Williams AV PLR BP1 User guide

PLR BP1

Proloop Body Pack Induction Loop
Receiver

Instructions For Use and Care

Safety Information

HEARING SAFETY

CAUTION!

This product is designed to amplify sounds to a high
volume. To protect your hearing and the hearing of others:

1. Make sure the unit is OFF or the volume is turned down
before putting on the earphones.

2. Set volume level at the minimum setting you need to hear.

3. Do not allow children or other unauthorized persons to
have access to this product.

BATTERY SAFETY

CAUTION!

Do not attempt to recharge alkaline or other non­rechargeable batteries, which may explode, release
dangerous chemicals, cause burns, or cause other serious
harm to the user or product.

MEDICAL DEVICE SAFETY

CAUTION!

Before using this product with a pacemaker or other
implantable medical device, consultant your physician
or the manufacturer of the device to make sure that you
are using this product in accordance with their safety
guidelines.

Battery Information

The PLR BP1 uses 2 AA batteries. We commend using
Williams AV Alkaline batteries (BAT 001-2) or rechargeable
batteries (BAT 026-2) for longer battery life than other
brand batteries.

Low Battery Indicator

The “On” indicator on top of the unit will flash to indicate
low battery.

Multi Charger CHG 3512

This optional charger is ideal for customers using
rechargeable batteries. It will charge up to 12 receivers at
one time. See our website or call us for ordering information.

Accessories

To order accessories including earphones and replacement
earpads, batteries, and chargers, contact Williams AV at 800-
843-3544 or order on-line at: www.williamsav.com.

Recycling Instructions

Help Williams AV protect the environment!

Please do not dispose of equipment or used
batteries in the household trash. Take the
equipment to an electronics recycling center or
return to the factory. Take batteries to a retail or
community recycling location.

Operating Instructions

1. Open the battery compartment. Slide the battery
selection switch to the correct position for the type of
batteries that will be used. Use “Alkaline” for non­rechargeable batteries, “NiMH” for rechargeable NiMH
batteries (only). (FIG. A)

FIG. A: Battery Compartment

Tone
Control

AA

ALKALINE/
NiMH SWITCH

–

+

+

AA

–

2. Install the AA batteries. Be sure to observe proper
polarity (+/-). Damage due to improper battery installation
may void the warranty on the product. The “Power On”
LED on top of the unit will flash when the batteries are
getting low; you may continue to use until the unit quits
operating, then replace or recharge the batteries. (FIG.
A)

3. Insert the earphone or headphone plug into the
headphone jack. (FIG. B)

TONE
CONTROL

4. Turn the receiver on, and adjust the volume (top control)

ON/OFF, VOLUME

and tone (inside battery compartment) to a comfortable
listening level. (FIG. B).

FIG. B: Top of Receiver

HEADPHONE

JACK

"ON"/ LOW BATTERY/

FLASH CODE INDICATOR

CONTROL SWITCH

OFF

Belt Clip Installation

To install the belt clip on the rear of the PLR BP1, position
the belt clip on the back. Turn the belt clip 180˚ left or right
to secure the clip. The BP1 can now be clipped onto a belt.
To remove, turn the belt clip 180˚ so the open end of the
clip points up, and gently pull the belt clip o. (FIG. C)

FIG. C: Belt Clip Installation

Hints and Tips

The PLR BP1 has been designed to be as easy to use as possible.
However, if you have trouble, check the following:

• Make sure the earphone/headphones are securely

plugged in.

• Make sure the batteries are not depleted and have

been correctly inserted into the battery compartment.

• Turn down the volume if above 3 or 3 ½.

• Turn the tone control (in the battery compartment)

counterclockwise to reduce high frequency boost.

• If the above steps do not resolve your problem, con-

tact our Customer Service department at 1-800-843­3544 (U.S.A.) or [phone] (Outside the U.S.A).

System Specifications

PLR BP1 Receiver

Dimensions: 4.1” H x 2.85” W x 1.38” D

Weight: 4.6 oz (130 g) with batteries, 2.6 oz (73 g)

Color/Material: Black ABS/polycarbonate molded plastic case.
Battery Type: (2) AA (1.5 VDC) Alkaline or NiMH

Battery Life: Up to 200 hours with Alkaline batteries.
LED Indicator: Green LED indicates power on, flashes when

Headphone Jack: 3.5 mm stereo TRS jack works with mono or

Volume control: External switched thumb wheel controls power

Tone control: Rotary control inside battery compartment (1

Induction Coil: Maximum reception: receiver oriented

Power Output: 35 mW (max) into 33 ohms mono impedance
THD: < 2%
Freq. Response: 300 Hz to 10 KHz, -6 dB
Loop Sensitivity: Compatible with IEC 60118-4 Systems

(104 mm H x 72 mm W x 35 mm D).

without batteries.

(rechargeable).

batteries are low.

stereo headphones.

on/o and volume level.

kHz reference at 400 mA/m input with Tone at
mid position)

vertically

System Specifications

PLR BP1 Receiver

S/N Ratio: 62 dB Typical
Notch Filter: -20 dB @ 120 Hz fixed notch filter

Tone Control
Range:

Environment: Operational: 32 °F to 122 °F (0 °C to 50 °C) at

Warranty: 2 Years

Approvals: CE, FCC, Industry Canada, RoHS2, WEEE

-10 dB cut @ 300 Hz to 6 dB boost @ 6 kHz

less than 95% RH
Storage: -13 °F to 131 °F (-25 °C to 55 °C) at less
than 95% RH

Warranty

Williams AV products are engineered, designed, and
manufactured under carefully controlled conditions to
provide you with many years of reliable service.

Williams AV warrants the PLR BP1 against defects in
materials and workmanship under normal use and
conditions for 2 years from date of purchase.

Microphones, earphones, headphones, batteries, chargers,
cables, carry cases, and most other accessory products
carry a 90-day warranty.

This warranty does not cover reimbursement for your costs
of removing and transporting the product for warranty
service evaluation or installation of any replacement
product provided under this warranty.

*For Complete Warranty Statement go to:
www.williamsav.com/warranty-statement

NOTICE: Williams AV products are NOT designed for use in
extreme temperature, humidity or chemical environments.
The introduction of chemicals such as chlorine, salt water
or human sweat into the product will cause damage to the
circuitry. Damage due to these causes is NOT covered
under the Product Warranty.

Customer Service

If you experience diculty with your system, call Toll-Free
for Customer Assistance:

1-800-843-3544 (U.S.A.) or
[phone] (Outside the U.S.A.)

If it is necessary to return the system for service, your
Customer Service Representative will give you a Return
Authorization Number (RA) and shipping instructions.

Note: FCC regulations, section 15.21, requires the user to
comply with the rules of transmitter operation. Any changes
or modifications made by the user not expressly approved
for compliance may result in the loss of all privileges and
authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE: SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT
NOTICE.

[email protected] / www.williamsav.com

800-843-3544 / INTL: [phone]

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