Williams Sound Motiva PFM 360 Guide

Models PFM 360, PFM 330, PFM 360 RCH & PFM 330 RCH
Transmitter Model PFM T36
Optional Receiver Models PFM R36, R33
MAN 146H
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manual & user guide
Wireless FM Listening System

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Motiva® Personal FM System
Models PFM 360, PFM 330, PFM 360 RCH & PFM 330 RCH
Manual and User Guide
System Overview 1
System Components 2
Safety Information 3
Recycling Instructions 3
Using the PFM T36 Transmitter 4
Using the PFM R33 / 36 Receiver 7
Belt Clip Installation 10
Channel Selection Chart 10
Battery Information 11
Limited Warranty 12
System Specifications 13
Fm Receiver, Model PFM R33 13
Fm Receiver, Model PFM R36 14
Fm Transmitter, Model PFM T36 15
System Overview
Thank you for purchasing a Motiva® Personal FM System from Williams Sound. Anyone needing audi-
tory assistance to overcome background noise, reverberation, or distance from a sound source can
benefit from a Personal FM System.
Your PFM System has two principal parts: the Transmitter and the Receiver. Much like a miniature ra-
dio station, the Transmitter and microphone pick up the sounds you want to hear and broadcast them
over an FM radio signal. The receiver and earphone are used to pick up the broadcast up to 150 feet
away.
To avoid difficulties, please read through these instructions as you begin using the system. Then save
them for questions that arise as you continue to use your Williams Sound Personal FM System.
If you have problems with the PFM system, don’t hesitate to call us toll-free at 1-800-843-3544.
The speaker wears the belt-clip transmitter and a clip-on microphone. The speaker’s voice is broad-
cast as an FM radio signal over a distance of 150 feet. Listeners use the pocket receiver and
earphones or headphones to hear the speaker’s voice directly, with reduced background noise. An
optional neckloop telecoil coupler allows the system to be used with telecoil (T-switch) equipped hear-
ing aids.
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System Components
Belt Clip Transmitter (PFM T36) with removable Belt Clip
Lavalier microphone (MIC 090)
Mini earphone (EAR 013)
Stereo auxiliary input cable (WCA 087)
System Carry Case (CCS 043)
Screwdriver (SDF 002)
Instructions (MAN 146)
PFM System 330 Only:
Personal FM Receiver (PFM R33)
(4) AA Alkaline non-rechargeable batteries (BAT 001)
PFM System 360 Only:
Personal FM Receiver (PFM R36)
Environmental Plug-mount Microphone (MIC 014)
(4) AA Alkaline non-rechargeable batteries (BAT 001)
PFM System 330 RCH Only:
Personal FM Receiver (PFM R33)
(4) AA NiMH rechargeable batteries (BAT 026)
Drop-in Charger (CHG 3502)
PFM System 360 RCH Only:
Personal FM Receiver (PFM R36)
Environmental Plug-mount Microphone (MIC 014)
(4) AA NiMH rechargeable batteries (BAT 026)
Drop-in Charger (CHG 3502)
T36 R36 R33
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Safety Information
Hearing Safety
CAUTION!
This product is designed to amplify sounds to a high volume level which could potentially cause
hearing damage if used improperly. To protect your hearing and the hearing of others:
1. Turn the volume down before putting on the earphone or headphone, and then adjust the volume
to a comfortable level.
2. Set the volume level at the minimum setting that you need to hear.
3. If you experience feedback (a squealing or howling sound), reduce the volume setting and move
the microphone away from the earphone or headphone.
4. Do not allow children or other unauthorized persons to have access to this product.
Battery Safety
CAUTION!
This product may be supplied with alkaline batteries. Do not attempt to recharge alkaline batter-
ies, which may explode, release dangerous chemicals, cause burns, or other serious harm to the
user or product.
Medical Device Safety
CAUTION!
1. Before using this product with an implantable or other medical device, consult your physician or
the manufacturer of your implantable or other medical device.
2. If you have a pacemaker or other medical device, make sure that you are using this product
in accordance with safety guidelines established by your physician or the implantable device
manufacturer.
Recycling Instructions
Battery Safety and Disposal
Help Williams Sound protect the environment! Please take time to dispose of your equipment
properly. Please do NOT dispose of batteries in the household trash. Please take the batteries to
a retail or community collection point for recycling.
Product Recycling:
Please do NOT dispose of your Williams Sound equipment in the household trash. Please take
the equipment to an electronics recycling center or return the product to the factory for proper
disposal.
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Using the PFM T36 Transmitter
IMPORTANT: If Alkaline (nonrechargeable) batteries are being installed, slide the battery selec-
tion switch in the battery compartment to the “Alkaline” position. See FIG 1 below. If installing
NiMH (or rechargeable) batteries, slide the battery selection switch to the “NiMH” position.
1. Install two (2) AA batteries. Note: rechargeable batteries must be charged before use.
See Battery Information on page 11.
2. Plug the microphone cord into the “Mic Jack” (
Mic Jack
Channel
Selector
Power On Indicator
Auxiliary
Input
Power On/Off/Mute
) on top of the transmitter.
Note: The microphone with 39 inch cord MUST be used with the Transmitter.
3. Optionally, plug in a desired audio source such as a CD or MP3 player using the “Auxiliary Input”
jack (WCA 087 stereo auxiliary input cable included). If the microphone and an auxiliary source are
used together, the audio will be mixed. If only the auxiliary source is desired, the microphone can
be muted. Do not remove the microphone from the “Mic Jack” as the microphone’s cable is also the
transmitting antenna!
4. Turn the unit on: press and hold the “ON/OFF/MUTE” button for three seconds. The “Power On”
indicator (
Mic Jack
Channel
Selector
Power On Indicator
Auxiliary
Input
Power On/Off/Mute
) should illuminate green.
5. Select the desired operating frequency. Use the “Channel Selector” knob to select any of the 16
available channels on 72-76 MHz. Refer to the channel selection chart (FIG 9, Page 10). Make
sure the receiver being used is operating on the same frequency as the T36 transmitter.
6. Place the transmitter in a pocket, or clip it onto a belt or waistband
(See “BELT CLIP INSTALLATION”, page 10).
AA
AA
–
+
+
–
Comp CH Lock - Gain + - AUX +
2:1
1:1
Mic Jack
Channel
Selector
Power On Indicator
Auxiliary
Input
Power On/Off/Mute
FIG. 1: Battery Selection Switch
FIG. 2: PFM T36 User Controls
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7. Lapel clip microphones should be attached to a collar or lapel, as close to the speaker’s mouth
as practical. If using an optional headset microphone, position the mic as close to the side of the
mouth as possible without touching the mouth See FIG 3.
8. To mute the microphone, press the “ON/OFF/MUTE” button momentarily. The “ON/OFF/MUTE” but-
ton will flash red. To unmute the microphone, press the “ON/OFF/MUTE” button momentarily again.
IMPORTANT: When the PFM T36 transmitter is not being used, remember to turn the unit OFF by
pressing and holding the “ON/OFF/MUTE” button for three seconds. The Power On indicator will not be
lit.
GAIN CONTROL
The gain control can be used to adjust the volume level on both the microphone and auxiliary input. To
adjust the volume level, open the battery door and locate the Gain Control (see FIG 4). Use the sup-
plied small screwdriver and rotate to increase “+” or decrease “-” the gain.
FIG. 3: Lapel Microphone Placement
AA
AA
–
+
+
–
Comp CH Lock - Gain + - AUX +
2:1
1:1
FIG. 4: Configuration Controls
1 2 3 4
1. Gain Control 3. Compression Selector
2. Auxiliary Input Level 4. Channel Lock
Ye s Ye s No
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AUXILIARY INPUT LEVEL
The auxiliary input level can be used to adjust the auxiliary input level only. To adjust, open the battery
door and locate the Auxiliary Input Level (see FIG 4). Use the supplied small screwdriver and rotate to
increase “+” or decrease “-” the input level.
Note: When using an auxiliary audio source, if the “Aux Input Level” is set too high, there can be in-
creased audio distortion and decreased battery life.
Note: Microphone cable serves as the transmitting antenna; therefore must remain plugged in during Aux
cable use.
COMPRESSION SELECTOR
By default, the PFM T36 compression is set to “Off” for normal operation, or “1:1” compression. For
hearing assistance applications, the compression selector can be set to “On” for “2:1” compression.
To change this setting, open the battery door and locate the Compression Selector (FIG 4). To turn on
compression, use the supplied small screwdriver and slide the “Comp” switch to the position marked
“2:1”. To turn off compression, slide the “Comp” switch to the position marked “1:1”.
CHANNEL LOCK
By default, the PFM T36 channels are unlocked to allow the user to change frequencies as needed. If
desired, channels can be locked to prevent users from changing the channels.
Note: The Channel Lock only locks the electronic frequency; it does not physically lock the channel selec-
tion knob.
To lock or unlock channels, open the battery door and locate the Channel Lock (FIG 4). To lock the cur-
rent channel while the unit is on, slide the “CH Lock” switch to the position marked (
AA
AA
–
+
+
–
Comp CH Lock - Gain + - AUX +
2:1
1:1
). To unlock the
channels, use the supplied small screwdriver and slide the “CH Lock” switch to the position marked (
AA
AA
–
+
+
–
Comp CH Lock - Gain + - AUX +
2:1
1:1
).
LOW BATTERY INDICATOR
The “Power On” indicator (see FIG 2) will flash to indicate low battery.
BATTERY LIFE EXPECTANCY AFTER LOW BATTERY SIGNAL
Transmitter Receiver
Alkaline 90 min. Alkaline 60 min.
NiMH 15 min. NiMH 15 min.
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Using the PFM R33 / R36 Receiver
IMPORTANT: If Alkaline (nonrechargeable) batteries are being installed, slide the battery selection
switch in the battery compartment to the “Alkaline” position. See FIG 5 below. If installing NiMH (or
rechargeable) batteries, slide the battery selection switch to the “NiMH” position.
1. Install two (2) AA batteries. Note: rechargeable batteries must be charged before use. See Battery
Information on page 11.
2. (Applies only to PFM R36) Insert the small plug mount microphone (MIC 014) into the “Mic Jack”
( ) on the top of the receiver. See FIG 7 below. Note: The MIC 014 cannot be used with the transmitter.
3. Plug the earphone or headphone into the “Headphone Jack” ( ) on top of the receiver. See FIG 6 / FIG 7.
Place the headphones on your head or earphone in your ear.
4. Turn the power on by rotating the “On/Off/FM Volume” knob clockwise. The “Power On Indicator” ( )
should illuminate green.
5. Select the desired operating frequency. Locate the “Channel Selector” inside the battery door (See FIG.
5). Use the supplied small screwdriver to rotate the switch to the desired channel (See FIG. 9, Page 10:
Channel Selection Chart).
FIG. 5: Battery Selection Switch /
ConFIGuration Controls
1 2 3
1. Tone Control 2. Channel Selector 3. Max Gain Control
Battery Selection Switch
FIG. 6: PFM R33 Top View FIG. 7: PFM R36 Top View
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6. Adjust the receiver tone control to your needs. Locate the tone control inside the battery door. Use
the supplied small screwdriver to rotate the “Tone Control”. A low setting (fully counter-clockwise
“-”) emphasizes lower frequencies. A medium setting (rotated to a vertical position) has some low
frequency cut. A high setting (fully clockwise “+”) maximizes low frequency cut and emphasizes higher
frequencies.
Note: the earphone cord is also the receiving antenna. Do not bunch up the cord or wrap it
around the receiver. For best reception, the cord should hang as straight as possible.
7. Clip the receiver onto a belt or waistband, or slip it into a pocket (see Belt Clip Installation, page 10).
8. Check that the “FM Indicator” is illuminated yellow. Turn the “On/Off/FM Volume” knob to adjust the
volume to a comfortable listening level.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the receiver is turned OFF when not in use. Turn the “FM Volume” knob com-
pletely counter-clockwise. It should “click” and the “Power On” indicator should turn off.
ADJUSTING THE R36 VOLUME CONTROLS:
A. Adjust the left control, “On/Off/FM Volume”, to a comfortable listening level. Check that the
“FM Indicator” is illuminated yellow. Turn the volume knob clockwise until you are able to hear
audio from the transmitter.
B. Adjust the right control, “Mic”, volume second, turning it clockwise until you can hear sounds
picked up by the plug mount microphone.
C. Adjust the “Mic” and “On/Off/FM Volume” controls for a comfortable mix of FM and ambient
sounds.
MAX GAIN CONTROL
Adjust the “Max Gain” if you have sensitive hearing due to hearing loss. This feature limits the maximum
volume output by the receiver in case of sudden bursts of sound. To adjust the “Max Gain”, use the
supplied small screwdriver and turn it to a comfortable maximum volume level. In a fully clockwise posi-
tion the maximum volume is not reduced. In a fully counter-clockwise position, the maximum volume is
reduced by 17 to 20 dB.
LOW BATTERY INDICATOR
The “Power On” indicator (see FIG. 6/7, page 7) will flash to indicate low battery. The listener may con-
tinue to use until the unit stops operating, then replace or recharge the batteries.
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