EKI 830 Infrared bodypack receiver Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany www.sennheiser.com Printed in Germany, Publ. 05/12, 549106/A01 EKI 830 Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co.
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EKI830.book Seite 1 Donnerstag, 10. Mai 2012 2:02 14 Contents Contents Important safety information ....................................................... The EKI 830 receiver ........................................................................ Delivery includes .............................................................................. Product overview ............................................................................. Putting the EKI 830 into operation .................................
EKI830.book Seite 2 Donnerstag, 10. Mai 2012 2:02 14 Important safety information Important safety information 왘 Read this instruction manual carefully and completely before using the product. 왘 Always include this instruction manual when passing the product on to third parties. 왘 Do not use an obviously defective product. Preventing damage to health and accidents 왘 Do not use the product in an environment that requires your special attention.
EKI830.book Seite 3 Donnerstag, 10. Mai 2012 2:02 14 Important safety information Safety instructions for the BA 300 Lithium-Polymer rechargeable battery In extreme cases, abuse or misuse of rechargeable batteries can lead to: WARNING • • • • explosion, fire development, heat generation or smoke or gas development. Do not heat above 70°C/158°F, e.g. do not expose to sunlight or throw into a fire. Only use rechargeable batteries recommended by Sennheiser and the appropriate chargers.
EKI830.book Seite 4 Donnerstag, 10. Mai 2012 2:02 14 The EKI 830 receiver The EKI 830 receiver The EKI 830 is an infra-red receiver designed to assist your hearing. Sound can be transmitted from the receiver to the hearing aid via headphones, induction plates or an induction loop. Areas of application The EKI 830 receiver can be used together with infra-red transmission systems which operate on a carrier frequency of 2.3 or 2.8 MHz (example: Sennheiser SZI/SI 1015).
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EKI830.book Seite 6 Donnerstag, 10. Mai 2012 2:02 14 Putting the EKI 830 into operation Putting the EKI 830 into operation Removing and charging the rechargeable battery You can charge the receivers and the removed rechargeable batteries in the Sennheiser L 300 10-10 charger. An individual receiver can be charged in the Sennheiser TI 830 infra-red transmitter. 왘 Before using the rechargeable batteries for the first time, charge them for at least 3 hours.
EKI830.book Seite 7 Donnerstag, 10. Mai 2012 2:02 14 Putting the EKI 830 into operation Setting the receiver to the frequency of the transmission system The receiver allows you to select between three channels with preset frequencies so that you can match the receiver to the channel used by your transmission system. Overview of the channel indicator: Channel Channel indicator Frequency You hear the sound in 1 2.3 MHz mono 2 2.8 MHz mono 3 2.3 MHz + 2.
EKI830.book Seite 8 Donnerstag, 10. Mai 2012 2:02 14 Using the EKI 830 Using the EKI 830 Connecting headphones or an induction coupler The 3.5 mm jack socket of the receiver allows you to connect • headphones such as the Sennheiser HD 410/1029, PX 90, PMX 60/90, GP 03, • an induction coupler such as the Sennheiser EZT 3011 induction loop or the EZI 120 induction plates or • a connection cable with 3.5 mm jack plug to your hearing aid. Connecting headphones 왘 Connect the 3.
EKI830.book Seite 9 Donnerstag, 10. Mai 2012 2:02 14 Using the EKI 830 왘 Set your hearing aid to position “T”. If your hearing aid has no posi- tion “T”, please contact your hearing aid acoustician. For alternative connection possibilities to your hearing aid as well as the connection to cochlea implants, please contact your hearing aid acoustician.
EKI830.book Seite 10 Donnerstag, 10. Mai 2012 2:02 14 Using the EKI 830 Switching the receiver on and off WARNING Danger of hearing damage! This receiver allows you to set high volumes. This can cause hearing damage in persons with healthy hearing and especially in children. 왘 Before using the receiver, set the volume on the receiver to a low level and gradually increase the volume to a comfortable level. To switch the receiver on: 왘 Press the on/off button until the channel 1s ON/OFF indicator lights up.
EKI830.book Seite 11 Donnerstag, 10. Mai 2012 2:02 14 Cleaning and maintaining the EKI 830 Cleaning and maintaining the EKI 830 CAUTION Liquids can damage the electronics of the product! Liquids entering the housing of the product can cause a short-circuit and damage the electronics. 왘 Keep all liquids far away from the product. 왘 Do not use any cleansing agents or solvents. 왘 Only use a dry and soft cloth to clean the product.
EKI830.book Seite 12 Donnerstag, 10. Mai 2012 2:02 14 If a problem occurs ... If a problem occurs ... You cannot hear anything Possible cause Solution There are obstacles in the light path between receiver and transmission system Remove obstacles in the light path between receiver and transmission system to ensure a free line of sight between the two devices. The receiver is exposed to direct sunlight Avoid exposure to direct sunlight.
EKI830.book Seite 13 Donnerstag, 10. Mai 2012 2:02 14 Accessories Accessories Sennheiser recommend the following accessories for audio transmission: Cat. No. Accessory: Sennheiser headphones 002146 HD 410 003985 HD 1029 502861 PX 90 004917 PMX 60 502860 PMX 90 005225 GP 03 Cat. No. Sennheiser accessory for your hearing aid 502566 EZT 3011 induction loop 003448 EZI 120 induction plates In addition, the following EKI 830 accessories are available from your specialist dealer: Cat. No.
EKI830.book Seite 14 Donnerstag, 10. Mai 2012 2:02 14 Specifications Specifications Modulation FM Carrier frequencies 2.3 MHz/2.8 MHz Frequency response 50 Hz–16,000 Hz Signal-to-noise ratio (1 mV, peak deviation) typ. 75 dBA THD < 1% Operating time up to 12 hrs Charging time for rechargeable battery approx. 3 hrs Power supply BA 300 Lithium-Polymer rechargeable battery (3.7 V / 150 mAh) Weight approx. 50 g (with rechargeable battery) Dimensions approx.
EKI830.book Seite 15 Donnerstag, 10. Mai 2012 2:02 14 Manufacturer Declarations Manufacturer Declarations Warranty Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG gives a warranty of 24 months on this product. For the current warranty conditions, please visit our website at www.sennheiser.com or contact your Sennheiser partner. In compliance with the following requirements • RoHS Directive (2002/95/EC) • Battery Directive (2006/66/EC) The supplied rechargeable batteries can be recycled.
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EKI 830 Infrared bodypack receiver Bedienungsanleitung Instruction manual Notice d‘emploi Istruzioni per l’uso Instrucciones de uso Gebruiksaanwijzing Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany www.sennheiser.com Printed in Germany, Publ. 05/12, 549106/A01 EKI 830 Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co.
