FrontRow 930T User Manual

Body-worn transmitter, pendant transmitter, handheld transmitter active learning system

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USER GUIDE
930T body-worn transmitter
930TM pendant transmitter
930HT handheld transmitter

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  • Page 1 USER GUIDE 930T body-worn transmitter 930TM pendant transmitter 930HT handheld transmitter...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    930TM transmitter features ..7-8 regulatory compliance ... . .30-31 930T transmitter features ..9-10 930HT handheld transmitter features ..11 installing body-worn and pendant transmitter batteries .
  • Page 3: Introduction

    You may have heard the term sound field used to describe technology to improve class- room acoustics. Your FrontRow system fits under that category, but we call it an active learning system because it's about so much more than just sound. Active learning systems...
  • Page 4: Understanding Active Learning And Its Benefits

    understanding active learning and its benefits with active learning without active learning • reduced comprehension • improved comprehension • reduced attention • improved attention • teacher fatigue • greater teacher energy...
  • Page 5: Installation Tips

    Phonic Ear active learning systems (contact your representative for referrals to installers in your area). If you choose to install your FrontRow Pro system yourself, take great care to follow the instructions in the separate FrontRow Pro Installer Guide before using. Achieving the best performance from your system is only possible by properly selecting and positioning all speakers and sensors.
  • Page 6: Basic System Guidelines

    basic system guidelines To help ensure that you get the most from this system, follow these basic guidelines: Fresh batteries To ensure that your batteries are as fresh as possible upon arrival, we have intentionally not installed them in your equipment. Install your batteries in your equipment now, then charge overnight before initial use (see pages 12-15 for charging procedure).
  • Page 7: Basic System Guidelines

    Speak at a normal level when using your microphone; the system is projecting your voice for you. Don’t block your FrontRow Pro sensors. Your FrontRow Pro transmitter uses light to communicate with the receiver. Your installer placed the receiver and possibly external sensors to ensure that you can move about the classroom freely without interruption of the signal.
  • Page 8: Typical System Components

    930T body-worn transmitter 930TM pendant transmitter 930HT handheld transmitter 930T AA NiMH rechargeable batteries (2), standard (AT0807) 930TM AA NiMH rechargeable battery (1), auto-sensing (374-30-400-00) 930HT AA NiMH rechargeable batteries (2), auto-sensing (374-30-400-00) elastic belt for 930T (AT0712) aux-in adaptor cord, 3.5mm to 3.5mm...
  • Page 9: 930Tm Transmitter Features

    930TM transmitter features front back bottom...
  • Page 10 lanyard neck strap dual microphone ports emitter diodes auxiliary input Do not block (Optional) connect a secondary sound source (computer, VCR, etc.) 4-way indicator light on = Green light external mic jack (Optional) connect a boom microphone mute = Blinking green light low batt = Blinking red light.
  • Page 11: 930T Transmitter Features

    930T transmitter features front back...
  • Page 12 on/off switch mute button Push down to mute 3-way indicator light DIN connector jack on = Dim red light Connects to emitter/microphone low batt = Blinking red light. When light starts blinking there is approxi- belt clip mately 1 hour of battery life left. batt charging = Bright red light channel selector Select channel A or channel B.
  • Page 13: 930Ht Handheld Transmitter Features

    930HT handheld transmitter features on/off switch 2-way indicator light on = Green light low batt = Red light. When red light is on there is approximately 1 hour of battery life left. internal channel selector Select channel A or channel B. (Remove bat- tery compartment tube for access;...
  • Page 14: Installing Body-Worn And Pendant Transmitter Batteries

    Insert battery(ies) into compartment Follow polarity indicators Replace battery door 930TM CAUTION!: DO NOT recharge AA alkaline batteries. The 930TM and 930HT transmitters use auto-sensing batteries to prevent accidental recharging of alkaline cells. NEVER recharge alkaline batteries in 930T or 900T body-worn transmitters.
  • Page 15: Installing Handheld Transmitter Batteries

    Twist handle clockwise to replace rechargeable batteries or AA alkaline batteries CAUTION!: DO NOT recharge AA alkaline batteries. The 930HT handheld transmitter uses auto-sensing batteries to prevent accidental recharging of alkaline cells. NEVER recharge alkaline batteries in 930T or 900T body-worn transmitters.
  • Page 16: 930T/930Tm Transmitter Charging

    930TM (bottom) Plug 300-6497-105 cord into 900T, 930T, or 930TM transmitter(s) Hang 930T or 900T transmitter on edge of wall mount. Lay 930TM on top of receiver. CAUTION!: DO NOT recharge AA alkaline batteries. The 930TM pendant transmitter uses auto-sensing...
  • Page 17: 930Ht Handheld Transmitter Charging

    Turn mic off Place handheld transmitter into 930HTC charger CAUTION!: DO NOT recharge AA alkaline batteries. The 930HT handheld transmitter uses auto-sensing AT0792 batteries to prevent accidental recharging of alkaline cells. NEVER recharge alkaline batteries in 930T or 930HTC 900T body-worn transmitters.
  • Page 18: Using 930Tm Pendant Transmitter

    using 930TM pendant transmitter Place transmitter around neck and connect clasp Adjust strap to position transmitter as close to mouth as possible, approxi- mately 13cm/5in. (Maximizes feedback resistance and sound quality). OPTIONAL: If desired, plug in external boom microphone to further improve feedback resistance 13cm/5in...
  • Page 19: Using 930Tm Pendant Transmitter

    using 930TM pendant transmitter (cont’d) Turn transmitter power on Set channel A or B Use mute switch as needed for private conversations 930TM (bottom) NOTE: DO NOT match any other transmitter channel used in the same room.
  • Page 20: Using 930T Body-Worn Transmitter

    930T body-worn transmitter Clip transmitter to belt using AT0489 wire clip (optional AT0712 waist belt available) Put microphone around neck and 15cm/ adjust distance to mouth (position 6in max. mic as close to mouth as possible to maximize feedback resistance and...
  • Page 21: Using 930T Body-Worn Transmitter

    930T body-worn transmitter (cont’d) Turn transmitter power on Set channel A or B Use mute switch as needed for private conversations NOTE: DO NOT match any other transmitter 930T (back) channel used in the same room.
  • Page 22: Using 930Ht Handheld Transmitter

    using 930HT handheld transmitter To set or change channel, remove battery compartment cover to access channel control switch Insert small screwdriver into access hole as shown to change channel switch NOTE: DO NOT match any other transmitter channel used in the same room.
  • Page 23: Using 930Ht Handheld Transmitter

    using 930HT handheld transmitter (cont’d) Turn transmitter power on Hold microphone approximately 2-3 inches from mouth and talk into the top of microphone grille NOTE: Do not block emitter diodes with hand...
  • Page 24: Team-Teaching And Student Pass Mic Combinations

    Your FrontRow Pro system use any transmitter style combination... encourages student partici- pation with a convenient pass mic. If you offer team- teaching in your classroom, FrontRow Pro is also ready to accommodate you with a second teacher mic. teacher student teacher...
  • Page 25: Mic Combinations

    team-teaching and student pass mic combinations (cont’d) NOTE: Channel settings for transmitters must be different (i.e. Teacher A and Teacher B cannot both be using channel A) channel teacher A student or teacher B...
  • Page 26: Accessory Options

    930T used with 930TM AT0795-L AT0655 AT0814 emitter/microphone boom microphone earhook microphone lapel transmitter accessories 930HTC AT0792 040-7150-105 890-88-051-00 handheld transmitter 930HTC power supply wall charger wall charger charging stand (US/CAN) (UK, AU, NZ, EU) 930TM, 930T, 900T...
  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    troubleshooting no signal reception (volume control feedback (squealing) light on receiver is red) • Make sure that speakers are mounted as close as possible to the ceiling and to the listening area. • Check that the transmitter is on Avoid mounting speakers in the teacher’s primary •...
  • Page 28 troubleshooting (cont’d) receiver won’t turn on (power light • If team-teaching, verify that transmitters are not on the same channel doesn’t turn on) • Recharge or replace the transmitter’s batteries • Verify that the power supply is plugged into both the receiver and a working wall outlet •...
  • Page 29: Product Specifications

    930TM transmitter: 930T Transmitting frequency: 2.3MHz & 2.8MHz (switchable) Transmitting frequency: 2.3MHz & 2.8MHz (switchable) Modulation: FM wide-band Modulation: FM wide-band Operating range: 18.5m/60ft line-of-sight (typical) Operating range: 18.5m/60ft line-of-sight (typical) Transmission angles: 160˚ horizontally; 40˚ vertically (1/2 Transmission angles: 140˚...
  • Page 30 product specifications (cont’d) transmitter: 930HT Transmitting frequency: 2.3MHz & 2.8MHz (switchable) Modulation: FM wide-band Operating range: 12m/40ft line-of-sight Transmission angle: 360˚ radial Audio distortion: <1.0% (±15kHz deviation @1kHz) Microphone type: uni-directional dynamic User controls: on/off/channel Battery life: 8 hours fully charged (dual AA, 2500mAHrechargeable NiMH) Size: 255 x 58 mm/10.04 x 2.28 in Weight: 258g/9.1oz with battery...
  • Page 31: Caring For Your System

    caring for your system • Always dispose of old batteries in approved bat- cleaning tery recycling bins. It may be illegal to dispose in Clean as needed, using a soft, damp cloth. the trash. If you are not sure of proper disposal method, please consult your local authority.
  • Page 32: Regulatory Compliance

    15, subpart B to radio communications. However, there is no FrontRow Pro Transmiitter 930T, 930TM, 930HT guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television...
  • Page 33: Regulatory Compliance

    (cont’d) FCC notes This product conforms with the essential requirements of European Union Directive The FrontRow Pro active learning system is approved by the FCC (Federal Communications 1999/5/CE R&TTE Directive Commission). The use of the system may be...
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