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Model PPA VP 37 Wide-Band FM Wireless Listening System Manual and User Guide Transmitter Model PPA T27 Receiver Model PPA R37 Optional Receiver Model PPA R38, PPA R37-8 MAN 159E...
Model PPA VP 37 Wide-Band FM Wireless Listening System Contents System Overview ..................3 Setting Up the PPA VP 37 ................4 Receiver Safety Information ..............6 Recycling Instructions ................7 Receiver Model PPA R37 Instructions ............8 Receiver Model PPA R37-8 (optional) Instructions ........10 Receiver Model PPA R38 (optional) Instructions ........13...
Sound. The PPA VP 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 VP 37 is for those who need help overcoming background noise, reverberation, or distance from the sound source.
Model PPA VP 37 Wide-Band FM Wireless Listening System Setting Up the PPA VP 37 Figure 2: PPA T27 Features and Controls FREQUENCY DISPLAY (LED) MIC INPUT AUDIO LEVEL FREQUENCY JACK, 3.5 MM CONTROL SELECTOR LOCK/UNLOCK AUDIO LEVEL CONTROL INDICATOR...
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2. Install the Antenna. Gently thread the ANT 021 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 pliers or wrench.
Model PPA VP 37 Wide-Band FM Wireless Listening System 6. Adjusting the Audio Source. 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.
Recycling Instructions Help Williams Sound protect the environment! Please take the time to dispose of your equipment properly. Product Recycling Please do NOT dispose of your Williams Sound equipment in the household trash.
Model PPA VP 37 Wide-Band FM Wireless Listening System Receiver Model PPA R37 Instructions PPA R37 is a 17-channel receiver operating on the 72-76 MHz bandwidth. Features: seek-button channel selection, channel-lock capability, battery- saving sleep mode, on/off volume control, power/low battery indicator, stereo/mono earphone jack.
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Model PPA VP 37 Wide-Band FM Wireless Listening System seek button, turn the power back on. When locked,the receiver will remain on the current channel, regardless of channel seek button presses. LED Flash Codes Light Code Indicates Description 1 blink...
Model PPA VP 37 Wide-Band FM Wireless Listening System Receiver Model PPA R37-8 (optional) Instructions The PPA R37-8 is an eight channel receiver, operating on 72-76 MHz bandwidth. It features a channel selection knob, on/off volume control, LED power and low battery indicator, and an earphone jack (See Figure 5).
Plug the earphone into the “Headphone” jack on the top of the unit. Only monophonic earphones will operate properly. If stereo headphones are used, sound will be heard only in one side. Williams Sound evaluates each earphone and headphone used with the PPA R37-8 receiver; we can only assure optimum performance when Williams Sound earphones and headphones are used.
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Model PPA VP 37 Wide-Band FM Wireless Listening System • The “ON”/LOW BATTERY INDICATOR (Figure 2) is used to indicate: power, low batteries or sleep mode. Refer to flash codes chart on the next page. • The stereo headphone jack accepts either stereo or mono headphones or earphones.
Model PPA VP 37 Wide-Band FM Wireless Listening System Receiver Model PPA R38 (optional) Instructions The PPA R38 is a 17-channel receiver, operating on 72-76 MHz bandwidth. It features an OLED high-resolution screen, stereo headphone jack, digital volume controls, 4-step battery level indication, channel or frequency...
Model PPA VP 37 Wide-Band FM Wireless Listening System Top of Receiver R38 TOP POWER BUTTON/ 3.5mm LOW BATTERY STEREO/MONO INDICATOR HEADPHONE JACK A428 4. Select the desired operating channel/frequency on the transmitter. Up to eight transmitters can operate simultaneously on different channels (see 8 channel mode in chart).
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Model PPA VP 37 Wide-Band FM Wireless Listening System 6. To access additional settings, push-and-hold the menu button. The receiver will display “Loading Advanced Setup”. After viewing or changing a setting, push the menu button again to access the next setting. If no buttons are...
Model PPA VP 37 Wide-Band FM Wireless Listening System Belt Clip Installation (all Receiver models) To Install: Position the belt clip on the rear of the PPA R37, PPA R37-8, or PPA R38 receiver as shown in Figure 6. Turn the belt clip 180º left or right as shown in Figure 6.
Model PPA VP 37 Wide-Band FM Wireless Listening System Using A Receiver With A Hearing Aid Williams Sound PPA R37, PPA R37-8 and PPA R38 receivers can be used with hearing aids using three different methods: Neckloop Telecoil Coupler Neckloops are cords which hang around the neck and couple magnetically with T-Coil equipped hearing aids.
Model PPA VP 37 Wide-Band FM Wireless Listening System Receiver Battery Information Single Use Batteries When the battery is low on the PPA R37 or PPA R37-8, the power LED on the top of the unit will blink. On the PPA R38, the battery symbol on the OLED screen will blink.
• If you are not using an input signal from a sound system, make sure the Williams Sound microphone is plugged into the “Mic” jack on the front of the T27 transmitter.
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Model PPA VP 37 Wide-Band FM Wireless Listening System Sound through receivers is loud, but distorted. Noise (room noise or elec- tronic noise) seems to grow after talking stops. Audio Indicator Light is continuously on. • Turn the screwdriver-adjust audio level control on the front of the T27 transmitter counter-clockwise to decrease the audio level.
Model PPA VP 37 Wide-Band FM Wireless Listening System Personal PA Value Pack System Specifications PERSONAL PA Transmitter Model T27 Dimensions & Weight: 4.1” W x 6.1” L x 1.3” H (104.1 mm x 154.9 mm x 33 mm) 7.8 oz. (221 g)
Model PPA VP 37 Wide-Band FM Wireless Listening System PPA Select™ Receiver (Model PPA R37) Dimensions: 4.1” H x 2.85 W x 1.38” D (104 mm x 72 mm x 35 mm) Weight: 4.6 oz (130 g) with batteries, 2.6 oz w/o batteries (73g)
Model PPA VP 37 Wide-Band FM Wireless Listening System Personal PA Receiver (Model PPA R37-8) Dimensions: 4.1” x 2.85” x 1.38” (104 x 72 x 35 mm) Weight: 4.6 oz (130 g) with batteries. 2.6 oz (73 g) without batteries...
Model PPA VP 37 Wide-Band FM Wireless Listening System Personal PA Receiver (Model PPA R38) Dimensions: 4.1” x 2.85” x 1.38” (104 x 72 x 35 mm) Weight: 4.6 oz (130 g) with batteries. 2.6 oz (73 g) without batteries Color: Black/Silver.
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Model PPA VP 37 Wide-Band FM Wireless Listening System Soft Audio Turn-On: Upon Power ON or Channel Change, mutes audio, then ramps up 1 numeric step per 1/10th second until set volume is reached FCC, Industry Canada, RoHS, WEEE Approvals: Warranty: Lifetime PLUS Limited Warranty, 90 Days on most accessories.
Microphones, earphones, headphones, batteries, chargers, cables, carry cases, and most other accessory products carry a 90-day warranty. Williams Sound has no control over the conditions under which this product is used. Williams Sound, therefore, disclaims all warranties not set forth above, both express...
Model PPA VP 37 Wide-Band FM Wireless Listening System Repair Services If you experience difficulty with your system, call Toll-Free for customer assistance: 1-800-843-3544 (U.S.A.) or 1-952-943-2252 (World) If it is necessary to return the system for service, your Customer Service Representative will give you a Return Authorization Number (RA) and shipping instruction.
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