Phonic EAR 330T User Manual

330T Transmitter

216MHz

user guide

contents

330T transmitter features . . . . . . . . . . .1-2

330T available accessories . . . . . . . . . .3-4

330T setup and operation

inserting batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

charging batteries using 230R

EasyListener 2 sound field system . . . .6-7

charging batteries using wall charger . . . . . .8

wearing 330T . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

330T microphone options . . . . . . . . . . . .10

plugging in microphone and using

mute button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

turning on 330T . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

verifying channel setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

connecting CD, TV and other

audio sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15-16

caring for your 330T . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

product specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

frequencies and corresponding

Phonic Ear channel numbers . . . . . . .19-20

battery warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

product warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22-24

code of federal regulations . . . . . . . . . . .25

regulatory approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

330T transmitter features

front

top

6 7 8 9

back

1

1

2

3

4

5

side

2 channel number label

10

1 on/off, low battery and charging

indicator light

on = Dim red light
low batt = Blinking red light indicates

approximately 1 hour of battery life
remaining

batt charging = Bright red light
improper charging = No light

3 belt clip

4 serial number/part number/operating band

5 battery compartment

6 mute button ( on off)

7 charging input jack (1.3mm)

8 auxiliary input jack (3.5mm)

9 microphone input jack (2.5mm)

10 on/off(chg) switch

2

330T available accessories

1 2 3 4

5 6

3

7 8

1 330T carrying case

(841-6440-101)

2 rechargeable NiMH AAA batteries

(374-30-310-09)

3 elastic belt

(AT0712)

6 aux-in adaptor cord*

(384-01-210-08)

3.5mm - 3.5mm connects 330T to external audio,
CD player, stereo, computer, etc.

7 aux-in adaptor cord*

(300-6332-107)

3.5mm- dual RCA connects 330T to external
audio, TV, VCR, DVD

4 wall charger*

(AT0749)

5 lavalier cord*

(AT0512-BK)

*optional accessory

8 antenna*

(AT0529A)

For use during auxiliary input only.

4

1

330T setup and operation

inserting batteries

1

2

2

Open battery compartment door by
pressing and sliding downwards.

Insert rechargeable AAA NiMH
batteries (or alkaline batteries) and
replace door. Check polarity

markings to confirm batteries
are positioned correctly.

1

5

NOTE: The 330T uses high performance
NiMH (nickel-metal hydride) batteries.
To achieve maximum battery efficiency,
charge batteries for 12 hours before initial
use. Charge batteries nightly for 12 hours
during normal use.

2a

charging batteries using 230R EasyListener 2™ sound field system

Do NOT attempt to charge alkaline batteries in the 330T.
Only Phonic Ear rechargeable batteries can be recharged.

Push power button to turn 230R

1

receiver off.

NOTE: Sleep/standby power light

1

on 230R receiver will remain lit
during power off mode.

then

Turn 330T power switch to

2

off (chg) position.

2

6

2b

charging batteries using 230R EasyListener 2™ sound field system

Do NOT attempt to charge alkaline batteries in the 330T.
Only Phonic Ear rechargeable batteries can be recharged.

Plug any end of 300-6497-105

3

230R (back)

5

4

3

charge cord (included with 230R
system) into 330T charge/ jack.

Plug any end of charge cord into

4

charge out jack on back of 230R

receiver.

Check indicator light on 330T.

5

bright red = Battery charging
no light = Improper charge

300-6497-105

7

NOTE: Charge for 12 hours before first use.
After daily use, charge unit overnight for at
least 12 hours for up to 12 hours of battery life.

2c

charging batteries using wall charger

Do NOT attempt to charge alkaline batteries in the 330T.
Only Phonic Ear rechargeable batteries can be recharged.

Switch 330T power to off (chg)

1

position.

2

3

1

4

AT0 749

Plug either end of AT0749 charging

2

cord into charge jack on top of the
330T transmitter.

Plug other end of AT0749 charging

3

cord into wall socket.

Check indicator light on 330T.

4

bright red = Battery charging
no light = Improper charge

IMPORTANT: Charge for 12 hours before first
use. After daily use, charge unit overnight for at
least 12 hours for up to 12 hours of battery life.

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3

wearing 330T

Clip to elastic belt (AT0712), pocket,
pants or clothes.

or

AT0712

Attach transmitter to necklace-style
lavalier cord (AT0512-BK).

or

AT0512-BK

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4a

330T microphone options

* Lapel style

microphones are
less resistant to
feedback when
used with a sound
field system.

AT0655

behind-the-neck
boom

AT0164-L**

omni lapel with
lavalier cord

AT0814

earhook

AT0667-L**

omni lapel with
lavalier cord

AT0816

collar

** Not recommended

for use with sound
field systems

AT0291-L*

lapel with lavalier
cord

10

4b

plugging in microphone and using mute switch

11

Plug microphone into

1

4

3

2

1

330T unit.

The microphone cord also acts

2

as the antenna for the 330T.
To ensure a consistent transmis­sion, keep the microphone cord
as straight as possible.

Position microphone approximately

3

3in/7.6cm from mouth.

To mute microphone, press down

4

on 330T mute button

mic jack on

5

turning on 330T

2

Push power switch up to turn

1

transmitter power on.

Confirm red indicator light is on.

2

1

indicator light features:

= Dim red light

on

low battery = Blinking red light

indicates approximately 1 hour of
battery life remaining

battery charging = Bright red light
improper charging = No light

12

6

verifying channel setting

13

1

330T (back)

LEXIS receiver

41

OR

EASYLISTENER 2

230R

Locate channel number on back of

1

330T transmitter. Confirm your
receiver unit (LEXIS, EASYLISTENER 2,
RADIUM or SPRITE) is operating on
the same channel.

NOTE: The 330T is available on 19 chan­nels in the 216MHz frequency. See the
chart on pages 19 & 20 for a complete list
of frequencies and corresponding Phonic
Ear channel numbers.

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Using auxiliary inputs:
connecting CD, TV and other audio sources

AT0529A

(antenna)

OR

1

384-01-210-08

(3.5mm –3.5mm)

300-6332-107

(3.5mm –dual RCA)

OR

2

The 330T auxiliary input jack (aux) allows
transmission of an external audio source such
as a CD player, TV, VCR, or computer.

Plug external antenna (AT0529A) or

1

any microphone into 330T

mic jack.

(To ensure a consistent transmission,
keep the microphone cord as straight
as possible.)

Using appropriate auxiliary input

2

cord, connect the 330T to the
secondary sound source.

NOTE: Check the type of connection need­ed for the secondary sound source – refer to

TV

page 4 for available aux-in adaptor cord
specs and usage descriptions.

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troubleshooting

No Sound

• verify the mute switch on the top of the unit
is in the off (up) position.

• verify the transmitter is operating on the
same FM channel as the receiver

• verify the transmitter power is on

• verify the microphone cord is inserted
properly into the mic jack

• if using the aux jack on the transmitter for
external sound, verify the AT0529A antenna
is plugged into the mic jack. If using a
microphone cord as an antenna, make sure it
is not coiled.

• verify an approved PE microphone is being
used (AT0655, AT0814, AT0816, AT0291-L
or AT0668-L)

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Batteries NOT charging

• verify only Phonic Ear NiMH batteries are
being charged. 330T unit will not charge dis­posable alkaline or other rechargeable batteries.

• check battery polarity markings to verify
batteries are oriented properly

• verify the power switch is in the off(chg)
position

• verify the charging cord is plugged in to the
chg port and NOT the aux port

• verify the wall transformer is plugged into an
operational electrical outlet

troubleshooting (cont’d)

330T won't turn on

• verify NiMH batteries are inserted properly and
fully charged

• verify AAA alkaline batteries are inserted
properly

• check battery polarity markings to verify
batteries are oriented properly

Acoustic feedback (high-pitched
squeal)

• make sure the user microphone is not too
close to external speakers in the room

• make sure an omni-directional mic is not
being used. Omni-directional mics should
not be used with the 330T.

• lower the FM volume/gain control on the

EXIS, EASYLISTENER 2 or other receiver

L

• turn O

PTIVOICE to medium, or low position

• have a sound professional adjust 3-band
equalizer controls on the receiver, confirm
they are not set to a high frequency setting

Static

• confirm microphone cord is not coiled

• verify approved PE microphones are being
used (AT0655, AT0814, AT0816, AT0291-L,
AT0668-L)

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caring for your 330T

cleaning

Clean as needed, using a soft, damp cloth.
Do not immerse in water

storage

Clean with a soft damp cloth and remove the
batteries from the transmitter. Place the unit into
the 841-6440-101 carrying case.

other important notes

• Protect your 330T transmitter from excessive
moisture, heat, and mechanical shocks.

• The AT0749 wall transformer may get warm
under normal operation.

• To protect the transmitter’s case front, position
it face down on a soft surface when removing
or inserting the batteries.

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product specifications

transmitter: 330T

transmitting 216MHz, Crystal Controlled (U.S./Canada)

frequency

modulation FM narrow-band

operating range up to 50m/160ft

user controls off/on; push button mute switch

inputs/outputs 3.5mm auxiliary input jack

2.5mm microphone input jack

1.3mm charge jack

battery life 15Hr (AAA alkaline)

12Hr (AAA NiMH)

size (WxHxD) 5.9 x 8.2 x 2.0 cm/2.3 x 3.3 x 0.8 in

weight 74.8g/2.64oz (with batteries)

case ABS plastic, painted

battery/power/ on: power on

charge LED flashing: low battery – 1 hour life

on (bright): charging

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frequencies and corresponding Phonic Ear channel numbers

frequency channel 330T

216.0125 1 •

216.2125 9 •

216.2875 12 •

216.5875 24 •

216.7875 32 •

216.9125 37 •

216.9875 40 •

216.025 41 •• ••

216.075 42 •• •••

216.125 43 •• ••

216.175 44 •• ••

216.225 45 •• •••

216.275 46 •• ••

216.325 47 •• ••

216.375 48 •• •••

216.425 49 •• •

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EasyListener 2

230R

Lexis receiver Radium Sprite

frequencies and corresponding Phonic Ear channel numbers (cont’d)

frequency channel 330T

216.525 51 •• •••

216.575 52 •• ••

216.625 53 •• ••

216.675 54 •• •••

216.725 55 •• ••

216.775 56 •• ••

216.825 57 •• •••

216.875 58 •• ••

216.925 59 •• •

216.975 60 ••• •

EasyListener 2

230R

Lexis receiver Radium Sprite

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battery warnings

Caution

• Remove all batteries when replacing.

• Do not mix new and used batteries.

• Do not mix alkaline and rechargeable batteries.

• Remove batteries from the unit if the unit is
not going to be used for an extended period of
time, such as during summer break.

• Do NOT dispose of batteries in fire.

• Do NOT charge Non-rechargeable batteries.

• Always dispose of old batteries in approved bat­tery recycling bins. It may be illegal to dispose in
the trash. If you are not sure of proper disposal
method, please consult your local authority.

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product warranty

time period of warranty

This warranty will go into effect upon the
date of purchase and will stay in effect as long
as the instrument remains the property of
the original owner. The 330T transmitter has a
3-year limited warranty.

what is covered by this warranty

Any electronic component, which because of work­manship, manufacturing or design defects, fails to
function properly under normal use during the life of
this warranty will be replaced or repaired at no charge
for parts or labor, when returned to the factory
service center. Transportation in and out is paid by the
customer. If it is determined that repair is not
feasible, the entire unit may be replaced with an equiv­alent unit upon mutual agreement of the
manufacturer and customer.

what is not covered by this warranty

This limited warranty does not apply to:

1. Malfunctions resulting from abuse, neglect

or accident.

2.

I

nstruments connected, installed, used or adjusted
in any manner contrary to instructions provided
by the manufacturer.

3. Consequential damages and damages resulting

from delay or loss of this instrument. The exclu­sive remedy under this warranty is strictly limited
to repair or replacement as herein provided.

4. Products damaged in transit unless investigated

by the shipper and returned to the warrantor
with the investigation report.

5. Peripheral accessories as itemized within the

product specification sheet as applicable, when
such items are returned within 90 days from orig­inal purchase.

6. Batteries if applicable.

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warranty (cont’d)

Phonic Ear Inc. reserves the right to make changes in
the design or construction of any of its instruments at
any time without incurring any obligation to make any
changes whatsoever on units previously purchased.

This warranty is in lieu of all other expressed warranties.
All expressed and implied warranties will terminate upon
the expiration of this written warranty. No representative
or person is authorized to represent or assume for us any
liability in connection with the sale or use of our prod­ucts other than as set forth above.

what to do if you have questions

If you have any questions about service, call the service
department at

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800.227.0735, then press 7.

what to do if you need service

If you require service under the warranty terms, obtain a
service order form either online at

com/support.asp

service department at

or through our U.S. customer

800.227.0735, then press 5

www.phonicear.

(or +1.707.769.1110 outside the U.S.). Fill the form
out completely remembering to include:

1. Description of the problem

2. Your billing address

3. Your shipping address (if different from

billing address)

4. Contact name and phone number

5. A P.O. number if the equipment is not under a

warranty or service contract

warranty (cont’d)

Then, carefully package the equipment in the
original shipping container

to prevent damage

and send it postpaid to the service center near you:

USA/International:

Phonic Ear Inc.

3880 Cypress Drive
Petaluma, CA 94954-7600
U.S.A.

In Canada:

Phonic Ear Ltd.

10-7475 Kimbel Street
Mississauga, Ontario
L5S 1E7 Canada

what to do if you have questions

If you have any questions about service, call the service
department at

800.227.0735, then press 7.

about your batteries

To ensure that your batteries are as fresh as possible
upon arrival, we have intentionally not installed
them in your equipment.

install your batteries in your equipment now,
then charge overnight before initial use

(see user guide for charging procedure).

avoid battery corrosion

To avoid battery corrosion and damage to your
equipment never attempt to charge NiCad
rechargeable batteries or alkaline disposable batteries
in the 330T. Only NiMH batteries supplied by
Phonic Ear should be charged in the 330T.

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code of federal regulations (United States only)

transmitter

This transmitter is authorized by rule under the Low
Power Radio Service (47 C.F.R. Part 95) and must
not cause harmful interference to TV reception or
United States Navy SPASUR installations. You do
not need an FCC license to operate this transmitter.
This transmitter may only be used to provide: audi­tory assistance to persons with disabilities, persons
who require language translation, or persons in edu­cational settings; health care services to the ill; law
enforcement tracking services under agreement with
a law enforcement agency; or automated maritime
telecommunications system (AMTS) network control
communications. Two-way voice communications
and all other types of uses not mentioned above are
expressly prohibited.

This device may not interfere with TV reception or
federal government radar, and must accept any inter­ference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

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IMPORTANT NOTE: To comply with FCC RF

exposure compliance requirements, only use sup­plied antenna that is sold with this transmitter.
Use of any other antenna which has not been
approved by the manufacturer will violate FCC
rules and regulation and void the user’s authority
to operate this device. This device and its antenna(s)
must not be co-located or operating in conjunction
with any other antenna or transmitter.

regulatory approvals

EasyListener 2 Transmitter 330T

Tested to comply with

FCC Standards

FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

The term "IC:" before the radio certification num­ber only signifies that Industry of Canada technical
specifications were met.

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