Etymotic Research HD5 User Manual

Etymotic Research HD5 User Manual

Safety earplugs + earphones

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  • Page 1 U s e r M a n u a l English...
  • Page 2 In the box • HD•Safety earphones (Mass = 12 grams) • Assortment of ACCU•Fit™ eartips • Zipper pouch • Shirt clip A. HD•Safety Earphones B. Assortment of ACCU•Fit™ eartips and zipper pouch C. Shirt clip...
  • Page 3: Safe Listening

    — Maximum sound pressure level measurement methodology. The acoustic output of the HD5 is more than 20 dB below the maximum limit in EN 60950-1/A 12:2011 Information technology equipment - Safety -- Part 1: General requirements. Because of the...
  • Page 4 Warnings Failure to follow these recommendations may severely reduce the amount of hearing protection provided. • Earphones should not be used where there is a risk that the cables can be caught up during use. • Secure connecting cables away from entanglement hazards. •...
  • Page 5 Warnings (continued) Human ear canals are about an inch long and Etymotic eartips are designed to seal deeply in the ear canal. This may feel slightly uncomfortable at first, but should become comfortable with repeated use. Discontinue use if any discomfort persists. In rare instances an eartip may come off in the ear canal when removing the earphone.
  • Page 6: Selecting An Eartip

    Selecting an Eartip Foam 3-Flange Large 8-13 mm Beige Black Small 6-9 mm 8-13 mm 7-11 mm The eartip that is most comfortable is the likely choice, but it must seal well for maximum protection. Important: Sound quality, full bass response and noise isolation all depend on a good eartip seal in the ear canal.
  • Page 7 Insertion Make sure the eartip is clean. • When using foam eartips: Roll down or compress foam before inserting (Fig. 1). • Pull the ear up and out while Fig. 1 inserting (Fig. 2). • Twist and push gently until the eartip seals in the ear canal.
  • Page 8: Maintenance

    • 3-flange eartips can be removed and cleaned in mild detergent before reattaching. Dry eartips thoroughly before reattaching. • Do not expose to extreme heat or moisture. • Avoid dropping or hitting on a hard surface. • Use only accessories from Etymotic Research, Inc. to ensure continued performance to specification.
  • Page 9 (WHEN USED AS DIRECTED) (HIGHER NUMBERS DENOTE GREATER EFFECTIVENESS) THE RANGE OF NOISE REDUCTION RATINGS FOR EXISTING HEARING PROTECTORS HD5 with Foam eartip ETYMOTIC RESEARCH, INC. IS APPROXIMATELY 0 TO 30 (HIGHER NUMBERS DENOTE GREATER EFFECTIVENESS) ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL 60007 HD5 with Foam eartip ETYMOTIC RESEARCH, INC.
  • Page 10: Warranty

    ETYMOTIC RESEARCH INC. 61 Martin Lane • Elk Grove Village, IL 60007, USA www. etymotic.com • 1-888-389-6684 • 847-228-0006 ©2014. HD•Safety Earphones and ACCU•Fit are trademarks of Etymotic Research, Inc. Etymotic and ACCU•Technology are registered trademarks of Etymotic Research, Inc. ER051512-B...

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