MODEL DESCRIPTION USE CONNECTOR
MS50/T30-2 AMPLIFIED MICROPHONE,COMMERCIAL AVIATION 2 PLUGS, PJ055 & PJ068
(CARBON EQUIVALENT)
FIVE-FOOT CORD
MS50/T30-3 AMPLIFIED MICROPHONE LIGHT AVIATION 2 PLUGS, PJ055 & PJ068
(CARBON EQUIVALENT),
FIVE-FOOT CORD
HSO177-2B AMPLIFIED MICROPHONE,COMMERCIAL AVIATION 2 PLUGS, PJ055 & PJ068
(STARSET®)(CARBON EQUIVALENT)
FIVE-FOOT CORD
HSO177-3B AMPLIFIED MICROPHONE LIGHT AVIATION 2 PLUGS, PJ055 & PJ068
(STARSET®)(CARBON EQUIVALENT),
FIVE-FOOT CORD
MS50/T30-1 AMPLIFIED MICROPHONE COMMERCIAL AVIATION 1 PLUG, PJ068
(CARBON EQUIVALENT)
FIVE-FOOT CORD
HSO177-1B AMPLIFIED MICROPHONE COMMERCIAL AVIATION 1 PLUG, PJ068
(STARSET®)(CARBON EQUIVALENT)
FIVE-FOOT CORD
SMS1459-01 UNAMPLIFIED DYNAMIC COMMERCIAL AVIATION,1PLUG, AXR-4-11
MICROPHONE,SEVEN-FOOT CORD AIRBUS A300 AIRCRAFT ONLY
SMS1066-01 AMPLIFIED MICROPHONE COMMERCIAL AVIATION,1PLUG, AXR-5-12
(CARBON EQUIVALENT) AIRBUS A310, A320,
FIVE-FOOT CORD A330 AIRCRAFT ONLY
Putting on Your Headset
MS50
Your MS50 headband is fully adjustable. The pivoting arm on which the capsule is
mounted allows you to wear the capsule on the left or right side with the headband
over the top of or behind your head, as illustrated. Make certain the capsule is on
the outside of the pivoting arm. Place the eartip in the opening of the ear canal.
Performance Tip
When adjusting the capsule, handle it carefully; tugging on the voice tube or cable
may damage the headset.
StarSet®
Begin by extending the voice tube approximately one inch. Holding the capsule with
your thumb and forefinger, as shown, place the headset against your head, above
and slightly forward of your ear. Now slide the capsule downward, rotating it
backward until positioned as shown. Finally, place the eartip in the opening of the
ear canal.
Performance Tip
For stability, it is essential that the capsule be properly hooked over the top portion
of the ear.
Attaching the Eartip to the Capsule
Slide the end of the eartip onto the metal sound port on the capsule and
by twisting, adjust the tube so that it rests in the position shown.
Performance Tip
Be certain the tube and eartip are aligned as shown in the photos.
Aviation
Headset
Your New Plantronics Aviation Headset
Easy to Wear, Easy to Use
Plantronics offers two basic styles of aviation headsets: The MS50, which attaches
to a headband or eyeglasses; and the StarSet®, which rests behind the ear. All
Plantronics headsets offer hands-free, in-flight convenience, lightweight comfort
during extended wear, and the dependability that has made us part of every
manned-space program from Project Mercury to the Space Shuttle.
Miniaturized solid-state circuitry provides reliable, quality communication. Plantronics
MS50 and StarSet aviation headsets meet FAA requirement TSO C57 and C58.
To get the maximum benefit from your new headset and accessories, read this user’s
guide carefully.
Selecting the Proper-Sized Eartip
The eartip providing maximum comfort and clarity will be large enough to permit
only the bulb portion to fit snugly into the ear opening. Make the selection before
attaching the eartip to the capsule.
Performance Tip
Never use an eartip that is too small or too large. Clean the eartip regularly. Do not
kink the flexible eartip tube. See also the section on Care and Maintenance.
Caution: If you have a history of ear infections or allergies to plastics, you should
exercise care in using the eartip.
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Printed in U.S.A.
User’s Guide
StarSet®
MS50™
Aviation Headsets Are Available in the Following Models
© November 2000, Plantronics, Inc. All rights reserved.
StarSet and the name Plantronics and the Plantronics logo
are registered trademarks of Plantronics, Inc.
MS50 and the clear color and curvature of the Plantronics
voice tube are trademarks of Plantronics, Inc. SP-57
Attaching Your Headset to Your Glasses
MS50
The spring clip on either side of the capsule allows you to snap your headset onto
your glasses. If your glasses have wire temples, you may wish to order an eyeglass
bow adapter to thicken the mounting base for the capsule and ensure a comfortable
fit, as shown. The bow adapter is not included with the MS50 aviation headset
(order PN 10822-00).
StarSet®
If you wear glasses, you may attach the headset to your eyeglass frames. For thicker
plastic frames, mount the eyeglass clip on the desired temple, as shown. For thin or
wire frames, pull back the tab on top of the clip, as illustrated, and slide the clip
onto the desired temple, releasing the tab when the clip is in position. Insert the
headset in the clip as shown and pivot the capsule away from the frames. After
putting your glasses on, pivot the capsule toward your head and insert the eartip.
For a tight fit on fine frames, place the glasses bow adapter included with your
aviation StarSet on the desired temple and mount the eyeglass clip over the adapter.
Adjusting the Clothing Clip
Attach the clothing clip to a part of your clothing at about chest level. Press
the ends of the cable clamp to allow enough slack— approximate six inches
(15cm) —between your headset and the clothing clip.
Try moving your head from side to side to ensure that you have allowed sufficient
cable slack between the headset and the clothing clip.
Care and Maintenance of Your Headset
• Periodically wipe off the capsule and voice tube or boom using a soft cloth which
may be dampened with water.
•Do Not use alcohol, cleaning solvents, or detergents on your headset.
Accessories and Replacement Parts List
MS50 PLANTRONICS PART NUMBER
• MS50 Eartip Kit 05091-00
• Headband
(single band) 18123-01
(double band) 18145-01
• Eyeglass Bow Adapter 10822-00
• MS50 Voice Tube 18095-01
• BNS-1 Background Noise Suppressor 05354-00
STARSET®PLANTRONICS PART NUMBER
• StarSet Eartip Kit 07165-00
• StarSet Voice Tube 18093-01
• Eyeglass Clip (for StarSet) 07169-00
• BNS Tip (for StarSet) 10757-00
• Eyeglass Bow Adapter 10822-00
Plantronics Inc., 345 Encinal Street / Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(800) 544-4660 / www.plantronics.com
Adjusting Your Voice Tube
MS50
Place the voice tube near the corner of the mouth just below, but not directly in
front of, your lips, as shown. Move the headband pivot bar up and down to position
the tube vertically, and rotate the tube itself for horizontal positioning. If necessary,
you can move the capsule laterally on the pivot arm.
StarSet®
StarSet voice tubes rotate, pivot, and telescope.
Holding the headset securely against your head with one hand, grasp the bend in
the voice tube with the othe. Pull out, push in, or rotate the voice tube
to a position near the corner of the mouth, just below, but not in front of, your lips.
Aviation Headset Warranty
The Warranty period lasts for one year from
the manufacturing date code,date of order
or date of shipment, whichever is latest.
