Geemarc LH10 User guide [ml]

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CONTENTS

Please refer to our website:

www.geemarc.com for an up to date user

guide, as there may be important updates and

changes you need to be aware of.

CONTENTS .............................................................. 2

INTRODUCTION ...................................................... 3

Unpacking the LoopHEAR

DESCRIPTION ......................................................... 5

General Description .................................................. 5

INSTALLATION ........................................................ 8

Setting Up ................................................................. 8

USING THE LoopHEARTM10 ................................... 9

Turning the LoopHEAR

Tone and Balance Setting ........................................ 10

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................ 11

SAFETY INFORMATION ........................................ 12

GUARANTEE .......................................................... 13

FCC STATEMENT ................................................... 14

RECYCLING DIRECTIVES ..................................... 15

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TM

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Congratulations on purchasing your Geemarc
LoopHEARTM10. The LoopHEARTM10 is a rechargeable
assistive listening device. It amplifies sp eech to geth er
with sounds from a variety of sources like TV, radio and
telephone.

The LoopHEAR
Hearing Aids when using headphones.

Note: users of digital hearing aids must make
sure their aids have been programmed for use
with the ‘T’ setting.

It is important that you read the instructions below in
orde r to use your Geemarc LoopHEAR
potential. Keep this user guide in a safe place for future
reference.

INTRODUCTION

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INTRODUCTION

Unpacking the LoopHEARTM10

When unpacking the LoopHEARTM10, you should find
the following in the box:

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• LoopHEAR

• Headset with rubber ear cushions

• 3.7V Li-po Rechargeable Battery

• Micro usb / usb cable for recharging

• Lanyard (option)

• A microphone with "holder" and 3m lead (option)

• A belt clip

• 1 User Guide

For product support and help visit our website at

lines are open 09h00 to 16h00 Mon to Fri

2 rue Galilée, Parc de l’Etoile, 59791 Grande-Synthe

This product is made in China To Geemarc Telecom

10 Conversation Piece

www.geemarc.com

E-mail: [e-mail]

Telephone: [phone]

Cedex, France

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DESCRIPTION

General Description

Internal
Microphone

Mode Switch
(MIC or T)

Charging
Port
Micro USB
(5.0 V DC)

Headset port

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Port
LH10

Conversation
Piece

On/Off
Volume
control wheel.

Charge and
On LED

Microphone

DESCRIPTION

Belt Clip

Battery
Compartment
Cover

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DESCRIPTION

Tone &
Balance
Setting

Clip for
lanyard
(option)

Space for
Battery-pack
or batteries

Plug for the battery pack

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INSTALLATION

Setting Up

Open the battery compartment. Connect the supplied
rechargeable battery (3.7V) into the battery compartment
located on the rear of the LH10 Conversation Piece.

Or insert 2 single batteries (1.5V AAA non rechargeable)
instead of the set battery supplied.

With AAA battery mode, if the 'On' LED turns red when
in use, the LH10 needs to have new batteries (No Red
LED indication when using the rechargeable battery).

To charge the battery, connect the supplied USB cable
to the micro USB socket on the left hand side of the
unit and then into the USB socket to PC or standard
power supply 5V DC. The power supply LED turns red.

Headset

Insert the headset lead into the headset port found on
the base of the Communication Piece.

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USING THE LH10

Turning the LoopHEARTM10 On and Off

Switch the headset on. Ensure the mode switch is set

(MIC). Roll the On/Off Volume control wheel

to
upwards. The

the Volume to a comfortable level by rolling the On/Off
Volume control wheel.

To turn the LH10 off, roll the On/Off Volume control
wheel downwards. The Green LED will switch off and
OFF will be showing on the On/Off Volume control
wheel

(On) LED will display Green. Adjust

The LH10 can be used in rooms especially equipped
with a magnetic loop (conference …etc) due to its "built
in T coil". Simply by setting the mode switch to T, the
LH10 will receive the emitted magnetic waves then
amplify them to your headset. You will receive all the
benefits of the "built in T coil".

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USING THE LH10

An external microphone (option) can be connected in
the socket

position , in this case the "built in T coil" is disabled.

"Mic", then set the switch to "Mic"

Microphone

The LH10 is built with an internal microphone which
enables you to hear all the surrounding sounds.

Tone and Balance Setting

The tone ( ) and Balance ( ) can be
adjusted by using the controls found within the
battery compartment.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

The 'On' LED is Red

• Charge the battery if the battery pack is used or

replace with new batteries if standard AAA batteries
are installed.

The LH10 appears not to be working

• Make sure that the headset is securely plugged in.

• Make sure that the volume is correctly adjusted.

• Make sure that the battery is fully charged or use

good batteries.

• Make sure the mode switch is set to MIC if using

headset/earpiece or T if using an induction loop.

The LH10 is not charging

• Make sure that the power supply cord is plugged in

correctly i.e. into a working wall socket and into the
LH10 Conversation Piece.

• Make sure that the battery is inserted correctly and is

of the recommended type.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

General

Do not open the unit. Contact the helpline for all repairs.

Cleaning

Clean the LH10 with a soft cloth. Never use polishes or
cleaning agents - they could damage the finish or the
electrics inside.

Environmental

Do not expose to direct sunlight.
Always ensure there is a free flow of air over the

surfaces of the LH10.
Do not place any part of your product in water and do

not use it in damp or humid conditions e.g. bathrooms.
Do not expose your product to fire or other hazardous

conditions.
Avoid touching the LH10 Conversation Piece with

clothing or hands, as this can create excessive noise.

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From the moment your Geemarc LoopHEARTM10 is
purchased, Geemarc guarantee it for the period of 2
years. During this time, all repairs or replacements (at
our discretion) are free of charge. Should you experience
a problem then contact our help line or visit our website
at www.geemarc.com. The guarantee does not cover
accidents, negligence or breakages to any parts. The
product must not be tampered with or taken apart by
anyone who is not an authorised Geemarc representative.
The Geemarc guarantee in no way limits your legal
rights.

IMPORTANT: YOUR RECEIPT IS PART OF YOUR
GUARANTEE AND MUST BE RETAINED AND
PRODUCED IN THE EVENT OF A WARRANTY
CLAIM.

GUARANTEE

DECLARATION: Geemarc Telecom SA hereby declares

that this LoopHEAR
es s en t ia l requirements and other relevant provisions of
the Radi o Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU.

The declaration of conformity may be consulted at
www.geemarc.com

Radio Frequency (RF) power : <250 mW

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FCC STATEMENT

FCC CLASS B

NOTE : This equipment has been te sted and fo und to

comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV

technician for help.

NOTICE: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the followin g two condition s:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this devise must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.

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RECYCLING DIRECTIVES

The WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment)
has been put in place for the products at the e nd of their
useful life are recycled in the best way.

When this product is finished with, please do not p ut it in
your domestic waste bin.

Please use one of the following disposal options:

- Remove the batteries and deposit them in an appropriate

WEEE skip. Deposit the product in an appropriate WEEE
skip.

- Or, hand the old product to the retailer. If you purchase

a new one, they should accept it.

Thus if you respect these instructions you ensure human
health and environmental protection.

All electrical and electronic products including batteries
should be disposed of separately from the municipal
waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed
by the government or the local authorities.

CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)

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SOMMAIRE

Voir sur notre site internet si une version plus

récente de cette notice d’utilisation est

disponible.

www.geemarc.com

SOMMAIRE ............................................................ 16

INTRODUCTION .................................................... 17

Contenu du LoopHEAR

DESCRIPTION ....................................................... 19

Général ................................................................... 19

INSTALLATION ...................................................... 22

Batteries .................................................................. 22

UTILISATION ......................................................... 23

Marche/Arrêt – Volume ........................................... 23

Ajustement tonalité –balance .................................. 24

EN CAS DE PROBLEME ....................................... 25

SECURITE .............................................................. 26

GARANTIE ............................................................. 27

Déclaration de conformité de la FCC .................. 28

REGLES DE RECYCLAGE .................................... 29

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INTRODUCTION

Félicitations pour l’achat du Geemarc LoopHEARTM10.
Le LoopHEAR
à l’écoute. Il amplifie les conversations ou toute autre
source sonore comme la TV, radio ou téléphone.

Il peut aussi être utilisé avec un appareil auditif. Si vous
utilisez une boucle magnétique à la place du casque,
la caractéristique "bobine- T " du LH10 permet d’être
complémentaire à votre appareil.

Note: Assurez vous que votre appareil auditif

possède bien la position "T"

Veuillez lire attentivement cette notice avant d'utiliser le
Geemarc LH10. Gardez-la soigneusement pour un
usage futur.

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