Williams Sound PPA VP 37 Users Manual

MANUAL AND USER GUIDE

Personal PA®Value Pack System

Wide-Band FM Wireless Listening System

Model PPA VP 37

Transmitter Model PPA T27
Receiver Model PPA R37
Optional Receiver Model PPA R35-8

MAN 159A © 2011 Williams Sound, LLC

PERSONAL PA®VALUE PACK SYSTEM (MODEL PPA VP 37)

INSTALLATION GUIDE & USER MANUAL

CONTENTS PAGE

System Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

T27 Transmitter Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-7

T27 Features and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Antenna Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Power Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Selecting a Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Connecting an Audio Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Adjusting the Audio Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Recycling Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Receiver Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-17

PPA R37 Receiver Use Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

PPA R35-8 Receiver Use Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

PPA R37/PPA R35-8 Belt Clip Instructions . . . . . . . . . . .14

Using A Receiver With A Hearing Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Receiver Management Suggestions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Battery Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

System Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21-23

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SYSTEM OVERVIEW

Thank you for purchasing the Personal PA Value Pack System from
Williams Sound. The PPAVP 37 System is a Wideband FM
Listening System which operates in the 72-76 MHz frequency band.
Designed for hearing assistance in places of public access, the
PPA VP37 is for those who need help overcoming background noise,
reverberation, or distance from the sound source. The versatile
PPA VP37 is easily integrated with your existing sound system or
can be used with a microphone as a stand-alone system.

The system has two principal parts: the T27 Transmitter and the PPA
R37 Receiver. Much like a miniature radio station, the Transmitter
and microphone pick up the sounds you want to hear and broadcast
them over an FM radio signal. The receivers are used to pick up the
broadcast up to 1000 feet (305 m).

To avoid difficulties, please read through these instructions as you
begin to use the system. Then save the manual for questions that arise
as you continue to use your Personal PA Value Pack System.

If you have any problems with this Williams Sound product, please
call us toll-free at 1-800-843-3544.

FIG. 1: OVERALL SYSTEM DIAGRAM

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SETTING UP THE PPA VP 37

PPA T27 Transmitter Instructions

FIG. 2: FEATURES & CONTROLS

Front View

123 4 5

1. Mic input jack, 3.5 mm

2. Audio Level Indicator

3. Audio Level Control

4. Frequency Display (LED)

5. Frequency Selector,
Lock/Unlock Control

Rear View

678

6. Power Input jack,

7. Antenna Connector,
75 Ohms

12VAC

8. Audio Input jack, RCA­type (Line Level,
Unbalanced)

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STEP 1: SELECT LOCATION

Position the PPAT27 transmitter near the audio source (i.e.
sound system, mixer) from which it will receive audio.

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STEP 2: INSTALL THE ANTENNA

Gently thread the ANT021 rubber duckie antenna onto the stud
recessed in the hole on the top of the transmitter. FCC rules
allow only the use of antennas provided by Williams Sound. To
use a remote antenna supplied by Williams Sound, the antenna
cap may be removed by turning it counter

-clockwise with a pli-

ers or wrench. Please call customer service 800.843.3544 if you

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have any questions.

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STEP 3: CONNECT THE POWER

Locate the TFP 036 power supply cord equipped with the 5-pin
DIN connector, then plug the connector into the “Power In” jack
located in the back of the T27. Plug the power supply into the
AC outlet. On power up, the number “8” will scroll across the
T27 display while the system initializes. The system will then
display the default system frequency (72.9 MHz)

or the last

selected frequency set by the user.

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STEP 4: SELECT THE FREQUENCY

The T27 has 17 available channels in the 72-76 MHz band. By
default, the T27 frequency is set to 72.9 MHz. To change the
frequency on the T27, press and release the down “
up “

p” frequency selector button until the desired frequency is

q” or

displayed. After 3 seconds, the frequency selection will be set,
and the audio will begin transmitting on the new frequency.

NOTE: You can LOCK this selection to prevent others from
accidently changing the frequency.

To LOCK the desired frequency, press and hold both down “q ”
and up “p” frequency selector buttons for 3 seconds until the
word “Loc” appears on the display. The frequency is now locked.
Should the user press the frequency selector button while in
“Lock” mode, the word “Loc” will be displayed for 2 seconds.

To UNLOCK the desired frequency, press and hold both
down “q” and up “p” frequency selector buttons for 3 seconds
until the transmitter displays ”Un” then “Loc” on the display.
The frequency is now unlocked. The user is now free to change
the frequency on the T27 as needed.

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STEP 5: CONNECT THE AUDIO SOURCE

On the back of the T27, an RCA-type “Audio In” jack is available
for connecting a line-level, unbalanced audio source. On the front
of the T27, a 3.5mm “Mic Input” jack is available to connect a
Williams Sound electret microphone. Connect the desired audio
source to the T27 transmitter and proceed to Step 6.

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STEP 6: ADJUST THE AUDIO LEVEL

With the audio source playing, use a small screwdriver or tuning
wand to rotate the “Adjust” control on the front of the T27: 1)

clockwise to increase the audio level; or 2) counterclockwise to
decrease the audio level. Refer to the audio “Level” indicator

LED on the front of the T27 as you make your adjustments:

Audio Level Indicator LED

1.) Never On = Audio source is TOO LOW.

2.) Blinks occassionally = Audio source is OPTIMAL.

3.) Always on = Audio source is TOO HIGH.

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STEP 7: LISTEN WITH AN FM RECEIVER

IMPORTANT: The FM receiver being used with the T27
transmitter will need to be on the same frequency as the
transmitter.

Install the receiver batteries, plug in the earphone, turn on the
receiver and walk around the listening area. The signal should be
clear and quite loud when the volume is turned up. See pages
10-13 for detailed receiver instructions.

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RECEIVER SAFETY INFORMATION

HEARING SAFETY:

CAUTION!

The receiver is designed to amplify sounds to a high volume
level which could potentially cause hearing damage if used
improperly.

To protect your hearing and the hearing of others:

1. Make sure the volume is turned down before putting on the
earphone or headphone before adjusting the volume to a
comfortable level.

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

3. If you experience feedback (a squealing or howling sound),
reduce the volume setting and move the microphone away
from the earphone or headphone.

4. Do not allow children
have access to this product.

BATTERY SAFETY AND DISPOSAL:

or other unauthorized persons to

CAUTION!

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

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