HUMANTECHNIK earis xs Digital Wireless Headset User Manual

HUMANTECHNIK earis xs Digital Wireless Headset

Important safety notices

Before setting up and using the device, please read these instructions carefully and thoroughly.

• Keep this user manual in a safe place so that it can be accessed by other users at all times.
• Do not use the device if it is obviously damaged.
• Only use the device in locations where 2.4 GHz radio technology is permitted.
• The device and in particular the power supply unit are only intended for operation in dry indoor areas. Operation is only guaranteed within room temperatures of 5°C to 35 °C.
• Keep the product, packaging, and accessories away from children and pets to avoid accidents.
• Always handle the device and accessories carefully and do not place them in dirty or dusty areas.
• Clean the transmitter and receiver regularly. For hygienic reasons, also clean the soft silicone earbuds regularly. Replace the earbuds with the ones available as accessories.
• Paints and furniture polishes can chemically attack the transmitter‘s rubber feet and cause surface damage to your furniture.
• Use only the provided power supply unit to power the transmitter.
• In the event of several days‘ absence, we recommend unplugging the power supply unit from the main’s electricity socket.

Attention

Your receiver can be set to a very high volume. To protect your own hearing or the hearing of people with regular hearing capabilities, especially children, from damage caused by excessive volume, please observe the following instructions:

1. Set the receiver to a low volume level before using it.
2. During use, adjust the volume to a level that is comfortable for you.
3. If you have a pacemaker, please check with your physician or the man-ufacturer of the pacemaker before using this product.
4. If you use other medical devices, use the device only in accordance with the safety instructions of your physician or the manufacturer.

Safety notes on the lithium-ions rechargeable battery
The battery used in the “ears XS” is a lithium-ion battery manufactured in accordance with the latest standards and safety regulations. Misuse or improper treatment can damage the battery, in which case the Humantechnik Group assumes no liability. In extreme cases there is a risk of:

• * development of heat

  • development of fire
  • explosion
  • smoke or gas emission
• Do not expose the battery to temperatures above 70°C, e.g. by sunlight or by throwing it into the fire.
• Do not expose the battery to water and condensation.
• Do not short-circuit the battery.
• Do not disassemble or deform the battery.
• Store the device/battery in a cool and dry place at room temperature.
• Only use the chargers provided for the battery.
• When not in use for a prolonged time, recharge the battery in the unit regularly (every 6 months for approx. 1 hour).
• Charge the battery only at an ambient temperature of 10 °C to 40 °C.
• If the device is obviously defective, do not recharge the battery.
• Refer to the information regarding warranty and disposal.

Introduction

• This digital wireless headset uses the latest digital radio technology and enables sound amplification.
• Enjoy crystal clear stereo and TV sound anywhere in the house.
• This digital wireless headset is intended to be used as assistive listening that can be used to help the hearing impaired.
• Please read this user manual carefully in order to set up the device correctly and become familiar with all the possibilities it offers.

Contents of package

• 1 “earis XS” receiver
• 1 “earis XS” transmitter
• 2 rechargeable batteries
• 1 power supply
• 1 pair of small earbuds
• 1 Toslink optical (digital) cable
• 1 audio connection lead with 3.5 mm stereo jack plugs
• 1 audio-adapter RCA to 3.5mm stereo jack
• 1 quick guide
• 1 user manual

Product Overview

Overview: Underchin receiver

1. Volume control
2. Speaker earbuds
3. Battery compartment
4. Status-LED / function button
5. Balance adjuster
6. Volume indicator
7. Charging contacts
8. Battery status

Overview: Transmitter

1. Charging dock
2. Status LED for the receiver in the charging dock
3. Charging compartment for spare rechargeable battery
4. Status LED for spare rechargeable battery
5. Charging contacts with support magnet
6. Status LED
7. Tone control/pairing button
8. Tone profile setting indicator
9. Connection socket for power supply
10. Optical-digital Toslink connector
11. Jack socket for connecting analog audio sources (blue)
12. Analog / digital selector switch

Overview: Status LED on Transmitter

Status LED

• dark
• white light
• white light flashes fast flashes 4x in white
• white light flashes 4x slow

Transmitter…..

• * is switched off

  • is switched on and transmitting
  • is in pairing mode
  • has no PCM signal at the digital input

Connection to receiver lost

Overview: Status LED on the receiver

Status LED

• dark
• constant green light
• red LED on top
• volume indicator bar flashes rapidly
• Overview of audible alerts

Audible alert

• during use: 1 beep
• every 30 seconds
• when altering the volume:
• 1 beep
• when altering the volume:
• 2 beeps
• during use: 5 beep
• every 20 seconds

Receiver…..

• * is switched off

  • is switched on and receiving
  • Battery is empty soon
  • is in pairing mode

Signification

• battery is almost depleted
• maximum volume reached
• minimum volume reached
• the receiver is out of transmission range of the transmitter

Connecting the transmitter to an audio source
Turn off the audio source before connecting the transmitter. Place the transmitter near the audio source. Do not place the transmitter in the imme- diate vicinity of thick reinforced concrete walls and other radio-transmitting devices, as the transmission range could be reduced. You have several possibilities to connect “Paris XS” to a sound source (e.g. TV, stereo set etc.). Check the options of connection of your audio source. Connecting options:

• S/PDIF digital output (Toslink)
• RCA sockets
• Headphone jack
• Loudspeaker
• SCART socket

Connecting the transmitter to digital-out (S/PDIF / Toslink)

• For the best audio quality, connect the transmitter to your audio source using the Toslink optical (digital) cable.
• Please note that the digital input can only transmit audio sources in PCM / Stereo standard.
• Refer to the manual of the connected audio source to learn how to set up the digital output.

Audio playback is not possible if a combined digital signal (bitstream) is used. The status LED on the transmitter will flash twice, with a pause in between, if there is no usable digital signal input.
Remove the protective caps on the two Toslink connectors on the cable. Plug the Toslink optical cable into the transmitter‘s Digital In connector and connect it to your audio source. The analog/digital switch on the transmitter’s left side must be set to “Digital”.

Connecting the transmitter to RCA sockets

• Good audio quality can be achieved by connecting the transmitter to your audio source using the analog audio connection lead.
• Plug the supplied audio connection cable into the transmitter‘s blue “Analog In” socket. Connect the RCA adapter cable audio connection lead. Plug the RCA connectors into the RCA sockets of your audio source. Make sure that the white connector is connected to the white socket of the audio source and the red connector is connected to the red socket of the audio source.
• The analog/digital switch on the transmitter‘s left side must be set to “Analog”.

Connecting the transmitter to a headphone jack socket

• Plug the supplied audio connection lead into the transmitter‘s blue “Analog In” socket. Plug the audio connection lead into the headphone jack of your audio source.
• Set the volume of your sound source to a medium level, where possible. There are TV sets that mute the speakers when devices are connected to their headphone jack. On some television sets, this automatic muting can be turned off via the TV settings menu. Alternatively, use another option for connection. The analog/digital switch on the transmitter‘s left side must be set to “Analog”.

Connecting the transmitter to a SCART socket

• The SCART adapter is not included in the scope of delivery and can be purchased from a specialist dealer.
• Plug the supplied audio connection lead into the transmitter‘s blue “Analog In” socket. Connect the SCART adapter with the audio connection lead. Plug the SCART adapter into the SCART socket of your audio source. The analog/digital switch on the transmitter‘s left side must be set to “Analog”.

Powering the transmitter

• Connect the power supply unit to the transmitter with the yellow “5V DC 1.5A” power socket. Then plug the power supply unit into an electrical mains outlet.

Using the rechargeable battery

• Insert the supplied battery into the receiver, until it clicks into place (the battery only fits one way)

• Charge the receiver completely and without interruption before first use. A complete charge will take about 2 hours.

• The battery status on the receiver lights up red when the battery level is low. When the system is in use and the battery in the receiver is low, the status LED on the receiver flashes RED constantly, and you will hear a beep every 30 seconds. After a few minutes, the receiver will automatically switch off. To charge the battery, place the receiver in the charging dock of the Transmitter. The LED bar must point upwards, magnets keep the receiver in the correct charging position.

• The charging status LED on the front of the receiver will illuminate red, and the charging status LED will switch to green when the battery is fully charged.

• We recommend that you always place the receiver in the charging dock of the transmitter when the system is not in use, this will always keep the battery in optimum condition. The intelligent charging circuit within the system will prevent overcharging of the battery.

• The second battery can be charged in the transmitter, additional batteries are available from your dealer.

• The replacement battery can be inserted into the charging slot on the right side of the transmitter, please remove the cover over the charging slot. The battery only fits one-way, extreme force is not required to insert it into the transmitter.

• During charging, the charging status LED for the spare battery lights up red when the battery is fully charged this indicator changes to green.

• We recommend that you swap the batteries once a week, this exercises the batteries and allows them to reach their maximum lifespan.

Earbuds

• As supplied, the larger silicone earbuds are fitted to the receiver‘s speaker arms. If these buds are not comfortable for you, you will find a pair of smaller earbuds in the delivery.
• To change the earbuds, gently pull them off the speaker’s arms.
• Then carefully insert the other two earbuds. Make sure that the earbuds fit well and firmly.

• From time to time, remove the earbuds from the receiver and clean them with mild soapy water. Dry the earbuds thoroughly before replacing them. In case of heavy soiling or damage, you should replace the earbuds. Re-placements are available from your specialist dealer.

Using “earis XS”

Attention:

Your receiver can be set to a very high volume. To protect your own hearing or the hearing of people with regular hearing capabilities, especially children, from damage caused by excessive volume, please observe the following instructions:

1. Set the receiver to a low volume level before using it.
2. During use, adjust the volume to a level that is comfortable for you.
3. Do not expose yourself to high volume for an extended amount of time.

Using the “ears XS” under the chin receiver
To use “earis XS”, proceed as follows:

1. Switch your audio source on (e.g. TV). If “Paris XS” is connected via the headphone jack, you should set the volume of the sound source to a medium level. This is not necessary if “Paris XS” is connected via Toslink or RCA.
2. The receiver switches on automatically when spreading the speaker’s arms. Use the volume control on the receiver to adjust the volume to a low level to protect your hearing. A low level of volume is indicated when only a few LEDs on the volume indicator are lit. The more LEDs on the volume indicator light up, the higher the set volume.
3. Adjust the earbuds so that they sit comfortably and without pressure directly in front of your auditory canals. Look for the markings “L” and “R” on the top of the speaker’s arms. The large silver volume wheel should face forward for easy operation. Put the receiver on. The green status LED at the top of the receiver indicates whether the receiver is switched on.
4. The white status LED on the transmitter lights up white as soon as the transmitter is in contact with the receiver and transmission is established.
5. Adjust to the desired volume.
6. When you remove the receiver, it is automatically switched off. We recommend always returning the receiver to the transmitter‘s charging dock so that the battery is always charged. If no audio signal reaches the transmitter for more than 15 minutes, it will switch off automatically.

Audio source selection

You have the possibility to connect a maximum of 2 audio sources to the transmitter, for example, an analog stereo system and a digital TV set. Use the “Analog/Digital” input selection switch on the left side of the receiver to select the desired audio source.

Adjusting the volume
Use the silver volume control on the front of the receiver to easily adjust the desired volume by turning it. The LED bar indicates the set volume. A low level of volume is indicated when only a few LEDs on the volume indicator bar are lit. The more LEDs on the volume indicator light up, the higher the set volume.

Adjusting the balance
The balance control allows the volume distribution between the right and left ear. Adjust the balance so that you hear equally well in both ears. The balance control is located on the rear side of the receiver and can be turned with the help of a coin.

Set listening profile for sound improvement
With our hearing profiles, you have the possibility to find an optimal setting for your hearing sensation. You can choose the most comfortable profile for you from 5 sound profiles. The set profile is saved. The following profiles can be selected:

1. strong sound alteration in the low-frequency range
2. minor sound alteration in the low-frequency range
3. no change
4. minor sound alteration in the high-frequency range
5. strong sound alteration in the high-frequency range

• Press the tone control button on the top of the transmitter to select the desired profile. You can identify the set profile on the transmitter by the 5 sound profile indicator LEDs.

• You can connect a maximum of two receivers to one “earis XS” transmitter. The transmitter calculates the sound profile, while the adjusted sound profiles are stored in the receiver.
• The transmitter always calculates the set sound profile of the receiver that is switched on first.

Pairing transmitter and receiver

• For “earis XS” to function properly, the transmitter and receiver must be paired. As a rule, this has already been done during production and is carried out as a standard on delivery.
• However, if you want to use another receiver or perhaps have to replace one later, it must first be paired with the transmitter.
• A maximum of 2 receivers can be used simultaneously with one transmitter.
• There are 2 possibilities to pair a receiver with the transmitter:

1. When inserting a receiver into the charging dock of the transmitter for at least 15 seconds, the according receiver and the transmitter will be paired automatically.
2. Press and hold the tone control button until the status LED on the front of the transmitter starts flashing rapidly.

Underchin receiver: Wear the under chin receiver to switch it on.
Press the function button on the top of the receiver until the flashing status LED on the transmitter lights up constantly. This indicates that the transmitter and receiver are now paired.

Important notes

• The equipment is designed for listening within domestic environments. Other uses are outside the scope of use for this product. Damage or con-termination caused to the equipment, caused by use not in accordance with these instructions, is excluded from the warranty.
• The devices are not waterproof and should be kept away from all liquids. Do not place them near any heat sources. Do not place any items on top of the devices which may cause them to malfunction.

Warranty

• “earis XS” is a highly reliable product. Should a fault occur, contrary to proper use, please refer to the troubleshooting guide. If this does not resolve the problem, please contact your retailer or the manufacturer directly for further help before returning any items.
• The warranty covers free repair as well as free return shipment, where ap-plicable.
• We recommend returning the items in the original packaging, so please keep it for the length of the warranty period.
• This warranty does not cover misuse, improper handling or attempted repair by unauthorized persons (broken device seal). Warranty repairs will only be carried out if proof of purchase is provided to the retailer or man-ufacturer.
• Always specify the product number in any event.

Environmental information/disposal

Disposal of used electrical and electronic devices (to be applied in the coun-

tries of the European Union and other European countries with a separate collection system for these devices). The symbol on the product or on its packing indicates that this product must not be treated as normal household waste, but that it must be returned to a recycling point of acceptance for electrical and electronic devices or that it must be disposed of in a Yellow Bin. You protect the envi-ronment and the health of your fellow man by contributing to the correct disposal. Environment and health are endangered by incorrect disposal. Material recycling helps to reduce the consumption of raw materials. Additional information about recycling of this product can be obtained from your community, the municipal disposal companies or the shop where you bought the product.
Battery

The provided batteries can be recycled. Please dispose of the battery through battery containers or a specialist shop.
Please dispose of only discharged batteries to guarantee environmental protection.

CE

These devices comply with the requirements of the following EC directives:

• 2011/ 65/EU + 2015/863/EU RoHS-directive
• 2012/19/EU WEEE-directive
• 2014/53/EU RED-directive

Conformity with the above-mentioned directives is confirmed by the CE mark on the device. CE declarations of conformity are available on the Internet at www.humantechnik.com/service.

This device adheres to the requirements of the following IC directives: RSS-247 Issue 2 (2017-2)

Troubleshooting

Charging status LEDs do not light up, de- spite batteries insert- ed in the transmitter charging stations.| The transmitter is without power from the power supply unit.| Check that the power supply unit is properly connected and that the mains electricity outlet is working prop- early.
The charging status LED does not light up, despite a battery being inserted.| No contact between the battery and the charging station in the transmitter.| Insert the batteries correctly and completely into the transmitter. Check if the contact areas are clean.
The charging status LED for the receiver does not light up, despite the receiver being put in the charging dock.| No contact between the receiver battery and the charging dock of the transmitter.| Make sure that the receiver is correctly placed in the charging dock.
The receiver does not work, no sound transmission.| No battery was placed in the receiver.| Insert the battery in the receiver.
| The transmitter is not or not properly connected to the TV- or stereo set.| Check the cables and connectors between the transmitter and the audio source.
| The TV- or stereo set is not switched on or the output has not been configured properly.| Switch the audio source on or check the settings.
| The pairing has been lost| Pair the transmitter and the receiver again.
The receiver does not work, no sound transmission.| The receiver is not switched on.

(Pocket Version)

| Switch the receiver on, using the ON/OFF switch on the side of the device.

(Pocket Version)

insert a charged battery.
Sound transmission is poor, noisy, or dis-turned.| The receiver is too far from the transmitter.| Bring the receiver closer to the transmitter.
Sound transmission seems distorted, muted, or disturbed.| The battery is almost depleted.| Charge the battery or insert a charged battery.
The sound transmission is briefly inter- rupted and then works again| The receiver is too far from the transmitter. The surroundings hinder transmission (walls, objects).| Bring the receiver closer to the transmitter.
The battery lasts only a short while.| The battery is not fully charged or defective and therefore no lon-

ger able to work.

| Charge the battery, insert a fully charged battery or a new fully

charged battery.

Specifications

Earis XS Set|
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Modulation:| Pulse-code modulation PCM
| Analog-over-digital
Carrier frequency:| 2.4GHz~2.5GHz
Signal-to-noise ratio:| -87 dB
RF output power:| max. 10dBm Class 1
Audio latency:| < 47ms
Working range:| up to 200ft
Temperature range:| 0°C to 45°C
Power:| 5 VDC / 1.5A
Power supply:| 100-240V at 50-60 Hz
| 300mA
Earis XS receiver|
THD:| 1kHz<1% at 500mVrms
Frequnecy response:| 15Hz-16kHz
Sound pressure level:| 125dB SPL at
| Input=1KHz/500mVrms
Ear pad material:| Silicone
Power:| 2x 3.7 V Lithium-Ion rechargeable batteries AP18A, 400 mAh, exchangeable
Working time:| appr. 9h per battery

24/7 with 2 batteries

Charging:| appr. 2h
Weight (incl. rechargeable bat-

try):

| ****

61g

Dimensions:| 244mm112.5mm24mm
Temperature range:| 0° C – 45° C

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