Panasonic RP-WF930-S 900 MHz Wireless Headphones

by Panasonic

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 13 x 9 x 6.5 inches ; 9.1 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0002ICGCK
• Item model number: RPWF930S
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (28 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 23, 2004

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Bringing dynamic home-theater sound to a private listening environment, Panasonic's RP-WF930-S wireless headphones include a surround-processing circuit so you can enjoy the full effects of home theater any time day or night--without disturbing family or neighbors and without getting tangled in wires.

Operating on multiple channels in the 900 MHz frequency-band, these wireless headphones achieve optimal sound by continually and automatically locating and locking onto the strongest signal and the clearest channel. They offer a range of up to 200 feet from the charging/transmission base, depending on the environment, and FM audio transmission allows them to transmit through walls and floors. The result is clean, clear audio when watching the latest blockbuster movie or listening to a favorite audio CD or radio station.

The battery is good for up to 20 hours of use between charges in the supplied charging stand.

What's in the Box
Headphones, battery, charging stand, a user's manual, and warranty information.

Product Description

Wireless Audio Headphones with Surround Sound Control / Built-in NIMH rechargeable system and stand / 40mm Driver / 20Hz to 20,000Hz Response

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

108 of 109 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Much better than expected, January 24, 2005

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Eric Janosko "eazy_e13" (Rochester, NY) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Panasonic RP-WF930-S 900 MHz Wireless Headphones (Electronics)

I've been looking for wireless headphones for quite a while for use at college. I look at countless models from several companies. I read review after review on Amazon and other sites. Finally, I read a review on cnet.com that compared these headphones to other (and more expensive) models from Sony and Sennheiser. Of the reviewed models, it got one of the highest ratings even though it was the cheapest models. So, I decided to take a chance with Panasonic.

The results? I couldn't possibly be happier. The sound from the headphones is much better than every other wireless I have heard. I would even go as far to say that it's better than quite a few plug-in headphones. I will say that I use them for music (both from a stereo and straight through my computer), so I really don't know how well they work with television and movies, but I can't imagine it would be too different.

The range is incredible. I've walked outside my house, down the street, and into a friend's house on another road without having any interference whatsoever. In fact, interference is a very rare thing, period. I once got a little bit of whine in the background, but I quickly realized that came from the channel I was using being too close to my wireless internet channel. So, I changed the channel and everything was clear once again. Other than that, I've never had any problems, even in cement block and brick filled areas.

Comfort wise, they are not bad at all. The strap automatically adjusts to any size, so no need to mess with anything for sizing. The actual speaker section completely covers the ears, blocking out just about all other sounds and keeps the sound from being heard outside the headphones. The only problem here is that they do cause your ears to get a little warm, but that's to be expected.

The battery life is excellent and the charger/receiver is not too bulky or large. The headphones are also very easy to actually put on the charger (unlike some of the Sony models). The headphones also have a switch on them to turn them off, so just having them off the charger will not run the power as long as you turn them off. This is a feature I noticed is not on a lot of other models either.

Like I said before, I couldn't be happier with these headphones. They work like the expensive models with the price of the cheaper ones. I highly suggest them to anyone not looking to break their bank, but wanting a quality set of wireless headphones.

***UPDATE*** I noticed a lot of people have looked at this recently and I just wanted to give an update on my usage. The headphones still work very well, except my range here at college is not as good as at home. Of course, my dorm hall is all concrete block and filled with cell phones and wireless routers. So naturally, they don't work quite as well, but I would still recommend them for the price comapared to the more expensive ones.

53 of 55 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Panasonic got this one perfect!, February 6, 2005

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Kent Roorda (Denver, CO United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Panasonic RP-WF930-S 900 MHz Wireless Headphones (Electronics)

I've owned these headphones for at least a month now, and are using them with a high-end Bose Lifestyle system. I originally got some $300 Bose headphones, but they were an overpriced disappointment and I returned them to Bose. These Panasonic headphones are wireless (very convenient) and have great range with virtually no distortion/interference. The sound is clean and pure, and they feel great on my head. In the review, they say that there is a Surround Sound processor. Well, it works, and one can clearly (even better than with my Bose speakers) hear the distinct seperation not only between right, left, and center, but also between front and rear. When it comes time for recharging (which is not often, as a charge can provide up to 20 hours of listening), you just set the headphones on their base, and that's all there is to it. Panasonic provides all the plugs and adapters one could/would need to be able to use the headphones with any system. In fact, with my system, I am driving the headphones from my Aux outputs. Since there is a Volumn Control right on the headphones, the fixed output from my Aux outputs works perfectly and it allows me to use the headphones with or without speakers. Panasonic did real well (as they usually do) on this product and I would recommend it to anyone and everyone. For $59 bucks, nothing touches it or comes close to it.

19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars OK FOR THE $59 PRICE, April 28, 2005

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J. Labbe - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Panasonic RP-WF930-S 900 MHz Wireless Headphones (Electronics)

Ultra comfortable headphones with some static. Remember that static is common to all wireless headphones (possibly not $300+ units...never tried any at this price range for obvious reasons mainly price). Often after longer use periods 30 minutes or over, the sound cuts out and the tuning button must be pushed to connect back. Occasionally, this will not work for long and the headphones must be turned off and on again.
I found it quite difficult to find good ratings for ANY Wireless Headphones so research on many sites before you make any choices.

THE GOOD...

Ultra comfortable with the best auto size adjustment,
Easy to use buttons,
Surround Sound mode which works well with some applications,
Good charging base and easy to put on base,

THE BAD...

Lots of static most of the time,
Sound cuts out occasionally

UPDATE...

After 6 Months of use, I would not buy this product again, who knows...interference could be coming from my old apartment wiring but this is not a great product. One plus is it has the best and most comfortable head adjustment I have tried.