paratronic PA-1161T User manual

PA-1161T Passive Headset Manual
This headset is the one of the results of 20 years of experience manufacturing aviation
headsets. In 20 years one talks to a great number of pilots from all walks of life and from many
segments of the aviation community. This headset we believe to be perfect for the entry level
pilot, backseats, or a pilot on a budget We invite you to compare the features of our entry level
headset with our competition’s upper range of headsets. You won’t be pleasantly surprised.
Fitted with our an electret noise canceling microphone and windscreen, your voice will be heard
loud and clear by ATC. The headset can be used in monaural or stereo modes. It comes fitted
with a combination of liquid and foam ear seals to make it very comfortable by disbursing the
headset’s weight evenly over your head. To make your flying more enjoyable, the headset
comes with an input jack which allows you to input an audio source from your IPOD®, MP3®, or
CD player. The same jack serves as dual role as a cell/satellite phone jack.
The PA-1161T comes with a NRR rating of 24 dB which is more than adequate to protect your
hearing in normal aviation environments.
Features
Cell/Satellite phone interface
Auxiliary audio interface for music
or audible checklists/warnings
Liquid/Foam ear seals
Half Flex / Half Metal microphone boom
Noise canceling PA-7 electret microphone
Mono/Stereo capability
Dual volume controls
Passive Noise Reduction: (NRR) 24dB
Warranty: Three Year Warranty
Table of Contents
Introduction / Features …………..………………………….…. 1.0
Fitting Your Headset ……………………………………. 2.0
Microphone Placement…………………………………………. 2.1
Volume Control………………..……….……………………… 2.2
Mono/Stereo Selector …………………...…………… 2.3
Cell / Satellite Phone Jack ……………………….………….. 2.4
Music Input Jack …………………………………………….… 2.5
Liquid / Foam Ear Seals ….……………….….....………..……. 2.6
Multi-Cushioned Head Pad …..……………………………….. 3.0
Optional Accessories …..…………………………………….… 3.1
Taking Care of your Headset …..…………………………. 3.2
Contact Information …………………………………………….. 3.3
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Fitting Your Headset
Wearing your headset properly is paramount to achieving both comfort and noise attenuation.
First slightly loosen the hand adjustable knobs on the headband. The headset should be placed
on your head and slowly pulled down so that each ear cup is properly positioned over each ear
for maximum noise attenuation. Tighten the knurled knobs when the headset feels correct.
It should apply slight pressure on your head without being snug. You may need to make your
final adjustments in the high noise environment of the cockpit.
Microphone Placement
Your headset comes with a ratcheting half metal/half flexible “memory” microphone boom and a
noise canceling electret microphone. The boom can be rotated 360 degrees for left or right side
use. Proper placement of the electret microphone is critical in order to achieve clear
communications. The microphone should be placed at the corner of the mouth approximately
1/4” away from the lips.
Volume Control
The OEM Passive is fitted with 2 individual volume controls, one on the right ear cup dome and
one on the left side of the dome. When adjusting the volume control, the pilot-in-command
should adjust their volume control first with the audio system turned on. Please remember that
you may be dealing with 3 volume controls - radio, intercom and headset.
Mono/Stereo Selector (On Comm-cord splitter)
Your headset comes standard with a Mono/Stereo selector switch which is located on the
comm-cord splitter. “M” indicates the mono position while “S” indicates the stereo position. It
should be noted that if you are using a monaural intercom and your headset is set in the stereo
position, you will only hear through one speaker on your headset. With a stereo intercom, you
will hear true stereo if the selector switch is set to the stereo mode position.
Cell/Satellite Phone Capable
Having the capability in an emergency of being able to place a cell phone call from your aircraft
is one of the reasons we have installed a Cell/Satellite jack on the headset. Located on the non-
boom side ear cup, a 2.5mm jack has been installed. It will work with 90% of cell phones in the
marketplace. An adapter may need to be purchased from your local electronics shop in order to
utilize this feature.
Music Input Jack
The Cell/Satellite Phone Jack can also be used as a Music-Input jack. Plug in your favorite
music source, IPOD®, MP3® or CD player and you’ll hear true stereo music in your stereo
headset.
Half Liquid / Half Foam Ear Seals
Your headset is fitted with our premium half liquid / half foam ear seals. The ear seals are
outstanding in noise canceling due to the combination of liquid and foam in the ear seals which

slows down the sound waves more than just foam or just liquid.
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Multi-Cushioned Head Pad
Our PA-1161T has a multi-cushioned head pad that will distribute the weight of the headset over
the entire top of your head. No more hot spots!
Optional Accessories
Twin Layer Gel Silicone Ear Seals
Confor® Foam Ear Seals
Sheepskin Head Pad
Soft Fleece Head Pad
Cloth Ear Seal Covers
Leatherette Windscreen Cover
Custom Padded Headset Case
Taking Care of Your Headset
Treat your headset like you would treat your stereo and computer at home. To insure the full life
of your headset. Keep it clean and free of dirt and you will extend the headset’s life giving you
many years of extra flying plea
Clean your headsets with non-alcohol wipes or a soft slightly cloth dampened with water and a
mild soap. Never use alcohol. Plastic parts dry out or fray when exposed to alcohol based
products. Headband, ear cups, ear seals and cords can be lightly cleaned but one should be
careful around the microphone and speakers on the headset.
Mic Windscreen
Pilot USA recommends periodically replacing the microphone windscreen if necessary. The
foam microphone windscreen helps eliminates the popping “P”s and “T”s and annoying breath
puffs when you’re communicating with the headset. The foam microphone windscreen also
helps protect the microphone from moisture and other elements that may cause damage to the
electronics. You may use mild soap and water to clean your foam windscreen. Place the foam
windscreen in mild soapy water. Rinse and make sure the windscreen is fully air dried before
reattaching to the microphone.
Ear Cushions
Ear seals also need periodic replacing. Depending on how much you fly, temperature (extreme
heat or cold) also influences the life span of your ear seals. We have several types of ear seals
on our headsets. Generally, PVC, foam and silicone gel style ear seals can be wiped off with
mild soap and water. Do not submerge the ear seals in water. Three types of our ear seals
have vent holes and water would enter the ear seal’s vent holes ruining the ear seal.

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Communication Cord
Take care of your communication cord. Wires in the cord can break if abused. Always
disconnect them by disconnecting the plugs, not by pulling the cords. Pulling on the cord,
instead of the plugs is a major cause of headset repairs – it causes wire breaks and static. We
recommend storing your headset in a headset case or flight bag and keeping the cords free of
obstruction to reduce wear and tear on your headset.
Pilot USA Inc.
WE LISTEN, SO YOU CAN HEAR
3100 Airway Ave, #107, Costa Mesa, California 92626
1-800-731-0790 * 714-731-0790 * Fax: [phone]
www.pilot-usa.com [e-mail]