QUIETON Q1 User manual

QUICK START GUIDE
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QUIETON Q1
USER GUIDE
We wish you relaxing moments
with QuietOn!
Your partner in noisy world
SILENCE IS GOLDEN
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CONTENTS
This package includes a pair of earplugs
with two changeable silicone tips, which
are designed for bigger and smaller ears.
A pair of black M-size Comply foam tips is
also included. You will get a carrying case
that works as a charging case. Charging
can be performed using a normal
micro-USB cable connected to a charger
or computer. The charging cable is
included in the box, while a charger is not.
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Please read, understand, and follow all safety information in these instructions prior to use QuietOn Q1.
Retain these instructions for future reference. If these recommendations are not followed, both attenuation
and function may be impaired. For more help please visit www.quieton.com.
QuietOn Q1 earplugs combine the advantages of in-ear passive earplugs with active noise cancelling,
providing optimal noise reduction across the whole audible spectrum, especially eective at the low
frequencies. This makes QuietOn Q1 ideal for airplane noise, trac noise, music coming through the wall,
environmental noise of industrial sites and engine noise from a motor vehicle.
1 IMPORTANT
2 WHERE QUIETON MAKES A DIFFERENCE
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0dB
-10dB
-20dB
-30dB
-40dB
-50dB
50Hz20Hz 100Hz 400Hz 1000Hz 4000Hz 10 000Hz
QuietOn
Regular
Earplugs
Windmill Airplane Talking Alarm
clock
Grass-
hopper
Lawn
mower
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3 USING QUIETONS
Turn QuietOns on by taking them from the charging case.
3.1 HOW TO USE QUIETONS
Push QuietOns firmly deep inside your ear. To ensure a
proper fit in the ear choose a suitable size of the tips
included in the sales box.
Rotate to correct position and enjoy the quiet. Once
QuietOns are properly positioned you may hear a low
background noise. Ensure that QuietOns are airtight in
the ear to get full noise cancellation performance.
After use, turn QuietOns o by inserting them back in to
the case.
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To charge the earplugs plug the micro-USB cable, included
in the box, into the connecting plug at the back of the
charging case. QuietOns need to be correctly positioned
within the charging case for successful charging. The
QuietOn case shall be supplied by adapter providing 5V
and 0.12 - 3A.
Lights of the charging case turn o once the QuietOns are
fully charged. Charging takes less than an hour.
Test the QuietOns’ functionality by covering the earplug hole with your finger. A
faint beep sound indicates the device is working properly. If you hear this beep
sound while wearing the QuietOns, adjust the position of QuietOns in your ears.
Change the used eartips by pulling them o and insert new eartips by pushing
them firmly into ear piece of QuietOns.
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Three dierent eartip sizes are provided with the product - small green silicone: 12.1 mm, medium blue
silicone: 13.3 mm; and medium black foam: 12.5 mm. It is recommended that earplugs are fitted, adjusted
and maintained in accordance with the following instructions.
Ensure that it is small enough to penetrate the ear canal and provide a secure fit, but is also large enough
that at least two flanges of silicone tips seal the ear canal. In case of foam tip ensure that it seals the ear canal
completely. If the medium size does not provide a proper fit, proceed with the small or large size eartips as
these were designed to fit users for whom the medium size is not suitable. Do not use product if the proper
size and fit cannot be obtained.
Use only QuietOn eartips designed for use with this product. Dierent tip sizes are available via QuietOn
webshop to help you the ensure that plugs will fit airtight in your ears. Do not insert the earpiece directly into
the ear without correctly attaching it to QuietOn earplug. In order to be comfortable to use, tips are
designed and manufactured of soft material and are not under warranty. Lifetime of Comply foam tips is
some months depending on the usage, new ones can be aquired from Quieton webshop.
3.2 EARTIP SELECTION
After use, turn QuietOns o by inserting them back in to
the case.
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QuietOn earplugs should be stored in charging case. Please refer to the storage temperature ranges listed in
the “Temperature ranges” section. Batteries are fully charged at the factory, they will self-discharge
gradually like all batteries. To keep batteries in good condition while in storage, it is recommended to
recharge the earplugs once every four months.
3.3 STORAGE
It is important to clean the device to maintain its functionality. To maintain the performance of your
QuietOns, ensure also that your ears are clean before using the earplugs. The body of the earplug can be
cleaned with a dry or damp cloth. Avoid touching the mesh at the end of the audio canal.
4.1 CLEANING THE QUIETON EARPLUGS
4 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
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Be careful that the mesh at the end of the audio canal does not get dirty. Note that the device does not work
properly if the mesh is dirty or removed. If constant beeping sound can be heard, it can be an indication that
there is some dirt or ear wax on the mesh. When cleaning the mesh, please follow instructions below. Avoid
unnecessary cleaning. Remove the tips from QuietOn. Take wax o very gently by cotton sticks without
pushing it through mesh. Please follow steps 1-4 when cleaning the mesh:
4.3 CLEANING THE MESH
1. For cleaning, you need five cotton sticks, warm water and paper towel.
The tips can be removed from the device by pulling gently. After this,
the silicone tips can be washed with mild soap and water. Be sure to dry
the silicone tips carefully before putting them back to earplugs. The
foam tips are wiped with a soft damp cloth or dry tissue. Do not use
detergents or soak the foam tips with water.
4.2 CLEANING THE TIPS
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The interior of the charging case should be kept free from dust
and debris. When cleaning the exterior, use dry or damp cloth.
Be careful with USB port. When cleaning the interior, use dry
cotton sticks. Be careful with charging contacts, do not bend
those.
4.4 CLEANING THE CHARGING CASE
2. Dip cotton sticks gently in warm water, but not too much.
3. Keep the QuietOn audio canal downwards to minimize
water going through mesh. Wipe mesh with cotton sticks,
avoid pushing too much.
4. Dry the mesh with a dry cotton stick or a paper towel.
Repeat wipe and dry about 5 times. Keep the QuietOn
audio canal down until it´s dry. Test functionality.
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Operating temperature range for the earpiece: -4°F to 122°F (-20°C to 50°C). Storage temperature range
(complete kit): -4°F to 122°F (-20°C to 50°C). Charging temperature range: 32°F to 113°F (0°C to 45°C).
Replacement eartips and spare parts are available from QuietOn web shop. Navigate to www.quieton.com
for additional ordering information.
5 TEMPERATURE RANGES
6 PRODUCT AND ACCESSORIES
7 WARNINGS
Misuse or failure to wear hearing protectors at all times that you are exposed to hazardous noise may result
in hearing loss or injury. For proper use, see supervisor, User Instructions, or contact QuietOn Customer
Service. This hearing protector helps reduce exposure to hazardous noise and other loud sounds. Use and
store device carefully.
Ensure the hearing protector is fitted, regularly checked for serviceability, and maintained in accordance
with these user instructions. Do not use the device if the mesh is clogged as it may lead to high beep tone.
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Misuse or failure to wear hearing protectors at all times that you are exposed to hazardous noise may result
in hearing loss or injury. For proper use, see supervisor, User Instructions, or contact QuietOn Customer
Service. This hearing protector helps reduce exposure to hazardous noise and other loud sounds. Use and
store device carefully.
Ensure the hearing protector is fitted, regularly checked for serviceability, and maintained in accordance
with these user instructions. Do not use the device if the mesh is clogged as it may lead to high beep tone.
Improper fit of this device will reduce its eectiveness in attenuating noise. Consult the enclosed
instructions for proper fit.
If there is any drainage from your ear or you have an ear infection, consult with your physician before
wearing earplugs. Failure to do so may result in hearing loss or injury.
The sound attenuation caused by the device can create a risk in situations where it is important to hear
environmental sounds and warning alarms, for example, road trac or warning sirens on a construction site.
Note that alarm sounds will sound dierent when wearing the earplugs.
Local laws may restrict the use of QuietOn in trac. Always obey local laws.
Do not use the earplugs if they produce excessively loud audio tone. If this occurs while the mesh is clean,
the device may be broken and should be returned to the seller. This should not be confused with the beep
sound that is created momentarily when the plugs are inserted into the ear. Do not use the earplugs if the
beeping sound is continuous.
The device contains small parts that may present a choking hazard to small children and animals. The device
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is not suitable for children under three years of age.
The device contains magnets, which may aect magnetic stripe cards, pacemakers or similar devices.
The device is not waterproof. Do not wet the unit. This may create a short circuit, which can cause a risk of
fire. The earplugs are IP 54 compatible. The charging case is not IP rated.
Do not expose the device to high temperatures.
Do not use the device in case of mechanical breakage of the device. This may create a short circuit, which
can cause a fire risk. Use and store the device carefully.
Use only an approved Micro-USB charger or computer to charge: connected via USB to Micro-USB cable.
The charger should be compatible with the safety standards: CE or UL / CSA / IEC / EN 60065-1. Do not
leave the device on charge for long periods of time.
Only use compatible QuietOn eartips. Do not insert the earplug directly into the ear without a correctly
8 CAUTIONS
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If there is any drainage from your ear or you have an ear infection, consult with your physician before
wearing earplugs. Failure to do so may result in hearing loss or injury.
The sound attenuation caused by the device can create a risk in situations where it is important to hear
environmental sounds and warning alarms, for example, road trac or warning sirens on a construction site.
Note that alarm sounds will sound dierent when wearing the earplugs.
Local laws may restrict the use of QuietOn in trac. Always obey local laws.
Do not use the earplugs if they produce excessively loud audio tone. If this occurs while the mesh is clean,
the device may be broken and should be returned to the seller. This should not be confused with the beep
sound that is created momentarily when the plugs are inserted into the ear. Do not use the earplugs if the
beeping sound is continuous.
The device contains small parts that may present a choking hazard to small children and animals. The device
attached eartip.
When used according to the User Instructions, this hearing protector helps reduce exposure to noises, such
as industrial noises and noises from vehicles and aircraft. If your hearing seems dulled or you hear a ringing
or buzzing during or after any noise exposure, your hearing may be at risk and you should move away from
such noise to protect your ears.
Notice is that if the battery is empty, there is an eect to device's performance and active noise cancelling
is not working. The attenuation is then at passive level. Do check device functionality according the “Testing”
section at the beginning of this manual. When using the device for the hearing protection purpose, ensure
that passive protection is enough for your purposes. See the tables in chapter “LABORATORY ATTENUA-
TION”.
The performance of active noise cancelling earplugs may be adversely aected when sustained oscillation
(whistling or instability) is perceived. If refitting the earplugs does not overcome this, you should contact us.
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9 LABORATORY ATTENUATION
Foam eartips (active) EN 352-5:2002 + A1:2005
Silicone eartips (active) EN 352-5:2002 + A1:2005
Frequency (Hz) 63 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000 8000
42 42 36 29 25 30 34 43
55 4 5 5 5 6 4
37 37 32 24 20 25 27 39
Mean Attenuation (dB)
Standard Deviation (dB)
APV (dB)
Frequency (Hz) 63 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000 8000
41 46 36 27 23 25 29 36
77 7 6 5 6 6 6
34 39 29 21 17 18 22 29
Mean Attenuation (dB)
Standard Deviation (dB)
APV (dB)
SNR
H
M
L
26
25
22
24
SNR
H
M
L
22
20
19
20
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attached eartip.
When used according to the User Instructions, this hearing protector helps reduce exposure to noises, such
as industrial noises and noises from vehicles and aircraft. If your hearing seems dulled or you hear a ringing
or buzzing during or after any noise exposure, your hearing may be at risk and you should move away from
such noise to protect your ears.
Notice is that if the battery is empty, there is an eect to device's performance and active noise cancelling
is not working. The attenuation is then at passive level. Do check device functionality according the “Testing”
section at the beginning of this manual. When using the device for the hearing protection purpose, ensure
that passive protection is enough for your purposes. See the tables in chapter “LABORATORY ATTENUA-
TION”.
The performance of active noise cancelling earplugs may be adversely aected when sustained oscillation
(whistling or instability) is perceived. If refitting the earplugs does not overcome this, you should contact us.
The highest level of external noise for which the ANR circuit is operating correctly is 100 dB(A).
SNR
H
M
L
23
23
20
18
Foam eartips (passive) EN 352-2:2002
Frequency (Hz) 63 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000 8000
22 24 24 26 28 35 38 44
4 5 4 5 5 5 6 4
18 19 21 21 23 30 32 40
Mean Attenuation (dB)
Standard Deviation (dB)
APV (dB)
SNR
H
M
L
28
29
24
22
Silicone eartips (passive) EN 352-2:2002
Frequency (Hz) 63 125 250 500 1000 2000 4000 8000
23 25 24 22 25 32 28 39
6 7 7 5 5 6 6 6
18 18 17 17 20 25 22 32
Mean Attenuation (dB)
Standard Deviation (dB)
APV (dB)
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10 NO MODIFICATIONS
11 DISPOSAL
12 LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIABILITY
Modifications to this device shall not be made without the written consent of QuietOn. Unauthorized
modifications may void the warranty and the authority granted under Federal Communications Commission
rules permitting the operation of this device.
QuietOn active noise cancelling earplugs have a non-replaceable rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Plugs
and batteries are required to be recycled by local, state/province, and national laws. To properly recycle/dis-
pose of the battery, always follow local solid waste disposal regulations.
This warranty shall apply extended only to the original end-use purchaser or the person receiving the
product as a gift, and shall not be extended to any other person or transferee.
Unless a dierent warranty period is stated in the owner's guide provided with your QuietOn product, for a
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period of 2 year (in EU) or 1 year (other countries) from the date of retail purchase by the original
end-use purchaser, QuietOn’s warrants that this product, when delivered to you in new condition, in
original packaging, from a QuietOn authorized reseller and used in normal conditions, is free from any
defects in manufacturing, materials and workmanship. Eartips are replaceable and not under warranty.
This warranty does not cover defects resulting from improper or unreasonable use or maintenance; failure
to follow operating instructions; accident; excess moisture; insects; lightning; power surges; connections to
improper voltage supply; unauthorized alteration or modification of original condition; damages caused by
inadequate packing or shipping procedures; loss of, damage to or corruption of stored data; damages
caused by use with non-QuietOn products; product that requires modification or adaptation to enable it to
operate in any country other than the country for which it was designed, manufactured, approved and/or
authorized, or unauthorized opening of the cover or repair of products; and products purchased from
unauthorized dealers.
During the warranty period, we will, at our sole option, repair or replace (using new or refurbished
replacement parts) any defective parts within a reasonable period of time and free of charge.
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12.1 LIABILITY
We do not pay shipping, insurance or transportation charges from you to us, or any import fees, duties and
taxes.
To obtain Limited Warranty Service you must return product, with proof of purchase from an authorized
QuietOn dealer, using the following procedures:
Contact the QuietOn organization in your country/region (visit www.QuietOn.com for QuietOn contact
information in your country/region) for specific return and shipping instructions; Label and ship the product,
freight prepaid, to the address provided by the QuietOn organization in your country. The product must be
properly packed for shipping. All the parts included in the original sales package must be included. Place
any necessary return authorization number prominently on the outside of the carton. Cartons not bearing a
return authorization will not be accepted.
THE PROVISIONS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY, WHETHER
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, WRITTEN OR ORAL, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
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