Dataton PICKUP Production Manual page 8

fm radio receiver
PICKUP is also equipped with an FM receiver. In addition to listening to stored MP3 audio
files, PICKUP users can listen to FM broadcast radio channels.
In 2006, local FM transmitters with a range of 5-10 m were made legal in Europe. This kind
of local transmitter has been permitted in other parts of the world for many years.
In effect, an exhibition organizer can now complement the stored sound in the PICKUP
with streamed real-time audio from local, short-range transmitters. The hows and whys are
discussed later in this manual.
HeadpHoneS and acceSSorieS
Good headphones enhance the audio tour immensely. Most kinds of headphones equipped
with 3.5 mm jack will fit PICKUP. Dataton currently recommends Sennheiser PX100 head-
phones. These are open headphones with replaceable ear pads. They provide excellent
audio without totally omitting ambient sound.
To keep your hands free, use the shoestring lanyard, available in three lengths. The lanyard
features a safety breakaway connector designed to release under pressure. Children should
be supervised at all times when wearing the lanyard.
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