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Etymotic Research Isolator ER-6 User Manual

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  • Page 1 ER•6 U s e r M a n u a l ER•6i...
  • Page 2 6i Isolator earphones have 8 dB greater overall sensitivity and 8 dB more bass than the ER-6 earphones.The higher sound output and enhanced bass of the 6i make these earphones ideal for MP3, CD, DVD and other portable players, and eliminates the need for a headphone amplifier.
  • Page 3 ER•6 ER•6 Isolator earphones 5 ft. cord with 3.5 mm stereo plug 1 pair 2-flange eartips 1 pair foam eartips 2 replacement filters Filter changing tool Shirt clip Pouch (not shown)
  • Page 4 ER•6i 6i Isolator earphones 5 ft. cord with 3.5 mm stereo plug 1 pair white 3-flange eartips 1 pair foam eartips 2 replacement filters Filter changing tool Shirt clip (not shown) Pouch (not shown)
  • Page 5 In addition to flanged eartips, ETYMOTIC Isolator earphones are supplied with disposable foam eartips. Both types provide excellent sound reproduction when properly inserted. If the earphones seem to lack bass, insert the earplug deeper into the ear canal to obtain a better seal, or try the foam eartip option. Flanged eartips These reusable eartips should be cleaned regularly.
  • Page 6 Eartip Insertion Flanged eartip insertion • For best results, moisten the flanged eartip before insertion. • Carefully insert one earphone at a time while pulling up and out on the back of the ear. The earphone should seal deeply and comfortably in the ear canal.
  • Page 7 Filters ETYMOTIC Isolator earphones have special filters that smoothe the frequency response and prevent earwax from entering the earphones. These filters are located at the tip of the earphone and are visible when the eartip is removed. If the filters become clogged they should be replaced.

  • Page 8: Filter Replacement

    Changing Filters (ER•6) 1. Remove eartip. 3. Push the screw into the old filter with a slow twisting motion until it grabs the filter. ER-6 Filter Replacement notch groove 1. The filter has a groove in it which must line up with the notch on the earphone rim.

  • Page 9: Filter Removal

    Changing Filters (6i) 6i Filter Removal 1. Remove eartip. 3. Pull filter straight out. 6i Filter Replacement 1. The eartip has a clear plastic tab at the top. The filter has a notch that lines up with the tab. 2. Line up the tip of the screw with the middle of the filter and push the screw firmly into the filter with a slow twisting motion until it grabs...

  • Page 10: Proper Care

    Proper Care • Do not expose earphones to extreme temperatures. • Avoid dropping or strong impact. Extreme shock can damage the earphones. • Always leave an eartip on the earphone for shock protection. • Perspiration entering the nozzle may cause the earphone to temporarily stop working.

  • Page 11: Best Performance

    Caution Consult a physician or audiologist if you have excessive ear wax, difficulty inserting the eartips, or discomfort after prolonged use. ETYMOTIC Isolator earphones exclude most external sounds even at low listening levels. It is unsafe to use insert earphones while driving a motorized vehicle, operating machinery, bicycling or jog- ging, because you may not be alerted to potential danger.
  • Page 12 In Flight Use ETYMOTIC Isolator earphones were designed to provide exceptional sound quality when used with high-fidelity audio systems. Note that sound systems on some aircraft do not qualify as high-fidelity, which can produce noisy audio at normal listen- ing levels. An in-line volume control adapter (such as Radio Shack #42-2559) will solve the problem.

  • Page 13: Specifications

    Specifications Frequency response: 20 Hz to 16 kHz Tolerance: ±3 dB to 6 kHz, ±6 dB to 16 kHz re nominal Transducer type (ER-6): balanced armature Transducer type (ER-6i): balanced armature 1 kHz sensitivity (ER-6): 108 dB SPL for a 0.4 V input 1 kHz sensitivity (ER-6i): 108 dB SPL for a 0.126 V input Impedance (ER-6): 48 Ohms Impedance (ER-6i): 16 Ohms...

  • Page 14: Warranty

    Warranty Etymotic Research, Inc. warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship for a period of 90 days from the date of original purchase from an authorized Etymotic distributor or reseller. The warranty can be extended for up to one year if Etymotic receives an on-line warranty registration any time within the first 90 days.
  • Page 15 ETYMOTIC RESEARCH Inc. Etymotic Research has spent over twenty years developing in-the-ear technology for auditory research, precision monitoring and critical listening. ER has developed many innovative hearing technologies available today. ER products are used by musicians and others who insist on superior sound quality. Etymotic means “true to the ear.”...
  • Page 16 61 Martin Lane • Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 www.etymotic.com • 1-888-ETYMOTIC Isolator™ is a trademark of Etymotic Research, Inc. The Isolator™ earphones are covered by one or more of the following U.S. patents: #4,677,679, #4,763,753, #5,887,070 and other patents pending.

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