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NoizeBarrier ™ Circumaural Headset Technical Manual and Instructions for Use...
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An external Push-To-Talk (PTT) cable is required to control communications functions. Some models of the OTTO NoizeBarrier TAC headset may also be used with the OTTO Multi-Port Hub PTT that provides modular control of up to three communications platforms.
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Talk-through operating time using headset battery power only: Up to 72 hours • with no degradation of performance over that time Talk-through powered by two AAA batteries. When used with the OTTO Multi- • Port Hub PTT, talk-through is powered by the radio battery if AAA batteries are depleted or not installed in headset •...
10 for cable installation instructions. Install the Batteries to Power the Talk-Through Functionality (Figure 3) The OTTO NoizeBarrier TAC headset uses battery or radio power to operate the situational awareness/talk-through functions. Batteries are not required for radio communication.
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Wearing the Headset (Figure 6) (Note: If mounting the headset to the helmet with the optional Rail Mounting Kit, please see instructions beginning on page 8.) Identify the left and right ear cups. The Power/Volume buttons are on the left ear cup. Place the headset over the head.
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(SA). At the same time, sound suppression circuitry reduces dangerously loud noises over 85dB to safe levels. The OTTO NoizeBarrier TAC is unique in that it does not shut down situational awareness when loud noises, including impulse noises such as gunfire, are blocked.
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(Parts: C102359BK, C102359FD, C102359OD; C102365BK, C102365FD, C102365OD) The OTTO NoizeBarrier TAC headset can easily convert from over-the-head use with a headband to mount on helmet rails with the use of the optional helmet mounting kit. The helmet mount kit also includes a compartment for a spare battery on each earcup.
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Position the rail mount over the ear cup and snap the rail mount frames onto the pivot points on the earcups (Figure 11). NOTE: The spare battery compartment on the rail mount frames should be positioned at the top of the frame. Attach the other rail mount to the Figure 11 other earcup.
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Replace the batteries following the Battery Installation Instructions on page 5. Be sure the headset is powered off before replacing the batteries. NOTE: If the OTTO Multi-Port Hub PTT is used with the OTTO NoizeBarrier TAC headset situational awareness (talk-through) will be powered by the radio if the headset batteries are depleted or not installed.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Suggested Action Headset will not power on Depleted batteries Replace batteries talk-through/situational Batteries improperly Check polarity of awareness installed batteries Situational Press + button to awareness volume increase volume turned all the way down Cannot hear or transmit Poor connection Check all over radio...
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