Table of Contents Important Safety Information Introduction Product Diagram What’s Included Ideal TV Ears Placement Installation Step 1 - Place & Power the Transmitter Step 2 - Optical Digital Installation Step 2.1 - RCA Analog Installation Step 2.2 - 3.5mm Cord Analog Installation Step 2.3 - Coaxial Digital Installation...
Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the TV Ears product to rain or moisture. The TV Ears product should not be exposed to dripping or splashing liquids. Do not place objects filled with liquid such as vases on or near the TV Ears product.
Towards the back of the manual, you will find information on our warranty, technical specifications of your product, and support contact information just in case you have any questions. Again, we welcome you to the TV Ears family and wish you happy TV listening!
Product Diagram Speaker Headphone Ports 360º Receiver (front) Volume Knob Speaker 360º Receiver (back) Power Port Music Port Digital Connectivity Light Transmitter Charging Cradles Charging Lights Infrared Signal Lights...
What’s Included 5.0 Dual Digital Transmitter Wireless 5.0 Speaker Optical Digital Audio Cord RCA Analog Audio Cord 3.5mm Analog Audio Cord Two AC Power Adapters...
Ideal TV Ears Placement Every wireless TV Ears system utilizes infrared technology to send audio signals from the transmitter to the speaker. Infrared technology requires a direct line-of-sight from the transmitter to the receiver (or speaker) to successfully transmit audio signals. Therefore, when installing any wireless TV Ears system, you will have to be sure the transmitter has a direct line- of-sight with the speaker when the speaker is in use.
Step 1 - Place & Power the Transmitter This step explains where to place the transmitter for the best performance as well as how to power the transmitter. The infrared diodes on the transmitter must be in direct line-of- sight with the speaker when using the system for best performance. There cannot be anything blocking the direct signal, otherwise there will be no audio received and no sound heard.
Step 2 - Optical Digital Installation This step will instruct you on how to connect the TV Ears transmitter to your television, satellite, or cable box using an optical digital audio cord. • If you cannot get to the back of your TV, you can also use these instructions to install the system to your cable or satellite box.
• Your TV’s audio settings may be set to “variable” or “fixed”. If you want to be able to control your TV volume level separate from your TV Ears volume level, you will need to make sure your TV is set to “fixed”. Contact your TV manufacturer for assistance.
• If you connect the 3.5mm audio cord to the Headphone port on your TV, your TV Ears will still function properly, but the sound to your television speakers will be muted. The port is usually labeled with an icon that looks like the following: Plug one end of the 3.5mm audio cord into the “Audio Out”...
• Your TV’s audio settings may be set to “variable” or “fixed”. If you want to be able to control your TV volume level separate from your TV Ears volume level, you will need to make sure your TV is set to “fixed”. Contact your TV manufacturer for assistance.
Step 3 - Place and Power the Speaker This step will instruct you on how to power up the speaker. • On the top of the 5.0 Speaker there is a 360º signal receiving dome for strong audio reception wherever it is placed and regardless of the direction it is facing.
Use an iPod or other Music Player The 5.0 Speaker has the ability to play music from an iPod or other music player through a direct connection on the back of the speaker.
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When charging a headset in the back cradle, the right of the two charging lights will illuminate. • Refer to page 4 for a diagram of the product. • The 5.0 Dual Digital Transmitter is compatible with 5.0 Headsets. • Headsets are sold separately.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the TV Ears product has been damaged in any way, such as when the power-supply cord is damaged, liquid has been spilled on the product, objects have fallen into the product, the product has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, has been dropped, cracked, or has been broken.
(consult your television manual or manufacturer). When the TV is set to a “Variable” audio out setting, the volume of the TV Ears speaker will be the same volume as the TV.
Repairs or alterations performed by non-authorized TV Ears representatives will void the warranty and may damage the equipment. Also, if the TV Ears product is taken outside of the US the warranty becomes void. This warranty is provided at the discretion of TV Ears, Inc. and...
Manufacturer Declarations TV Ears Declaration All content, marks, and brand logos are property of TV Ears, Inc. TV Ears, Inc. reserves the right to change product content and product specifications without notice. CE Declaration of Conformity TV Ears is in compliance with the essential safety requirements and other relevant provisions of Standard IEC 60065:2001 + Ammd 1:2005 / EN 60065:2002 and Directive 2004/108/EC;...
Technical Specifications Speaker Specifications Power Supply - DC Switching Power Supply 12V, 0.8A Max SPL - 90 dB Weight - 3.15 lbs (50.4 oz) Dimensions (H x W x D) - 4.25” x 11” x 6.5” (10.8cm x 28cm x 16.5cm) Transmitter Specifications Audio Microphone Connection - Optical Digital/Coaxial Digital/RCA Analog/Mini Headphone Analog...
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Item Number - 11841 | MSRP $299.95 This is our advanced television listening system with analog and digital connectivity. Includes two 5.0 Headsets, one Dual Digital Transmitter, and accessories. TV Ears 5.0 Dual Digital with Speaker Item Number - 11941 | MSRP $399.95 This is our advanced wireless speaker system with analog and digital connectivity.
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Contact Information Register Your Product Online at www.tvears.com/warranty www.tvears.com www.facebook.com/tvearsinc twitter: @tvears 888-883-3277 - Sales Main Line 866-611-9934 - Support 888-958-7899 - Fax info@tvears.com - Email TV Ears, Inc. 2701 Via Orange Way Spring Valley, CA 91978...
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TV Ears 5.0 Headset Addendum TV Ears 5.0 Headset User Manual Voice Clarifying Circuitry ®...
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Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the TV Ears product to rain or moisture. The TV Ears product should not be exposed to dripping or splashing liquids. Do not place objects filled with liquid such as vases on or near the TV Ears product.
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Product Diagram Headset Foam Ear Tips Bow Arm On/Off & Volume Dial Tone Dial For assistance, call us at 866-611-9934...
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Ideal TV Ears Placement Every wireless TV Ears system utilizes infrared technology to send audio signals from the transmitter to the headset. Infrared technology requires a direct line-of-sight from the transmitter to the receiver (or headset) to successfully transmit audio signals. Therefore, when installing any wireless TV Ears system, you will have to be sure the transmitter has a direct line- of-sight with the headset when the headset is in use.
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14 hours before first use is recommended to help prolong the lifespan of the battery. • The TV Ears headset will last around 6 hours on a full charge, but will last a lesser or greater amount of time depending on the average volume level of the headset.
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Adjust Headset Pressure The TV Ears headset is made to fit the average adult head, but can be adjusted to improve the comfort and fit. If the headset is too tight or there is too much pressure on your ears after long...
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Troubleshooting How do I charge the headset? Turn the headset off and gently place into the charging cradle of the transmitter. Be sure the charging light on the front of the transmitter illuminates. See Step 3 of Installation. How do I know the headset is charging? The left most light on the front of the transmitter will illuminate green if there is a headset in the front cradle.
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Contact Information Register Your Product Online at www.tvears.com/warranty www.tvears.com www.facebook.com/tvearsinc twitter: @tvears 888-883-3277 - Sales Main Line 866-611-9934 - Support 888-958-7899 - Fax info@tvears.com - Email TV Ears, Inc. 2701 Via Orange Way Spring Valley, CA 91978...
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