Williams Sound POCKETALKER Ultra, PKT D1 Manual

Overview

The POCKETALKER ULTRA is a versatile, high quality assistive listening device designed to improve communications in difficult listening situations. The POCKETALKER ULTRA delivers clear, distinct sound, while its large, manageable controls provide for easy operation.
Use the POCKETALKER ULTRA to improve listening on a one-to-one basis, in small group situations, while listening to your favorite TV or radio programs, or while riding in the car.
The POCKETALKER ULTRA is not sold, advertised, or intended for use as a personal hearing aid. Williams Sound recommends that any individual experiencing hearing loss be examined by a physician to determine the cause before using amplification.

Getting Started

Battery Installation

1. Open the battery compartment door: Using your thumb, apply firm pressure on the ridges of the door and slide it down and away from the POCKETALKER ULTRA.
   
2. Press 2 AAA disposable batteries into place over the black ribbon, being careful to observe correct placement of (+) and (–) terminals.
   NOTE: If you're using rechargeable AAA batteries (optional), they MUST be charged before use!
3. Close the battery compartment door: align the door on the back of the unit and slide it upwards until it snaps into place.
4. Plug the microphone into the "MIC" jack and the earphone or headphone into the "EARPHONE" jack. Your POCKETALKER ULTRA system can be used with the optional Mini Earphone (EAR 013), Dual Mini Earbud (EAR 014), Wide Range Earphone (EAR 008), Lightweight Headphone (HED 021), Rear-wear Headphone (HED 026), or Neckloop (NKL 001).
   
5. Put on the earphone or headphone.
   
6. Turn on the POCKETALKER ULTRA by turning the Volume Control counterclockwise. The red "on" indicator light on the top of the unit should be lit.
7. Adjust the volume up or down according to your preferences.
   
8. Adjust the tone according to your preferences. Turning the tone control fully clockwise boosts the high frequency gain by 11 dB at 5 kHz. Turning the tone control fully counterclockwise boosts the low frequency response.
   NOTE: The Power On/Off light on top of unit will flash RED when battery is low.
   

Listening In Conversations

The POCKETALKER ULTRA picks up sounds and boosts them according to the volume you've set. For best results, place or hold the POCKETALKER ULTRA's microphone as close as possible to the person who is speaking.

Seated

Many users set the POCKETALKER ULTRA on a table if they're in a restaurant or small group situation. Laying the POCKETALKER ULTRA flat on the table surface provides superior pickup to standing the POCKETALKER ULTRA upright.

Standing Or Walking

Many users use the POCKETALKER ULTRA Belt Clip and attach it to their belt, pocket, or skirt.

In The Car

For conversations in the car, you can use the optional microphone extension cord (WCA 007) and optional Lapel Clip (CLP 014) to attach the mic to the shirt or blouse of your fellow rider.

TV Listening

The optional TV Listening Kit includes a 12 foot cord (WCA 007) to extend the POCKETALKER ULTRA microphone. To use the POCKETALKER ULTRA for TV listening:

1. Unplug the microphone from the top of the unit and plug it into the extension cord. Arrange the cord to reach the loudspeaker of the TV and plug the other end into the POCKETALKER ULTRA.
   
2. Attach one of the self-adhesive plastic clips to the TV, near the loudspeaker, as shown in the illustration.
   
3. Press the microphone into the plastic clip.
4. Turn on the TV and the POCKETALKER ULTRA. Adjust the volume on both as needed.

Using A Neckloop

Williams Sound's optional neckloop telecoil couplers magnetically couple the audio output from the POCKETALKER ULTRA into a hearing aid equipped with a telephone coil.
NOTE: The Neckloop (NKL 001) works only with hearing aids equipped with a telephone coil (T–Switch).

How To Use The Neckloop

1. Place the neckloop over your head and around your neck.
2. Slide the bead upwards to a comfortable position. This helps keep the neckloop in optimal position for coupling with your hearing aid.
   
3. Plug the neckloop into the earphone jack on the POCKETALKER ULTRA.
4. Turn the POCKETALKER ULTRA on and set the volume control to "5", or about half of full volume.
5. Turn the switch on your hearing aid to the "T" position and adjust the volume for comfortable listening.
6. If the sound is weak, increase the volume on the POCKETALKER ULTRA, then on your hearing aid.

Using the Lanyard

The lanyard provides a convenient way of transporting the POCKETALKER ULTRA from place to place; it protects your investment from accidental dropping, and provides quick and easy access for operation whenever it is needed. Wear the lanyard around your neck, wrist, or secure it on a belt.

Installing the Lanyard

(RCS 003)

Examples of Lanyard Use

Hints & Tips

The POCKETALKER ULTRA has been designed to be as easy to use as possible. However, if you have trouble, check the following:

1. Make sure the microphone is plugged into the "MIC" jack and the earphone or headphone is plugged into the "EARPHONE" jack.
2. Make sure the batteries are not depleted and have been inserted correctly into the battery compartment.
3. If rechargeable, make sure the batteries are sufficiently charged.
4. If you experience a howling or squealing sound, this is called feedback. Depending on the earphone or headphone used, you can sometimes get feedback when the volume control is turned higher than 3 or 3 1⁄2.
   To eliminate feedback, turn down the volume control or move the microphone further away from the earphone or headphone.
   Also, try turning the Tone Control down (or counterclockwise) to reduce the high frequency.
5. The POCKETALKER ULTRA earphone jack is a mono jack, designed for mono earphones and headphones. If you use stereo earphones or headphones with the POCKETALKER ULTRA, only one side of the headphones will work.
6. If the steps above don't solve the problem, contact your Williams Sound Dealer for further instructions.

Specifications

Note:
The POCKETALKERULTRA is not sold, advertised, or intended for use as a personal hearing aid. Williams Sound recommends that any individual experiencing hearing loss be examined by a physician/audiologist to determine the cause before using amplification.

Acoustic Specifications

Safety Information

HEARING SAFETY:

This product is designed to amplify sounds to a high volume level which could potentially cause hearing damage if used improperly. To protect your hearing and the hearing of others:

1. Make sure the volume is turned down before putting on the earphone or headphone before adjusting the volume to a comfortable level.
2. Set the volume level at the minimum setting that you need to hear.
3. If you experience feedback (a squealing or howling sound), reduce the volume setting and move the microphone away from the earphone or headphone.
4. Do not allow children or other unauthorized persons to have access to this product.

PACEMAKER SAFETY:

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.

Limited Warranty

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 (Outside the U.S.A.)

If it is necessary to return the system for service, your Customer Service Representative will give you a Return Authorization Number (RA) and shipping instructions.
Pack the system carefully and send it to:
Williams Sound
Attn: Repair Dept.
10300 Valley View Rd.
Eden Prairie, MN 55344 U.S.A.

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