Phonic Ear 330T216 Easy Listener II Transmitter User Manual
Phonic Ear, Inc. Easy Listener II Transmitter Users Manual
Users Manual
3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:29 PM 216MHz user guide 230R receiver 330T transmitter 470-2856-119 compact speaker AT0806 distributed ceiling speaker AT0664 cluster ceiling speaker Page 2 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:29 PM Page 6 contents introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 understanding sound field and its benefits .2 installation tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 basic system guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 basic system package components and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6 230R receiver features . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-8 330T transmitter features . . . . . . . . . .9-10 230R setup and operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-13 330T setup and operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-22 330T transmitter aux-in . . . . . . . . . . .23 230R receiver aux-in . . . . . . . . . . .24-25 auxiliary output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26-33 speaker setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34-35 compact speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36-41 distributed ceiling speakers . . . . . . . . .42-45 cluster ceiling speaker . . . . . . . . . . . .46-48 advanced system setup advanced speaker daisy-chaining . . . . .49-51 adjusting 3 band equalizer . . . . . . . . . . . .52 adjusting squelch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 optional accessories (not included) . . .54-55 troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56-57 caring for your system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 Phonic Ear channel numbers and corresponding frequencies . . . . . . . . . . . .59 product specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . .60-62 warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63-65 code of federal regulations . . . . . . . . .66-67 regulatory approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:29 PM Page 7 introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your new EasyListener 2 sound field system! With proper care and use it will become one of your most valuable classroom tools for many years. Students will be able to consistently and easily understand what the teacher is saying, regardless of his/her location in the classroom. Teachers can now speak all day in their normal voice and will suffer far fewer vocal problems as a result. Numerous studies show that classrooms using sound field enjoy better student comprehension, increased student participation, better grades and fewer behavioral referrals. Read this manual carefully to become familiar with your system and to get the most out of its many features and options. 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:29 PM Page 8 understanding sound field and its benefits without sound field • • • • co ug h! distance noise echo vocal fatigue with sound field • • • • distance noise echo vocal fatigue 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:29 PM Page 9 installation tips Before you set up your system, take a good look around your room. Where are the outlets located? Where are the computers and other electronic equipment? Where can you put your receiver so it's easy for you to reach, but out of the way of students and main traffic areas? Though each classroom is different, there are some general guidelines for both receiver and speaker placement: The receiver — should be in the front of the classroom at teacher's eye level when standing, close to a wall outlet. Try to keep it at least six feet (19.5 meters) away from computers or other electronic equipment, since there may be interference if it is placed too close to these devices. Compact wall speakers — should be mounted as high as possible and angled down toward the listeners' ears. Place them around the room so there is even coverage in the listening area (where the students are seated). Use as many as needed — four is recommended.* Distributed ceiling speakers — space them evenly above the students’ seating area. A minimum ceiling height of 10 feet is necessary, and 12 feet is even better. Use as many as needed — a minimum of four is recommended.* Cluster ceiling speaker — should be centered directly over the students’ seating area. A minimum ceiling height of 12 feet is recommended, and 14 feet is even better. * For optimal speaker placement, download Sound field Wizard software from our website at www.phonicear.com. 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:29 PM Page 10 basic system guidelines To help ensure that you get the most out of your new sound field system, we have put together the following list of suggested guidelines: Charge the batteries every night. Rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride batteries (included with system) last approximately 12 hours between charges, but should be recharged every night so they are ready to go in the morning. Plan on buying new NiMH batteries (only Phonic Ear brand can be used) after 12 months of use. Alkaline batteries can also be used as backups, and will last approximately 15 hours. Alkaline batteries cannot be recharged by the system. Do not coil the microphone cord. Since it also acts as your antenna, coiling or wrapping the cord will affect its range and may also reduce its life. Speak at a normal level — the system is projecting your voice for you. Periodically check the volume and OptiVoice settings. These are often set and then forgotten, but if accidentally changed, will affect how your system sounds. 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:29 PM Page 11 basic system package components and accessories 10 11 12 13 14 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:29 PM Page 12 230R base station receiver power supply, receiver (040-7402-105) 330T body-worn transmitter power cord, receiver (USA/CAN) (AT0787) speakers (compact wall speaker shown here) 10 antenna, receiver (AT0831) 11 330T transmitter charging cord (1.3mm – Dual 1.3mm) (300-6497-105) 12 elastic belt (AT0712) rechargeable AAA batteries (374-30-310-09) *speakers packaged separately accessory/transmitter kit (841-6440-101) aux out cable/(RCA 3.5mm) (AT0805) aux-in adaptor plug /(1/4 in – Dual RCA) (310-2544-1342) 13 aux-out adaptor plug/(3.5mm – 2.5mm) (310-2544-1341) 14 microphone/(AT0655 boom microphone shown here) 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:29 PM Page 13 230R receiver features front 18 10 11 12 13 17 15 back 14 16 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:29 PM Page 14 channel display 10 transmitter charge jack (1.3mm) sleep/standby power indicator light 11 3-band equalizer adjustment channel adjustment button 12 aux in jack (1/4 in) FM receiver signal light 13 speaker wire terminals OptiVoice™ control 14 number of speakers switch FM Volume control 15 aux out port (RCA) aux Volume control 16 aux out level control power button 17 squelch adjustment power cord jack 18 antenna 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:29 PM Page 15 top 330T transmitter features front back 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:29 PM Page 16 side channel number belt clip serial number battery compartment mute button charging input jack (1.3mm) auxiliary input jack (3.5mm) microphone input jack (2.5mm) 10 on/off, low battery and charging indicator light on = Dim red light low batt = Blinking light. When light starts blinking there is approximately 1 hour of battery life left. batt charging = Bright red light improper charging = No light 10 on/off(chg) switch 10 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:29 PM Page 17 230R setup and operation connecting power to 230R receiver Plug power supply (040-7402105) into power port on back of 230R receiver Plug power cord (AT0787) into power supply unit (040-7402-105) Plug power cord (AT0787) into wall socket Check to see that green light is on, indicating that unit has power Attach antenna to antenna port on back of 230R receiver 230R back AT0787 040-7402-105 11 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:29 PM Page 18 turning on 230R receiver Push power button Confirm that LED channel display lights 12 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:29 PM Page 19 adjusting channel setting 330T Push up or down channel adjustment buttons to set channel on receiver to match transmitter channel Make sure that receiver channel matches transmitter channel NOTE: There are 19 channels available in the 216MHz frequency. See page 61 for a complete list of Phonic Ear channel numbers and corresponding frequencies. 13 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:29 PM Page 20 330T setup and operation inserting batteries Push off battery compartment door Insert rechargeable AAA NiMH batteries included with system (or alkaline batteries) into compartment and replace door. Check polarity markings to make sure batteries are positioned correctly. NOTE: Before the first use, batteries must be charged for 12 hours. After that, we recommend charging for 12 hours every night for up to 12 hours of battery life. 14 3745 EL2 System User Guide 5a 2/24/04 4:29 PM Page 21 charging batteries Do not attempt to charge alkaline batteries. The fail safe charging system will not allow alkaline batteries to be charged. NOTE: Sleep/standby power light on receiver will remain lit in off position. then 15 Push power button to turn 230R receiver off. Switch transmitter power to off (chg) position 3745 EL2 System User Guide 5b 2/24/04 4:29 PM Page 22 charging batteries (cont’d) Plug 300-6497-105 charging cord into charge jack on top of 330T body-worn unit(s) Plug 300-6497-105 charging cord into charge out jack on back of 230R receiver Confirm that bright red LED display is lit 230R (back) 300-6497-105 NOTE: We recommend charging for 12 hours every night for up to 12 hours of battery life. Charge only rechargeable NiMH batteries from Phonic Ear. 16 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:29 PM Page 23 turning on 330T transmitter Push power switch up to turn transmitter power on Confirm that red indicator light is on LED indicator light functions: on = Dim red light low battery = Blinking light. When light starts blinking there’s approximately 1 hour of battery life left. battery charging = Bright red light improper charging = No light 17 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:29 PM Page 24 wearing 330T transmitter Clip to belt (AT0712), pocket, pants, etc. or AT0712 Attach lavalier (AT0512-BK)* to clip on the back of transmitter or AT0512-BK *Lavalier not included with system package 18 3745 EL2 System User Guide 4:29 PM Page 25 plugging in microphone 19 2/24/04 Plug microphone into mic jack on 330T unit When wearing microphone, keep antenna/cord as straight as possible. Do not coil. 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:29 PM Page 26 wearing microphone (there are four microphone styles available for use with the EasyListener 2 system) ★★★★ = most compatible ★ = least compatible Maximum distance from mic to mouth is 6 in/(15cm); 3 in/(7.5cm) is ideal. optional optimum AT0655 boom mic (two wearing options) ★★★★ AT0814 earhook mic ★★★★ 15cm/ 6in max. 7.5cm/3in AT0816 collar mic ★★ AT0291-L directional lapel mic ★★ 20 3745 EL2 System User Guide 10 2/24/04 4:29 PM Page 27 adjusting OptiVoice™ setting Set OptiVoice switch to medium OptiVoice is a 3-position switch that automatically adjusts the sound quality of the primary speaker’s voice. It allows teachers to shape the sound of their voice and helps to ensure maxium speech clarity in low, medium and high noise levels. low: Recommended for use in low-noise situations and for most natural voice quality. medium: Recommended for everyday use. Best setting for average classrooms where lowmedium noise levels are present. high: Recommended for use in high noise levels. Helps to ensure top comprehension during critical tasks such as test-taking or hearing impaired instruction. NOTE: With each increase in level, there is an increase of approximately 3dB in gain (volume). This may require you to decrease your volume setting to avoid potential microphone/speaker feedback. 21 3745 EL2 System User Guide 11 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 28 setting FM volume Follow steps 1 or 2 below to adjust FM volume setting to proper level. Two people are needed to set the volume level. It is difficult to hear your own voice and make adjustments to it. NOTE: The average volume setting is between 4–5, but may change depending on room acoustics and noise level. With a sound level meter - Take a level reading in the “A” setting in the center of the Without a sound level meter - First, ask someone other than yourself (if you are the teacher) to listen to the amplified voice and make volume adjustments. An ideal volume level is achieved when the listener can hear the amplified voice at a comfortable level and the volume level from the speaker and teacher’s mouth is comparable. If you can hear yourself through the loudspeakers, the volume setting is too high and should be decreased 22 room during normal classroom activity, and another reading of the teacher's amplified voice (without the class activity). The level of the teacher's voice should be set between 10-15 decibels above room noise level. 3745 EL2 System User Guide 12 2/24/04 4:30 PM 330T transmitter aux-in connecting CD, TV and other audio sources (optional) The 330T aux in jack allows transmission of an external audio source such as a CD player, TV, VCR, or computer. AT0529A (antenna) OR 300-6332-107 (3.5mm – dual RCA) OR Plug in microphone or external antenna (AT0529A) Connect 330T to auxiliary sound source using either the 300-6332-107 cord or the 384-01-210-08 cord NOTE: OptiVoice will affect the sound 384-01-210-08 (3.5mm – 3.5mm) TV 23 Page 29 transmitted through the 330T transmitter. Set the OptiVoice to low position for most faithful reproduction of music, etc. 3745 EL2 System User Guide 13 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 30 230R receiver aux-in connecting CD, TV and other audio sources (optional) 310-2544-1342 For most connnections from CD player, TV, stereo or other audio sources, insert aux-in adaptor plug (310-2544-1342) into aux in port Connect audio source to adaptor plug using AT0702-25 (optional accessory – not included with system. See accessory list on page 55) AT0702-25 24 3745 EL2 System User Guide 14 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 31 adjusting aux volume control Turn aux volume control to adjust CD, TV, stereo and other audio sources plugged into aux in. Depending on setup, you may have to adjust volume of external audio source. NOTE: OptiVoice does not affect aux sound. 25 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 32 auxiliary output 15a rebroadcasting to other receivers The auxiliary output feature allows transmission, or rebroadcasting of the primary teacher’s voice directly to a student’s personal FM system, regardless of their channel or frequency. Using AT0805 cord, attach 3.5mm end of cord into aux in port of transmitter. NOTE: (Lexis unit shown here. See chart on next page for list of compatible products and input adaptor plug sizes. Adaptor plug 310-2544-1341 may be required). Using AT0805 cord, attach transmitter to aux out port Adjust level setting for transmitter using compatibility chart on following page 26 3745 EL2 System User Guide 15b 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 33 aux out transmitter compatibility chart and level setting guide NOTE: Common transmitters and recommended level settings are shown below. Because the level control is universal, other transmitters not listed below may be used as well – simply adjust the aux out level control until the receiver wearer hears a strong distortion-free signal. product name/part Easy Listener 330T Sprite 300TS Sprite 300TS-216 Solaris 571T Lexis 871T transmitter Phonak Campus TX5 Phonak HandyMic TX3 Phonak MicroVox TX2 aux in jack size aux out level setting 3.5mm 3.5mm 3.5mm 3.5mm 3.5mm* 3.5mm* 3.5mm*† 2.5mm Ouput range: The range of the aux out level control is 0V–1.0Vrms, linear * For transmitters with a 3.5mm jack size, simply attach the transmitter to the AT0805 aux out accessory cord. For 2.5mm products, use the aux out adapter plug (310-2544-1341) † Requires special adaptor cord provided by Phonak 27 3745 EL2 System User Guide 16a 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 34 team-teaching with 211 receiver and handheld microphone system 211R (back) Connect one end of the AT0573-1 cable to Output jack on back of 211R unit Connect the other end to the aux in jack on back of the 230R receiver Extend 211R receiver antenna 230R (back) 28 3745 EL2 System User Guide 16b 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 35 using 31HT handheld microphone first teacher Make sure that channel number indicated on front of 230R receiver matches channel number on the back of 330T unit No channel change is necessary on the 211R and handheld mic – they are factory set to match Set Volume control on back of 211R to approximately 1/3 of the way to it’s highest level setting Adjust the Aux Volume control on front of 230R to proper level 230R (front) AT0573-1 330T (back) second teacher, or student 211R (back) 29 3745 EL2 System User Guide 17a 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 36 team-teaching with body-worn personal receiver & transmitter units 310-2544-1342 300-6332-107 receiver Insert aux-in adaptor plug (3102544-1342) into aux in port on back of 230R Connect aux-in adaptor cord (3006332-107) to adaptor plug. (Match red to red and white to white.) Plug other end of aux-in adaptor plug into aux jack on body-worn receiver *If a different receiver is used, a different adaptor cord may be required. NOTE: Second teacher should be wearing a transmitter on same channel as receiver (see diagram on next page) 30 3745 EL2 System User Guide 17b 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 37 team-teaching with body-worn personal receiver & transmitter units (cont’d) first teacher 230R (front) 41 330T second teacher 32 31 transmitter 32 receiver Make sure that channel number indicated on front of 230R receiver matches channel number on the back of 330T unit Second Teacher* Make sure that channel number indicated on receiver matches channel number on the transmitter Set volume level on team-teaching receiver to 2/3 max (6 -7 out of 10). Set aux volume on 230R to comfortable level (usually 4 -5). First Teacher * Refer to page 32 for channel pair combinations not recommended with a 72MHz system. 3745 EL2 System User Guide 17c 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 38 72MHz & 216MHz channel pair combinations not recommended for team teaching operation 72MHz band frequency 216MHz band frequency effected 72.025MHz (Ch1) 72.075MHz (Ch2) 72.125MHz (Ch3) 72.175MHz (Ch4) 72.225MHz (Ch5) 72.275MHz (Ch6) 72.325MHz (Ch7) 216.075MHz (Ch42) 216.225MHz (Ch45) 216.375MHz (Ch48) 216.525MHz (Ch51) 216.675MHz (Ch54) 216.825MHz (Ch57) 216.975MHz (Ch60) possible Phonic Ear transmitter/receiver combinations: transmitters 300T 300TS 300R 571R 575R • • • • • • • • • 300TS-216 330T 571T 32 3745 EL2 System User Guide 18 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 39 transmitters that can be used with 230R receiver ★★★★ = most compatible transmitter compatible (no adaptor cord required) ★ = least compatible performance rating accessory needed comments 330T-216 EasyListener 2 ✔ ★★★★ none 300TS-216 Sprite ✔ ★★★★ none Lexis transmitter (as mic) ✔ ★★★ ✔ Phonak Handymic TX3 (as mic) N/A N/A N/A a) built-in mic has high level of feedback b) requires use of external mic, which the Handymic will not accommodate Phonak Campus S TX5 ✔ ★★★ ✔ a) omni mic has extreme feedback issues b) recommend use of external boom mic from Phonak Phonak MicroVox TX2 ✔ ★★★ ✔ 33 a) Lexis requires the use of AT0655 boom mic b) May require use of external antenna for better range (389-02-120-02) c) set microphone to omni mode d) set sensitivity level to high recommend boom mic 3745 EL2 System User Guide 19 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 40 speaker setup connecting speakers to 230R Lift speaker cable connector tab 230R back Insert exposed cable wire as far as it will go into connector hole (red to red; black to black), then push tab down to secure cable. Pull on cable slightly to make sure connection is secure. NOTE: Use at least 18 GA Plenum speaker wire (included with system) 34 3745 EL2 System User Guide 20 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 41 setting number of speakers Verify number of speakers switch is set to 4 if using 4 speakers Set switch to 2 if using cluster ceiling speaker or a 1-3 daisy-chaining speaker configuration Selecting the proper setting allows for: • optimal power distribution and optimal system performance number of speakers 35 Verify the number of speakers switch is set to 4 on back of 230R 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 42 470-2856-119 compact speaker features back speaker with wall bracket 1 bracket mounting hole 2 speaker wire input terminals wall mount bracket (470-7329-103) Consult bracket mounting guide included with bracket packaging for complete installation instructions. 36 3745 EL2 System User Guide 21 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 43 compact speaker hookup and adjustment Red to Red and Black to Black Attach AT0581 speaker cable to back of speaker. Insert red-tipped cable into red speaker connector and black-tipped cable into black speaker terminal. Loosen thumb screw on side of bracket to adjust speaker position. Tighten screw to hold speaker in desired position. AT0581 NOTE: Pull on cable slightly to make sure connection is secure. 37 3745 EL2 System User Guide 22 2/24/04 4:30 PM where to mount compact wall speakers Based on your classroom acoustics and seating arrangement, speaker placement will vary. top view D2 D2 D1 D1 D2 D2 D1 D1 ceiling D2 front view • For an average sized classroom, 4 speakers are recommended • Mount on walls, ceiling beams, or other structure • Place speakers as high up as possible • Aim speakers down toward listeners’ faces. • The farthest listener each speaker can serve should be less than twice as far away as the closest listener. (D2<2D1 in diagram) ceiling D2 D1 wall wall D1 Page 44 For optimal speaker placement, download our sound field wizard software from our web site at www.phonicear.com. 38 3745 EL2 System User Guide 23a 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 45 standard four-speaker setup For other speaker connection options, see page 49 • For average-sized rooms (30 x 30 ft) speaker cable hookup (back of each speaker) number of speakers Verify the number of speakers switch is set to 4 on back of 230R • Sound will not come through until all speakers have been hooked up. teacher 230R speaker terminals NOTE: When installing compact wall or ceiling speakers, keep cord flush to wall and away from foot traffic. 39 3745 EL2 System User Guide 23b 2/24/04 4:30 PM standard four-speaker daisy-chaining option For advanced speaker connection options, see page 49 • Daisy-chaining allows setup with shorter cable lengths single speaker cable hookup (back speaker 2 & 4) • For optimum performance, daisy chain speakers in pairs: e.g. speakers 1-2, then 3-4 rather than 1-2-3-4 separately number of speakers double speaker cable hookup (back of speaker 1 & 3) Page 46 Verify the number of speakers switch is set to 4 on back of 230R 230R speaker terminals NOTE: Be sure to plug one speaker set on right, and one speaker set on left side of terminal. 40 3745 EL2 System User Guide 24 2/24/04 Page 47 walk, talk, and listen to quality (Initial setup only; reposition speakers if necessary.) Ask another person to assess volume levels from front and back of room while you speak top view 41 4:30 PM • Make certain that speakers are angled down toward student seating area. • Adjust FM volume setting as necessary 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 48 AT0806 distributed ceiling speaker features front back 1 mounting tabs 2 speaker grill 3 speaker input terminals NOTE: Tile bridge must be used with acoustic drop ceiling installations. See instruction sheet enclosed with ceiling speakers for complete installation instructions. attached speaker back enclosure (back can) 5 470-7347-106 metal tile bridge 42 3745 EL2 System User Guide 25 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 49 attach speaker wires Attach the speaker wires to the speaker terminals by pressing in each compression terminal to reveal an “eye”, inserting the wire, and releasing the terminals to lock the cable in place. NOTE: Connect red to red and black to black. 43 3745 EL2 System User Guide 4:30 PM Page 50 where to mount distributed ceiling speakers fluorescent lighting transformer >30cm/1ft • Space speakers evenly over listening area • >3m/10ft minimum ceiling height recommended • >30cm/1ft distance from fluorescent lighting transformer is recommended >3m/10ft 26 2/24/04 44 3745 EL2 System User Guide 27 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 51 distributed ceiling speaker wire hookup • Wiring should go above ceiling tile NOTE: Use at least 18 GA Plenum speaker wire included with system. number of speakers Verify the number of speakers switch is set to 4 on back of 230R 230R speaker terminals NOTE: Sound will not come through until all speakers have been hooked up. 45 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 52 AT0664 cluster ceiling speaker features top 1 safety wire bottom 2 speaker cable crimp connectors 46 3745 EL2 System User Guide 28 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 53 where to mount cluster ceiling speaker • Center speaker over listening area fluorescent lighting transformer • >30cm/1ft distance from fluorescent lighting transformer is recommended >30cm/1ft >3.7m/12ft 47 • >3.7m/12ft minimum ceiling height is recommended 3745 EL2 System User Guide 29 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 54 cluster ceiling speaker setup Remove 60 x 60 cm/2 x 2 ft ceiling tile Lower speaker into space Secure safety wires Connect and crimp speaker cable (run cable along wall) safety wires beam Red to Red/ Black to Black number of speakers Set number of speakers switch to 2 on back of 230R 48 3745 EL2 System User Guide 30a 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 55 advanced system setup daisy-chaining with 3 speakers 230R back number of speakers Set number of speakers switch to 2 49 compact speaker input terminals shown here Be sure to connect speaker wires to the designated terminals for best performance and sound distribution 3745 EL2 System User Guide 30b 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 56 daisy-chaining with 6 speakers 230R back number of speakers Set number of speakers switch to 4 compact speaker input terminals shown here Be sure to connect speaker wires to the designated terminals for best performance and sound distribution 50 3745 EL2 System User Guide 30c 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 57 daisy-chaining with 8 speakers 230R back number of speakers Set number of speakers switch to 4 compact speaker input terminals shown here 51 Be sure to connect speaker wires to the designated terminals for best performance and sound distribution 3745 EL2 System User Guide 31 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 58 adjusting 3-band equalizer (This setting should be adjusted by sound professionals ONLY) ATTENTION: If you are not a sound professional, we do not recommend that you alter the 3-band equalizer settings. Use screwdriver to adjust the low, mid and high settings. Turn to the right to add base, mid and high tones. Turn left to decrease. A properly adjusted equalizer optimizes the system’s sound quality and reduces feedback. Making improper adjustments could result in a degradation in sound quality and performance. 52 3745 EL2 System User Guide 32 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 59 adjusting squelch (This setting should be adjusted by sound professionals ONLY) Using a screwdriver turn the control slightly to 1 the left (counter clockwise) to increase the system's range and to the right (clockwise) to decrease the system's range. The squelch setting increases or decreases the system’s range by disabling the receiver audio when the transmitter signal is below the threshold point. It also allows the ability to re-use a channel, provided that systems coverage area is installed more than 200ft apart (indoors). For best results, ask someone to help you by wearing the transmitter and walking away from the base station receiver towards the perimeters of the room. When you begin to hear noisy static, you know you've reached the system's internal range limits. Increase or decrease the range slightly, and re-test by repeating this step. (In most cases the system's range will go well beyond the typical classroom.) If noise or signal interference persists, make sure systems in adjacent classrooms are turned off. Re-test range and set squelch for the minimum system range to reduce external interference. Contact Phonic Ear Service if extra assistance is required. 53 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 60 optional accessories (not included with system) speaker accessories microphone styles AT0655 AT0814 AT0816 AT0291-L behind-the-neck boom microphone earhook microphone FM collar microphone with mute switch directional microphone with lavalier cord transmitter accessories receiver accessories AT0749 AT0512-BK AT0801 wall transformer/ charger for 330T lavalier cord aux-box (adds four additional audio inputs) AT0579 AT0579-T speaker floor stand (requires AT0582 stand adaptor) table-top stand (requires AT0582 stand adaptor) 211 wireless microphone system for teamteaching and student pass-around use 54 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 61 optional accessories (not included with system) cont’d auxiliary input adaptor cords 384-01-210-08 AT0702-25 aux-in adaptor cord (3.5mm– 3.5mm) 330T to external audio, TV, VCR, DVD, computer, etc. aux-in adaptor cord (dual RCA– dual RCA) 230R to external audio, TV, VCR, DVD, etc. 55 300-6332-107 AT0529A aux-in adaptor cord (3.5mm – dual RCA) 330T to external audio, or team-teaching antenna (for use with auxiliary input only) 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 62 troubleshooting no FM reception (green FM indicator light on front of receiver is not on) • Verify the receiver is turned on • Verify the transmitter is turned on (note that red LED indicator light will be dim red) • Verify the frequency number on the receiver matches the frequency number on 330T transmitter • Verify transmitter batteries have been charged • Verify batteries are inserted properly • Verify that receiver antenna is connected weak sound from speaker(s) • Make sure AT0655 boom microphone (or other microphone) is being worn correctly • Increase FM and/or Aux Vol control • Reposition the microphone closer to the speaker’s mouth • Check that none of the speakers are blocked or covered • Verify that the speaker wires are properly connected to 230R speaker terminals (reinsert each one deep into terminal socket) • Reposition speakers closer to the listeners 56 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 63 troubleshooting (cont’d) receiver is receiving a signal but no sound is coming from speaker • Verify microphone is connected properly to transmitter and is working correctly • Confirm that transmitter mute switch is in off position (un-depressed) feedback from speaker(s) • Turn down the volume on the 230R receiver • Reposition mic closer to mouth • Make sure the person wearing the transmitter is not too close to the speaker(s) • Make sure AT0655 boom microphone (or other mic) is being worn correctly 57 speaker(s) is picking up FM interference or hum • Check to make sure no other wireless systems are operating on similar frequencies • Check to make sure the system is placed more than 6ft from a computer • Check to make sure metal objects are not placed too close to transmitter or speaker(s) (i.e. jewelry, metal shelves) 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 64 caring for your system cleaning Clean as needed, using a soft, damp cloth. other important notes • Protect your sound field system from excessive moisture, heat, and mechanical shocks. • Always dispose of old batteries in approved battery recycling bins. It may be illegal to dispose in the trash. If you are not sure of proper disposal method, please consult your local authority. • Clean with a soft damp cloth and remove the batteries from the transmitter. Place the system into the accessory/transmitter kit. • The case bottom and top of the 230R and the 040-7402-105 receiver power supply can get warm under normal operation. • To protect the transmitter’s case front, position it face down on a soft surface when removing or inserting the batteries. 58 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 65 EasyListener 2 channel numbers and corresponding frequencies channel number 41 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 59 frequency 216.025 216.075 216.125 216.175 216.225 216.275 216.325 216.375 216.425 not available channel number 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 frequency .216.525 .216.575 .216.625 .216.675 .216.725 .216.775 .216.825 .216.875 .216.925 .216.975 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 66 product specifications base station receiver: 230R receiving frequency frequency stability modulation AF frequency response power output auxiliary input level auxiliary output aux input impedance FM signal-to-noise THD nominal deviation maximum deviation squelch 216MHz, synthesized (U.S./Canada) FM narrow-band 20Hz - 20kHz, -3dB (Aux in) 70Hz -10kHz, -3dB (FM in) on/off, FM volume, Aux volume, OptiVoice, channel up/down installer controls 3-band equalizer, squelch, speaker configuration selector 14W into 8Ω/28W into 4Ω displays dimensions (WxHxD) 300mVrms (-10dBV) 0.25in stereo 0-1Vrms adjustable via rear panel, RCA 47kΩ weight case 2 digit channel LED display and LED for “FM signa” 21.9 x 5.4 x 16.2 cm/ 8.6 x 2.1 x 6.4 in 1.11kg/2.45lb steel, powder coat finish > 63dB, A weighted < 3% @ 1kHz maximum output ±5kHz ±10kHz RSSI-type squelch level adjustable via rear panel power supply 20VDC @ 3A charge port user controls (front) ±500Hz 0O to 50O C 5VDC, 200mA 60 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 67 product specifications (cont’d) transmitter: 330T transmitting frequency modulation FM narrow-band operating range up to 50m/160ft user controls inputs/outputs battery life dimensions (WxHxD) weight case battery/power/ charge LED 61 216MHz, crystal controlled (U.S./Canada) off/on push button mute switch 3.5mm auxiliary input jack 2.5mm microphone input jack 1.3mm charge jack 15Hr (AAA alkaline) 12Hr (AAA NiMH) 5.9 x 8.2 x 2.0 cm/ 2.3 x 3.3 x 0.8 in 74.8g/2.64oz (with batteries) compact speakers: 470-2856-119 speaker type impedance 8Ω nominal continuous power 30W peak power 80W frequency response 65Hz to 20kHz -10dB dimensions (WxHxD) 12.7 x 22.2 x 14cm/ 5 x 8.75 x 5.5 in weight mounting speaker wire ABS plastic, painted on (dim): power on flashing: low battery – 1 hour life remaining on (bright): charging Bass reflex; 8.9cm/3.5in woofer 2.5cm/1in soft-dome tweeter sensitivity 1.75kg/3.86lbs wall mounting brackets provided (tabletop/floor stands also available) AT0581 7.3m/24ft, 14.6m/48ft, and 18.3m/60ft lengths available 88dB, 1W @ 1m 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 68 product specifications (cont’d) distributed ceiling speaker: AT0806 speaker type impedance sensitivity coaxial: 6in woofer, .5in tweeter 8Ω nominal 90dB, 1W @ 1m continuous power 35W peak power cluster ceiling speaker: AT0664 speaker type impedance sensitivity continuous power 4 full-range 20cm/8in speakers 8Ω nominal 96dB, 1W @ 1m 40W 70W frequency response 30Hz to 15kHz frequency response 65Hz to 20kHz dimensions (WxHxD) dimensions (DIA x D) 203 x 5.7 cm/9 x 2.25 in 16.5 x 14 cm/ 6.5 x 5.5 in weight mounting speaker wire min ceiling height 1.1kg/2.4lbs acoustic ceiling metal tile bridge (470-7347-106) AT0581 7.3m/24ft, 14.6m/48ft, and 18.3m/60ft lengths available 3m/10ft weight mounting speaker wire min ceiling height enclosure 4.53kg/10lbs replaces 2ft x 2ft acoustic ceiling tile; includes safety wire AT0581 7.3m/24ft, 14.6m/48ft, and 18.3m/60ft lengths available 3.7m/12ft fire and smoke emission rated 62 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 69 warranty time period of warranty This warranty will go into effect upon the date of purchase and will stay in effect as long as the instrument remains the property of the original owner. EASYLISTENER 2™, VOCALIGHT™ and ONWAVE™ have a 3-year warranty. All other products have a 1 year warranty. what is covered by this warranty Any electronic component, which because of workmanship, manufacturing or design defects, fails to function properly under normal use during the life of this warranty will be replaced or repaired at no charge for parts or labor, when returned to the factory service center. Transportation in and out is paid by the customer. If it is determined that repair is not feasible, the entire unit may be replaced with an equivalent unit upon mutual agreement of the manufacturer and customer. 63 what is not covered by this warranty This limited warranty does not apply to: 1. Malfunctions resulting from abuse, neglect or accident 2. Instruments connected, installed, used or adjusted in any manner contrary to instructions provided by the manufacturer 3. Consequential damages and damages resulting from delay or loss of this instrument. The exclusive remedy under this warranty is strictly limited to repair or replacement as herein provided 4. Products damaged in transit unless investigated by the shipper and returned to the warrantor with the investigation report 5. Peripheral accessories as itemized within the product specification sheet as applicable, when such items are returned within 1 year from original purchase 6. Batteries if applicable 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 70 warranty (cont’d) Phonic Ear Inc. reserves the right to make changes in the design or construction of any of its instruments at any time without incurring any obligation to make any changes whatsoever on units previously purchased. This warranty is in lieu of all other expressed warranties. All expressed and implied warranties will terminate upon the expiration of this written warranty. No representative or person is authorized to represent or assume for us any liability in connection with the sale or use of our products other than as set forth above. what to do if you need service If you require service under the warranty terms, obtain a service order form either online at www.phonicear. com/support.asp or through our U.S. customer service department at 800.227.0735, then press 7 (or +1.707.769.1110 outside the U.S.). Fill the form out completely remembering to include: 1. Description of the problem 2. Your billing address 3. Your shipping address (if different from billing address) 4. Contact name and phone number 5. A P.O. number if the equipment is not under a warranty or service contract 64 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 71 warranty (cont’d) Then, carefully package the equipment in the original shipping container to prevent damage and send it postpaid to the service center near you: USA/International: Phonic Ear Inc. 3880 Cypress Drive Petaluma, CA 94954-7600 U.S.A. In Canada: Phonic Ear Ltd. 10-7475 Kimbel Street Mississauga, Ontario L5S 1E7 Canada what to do if you have questions If you have any questions about service, call the service department at 800.227.0735, then press 7. 65 about your batteries To ensure that your batteries are as fresh as possible upon arrival, we have intentionally not installed them in your equipment. battery replacement It is recommended to re-order new rechargeable AAA NiMH batteries from Phonic Ear annually. 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 72 code of federal regulations (United States only) 21 C.F.R., part 801.420 - important notice for prospective hearing instrument users Good health practice requires that a person with a hearing loss have a medical evaluation by a licensed physician (preferably a physician who specializes in diseases of the ear) before purchasing a hearing instrument. Licensed physicians who specialize in diseases of the ear are often referred to as otolaryngologists, otologists, or otorhinolaryngologists. The purpose of a medical evaluation is to assure that all medically treated conditions that may affect hearing are identified and treated before a unit is purchased. The audiologist or hearing aid dispenser will conduct a hearing instrument evaluation to assess your ability to hear with and without a hearing instrument. The evaluation will enable the audiologist or dispenser to select and fit a unit best suited to your individual needs. Following the medical evaluation, the physician should give you a written statement which states your hearing loss has been medically evaluated, and that you may be considered a candidate for a hearing instrument. The physician should refer you to an audiologist or hearing aid dispenser, as appropriate, for a hearing instrument evaluation. Federal law restricts the sale of hearing instruments to those individuals who have not obtained a medical evaluation from a licensed physician. Federal law permits a fully informed adult to sign a waiver statement declining the medical evaluation for religious or personal beliefs that preclude consultation with a physician. The exercise of such a waiver is not in your best interest and its use is strongly discouraged. If you should have reservations about your ability to adapt to amplification, you should inquire about the availability of a trial rental or purchase-option program. Many dispensers now offer programs that permit you to wear the hearing instrument for a period of time for a nominal fee after which you may decide if you want to purchase that unit. 66 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 73 code of federal regulations (cont’d) children with hearing loss In addition to seeing a physician for a medical evaluation, a child with a hearing loss should be directed to an audiologist for evaluation and rehabilitation since hearing loss may cause problems in language development and the educational and social growth of a child. An audiologist is qualified by training and experience to assist in the evaluation and rehabilitation of a child with a hearing loss. transmitter This transmitter is authorized by rule under the Low Power Radio Service (47 C.F.R. Part 95) and must not cause harmful interference to TV reception or United States Navy SPASUR installations. You do not need an FCC license to operate this transmitter. This transmitter may only be used to provide: auditory assistance to persons with disabilities, persons who require language translation, or persons in educational settings; health care services to the ill; law 67 enforcement tracking services under agreement with a law enforcement agency; or automated maritime telecommunications system (AMTS) network control communications. Two-way voice communications and all other types of uses not mentioned above are expressly prohibited. This device may not interfere with TV reception or federal government radar, and must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. IMPORTANT NOTE: To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, only use supplied antenna that is sold with this transmitter. Use of any other antenna which has not been approved by the manufacturer will violate FCC rules and regulation and void the user’s authority to operate this device. This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:30 PM Page 74 regulatory approvals receiver: part 15, subpart B EasyListener 2 Receiver 230R The term "IC:" before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry of Canada technical specifications were met. Tested to comply with FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE 68 3745 EL2 System User Guide 2/24/04 4:29 PM Page 1 u.s.a. 800.227.0735, then press 5 • canada 800.263.8700 • europe +45 3917 7101 © 2004 Phonic Ear Inc. Phonic Ear and the names of Phonic Ear products are trademarks or registered trademarks of Phonic Ear Inc. in the U.S. and other countries. Product specifications and accessories subject to change without notice. 821-6440-102/Rev. A/3745 0304
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