Savox Hc-1 User manual

SAVOX® HC-1(2)

Helmet-com® unit with bone conduction

microphone

Product description

The SAVOX® HC-1(2) is a durable and light weight helmet-

com unit for professionals working in extreme and hazardous

conditions. The SAVOX® HC-1(2) provides instant, clear and

reliable “hands-free” communication, increasing personal

safety and work efciency, allowing full concentration on the

actual task.

Thanks to the unique arm/strap fastening system the SAVOX®

HC-1 easily mounts in almost any type of helmet without any

tools. The HC-2 is the dual speaker version that mount in

helmets particulary prepared for communication.

The convenient bone conduction microphone is voice sensitive

and makes a perfect combination with a breathing mask. The

SAVOX® HC-1(2) is the ideal communication solution for re

and rescue, special task operations – simply whenever using a

helmet. The SAVOX® HC-1(2) connects to most SAVOX® com-

control/PTT units adapting to most types of two-way radios.

The unit consists of the following parts/functions:

1. Bone conduction microphone

2. Speaker(s)

3. Detachable arm (HC-1)

4. Flexible strap (HC-1)

- Cable with quick release plug compatible with most SAVOX

with most SAVOX com-control units

Helmet specic mounting kit (HC-2)

- for MSA/Gallet helmet included

- for Dräger helmet available

Installation of the SAVOX HC-1 into the helmet:

• Choose the side of the helmet on which you prefer to

have the unit.

• Push the exible strap (4) behind the headband of the

helmet, or similar type of framework (g.1). (Alternatively

slide the exible strap through a proper slot to the other

side of the arm and then carefully slide the arm behind the

headband (g.2).)

• When positioned in the helmet, weave the exible strap

(4) through an appropriate slot in the arm (3). Finally,

weave the exible strap (4) to the backside of the arm (3).

• It is important that when the helmet is on your head,

the slots you have used keep the unit steady and that the

speaker is positioned on your ear.

Installation of the SAVOX HC-2 to the MSA/Gallet/

Drägerhelmet: (using specic mounting kit)

Speakers

• Mount the speaker on the left side of the helmet using

xing clip marked L. Mount the Left side speaker so that

the cable, going to the push-to-talk unit goes backwards

and the cables for the microphone and the right side

speaker goes forwards. Assure that the speaker sink into

the spacing between the cushion and the mounting slit. In

some helmets it might be necessary to press the cushion

with the thumb aside a little (g.3).

• Mount the speaker on the right side of the helmet

using xing clip marked R. Thread the Right side speaker

between the harness and the inner liner of the helmet to

the right side. Mount the right side speaker into the slit on

the right side of the helmet. Turn the speaker in such way

that the cable is going upward out of the speaker. Finally

place the cable connecting the speakers to the rear of the

helmet, lift the cushion and feed the cable underneeth the

cushion (g.4).

Microphone

• Clean the inside of the helmet under the net with grease

solvent. Threadthe microphone (1) under the sweatband

and the harness of the helmet.

user guide

SAVOX HC-1(2)

helmet-com

WARRANTY

1. SAVOX grants a 16 month guarantee for its accessories which period beings

from the date of sales to the original purchaser. This includes warranty repairs

orreplacement, whichever is of lower cost, of equipment or parts.

2. The defective products or parts should be sent to the manufacturer or to

an authorised service repair center intact i.e. for any products that have been

opened in a service attempt by an unauthorized service repair shop or by the

owner/user the warranty is void. Costs of transportation are not included in the

warranty service.

3. Damages which are caused by improper use or handling, storage or transpor-

tation are excluded from the warranty.

4. SAVOX is not liable for any damages caused by failure of the SAVOX product

during operation.

5. In other respects, the warranty conditions set forth in the NL92 will apply.

LIMITED WARRANTY FOR THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND CANADIAN

MARKETS ONLY.

SAVOX Communications Inc.(“SAVOX”) warrants that the SAVOX com-control

(“the Product”) will be free from defects in material or workmanship as follows:

For a time period of one (1) year from the date of purchase, SAVOX will repair

or replace the Product (repair or replacement to be at SAVOX’s sole discretion) if

it is determined to be defective.

For an additional one-year period from the date of purchase, SAVOX will pro-

vide replacement parts or replace the Product (repair or replacement to be at

SAVOX’s sole discretion), however, the customer will be responsible to pay labor

charges during the second year of the limited time warranty.

There are no warranties that extend beyond the limited warranty set forth

above.

Certain distributed products are warranted and serviced by their original

manufacturer. Please consult with your Dealer for details. During the labor war-

ranty period, to repair the Product, Purchaser may return the defected Product,

freight prepaid, or deliver it to the designated SAVOX authorized service center,

the address of which can be found at www.savox.com. SAVOX is not obligated

to provide the Purchaser with a substitute unit during the warranty period or

at any time.

CONDITIONS

1. Notiﬁcation of Claims: Warranty Service: If purchaser discovers that the Prod-

uct has proven defective in material or workmanship, then written notice with

an explanation of the claim shall be given promptly by Purchaser to SAVOX but

all claims for warranty service must be made within the warranty period. If after

investigation SAVOX determines that the reported problem was not covered by

the warranty, Purchaser shall pay SAVOX for the cost of investigating the prob-

lem at its then prevailing time- and materials rate. No repair or replacement by

Purchaser of any Product or part thereof shall extend the warranty period as to

the entire Product. The speciﬁc warranty on the repaired part only shall be in

effect for a period of ninety (90) days following the repair or replacement of the

part or the remaining period of the Product warranty, whichever is greater.

2. Exclusive Remedy: Acceptance: Purchaser’s exclusive remedy and SAVOX’s

sole obligation is to supply (or pay for) all labor necessary to repair any Product

found to be defective within the applicable warranty period and to supply, at

no extra charge, new or rebuilt replacements for defective parts. If repair or re-

placement fails to remedy the defect, then and only in such event, shall SAVOX

refund to Purchaser the price for such Product. Purchaser’s failure to make a

claim as provided in Paragraph 1 above or continued use of the Product shall

constitute an unqualiﬁed acceptance of such Product and waiver by Purchaser

of all claims thereto.

3. Exceptions to Limited Warranty: SAVOX shall have no liability or obligation

to Purchaser with respect to any Product subjected to abuse, improper use,

negligence, accident, modiﬁcation, failure of the end-user to follow the operat-

ing and maintenance procedures of the procedures outlined in the user’s guide,

attempted repair by nonqualiﬁed personnel, operation of the unit outside of

the

published environmental and electrical parameters, or if such Product’s original

identiﬁcation (trademark, serial) markings have been defaced , altered, or

removed, SAVOX excludes from warranty coverage. Products sold AS IS and/

or WITH ALL FAULTS and excludes used Products which have not been sold by

SAVOX to the Purchaser.

4. Proof of Purchase: The authorized Seller’s dated bill of sale must be retained

as evidence of the date of purchase and to establish warranty eligibility.

Disclaimer of warranty

Except for foregoing warranties, SAVOX hereby disclaims and excludes all other

warranties, express or implied, including, but not limited to any and/or all

implied warranties of merchantability, ﬁtness for particular purpose and/or any

warranty with regard to any claim of infringement that may be provided in sec-

tion 2-312(D) of the uniform commercial code and/or in any other comparable

state statute. SAVOX hereby disclaims any representations or warranty that the

product is compatible with any combination of non-SAVOX products purchaser

may choose to connect with the Product, including without limitation, portable

two-way handheld transceivers and interface products.

Limitation of liability

SAVOX is not liable for any Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy for dam-

ages for any claim of any kind whatsoever. Regardless of the legal theory

and whether arising in tort or contract, shall not be greater than the actual

purchase price of the product with respect to which such claim is made. In no

event shall SAVOX be liable to purchaser for any special, indirect, incidental, or

consequential damages of any kind including, but not limited to compensation,

reimbursement or damages on account of the loss of present of prospective

proﬁts or for death, personal injury or to property damage or for any other

reason whatsoever. Purchaser agrees that the cost of the Product is a reason-

able measure of Purchaser’s damage in the event of a claim for damage made

by the Purchaser based upon the circumstances existing at the time of the sale

of the product in light of anticipated or actual harm.

This Product is for commercial use.

Design and manufacturing: SAVOX Communications Ltd

Vitikka 4, FIN-02630 Espoo, Finland

[email protected]

www.savox.com

SAVOX® is a trademark of SAVOX Communications Ltd. Doc. nr: D22361. We

reserve the rights to changes.

• If a face mask with quick helmet fastenings is used, place

the microphone in the center of the inside of the helmet. If

a face mask with rubber strap fastenings is used, place the

microphone 3-4cm of the center to the left side so that the

center strap of the face mask does not get in between the

microphone and the skull.

• Remove the paper from the Velcro disc. Lift up the harness

of the helmet and place the microphone on the best suitable

spot and press down to glue the Velcro (g.5).

Strain-relief

Clean the inner surface of the helmet, underneath the left side

cushion with grease solvent. Remove the paper of the anchor

part of the strain relief. Place the anchor part approximately

1cm of the edge of the helmet behind the cushion and press

down to glue. Place the cable leading to the Push-To-Talk

unit in the sinking of the cushion. Fasten the cable with the

bundle-tie to the anchor part of the strain-relief (g.6).

NOTE!

• Make shure that the headband of the helmet is correctly

adjusted and that the chin strap is correctly adjusted and

allways in use .The speaker(s) and the microphone of the

SAVOX® HC-1(2) are sensitive parts. Always handle with

care.

• SAVOX Communications Ltd strongly recommends to

(detach or) take the SAVOX® HC-1(2) off the helmet when

two-way radio communications is not needed.

• SAVOX Communications Ltd is not responsible for any

possible damages caused to any other equipment or clothing

when using the SAVOX® HC-1(2).

Interconnection/Use

• Make sure that the battery of the radio is fully charged.

• Connect the radio interconnection cable of your SAVOX®

com-control/PTT unit to the radio.

• Attach the SAVOX® com-control/PTT unit to a proper spot

from where it can be easily operated.

• It is preferable to wear the equipment inside clothing

where it is protected from the environment.

• Connect the quick release connector plug of the SAVOX®

HC-1(2) to the jack of the SAVOX® com-control/PTT unit.

• Switch your radio ON.

• Adjust the volume of the radio to a suitable level

• Press the Push-To-Talk button to verify that the two-way

communication is working

Cleaning

The unit can be cleaned with a wet sponge or brush and

diluted dish washing detergent. Clean the connectors with

some high-class Vaseline spray (SAVOX recommends PRF

BAJOL, manufactured by Taerosol, (www.taerosol.com) or

similar type of lubricant. CAUTION! Do not apply solvent or

similar caustic chemicals!

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