Summary of Contents for Radium Radium 216MHz
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Page 1: User Guide
216MHz user guide 920SR speaker 921T body-worn transmitter 922T handheld transmitter 923C charging stand... -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
contents 922T handheld transmitter introduction ..... . .1 operation ......34-39 understanding sound field . -
Page 3: Introduction
introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your new Radium sound field system! With proper care and use it will become one of your most valuable classroom educational tools. Students will be able to consistently and easily understand the teacher, regardless of their location in the classroom, or competing internal or external background noise. -
Page 4: Understanding Sound Field
understanding sound field and its benefits without sound field • distance • noise • echo • vocal fatigue with sound field • distance • noise • echo • vocal fatigue... -
Page 5: Installation Tips
installation tips Before you set your system up, take a good look around your room. Where are the outlets located? Where are the computers and other electronic equipment? Where can you put your speaker so it's easy for you to reach, but out of the way of students and main traffic areas? Though each classroom is different, there are some general guidelines for speaker placement: The speaker should be at the front of the... -
Page 6: Basic System Guidelines
basic system guidelines To help ensure that you get the most from this system, we have put together a list of sug- gested guidelines. Charge transmitter batteries every night. Our rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride batteries last approximately 12 hours between charges, but should be recharged every night so they are ready to go in the morning. -
Page 7: Accessories Included With System
accessories included with system... - Page 8 speaker table stand column speaker receiver (AT0823) (920SR) wall mounting bracket (set of 2) body-worn transmitter (AT0820) (921T) elastic belt handheld transmitter (AT0712) (922T) AA rechargeable NiMH batteries charging stand (AT0807) (923C) 10 channel changer screwdriver power supply, receiver (330-3000-101) (040-7402-106) 11 auxiliary input/output cable power supply, charging stand...
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Page 9: 920Sr Column Speaker Features
920SR column speaker features (top) - Page 10 power, low battery, and aux output level switch reception status indicator See page 42 for level setting chart for channel A antenna power switch and volume control for channel A wall mount hole reception status indicator for 10 extra antenna hole (not used) channel B 11 aux input jack (3.5mm, mono) power switch and volume...
- Page 11 920SR column speaker features (front and back)
- Page 12 13 speaker grille 19 power jack 14 two built-in speakers 20 channel selectors 15 internal rechargeable battery (non-user removable) 16 handle 17 main power on/off switch 18 power and charging indicator...
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Page 13: Body-Worn Transmitter Features
921T body-worn transmitter features front back... -
Page 14: T Body-Worn Transmitter Features
921T body-worn transmitter features (cont’d) belt clip battery compartment volume control channel selector microphone input (2.5mm) 3 position power switch standby (mute) power and low battery indicator light... -
Page 15: Handheld Transmitter Features
922T handheld microphone features LED indicator light 3 position power switch standby (mute) channel selector battery compartment channel selector key (inside battery compartment) -
Page 16: 923C Charging Stand Features
923C charging stand features front 1 power indicator 2 pocket 1 charging indicator 3 pocket 1 full charge indicator 4 pocket 2 charging indicator 5 pocket 2 full charge indicator back 6 power switch 7 DC power socket... -
Page 17: And Operation
basic system setup and operation attach antenna Attach antenna to top of speaker Turn metal base of antenna clock- wise until secured tightly (do not over-tighten) - Page 18 turn on main power if using wall outlet Plug power supply into power/charging socket Plug power supply into wall socket Turn speaker on if using already charged battery Turn speaker on NOTE: Light is not illuminated during normal battery operation NOTE: Battery operating time is 5-8 hours.
- Page 19 charge battery charge nightly after every use Plug power supply into power/charging socket Plug power supply into wall socket Recharging time is 8 hours if the battery is completely discharged and 4 to 7 hours if battery is only partially discharged. Continuous operation with power supply will reduce life of battery significantly.
- Page 20 inserting batteries in body-worn transmitter Switch power off Remove battery cover (push and slide off) Insert two AA rechargeable NiMH batteries WARNING: Never recharge alkaline batteries! Will cause damage to the unit and may void warranty.
- Page 21 inserting batteries in handheld microphone Switch power off AA Rechargeable Remove battery cover NiMH batteries (turn counter-clockwise) Insert two AA rechargeable NiMH batteries WARNING: Never recharge alkaline batteries! Will cause damage to the unit and may void warranty.
- Page 22 charge transmitter(s) Never recharge alkaline batteries! May cause damage to the unit. Plug power supply into power jack charger back on back of charger stand Plug power supply into wall socket Turn charger on charger front Turn transmitters off while charging...
- Page 23 wait until full charge indicators light (4-5 hours) PWR: Red light = charger is turned on CHARGING: Amber light = units are being charged READY: Green light = units are fully charged...
- Page 24 select channel Use a screwdriver to adjust the Channel A selector on the back of the speaker to match the channel 921T number of either the 921T and/or the 922T transmitter(s). 922T...
- Page 25 activate receivers Turn receiver on by turning Channel A and/or Channel B volume control knob(s) to the right Check power indicator light (remember tht main power must also be on – see Flash red once = adequate power Continuous red = low battery No light = battery does not have power and requires recharging or power supply is not connected properly...
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Page 26: And Mounting
920SR speaker placement and mounting speaker positioning Place speaker in a corner of the room facing listeners. Mount speaker on wall using brack- ets or place speaker on a surface using a speaker stand. The bottom of the speaker should be about 1 meter/3 feet from the floor. 1m/3ft... - Page 27 wall mounting (option 1) Attach brackets to wall AT0820 Screw mounting brackets to top and bottom of speaker...
- Page 28 mounting on floor stand (option 2) Screw speaker stand into hole on bottom of speaker. • Turn clockwise to tighten • Turn counter-clockwise to loosen AT0823 AT0824 floor stand is also available...
- Page 29 seal wall mounting hole if using table stand Place plastic plug into mounting bracket hole on top of speaker to keep out dust...
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Page 30: Operation
921T body-worn transmitter operation plug microphone in Plug microphone cord into Boom mic cord jack on top of body-worn transmitter... - Page 31 put on microphone and adjust for proper distance from mouth Maximum distance from mic to mouth is 6 in/(15cm); 3 in/(7.5cm) is ideal. optimum optional AT0814 earhook mic AT0655 boom mic (two wearing options) 15cm/ 7.5cm/3in 6in max. AT0291-L directional lapel mic AT0816 collar mic...
- Page 32 turn power on Switch power on Check indicator light: Continuous green = adequate power Continuous red = low battery battery life NiMH rechargeable AA = 20 hours, typical Alkaline disposable AA = 23 hours, typical WARNING: Never recharge alkaline batteries! Will cause damage to the unit and may void warranty.
- Page 33 adjust transmitter(s) frequency Use a screwdriver to turn frequency selector to channel number that match- es the channel set on column speaker If using both body-worn and hand- held transmitters set one transmitter channel to match a Channel A 921T the speaker column, and the other transmitter channel to match Channel B...
- Page 34 adjust body-worn transmitter volume Increase transmitter volume for greater mic sensitivity and sound clarity Reduce transmitter volume if feed- back occurs...
- Page 35 activate standby/mute mode Activate mode to standby eliminate white noise when not speaking NOTE: Standby mode can also be used as a microphone/transmitter mute switch. The mute feature allows teachers to have a private conversation without needing to turn the transmitter...
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Page 36: Operation
922T handheld transmitter operation turn power on Turn power on by pushing power switch up... - Page 37 check indicator light Check indicator light: Continuous green = adequate power Continuous red = low battery battery life NiMH rechargeable AA = 23 hours, typical Alkaline disposable AA = 27 hours, typical WARNING: Never recharge alkaline batteries! Will cause damage to the unit and may void warranty.
- Page 38 remove channel adjustment key Open battery compartment door and remove batteries Remove channel adjustment key...
- Page 39 adjust transmitter channel to match receiver channel Using adjustment key, turn channel frequency selector to channel number that matches the channel set on column speaker NOTE: Never operate two transmitters on the same channel or interference will result. To use two transmitters, set the first to match receiver Channel A and the second...
- Page 40 standby mode Activate standby mode to mute voice and eliminate white noise when not speaking...
- Page 41 transmitters that can be used with 920SR receiver/speaker = most compatible = least compatible compatible performance accessory transmitter comments (no adaptor rating needed cord required) 921T none Radium 922T none Radium 330T none EasyListener 2 300TS-216 none best when used with AT0655 boom mic Sprite Lexis transmitter a) Lexis requires the use of the AT0655R boom mic...
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Page 42: Connecting To Auxiliary Devices
connecting to auxiliary devices connecting speaker to VCR Using either the AT0532-05 or 300-6332-107 adaptor cords, connect VCR, TV, CD, computer or other audio source to AUX IN port on top of speaker AT0532-05 300-6332-107... - Page 43 connecting to S or other transmitter OLARIS ISTENER PRITE (for rebroadcast of audio to students with hearing impairment) Connect AT0532-05(ft) cord to input jack of either S OLARIS , or other trans- ISTENER PRITE mitter. Connect other end of cable to AUX OUT port on top of speaker.
- Page 44 aux out transmitter compatibility chart and level setting guide NOTE: Common transmitters and recommended level settings are shown below. Because the level setting is universal, other transmitters not listed below may be used as well – simply set the level to the position control until the receiver wearer hears a strong distortion-free signal. product name/part aux in jack size aux out level setting...
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Page 45: Additional Accessories
additional system accessories microphone options AT0816 AT0291-L AT0655 AT0814 FM collar microphone earhook microphone directional microphone behind-the-neck with mute switch with lavalier cord boom microphone receiver accessories AT0820 AT0823 AT0824 AT0822 AT0801 wall mounting bracket speaker table stand speaker floor stand carrying bag aux-box (adds four (set of 2) - Page 46 additional system accessories (cont’d) transmitter accessories AT0532-15 AT0529A 310-2544-1341 auxiliary input/ transmitter antenna aux-out adaptor plug output cable (3.5mm– 2.5mm) (3.5mm–dual RCA) (15ft/4.6m)
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Page 47: Troubleshooting
troubleshooting no FM reception (Channel A, Channel speaker is receiving a signal but no B indicator does not have green light) sound is coming out • Verify the transmitter is turned on • Verify microphone is connected properly to transmitter and is working correctly •... - Page 48 • Connect power supply to speaker and charge for four hours. If speaker battery does not hold a charge, send the unit to Phonic Ear Service department for replace- ment (battery must be replaced after one year of continuous use).
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Page 49: Radium Channel Numbers And Corresponding Frequencies
Radium channel numbers and corresponding frequencies Channel # Channel A Channel # Channel B 41 ... 216.025 MHz 51 ..216.525MHz 42 . -
Page 50: Product Specifications
product specifications two channel column speaker: 920SR carrier frequency range/ dimensions ( 216.025 –216.875MHz 100 x 660 x 145 mm/ 3.9 x 26 x 5.7 in frequencies 16 total weight 5kg/11lbs modulation FM (F3E) recharging time 8 hours for initial charging output power maximum 36W @ 4Ω... - Page 51 product specifications (cont’d) body-worn transmitter: 921T carrier frequency range/ battery 216.025 –216.875MHz NiMH rechargeable (1600mA); alkaline disposable (2AA) frequencies 16 total battery life NiMH rechargeable: 20 hours typical modulation FM (F3E) alkaline disposable: 23 hours typical total harmonic distortion <1.5% frequency response recharging time 50Hz to 12KHz...
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Page 52: Product Specifications
product specifications (cont’d) handheld mic transmitter: 922T charging stand: 923C power supply carrier frequency range/ AC adaptor (DC 12V/ 0.5A) 216.025 –216.875MHz frequencies 16 total (see chart below) indicator lights LED green = battery ready LED orange = recharging dynamic microphone LED red = power on antenna built-in... -
Page 53: Warranty
warranty time period of warranty what is not covered by this warranty This warranty will go into effect upon the date This limited warranty does not apply to: of purchase and will stay in effect as long as 1. Malfunctions resulting from abuse, neglect the instrument remains the property of the orig- or accident inal owner. - Page 54 (cont’d) Phonic Ear Inc. reserves the right to make changes in what to do if you need service the design or construction of any of its instruments at If you require service under the warranty terms, obtain a any time without incurring any obligation to make any service order form either online at www.phonicear.
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Page 55: Warranty
10-7475 Kimbel Street rechargeable alkaline batteries. Before charg- Mississauga, Ontario ing any Phonic Ear equipment make sure only L5S 1E7 Canada NiCad or NiMH rechargeable batteries are installed. As an added precaution, remove batteries if the what to do if you have questions equipment will not be used for several weeks. -
Page 56: Code Of Federal Regulations
code of federal regulations (United States only) 21 C.F.R., part 801.420 - important notice The audiologist or hearing aid dispenser will conduct a for prospective hearing instrument users hearing instrument evaluation to assess your ability to hear with and without a hearing instrument. The eval- Good health practice requires that a person with a uation will enable the audiologist or dispenser to select hearing loss have a medical evaluation by a licensed... - Page 57 code of federal regulations (cont’d) children with hearing loss enforcement tracking services under agreement with a law enforcement agency; or automated maritime In addition to seeing a physician for a medical evalua- telecommunications system (AMTS) network control tion, a child with a hearing loss should be directed to communications.
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Page 58: Regulatory Approvals
Any changes or modifications made to any gov- FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE ernment-approved element of this instrument, without the express approval of Phonic Ear Inc in writing, could void the user's authority to operate FCC notes those elements of the system. - Page 59 regulatory approvals (cont’d) Part 95 This transmitter is authorized by rule under the This device may not cause interference and must accept any interference received, including inter- Low Power Radio Service (47 CFR Part 95) and must not cause harmful interference to TV recep- ference that may cause undesired operation.
- Page 60 800.227.0735, then press 5 • canada 800.263.8700 • international +45 3917 7101 © 2004 Phonic Ear Inc. Phonic Ear and the names of Phonic Ear products are trademarks or registered trademarks of Phonic Ear Inc. in the U.S. and other countries.
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