Table of Contents Important Safety Information Introduction Product Diagram What’s Included Ideal TV Ears Placement Installation Step 1 - Place & Power the Transmitter Step 2 - Optical Digital Installation Step 2.1 - RCA Analog Installation Step 2.2 - 3.5mm Cord Analog Installation Step 2.3 - Coaxial Digital Installation Step 3 - Charge the Headset Using the System &...
Important Safety Information TV Ears, Inc. asks that you read all instructions completely and heed all warnings to insure proper handling and prevent any injuries. Failure to act in accordance with TV Ears, Inc.’s instructions can lead to physical harm or injury. For safety purposes, do not deface the prongs on the AC adapters.
Introduction Thank you for purchasing from TV Ears and welcome to the family! This User Manual is designed to give you the most information possible and answer all the questions you might have when installing and using your new product. In this manual, we will demonstrate the ideal set up as well as show you how to successfully install your product with illustrated step-by-step instructions.
What’s Included 5.0 Digital Transmitter 5.0 Wireless Headset Optical Digital Audio Cord RCA Analog Audio Cord 3.5mm Analog Audio Cord AC Power Adapter...
Ideal TV Ears Placement Every wireless TV Ears system utilizes infrared technology to send audio signals from the transmitter to the headset. Infrared technology requires a direct line-of-sight from the transmitter to the receiver (or headset) to successfully transmit audio signals. Therefore, when installing any wireless TV Ears system, you will have to be sure the transmitter has a direct line- of-sight with the headset when the headset is in use.
Step 1 - Place & Power the Transmitter This step explains where to place the transmitter for the best performance as well as how to power the transmitter. The infrared diodes on the transmitter must be in direct line-of- sight with the headset when using the system for best performance. There cannot be anything blocking the direct signal, otherwise there will be no audio received and no sound heard.
Step 2 - Optical Digital Installation This step will instruct you on how to connect the TV Ears transmitter to your television, satellite, or cable box using an optical digital audio cord. • If you cannot get to the back of your TV, you can also use these instructions to install the system to your cable or satellite box.
RCA Analog Installation Step 2.1 This step is an alternative to Step 2 on page 9. This step will explain how to connect the TV Ears transmitter to your television, satellite, or cable box using an RCA analog audio cord. •...
3.5mm Cord Analog Installation Step 2.2 This step is an alternative to Step 2 on page 9. This step will explain how to connect the TV Ears transmitter to your television, satellite, or cable box using a 3.5mm analog audio cord. •...
Coaxial Digital Installation Step 2.3 This step is an alternative to Step 2 on page 9. This step will explain how to connect the TV Ears transmitter to your television, satellite, or cable box using an coaxial digital audio cord (not included).
Step 3 - Charge the Headset This step will instruct you on how to appropriately charge the headset to make sure you’re getting the best use possible. • Although every TV Ears headset comes with enough of a battery charge to perfom an initial test the system upon installation, a full chArge of At leAst 14 hours before fIrst use is recommended to help prolong the lifespan of the battery.
Using the System & Features The Headset Putting the Headset On Using both hands, gently separate the arms at the top by the ear tips and place the earpieces into each ear. Removing the Headset Make sure the headset is completely turned off. Using both hands, gently separate the arms at the top by the ear tips removing the earpieces from your ears.
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Using the System & Features The Transmitter Charging Lights There are two charging lights on the transmitter. They are the two leftmost green lights on the front of the transmitter. When a headset is charging in the front cradle, the left of the two charging lights will illuminate.
Caring for your Product Do not use or submerge TV Ears products near water, moisture, or other liquids. clean with a dry cloth. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or any other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Troubleshooting Why do my TV Ears mute when I mute the TV? Fixed audio out will allow the television volume and TV Ears volume to work independently from one another. Some televisions have to be manually switched from the “Variable” audio setting to the “Fixed”...
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Troubleshooting Will the lights change colors once the headset is fully charged? No, the charging light will remain a constant color as long as a headset is placed in the charging cradle. We recommend keeping the headset in the charging cradle when not in use. The headset cannot be overcharged, so leaving it in the charging cradle when you are not using it will not damage the headset.
Warranty Information 5 Year Limited Warranty This 5 year limited warranty will cover defects in manufacturing and product failure for a period of five years after the original purchase date. If your product fails or breaks for any reason within 180 days of the original purchase it will be replaced with a new product of the same model at no charge.
Manufacturer Declarations TV Ears Declaration All content, marks, and brand logos are property of TV Ears, Inc. TV Ears, Inc. reserves the right to change product content and product specifications without notice. CE Declaration of Conformity TV Ears is in compliance with the essential safety requirements and other relevant provisions of Standard IEC 60065:2001 + Ammd 1:2005 / EN 60065:2002 and Directive 2004/108/EC;...
Technical Specifications Headset Specifications operating time - Up to 6 hours on a full charge Power supply - NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) rechargeable Max sPl - 125 dB Weight - 2 oz (57g) height - 8 in (20.32 cm) Transmitter Specifications Audio Microphone connection - Optical Digital/Coaxial Digital/RCA Analog/Mini Headphone Analog Dimensions (h x W x D) - 1.4”...
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Item Number - 11841 | MSRP $299.95 This is our advanced television listening system with analog and digital connectivity. Includes two 5.0 Headsets, one Dual Digital Transmitter, and accessories. TV Ears 5.0 Dual Digital with Speaker Item Number - 11941 | MSRP $399.95 This is our advanced wireless speaker system with analog and digital connectivity.
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