FrontRow 925RS User manual

user guide
925RS Speaker
925T Body-worn Transmitter
925H Handheld Transmitter
925C Transmitter Charger

CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK
OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER – SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with Arrowhead
Symbol within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the
presence of “uninsulated”
dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be
of sufficient magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of
important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instruction
in the literature accompanying
the appliance.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any of the ventilation open-
ings. Install in accordance with the manu-
facturers instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of
the polarized or grounding-type plug.
A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or
the third prong are provided for your
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & PRECAUTIONS:
safety. When the provided plug does not
fit into your outlet, consult an electrician
for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being
walked on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories speci-
fied by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
or table specified by the manufacturer, or
sold with the apparatus. When a cart is
used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury
from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning
storms or when unused for long periods
of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is dam-

A) Terminals marked with the
are considered HAZARDOUS LIVE
and the external wiring connected to
these terminals requires installation by an
INSTRUCTED PERSON or the use of ready
made leads or cords.
B) The Front Row ToGo 925RS Receiver
Speaker is built with the following
electrical safety features:
• Short circuit protection
• AC input line fuse protection
PRECAUTIONS & SAFETY
RECOMMENDATIONS
Follow Manufacturers' Recommendations
Before using the receiver, read all instructions
and caution markings on the receiver and in
this user guide.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
INFORMATION:
aged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the appa-
ratus has been exposed to rain or mois-
ture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.
15. To Reduce The Risk Of Fire Or Electric
Shock, Do Not Expose This Apparatus To
Rain Or Moisture."
16. Apparatus shall not be exposed to drip-
ping or splashing and no objects filled
with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed
on the apparatus.
17. Cart or Stand Assembly Instructions are
packed with each cart or stand and
provided with units.
18. WARNING: To prevent injury, this appa-
ratus must be securely attached to
the wall in accordance with the installation
instructions when stand not in use.
19. Battery pack shall not be exposed to
excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or
the like.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK
OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER – SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with Arrowhead
Symbol within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the
presence of “uninsulated”
dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be
of sufficient magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of
important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instruction
in the literature accompanying
the appliance.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK
OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER – SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with Arrowhead
Symbol within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the
presence of “uninsulated”
dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be
of sufficient magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of
important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instruction
in the literature accompanying
the appliance.

DANGER! RISK OF ELECTRICAL AND
FIRE HAZARD. MAY RESULT IN DEATH,
SERIOUS INJURY, SHOCK OR BURNS.
TO HELP REDUCE THIS RISK:
This receiver, like all electrical products,
MUST be treated with respect. Follow these
instructions to reduce electrical hazard risk.
1. PROPER GROUNDING AND
AC POWER CONNECTION
o The receiver MUST be grounded to
reduce risk of electric shock. The
receiver is equipped with an electric
cord having an equipment grounding
conductor and a grounding plug.
The plug MUST be plugged into an
outlet that is properly installed and
GROUNDED in accordance with all
local codes and ordinances. If you
ever feel even a slight shock from this
or any electrical appliance, stop, walk
away. Turn off electricity to outlet, and
ELECTRICAL WARNINGS:
have it inspected by an electrician.
You may have a dangerous,
improperly wired outlet.
o DANGER - NEVER alter AC power
cord or plug provided - if it will not
fit in the outlet, have proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician
or proceed as shown in the illustra-
tion below. Improper connection
can result in a risk of an electric shock.
This battery the receiver is for use on a
nominal 120 volt circuit (common
household current), and has a ground-
ing plug as illustrated. A temporary
adapter may be used, USA only, to
connect this plug to a two-pole recep-
tacle, as shown, if properly grounded
outlet is not available. The temporary
adapter should be used only until a
properly grounded outlet can be
installed by a qualified electrician.

DANGER - Before using adapter as illus-
trated, be certain that center screw of outlet
plate is grounded. The green colored rigid
ear or lug extending from adapter MUST be
connected to a properly grounded outlet
- make certain it is grounded. If necessary,
replace original outlet cover plate screw with
a longer screw that will secure adapter ear or
lug to outlet cover plate and make ground
connection to grounded outlet.
2. Avoid Abuse to the Receiver
o To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug
the receiver from outlet before
attempting any maintenance or clean-
ing. Turning off controls will not reduce
this risk.
o DO NOT disassemble the receiver.
Return the apparatus to Phonic Ear
Front Row for qualified service and
repair if service or repair is required.
Adpater
USA Only
Grounded outlet Grounded means
Grounding plug
with
Grounding pin
Two conductor outlet
center screw MUST be grounded
Grounded
center screw
Using an adpater is forbidden in Canada. If a grounded outlet is not available,
have one installed by a qualified electrican before using this charger.

Incorrect reassembly may result in a
risk of electric shock or fire.
o DO NOT expose the receiver to rain,
snow, water, gas, oil, etc.
o DO NOT operate the receiver if it has
received a sharp blow, been dropped,
or otherwise damaged in any way;
return the apparatus to Phonic Ear
Front Row for qualified service and
repair.
o DO NOT block or cover the apparatus
and impeded ventilation.
3. Proper Use of The receiver and Wiring
o An extension cord should not be
used unless absolutely necessary. Use
of improper extension cord could
result in a risk of fire and electric
shock. If extension cord must be
used, use ONLY a grounded, 3-wire
type cord. NEVER use a 2-wire cord
and an adaptor! The cord MUST be
plugged into a grounded outlet. Make
sure it is properly wired, in good elec-
trical condition, and wire size is large
enough for AC ampere rating of
the receiver as specified below.
AWG = American Wire Gauge
o To reduce risk of damage to plug
and cord when disconnecting the
receiver, ALWAYS pull on plug -
NEVER on cord.
o Locate cord so that it will not be
stepped on, tripped over, or other-
wise subject to damage or stress. DO
NOT lay extension cord on battery or
the receiver. DO NOT operate the
receiver with damaged cord or plug -
replace them immediately.
ELECTRICAL WARNINGS: (cont'd)

Introduction................................................................1
UnderstandingActiveLearning................................................2
Chapter1 SetupTips....................................................3-5
Chapter2 OperationTips................................................6-8
Chapter3 Parts&Accessories ...........................................9-10
Chapter4 SystemFeatures.............................................11-16
Chapter5 SystemSet-up...................................................17-24
Chapter6 Usingyoursystem............................................25-36
Chapter 7 Speaker Placement & Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 - 39
Chapter 8 Channel Mapping Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 - 41
Chapter9 Troubleshooting...................................................42-43
Chapter10 SpeakerBatteryReplacement...........................................44
Chapter11 SystemSpecifications..............................................45-48
Chapter12 RegulatoryInformation.............................................49-52
Contents

Congratulations on the purchase of your new FrontRow To Go™active learning
system!
You may have heard the term ‘sound field’ used to describe technology that improves
classroom acoustics. Your FrontRow system fits under this category, but we call it
an ‘active learning system’ because the benefits affect much more than just sound.
Active learning systems can help engage students, improve attentiveness to the
teacher, build learning success, reduce the achievement gap, foster control and
orderliness, improve test scores, and reduce vocal strain and fatigue for teachers.
Numerous studies show that classrooms using active learning 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.
1
Introduction

2
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• distance
• noise
• echo
cough!
• distance
• noise
• echo
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without active learning
with active learning
Understanding Active Learning and its Benefits

3
IMPORTANT!
Be sure to charge your FrontRow ToGo speaker (if purchased with battery) and
transmitter units overnight – for a minimum of 12 hours – before turning the power
on and/or using them for the first time. Failing to do so may reduce battery capacity.
Basic setup tips
First – Identify a front corner of the room – the location from where the teacher
normally teaches.
Second – Take a good look around, paying
close attention to power outlet and other
electronic equipment locations. Ideally, the
speaker should be placed at a 5 ft./1.5m
distance from other electronic equipment,
such as computers or radios.
Third – Determine whether to mount the
speaker on the wall as shown (diagram 1), or
place it on a sturdy surface using the table
stand (diagram 2). In either case, the speaker
diagram 1
1Setup Tips

4
Setup Tips (cont’d)
should be placed at a height of 3 ft./1m
from the floor, or at a level closest to the
listener‘s ears.
Fourth – Consider whether other
FrontRow ToGo, FrontRow Tempo, or
other radio-based active learning systems
are in use in the building, and set trans-
mitter and receiver channels accordingly.
Every transmitter in a building should
be on its own channel. See diagrams on
pages 40-41 for guidance.
If placing the speaker on a table or surface top,
consider the following:
• Choose a location that provides easy access for the teacher, and is out of
the way of students and main traffic areas. The speaker should be placed at
least 6 ft./1.8m away from where the teacher stands.
diagram 2

5
• Choose a table or surface top that is sturdy. Make sure the table or cabinet is
structurally solid, sturdy and out of the way of foot traffic.
•
Properly mount and securely fasten the table stand onto the bottom of the
speaker. Make sure the stand is fully open and screwed on tightly, and that the
speaker does not wobble when in an upright position.
If mounting on the wall, consider the following:
• The power supply cord needs to reach the wall outlet. Make sure the power
supply is within reach of the speaker in its wall-mounted position.
• The teacher should be able to reach the controls located on top of the speaker
once it’s mounted. Once the volume is set at a comfortable level, the speaker
power switch located on the lower right side of the speaker can be easily accessed
by the teacher. Follow the instructions on page 32 for setting the volume at the
proper level.
• Never mount the speaker upside down, or horizontally. The speaker unit must
be mounted so the controls are located at the top of the unit.
Setup Tips (cont’d)

In the morning –
• Turn transmitter power ’on’ and put microphone on.
• Turn speaker column power ’on’. The speaker should remain plugged into a
wall power outlet during the day – with the power in the ‘on’ position. Turn power
switch to the ‘off’ position at night after each use. If your system has an internal
battery, it is not being used while the speaker is plugged into a wall outlet.
•
To operate as a portable system, if your system is equipped with an internal
battery simply unplug the speaker before use and plug back in after use. The
battery takes 8 hours to reach a full charge; at full charge, the speaker column
battery will last up to 5 hours unplugged.
After each use –
• Turn transmitter power ’off’, and place it back onto the charging stand;
confirm that the ‘charge’ indicator light illuminates. Transmitters not in use
should always be placed on the charging stand.
• Turn speaker column power ’off’. Leave speaker plugged into wall power
outlet, but confirm that the power has been turned ‘off.’ 6
2Operating Tips

7
Battery care and maintenance tips –
• To maximize your battery operating time, "cycle" the battery (fully charge and
fully discharge) five times during initial use.
• The speaker battery will last approximately 2 years depending on usage.
• When not in use, leave speaker plugged into wall outlet with power switch in
‘off’ position.
• Keep speaker away from heating units – use/store in a cool dry place.
• When using speaker battery power (unplugged from wall), always remember to
return power switch to ‘off’ position after use.
• Never mount/use speaker horizontally or upside down. Controls should be acces-
sible from top of unit.
• Remember to charge all rechargable batteries overnight before initial use.
• Plan on buying new NiMH batteries for your transmitter every 12 months. Alkaline
batteries can also be used as back-ups, however, the 925C charger will not charge
alkaline batteries. Never attempt to charge alkaline batteries – this will cause
damage to the unit and void the product warranty.
Operating Tips (cont’d)

8
Do not coil the microphone cord – since it also acts as your antenna, coiling
or wrapping the cord around the transmitter will affect its range and may also
reduce its life.
Speak at a normal level – the system is projecting your voice for you!
Operating Tips (cont’d)

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1
2
4
7
8
36
5
5
Receiver
1
Column Speaker Receiver
(925RS-216)
2
Receiver Antenna
(AT0831)
3
Channel Changer Screwdriver
(330-3000-101)
4
Speaker Table Stand
(890-88-320-00)
5
Wall Mounting Bracket (Set of 2)
(890-88-322-00)
6
Carrying Case
(895-88-025-00)
7
Power Cord, Receiver
(3 0 0 -74 02-110)
8
Audio Cable Kit - Aux Input/Output
(392-88-108-00)
9
Volume Locks (x2)
(543-88-020-00)
3
Parts & Accessories
9

10
925T
1
Body-worn Transmitter
(925T-216)
2
Behind The Neck Microphone
(890-88-300-00)
3
Elastic Belt
(AT0712)
4
AA Rechargeable NiMH Batteries
(AT0807)
925H
1
Handheld Transmitter
(925H)
2
AA Rechargeable NiMH Batteries
(AT0807)
925C
1
Charging Stand
(925C)
2
Power Supply, Transmitter Charger
(AT0819)
1
3
2
4
2
1
1
2
925C
925H
925T
Parts & Accessories (cont’d)

11
7
6
2
4
8
5
3
12
1
910
1.
Channel A Channel Selector
2.
Channel B Channel Selector
3.
Antenna
4.
Channel A On/Off/Volume
5.
OptiVoice Selector
6.
Aux-In Jack (3.5mm Mono)
7.
Aux-In Volume
8.
Aux-Out Jack (3.5mm Mono)
9.
Aux-Out Volume
10.
Channel B On/Off Volume
11.
LED Indicators
12.
Locator Hole
11
4
System Features: Receiver