Amplicomms BTH 1410-NL User manual
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1 Volume control
2 LED indicator
3 Off-hook/On-hook button
4 Microphone button for room monitoring
5 Balance left/right (only applicable when connected to an ordinary earp-
hone/headphone)
6 Tone clarity button
7 Audio line-out socket for earphone
8 Jack for charging cable (micro USB)
9 On/Off switch
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BTH 1410-NL
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Getting started
Getting started
Box contents
• 1 Receiver with induction neck-loop
• 1 AC adapter with Micro USB for charging the receiver
• 1 User guide
Charging the battery
Charge the battery for about 3 hours before first use. Switch off the receiver
(position OFF).
1 Attach the micro USB plug (power adapter) to the charging jack on the
receiver.
2 Attach the power supply to a wall outlet. The LED indicator will flash
green whilst the power supply is connected and the unit is charging.
Important: please make sure you’ve read the safety information on page
24 before you set up your device.
• A fully charged battery provides up to 5 hours of listening enjoy-
ment.
• To conserve battery power, the receiver automatically shuts off if no
signal is detected for a period of approx. 5 minutes or when the level
is too low.
• Standby time: up to 180 hours (when the receiver is connected to a
device but not playing any sound)
• Auto off: when the receiver is turned on without any connection to
Bluetooth devices, it will be turned off after 5 minutes. To turn on
the receiver again, you should first slide the power button to the
“OFF“ position. Then slide it back to “ON“ again.
• After Auto off: if the power button is not slided to “OFF“ the battery
can last up to 1.5 months.
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Introduction
This neckloop receiver is designed to be used especially in conjunction with
T Coil hearing aids. Whether you use monaural or binaural hearing aids, if
your aids have a T Coil function the sound will be transmitted wirelessly
directly from the neckloop to your instruments. This kind of transmission
helps cutting out surrounding noises and deliver louder sound, clearer with
less interference.
PLEASE NOTE – the receiver will transmit sounds to hearing aids with T
Coil function only. Some hearing aids have manual activation of the T Coil
often known as ‘T’ setting. In manual hearing aids you will need to press
the switch on your hearing aid to ‘T’ mode in order to use the neckloop.
Other hearing aids have automatic ‘T’ selection whereby your hearing aid
will recognise the neckloop magnetic field and switch to the required mode
automatically. Not all hearing aids perform in the same way with this neck-
loop. Sound performance and interference can be affected by the type and
quality of your instrument, and especially by its rating of hearing aid com-
patibility. If you are unsure about the specification or features of your hea-
ring aid contact your audiologist or manufacturer.
Bluetooth pairing
1 Switch on the receiver.
2 Press and hold down the MIC button for approx. 5 seconds. The indicator
LED will flash green and blue.
3 Now run on the transmitter (e.g. on your mobile phone) the necessary
steps. If necessary, refer to the relevant user manual for help. The Blue-
tooth name of the receiver is "amplicomms".
4 If the devices are paired successfully, the indicator LED lights blue con-
stantly.
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NFC pairing
If your sending device (e.g. your mobile phone/smartphone) supports NFC
(Near Field Communication), attach the receivers area marked with the NFC-
Logo ( ), as near as possible to the relevant area on the sender for a few
seconds. It will then activate the Bluetooth function and pair with each other
automatically.
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Operation
OPERATION
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Operation
1 Switch the ON/OFF switch on the receiver to ON position.
2 Make sure the Bluetooth connection is established (indicator LED lights
blue)
3 The neck-loop induction cable can transmit the audio signal to the hearing
aid device for listening.
4 Adjust the desired volume.
5 Adjust the tone clarity setting if necessary.
To set the tone clarity briefly press the TONE button repeatedly.
- 1 short beep: Treble boost
- 2 short beeps: Bass boost and treble boost
- 3 short beeps: Bass boost
- 1 long beep: Flat
6 Adjust the balance (left/right) if neccessary.
The balance control can be used to pan to the required stereo channel
content. For example if the speech in a stereo audio signal was more
prevalent in the left channel then the balance can be tuned to the left to
emphasise the signal better.
Note: When the battery level is low, the indicator LED sparkles in blue
(Bluetooth mode) or in green (MIC mode). You will hear 3 beeps every
minute and 1 double-beep in the forth minute. The receiver will switch
off automatically in the fifth minute.
Hearing damage due to high volumes!
This receiver allows you to set higher volumes than conventional head-
phones. This can cause hearing damage in persons with healthy hearing
and especially in children.
• Before putting the receiver on, set the volume on the receiver to a low
value.
• Do not continuously expose yourself to high volumes.
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The MIC button
The microphone opening at the lower part of the receiver front picks up the
sounds of your surroundings. When the microphone is switched on, you
will hear your surroundings louder. You can hear for example your door
bell, your telephone or your conversational partner even when you are
wearing the receiver.
Press the MIC button to switch the microphone on. The power on indicator
will turn to green and one short beeps is to be heard. Make sure that the
microphone opening is not covered!
You can hear your surroundings and you use the receiver as an assistive lis-
tening device which helps you to better hear other people.
Press the MIC button again to switch off the microphone. The power on
indicator will return to blue and two short beeps are to be heard.
Caution: When switching between the microphone and music source please
be aware that the volume level can change substantially dependant upon
signal input levels. As a precaution the volume level should be lowered
prior to switching between the microphone and music.
The PHONE button
If you have your receiver connected to a mobile phone / smartphone, you
can answer or end a phone call by briefly pressing the phone button. When
an incoming call is received you will hear the ringing tone from the mobile
phone transmitted to the neck-loop which in turn will inductively couple the
signal to the hearing aid. Press and release the ‘Phone’ button on the
BTH1410-NL and then you can converse with the caller. The microphone in
the Neck-loop will pick up your voice. To end the call simply press and
release the ‘Phone’ button again.
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Opening/closing the neckloop
It is possible to open and close the neckloop to the receiver base for easier
wearing and removing. This is achieved by gently turning the right part of
the neckloop anti-clockwise 1/8 turn and then pulling the plug out. Re-
assembly is the reverse process.
Troubleshooting
No sound
- Ensure that the receiver power ON/OFF switch is switched to ON.
- The charge level of the battery inside receiver may be too low. Recharge
the battery for approx. 3 hours.
- Ensure that the Bluetooth connection is established.
- The receiver output level is set too low. Adjust the volume to a suitable
level.
Distortion
- The charge level of the battery inside the receiver may be too low. Rechar-
ge the battery for approx. 3 hours.
- The receiver may be too far away from the Bluetooth transmitter (e.g.
smartphone etc.). Move closer to it.
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Appendix
Appendix
Safety Information
Please read this operating instruction manual thoroughly.
Intended use
This device was developed to transmit audio signals from an audio source
to a receiver, using Bluetooth. Any other use is considered unintended use.
Unauthorised modification or reconstruction is not permitted. Under no cir-
cumstances open the devices or complete any repair work yourself.
For users wearing a pacemaker
It is recommended that if you have a pacemaker fitted you check with a
medical expert or your health adviser before using this product. Switch the
device off immediately if you notice or suspect any adverse effects.
Power adapter plug
Pay attention that the plug and cable are in perfect condition. Kinked or
worn cable represents the risk of a fatal accident!
The power adapter plug supplied fulfils the
ecodesign requirements of the European Union
(Directive 2005/32/EC). This means that, both in an
operating state and in an idling state, the power
consumption is considerably lower compared to
power adapter plugs with an older design.
Attention: Only use the power adapter plug contained in the material
supplied since other power adapter plugs could damage the transmitter.
Ensure access to the power adapter plug is not obstructed by furniture
or such.
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APPENDIX
APPENDIX
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Disposal
In order to dispose of your device, take it to a collection point
provided by your local public waste authorities (e.g. recycling
centre). According to laws on the disposal of electronic and
electrical devices, owners are obliged to dispose of old electro-
nic and electrical devices in a separate waste container. The
adjacent symbol indicates that the device must not be disposed
of in normal domestic waste!
Batteries represent a hazard to health and the environment!
Never open, damage or swallow batteries or allow them to pol-
lute the environment. They may contain toxic, ecologically
hazardous heavy metals. You are legally obliged to dispose of
power packs and batteries at the point of sale or in the corres-
ponding containers provided at collection points provided by
local public waste authorities. Disposal is free of charge. The
adjacent symbols indicate that the batteries must not be dispo-
sed of in normal domestic waste and must be brought to col-
lection points provided by local public waste authorities.
Packaging materials must be disposed of according to local
regulations.
Helpline
If you need some help and you’re in the UK, please first check and see if
your problem can be solved using the troubleshooting guide on page 22. If
it can’t , please call us on 0844 800 6503 (using a UK landline, at the time of
going to print: calls cost 6p for connection charge and then 5p a minute.
Mobile costs may vary). Lines are open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm,
excluding public holidays.
If you’ve a claim on your 2-year guarantee, please contact your supplier.
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Declaration of conformity
This device fulfils the requirements stipulated in the EU directive:
1999/5 EU directive on radio equipment and telecommunications terminal
equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity.
Conformity with the above mentioned directive is confirmed by the CE sym-
bol on the device.
To view the complete Declaration of Conformity, please refer to the free
download available on our website www.amplicomms.com
Maintenance
• Clean the housing surfaces with a soft, fluff−free cloth.
• Never use cleaning agents or solvents.
Technical data
Transmission mode: Bluetooth
Range: Up to 10 meters (open area)
Frequency response: 30 Hz – 20 KHz
Distortion: < 0.5%
Signal-to-noise ratio: > 75 dB
Operating voltage (Receiver): 3.7 V, 300 mA Lithium Polymer Battery
Operation time: With fully charged battery up to 5 hours
Charging time: For empty battery approx. 3 hours
Weight Receiver 65 g
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APPENDIX
APPENDIX
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Guarantee
AMPLICOMMS equipment is produced and tested according to the latest
production methods. The implementation of carefully chosen materials and
highly developed technologies ensure trouble free functioning and a long
service life.
The terms of the guarantee do not apply to the rechargeable batteries or
power packs used in the products. The period of guarantee is 24 months
from the date of purchase.
All deficiencies resulting from material of production faults which occur
during the period of guarantee will be eliminated free of charge. Rights to
claims under the terms of guarantee are annulled following intervention by
the purchaser or third parties. Damage caused as a result of improper hand-
ling or operation, incorrect positioning or storing, improper connection or
installation, Acts of God or other external influence are not covered by the
terms of guarantee.
In the case of complaints, we reserve the right to repair or replace defect
parts or provide a replacement device. Replacement parts or devices beco-
me our property.
Rights to compensation in the case of damage are excluded where there is
no evidence or intent or gross negligence by the manufacturer.
If your equipment shows signs of defect during the period of guarantee,
please return to the sales outlet in which you purchased the AMPLICOMMS
equipment together with the purchase receipt. All rights to claims under the
terms of guarantee in accordance with this agreement must be asserted
exclusively with regard to your sales outlet.
Two years after the purchase of our products, claims under the terms of
guarantee can no longer be asserted.
Audioline GmbH, D-41460 Neuss
03/2015 – Ausgabe 1.0
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