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1. hearing canal Position the directional microphone to the source of the sound see picture Look at the position of the sound source and adjust the direction of Babble accordingly Make sure that the rubber earpiece seals properly Do not force Babble into the ear This may cause discomfort or pain Babble needs to be fitted securely to the ear pointing forwards into the direction of your vision SWITCH ON AND OFF AND VOLUME Babble has an On Off switch and volume adjustment in a single switch NOTE Ensure that Babble is fitted properly without gaps between the earplug and the ear canal before switching the Babble on Turn the switch slowly until you notice a small click when Babble is switched on If you require stronger amplification continue to roll the switch into the same direction until a comfortable level of sound has been achieved Switching Off is done by turning the switch in the opposite direction past the resistance and until a click has been felt FEEDBACK If feedback high pitched sound is being experienced at any stage lower the volume or ensure that the earplug fits properly Push the Babble earplug further into the ear or change the earplug for a better size BATTERY REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT Keep the Babble upright with the battery compartment at the top Open the battery compartment and turn the Babble around to let the batteries fall out Replace the batteries as indicated in the picture Remove any sticker2. not use if uncomfortable 4 Slowly turn the wheel on the volume On Off switch until a click is felt or heard and slowly increase the volume to a comfortable level 5 Switch off after use to preserve the battery life IMPORTANT Babble contains small parts that could be dangerous if swallowed Keep Babble away from small children Babble is neither splash proof nor waterproof DO NOT SWITCH ON BEFORE FITTING BABBLE Switch on after placing Babble in your ear and adjust the volume switch to a comfortable sound level Please do not use Babble in extremely noisy environments If you experience any discomfort in your ears such as ringing reduce the level of volume or discontinue use HEALTH WARNING The makers of Babble advise that you to have regular check ups with a registered audiologist If any of the following symptoms persists please consult your doctor or audiologist 7 degeneration of your hearing ability sudden hearing loss g excessive build up of ear wax sensitivity or allergic reactions s any infection of the outer middle or inner ear HYGIENE Keep your Babble clean for optimum performance Do not share the Babble with others whilst using the same rubber earplug Remove the rubber earplug regularly and clean with an antiseptic cleaner SAFETY Do not use Babble in any situation where isolation from sound from the surrounding environment is inappropriate e g Do not use Babble when driving or operating ma
3. Dear Valued Customer Thank you for choosing Babble The Babble team at Creaties in Techniek is dedicated to providing you the highest quality products and prompt efficient customer care We are ready to answer any questions you might have regarding the use of our products Should there be any problems with B A B B L E your Babble products we are ready to help you in any way we can Should you have any comments on how we might improve our products or our service we re here to listen Please contact us at www Babble nl Technical specifications 2 elements array microphone Directivity Index DI 6dB Weight 6 grams Length 3 5 cm 2 microphones Maximum output 105 dB Maximum gain 40 dB RAN Earplugs S O e Frequency range 400 5 kHz Different colours available t p Aluminium storage case NY Batteries 2 batteries type zinc air 312 or silver oxide 392 A CONSIDERATIONS FOR USE USE BABBLE AS INTENDED Babble is meant to be used to improve speech intelligibility in situations where this is hampered by surrounding noise Babble can also be used to enhance sound at the theatre in restaurants and in front of the television QUICK USAGE GUIDE 1 Remove Babble from aluminium case 2 Fit the correct size rubber earplug firmly onto the Babble 3 Carefully place the rubber earplug side into the ear with the microphone side facing forward into the direction of the source of the sound Do not force and do
4. chinery INTERFERENCE Babble may be affected by electronic interference from mobile phones and or radio transmitters Do not use in combination with a mobile phone Babble is a switched electrical device Do not use anywhere where fumes or gasses can be ignited such as a petrol station or near explosive items MAINTENANCE Babble has no user serviceable parts Repairs need to be carried out by a qualified technician WARRANTY Babble is supplied with a full warranty for one year If you experience technical problems return the Babble to your supplier for repair or replacement together with the original invoice Items specifically excluded from warranty Damage due to neglect or inappropriate use Damage due to maintenance by unauthorised persons Damage due to repairs by unauthorised persons INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Babble is supplied in an aluminium container batteries and three rubber earplugs of different size small medium and large 1 Remove Babble from the aluminium storage container 2 Select the earplug that provides the best size for your ear and connect the earplug firmly to the Babble If the chosen earplug is too small Babble may cause feedback high pitched sound If the earplug size is too big you may find Babble uncomfortable to wear If none of the supplied earplugs fit consult a hearing aid specialist for a customised mould 3 Fit Babble in one ear ensuring that you do not push the earplug too far into the
5. hniek reserves the right to revise this document or withdraw it at any time without prior notice Creaties in Techniek van Diemenstraat 410 S16 1013 CR Amsterdam tel 31 20 638 37 88 fax 31 20 622 35 57 info babble nl www babble nl
6. hone may be too close to a transmitter or a transformer Try moving around and see if the hum goes away Keep Babble away from mobile phones or other wireless transmitters Ensure the microphones are not brushing against anything INCORREGT CORRECT COMPLIANCE NOTICE Creaties in Techniek declares that the product Babble is in conformity with the provisions of the following Council Directive Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC 89 336 EEG 92 31 EEG 93 68 EEG and Medical aids 93 42 EEG Copyright 2004 Creaties in Techniek All rights reserved Reproduction transfer distribution or storage of part or all of the contents in this document in any form without the prior written permission of Creaties in Techniek is prohibited Creaties in Techniek operates a policy of continuous development Creaties in Techniek reserves the right to make changes and improvements to any of the products described in this document without prior notice Under no circumstances shall Creaties in Techniek be responsible for any special incidental consequential or indirect damages howsoever caused The contents of this document are provided as is Except as required by applicable law no warranties of any kind either express or implied including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are made in relation to the accuracy reliability or contents of this document Creaties in Tec
7. modified by anyone other than a factory authorized service technician Warranty does not cover normal wear and tear on the product or any other physical damage unless the damage was the result of a manufacturing defect Creaties in Techniek is not liable for consequential damages due to any failure of equipment to perform as intended Creaties in Techniek shall bear no responsibility or obligation with respect to the manner of use of any equipment sold by it Creaties in Techniek specifically disclaims and negates any warranty of merchantability or fitness of use of such equipment including without limitation any warranty that the use of such equipment for any purpose will comply with applicable laws and regulations The terms of the warranty are governed by the laws of the Netherlands Creaties in Techniek will only accept returned products with prepaid shipping and with a return authorization number To receive a return authorization number call 31 20 638 37 88 Please see www Babble nl or contact Creaties in Techniek or any of its agents distributors or re sellers for complete warranty details TROUBLESHOOTING The Babble has no power Make sure the unit has batteries If the On Off switch does not work try a different set of batteries Make sure the batteries are installed correctly There is Feedback whistle noise Make sure you have no space between the rubber earplugs and your ear canal There is Hum Noise or interference The microp
8. s from the batteries and place the flat sides Positive outwards Replace the battery compartment For regular use zinc air type batteries type 312 are recommended For incidental use and longer periods of storage silver oxide batteries type 392 are preferred MAINTENANCE Babble is an advanced piece of electronics that was designed and produced with care Please handle Babble carefully Keep Babble and its small parts out of reach of children Keep Babble away from moisture Water may cause corrosion Keep Babble away from dirt and dust Performance may be reduced Keep Babble away from high temperatures Keep Babble away from frost and situations where condensation can form Do not attempt to open Babble Avoid damage to Babble from dropping onto hard surfaces or from being exposed to strong vibrations Do not use any chemicals or corrosive products on Babble for cleaning purposes Clean with a soft damp cloth only Do not paint Contact your supplier if Babble stops operating without obvious reason WARRANTY Creaties in Techniek warrants the Babble directional microphone and amplifier to be free from defects in workmanship and material under normal use and conditions for the useful lifetime of the product from date of purchase This warranty is only available to the original end purchaser of the product and cannot be transferred This warranty is void if damage occurred because of misuse or if the product has been repaired or
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