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Important Information 

Thank  you  for  purchasing  the 

FSX  DUAL 

adapter.  Please  take  a 

moment  to  read  through  this  ‘important  information’  chapter  before 
proceeding.  Users  should  also  refer  to  the  Support  and  Disclaimer 
Information c
hapter for detailed writings regarding warranty & support 
information and other terms and conditions.  

WARNING: 
Please  be  aware  that  the 

FSX  DUAL

  adapter  features  internal  audio 

amplifiers.  These  allow  the  computer  audio  strength  to  be  boosted  to 
the  levels  required  for  driving  ‘high-impedance’  Aviation  Headsets. 

Users  should  therefore  not  connect  ‘low-impedance’  (ie:  non-
Aviation) headsets to the device

 as damage could result. 

 

Cautions and basic care instructions

 

 

Ensure that the 

FSX DUAL

 volume is turned down before connecting 

the Headset.  

 

Users  should  bring  the  devices  volume  up  gradually  until  a 
comfortable  audio  volume  has  been  achieved.  High  audio  volumes 
and prolonged use can result in hearing loss.  

 

Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of this device. 

 

Stop  operating the  device  immediately  if it emits  smoke or  noxious 
fumes. 

 

Do  not  allow  the  device  to  come  into  contact  with,  or  become 
immersed in water or other liquids. 

 

Do not store the device in humid or dusty environments. 

 

Avoid using, placing or storing the device in places subject to strong 
sunlight or high temperatures, such as the dashboard or trunk of a 
car. 

 

Summary of Contents for FSX DUAL

Page 1: ...User Manual for FSX DUAL Intercom User Manual applies to G A General Aviation Model gen 2 M Military Model gen 2 2021 08 26 FLIGHT SOUNDS Version 1 0 www flightsounds com ...

Page 2: ...ide 7 3 1 Operating Set Up Windows 10 8 7 Vista 7 3 1 1 Basic Setup 7 3 1 2 Volume and Mute Settings 9 3 2 Operating Set Up Mac OS X 12 3 2 1 Basic Setup 12 3 2 2 Volume and Mute Settings 14 4 FSX DUAL Operation 15 4 1 User Operation 15 5 Support and Disclaimer Info 16 5 1 Technical Support and Contact Info 16 5 2 Limited Warranty 16 5 3 Terms and Conditions of Service 16 ...

Page 3: ...impedance ie non Aviation headsets to the device as damage could result Cautions and basic care instructions Ensure that the FSX DUAL volume is turned down before connecting the Headset Users should bring the devices volume up gradually until a comfortable audio volume has been achieved High audio volumes and prolonged use can result in hearing loss Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part ...

Page 4: ...rs or any aviation enthusiast can now use their aviation headsets with any USB enabled computer FSX DUAL is designed to be as easy to use as possible no additional software no batteries no external power sources just one standard USB cable Users can quite simply plug and play The device features two channels allowing for inter communication between two separate headsets Each user has their own vol...

Page 5: ...has been designed for plug play operation with Windows 10 8 7 Vista and Mac OS X 2 3 Key Features and Specifications USB 1 1 and 2 0 compatible Plug and Play with Windows 10 8 7 Vista and Mac OS X Supports Mono and Stereo G A version only Headsets Accepts PJ 068 PJ 055B plugs G A or U 174 U plugs H G A version is compatible with aviation electret microphone types and some dynamic microphone types ...

Page 6: ...erating Temperature from 15 C to 70 C 2 4 Product Version This User Manual applies only to FSX DUAL generation 2 products This User Manual is not applicable to the FSX DUAL generation 1 product Users can determine the generation of FSX DUAL by looking at the rear panel of the device and identifying the correct version as per the figures below FSX DUAL Generation 1 FSX DUAL Generation 2 Figure 2 1 ...

Page 7: ...nd the other end to an available USB port or hub on the PC After the FSX DUAL adapter is connected to the PC the standard Windows 10 8 7 Vista driver installs automatically to the PC A custom driver for the FSX DUAL adapter is unnecessary Step 2 Open the Control Panel from the Start menu Start Control Panel Open Hardware and Sound tab Open Sound tab ie Control Panel Hardware and Sound Sound Step 3...

Page 8: ... 8 Figure 3 2 Sound Recording Tab Win 10 8 7 Vista Figure 3 1 Sound Playback Tab Win 10 8 7 Vista ...

Page 9: ...lume Step 1 Open the Control Panel from the Start menu Start Control Panel Open Hardware and Sound tab Open Sound tab ie Control Panel Hardware and Sound Sound Step 2 Open the headphones properties of the FSX DUAL from the Sound options and select Levels tab as Figure 3 3 illustrates Step 3 Set the output volume mute and the balance for headphones from 0 to 100 ...

Page 10: ... 10 Figure 3 3 Headphones Properties Levels Tab Windows 10 8 7 Vista Set the headphone output volume mute and balance Windows 8 7 Vista ...

Page 11: ...s tab as Figure 3 4 illustrates Step 3 Set the microphone volume and the recording mute level Step 4 Note You may also wish to experiment with toggle ON or OFF the AGC checkbox under the Custom tab which when turned on boosts the microphone volume After this process is complete the system volume setting for each component is maintained even if FSX DUAL is plugged in out Set the microphone volume a...

Page 12: ...differ Step 1 Connect one end of the USB cable supplied to the FSX DUAL and the other end to an available USB port or hub on the PC After the FSX DUAL adapter is connected to the PC the standard Mac OS X driver installs automatically to the PC A custom driver for the FSX DUAL adapter is unnecessary Step 2 Open the System Preferences from the Apple menu Open Sound settings Step 3 Select the Input t...

Page 13: ... 13 Figure 3 5 Sound Input Tab Mac OS X Figure 3 6 Sound Output Tab Mac OS X Confirm Selection of FSX DUAL as a recording device Confirm Selection of FSX DUAL as a playback device ...

Page 14: ...ons To set the headphone volume Step 1 There are various ways to control the volume in Mac OS One method is to move the volume slider as shown in Figure 3 6 To set the record volume Step 1 Select the Input tab and confirm the FSX DUAL appearance as the default recording device Figure 3 5 Step 2 Move the Input Volume slider accordingly ...

Page 15: ...hat are being used The volume VOL knob can be used to adjust the headset speaker volume The squelch knob SQL can be used to adjust the level of background noise that is received by the microphone The External Audio EXT AUDIO knob on the device can be used to adjust the volume of audio received from the computer NB Ensure the computer volume is un muted and turned up NB Microphone audio on either c...

Page 16: ...m policies terms of service This Product means FSX DUAL FLIGHT SOUNDS reserve the right to make corrections modifications enhancements improvements and other changes to its products and services at any time and to discontinue any product or service without notice This Product is intended for ADAPTING AVIATION HEADSETS FOR USE WITH USB COMPLIANT COMPUTERS FLIGHT SOUNDS neither endorses nor supports...

Page 17: ...ibility and liability for proper and safe handling of the device Further the user indemnifies FLIGHT SOUNDS from all claims arising from the handling or use of the device Except to the extent of the indemnity set forth above neither party shall be liable to the other for any indirect special incidental or consequential damages Figure 5 1 Regulatory compliance markings ...

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