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E T Y M O T I C R E S E A R C H I N C .

Companion Mics

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Multi-Talker Noise Reduction System

User Guide

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Summary of Contents for Companion Mics

Page 1: ...E T Y M O T I C R E S E A R C H I N C Companion Mics Multi Talker Noise Reduction System User Guide ...

Page 2: ... excluded from conversation in noisy places can enjoy social situations and fully participate again BENEFITS The Companion Mics system enables up to four talkers to speak to a single listener The microphones in this system give up to a ten to one decrease in the relative noise level that is heard by the listener which makes it possible to carry on a normal conversation even in high levels of backg...

Page 3: ...on Disconnection Beeps 7 Temporary Disconnect 7 Interference 8 Operating Distance 8 Other Uses 8 Charging the Units 9 Overcharging Battery Life Auto Shutoff How the Companion Mics System Works 10 Specifications 11 Warranty 11 FCC Information 12 Noise Isolating Earphones 13 Eartip Insertion Eartip Removal Proper Care Earphone Filters 1 ...

Page 4: ...or Earphones 3 5mm plug Charging Unit AC Adapter Carrying Case User Guide ER 6i High fidelity Noise isolating Earphones Charging Unit 6 Pocket Carrying Case with Listener Talker Units AC Adapter User Guide SPECIAL ORDER Not included Two unit walkie talkie version Fourth Talker Unit Three pocket carrying case shown ...

Page 5: ...TENER UNIT On Off Volume Control Earphone Jack On Off Volume control Earphone Jack Clear fastener on lanyard FRONT BACK IDENTIFICATION AND CONTROLS SIDE Black fastener on lanyard FRONT BACK SIDE TALKER UNIT ...

Page 6: ...e earphones can be used by normal hearing and hearing impaired listeners Hearing Aid T coils coupled with neck loop not included Cochlear Implant direct audio input Other direct audio input devices that have a 3 5 mm plug may also be compatible QUICK START Brief instructions are located on the back of each unit Neck Loops ...

Page 7: ...fortably under the chin see Figure 1 Do not adjust the volume control until asked by the Listener Note If a green light continues to blink on any unit the Listener Unit must be turned off and back on to connect Listener Unit Identified by the black label on the back of the unit Turn on Listener Unit after all Talker Units are on Press and hold the on off button until green light blinks approximate...

Page 8: ...ute the units Instruction all users to put the cord around the neck the green light faces out Users adjust the neck cord so the unit rests comfortably under the chin see Figure 1 VOLUME CONTROL Up Down Switch For ease of use the top of the button Up has a ridge the bottom part of the button Down has a groove Volume Adjustment should be determined by the Listener After all Talker Units are on the L...

Page 9: ...he standard Companion Mics system works with one two or three Talker Units If the system is pre programmed at the factory for three Talker Units and only one or two are in use the Listener will hear a short beep The Listener hears a beep At connection if fewer than the programmed number of Talker Units are connected and When one or more Talker Units disconnect from the system TEMPORARY DISCONNECT ...

Page 10: ...whose green light has gone off or is blinking Turn the Listener Unit off and back on again to reconnect all units A solid green light on all units indicates reconnect The units should reconnect in eight seconds or less OPERATING DISTANCE Under line of sight conditions out in the open the units may operate over a distance of 150 feet or more Indoors where there are reflections the units should main...

Page 11: ...3 hours Overcharging It is not possible to overcharge the units They can be left in the charger indefinitely without damaging the system Battery Life Battery life is 10 13 hours Auto Shut Off If Listener and Talker Units maintain a connection the system automatically turns off after 4 hours If the Listener or Talker Unit s are turned on but there is no connection for 15 minutes the system automati...

Page 12: ...en if they are all in the same room When the units are first turned on the Listener Unit starts its repeating sequence of frequency hops while each Talker Unit waits tuned to one or another of those frequencies until it receives a transmission containing the identification code from the Listener Unit The units then lock together jumping from frequency to frequency This process is repeated until al...

Page 13: ... specifications apply when the Companion Mics system is used with the supplied 6i Isolator earphones 2 Maximum output is measured into a 2cc coupler with 90 dB SPL input 3 Technical note for audiologists When a hearing aid microphone is moved from the ear of the listener to a position a few inches below the talker s mouth an increase of 16 20 dB SPL is obtained Insertion gain refers to the increas...

Page 14: ...dio or television reception which can be determined by turning the system off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures 1 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver 2 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help FCC HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION Your device is a radio transmitter and receiver It is...

Page 15: ...emove dirt and earwax 3 Rinse and completely dry the eartip 4 With a slight twisting motion push the eartip on the stem until it fits securely Foam eartips Replace disposable foam eartips regularly Included 6i Isolator earphones 5 ft cord with 3 5 mm stereo plug Assorted flanged and foam eartips 2 replacement filters Filter changing tool Shirt clip Pouch Earphone Filters 6i Isolator Earphones have...

Page 16: ... RESEARCH Etymotic Research is an engineering driven company Its mission to develop products to measure improve and protect hearing has not changed in over 20 years New product development reflects our commitment to improve the lives of those with hearing loss and to enhance the listening experience of musicians and music lovers everywhere Scientists engineers and audiologists working together hav...

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