To connect the Technics EAH-AZ100, all you have to do is open the case, and nearby devices should detect it. If your mobile or computer does not support fast pair, you can enable pairing mode by holding your fingers to the backs of both earbuds in the case for several seconds until the “pairing” prompt plays, and the case starts to breathe blue at the indicator LED.

1. On your source device, open the Bluetooth menu and hit “scan.”
2. Open the Technics EAH-AZ100’s case, and hold your fingers on the backs of both earbuds until the status LED breathes blue.
3. In the Bluetooth menu of your source device, locate the Technics EAH-AZ100 in the list of available devices.
4. Tap it to connect.
5. (Optional) Install the Technics app for greater control and management.

The touch controls of the Technics EAH-AZ100 are fairly straightforward, though you can customize them in the app.

You can also dig into the settings to change the toggle behavior, for example: changing the ambient sound mode to toggle between passthrough and ANC on, or simply ANC and ANC off.

Technics EAH-AZ100 microphone demo (Office conditions):

Technics EAH-AZ100 microphone demo (Street conditions):

Technics EAH-AZ100 microphone demo (Windy conditions):

Technics EAH-AZ100 microphone demo (Reverberant space):

Given that the microphone doesn’t do so hot in the presence of noise, it sounds like there’s a bit to be desired for office workers. Still, the results are workable.