Pilot Communications PA-1151ACB, PA-1151ACG Owner's Manual

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PA-1151ACB/ACG

Youth Audio Series

Owner’s Manual

“Protect Their Hearing”

You were only issued one set of ears. Why not protect your children’s hearing
too? These headsets are great for kids who fly with parents or grandparents.
Pilot was first to design a headset specifically for children utilizing a smaller
headband, foam ear seals, and a smaller version of our full flex mic boom and
super cushion head pad. In this day and age, keep them entertained (and quiet)
by letting them connect to their favorite AUX music device - CD, IPOD, MP3, or
Tablets. As the child grows larger, you can upgrade the headset’s headband to a
larger size by calling us and ordering one at no charge. The key to a good fit on a
child is that the headset not hang on their head. Proper fit equals comfort.

Features

Passive Noise Reduction: (NRR) 24dB

Dual Volume Controls

Designed for Children (2 – 12 years)
Small Headband for Perfect Fit
Mini Super Cushion Headpad
Mini Full Flex Memory Mic Boom
Noise Canceling Electret Microphone

Mono/Stereo Capability
Foam Ear Seals
Soft Padded Protective Bag
Auxiliary Audio Interface
Three Year Warranty

Table of Contents

Introduction

1.0

Features

1.1

Fitting Your Headset

2.0

Microphone Placement

2.1

Volume Controls

2.2

Mono / Stereo Selector

2.3

AUX Music Input Jack

2.4

Foam Ear Seals

2.5

Mini Super Cushion Headpad

2.6

Taking Care of Your Headset

3.0

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2.0 Fitting Your Headset

Wearing your headset properly is paramount to achieving both comfort and maximum
performance. First slightly loosen the hand adjustable knobs on the headband. The
headset should be placed on your head and slowly pulled down so that the ear cups are
properly positioned over each ear for maximum noise attenuation. Tighten the knurled
knobs when the headset feels correct. It should apply slight pressure on your head
without being snug. You may need to make your final adjustments in the high noise
environment of the cockpit.

2.1 Microphone Placement

Your headset comes with a mini version of our full flex microphone boom and a noise
canceling electret microphone. The boom can be rotated 360 degrees for left or right
side use. Proper placement of the microphone is critical in order to achieve clear
communications. The microphone should be positioned at the corner of your mouth
approximately ¼” away from your lips.

2.2 Volume Controls

The PA-1151 is fitted with individual volume controls, located on both ear cups of the
headset. When adjusting the volume controls, the pilot-in-command should adjust their
volume control first with the audio system turned on. Please remember that you may be
dealing with four volume controls: radio, intercom, headset and music source.

2.3 Mono/Stereo Selector

Your headset comes standard with a Mono/Stereo selector switch which is located on
the comm-cord splitter. “M” indicates the mono position while “S” indicates the stereo
position. It should be noted that if you are using a monaural intercom and your

headset is set in the stereo position, you will only hear through one speaker of
your headset. With a stereo intercom you will hear in “true stereo” in both ears.

2.4 AUX Music Input Jack

The 3.5mm input jack on the right ear cup can be used as an AUX music input jack. Plug
in your favorite music source and you’ll hear true stereo music (when available) in your
headset.

2.5 Foam Ear Seals

Your headset is fitted with our foam ear seals. The ear sealsare light weight and provide
above average noise attenuation.

2.6 Mini Super Cushion Headpad

The PA-1151 comes with a mini super cushion headpad to fit your child’s head. No more
hot spots! This soft cushioned head pad will give you hours of enjoyable flying.

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3.0 Taking Care of Your Headset

To insure the full life of your headset, keep it clean and free of dust and dirt. Clean your
headsets with non-alcohol wipes or a soft cloth dampened with water and a mild soap.
Never use alcohol. Plastic parts dry out or fray when exposed to alcohol based products.
Headband, ear cups, ear seals and cords can be lightly cleaned but one should be
careful around the microphone and speakers on the headset.

A. Mic Windscreen: We recommend periodically replacing the microphone

windscreen if necessary. The foam microphone windscreen helps eliminates the
popping “P”s and “T”s and annoying breath puffs when you’re communicating
with the headset. The foam microphone windscreen also helps protect the
microphone from moisture and other elements that may cause damage to the
electronics. You may use mild soap and water to clean your foam windscreen.
Place the foam windscreen in mild soapy water. Rinse and make sure the
windscreen is fully air dried before reattaching to the microphone.

B. Ear Cushions: Ear seals also need periodic replacing. Depending on how much

you fly, temperature (extreme heat or cold) also influences the life span of your
ear seals. We have several types of ear seals on our headsets. Generally PVC,
foam and silicone gel style ear seals can be wiped off with mild soap and water.
Do not submerge the ear seals in water. All three types of ear seals have vent
holes and water would enter the ear seal’s vent holes thus ruining the ear seal.

C. Communication Cord: Take care of your communication cord. Wires in the cord

can break if abused. Always disconnect them by disconnecting the plugs, not by
pulling the cords. Pulling on the cord instead of the plugs is a major cause of
headset repairs – it causes wire breaks and static. We recommend storing your
head gear in a headset case and keeping the cords free of obstruction to reduce
wear and tear on your headset.

Pilot Communications USA

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Irvine, CA 92618

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