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- Page 2 Copyright Lightspeed Aviation, Inc., 2008. All rights reserved. Lightspeed Aviation is a trademark and Zulu and FRC are registered trademarks of Lightspeed Aviation, Inc. Bluetooth is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG. iPhone is a trademark of Apple, Inc.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Connecting a Bluetooth device for the first time ..................12 Connecting a previously paired Bluetooth device ...................13 Using Zulu’s Bluetooth features ..........................13 Additional information Setting DIP switches ..............................14 Frequently Asked Questions ...........................16 Specifications ...................................17 How to contact Lightspeed ............................19 Zulu User Guide... -
Page 4: Where To Find Key Information In This Guide
INTRODUCTION This guide describes how to set up and use your Zulu® ANR aviation headset for the best sound quality, Active Noise Reduction (ANR), safety, and comfort. Lightspeed offers the following Zulu headset models: Zulu—Battery-powered, for flexibility when switching between aircraft ZuluP—Panel-powered, for installation in aircraft... -
Page 5: What's In The Box
What’s in the box Your Zulu headset package includes (clockwise, from top left): • Carrying case • Two AA batteries (for • Cell phone cable with battery powered standard 2.5mm • This user guide headsets) connector • Zulu ANR headset with • Cord clip • Audio device/iPhone Zulu Controller cable with standard • Warranty card 3.5mm connector Zulu User Guide... -
Page 6: Setting Up Zulu Fitting Your Headset
Position the microphone 1/8 inch from your mouth. The Zulu headset adjusts to fit most adults. If you have a small head or are using the headset for a child, contact Lightspeed for different headpads. Zulu User Guide... -
Page 7: Changing Batteries And Monitoring Battery Life
When batteries run low, the power LED flashes red. If the power LED flashes red when you first turn on the headset, Lightspeed recommends that you install fresh batteries before take-off. If batteries run low during flight, it’s best to keep Zulu powered on continuously until you can change the batteries safely. -
Page 8: Using Your Zulu Headset
USING YOUR ZULU HEADSET The Zulu Controller Power indicator LED: Flashes green when power is supplied to Zulu and batteries are strong. Flashes red when batteries are low. Power button: Powers on headset, turning on Active Noise Reduction (ANR). Press button once to turn Zulu on; press and hold to turn Zulu off. -
Page 9: Turning Zulu On And Off
Turning Zulu on and off When you turn on Zulu, you turn on Active Noise Reduction (ANR) as well. To turn on Zulu, press the power button once. When power is supplied to Zulu, the power indicator LED flashes green. (For battery-powered headsets, the power LED flashes red when batteries are low; see “Changing and monitoring battery life, ”... -
Page 10: Matching Zulu's Stereo/Mono Setting To Your Audio Panel Signal
Matching Zulu’s Stereo/Mono setting to your audio panel signal For best results, Zulu’s Stereo/Mono DIP switch setting should match the signal from your audio panel. If you are using a stereo audio panel, Zulu should be set to Stereo for the best sound quality. -
Page 11: Using Auxiliary Devices
Some cell phones use proprietary connectors and require an adapter or special cable- call Lightspeed if you need help with your set up. To adjust the volume on a device connected to Zulu’s auxiliary input jack, use the controls on the device itself. -
Page 12: Using A Bluetooth Device
USING A BLUETOOTH DEVICE Note: Different manufacturers use different interfaces and names for the functions described here. See your Bluetooth device documentation for details as needed. Turning Bluetooth mode on and off To turn on Bluetooth mode: With Zulu turned on, press and hold Zulu’s Bluetooth button until you hear a long, high-pitched tone and then Bluetooth indicator LED flashes three quick blue pulses. -
Page 13: Connecting A Previously Paired Bluetooth Device
3. With Zulu in pairing mode, follow the menu prompts on your Bluetooth phone or device to direct it to look for Bluetooth devices. Note: Zulu’s pairing mode lasts two minutes. If this step takes you longer and the Bluetooth LED is not longer flashing alternating red and blue, start over from Step 1. 4. -
Page 14: Additional Information
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Setting DIP switches Zulu DIP switches are factory-set to match most audio panels. You may need to adjust the Stereo/Mono DIP switch to match your setup, but in most cases, you can leave the switches set to their factory defaults. See the table on the next page for recommendations on DIP switch settings. - Page 15 ON, test the headset in the cockpit before takeoff. Noise gating Leave set to OFF. If interested in using this feature, call Lightspeed for information. Test mode; for factory use only. Leave off Leave set to OFF. Zulu User Guide...
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Page 16: Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions Why do I hear radio communications in only one ear? You probably have Zulu’s Mono/Stereo DIP switch set to Stereo while your audio panel is transmitting a mono signal. A stereo configuration requires two channels, one for each ear. Audio panels that transmit mono signals send audio through only one channel, so you hear audio in only one ear. -
Page 17: Specifications
Specifications Zulu configurations available Model Power Source Cord Connector Zulu Two AA batteries Straight Dual general aviation connectors with .250-inch commercial stereo headphone plug and .206-inch MIL-SPEC microphone plug Zulu:P Audio Panel Straight LEMO Zulu:C Two AA batteries Coiled U-174 Zulu:CP Audio Panel Coiled LEMO... - Page 18 Microphone Transducer principle: Noise-canceling electret Frequency response: 200 Hz-6000 Hz Maximum SPL: 114 dB Terminating impedance: 470 ohms Operating voltage: 8V-16V DC; approximately 5 mA-12mA Maximum SPL: Greater than 125 dB at 100 Hz Zulu User Guide...
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Page 19: How To Contact Lightspeed
How to contact Lightspeed Visit our website: www.lightspeedaviation.com Call us: 800-332-2421 Fax: 503-968-7664 Email: sales@lightspeedaviation.com, or service@lightspeedaviation.com Mail to: Lightspeed Aviation 6135 SW Jean Road Lake Oswego, OR 97035 Zulu User Guide... - Page 20 lightspeedaviation.com...
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