Easy Listener PE 300T User manual

user guide
PE 300T transmitter
PE 300R/350FSR receiver
PE 300C twelve-unit charger
specs available on-line at www.phonicear.com
PE 300 personal FM system
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table of contents
Transmitter: PE 300T . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Receiver: PE 300R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Receiver: PE 350FSR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Easy Listener Personal FM System Setup and Operation
Charging/Replacing batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Using the transmitter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Using the receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Channels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Auxiliary transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Team teaching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Caring for your system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
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transmitter: PE 300T
1 on/off switch
2 charging indicator
Glows red when charging NiCad or NiMH
batteries (never recharge alkaline batteries!)
3 channel number
Make sure the channel matches your receiver
4 microphone jack
Plug in a directional microphone (AT0291-L
lapel mic, AT0164-L omni directional mic,
AT0814M earhook mic, AT0816 collar mic
or, preferably, the AT0655M mutable
behind-the-neck mic) or AT0529A antenna
5 auxiliary/charge jack
Connect to a CD player or other device
through the AT0532 cord to transmit a
second sound source; connect to personal
charger (see 1 ) to recharge NiCad
batteries (never recharge alkaline batteries!)
6 battery compartment
Use AA rechargeable NiCad or NiMH or dis-
posable alkaline batteries (never recharge
alkaline batteries!)
7 belt clip
front
top
back
12
3
7
6
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receiver: PE 300R
2
8 volume control/ on/off switch
9 channel number
Make sure the channel matches
your transmitter
10 earphone/charge jack
Plug in a listening accessory; connect to personal
charger (see 1 ) to recharge NiCad or NiMH
batteries (never recharge alkaline batteries!)
front
top
back
82
6
7
9
10
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receiver: PE 350FSR
3
11 channel selector switch
12 channel code label
(inside battery compartment)
Identifies the channel assigned to each of
the six positions on the channel selector
switch 11 .
front
82
back
11
12
7
top
10
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Easy Listener personal FM setup and operation
4
1a charging batteries
1b replacing batteries
Charge every night for 12 hours;
never recharge alkaline batteries!
Charge only rechargeable NiCad
or NiMH batteries!
Plug charger into unit
Plug charger into
wall socket
CHG
AT0534
or
PE 300C
1
1
2
2
1
2
replacing
Push off battery
compartment door
Insert batteries into
compartment and
replace door
1
2
1
2
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Easy Listener personal FM setup and operation (cont’d)
5
2 using the transmitter
power
AT0291-L directional mic
AT0164-L omni directional mic
15cm/
6in max.
then
recommended
AT0655M
(two wearing options)
AT0712
optional
PE 300T
AT0512
AT0816 collar mic
7.5cm/3in
Clip to belt or wear
around neck
1
1
2
Put on microphone.
Position mic as close to
mouth as possible
2
3
Plug in microphone
3
Turn transmitter
power on
4
4
Keep antenna/
cord as straight
as possible.
Do not coil
AT0814M
earhook mic
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Easy Listener personal FM setup and operation (cont’d)
6
3 using the receiver
power
volume
AT0538-S binaural earbuds
then
AT0606/AT0541-E
headsets
AT0712
Keep antenna/
cord as straight
as possible.
Do not coil
AT0512
Plug in listening accessory
Clip to belt or wear
around neck
1
Put on listening accessory
2
3
1
3
2
PE 300R
Turn receiver
power/volume on
4
4
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Easy Listener personal FM setup and operation (cont’d)
4channels
PE 300T
26
transmitter
receiver
PE 300R
26
m
a
t
c
h
or
26
PE 350FSR
PE 300T
transmitter
receiver
Make sure that channel
numbers match on
receiver and transmitter
1
1
Find number on frequency
chart inside battery
compartment of 350FSR
which matches frequency
number on transmitter
1
1
2
Set switch to number
indicated on frequency
chart inside battery
compartment
2
m
a
t
c
h
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Easy Listener personal FM setup and operation (cont’d)
5auxiliary transmission
AT0532
connection cord
AT0529A
antenna
AT0532
connection cord
900R
or
AT0813
or
both mic and auxiliary sound source
auxiliary sound source only
Television
1
2
Plug in microphone
1
Connect 300T to auxil-
iary sound source using
AT0532 connection cord
2
Television
300T
300T
Plug in antenna
1
Connect 300T to auxil-
iary sound source using
AT0532 connection cord
or connect to 900R using
AT0813 connection cord
2
1
2
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Easy Listener personal FM setup and operation (cont’d)
6 team teaching*
* Contact Phonic Ear for optimal frequency combinations. Because many Phonic Ear
FM products are compatible with each other, the two teachers may wear different
types of Phonic Ear transmitters. Contact Phonic Ear for non-EASY LISTENER cords.
students
any phonic ear receiver
5
first teacher second teacher
MOD-300-TT
Adjust VOL
as necessary
PE 300T PE 300R PE 300T
32
5
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accessories
microphones
Noise-cancelling behind-the-neck microphone with
mute (AT0655M) (recommended)
Earhook mic (AT0814M)
Collar mic (AT0816)
Omni directional mic with mic clip and lavalier cord
(AT0164-L)
Directional mic with mic clip and lavalier cord
(AT0291-L)
Antenna (AT0529A)
Lavalier Mic Cord (AT0076)
Conference mic (AT0720)
Y-cord for conference mic (AT0721)
Pass mic (AT0514) (needs AT0559 adapter)
transmitter options
Wire belt clip (AT0489)
Lavalier cord (AT0512-BU)
2 rechargeable NiCad batteries (AT0665)
Two-unit charger (AT0534)
Waist belt (AT0712)
Team-teaching cord (AT0789)
listening options
Attenuated Headset (AT0606)
Non-attenuated Headset (AT0541-E)
Monaural Earbud (AT0538-M)
Binaural Earbuds (AT0538-S)
Earbud Pad (AT0538-P)
Headset Pad (AT0607)
Stetoclip assembly (AT0359 and AT0016 /AT0545)
Teleloop assembly (AT0163-B and AT0543-G)
miscellaneous
Wire Belt Clip (AT0489)
Lavalier Transmitter/Receiver Cord (blue) (AT0512-BU)
Wall Transformer/Two-Unit Charger (AT0534)
12 Pocket Charger (PE 300C)
Wall Transformer for PE 300C (AT0461)
Rechargeable AA NiCad Battery (1) (AT0665)
Rechargeable AA NiMH Battery (1) (AT0807)
Auxiliary Input Cord, 5 ft., 15 ft. (1.5m, 4.5m)(AT0532)
Carrying Case (AT0542)
Tote Bag (AT0301)
Hip Pack
(red, black, royal blue, navy blue) (AT0594)
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troubleshooting (refer to main instruction sheet for explanatory diagrams)
try these first
• If another working system is available, interchange accessories
• Reset the system by turning the power off, then on again
no sound from receiver
• Recharge or replace the transmitter’s batteries
• Check or replace accessory
•
Verify that the channel number of the transmitter and the receiver are the same
• Turn up volume
• Clean or check battery contacts
no FM reception
• Recharge or replace batteries
• Verify that the channel number of the transmitter and the receiver are the same
• Check or replace microphone
• Clean or check battery contacts
• Turn on transmitter power switch
weak/distorted sounds
• Check or replace accessory
• Turn up volume
• Check or replace microphone
intermittent sound/static
• Clean headset plug
• Clean microphone plug
• Check or replace microphone
• Clean or check battery contacts
won’t charge
• Recharge or replace batteries
• Check or replace wall transformer
• Clean or check battery contacts
• Check that batteries are inserted properly
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caring for your system
cleaning
Clean as needed, using a soft, damp cloth.
storage
Clean with a soft damp cloth and remove the batteries from the transmitter. Place the units in the
PE 300C charger or original packaging.
other important notes
• Protect your units from excessive moisture, heat, and mechanical shocks.
• The AT0534 wall transformer 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.
• 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.
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specifications
transmitting frequency 72MHz to 76MHz (U.S./Canada)
37, 72, or 173 MHz (outside U.S./Canada)
modulation FM narrow-band
operating range 30m/100ft
user controls Off/on
inputs / outputs 3.5mm auxiliary input jack
2.5mm microphone input jack
battery life 40Hr (AA alkaline)
10Hr (AA NiCad)
size 2.5 x 9.4 x 5.6 cm/1 x 3.7 x 2.2 in
weight 80g/2.8oz
case ABS plastic
transmitter: PE 300T
capacity 12 units (transmitters and/or
receivers)
power supply Wall transformer
user control None
color Black with aluminum trim
size 39.4 x 29.2 x 15.2 cm/
15.5 x 11.5 x 6 in
weight (empty) 1859g/4.1lbs
receiving frequency 72MHz to 76MHz (U.S./Canada)
37, 72, or 173 MHz (outside
U.S./Canada)
modulation FM narrow-band
user controls Off/on/volume
inputs / outputs Accessory output jack
battery life 60Hr (AA alkaline)
15Hr (AA NiCad)
size 2.5 x 9.4 x 5.6 cm/1 x 3.7 x 2.2 in
weight 80g/2.8oz
case ABS plastic
charger: PE 300C
receiver: PE 300R/350FSR
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warranty
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A one-year limited warranty is issued to the original consumer of this product(s) by Phonic Ear Inc.
time period of warranty
This warranty will go into effect upon the date of original purchase of this equipment and will remain in effect for
one calendar year from that date as long as the instrument remains the property of the original consumer.
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 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 manu-
facturer and customer.
what is not covered by this warranty
This one-year limited warranty does not apply to:
1Malfunctions resulting from abuse, neglect, or accident.
2Peripheral accessories as itemized within the product brochure, when such items are returned after 90 days from
the original purchase.
3Alkaline batteries, if applicable.
4Instruments connected, installed, used or adjusted in a manner contrary to instructions provided by
the manufacturer.
5Consequential 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.
6Products damaged in transit unless investigated by the shipper and returned to the warrantor with the
investigation report.
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 warran-
ty is in lieu of all other expressed warranties. All expressed and implied warranties will terminate upon the expira-
tion 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 terms of this warranty, carefully package the instrument to prevent damage in transit and
send it postpaid to the nearest factory service center. In your package, include the following: service order or return authori-
zation number, a detailed description of the problem, your full name, billing and shipping address and telephone number.
Phonic Ear Inc.
3880 Cypress Drive
Petaluma, CA 94954-7600 USA
Voice: 800.227.0735 • Fax: [phone]
Phonic Ear Ltd.
10-7475 Kimbel Street
Mississauga, Ontario L5S 1E7 Canada
Voice: 800.263.8700 • Fax: [phone]
Customers outside the United States and Canada should contact their local Phonic Ear distributor.
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© 2001 Phonic Ear Inc. Phonic Ear and EASY LISTENER are trademarks of, and the exclusive property of Phonic Ear Inc. 821-6547-101/rev. D/2675 801
us: 800.227.0735, then press 5 • canada: 800.263.8700
outside u.s./canada: Call your local Phonic Ear dealer • website: www.phonicear.com
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