Summary of Contents for LightSpeed Technologies Listening Enhancement System LES 600 Series
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LES 600 Series L i s t e n i n g E n h a n c e m e n t S y s t e m for Sound-Field Classroom Amplification User Manual L i g h t S P E E D T e c h n o l o g i e s , I n c .
Table of Contents Several studies validated by the U.S. Department of Education and the Educational Audiology Association verify that poor classroom acoustics, high ambient noise, and temporary mild hearing loss among children place many students academically at risk. The Sound-Field FM Classroom Amplification provided by the LES 600 increases both the volume and clarity of your voice, and evenly distributes it so that no matter where students...
L E S 6 0 0 O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S Operating Instructions Step1 Power for Your LES 600 Receiver/Amplifier Check that: • Both front panel microphone volume controls (MIC 1 VOLUME and MIC 2 VOLUME) are set to minimum (turned fully counter-clockwise).
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Step2 Power for Your Belt-Pack Transmitter & Microphone Ensure the Belt-pack Transmitter is turned OFF . Your Belt-pack Transmitter has its internal rechargeable batteries already installed. Connect one end of the Charging Cable to one of the TRANSMITTER CHARGING jacks on the back panel of the Receiver/ Amplifier.
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L E S 6 0 0 O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S NiMH batteries will usually maintain their charge for a full day of normal classroom use. Always switch the Transmitter OFF when not in use (lunch hour, quiet times, etc.).
Step 3 Positioning Your Microphone After the microphone is connected to the belt-pack Transmitter, position the microphone as described below: Lavaliere Microphone: The lavaliere microphone should be hung around the neck as illustrated, resting on your collar bone. The neck cord is adjusted by squeezing the two long ends together and then sliding the adjuster up or down the cord.
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L E S 6 0 0 O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S When speaking at a normal voice level, the green AF INDI- CATOR on the Receiver/Amplifier front panel should flash on and off as the voice level goes up and down.
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L E S 6 0 0 O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S The batteries will fully charge in about 8-12 hours. When in normal use, it is best to leave batteries on the charger until used, since there is a small amount of discharge after 48 hours.
L E S 6 0 0 O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S When speaking at a normal voice level, the green AF indi- cator light (on the Receiver/Amplifier front panel) should flash on and off as the voice level goes up and down.
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L E S 6 0 0 O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S and Telex transmitters use 2.5mm and 3.5mm audio input jacks, respectively. With the Receiver/Amplifier turned ON, increase the Mixed Audio Output LEVEL ADJUST slowly clockwise until you reach a comfortable volume.
L E S 6 0 0 O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S Tips on Using Classroom Amplification These helpful suggestions are provided to maximize the successful use of your new Classroom Amplification system: •...
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L E S 6 0 0 O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S • Turn the body-pack Transmitter and/or the Hand-held Microphone OFF whenever leaving the classroom. •...
L E S 6 0 0 O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S Reference Guide to Controls Power Mic1 Volume 1 & 5 Power Indicator: When power is switched on, the red POWER light will come on. 2 &...
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L E S 6 0 0 O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S 4 & 9 Power and Volume Switch for Microphones: Rotating the Mic 1 Volume control or Mic 2 Volume control clockwise past the first “click”...
L E S 6 0 0 O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S DC Power Connector: The Receiver/Amplifier requires a 15-volt, 2.4 Amp DC power supply. The center conductor is positive (+) polarity. Caution Power supplies from different manufacturers have various output voltages, current ratings, and polarity.
20 & 21 Aux1 and Aux2 Input Jacks: The AUXILIARY INPUT jack is used to connect to an external audio source (for example, a CD or tape player to add back- ground music) to mix with your voice audio from the wireless microphone.
L E S 6 0 0 O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S Trouble Shooting Guide Please go through this checklist before calling LightSPEED Technologies Service Department. Note Most problems associated with wireless FM...
L E S 6 0 0 O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S Low Volume • Check volume level on Receiver and adjust as necessary. • If volume is too low, check the “MT” adjustment inside the battery compartment of the belt-pack Transmitter.
L E S 6 0 0 O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S • Check to confirm speaker wires are in the correct wire terminals on the back of the Receiver/Amplifier and confirm that the speaker switch for that speaker output is in the ON position.
L E S 6 0 0 O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S FCC Notice This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Repair by other than LightSPEED or its authorized service agencies will void this guarantee. Information on authorized service agencies is available from LightSPEED Technologies, Inc. Extended warranties are available for most products. Please contact LightSPEED for further information.
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