
R863
Hearing Helper™ FM Receiver
FM SPECIFICATION DATA
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The R863 is a portable, body-pack style FM receiver with userselectable operating frequencies of 863.25 MHz, 863.75 MHz,
or 864.75 MHz. The R863 receiver will operate up to 30 meters
(98 feet) when used with the Williams Sound T863 transmitter
122 meters (400ft) when used with the Williams Sound T800
transmitter. The receiver is showcased in a black, ergonomic,
impact-resistant case, and is belt-clip equipped for handsfree operation. Controls include an adjustable volume control,
integrated on/off/channel switch, and power ON indicator LED.
Drop-in charging points allow up to 12 receivers to be charged at
once in optional multi-chargers. The R863 receiver will operate on
two AA batteries for up to 40 hours, or 30 hours per charge when
used with Williams Sound rechargeable batteries. The R863 can
be equipped with a headphone, earphone, or neckloop.

Hearing Helper™ FM Receiver
R863 Receiver:
"On" Indicator LED
Dimensions:
On/Off/Channel
Selector Switch
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Weight:
Material:
Battery Type:
Volume Control
Operating Frequencies:
Operating Range:
Stability:
FM Deviation:
De-Emphasis:
Sensitivity:
Squelch:
Freq Response:
Distortion:
Signal–Noise Ratio:
Antenna:
Controls & Indicators:
Headphone jack:
Charging Contacts:
Approvals:
Warranty:
115 mm H x 72 mm W x 30 mm T
(4.5” H x 2.85 W x 1.2” T)
85 grams (3 oz.), no batteries
Color:
Black
ABS/Polycarbonate, shatter-resistant
Two (2) AA 1.5 V Non-rechargeable Alkaline batteries
(BAT 001), 50 mA nominal current drain, 40 hours approx. life
(OR)
Two (2) AA 1.2 V NiMH Rechargeable batteries (BAT 026),
50 mA nominal current drain, 30 hours per charge approx., recharges in 14–16
hours, uses CHG 3512 Multiple Battery Charger
CH 1 - 863.25 MHz; CH 2 - 863.75 MHz;
CH 3 - 864.75 MHz ( ± 30 kHz)
30 meters (98.4 feet) with T863 transmitter
± .05 MHz, 0 - 50° Celsius
60 kHz ±5 kHz, transmitter input at 1 kHz, 2.5 mV
50 µS
< - 90 dBm @ 60 kHz deviation
-100 dB @ 6 kHz
500 Hz - 5 kHz, ±3 dB
< 2.0% THD
>50 dB ( ± 5 dB) with transmitter input at 1 kHz, 2.5mV
Internal wire monopole
Volume control knob; Channel selector (four position rotary switch): Position 1
is off; position 2 is CH1; position 3 is CH 2; position 4 is CH 3
Power on indicator: Red LED “on” indicates when receiver has power
Low battery indicator: Power LED ashes when batteries are low
Battery selector: Slide switch for alkaline or NiMH battery operation
3.5 mm jack, mono output, 8-32 ohm impedance
Designed for use with CHG 3512 Battery Charger and CHG 3502
CE, RoHS, WEEE, ETSI EN 301 357-1, ETSI EN 301 357-2
3 years parts and labor (90 days on accessories)
*90 DAYS ON ACCESSORIES.
NOTE: SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.

Hearing Helper™ FM Receiver
Bid Specs:
The R863 shall be a portable, belt-pack equipped wide-band
receiver. The unit shall have three user-selectable operating
frequencies of 863.25 MHz for CH 1, 863.75 MHz for CH 2 and
864.75 MHz for CH 3. The R863 shall be housed in a black
polycarbonate impact-resistant enclosure and feature a 3.5mm ear
jack that can accept stereo or mono earphones.
The receiver shall include an adjustable volume control, integrated
on/off/channel selector and power ON indicator LED. The power
ON LED shall ash to indicate low battery.
The receiver shall operate on two AA alkaline batteries for approx.
40 hours of operation or 30 hours when using Williams Sound NiMH
rechargeable batteries (BAT 026). The receiver shall have drop-in
charging points for charging with the optional CHG 3512.
The R863 shall have an operating range of approx. 30 meters (98
feet) when used with the T863 transmitter, and shall a signal to
noise ratio greater than 50dB and 60 kHz deviation.
The R863 shall have CE, ETSI EN 301 357-1, ETSI EN 310 357-2
approvals, and be compliant with RoHS and WEEE regulations. The
unit shall have a three year parts and labor warranty.*
The receiver shall be the Williams Sound model number R863.
NOTE: SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE!
Domestic Sales
Williams Sound
10300 Valley View Rd.
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
Ph: 800-328-6190 / 952-943-2252
FAX: 952-943-2174
Email: info@williamssound.com
Web: www.williamssound.com
International Sales
International Sales Department
Williams Sound
10300 Valley View Rd.
Eden Prairie, MN 55344 USA
Phone: +1 952 943 2252
Fax: +1 952 943 2174
Email: info@williamssound.com
Web: www.williamssound.com
800.843.3544 / info@williamssound.com / www.williamssound.com
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