Sennheiser S1 PASSIVE User manual

S1 PASSIVE
Instruction manual

Contents
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Contents
Important safety information .................................................................................. 2
The S1 PASSIVE headset ............................................................................................ 3
Delivery includes ........................................................................................................ 4
Product overview ....................................................................................................... 5
Overview of the headset ............................................................................................ 5
Overview of the control unit ..................................................................................... 6
Putting the S1 PASSIVE into operation ................................................................... 7
Connecting the headset to the intercom ................................................................ 7
Inserting and changing the batteries/rechargeable batteries .......................... 7
Connecting an audio device or mobile phone to the control unit .....................8
Attaching the belt clip, the cable clip and the design caps ................................ 9
Using the S1 PASSIVE .............................................................................................. 11
Individually adjusting the headset and wearing it ............................................11
Switching the control unit on/off ..........................................................................13
Adjusting the headset to the listening situation ...............................................13
Transporting the S1 PASSIVE ................................................................................. 16
Cleaning and maintaining the S1 PASSIVE ........................................................... 17
If a problem occurs ... ............................................................................................... 18
Accessories and spare parts ................................................................................... 19
Specifications ............................................................................................................ 20
Manufacturer declarations ..................................................................................... 22

Important safety information
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Important safety information
왘Please read this instruction manual carefully and completely before using the
product.
왘Always include this instruction manual when passing the product on to third
parties.
왘This instruction manual is also available on the Internet at
www.sennheiser-aviation.com or www.sennheiser.com.
Preventing health problems and accidents
왘Always maintain a distance of at least 3.94“ (10 cm) between the ear cups and
the cardiac pacemaker or implanted defibrillator since the product generates
permanent magnetic fields.
왘Keep product, accessory and packaging parts out of reach of children who
could swallow smaller pieces.
왘Switch the product off after use to conserve battery power. Remove the
rechargeable batteries if the product will not be used for extended periods of
time.
왘If during flight operation you, as the pilot, operate your connected device using
the headset, this can limit your attention. During flight operation, do not use
the headset for making phone calls or listening to music.
왘The product is capable of producing sound pressure exceeding 85 dB(A). In
many countries 85 dB(A) is the maximum legally permissible level for contin-
uous noise exposure during the working day. Do not listen at high volume
levels for long periods of time to prevent hearing damage.
Preventing damage to the product and dysfunctions
왘Always keep the product dry and do not expose it to extreme temperatures
(hairdryer, heater, extended exposure to sunlight, etc.) to avoid corrosion or
deformation.
왘Only clean the product with a soft, dry cloth.
왘Never repair or attempt to repair a defective product yourself. Contact your
Sennheiser partner or the Sennheiser Service Department.
왘Only replace parts of the product whose replacement is described in this
instruction manual. All other parts of the product must be replaced by your
Sennheiser partner.

The S1 PASSIVE headset
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Intended use
Intended use of the product includes
• having read and understood this instruction manual, especially the chapter
“Important safety information”,
• using the product within the operating conditions and limitations described in
this instruction manual.
“Improper use” means using the product other than as described in this instruc-
tion manual, or under operating conditions which differ from those described
herein.
The S1 PASSIVE headset
The S1 PASSIVE aviation headset convinces with excellent passive noise attenua-
tion. The headset has been designed for use in noisy single- and multi-engine
propeller aircraft and helicopters.
The headset is characterized by its high-quality appearance and offers
outstanding wearing comfort. With ear pads specially designed for spectacle
wearers, a contact pressure that is individually adjustable and a two-piece head-
band, the headset is always comfortable to wear even on long flights. In addition,
the headset has been designed with an emphasis on well-balanced weight distri-
bution.
The control unit of the S1 PASSIVE features a 3.5 mm jack socket for connecting
an audio device or mobile phone. An integrated switch allows you to mute the
connected audio device or mobile phone during ATC communications.
Features
• Superb passive noise attenuation
• Extremely comfortable to wear due to adjustable contact pressure and ear
pads specially designed for spectacle wearers
• Well-balanced low weight
• Foldable ear cups
• Excellent audio quality
•ActiveGard
TM safeguards your ears from volume peaks above 110 dB
• Control unit with 3.5 mm jack socket for connecting audio devices and mobiles
phones
• Muting of the connected audio device or mobile phone during ATC communi-
cations
• “Auto shut-off” extends battery life
• Made in Germany

Delivery includes
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Delivery includes
S1 PASSIVE headset
Transport case for headset and accessories
3.5 mm audio cable (OMTP compatible)
3.5 mm adapter cable (AT&T compatible)
Cable clip
Wind and pop screen
Belt clip
Safety guide and quick guide
A list of accessories can be found on the S1 PASSIVE product page at
www.sennheiser-aviation.com or www.sennheiser.com
.
For information on suppliers, contact your local Sennheiser partner:
• www.sennheiser-aviation.com > “Purchase Information”
• www.sennheiser.com > “Service & Support”
S1 PASSIVE
Quick Guide
Safety Guide

Product overview
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Product overview
Overview of the headset
1Headband padding
2Ear pads
3Microphone sensitivity control
4Microphone
5Contact pressure slide switch
Before wearing the headset, remove the protective foil Afrom the
Sennheiser logo.
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Product overview
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Overview of the control unit
6Mono /stereo switch
7MUTING OFF/ON switch
8Power OFF/ON switch
9Power LED
0Volume control
A5.25 mm jack plug
(PJ-068 equivalent)
B¼” (6.35 mm) jack plug
(PJ-055 equivalent)
C3.5 mm jack socket
(mobile phone and audio input)
0
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C
A
B

Putting the S1 PASSIVE into operation
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Putting the S1 PASSIVE into operation
Connecting the headset to the intercom
Inserting and changing the batteries/rechargeable batteries
If you are using the headset together with an audio device or mobile phone, the
control unit requires batteries or rechargeable batteries.
1Remove the belt clip from the control unit and open the battery compartment
cover.
2Insert two AA size batteries/rechargeable batteries. Observe correct polarity.
3Close the battery compartment cover.
When you switch the headset on (see page 13), the Power LED 9provides infor-
mation on the remaining battery/rechargeable battery capacity.
왘Connect the jack plugs of the control unit
to the corresponding jack sockets of your
intercom.
Jack plug of the control unit Jack socket of the intercoms
5.25 mm jack plug AMicrophone input
¼” (6.35 mm) jack plug BHeadphone output
LED lights up yellow: The battery/rechargeable battery capacity is sufficient.
LED lights up red: The batteries/rechargeable batteries are flat.
B
A
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Putting the S1 PASSIVE into operation
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If the battery capacity is low, the headset automatically switches off to protect
the batteries/rechargeable batteries from total discharge and leakage.
왘Replace the batteries or recharge the rechargeable batteries.
Connecting an audio device or mobile phone to the control unit
The control unit’s 3.5 mm jack socket allows you to connect an audio device or
mobile telephone. For this purpose, the Power OFF/ON switch must be set to the
position ON.
왘Use the volume control to adjust the volume of the connected device (see
page 13). However, other functions cannot be controlled via the control unit.
왘Operate your connected device as usual and observe the manufacturers
instructions.
Connecting OMTP compatible mobile phones and audio devices
왘Use the supplied audio cable when connecting mobile phones from LG®, Nokia®,
Samsung®and Sony Ericsson® and audio devices.
Type of use Type Operating time
Muting
Alkaline batteries/
rechargeable batteries approx. 200 hrs
Lithium batteries approx. 220 hrs
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Putting the S1 PASSIVE into operation
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Connecting AT&T compatible mobile phones
왘Use the supplied audio cable together with the adapter cable when connecting
mobile phones from Apple®iPhone®, Motorola®and BlackBerry®.
Attaching the belt clip, the cable clip and the design caps
Attaching the belt clip
The belt clip allows you to attach the control unit to the seat belt so that the
control unit doesn’t hinder you.
1Slide the belt clip onto the seat belt.
2Snap the control unit into the belt clip. Make sure not to squeeze any connec-
tion cable.
If the supplied connection cables are not compatible with your mobile
phone, contact your mobile phone manufacturer for information on suit-
able connection possibilities.
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