MFJ MFJ-388 User Manual

MFJ-388

Sound Magnifier

Instruction Manual

WARNING

Sound Magnifier is not a hearing
aid for those with impaired
hearing. If you have impaired
hearing consult your doctor.

It is important to increase the
volume control very gradually to
avoid sudden increase in sound.

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The MFJ-388

ON / OFF SWITCH

The correct positions of the switch
are as shown below:

The switch should be turned to the
“OFF” position when the MFJ-388
is not in use. This will ensure
longer battery life.

VOLUME CONTROL

There are 6 levels of volume control.
It is recommended that the volume
level always be on Volume Level 1
when the unit is turned on. The
volume should then be adjusted to a
suitable level.

BATTERY INSTALLATION

Open the battery hatch. Insert the
battery with the + side up.

BATTERY OPTIONS

The MFJ-388 Sound Magnifier uses
a 1.5 V mini button-cell battery.
These are available at many

electronic stores, drug stores, or
anywhere watch batteries are sold.
The following is a list of batteries
that can be used in the MFJ-388
Sound Magnifier:

EVEREADY 357 AWI SO5
BULOVA 228 DURACELL D357
MAXELL SR44W PANASONIC SP35
R-O-V 357 RENATA 7
SEIKO SB-89 TIMEX J
VARTA B357 RADIO SHACK 76
8006, EPX 76 S76, GP76
GP, WL14 G13

CAUTION

This product is not waterproof.
Therefore, the user must take care
to prevent water from entering the
MFJ-388 Sound Magnifier. If
water does enter the MFJ-388,
remove the battery and let the water
dry before further use.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

1. Turn the volume to level 1.

2. Check the battery to see that it
is properly inserted.

3. Place the MFJ-388 Sound
Magnifier into your ear,
making sure that the earphone

is inserted deeply into ear canal
before switching the unit on.

4. Use the MFJ-388 Sound
Magnifier only when situations
which require amplification of
sounds, such as movies and
television. The MFJ-388
Sound Magnifier is not
intended to be worn for more
than several hours at a time.
Excessive use will drain the
batteries. Turn the MFJ-388
Sound Magnifier off when not
in use.

5. Turn the switch to the “ON”
position to activate the MFJ­388 Sound Magnifier. You
should hear an air flow noise.

6. Gradually increase the volume
until it is at a suitable level.
Volume level 3 is suitable for
most users.

MFJ Enterprises, Inc . Warrants to the original owner of this product, if manufactured by MFJ Enterprises,
Inc. and purchased from an authorized dealer or directly from MFJ Enterprises, Inc. to be free from defects in
material and workmanship for a period of 12 months from date of purchase provided the following terms of
this warranty are satisfied.

1. The purchaser must retain the dated proof-of-purchase (bill of sale, canceled check, credit

12 MONTH LIMITED WARRANTY

card or money order receipt, etc.) describing the product to establish the validity of the
warranty claim and submit the original or machine reproduction of such proof-of -purchase to
MFJ Enterprises, Inc. at the time of warranty service. MFJ Enterprises, Inc. shall have the

discretion to deny warranty without dated proof-of-purchase. Any evidence of alteration,
erasure, or forgery shall be cause to void any and all warranty terms immediately.

2. MFJ Enterprises, Inc. agrees to repair or replace at MFJ’s option without charge to the
original owner any defective product under warranty, provided the product is returned postage
prepaid to MFJ Enterprises, Inc. with a personal check, cashiers check, or money order for
$7.00 covering postage and handling.

3. MFJ Enterprises, Inc. will supply replacement parts free of charge for any MFJ product under
warranty upon request. A dated proof -of-purchase and a $5.00 personal check, cashiers
check, or money order must be provided to cover postage and handling.

4. This warranty is NOT void for owners who attempt to repair defective units. Technical
consultation is available by calling (601) 323 -5869.

5. This warranty does not apply to kits sold by or manufactured by MFJ Enterprises, Inc.

6. Wired and tested PC board products are covered by this warranty provided only the wired
and tested PC board product is returned. Wired and tested PC boards installed in the
owner’s cabinet or connected to switches, jacks, or cables, etc. sent to MFJ Enterprises,
Inc. will be returned at the owner’s expense unrepaired.

7. Under no circumstances is MFJ Enterprises, Inc. liable for consequential damages to person
or property by the use of any MFJ products.

8. Out-of-warranty Service: MFJ Enterprises, Inc. will repair any out-of -warranty product
provided the unit is shipped prepaid. All repaired units will be shipped COD to the owner.
Repair charges will be added to the COD fee unless other arrangements are made.

9. This warranty is given in lieu of any other warranty expressed or implied.

10. MFJ Enterprises, Inc. reserves the right to make changes or improvements in design or
manufacture without incurring any obligation to install such changes upon any of the
products previously manufactured.

11. All MFJ products to be serviced in -warranty or out-of-warranty should be addressed to MFJ
Enterprises, Inc., 300 Industrial Park Road, Starkville, Mississippi 39759, USA and must be
accompanied by a letter describing the problem in detail along with a copy of your dated
proof-of-purchase.

12. This warranty gives you specific rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from

state to state.