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2.0 Fitting Your Headset
Wearing your headset properly is paramount to achieving both comfort and maximum performance. First
slightly loosen the hand adjustable knobs on the headband. The headset should be placed on your head
and slowly pulled down so that the ear cups are 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.
2.1 Microphone Placement
Your headset comes with a full 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.
2.2 Volume Control
The PA-1181T is fitted with two individual volume controls, one each for the right and left side of the
headsets. When adjusting the volume control, the pilot-in-command should adjust his or her volume control
first with the audio system turned on. Please remember that you may be dealing with 3 volume controls -
radio, intercom and headset.
2.3 Mono/Stereo Selector (On Comm-Cord Splitter)
Your headset comes standard with a Mono/Stereo selector switch which is located on one side of the
triangular 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 of your headset. With a stereo intercom you will hear true stereo in both ears.
2.4 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 PILOT has installed a cell/satellite jack on the headset. Located on the non-boom side ear cup, a
2.5mm jack is in place. 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.
2.5 Built-In Push-To-Talk Switch
Your PILOT PA-1181T is fitted with a Push-To-Talk button on the opposite side of the ear cup with the
comm-cord. It’s great for flight instructors or to use in case of an inoperative portable PTT or yoke mounted
PTT.
2.6 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.
2.7 Twin Layer Silicone Ear Seals
Your headset is fitted with our proprietary twin layer gel silicone ear seals. This new design cuts about 30%
of the weight of normal silicone ear seals and provides a slightly larger inner diameter for enhanced comfort
for your ears. From our testing we have determined that these are the most noise attenuating ear seals
available today.
2.8 Pillow Top Head Pad
The PA-1181T has an oversized head cushion to distribute the weight of the headset. No more hot spots!
2.9 Soft Padded Headset Case
We provide you with a soft padded headset case to protect your headset. You should treat your headset like
you would treat any other electronic product of value. Keep it clean, and keep it out of extreme temperatures
(hot or cold). Take care of your headset for best and long lasting results.
