove them immediately, pour rubbing alcohol on and allow to dry for several hours. This way will help you recover your headphones from most water accidents that are not too serious.
Do not wear headphones to sleep. In addition to the damage to your hearing, tilting back and forth while sleeping can cause the cord to fold, or damage the headphones.
Find a protective case or box. If you usually carry your headphones with you, consider finding a box or soft bag for your headphones. You can find a carrying case specifically for your headset, or buy one designed for a variety of headphones.
Add a budget to buy better headphones. To create inexpensive headphones, manufacturers have cut all kinds of costs, including build quality. Instead of buying inexpensive headphones and having to watch out for the inevitable risks, invest in more expensive headphones with good shock resistance.
- Braided cable headphones will prevent wires from tangling and knots, and also last longer.
Part 2 of 2: Preventing damage to audio equipment
Turn down the volume before plugging in headphones. The headphones may be damaged if you connect them while the power volume is high. Turn down the volume on the audio device before plugging in headphones. Remember, you have to plug in your headphones before you put them on your ears.
- Once the headphones are plugged in, you can increase the volume up to a level that you feel comfortable with.
Keep the volume low. High volume not only affects hearing, but also damages the speakers of the headphones. This can cause the headphones to become distorted and squeaky frequently. If you hear the sound start to crack, the volume is too loud.
- Limit the maximum volume setting as this can increase the likelihood of headphone speakers damaging. If you want to increase the headphone volume but cannot increase the power volume any more, use a headphone amplifier.
Lower the bass (bass). Most headphones do not have a bass driver, so listening to too loud bass can quickly damage the speakers. Bass is a type of low-frequency sound that can put a lot of pressure on non-professional speakers. Use the source audio mixer to lower the bass, and turn off the "Bass Boost" option (if needed).
Use headphones that are capable of handling the output. It doesn't matter if you plug your headphones into your phone or computer, but when connecting to a high-quality stereo, you need to make sure the headphones can handle the output power. Weak headphones will quickly fail if you use them with strong power.
- Go through the headset's documentation to determine the number of Ω (ohms) the device can support, as well as the number of output Ω of the audio source.
Advice
- If you wrap the headset around the music player when not in use, be sure to unplug it as this may damage the cord.
- When buying headphones, choose the one with the pressure relieving ring (this plastic ring is at the end of the connector). This detail somewhat restricts the power cord being pulled out of the headset.
- Please use the volume restriction system of your stereo or MP3 player (if available). This will protect your hearing and help the headphones last for a long time
- Don't forget to take your headphones out of your bag before washing your clothes.
Warning
- Listening to music that is too loud for long periods of time will permanently damage your hearing.
- If others can hear music from your headphones, these are non-soundproof headphones. Usually, if you use soundproof headphones, outside your music will not be able to be heard. But if you wear soundproof headphones and other people can hear the music, the volume is very loud.
