Black Box HS401A User manual

Genie Mobile Headset
with 2.5 mm Connector
HS401A

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FCC INFORMATION
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
AND
INDUSTRY CANADA
RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if
not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio communication. It
has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing
device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC rules,
which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. Operation of
this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case
the user at his own expense will be required to take whatever measures may be
necessary to correct the interference.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emission from
digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of Industry Canada.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites
applicables aux appareils numériques de classe A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le
brouillage radioélectrique publié par Industrie Canada.

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FCC REQUIREMENTS FOR
TELEPHONE-LINE EQUIPMENT
1. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
has established rules which permit this device to
be directly connected to the telephone network
with standardized jacks. This equipment should
not be used on party lines or coin lines.
2. If this device is malfunctioning, it may also be
causing harm to the telephone network; this
device should be disconnected until the source of
the problem can be determined and until the
repair has been made. If this is not done, the
telephone company may temporarily disconnect
service.
3. If you have problems with your telephone
equipment after installing this device, disconnect
this device from the line to see if it is causing the
problem If it is, contact your supplier or an
authorized agent.
4. The telephone company may make changes in its
technical operations and procedures. If any such
changes affect the compatibility or use of this
device, the telephone company is required to give
adequate notice of the changes.

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FCC INFORMATION
5. If the telephone company requests information on
what equipment is connected to their lines, inform
them of:
a. The telephone number that this unit is connected
to.
b. The ringer equivalence number.
c. The USOC jack required: RJ-11C.
d. The FCC registration number.
Items (b) and (d) can be found on the unit’s FCC
label. The ringer equivalence number (REN) is
used to determine how many devices can be
connected to your telephone line. In most areas,
the sum of the RENs of all devices on any one line
should not exceed five (5.0). If too many devices
are attached, they may not ring properly.
6. In the event of an equipment malfunction, all
repairs should be performed by your supplier or
an authorized agent. It is the responsibility of users
requiring service to report the need for service to
the supplier or to an authorized agent.

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CERTIFICATION NOTICE FOR
EQUIPMENT USED IN CANADA
The Canadian Department of Communications label
identifies certified equipment. This certification means
that the equipment meets certain telecommunications-
network protective, operation, and safety requirements.
The Department does not guarantee the equipment will
operate to the user’s satisfaction.
Before installing this equipment, users should ensure
that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of
the local telecommunications company. The equipment
must also be installed using an acceptable method of
connection. In some cases, the company’s inside wiring
associated with a single-line individual service may be
extended by means of a certified connector assembly
(extension cord). The customer should be aware that
compliance with the above conditions may not prevent
degradation of service in some situations.
Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an
authorized Canadian maintenance facility—in this case,
your supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the
user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may

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CDC NOTICE
give the telecommunications company cause to request
the user to disconnect the equipment.
Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical
ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines, and
internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected
together. This precaution may be particularly important in
rural areas.

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NORMAS OFICIALES MEXICANAS (NOM)
ELECTRICAL SAFETY STATEMENT
INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD
1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes
de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado.
2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para
referencia futura.
3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de
operación deben ser respetadas.
4. Todas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas.
5. El aparato eléctrico no deberá ser usado cerca del agua—por ejemplo,
cerca de la tina de baño, lavabo, sótano mojado o cerca de una alberca,
etc..
6. El aparato eléctrico debe ser usado únicamente con carritos o pedestales
que sean recomendados por el fabricante.
7. El aparato eléctrico debe ser montado a la pared o al techo sólo como sea
recomendado por el fabricante.
8. Servicio—El usuario no debe intentar dar servicio al equipo eléctrico más
allá a lo descrito en las instrucciones de operación. Todo otro servicio
deberá ser referido a personal de servicio calificado.
9. El aparato eléctrico debe ser situado de tal manera que su posición no
interfiera su uso. La colocación del aparato eléctrico sobre una cama,
sofá, alfombra o superficie similar puede bloquea la ventilación, no se
debe colocar en libreros o gabinetes que impidan el flujo de aire por los
orificios de ventilación.
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NOM STATEMENT
10. El equipo eléctrico deber ser situado fuera del alcance de fuentes de calor
como radiadores, registros de calor, estufas u otros aparatos (incluyendo
amplificadores) que producen calor.
11. El aparato eléctrico deberá ser connectado a una fuente de poder sólo del
tipo descrito en el instructivo de operación, o como se indique en el
aparato.
12. Precaución debe ser tomada de tal manera que la tierra fisica y la
polarización del equipo no sea eliminada.
13. Los cables de la fuente de poder deben ser guiados de tal manera que no
sean pisados ni pellizcados por objetos colocados sobre o contra ellos,
poniendo particular atención a los contactos y receptáculos donde salen
del aparato.
14. El equipo eléctrico debe ser limpiado únicamente de acuerdo a las
recomendaciones del fabricante.
15. En caso de existir, una antena externa deberá ser localizada lejos de las
lineas de energia.
16. El cable de corriente deberá ser desconectado del cuando el equipo no
sea usado por un largo periodo de tiempo.
17. Cuidado debe ser tomado de tal manera que objectos liquidos no sean
derramados sobre la cubierta u orificios de ventilación.
18. Servicio por personal calificado deberá ser provisto cuando:
A: El cable de poder o el contacto ha sido dañado; u
B: Objectos han caído o líquido ha sido derramado dentro del
aparato; o
C: El aparato ha sido expuesto a la lluvia; o
D: El aparato parece no operar normalmente o muestra un cambio en
su desempeño; o
E: El aparato ha sido tirado o su cubierta ha sido dañada.

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TRADEMARKS USED IN THIS MANUAL
Any trademarks mentioned in this manual are
acknowledged to be the property of the trademark
owners.

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CHAPTER 1: Specifications
1. Specifications
Transmit:
Frequency Range—100 to 5000 Hz
Microphone—Noise-canceling electret
Power—Current usage: < 0.2 mA; Operating
voltage: 1.4 to 10 VDC
Sensitivity (@ 1 kHz with 2.2 Kohm load)—
-44 dBV/Pa
Receive:
Frequency Response—350 to 4500 Hz
Input Impedance—32 ohms
Speaker—Dynamic
General:
Weight—2.08 oz. (59 g)

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2. Introduction
Talk hands-free on your mobile or cordless telephone
with the Genie Mobile Headset with 2.5 mm Connector.
It plugs into the headset port on your telephone.
• The headset features a flexible microphone boom
that you can adjust for your convenience.
• Dynamic speaker quality enables you to talk for
hours with exceptional sound quality.

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CHAPTER 3: Installation and Operation
3. Installation and Operation
The Genie Mobile Headset is equipped with a single
speaker (monaural). For your comfort, you can wear this
monaural headset with the speaker on either your left or
right ear.
3.1 Wearing the Headset
To put the headset on, slide the headband open and slip
the headset on your head. Slide the headband closed
until the headset feels comfortable and secure. The
ratcheting headband keeps the headset in place until
you take it off or change the fit (see Figure 3-1).
Figure 3-1. Wearing the Headset and Microphone Positioning.
1/2"
(12 mm)

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3.2 Microphone Positioning
Position the microphone 1⁄2" below and away from your
lower lip (see Figure 3-1).
3.3 Changing Ears
To change the microphone to the opposite side, left or
right, simply rotate the microphone boom over the top
of the headband.
Figure 3-2.Changing Ears.
NOTE
An internal stop prevents the boom from rotating 360°. Do
not force the boom beyond the stop.

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CHAPTER 3: Installation and Operation
3.4 Connecting to Your Cellular Telephone
The connector on this headset is a 2.5 mm plug. If your
cellular phone does not have a 2.5 mm receptacle,
optional cellular adapters are available from Black Box.
Insert the headset plug into the headset port or adapter
(if required) on your telephone.
Figure 3-3. Connecting to the Mobile Telephone via the 2.5 mm
Connector.
2.5 mm
port
1
ABC
2
DEF
3
MNO
6
WXYZ
9
#
JKL
5
TUV
8
OPER
0
*
GHI
4
PQRS
7

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Figure 3-4.Connecting to the Telephone via the an Optional 2.5 mm
Adapter (ordered separately).
Call Black Box Technical Support at 724-746-5500 for
details.
Adapter
not
included
1
23
6
9
#
5
8
0
*
4
7
2.5 mm
port

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CHAPTER 4: Troubleshooting
4. Troubleshooting
4.1 Calling Black Box
If you determine that your Genie Mobile Headset is
malfunctioning, do not attempt to alter or repair the
unit. It contains no user-serviceable parts. Contact Black
Box at 724-746-5500.
Before you do, make a record of the history of the
problem. We will be able to provide more efficient and
accurate assistance if you have a complete description,
including:
• the nature and duration of the problem.
• when the problem occurs.
• the components involved in the problem.
• any particular application that, when used,
appears to create the problem or make it worse.

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4.2 Shipping and Packaging
If you need to transport or ship your Genie Mobile
Headset:
• Package it carefully. We recommend that you use
the original container.
• If you are shipping the Genie Mobile Headset for
repair, make sure you include everything that
came in the original package. Before you ship,
contact Black Box to get a Return Materials
Authorization (RMA) number.

CUSTOMER SUPPORT INFORMATION
Order toll-free in the U.S.: Call 877-877-BBOX (outside U.S. call 724-746-5500)
FREE technical support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: Call 724-746-5500 or fax [phone]
Mailing address: Black Box Corporation, 1000 Park Drive, Lawrence, PA 15055-1018
Web site: www.blackbox.com • E-mail: [email protected]
© Copyright 2000. Black Box Corporation. All rights reserved.
54-0216A
June 2000
Printed in USA