Ampetronic DLS Installation Manual

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Installation Manual
Domestic Loop System (DLS)
Induction loop system for use with Tunstall
Lifeline
Connect+
and Communicall Connect
Speech Module
This manual is a detailed guide for the installation and
adjustment of the Ampetronic DLS when used with the Tunstall
Lifeline Connect+ or Communicall Connect Speech Module
Systems
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .............................. 2
WARRANTY......................................................................... 2
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ..................................... 3
1 THE AMPETRONIC DLS AMPLIFIER ............................ 4
2. DLS COMPONENTS ...................................................... 5
3. BEFORE INSTALLING ................................................... 6
4. INSTALLING THE AMPLIFIER....................................... 6
5. FITTING THE UNIVERSAL ADAPTER........................... 7
6. INSTALLING THE LOOP................................................ 7
7. CONNECTING SOUND SOURCES................................ 9
8. SETTING UP FOR FIRST USE..................................... 10
9. TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................. 12
10. SYSTEM SPECIFICATION ........................................... 13
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Connect+ and Communicall Connect Speech Module This manual is a detailed guide for the installation and adjustment of the Ampetronic DLS when used with the Tunstall Lifeline Connect+ or Communicall Connect Speech Module Systems IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......2 WARRANTY................. 2 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ........
  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    Do not place objects filled with water such as a vase near or on the equipment. Do not install the DLS amplifier near to sources of heat such as radiators, stoves or other equipment producing heat. Do not place the DLS amplifier in a fully enclosed space; ensure that the amplifier has ventilation when in use.
  • Page 3: Declaration Of Conformity

    DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY DLS Amplifier Manufacturer: Ampetronic Ltd. Northern Road, Newark, NG24 2ET. United Kingdom. Declares that: Domestic Loop Amplifier. Type name: DLS. Conforms to the following directives and norms: Directive 2004 / 108 / EC EMC directive. - EN61000-6-1:2007 Immunity.
  • Page 4: The Ampetronic Dls Amplifier

    Monitors the signal that is actually broadcast into the loop. Useful for setting up the loop and fault finding. POWER SWITCH To turn power on and off. The Ampetronic DLS can be left on at all times, or turned off when not used as preferred. POWER INDICATOR Green light, on when the unit has power and is turned on.
  • Page 5: Dls Components

    2. DLS COMPONENTS The DLS kit contents: • DLS amplifier and instructions (1) • 33m loop cable and cable clips (2) • 1 x Clip microphone and cable (3) • 1 x Mini-jack to phono cable (4) • 1 x phono cables (5) •...
  • Page 6: Before Installing

    -32dB the customer should be consulted. Where to position the DLS amplifier? Other loop systems The DLS amplifier should be placed in an accessible location and within a suitable The DLS loop system will create a distance (see cable lengths above) from: strong signal within the area of the loop.
  • Page 7: Fitting The Universal Adapter

    6. INSTALLING THE LOOP Wall / panel mounting Included in the DLS amplifier box is a Room loop installation template for marking out the two screw Provides optimum coverage for listening holes. when moving, standing up or in different Decide on the location for the DLS locations within the room.
  • Page 8 (seat or backrest). Connect the free end of the cable to the red terminal of the DLS amplifier in the Run the connecting cables to the DLS same way. amplifier.
  • Page 9: Connecting Sound Sources

    • Connect the RJ45 and the two loose wires of Cable A to the Lifeline SOURCES Connect+ as shown below: The Ampetronic DLS can accept up to Note. These wires are not polarity 3 additional inputs simultaneously with conscious. the Lifeline Connect+ or Speech Module.
  • Page 10: Setting Up For First Use

    Now adjust the until the light comes on. (The volume control on the DLS until the green compression circuit of the DLS is now and amber LED’s on the ILR3+ flicker active).
  • Page 11 ADJUSTMENTS TO THIS CONTROL. • LIFELINE CONNECT+ Disconnect the player and connect the Ensure Input 3 level adjuster on DLS is in required source(s), TV, HiFi etc., to the maximum position and ensure the inputs 1 and 2.
  • Page 12: Troubleshooting

    9. TROUBLESHOOTING 2. Interference / hum / background noise in the loop The Ampetronic DLS should not require any maintenance or support. • Check the hearing aids / receivers In the event that you have problems, are set correctly. please consult the list of possible •...
  • Page 13: System Specification

    10. SYSTEM SPECIFICATION Tone control: DLS Specification A modified tone control allowing a flat response or bass boost / Inputs: HF cut or HF boost / bass cut, with additional HF boost to allow compensation for distortion due to metal structures in surrounding 1 &...
  • Page 14 Universal Adapter Specification Direct throughput: Input impedance: >10k @ 1kHz. Output impedance: 5 k . Gain = -6 dB. Overload: 5V RMS @ 1 kHz. Frequency response: 100Hz to 20kHz, -3dB. Buffer amplifier enabled: Input impedance: > 1 M + 120pF. Output impedance: 1k .
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  • Page 16 Manufactured by Ampetronic Ltd. Ampetronic Northern Road Newark NG24 2ET United Kingdom +44 (0) 1636 610062 telephone +44 (0) 1636 610063 fax www.ampetronic.com Supplied by: Tunstall Group Ltd Whitley Lodge, Whitley Bridge Yorkshire DN14 0HR www.tunstallhealth.com Tel: 01977 661234 Fax: 01977 662450 Email: enquiries@tunstall.co.uk...

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