Pliant MICROCOM 900M User manual

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OPERATING MANUAL
Pliant Technologies, LLC
205 Technology Parkway
Auburn, Alabama 36830 USA
Phone [phone]
Toll-Free 1.844.475.4268 or 1.844.4PLIANT
Fax [phone] www.plianttechnologies.com

CONTENTS
Introduction .............................................................................................................................................1
What’s Included with MicroCom 900M? ...............................................................................................1
Controls ....................................................................................................................................................2
Setup ........................................................................................................................................................2
Operation .................................................................................................................................................3
Battery .....................................................................................................................................................3
Menu Settings .........................................................................................................................................4
Device Specifications..............................................................................................................................6
Product Care and Maintenance .............................................................................................................7
Product Support......................................................................................................................................7
License Information.................................................................................................................................8
Pliant Warranty Statement ....................................................................................................................9

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INTRODUCTION
We at Pliant Technologies want to thank you for purchasing MicroCom 900M. MicroCom 900M is
a compact, economical wireless intercom system that operates in the 900MHz frequency band to
provide excellent range and performance. The system features small, lightweight belt packs and
provides excellent sound quality, ease-of-use, and long-life battery operation.
In order to get the most out of your new MicroCom 900M, please take a few moments to read this
manual completely so that you better understand the operation of this product. This document
applies to model PMC-900M. For questions not addressed in this manual, feel free to contact the
Pliant Technologies Customer Support Department.
PRODUCT FEATURES
WHAT’S INCLUDED WITH MICROCOM 900M?
• Holster
• Neck Strap
• USB Charging Cable
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
• Economical single-channel
system
• Simple to operate
• Up to 5 full-duplex users
• Unlimited listen-only users
• 900MHz frequency band
• Encrypted FHSS technology
• Small and lightweight
• Water-resistant construction
• Long, 10-hour battery life
• Low latency (less than 35 ms)
• PAC-USB5-CHG: MicroCom 5-Port USB
Charger
• PAC-MC-5CASE: IP-67-rated hard travel case
• PHS-SB11LE-DM: SmartBoom® LITE Single
Ear Pliant headset with Dual Mini connector
for MicroCom
• PHS-SB110E-DM: SmartBoom PRO Single Ear
Pliant headset with Dual Mini connector for
MicroCom
• PHS-SB210E-DM: SmartBoom PRO Dual Ear
Pliant headset with Dual Mini connector for
MicroCom
• PHS-IEL-M: MicroCom in-ear headset, single
ear, left only
• PHS-IELPTT-M: MicroCom in-hear headset
with push-to-talk (PTT) button, single ear, left
only
• PHS-LAV-DM: MicroCom lavalier microphone
and eartube
• PHS-LAVPTT-DM: MicroCom lavalier
microphone and eartube with PTT button
• PHS-HH-DM: MicroCom hardhat/helmet
headset

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CONTROLS
SETUP
1. Connect a headset to the belt pack. The belt pack headset connection supports dual mini
and single mini headsets. Dual mini connectors can be inserted in either direction. Single mini
connectors can be inserted in either port of the headset connection.
2. Power on. Press and hold the POWER button for three (3) seconds, until the screen turns on.
3. Select a Group. Press and hold the MODE button for 3 seconds, until
the “GRP” symbol is blinking on the LCD. Then, use the VOLUME +/−
buttons to select a group number from 0–51. Short-press MODE to save
your selection and proceed to ID setting.
Important: Radios must have the same group number to communicate.
4. Select an ID. When “ID” begins to blink on the LCD, use the VOLUME
+/−buttons to select an ID number. Press and hold MODE to save your
selection and exit the menu.
a. Pack IDs range from 00–05.
b. One pack must always use the “00” ID and serve as the master pack
for proper system function. “MR” designates the master pack on its
LCD.
c. Listen-only packs must use the “05” ID. You may duplicate ID “05” on
multiple belt packs if setting up listen-only users. (See “Receiving
Mode Selection” on page 4 for more information about that
process.)
Talk/State LED
Charging LED
Power Button
Talk Button
Headset
Connection
USB Charger
Connection
Volume +/–
Buttons Mode Button
LCD Screen
Antenna
Figure 1: Group Edit Screen
Figure 2: ID Edit Screen
Figure 3: ID Edit Screen (Master ID)

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OPERATION
• Talk - Use the TALK button to enable or disable talk for the device. This button changes with a
single, short press. “TK” appears on the LCD when enabled.
• Volume Up and Down - Use the +and −buttons to control the volume. “VOL” and a numerical
value from 00–09 appear on the LCD when volume is adjusted.
• LED Modes -
»Left-hand Talk/State LED is blue and double blinks when logged in and single blinks when
logged out.
»Right-hand Charging LED is red when battery is low and also red when charging in progress.
LED turns off when charging is complete.
OPERATING MULTIPLE MICROCOM SYSTEMS IN ONE LOCATION
Each separate MicroCom system should use the same Group for all belt packs in that system. Pliant
recommends that systems operating in proximity to one another set their Groups to be at least ten
(10) values apart. For example, if one system is using Group 03, another system nearby should use
Group 13.
BATTERY
The rechargeable Lithium-ion battery is installed in the device. Plug the USB charging cable into
the USB port to recharge the battery. The charging LED in the right top corner of the device will
illuminate solid red while the battery is charging and will turn off once the battery is fully charged.
The battery charge time is approximately 3.5 hours from empty. The belt pack may be used while
charging, but doing so may lengthen battery charge time.

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MENU SETTINGS
The following settings are adjustable from the belt pack menu.
To access the menu, press and hold the MODE button for 3 seconds, until the “GRP” symbol is
blinking on the LCD. Then, short-press the MODE button the specied number of times to access
the setting you wish to change. Once you have nished your changes, press and hold MODE to save
your selection and exit the menu.
• Side Tone On/Off - Side tone allows you to hear yourself while talking. Louder environments
may require you to increase your side tone.
» To adjust side tone, access the belt pack menu, then press the MODE button twice. When the
“S_” value is blinking on the LCD, use the VOLUME +/−buttons to select an option from S0–S5.
» “S0” is off. “S1” is the lowest side tone level. “S5” is the highest.
» The default side tone setting is “S3.”
• Receiving Mode Selection - This setting allows you to set the belt pack to full duplex mode
(both receiving and transmitting) or set it to receive only (i.e., listen only, which disables the belt
pack’s talk function).
» To switch the receiving mode setting, access the belt pack menu, then press the MODE
button three (3) times. When the “P_” value is blinking on the LCD, use the VOLUME +/−
buttons to select between “PO” and “PF.”
» “PO” is full duplex (both receiving and transmitting). This mode may only be used with pack
IDs 00–04.
» “PF” is receive only (i.e., listen only). This mode may be used with any pack ID, but if you wish
to set up multiple listen-only users, you may do so by repeating ID “05” as needed, and setting
each pack to “PF” mode. This is an exception to the rule that all belt packs must have a unique
ID number.
» The default mode setting is “PO.”
• Microphone Sensitivity Level Control - Set microphone sensitivity based on your environment
and headset capabilities. Louder environments may require you to reduce the mic sensitivity,
while quieter environments may require you to increase it.
» To adjust the mic sensitivity setting, access the belt pack menu, then press the MODE button
four (4) times. When the “C_” value is blinking on the LCD, use the VOLUME +/−buttons to
select an option from C 1–C5.
» “C 1” is the lowest sensitivity level. “C5” is the highest.
» The default microphone sensitivity level setting is “C 1.”
• Audio Output High/Low - Higher audio output is recommended for louder environments.
Changing the output setting here results in a gain increase or decrease of 3 dB.
» To switch the audio output setting, access the belt pack menu, then press the MODE button
ve (5) times. When the “U_” value is blinking on the LCD, use the VOLUME +/−buttons to
select between “UL” and “UH.”
» “UL” is audio output low. “UH” is audio output high.
» The default audio output setting is “UL” (audio output low).

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MENU OPTIONS
RECOMMENDED SETTINGS BY HEADSET
The following table provides recommended MicroCom settings for several common headset
models.
Menu Setting Options Description
Side Tone S0
S1, S2, S3*, S4, S5
Side Tone Off
Side Tone Levels 1–5
Receiving Mode PO*
PF
Receiving and Transmitting Mode
Receive-Only Mode (Listen-Only)
Mic Sensitivity Level C1*, C2, C3, C4, C5 Mic Sensitivity Levels 1–5
Audio Output Level UL
UH*
Audio Output Low
Audio Output High
* Default Settings Noted with Asterisk
Headset Model Recommended Setting
Mic Sensitivity Level Audio Output Level
Headset with boom mic C1 UH
Headset with lavalier mic C3 UH

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DEVICE SPECIFICATIONS
Specification** Details
Radio Frequency Type ISM 902–928 MHz
Radio Interference ISM 900 MHz: FSK Modulation with Frequency Hopping
Voice Codec 16 bit / 16 KHz
Tx Max Output Power 100 mW
Rx Sensitivity -95 dBm
Voice Latency <35 ms
Frequency Channels 78 channels
Channel Spacing 2 MHz
Data Rate 2 Mbps
Battery Type Rechargeable 3.7 V, 1,100 mA Li-ion xed battery
Battery Life Approx. 10 hours
Power Consumption Average 10 mA at Class 1 (100 mW)
Charge Type USB Micro, 5V 1–2A
Frequency Response 50 Hz - 7 kHz
Maximum Full Duplex Users 5
Dimension / Weight 98 mm (H) x 49 mm (W) x 17 mm (D) / 88 g
Display 7-segment LCD
**Notice about Specications: While Pliant Technologies makes every attempt to maintain the accuracy of
the information contained in its product manuals, that information is subject to change without notice.
Performance specications included in this manual are design-centered specications and are included
for customer guidance and to facilitate system installation. Actual operating performance may vary.
Manufacturer reserves the right to change specications to reect latest changes in technology and
improvements at any time without notice.

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PRODUCT CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Clean using a soft, damp cloth.
CAUTION: Do not use cleaners that contain solvents. Keep liquid and foreign objects out of
the device openings. If the product is exposed to rain, gently wipe off all surfaces,
cables, and cable connections as soon as possible and allow unit to dry before storing.
PRODUCT SUPPORT
Pliant Technologies offers technical support via phone and email from 07:00 to 19:00 Central Time
(UTC−06:00), Monday through Friday.
1.844.475.4268 or +1.334.321.1160
[email protected]
Visit www.plianttechnologies.com for product support, documentation, and live chat for help. (Live
chat available 08:00 to 17:00 Central Time (UTC−06:00), Monday through Friday.)
RETURNING EQUIPMENT FOR REPAIR OR MAINTENANCE
All questions and/or requests for a Return Authorization Number should be directed to the
Customer Service department (customer[email protected]). Do not return any
equipment directly to the factory without rst obtaining a Return Material Authorization (RMA)
Number. Obtaining a Return Material Authorization Number will ensure that your equipment is
handled promptly.
All shipments of Pliant products should be made via UPS, or the best available shipper, prepaid and
insured. The equipment should be shipped in the original packing carton; if that is not available, use
any suitable container that is rigid and of adequate size to surround the equipment with at least
four inches of shock-absorbing material. All shipments should be sent to the following address and
must include a Return Material Authorization Number:
Pliant Technologies Customer Service Department
Attn: Return Material Authorization #
205 Technology Parkway
Auburn, AL USA 36830-0500

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LICENSE INFORMATION
PLIANT TECHNOLOGIES MICROCOM™ FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
00004130 (FCCID: YJH-MC-11)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CAUTION
Modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
FCC Compliance Information: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
IMPORTANT NOTE
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure
limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at
least 5 mm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.

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PLIANT WARRANTY STATEMENT
PARTS LIMITED WARRANTY
Replacement parts for Pliant Technologies, LLC products are warranted to be free from defects in
materials and workmanship for 120 days from the date of sale to the end user.
This warranty does not cover any defect, malfunction, or failure caused by circumstances beyond
the control of Pliant Technologies, LLC, including but not limited to negligent operation, abuse,
accident, failure to follow instructions in the Operating Manual, defective or improper associated
equipment, attempts at modication and/or repair not authorized by Pliant Technologies, LLC, and
shipping damage. Any damage done to a replacement part during its installation voids the warranty
of the replacement part.
This limited warranty is the sole and exclusive express warranty given with respect to Pliant
Technologies, LLC products. It is the responsibility of the user to determine before purchase that
this product is suitable for the user’s intended purpose. ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF
THIS EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY. NEITHER PLIANT TECHNOLOGIES, LLC NOR ANY AUTHORIZED
RESELLER WHO SELLS PLIANT PROFESSIONAL INTERCOM PRODUCTS IS LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND.
CrewCom® and MicroCom™ products are
warranted to be free from defects in materials
and workmanship for a period of two years
from the date of sale to the end user, under the
following conditions:
• First year of warranty included with purchase.
• Second year of warranty requires product
registration on the Pliant website.
Tempest® professional products carry a two-
year product warranty.
All headsets and accessories (including Pliant-
branded batteries) carry a one-year warranty.
The sole obligation of Pliant Technologies,
LLC during the warranty period is to provide,
without charge, parts and labor necessary to
remedy covered defects appearing in products
returned prepaid to Pliant Technologies, LLC.
This warranty does not cover any defect,
malfunction, or failure caused by circumstances
beyond the control of Pliant Technologies,
LLC, including but not limited to negligent
operation, abuse, accident, failure to follow
instructions in the Operating Manual, defective
or improper associated equipment, attempts
at modication and/or repair not authorized by
Pliant Technologies, LLC, and shipping damage.
Products with their serial numbers removed or
effaced are not covered by this warranty.
This limited warranty is the sole and exclusive
express warranty given with respect to
Pliant Technologies, LLC products. It is the
responsibility of the user to determine before
purchase that this product is suitable for
the user’s intended purpose. ANY AND ALL
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE
IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY,
ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS
EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY. NEITHER PLIANT
TECHNOLOGIES, LLC NOR ANY AUTHORIZED
RESELLER WHO SELLS PLIANT PROFESSIONAL
INTERCOM PRODUCTS IS LIABLE FOR
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
OF ANY KIND.