340T Transmitter user guide contents 340T transmitter features . 1-2 340T available accessories . 3-4 340T microphone styles . 5 340T setup and operation inserting batteries . 6 charging batteries using 230R sound field system . 7-8 charging batteries using wall charger . 9 wearing 340T . 10 plugging in and wearing microphone . 11 activating microphone mute feature . 12 turning on 340T . 13 verifying channel setting . 14 changing channels . 15 connecting CD, TV and other audio sources . 16 340T part number cross-reference list .17-18 troubleshooting . 19-20 caring for your 340T . 21 battery warnings . 22 receivers that are compatible with the 340T transmitter . 23 340T channel numbers and corresponding frequencies . 24-26 product specifications . 27 warranty . 28-30 regulatory approvals . 31-33 340T transmitter features 7 top front 6 8 9 10 back 1 2 1 3 4 5 side 11 1 LCD channel display 2 channel up/down buttons 3 belt clip 6 mute button ( on off) 7 8 9 LED power, mute, low battery and charging indicator light power on = Green light mute on = Blinking green light indicates that the microphone mute feature is on low batt = Blinking red light indicates approximately 1 hour of battery life remaining batt charging = Red light improper charging = no light
(when charge cable is inserted) charging input jack (1.3mm) auxiliary input jack (3.5mm) 4 serial number/part number/operating band 10 microphone input jack (2.5mm) 5 battery compartment 11 on/off(chg) switch 2 340T available accessories 2 6 3 4 7 8 1 5 3 1 2 3 4 340T carrying case
(841-6440-101 - U.S./Canada)
(895-88-008-00 - International) rechargeable NiMH AAA batteries
(374-30-310-09) elastic belt
(AT0712) wall charger
(040-7150-105 - US/Canada)
(890-88-051-00 - International, UK, EU, NZ, AUS) 5 lavalier cord
(AT0512-BK) 6 7 8 aux-in adaptor cord
(384-01-210-08) 3.5mm - 3.5mm connects 340T to external audio, CD player, stereo, computer, etc. aux-in adaptor cord
(300-6332-107 - U.S./Canada)
(384-88-005-00 - International) 3.5mm- dual RCA connects 340T to external audio, TV, VCR, DVD antenna
(AT0529A) For use during auxiliary input only. 4 340T microphone styles
* Lapel microphones are more prone to feedback when used with a sound field system. AT0655 behind-the-neck boom AT0814 earhook AT0816 collar AT0291-L*
lapel with lavalier cord
** Recommended for use with personal FM systems only AT0668-L*
lapel mic with lavalier 5 AT0164-L**
omni lapel with lavalier cord AT0667-L**
omni lapel with lavalier cord 340T setup and operation 1 inserting batteries 2 1 1 2 Open battery compartment door by pressing and sliding downwards. Insert rechargeable AAA NiMH batteries (or alkaline batteries) and replace door. Check polarity markings to confirm batteries are positioned correctly. NOTE: The 340T uses high performance NiMH (nickel-metal hydride) batteries. To achieve maximum battery efficiency, charge batteries for 12 hours before first use. After daily use, charge unit overnight for at least 12 hours for up to 12 hours of battery life. 6 2a charging batteries using 230R sound field system Do NOT attempt to charge alkaline batteries in the 340T. Only Phonic Ear rechargeable batteries can be recharged. 1 3 2 then 1 2 3 Push power button to turn 230R receiver off. Sleep/standby power light on 230R receiver will remain lit during power off mode. Turn 340T power switch to off (chg) position. 7 2b charging batteries using 230R sound field system Do NOT attempt to charge alkaline batteries in the 340T. Only Phonic Ear rechargeable batteries can be recharged. 3 5 300-6497-105 230R (back) 4 3 Plug any end of 300-6497-105 charge cord (included with 230R system) into 340T charge/ jack. 4 5 Plug any end of charge cord into charge out jack on back of 230R receiver. Check indicator light on 340T for proper charge indication. bright red = Battery charging green light = Improper charge (turn power to off(chg) position) NOTE: Charge for 12 hours before first use. After daily use, charge unit overnight for at least 12 hours for up to 12 hours of battery life. 8 2c charging batteries using wall charger Do NOT attempt to charge alkaline batteries in the 340T. Only Phonic Ear rechargeable batteries can be recharged. 3 4 2 1 2 3 4 Switch 340T power to off (chg) position. Plug wall transformer into wall socket. Plug either end of the wall transformer charge cord into 340T charge jack. Verify 340T indicator light for proper charge indication bright red = Battery charging no light = Improper charge
(040-7150-105 - U.S./Canada)
(890-88-051-00 - International) IMPORTANT: Charge for 12 hours before first use. After daily use, charge unit overnight for at least 12 hours for up to 12 hours of battery life. 1 9 3 wearing 340T AT0712 or AT0512-BK Clip to elastic belt (AT0712), pocket, pants or clothes. or Attach transmitter to necklace-style lavalier cord (AT0512-BK). 10 4 plugging in and wearing microphone 1 2 11 1 2 3 4 Plug microphone into mic jack on 340T unit. The microphone cord also acts as the antenna. To ensure consis-
tent transmission, keep cord as straight as possible. Position microphone approximately 3in/7.6cm from mouth. To mute microphone, press down on 340T mute button 3 5 activating microphone mute feature 1 2 1 To mute microphone, press down on 340T mute button mute switch positions:
( on off) 3 2 The green power on LED indi-
cator light will begin to blink when mute feature is activated 3 To deactivate mute, press down again on the mute button to restore button to up position and regain microphone sound. 12 6 turning on 340T 2 1 13 1 2 Push power switch up to turn transmitter power on. Confirm green power on indicator light. indicator light features:
on = Green light mute on = Blinking green light low batt = Blinking red light indicates approximately 1 hour of battery life remaining batt charging = Red light improper charging = No light
(when charge cable is inserted) 7 verifying channel setting Set the channel number of the 340T to match the channel number of the receiver you are using. Refer to the chart on pages 24 and 25 for a complete list of frequencies and corresponding Phonic Ear channel numbers by country. LEXIS receiver 1 15 OR 230R sound field receiver 1 2 340T (front) 14 8 changing channels 340T (front) 15 To change the channel number of the 340T transmitter to match the receiver channel number (230R, LEXIS, RADIUM or SPRITE):
1 2 Hold down the CH+ or CH- button until numbers in display blink once. Now youre in channel-changing mode. Using the CH+ or CH- buttons, scroll to the desired channel that matches receiver channel number. NOTE: Holding down the CH+ or CH-
button will allow quick-scrolling through channel numbers. 3 Channel number will lock in place after approximately 5 seconds of non-activity. 9 Using auxiliary inputs:
connecting CD, TV and other audio sources AT0529A
(antenna) OR 1 300-6332-107
(3.5mm dual RCA) OR 2 384-01-210-08
(3.5mm 3.5mm) TV The 340T auxiliary input jack (aux) allows transmission of an external audio source such as a CD player, TV, VCR, or computer. 1 2 Plug external antenna (AT0529A) or any microphone into 340T mic jack.
(To ensure a consistent transmission, keep the microphone cord as straight as possible.) Using appropriate auxiliary input cord, connect the 340T to the secondary sound source. NOTE: Check the type of connection need-
ed for the secondary sound source refer to page 4 for available aux-in adaptor cord specs and usage descriptions. 16 340T part number cross-reference list Description Phonic Ear, Inc. (USA) Phonic Ear A/S (Intl.) part numbers 340T Transmitter 173MHz 216 MHZ 230R Sound Field Receiver 173MHz 216MHz Lexis Receiver 173MHz 216MHz 920SR Receiver 216MHz Behind-the-neck boom microphone Earhook microphone FM Collar microphone Directional microphone w/lavalier cord (large) Directional microphone w/lavalier cord (small) Microphone clip for AT0291-L mic Microphone clip for AT0668-L mic 17 340T-173 340T-216 230R-173 230R-216USA 140-23-XXX-XX 140-23-XXX-XX 920SR216 AT0655 AT0814 AT0816 AT0291-L AT0668-L AT0291-C AT0668-C 202-01-001-00 NA 202-00-001-00 NA 140-23-XXX-XX 140-23-XXX-XX NA
-AT0655
-5-300-400-110
-AT0816
-AT0291-L 630-15-500-03
-AT0291-C
-AT0668-C 340T part number cross-reference list (contd) part numbers Description Phonic Ear, Inc. (USA) Phonic Ear A/S (Intl.) Windscreen for AT0291-L mic Windscreen for AT0668-L mic Windscreen for AT0655 mic Wall Transformer (for 340T charging) USA/Canada International (EU, UK, AU/NZ) Lavalier cord, black woven polyester (for transmitters) Lavalier cord, clear plastic (for lapel mics) AAA NiMH batteries (2 per pack) Clamshell Tx carry case, black Belt clip, black Belt, elastic Aux-in adaptor cord (3.5mm - 3.5mm) Aux-in adaptor cord (3.5mm - dual RCA) Antenna, auxiliary 340T user guide/instructions for use AT0291-W AT0668-W AT0655-W 040-7150-105 AT0512-BK AT0076 374-30-310-09 841-6440-101 900-6495-101 AT0712 384-01-210-08 300-6332-107 AT0529A 821-6442-101
-AT0291-W
-AT0668-W
-AT0655-W 890-88-051-00
-AT0512-BK
-AT0076 374-30-310-09 895-88-008-00 890-88-060-00
-AT0712 384-01-210-08 384-88-005-00
-AT0529A 921-00-010-00 18 troubleshooting No Sound verify the mute switch on the top of the unit is in the off (up) position. verify the transmitter is operating on the same FM channel as the receiver verify the transmitter power is on verify the microphone cord is inserted properly into the mic jack if using the aux jack on the transmitter for external sound, verify the AT0529A antenna is plugged into the mic jack. If using a microphone cord as an antenna, make sure it is not coiled. verify an approved PE microphone is being used (AT0655, AT0814, AT0816, AT0291-
L, AT0164-L, AT0669-L or AT0668-L) 19 Batteries NOT charging verify only Phonic Ear NiMH batteries are being charged. 340T unit will not charge dis-
posable alkaline or other rechargeable batteries. check battery polarity markings to verify batteries are oriented properly verify the power switch is in the off(chg) position verify the charging cord is plugged in to the chg port and NOT the aux port verify the wall transformer is plugged into an operational electrical outlet troubleshooting (contd) 340T won't turn on verify NiMH batteries are inserted properly and fully charged verify AAA alkaline batteries are inserted properly check battery polarity markings to verify batteries are oriented properly Acoustic feedback (high-pitched squeal) make sure the user microphone is not too close to external speakers in the room make sure an omni-directional mic is not being used. Omni-directional mics should not be used with the 340T. lower the FM volume/gain control on the LEXIS, 230R or other receiver turn OPTIVOICE to medium, or low position have a sound professional adjust 3-band equalizer controls on the receiver, confirm they are not set to a high frequency setting Static confirm microphone cord is not coiled verify approved PE microphones are being used (AT0655, AT0814, AT0816, AT0291-L, AT0614-L, AT0669-L or AT0668-L) 20 caring for your 340T cleaning Clean as needed, using a soft, damp cloth. Do not immerse in water storage Clean with a soft damp cloth and remove the batteries from the transmitter. other important notes Protect your 340T transmitter from excessive moisture, heat, and mechanical shocks. The 040-7150-105 or 890-88-051-00 wall transformer may get warm under normal operation. To protect the transmitters case front, position it face down on a soft surface when removing or inserting the batteries. 21 battery warnings Caution Remove all batteries when replacing. Do not mix new and used batteries. Do not mix alkaline and rechargeable batteries. Remove batteries from the unit if the unit is not going to be used for an extended period of time, such as during summer break. Do NOT dispose of batteries in fire. Do NOT charge Non-rechargeable batteries. Always dispose of old batteries in approved bat-
tery recycling bins. It may be illegal to dispose in the trash. If you are not sure of proper disposal method, please consult your local authority. 22 receivers that are compatible with the 340T transmitter receiver 230R 871R Lexis Pin level of compatibility comments For a list of comparable 173MHz channels by country, contact Phonic Ear. Phonak MLX & MLXS For a list of comparable Phonak channels, contact Phonic Ear. Phonak offers custom receiver programming of receivers to allow operation on more channels.
= most compatible 23 340T channel numbers and corresponding frequencies 169-176MHz (EU) United Kingdom CH FREQUENCY 13 15 17 21 24 25 27 29 30 32 34 35 36 37 38 40 42 44 45 47 48 173.3500 173.4000 173.4500 173.5000 173.5500 173.6000 173.6500 173.7000 173.7500 173.8000 173.8500 173.9000 173.9500 174.0000 174.0500 174.1000 174.1500 174.2000 174.2500 174.3000 174.3500 CH FREQUENCY 50 52 53 54 55 57 59 60 62 63 65 66 67 71 total: 35 174.4000 174.4500 174.5000 174.5500 174.6000 174.6500 174.7000 174.7500 174.8000 174.8500 174.9000 174.9500 175.0000 175.0500 New Zealand CH FREQUENCY A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 13 15 19 23 26 28 31 91 33 35 36 93 69 37 total: 21 173.0000 173.0500 173.1000 173.1500 173.2000 173.2500 173.3000 173.3500 173.4000 173.4650 173.5450 173.6400 173.6950 173.7550 173.8125 173.8250 173.9000 173.9500 173.9625 173.9900 174.0000 24 340T channel numbers and corresponding frequencies (contd) 169-176MHz (EU) Australia CH FREQUENCY 13 15 19 23 26 28 31 91 35 36 37 38 41 77 86 87 78 88 89 79 90 173.3500 173.4000 173.4650 173.5450 173.6400 173.6950 173.7550 173.8125 173.9000 173.9500 174.0000 174.0500 174.1200 174.1750 174.2250 174.2750 174.3250 174.3750 174.4250 174.4750 174.5250 25 CH FREQUENCY 55 57 59 61 63 65 66 67 94 95 2 9 97 10 11 total: 36 174.6000 174.6500 174.7000 174.7700 174.8500 174.9000 174.9500 175.0000 175.5000 175.6000 175.7000 175.8000 175.8500 175.9500 176.0000 340T channel numbers and corresponding frequencies (contd) 216 MHz (USA & Canada) USA/Canada CH FREQUENCY 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 total: 19 216.0250 216.0750 216.1250 216.1750 216.2250 216.2750 216.3250 216.3750 216.4250 216.5250 216.5750 216.6250 216.6750 216.7250 216.7750 216.8250 216.8750 216.9250 216.9750 NOTE:
This product may only be used in countries in which the preset frequency range has been approved. The approved countrys frequency range will be pre-set by the factory for the original des-
tination country of each product. Please contact Phonic Ear to verify the frequency approvals before traveling with the product to a foreign country other than its original destination. For a complete list of the available channels in each country, please contact Phonic Ear International. 26 product specifications transmitter: 340T transmitting frequency modulation operating range user controls inputs/outputs battery life size (WxHxD) weight 169-176MHz, synthesized (International) 216MHz, synthesized (US/Canada) FM narrow-band up to 50m/160ft off/on; push button mute switch;
channel up/down 3.5mm auxiliary input jack 2.5mm microphone input jack 1.3mm charge jack 12Hr (AAA alkaline) 9Hr (AAA NiMH, 750mA-Hr cells) 5.9 x 8.2 x 2.0 cm/2.3 x 3.3 x 0.8 in 79.3g/2.8oz (with batteries) case battery/power/
ABS plastic, painted on: green continuous charge LED/mute mute: green flashing low batt: red flashing - 1/2 to 1 hour life remaining charging: red continuous 27 warranty time period of warranty This warranty will go into effect upon the date of purchase and will stay in effect as long as the instrument remains the property of the original owner. The 340T transmitter has a 3-year warranty. what is covered by this warranty Any electronic component, which because of work-
manship, manufacturing or design defects, fails to function properly under normal use during the life of this warranty will be replaced or repaired at no charge for parts or labor, when returned to the factory service center. Transportation in and out is paid by the customer. If it is determined that repair is not feasible, the entire unit may be replaced with an equiv-
alent unit upon mutual agreement of the manufacturer and customer. what is not covered by this warranty This limited warranty does not apply to:
1. Malfunctions resulting from abuse, neglect or accident. 2. Instruments connected, installed, used or adjusted in any manner contrary to instructions provided by the manufacturer. 3. Consequential damages and damages resulting from delay or loss of this instrument. The exclu-
sive remedy under this warranty is strictly limited to repair or replacement as herein provided. 4. Products damaged in transit unless investigated by the shipper and returned to the warrantor with the investigation report. 5. Peripheral accessories as itemized within the product specification sheet as applicable, when such items are returned within 90 days from orig-
inal purchase. 6. Batteries if applicable. 28 warranty (contd) Phonic Ear Inc. reserves the right to make changes in the design or construction of any of its instruments at any time without incurring any obligation to make any changes whatsoever on units previously purchased. This warranty is in lieu of all other expressed warranties. All expressed and implied warranties will terminate upon the expiration of this written warranty. No representative or person is authorized to represent or assume for us any liability in connection with the sale or use of our prod-
ucts other than as set forth above. what to do if you have questions If you have any questions about service, call the service department at 800.227.0735, then press 7. 29 what to do if you need service If you require service under the warranty terms, obtain a service order form either online at www.phonicear. com/support.asp or through our U.S. customer service department at 800.227.0735, then press 5
(or +1.707.769.1110 outside the U.S.). Fill the form out completely remembering to include:
1. Description of the problem 2. Your billing address 3. Your shipping address (if different from billing address) 4. Contact name and phone number 5. A P.O. number if the equipment is not under a warranty or service contract warranty (contd) Then, carefully package the equipment in the original shipping container to prevent damage and send it postpaid to the service center near you:
what to do if you have questions If you have any questions about service, call the service department at 800.227.0735, then press 7. USA Phonic Ear Inc. 3880 Cypress Drive Petaluma, CA 94954-7600 U.S.A. In Canada:
Phonic Ear Ltd. 10-7475 Kimbel Street Mississauga, Ontario L5S 1E7 Canada International:
Phonic Ear A/S Strandvejen 58 2900 Hellerup Denmark about your batteries To ensure that your batteries are as fresh as possible upon arrival, we have intentionally not installed them in your equipment. battery replacement It is recommended to reorder new rechargeable AAA NiMH batteries from Phonic Ear annually. 30 IMPORTANT NOTE: To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, only use sup-
plied antenna that is sold with this transmitter. Use of any other antenna which has not been approved by the manufacturer will violate FCC rules and regulation and void the users authority to operate this device. This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. regulatory approvals and clearances transmitter This transmitter is authorized by rule under the Low Power Radio Service (47 C.F.R. Part 95) and must not cause harmful interference to TV reception or United States Navy SPASUR installations. You do not need an FCC license to operate this transmitter. This transmitter may only be used to provide: audi-
tory assistance to persons with disabilities, persons who require language translation, or persons in edu-
cational settings; health care services to the ill; law enforcement tracking services under agreement with a law enforcement agency; or automated maritime telecommunications system (AMTS) network control communications. Two-way voice communications and all other types of uses not mentioned above are expressly prohibited. This device may not interfere with TV reception or federal government radar, and must accept any inter-
ference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 31 regulatory approvals and clearances (contd) receiver: part 15, subpart B Front Row Tempo Receiver 230R Tested to comply with FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a resi-
dential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guar-
antee that interference will not occur in a particu-
lar installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television recep-
tion, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 32 regulatory approvals and clearances (contd) 1313 !
This product conforms with the essential requirements of European Union Directive 1999/5/CE R&TTE Directive Waste from electronic equiment must be handled according to local regulations. 33 My hearing care professional:
u.s.a. 800.227.0735, then press 5 canada 800.263.8700 international +45 3917 7101 2005 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. 821-6442-103/Rev. A/4940 0805