S1 PASSIVE Instruction manual
Contents Contents Important safety information .................................................................................. 2 The S1 PASSIVE headset ............................................................................................ 3 Delivery includes ........................................................................................................ 4 Product overview .......................................................................................................
Important safety information Important safety information 왘 Please 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 This instruction manual is also available on the Internet at www.sennheiser-aviation.com or www.sennheiser.com. Preventing health problems and accidents 왘 Always maintain a distance of at least 3.
The S1 PASSIVE headset Intended use Intended use of the product includes • having read and understood this instruction manual, especially the chapter “Important safety information”, • using the product within the operating conditions and limitations described in this instruction manual. “Improper use” means using the product other than as described in this instruction manual, or under operating conditions which differ from those described herein.
Delivery includes Delivery includes S1 PASSIVE headset Transport case for headset and accessories 3.5 mm audio cable (OMTP compatible) 3.5 mm adapter cable (AT&T compatible) Cable clip Wind and pop screen Belt clip S1 PASSIVE Safety Guide Quick Guide Safety guide and quick guide A list of accessories can be found on the S1 PASSIVE product page at www.sennheiser-aviation.com or www.sennheiser.com. For information on suppliers, contact your local Sennheiser partner: • www.sennheiser-aviation.
Product overview Product overview Overview of the headset 1 2 A 5 3 4 1 Headband padding 2 Ear pads 3 Microphone sensitivity control 4 Microphone 5 Contact pressure slide switch Before wearing the headset, remove the protective foil A from the Sennheiser logo.
Product overview Overview of the control unit 0 6 7 8 9 C B A 6 7 8 9 0 Mono /stereo switch MUTING OFF/ON switch Power OFF/ON switch Power LED Volume control 6 | S1 PASSIVE A 5.25 mm jack plug (PJ-068 equivalent) B ¼” (6.35 mm) jack plug (PJ-055 equivalent) C 3.
Putting the S1 PASSIVE into operation Putting the S1 PASSIVE into operation Connecting the headset to the intercom 왘 Connect the jack plugs of the control unit B to the corresponding jack sockets of your intercom. A Jack plug of the control unit Jack socket of the intercoms 5.25 mm jack plug A Microphone input ¼” (6.
Putting the S1 PASSIVE into operation Type of use Type Operating time Muting Alkaline batteries/ rechargeable batteries approx. 200 hrs Lithium batteries approx. 220 hrs If the battery capacity is low, the headset automatically switches off to protect the batteries/rechargeable batteries from total discharge and leakage. 왘 Replace the batteries or recharge the rechargeable batteries. Connecting an audio device or mobile phone to the control unit The control unit’s 3.
Putting the S1 PASSIVE into operation Connecting AT&T compatible mobile phones 왘 Use the supplied audio cable together with the adapter cable when connecting mobile phones from Apple® iPhone®, Motorola® and BlackBerry®. ON If the supplied connection cables are not compatible with your mobile phone, contact your mobile phone manufacturer for information on suitable connection possibilities.
Putting the S1 PASSIVE into operation Attaching the cable clip The cable clip allows you to attach the headphone cable to your clothing so that the cable doesn’t hinder or distract you. 1 Guide the headphone cable through the cable clip. 2 Attach the cable clip to your clothing. 3 Loop the cable through the clip so that the headphone cable doesn‘t hinder you. 1 2 Replacing the design caps Design caps in different finishes and with individual imprints are available from your Sennheiser partner.
Using the S1 PASSIVE Using the S1 PASSIVE Individually adjusting the headset and wearing it Adjusting the headband For good noise attenuation and best possible comfort, the headset has to be adjusted to properly fit your head. To do so, you can adjust the headband. 1 Wear the headset so that the headband runs over the top of your head.
Using the S1 PASSIVE Adjusting the contact pressure The S1 PASSIVE allows you to choose your preferred contact pressure setting, which offers a good balance between best possible noise attenuation and still comfortable contact pressure. In order to achieve greater noise attenuation, a higher contact pressure is required. 1 Tilt the ear cups by approx. 45° to release the mechanics of the slide switches. 2 Use the 3-step slide switches to change the contact pressure for each ear cup.
Using the S1 PASSIVE Switching the control unit on/off If you are using the headset together with an audio device or mobile phone, the control unit must be switched on. 왘 Set the Power OFF/ON switch to the position ON. ON The control unit is switched on. The Power LED lights up, indicating the charge status of the batteries/rechargeable batteries. OFF ON OFF The control unit is switched off. The Power LED goes off.
Using the S1 PASSIVE Muting connected devices If the MUTING OFF/ON switch is set to the position ON, any audio and phone transmission is muted once ATC communications have been established. When the ATC conversation is over, the muting is automatically canceled. 1 Set the Power OFF/ON switch to the position ON.
Using the S1 PASSIVE Activating the “auto shut-off” function The “auto shut-off” function automatically switches the headset off when it is disconnected from the intercom or when the aircraft avionics are switched off. With the “auto shut-off” function activated, the operating time is increased. The headset is delivered ex-works with the function deactivated. 1 Remove the belt clip from the control unit and open the battery compartment cover. 2 Set the Auto Shut-Off switch to the position ON.
Transporting the S1 PASSIVE Transporting the S1 PASSIVE The headset comes with a transport case. To ensure optimum protection of the headset when not in use or during transport, you should store the headset in the supplied transport case. Folding up the headset For space-saving stowage, e.g. in your pilot’s case, you can fold the headset compactly. 왘 Fold the right ear cup inwards.
Cleaning and maintaining the S1 PASSIVE Cleaning and maintaining the S1 PASSIVE 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 solvents or cleansing agents. 왘 Before cleaning, pull out the plugs of the product from the connections in the aircraft. 왘 Only use a soft, dry cloth to clean the product.
If a problem occurs ... Replacing the ear pads 1 Grasp the edge of the ear pad and peel it up and away from the ear cup. 2 Slide the new ear pad onto the ear cup. 1 2 Replacing the wind screen 1 Pull the wind screen from the microphone. 2 Carefully slide the new wind screen over the microphone. 1 2 If a problem occurs ... Problem Possible cause Solution Power LED 9 does not light up on switch-on The batteries/ rechargeable batteries are flat.
Accessories and spare parts Problem Possible cause Solution Page Microphone volume too low or too high The microphone sensitivity is not adjusted properly for the intercom used. Adjust the microphone sensitivity on the headset or on the intercom. 15 No audio signal (headset is not connected to the on-board DC power supply system) The “auto shut-off” function is activated. Set the Auto Shut-Off switch to the position OFF.
Specifications Specifications Headset Transducer principle Ear coupling Frequency response Impedance Characteristic SPL Max. SPL THD Contact pressure, adjustable Acoustic attenuation-NRR Microphone incl.
Specifications Connector assignment 5.25 mm jack plug (PJ-068 equivalent) 1 Not assigned 2 Microphone High 3 Microphone Low ¼” (6.
Manufacturer declarations Manufacturer declarations Warranty Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG gives a warranty of 5 years on this product. For the current warranty conditions, please visit our website at www.sennheiser-aviation.com or www.sennheiser.com or contact your Sennheiser partner. In compliance with the following requirements • RoHS Directive (2002/95/EC) • WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC) CE Declaration of Conformity • EMC Directive (2004/108/EC) The declaration is available at www.sennheiser.com.
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