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Contents.

Getting Started

Advisories ............................................................................ 4

Support ............................................................................... 5

Adjusting your head pad ................................................... 6

Adjusting your microphone .............................................. 7

Battery Type ....................................................................... 8

Battery Life .......................................................................... 8

Battery Installation ............................................................ 9

Controller Reference ......................................................... 10

Turning it ON ...................................................................... 10

Power Status ....................................................................... 10

Using your G2

Active Noise Reduction (ANR) ........................................... 11

Stereo / Mono Setting ....................................................... 12

Adjusting Volume ............................................................... 13

Auxiliary Audio ................................................................... 14

Good to know

Pro Tips ............................................................................... 15

Common Questions ........................................................... 16

Technical Specifications

.................................................... 18

Warranty ............................................................................. 19

Registration ........................................................................ 21

Connect with Faro .............................................................. 21

Summary of Contents for G2 Active

Page 1: ...User Guide G2 Active Aviation Headset ...

Page 2: ... aviation We love pilots planes and just about everything aviation has to offer We encourage you to visit www FaroAviation com where you will find free videos tutorials and articles from some of the best flight instructors in the world Your headset is backed by an amazing warranty Please feel free to reach out to Faro for any questions and we always appreciate your feedback Thank you for choosing ...

Page 3: ...attery Life 8 Battery Installation 9 Controller Reference 10 Turning it ON 10 Power Status 10 Using your G2 Active Noise Reduction ANR 11 Stereo Mono Setting 12 Adjusting Volume 13 Auxiliary Audio 14 Good to know Pro Tips 15 Common Questions 16 Technical Specifications 18 Warranty 19 Registration 21 Connect with Faro 21 ...

Page 4: ...hod and to use standard cockpit resource management skills to minimize distraction Your aircraft sounds such as engines propellers warning alarms and other sound sources may sound differently when using a new headset When listening to an audio source via your Faro G2 headset please limit the volume to safe levels to ensure you are able to hear communication and warning alarms from your aircraft Do...

Page 5: ...an unlikely event that you experience any issues with your headset please contact FARO priority customer service to promptly receive troubleshooting tips or replacement USA Priority Customer Service 1 855 359 3276 International Customer Service 1 703 286 2700 Pilot Support Email Team FaroAviation com Visit us online at www FaroAviation com ...

Page 6: ...nt both for comfort and optimal noise reduction 1 Loosen the thumb knobs on the headset rails 2 Place the headset on 3 Adjust the pressure by moving the ear cups up or down so it is completely over your ear It should produce an even gentle pressure all around each ear 4 Tighten the thumb knobs when appropriate fit is found 6 ...

Page 7: ... to be placed on the right or the left side of the headset To adjust the microphone placement rotate the microphone from its base and bend the flexible boom For clear and crisp communication the microphone should be placed approximately 1 8 from the lips 7 ...

Page 8: ...interferes with ANR Your G2 headset will continue its basic operations of hearing and transmitting without batteries Please do not mix old and new batteries together Battery Life A set of brand new Alkaline batteries can provide up to 30 hours of battery life However the exact duration depends on the amount of noise reduction required in your cockpit To maximize battery life turn off ANR when head...

Page 9: ...Battery Installation To open the battery compartment door press firmly down and out as shown in figure below 9 ...

Page 10: ...ery compartment Press the ANR ON OFF Switch to turn the unit on I indicates ON and O indicates OFF A Green LED light indicates ANR has been turned on Power Status Indicates Green when battery supply is strong Indicates Orange when battery is low Indicates Red when battery is very low 10 ...

Page 11: ...one by placing a microphone inside the ear cup and generating an anti noise signal through the speakers The anti noise and the ambient noise will cancel each other before they reach the ear resulting in a quieter flight environment Through this technology low frequency ambient noise is significantly reduced and you can hear the important communication in a clear crisp manner G2 will continue to op...

Page 12: ...result in communication being heard in only one side Stereo Mono setting does not effect the audio from your auxiliary sources For most general aviation planes Mono setting is required To change this setting please remove the battery compartment door and any installed batteries You will find the small Mono Stereo switch above the battery area ...

Page 13: ...ch ear cup s volume can be independently adjusted The overall headset volume will be determined based on the settings on the headset as well as the aircraft s intercom or radio Caution Avoid setting the vol ume levels too high Exposure to loud sounds may cause hearing damage ...

Page 14: ...a portable audio device or a GPS via the provided 3 5 mm cable You will find the auxiliary input on the opposite ear cup that holds the microphone Tip Be sure to have the auxiliary audio at a volume that ensures you do not miss any important communications or air craft sounds Using your G2 ...

Page 15: ...rophone in front of your lips for maximum noise cancellation Set Mono Stereo setting to match your airplane s avionics For most planes this would be mono If set to the incorrect setting audio will be lost in one ear To maximize battery life switch ANR to OFF when headset is not in use Register your headset on FaroAviation com for your warranty product updates and more 15 ...

Page 16: ...e lost in one side Refer to page 12 for additional information Where can I purchase parts for my G2 headset Accessories can be purchased from Faro s authorized dealers or by visiting www FaroAviation com What is the best way to store the headset Please remove the batteries before storing the headset for a prolonged period Store your headset in a ventilated area away from direct sunlight 16 Good to...

Page 17: ... be adjusted It is common for every pilot to change the squelch setting just like adjusting the volume Please consult someone who is familiar with your airplane s avionics if you cannot locate the squelch knob or button What if I have other questions FARO Pilot Support is here to help Please use one of the following channels to contact us Online www FaroAviation com E mail team faroaviation com Pr...

Page 18: ...0 cm Weights 20oz 570g Headphone Type Dynamic Frequency Response 50 Hz 20 kHz Sensitivity 95 5 dB SPL Microphone and Amplifier Type Noise canceling Electret Frequency Response 100Hz to 5 kHz Operating Voltage 8 32 VDC Matching Impedance 150 1000 ohms Sensitivity 33 4 dB Active Noise Reduction Main Attenuation Frequency Band 20Hz 650Hz Power Consumption 30 mW 18 Good to know ...

Page 19: ...any of the following exclusive remedies I repair or replace the New Headset or any part thereof with same or similar Headset without charge to Purchaser but first Purchaser must return the New Headset to Faro Aviation s authorized repair facility pre paying all shipping charges and Purchaser must accept the same as repaired or replaced at the facility s location i e FOB the facility within 10 days...

Page 20: ...IGHT TO HAVE THE NEW HEADSET SERVICED AND REPAIRED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD THE WARRANTY PERIOD WILL BE EXTENDED FOR THE NUMBER OF WHOLE DAYS THAT THE NEW HEADSET HAS BEEN OUT OF PURCHASER S HANDS FOR WARRANTY REPAIRS IF A DEFECT EXISTS DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD THIS LIMITED WARRANTY WILL NOT EXPIRE UNTIL THE DEFECT HAS BEEN FIXED IF ANY WARRANTY REPAIR HAS BEEN DELAYED BECAUSE OF CIRCUMSTANCES...

Page 21: ...ced certified flight instructors Connect with Faro Twitter www Twitter com FlyFaro Facebook www FaceBook com FAROAviation Instagram www Instagram com FlyFaro YouTube www YouTube com user FAROAviation Copyright 2016 Faro Aviation LLC All Rights Reserved Faro is a registered trademark of Faro Aviation LLC Bluetooth is a registered trade mark of the Bluetooth SIG 21 ...

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