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EKI 830
Infrared bodypack receiver
Instruction manual
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Contents
Contents
Important safety information ....................................................... 2
The EKI 830 receiver ........................................................................ 4
Delivery includes .............................................................................. 5
Product overview ............................................................................. 5
Putting the EKI 830 into operation .............................................. 6
Removing and charging the rechargeable battery .......................... 6
Using the EKI 830 ............................................................................. 8
Connecting headphones or an induction coupler ............................. 8
Wearing the receiver .............................................................................. 9
Cleaning and maintaining the EKI 830 ...................................... 11
If a problem occurs ... .................................................................... 12
Accessories ...................................................................................... 13
Specifications .................................................................................. 14
Manufacturer Declarations .......................................................... 15
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Important safety information
Important safety information
왘 Read this instruction manual carefully and completely before using
the product.
왘 Always include this instruction manual when passing the product on
to third parties.
왘 Do not use an obviously defective product.
Preventing damage to health and accidents
왘 Do not use the product in an environment that requires your special
attention.
왘 Do not listen at high volume levels for long periods of time to
prevent hearing damage.
Preventing damage to the product and malfunctions
왘 Always keep the product dry and do not expose it to extreme
temperatures (hairdryer, heater, extended exposure to sunlight,
etc.) to avoid corrosion or deformation.
왘 Only use attachments/accessories supplied or recommended by
Sennheiser.
왘 Only clean the product with a soft, dry cloth.
Intended use/liability
The receiver can be used together with infra-red transmission systems
which operate on a carrier frequency of 2.3 or 2.8 MHz. Headphones
with 3.5 mm jack plugs, induction plates and induction loops can be
used for audio transmission.
This product can be used for commercial purposes. It is considered
improper use when this product is used for any application not named
in this instruction manual.
Sennheiser does not accept liability for damage arising from abuse or
misuse of this product and its attachments/accessories.
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Important safety information
Safety instructions for the BA 300 Lithium-Polymer rechargeable
battery
In extreme cases, abuse or misuse of rechargeable batteries can lead to:
WARNING
•explosion,
• fire development,
• heat generation or
• smoke or gas development.
Do not heat above
70°C/158°F, e.g. do not
expose to sunlight or
throw into a fire.
Do not expose to
moisture.
Store charged
rechargeable batteries
so that the terminals
cannot contact each
other – danger of
shorting out/fire
hazard.
Do not mutilate or
dismantle.
Immediately remove
rechargeable batteries
from an obviously
defective product.
Only use rechargeable
batteries recommended
by Sennheiser and the
appropriate chargers.
When not using rechargeable batteries for extended
periods of time, charge
them regularly (about
every 3 months).
Only charge rechargeable
batteries at ambient
temperatures between
10°C/50°F and 40°C/104°F.
Do not continue to use
defective rechargeable
batteries and dispose of
them immediately.
Dispose of rechargeable
batteries at special collection points or return them
to your specialist dealer.
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The EKI 830 receiver
SI 1015
SZI 1015
EKI 830 HDI 830
The EKI 830 receiver
The EKI 830 is an infra-red receiver designed to assist your hearing.
Sound can be transmitted from the receiver to the hearing aid via headphones, induction plates or an induction loop.
Areas of application
The EKI 830 receiver can be used together with infra-red transmission
systems which operate on a carrier frequency of 2.3 or 2.8 MHz (example: Sennheiser SZI/SI 1015).
Alternatively, the receiver can be used with transmitters of the
Sennheiser Set 830 S, Set 830 TV and Set 900 infra-red hearing
systems.
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