Williams Sound TGS PRO 720 User Manual
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MANUAL AND USER GUIDE
HEARING HELPER
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Tour Guide System
Wireless, Portable FM Listening System
Model TGS PRO 720
Transmitter Model PFM T31
Receiver Model PPA R35
MAN 122A
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HEARING HELPER™FM TOUR GUIDE SYSTEM, MODEL TGS PRO 720
INSTALLATION GUIDE & USER MANUAL
Contents Page
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YSTEM OVERVIEW 3
SYSTEM COMPONENTS 4
PFM T31 TRANSMITTER
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CROPHONES
PPA R35 RECEIVER
HEADPHONES & EARPHONES
SAFETY INFORMATION 6
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ECYCLING INSTRUCTIONS 6
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 7
PFM T31 TRANSMITTER
PPA R35 RECEIVER
HINTS FOR USING THE SYSTEM
BATTERY INFORMATION 14
BATTERY INSTALLATION
RECHARGEABLE & NON-RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES
USING OPTIONAL BATTERY CHARGERS
IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY 17
WARRANTY 18
SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS 19
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SYSTEM OVERVIEW
Tour Guide Uses the Body Pack
Transmitter With Microphone
FM Radio Signal
Listeners use Personal Receivers with
Headphones, Earphones, Or Neckloop
The HEARING HELPER™Tour Guide System is a portable, high-performance, wireless system
composed of the PFM T31 Transmitter and PPA R35 Receivers and designed for use in guided tour
applications. The system allows one-way transmission of a tour guide’s voice to group members
using an FM radio signal. Using the system helps group members overcome background noise and
distance from the person speaking.
The HEARING HELPER
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System can be used for large or small tour groups and in noisy or quiet
environments.
Your HEARING HELPER
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Tour Guide System has two principal parts: the transmitter and the
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 and headphones are used to
pick up the broadcast up to 100 meters away.
To avoid difficulties, please read through these instructions as you begin to use the system. Then save
them for questions that arise as you continue to use your system.
FIGURE 1: HOW THE TOUR GUIDE SYSTEM WORKS
The tour guide wears the body-pack transmitter and headset microphone. The guide’s
voice is broadcast as an FM radio signal over a distance of up to 100 meters. Listeners use
the pocket receiver and headphone to hear the speaker
background noise. A neckloop telecoil coupler allows the system to be used with telecoil
(T-Switch) equipped hearing aids, at somewhat reduced range.
If you have problems with the HEARING HELPER
Williams Sound at 1-800-328-6190.
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Tour Guide System, don’t hesitate to call
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SYSTEM COMPONENTS
þ Body Pack Transmitter (PFM T31) with (2) AA batteries (BAT 001)
þ Noise-cancelling headband microphone (MIC 086)
þ (6) Receivers (PPA R35) w/batteries (BAT 001)
þ Instruction Manual (MAN 122)
þ System carry case (CCS 030 S)
THE PFM T31 TRANSMITTER
The PFM T31 Transmitter is a battery-powered body-pack model used with a microphone to pick up
the tour guide's voice. The transmitter produces an FM radio signal to broadcast the tour guide's
voice to the receiver units. A simple slide switch on top of the transmitter turns the unit on or off.
The PPA T31 operates on two AA non-rechargeable alkaline batteries (BAT 001), or two AA
rechargeable NiMH batteries (BAT 026).
MICROPHONES
A noise-cancelling, headband microphone (MIC 086) is the standard microphone. The noisecancelling microphone helps to reduce background sounds in noisy environments. The microphone
plugs into the “MIC” jack on top of the Transmitter. The microphone should be positioned directly
in front of the tour guide's mouth to achieve an optimal signal to noise ratio and so that head
movement does not affect the loudness of the signal. The microphone cord acts as the transmitting
antenna.
Optional Microphones
An optional Hearing Protector Headset Microphone (MIC 036) is also available for extremely high
noise environments. It features ear muffs that completely cover both ears and provides 24 dB noise
isolation for hearing protection.
An optional Lapel Clip Microphone can be used in quieter environments like museums or galleries.
The MIC 090 has an omnidirectional pick-up pattern. The MIC 056 has a directional (or cardioid)
pick-up pattern, which will reduce background noise somewhat.
A directional hand-held microphone (MIC 027) is also available for tour guides who prefer to hold
the microphone.
THE PPA R35 RECEIVER
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signal produced by the transmitter. The receiver is pre-tuned to the transmitter and has a useradjustable volume on/off control, LED power and low battery indicator. The headphone plugs into
the “EAR” jack on top of the Receiver. The PPA R35 Receiver operates on two AA nonrechargeable alkaline batteries (BAT 001), or two AA rechargeable NiMH batteries (BAT 026).
A R35 Receiver is a battery-powered body-pack receiver used with a headphone to hear the
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OPTIONAL HEADPHONES AND EARPHONES
The optional HED 021 Lightweight Headphone is the standard headset for the Tour Guide System.
It offers excellent sound quality and wearing comfort. The foam earpads may be removed and
washed in a mild detergent, rinsed thoroughly, and air dried.
The headphone plugs into the “EAR” jack on top of the Receiver. The headphones are wired with a
mono plug. If a stereo headphone is substituted, it will only work on one side of the headphone.
The HED 008 is a heavy-duty, hearing-protector headset. The HED 008 earmuffs completely cover
the ears and provide 24 dB noise isolation for hearing protection in high noise environments.
The EAR 022 Surround Earphone offers excellent sound quality in a unique style that hangs on the
ear. It is easy to keep clean since the earphone does not enter the ear. It is not recommended for high
noise environments.
The EAR 013 and EAR 014 are single and dual Mini Earphones. The earbud-style features a foam
covering that fits in the outer ear. The foam pads can be removed for cleaning or replacement.
Replacement pads (EAR 015-10) are available.
The stylish HED 026 rear-wear headphone offers excellent sound quality; it rests comfortably over
the ears and wraps around the back of the head for a less obtrusive, relaxed fit.
der information, contact Williams Sound at 1-800-843-3544.
For or
FIG. 2: EARPHONE / HEADPHONE OPTIONS
HED 008 HED 021 HED 026 EAR 022 EAR 013 EAR 014
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SAFETY INFORMATION
HEARING SAFETY
CAUTION!
This product is designed to amplify sounds to a high volume level which could
potentially cause hearing damage if used improperly.
hearing of others:
Make sure the volume is turned down before putting on the earphone or headphone.
1.
Then adjust the volume to a comfortable level.
Set the volume level at the minimum setting that you need to hear.
2.
If you experience feedback (a squealing or howling sound), reduce the volume
3.
setting and move the microphone away from the earphone or headphone.
To protect your hearing and the
Do not allow children
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BATTERY SAFETY AND DISPOSAL
CAUTION!
This product is supplied with disposable Alkaline batteries. Do not attempt to rechar
disposable batteries, which may explode, release dangerous chemicals, cause burns or
other serious harm to the user or product.
PACEMAKER SAFETY:
CAUTION!
1.
Before using this product with a pacemaker or other medical device, consult your
physician or the manufacturer of your pacemaker or other medical device.
2.
If you have a pacemaker or other medical device, make sure that you are using this
product in accordance with safety guidelines established by your physician or the
pacemaker manufacturer
RECYCLING INSTRUCTIONS
BATTERY SAFETY AND DISPOSAL
or other unauthorized persons access to this product.
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Help Williams Sound protect the environment! Please take the time to dispose of
your equipment properly
Product Recycling for Customers in the European Union:
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Please take the equipment to a electronics recycling center; OR return the product to
the factory for proper disposal.
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Please do NOT dispose of used batteries in the household trash. Please take the
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batteries to a retail or community collection point for recycling.
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illiams Sound equipment in the household trash.
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