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Pocketalker™ Pro Personal Amplifier

MANUAL AND USER GUIDE

PKT PRO Amplifier

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OVERVIEW

The POCKETALKER™ PRO is a versatile, high quality assistive listening device designed toimprove communications in difficult listening situations.ThePOCKETALKER™ PRO deliversclear, distinct sound, while its large,manageable control provides foreasy operation.

Use the POCKETALKER™ PRO toimprove listening on a one-to-onebasis, in small group situations,while listening to your favorite TVor radio programs, or while ridingin the car.

The POCKETALKER™ PRO is notsold, advertised, or intended for useas a personal hearing aid.WilliamsSound recommends that any indi-vidual experiencing hearing loss be examined by a physician todetermine the cause before usingamplification.



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Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Recycling Information . . . . . . . . . 7

Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Listening In Conversations . . . . 12

TV Listening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Using A Neckloop . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Hints & Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Battery Information . . . . . . . . . . 20

Advanced Features . . . . . . . . . . . 25

System Specifications. . . . . . . . . 28

Acoustic Specifications . . . . . . . 30

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

CONTENTS



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SAFETY INFORMATION

Hearing Safety:

CAUTION!This product is designed to amplifysounds to a high volume level whichcould potentially cause hearing dam-age if used improperly. To protectyour hearing and the hearing ofothers:

1. Make sure the volume is turneddown before putting on the ear-phone or headphone beforeadjusting the volume to a comfort-able level.

2. Set the volume level at the minimum setting that you need to hear.

3. If you experience feedback (asquealing or howling sound),reduce the volume setting andmove the microphone away fromthe earphone or headphone.



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4. Do not allow children or otherunauthorized persons to haveaccess to this product.

Battery Safety and Disposal:

CAUTION!This product is supplied with disposable Alkaline batteries. Do not attempt to recharge disposable batteries, which may explode, releasedangerous chemicals, cause burns,or other serious harm to the user or product.



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Pacemaker Safety:

CAUTION!1. Before using this product with a

pacemaker or other medical device,consult your physician or the manu-facturer of your pacemaker or other medical device.

2. If you have a pacemaker or othermedical device, make sure that youare using this product in accordance with safety guidelines established by your physician or the pacemaker manufacturer.



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RECYCLING INSTRUCTIONS

Help Williams Sound protect the environment! Please take the time to dispose of your equip-ment properly.

Product Recycling for Customersin the European Union:Please do NOT dispose of yourWilliams Sound equipment in thehousehold trash. Please take theequipment to an electronics recy-cling center; OR, return the productto the factory for proper disposal.

Battery Recycling for Customersin the European Union:Please do NOT dispose of used bat-teries in the household trash. Pleasetake the batteries to a retail or com-munity collection point for recycling.

8/15/06



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GETTING STARTED

1. Open the battery compartmentusing a coin in the slot in the bottom of the POCKETALKER™ PRO.

2. Press 2 AA batteries into place, being careful to observecorrect placement of (+) and (–)terminals.

+–

+ –

Battery Compartment

Rear of PockeTalker

AA Batteries

Use Coin Here

Note ProperPolarity

BATTERY INSTALLATION



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If you’re using rechargeable bat-teries, they must be chargedbefore use. See BatteryInformation on page 20.

The POCKETALKER™ PRO canalso be operated using theoptional TFP 008 charger/powersupply. If you’re using theoptional charger/power supply,make sure only rechargeablebatteries are installed.

3. Plug the microphone into the“MIC” jack and the earphone or

EAR MICVolume

�1

Mic Jack

Volume Control

On Indicator

Earphone Jack

POCKETALKER PRO ™ CONTROL PANEL



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headphone into the “EAR” jack.Your POCKETALKER™ PRO systemcomes with either the MiniEarphone (EAR 013),Wide RangeEarphone (EAR 008), LightweightHeadphone (HED 021), or Rear-Wear Headphone (HED 026).

4. Put on the earphone or headphone.

5. Turn on the POCKETALKER™ PROby turning the Volume Control.The green “on” indicator lightshould be lit.

6. Adjust the volume according toyour preferences.



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Microphone On/Off &Volume Control

Earphonejack

ChargingJack /AC powersupply

Earphone

Williams Sound

POCKETALKER™ PRO SET-UP



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LISTENING IN CONVERSATIONS

The POCKETALKER™ PRO picksup sounds and boosts themaccording to the volume you’veset. For best results, place or holdthe POCKETALKER™ PRO’s micro-phone as close as possible to the person with whom you’re speaking.

SEATED

Many users set the POCKETALKER™ PRO on a table if they’re in a restaurant or small group situation. Laying thePOCKETALKER™ PRO flat on the table surface provides superiorpickup to standing the POCKETALKER™ PRO upright.

STANDING OR WALKING

Many users place the POCKETALKER™ PRO in its Belt ClipCarry Case and attach it to theirbelt, pocket, or skirt.



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IN THE CAR

For conversations in the car, youcan use the optional microphoneextension cord (WCA 063 or WCA 007) and optional Lapel Clip(MIC 054) to attach the mic to theshirt or blouse of your fellow rider.

ON THE TELEPHONE

The POCKETALKER™ PRO can beused with the optional TELELINK™

Phone Coupler (TEL 001) for listen-ing to phone conversations at aclear and comfortable volume. Seethe instructions (MAN 020) whichcome with the TELELINK.



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TV LISTENING

For TV listening,the POCKETALKER™ PROuses the optional 12 foot extensioncord (WCA 007 WC) to extend theearphone or mic cord.To use thePOCKETALKER™ PRO for TV listening:

1. Unplug the microphone fromthe top of the unit and plug itinto the optional extensioncord.Arrange the cord to reachthe loudspeaker of the TV andplug the other end into the POCKETALKER™ PRO.

Microphone(Clipped To TV) TV Extension Cord

Plug In Williams Sound Earphone

EXTENDING THE MIC FOR TV LISTENING



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2. Attach one of the self-adhesiveplastic clips to the TV, near theloudspeaker, as shown in the illustration.

3. Press the microphone into theplastic clip.

4. Turn on the TV and thePOCKETALKER™ PRO. Adjustthe volume on both as needed.

Plug Mount Microphone

MicrophoneClip

TV ListeningExtension Cord

PLACEMENT OF MIC CLIP ON TV



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USING A NECKLOOP

Williams Sound’s optional necklooptelecoil couplers magnetically couple the audio output from thePOCKETALKER™ PRO into a hearing aid equipped with a telephone coil.

The neckloop (NKL 001) worksonly with hearing aids equippedwith a telephone coil (T–Switch).

HOW TO USE THE NECKLOOP

1. Place the neckloop over yourhead and around your neck.

2. Slide the bead upwards to a comfortable position.This helpskeep the neckloop in optimalposition for coupling with yourhearing aid.

3. Plug the neckloop into the earphone jack on the POCKETALKER™ PRO.



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4. Turn the POCKETALKER™ PROon and set the volume control to“3”, or about half of full volume.

5. Turn the switch on your hearingaid to the “T”position and adjustthe volume for comfortable listening.

6. If the sound is weak, increase the volume on the POCKETALKER™ PRO, then on your hearing aid.

Bead

Slide the bead upwards to a comfortable position.

USING THE NECKLOOP



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HINTS & TIPS

The POCKETALKER™ PRO hasbeen designed to be as easy to useas possible. However, if you havetrouble, check the following:

1. Make sure the microphone isplugged into the “MIC” jack andthe earphone or headphone isplugged into the “EAR” jack.

2. Make sure the batteries are not depleted and have beeninserted correctly into the bat-tery compartment.

3. If rechargeable, make sure thebatteries are sufficientlycharged.

4. If you experience a howling orsquealing sound, this is calledfeedback. Depending on the ear-phone or headphone used, youcan sometimes get feedbackwhen the volume control isturned higher than 3 or 31⁄2.



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To eliminate feedback, turndown the volume control ormove the microphone furtheraway from the earphone orheadphone.

5. The POCKETALKER™ PRO ear-phone jack is a mono jack,designed for mono earphonesand headphones. If you usestereo earphones or headphoneswith the POCKETALKER™ PRO,only one side of the headphoneswill work.

6. If the steps above don’t solvethe problem, contact yourWilliams Sound Dealer for fur-ther instructions.



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BATTERY INFORMATION

The POCKETALKER™ PRO oper-ates on either two (2) standard AAalkaline batteries, two (2) NiMH AArechargeable batteries, or theoptional 3V Charger.

INSTALLING BATTERIES

1. Open the battery compart-ment using a coin in the slot in the bottom of the POCKETALKER™ PRO.

2. Press 2 AA batteries into placeover the black ribbon. Be carefulto observe correct placement ofthe (+) and (–) terminals.

3. Close the battery compartmentby pressing the lid shut.



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+–

+ –

Battery Compartment

Rear of PockeTalker

AA Batteries

Use Coin Here

Note ProperPolarity

BATTERY INSTALLATION



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USING RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES

The optional Rechargeable Battery Kit (BAT KT3) helps youoperate your POCKETALKER™ PROmore economically.Note: The BAT KT3 is only avail-able for 110 VAC mains power(North America).

The kit includes two (2) NiMH AArechargeable batteries and a 3V charger.These batteries are shipped in a discharged state and must be charged for 18 hours before using.

1. Install the two (2) NiMH batter-ies according to the steps onpage 20.

2. Make sure the POCKETALKER™ PRO is turned off.

3. Plug the charger into the charg-ing jack on the side panel of thePOCKETALKER™ PRO.



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4. Plug the charger into a wall outlet.

The indicator light on the POCKETALKER™ PRO will glowred while charging. Batteriesshould be fully charged in about18 hours.

WARNING:

Do not attempt to recharge disposable batteries!

ChargerWall Outlet PKTR PRO

Charging Jack

RECHARGEABLE BATTERY KIT SETUP



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USING THE POCKETALKER™ PROWITHOUT BATTERIES

To extend battery life, you mayoperate the POCKETALKER™ PROfrom the charger.

Because the charger must beplugged into a wall outlet, this ispractical when mobility is notimportant—for instance, whilewatching TV.

1. Remove any non-rechargeable batteries from the POCKETALKER™ PRO.Rechargeable batteries may be left in.

2. Plug the charger into the charg-ing jack on the side panel of thePOCKETALKER™ PRO, then intoa wall outlet.

3. Use the POCKETALKER™ PRO asyou would normally.



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ADVANCED FEATURES

TONE & GAIN CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS

It may not be necessary to adjusttone and gain controls. If it doesprove necessary, it’s best to haveyour audiologist perform theadjustments.

1. Open the battery compart-ment using a coin in the slot in the bottom of the POCKETALKER™ PRO.

2. Pull up and out on battery doorto open the back of the case.

3. See the diagram on the follow-ing page for Gain and ToneControl locations.

4. Use a small screwdriver or PLT 005 Tuning Wand to rotatethe controls.



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GAIN CONTROL

Adjusting the Gain Control modi-fies maximum amplification levelsto match your hearing ability.

Turning the gain control fullycounter-clockwise reduces the gain

ToneControl

GainControl

–+

– +

LOCATION OF TONE & GAIN CONTROLS



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to 25 dB max.Turning the gain con-trol fully clockwise boosts the gainto 49 dB max.This results in 135 dBmaximum SSPL with the EAR 013.

TONE CONTROL

The Tone Control lets you boosthigh frequency gain.

Turning the tone control fully clockwise boosts the HF gain by 10 dB at 5 kHz.Turning the tone control fully counter-clockwiseprovides flat response.

5. Close back of the case and battery door.



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POCKETALKER™ PRO SPECIFICATIONS

POCKETALKER™ PRO PERSONAL AMPLIFIER, MODEL PKT C1

Dimensions: 3-5/8"L x 2-3/8"W x 7/8" H (92.1mm x 60.3mm x 22.2mm)

Weight: 3.8 oz (110 g) with battery

Color & Material: Gray,shatter-proof polypropylene

Battery Type: 1.5V (AA) x 2 Alkaline (BAT 001) or Rechargeable AA NiMH(BAT 026)

Battery Life: 100 hours with alkaline batteries(BAT 001),40 hours/charge withrechargeable batteries (BAT 026),8 mA,nom.current drain

Microphone: Omnidirectional condenser,plug-mount-type,3.5 mm mini phone plug

Earphone: 3 Styles:mini earphone,wide rangeearphone,and lightweight head-phoneAll have dynamic,wide-rangeSamarium-Cobalt magnets,39" (1m)cords,3.5 mm mini phone plugs(mono),32 Ohm



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Controls: Volume:rotary on/off/volume con-trol;Gain:Internal rotary maximumgain control (screwdriver adjust);20–45 dB acoustic gain w/EAR013;Tone:Internal rotary tone con-trol (screwdriver adjust);+17 dB at16 kHz at max setting MicrophoneConnector: 3.5 mm mini phonejack (mono)

Earphone Connector: 3.5 mm mini phone jack (mono)

Charging Jack: External side jack,2.1mm,ChargerTFP 008 can also be used aspower supply (battery eliminator)

Frequency Response: 50 Hz–16 kHz,+1 –4 dB (electricalresponse)

Max.Distortion: .5% THD (electrical)

Max.Output Power: 125 mW into 16 Ohms (electrical)

NOTE:The POCKETALKER™ PRO is not sold, adver-tised, or intended for use as a personal hearingaid.Williams Sound recommends that any indi-vidual experiencing hearing loss be examinedby a physician to determine the cause beforeusing amplification.



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ACOUSTIC SPECIFICATIONSMeasured With EAR 008(PKTPRO1–1)/6cc Coupler

Maximum SSPL90: 114.7 dB at 1100 Hz

HF Avg SSPL90: 107.5 dB

HF Avg Full On Gain: 26.1 dB at 60 dB in

Reference Test Gain: 26.2 dB

Response Limit: 66.3 dB F1=200 Hz, F2=8 kHz

Total Harmonic Dist: 0.2% at 500 Hz0.2% at 800 Hz0.4% at 1600 Hz

250 500 1000 2000 4000Frequency (Hz)

80

90

100

110

dB S

PL

SSPL90 RESP.

80

90

100

110

Max Gain, Vol, Tone Min Gain, Max Vol, Max Tone

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500 1000Frequency (Hz)

50

60

70

80

dB S

PL

60 dB RESP.

50

60

70

80

Max Gain, Vol, Tone Max Gain, Max Vol, Min Tone

250 2000 4000

Gain ControlCurve

Tone ControlCurve



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Measured With EAR 013 (PKT PRO1–2)/2cc Coupler





Response Limit: 84.2 dB,F1=200 Hz, F2=8 kHz

Total Harmonic Distortion:1.8% at 500 Hz0.3% at 800 Hz0.3% at 1600 Hz

Gain ControlCurve

Tone ControlCurve

250 500 1000 2000 4000Frequency (Hz)

100

110

120

130

dB S

PL

SSPL90 RESP.

100

110

120

130


250 500 1000 2000 4000Frequency (Hz)

80

90

100

110

dB S

PL

60 dB RESP.

80

90

100

110




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Measured With HED 021 (PKT PRO1–3)/6cc Coupler





Response Limit: 82.6 dB,F1=200 Hz, F2=8 kHz

Total Harmonic Distortion: 3.8% at 500 Hz1.3% at 800 Hz0.9% at 1600 Hz

250 500 1000 2000 4000Frequency (Hz)

90

100

110

120

dB S

PL

SSPL90 RESP.

90

100

110

120


250 500 1000 2000 4000Frequency (Hz)

80

90

100

110

dB S

PL

60 dB RESP.

80

90

100

110


Gain ControlCurve

Tone ControlCurve



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ACCESSORIES

To order replacement accessoriesor optional products, contact yourdealer or Williams Sound Corp. at1–800–843–3544.

ACCESSORY PART #

Rechargeable Battery Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . BAT KT3(2 AA NiMH Batteries & Charger)

Plug Mount Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MIC 014

TV Listening Extension Cord (12’) . . . WCA 007 WC

Short Microphone Cord (39”) . . . . . . . . . WCA 063

Plastic Mic Clip. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PLC 004

Mic Lapel Clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MIC 060

Mic Windscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . WND 002

Belt Clip Case (Black Vinyl) . . . . . . . . . . . . CCS 001

System Case (Soft Nylon , Blue) . . . . . . . . . CCS 020

Belt Clip System Case (Black Vinyl) . . . . . . CCS 008

Telelink® Phone Coupler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TEL 001

Neckloop Telecoil Coupler . . . . . . . . . . . . NKL 001

Wide Range Earphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EAR 008

Mini Earphone (earbud). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EAR 013

Lightweight Headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . HED 021

Rear-Wear Headphone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HED 026



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LIMITED WARRANTYWilliams Sound products are engineered,designed and manufactured under carefully controlled conditions to provide you with many years of reliableservice. Williams Sound warrants the POCKETALKER™ PRO Amplifier againstdefects in materials and workmanship forFIVE (5) years. During the first five years from the purchase date, we will promptly repair or replace the POCKETALKER™ PRO Amplifier.

Microphones, earphones, headphones, bat-teries, chargers, cables, carry cases, and allother accessory products carry a 90-daywarranty.

WILLIAMS SOUND HAS NO CONTROLOVER THE CONDITIONS UNDER WHICHTHIS PRODUCT IS USED. WILLIAMSSOUND,THEREFORE, DISCLAIMS ALLWARRANTIES NOT SET FORTH ABOVE,BOTH EXPRESS AND IMPLIED,WITHRESPECT TO THE POCKETALKER™ PROAMPLIFIER, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMIT-ED TO,ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OFMERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR APARTICULAR PURPOSE.



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WILLIAMS SOUND SHALL NOT BE LIABLETO ANY PERSON OR ENTITY FOR ANYMEDICAL EXPENSES OR ANY DIRECT,INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAM-AGES CAUSED BY ANY USE, DEFECT, FAIL-URE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE PROD-UCT,WHETHER A CLAIM FOR SUCH DAM-AGES IS BASED UPON WARRANTY, CON-TRACT,TORT OR OTHERWISE. THE SOLEREMEDY FOR ANY DEFECT, FAILURE ORMALFUNCTION OF THE PRODUCT ISREPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT. NOPERSON HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO BINDWILLIAMS SOUND TO ANY REPRESENTA-TION OR WARRANTY WITH RESPECT TOTHE POCKETALKER™ PRO AMPLIFIER.UNAUTHORIZED REPAIRS OR MODIFICA-TIONS WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.

The exclusions and limitations set outabove are not intended to, and should notbe construed so as to contravene manda-tory provisions of applicable law. If anypart or term of this Disclaimer of Warrantyis held to be illegal, unenforceable or inconflict with applicable law by a court ofcompetent jurisdiction, the validity of theremaining portions of this Disclaimer ofWarranty shall not be affected, and all



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rights and obligations shall be construedand enforced as if this Limited Warrantydid not contain the particular part or termheld to be invalid.

If you experience difficulty with your sys-tem, call Toll-Free for Customer Assistance:

1-800-843-3544

If it is necessary to return the system forservice, your Customer ServiceRepresentative will give you a ReturnAuthorization Number (RA) and shippinginstructions.

Pack the system carefully and send it to:

Williams Sound Corp.Attn: Repair Dept.10321 West 70th StreetEden Prairie, MN 55344



POCKETALKER™ Pro Components

� POCKETALKER™ PRO Amplifier (PKT CI)

� Choice of:� Mini Earphone (EAR 013)� Wide Range Earphone

(EAR 008)� Lightweight Headphone

(HED 021)� Rear-Wear Headphone

(HED 026)� AA Alkaline batteries (2)

(BAT 001)� Plug Mount Mic (MIC 014)� Optional TV Listening

Extension Cord (WCA 007)� Belt Clip Case (CCS 001)� System Carry Case (CCS 008)� Instruction Manual



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