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PA-1181T
Performance Series
Owner’s Manual
“Engineering Excellence”
This model is known for top of the line components. To distinguish this unit from
our other passive models we use all black chrome hardware to create a very
sophisticated look in the cockpit. Enjoy your personal music in true stereo
through the combination cell/satellite phone input jack. We invite you to compare
with any of our competitor’s offerings. You’ll be pleasantly pleased.
Features
Passive Noise Reduction: (NRR) 24dB
Dual Volume Controls
Cell/Satellite Phone Interface
Mono/Stereo Capability
Auxiliary Audio Interface
Full Flex Mic Boom
Pillow Top Headpad
Push-To-Talk Switch On Ear Cup
Noise Canceling Electret Microphone
Silicone Gel Ear Seals
Soft Padded Protective Case
Three Year Warranty
Additional Models
PA-1181TH Helicopter Version w/ U-174/U single plug
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
Cell/Satellite Phone Capable
2.4
AUX Music Input Jack
2.5
Built-in Push-To-Talk
2.6
Silicone Gel Ear Seals
2.7
Pillow Top Headpad
3.0
Taking Care Of Your Headset
3.1
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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 half metal/half flex microphone boon and a noise canceling
electret microphone. The boom can be rotated 360 degrees for left or right side use.
Proper placement of the electret microphone is critical in order to achieve clear
communications. The microphone should be placed at the corner of the mouth
approximately ¼’’ away from the lips.
2.2 Volume Controls
The PA-1181T 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 Cell/Satellite Phone Capable
In an emergency having the capability of being able to place a cell phone call from your
aircraft is one of the reasons we have installed a cell/satellite phone jack on the headset.
Located on the non boom side is a 3.5mm jack. Also provided are different 2 patch cords
that should work with 90% of cell phones in the marketplace. The 90 degree angle plug
should connect to the headset and the straight plug to the phone. Please note that the
headset must be connected to a live intercom system for the phone system to work
properly.
2.5 AUX Music Input Jack
The same 3.5mm cell/satellite phone jack can also be used as an AUX music input. Plug
in your favorite music source and you’ll hear true stereo music in your headset.
2.6 Built-In Push-To-Talk Switch
Your PA-1181T is fitted with a Push-To-Talk switch on the non boom side ear cup. It’s
great for flight instructors or to use in case of an inoperative portable or yoke mounted
PTT.
2.7 Silicone Gel Ear Seals
Your headset is fitted with our premium silicone gel ear seals. This new design cuts
about 30% of the weight of normal silicone ear seals and provides a slightly larger inner
diameter for enhanced comfort for your ears.
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3.0 Pillow Top Headpad
The PA-1181T has our most comfortable pillow top headpad to distribute the weight of
the headset. No more hot spots!
3.1 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
70 Maxwell
Irvine, CA 92618
Toll Free: 1-888-GO-PILOT Tel: 949-748-8880 Fax: 949-748-8881
www.pilot-usa.com [email protected]
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