Polk Ultrafocus 8000 Owners

wii166
wii166 Posts: 12
edited December 2013 in Headphones
First of all happy thanksgiving, i wish i bought these awhile ago and anyone who hasn't and was considering them needs to give them a try.

High's don't hurt my ears the mids are nice and the bass is adequate not as much as people are saying however but perfect more else the right amount and its accurate i don't even like classical music or opera music much but when i put these on it makes the music more enjoyable.

Anyways done with a simple review i wanted to know if anyone noticed a light on the headphones when its off. I can still see a light on and wouldn't that drain that battery's?
Pioneer 521-K
Polk monitor 70's Fronts
T15's Rear(upgrading to the monitor 30's)
CS1 center(upgrading to the CS2)
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  • sk88
    sk88 Posts: 159
    edited December 2013
    Mine doesn't do that.
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  • wii166
    wii166 Posts: 12
    edited December 2013
    I still see that blue light when its off from the side
    Pioneer 521-K
    Polk monitor 70's Fronts
    T15's Rear(upgrading to the monitor 30's)
    CS1 center(upgrading to the CS2)
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  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User] Posts: 0
    edited December 2013
    Hi @wii166

    The blue LED should definitely turn off when the power switch is in the off position. I'd suggest trying a new set of batteries just to see if the headphones act any different. If that doesn't solve the problem, give Polk customer service a call @1-800-377-7655 and they can help get you taken care of.

    -Jason
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  • angiechou
    angiechou Posts: 1
    Bought these a couple of months ago as a gift. When it was opened, no power at all on these. The batteries have been checked and replaced too. No luck. I am not sure what we are missing.
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  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User] Posts: 7,658
    Hello,
    Welcome to Polk's forum, I'm sorry you're having a problem. It might be a good idea to check with Polk's CS guys at 1-800-377-7655. They'll get you going, I have those headphones and they're great.
    Regards, Ken
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  • EDP
    EDP Posts: 4
    Did this ever get resolved? Mine is doing the same thing. Thought I would ask before calling Polk.
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  • pretzelfisch
    pretzelfisch Posts: 160
    I had a pair that would drain the battery in two to three days even if they were not turned on. Polk replaced them and the second pair have worked with normal battery life.
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  • Dabutcher
    Dabutcher Posts: 2,596
    Sent mine in too for not working. Two weeks before one year warranty ended. New ones work great. I like mine. Prefer the lighter sound of my HD 958 Sennheisers. So they get used more. Peace. D
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  • EDP
    EDP Posts: 4
    I sent mine in for repair out to Califorinia. Anyone know how long it might take? Will they send any kind of notification?? Thanks
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    [Deleted User] Posts: 7,658
    Hello,
    Usually repairs or replacement take around 7 to 10 days, depending upon individual circumstances. If you've provided them with an email address I believe they will use that to notify you. Telephone 1-800-377-7655 for more specific information.
    Regards, Ken
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  • EDP
    EDP Posts: 4
    Thanks Ken.
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  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User] Posts: 7,658
    You're welcome!
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  • EDP
    EDP Posts: 4
    Just an update. It took a week and I got a new set of UF8000!!!! Pretty stoked about the replacement and not a repair. All is good now. Thanks Polk Audio!!!
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  • Dabutcher
    Dabutcher Posts: 2,596
    Mine still drain the battery when shut off. Might just have to send them in again?
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  • MrBuhl
    MrBuhl Posts: 2,419
    I would - mine run forever on a set of batteries - I have only changed them once since I bought them and have made several cross country flights as well as vacation trips where I use them more heavily.
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  • maximillian
    maximillian Posts: 2,144
    From Polk's site, "Extra-long battery life: 40 to 60 hours with normal ANC usage". So if the light is still on then your battery will be dead in about 2 days. You should get them replaced. Removing the battery constantly as a stop-gap will put wear on the battery door snap, which will eventually break.
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