3M PELTOR TACTICAL 100 User manual

ELECTRONIC HEARING PROTECTOR
MORE S OUN D . LESS NOISE.
TACTIC A L 100
ELECTRONIC HEARING PROTECTOR
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TACTICAL 100
The Peltor™Tactical 100 Hearing Protector suppresses gunshot noise and amplifies
low-level sounds using proprietary 3M technologies. Adaptive frequency response
reduces background noise for clearer conversations and hearing of commands.
The variable suppression time feature provides optimal echo reduction in indoor
shooting environments.
CONTENTS:
FEATURES _________________________________________________________ 3
INSTRUCTIONS _____________________________________________________ 5
TROUBLESHOOTING __________________________________________________ 8
USER INFORMATION _________________________________________________ 9
CAUTIONS ________________________________________________________ 10
NOISE REDUCTION RATING ___________________________________________ 11
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MORE S OUN D . LESS NOISE.
TACTIC A L 100
ELECTRONIC HEARING PROTECTOR

POWER AND VOLUME:
Turn On/Off/Volume control knob
clockwise to power headset.
Performance is best when
volume is set to lowest level
needed for conversation.
Connect device using 3.5 mm stereo audio cable
supplied. Turn on headset. Use headset to control
ambient volume. Use device to control input volume.
AUDIO INPUT:
BEEP
BEEP
BEEP
CLICK
SECONDS
2
2 HOUR
AUTO SHUT-OFF
BEEP
BEEP
BEEP
CLICK
SECONDS
2
2 HOUR
AUTO SHUT-OFF
INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLING BATTERIES: FITTING HEADSET:
Install two 1.5V AAA
batteries as shown. Replace
battery door top-end first.
Fully extend sliders and place cups over ears
so that microphones are facing forward.
Then, tighten headband using sliders.
BEEP
BEEP
BEEP
CLICK
SECONDS
2
2 HOUR
AUTO SHUT-OFF
FEATURES
SLIDERS
MICROPHONES
SINGLE ON/OFF AND VOLUME CONTROL
3.5 mm STEREO AUDIO INPUT JACK
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FOLDING HEADBAND
CUSHIONED SEALING RINGS
EASY-ACCESS BATTERY DOOR
3.5 mm AUDIO CABLE
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IMPORTANT USER INFORMATION
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131°F
For best protection, ear cushion sealing rings should seal firmly against head. Anything
that interferes with the seal — such as long hair (pull back to the extent possible),
thick or poorly fitting eyeglass temples, pencils or caps — will lessen the protection.
Do not bend or reshape the headband, as this will cause a loose fit and sound leakage.
Earmuffs must be regularly inspected for cracks or worn parts and replaced as needed.
Typical life for foam cushion sealing rings is six months.
Clean the exterior of the hearing protector regularly with soap and warm water.
Do not immerse in water.
Do not store the hearing protector behind a windshield or at temperatures
above 131°F (55°C).
Certain chemical substances may damage this product. Contact the manufacturer
for more information.
INSTRUCTIONS
LOW BATTERY WARNING: AUTO SHUT-OFF:
Headset will beep 3 times
rapidly when battery is low. An
additional warning will occur as
hearing protector powers down.
Replace batteries at this time.
After 2 hours of non-activity, a 10-second
countdown will begin before hearing protector
automatically powers down. To reset auto shut-off,
simply adjust volume knob.
After auto shut-off, turn On/Off/Volume knob to
“off” position for 2 seconds, then back to “on.”
BEEP
BEEP
BEEP
CLICK
SECONDS
2
2 HOUR
AUTO SHUT-OFF
BEEP
BEEP
BEEP
CLICK
SECONDS
2
2 HOUR
AUTO SHUT-OFF
BEEP
BEEP
BEEP
CLICK
SECONDS
2
2 HOUR
AUTO SHUT-OFF
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TROUBLESHOOTING
If battery door separates from tether,
insert tether clip into battery door clasp
as shown.
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BEEP
BEEP
BEEP
CLICK
SECONDS
2
2 HOUR
AUTO SHUT-OFF
BATTERY DOOR TETHER:
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CAUTION
If instructions are not followed, bodily injury may result or protection may be severely affected.
When interference increases or the sound level becomes too weak, it is time to change the batteries.
Do not store with the batteries installed. A leaking battery may cause bodily injury or damage to the
hearing protector.
These hearing protectors help reduce exposure to hazardous noise and other loud sounds. Misuse or
failure to wear hearing protectors at all times when you are exposed to noise may result in hearing
loss or injury.
If there is any drainage from your ear or if you have a hole in your eardrum, consult with your
physician before wearing hearing protection. Failure to do so may result in hearing loss or injury.
For proper use, see user instructions or call 3M Technical Service toll free at 1-800-494-3552.
TO REDUCE THE RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH HARMFUL NOISE OR CHEMICALS:
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NOISE REDUCTION RATING (NRR)
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has selected the Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) as
the measure of a hearing protector’s noise-reducing capabilities. 3M makes no warranties as
to the suitability of the NRR as a measure of actual protection from any noise level since such
protection depends on the sound level (loudness), how long you listen to the loud sound and
how well you fit the earmuff over your ears. Although hearing protectors can be recommended
for protection against harmful effects of impulse noise, the NRR is based on the attenuation
of continuous noise and may not be an accurate indicator of the protection attainable against
impulse noise, such as gunfire.
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The NRR for the Peltor™Tactical 100 Hearing Protector is 22 dB(A). Improper
fit of this device will reduce its effectiveness in attenuating noise. Consult
the enclosed instructions for proper fit.
The level of noise entering a person’s ear when a hearing protector is
worn as directed is closely approximated by the difference between the
A-weighted environmental noise level and the NRR.
Attenuation (ANSI S3.19 – 1974)
NOISE REDUCTION RATING
EXAMPLE
1. The environmental noise level as measured at the ear is 92 decibels (dBA).
2. The NRR is 22 dB(A).
3. The level of noise entering the ear is approximately 70 dB(A).
CAUTION
For noise environments dominated by
frequencies below 500 Hz, the C-weighted
environmental noise level should be used.
The NRR used in the above example was
achieved under laboratory conditions.
Noise
Reduction
Rating
3M COMPANY
ST. PAUL, MN MODEL TACTICAL 100
THE RANGE OF NOISE REDUCTION RATINGS
FOR EXISTING HEARING PROTECTORS
IS APPROXIMATELY 0 TO 30
(HIGHER NUMBERS DENOTE GREATER EFFECTIVENESS)
Federal law prohibits
removal of this label
prior to purchase
LABEL REQUIRED BY
U.S. E.P.A. REGULATION
40 CFR PART 211
SUBPART B
(WHEN USED AS
DIRECTED)
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DECIBELS
AUDIO INPUT LEVEL
The audio level in the hearing protector is dependent on the audio input level. To prevent
harmful noise levels, the hearing protector audio level is limited to 82 dB(A) when connected
to a Personal Music Player (PMP). If the hearing protector is connected to a PMP or other
device with a very high output level, it is the user’s responsibility to set the audio input level to
a safe level. The maximum permitted audio input level for 8 hours of usage time, compressed
speech and music is 188 mV.
WARRANTY
The Peltor™Tactical 100 Hearing Protector is warranted to be free of defects in material and
workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. 3M will, at its
option, repair or replace without charge, except for transportation costs, parts that fail under
normal use and service when operated and maintained in accordance with our instructions.
This warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse, abuse or unauthorized modifications.
For technical assistance and spare parts, please call 1-800-494-3552.
3M and Peltor are trademarks of 3M.
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