Set 880 Set 880 Digital TV Listening System Instruction manual Set 880 | 1
Contents Contents Important safety instructions ...................................................................... 3 Package contents ........................................................................................... 6 Product overview ........................................................................................... 7 Putting the Set 880 into operation ........................................................... 10 Setting up the transmitter ...........................................
Important safety instructions Important safety instructions E Read this instruction manual carefully and completely before using the product. E Always include this instruction manual when passing the prod- uct on to third parties. E Do not use an obviously defective product. E Only use the product in environments where wireless 2.4 GHz transmission is permitted. Preventing damage to health and accidents E These headphones allow you to set higher volumes than conven- tional headphones.
Important safety instructions – during lightning storms or – when not using the product for long periods of time. E Always ensure that the power supply unit is – in a safe operating condition and easily accessible, – properly plugged into the wall socket, – only operated within the permissible temperature range, – not exposed to direct sunlight for longer periods of time in order to prevent heat accumulation.
Important safety instructions Intended use/Liability This wireless TV headphone system is suitable for use with TV sets, hi-fi systems, and home cinema systems and can be connected to analog and digital audio sources. This product is intended for private domestic use only. It is not suitable for commercial use. This product is also not intended to be used with portable audio devices.
Package contents Package contents RR 800 stethoset receiver with built-in rechargeable battery TR 880 transmitter with charging station NT 5-10AW power supply unit with multi-country adapters (EU, UK, US, AU) 1 pair of ear pads for small ears 1 pair of ear pads for pressure-sensitive ears Optical digital cable, 1.5 m Stereo audio cable with 3.5 mm jack plugs, 1.5 m RCA adapter (3.
Product overview Product overview Overview of the RR 800 stethoset receiver 1 On Off 2 5 3 4 6 7 1 Ear pads, replaceable 2 Ear bows with on/off function 3 Volume buttons + and – 5 R marking for the right ear and L marking for the left ear 6 Built-in rechargeable battery 7 Charging contacts 4 Speech intelligibility button Set 880 | 7
Product overview Overview of the TR 880 transmitter A 1A 9 4 1 0 1 1 2 3 4 2 3 4 5 2 5 6 2 3 7 5 8 1 Battery LED , indicating the charging process/ remaining operating time of the receiver (see page 16 and 17) 2 Balance buttons for right ear R and left ear L 3 Hearing profile button for selecting the hearing profiles (see page 27) 4 Hearing profile LED , indicating the activated hearing profile (see page 27) 5 Audio source button for selecting the audio source (see page 23) 6 Cha
Product overview Overview of the Transmitter status LED Transmitter status LED – The transmitter... ... is in standby mode. lights up white ... and the stethoset receiver are connected. The speech intelligibility function is deactivated (see page 30). lights up blue ... and the stethoset receiver are connected. The speech intelligibility function is activated (see page 30). ... has detected an incompatible digital audio signal (see page 12).
Putting the Set 880 into operation Putting the Set 880 into operation Setting up the transmitter E Choose a suitable place near your sound source. E Separate the transmitter from other wireless devices in the room by at least 50 cm/20" to avoid interference. E Do not place the transmitter close to metal objects such as shelf bars, reinforced concrete walls, etc. as this can decrease the transmitter’s range.
Putting the Set 880 into operation Connecting the transmitter to audio sources You can connect the transmitter to a digital and/or an analog audio source (e.g. a TV and a stereo hi-fi system) and switch between the audio sources/inputs. You can also refer to the beginner’s video guides on how to connect your digital wireless headphone system to a TV: www.sennheiser.com/how-to-videos. E Switch your audio source off before connecting the transmitter.
Putting the Set 880 into operation Connection possibility A: optical (digital) To achieve the best possible listening experience, connect the transmitter to your TV or hi-fi system using the supplied optical digital cable. Note that your wireless headphone system only supports digital signals coded in the PCM format. Information on how to set the audio format of the connected audio source to PCM can be found in the Sound menu or in the instruction manual of your device.
Putting the Set 880 into operation Connection possibility B: 3.5 mm jack socket (analog) E Connect the stereo audio cable to the blue Analog 3.5 mm In audio input (3.5 mm jack socket) of the transmitter and to the 3.5 mm headphone socket of your audio source. Analog Audio B PHONES 1A TV VOLUME Adjust the volume of the headphone socket on your TV/audio source to at least a medium level. This improves the quality of wireless audio transmission.
Putting the Set 880 into operation C Connection possibility C: RCA sockets (analog) E Plug the RCA adapter onto the stereo audio cable. E Connect the stereo audio cable to the blue 3.5 mm jack socket of the transmitter. E Connect the RCA connectors to the RCA sockets (mostly labeled Analog Audio “AUDIO OUT” or ) of your audio source. Connect the red connector to the red RCA socket and the white connector to the white or black RCA socket.
Putting the Set 880 into operation Connecting the transmitter to the power supply system 1 Connect the connector of the power supply unit to the yellow socket of the transmitter. 2 Select a suitable country adapter and slide it onto the power supply unit until it clicks audibly into place. 3 Plug the power supply unit into the wall socket. All LEDs on the transmitter light up for 5 seconds. The transmitter is in standby mode.
Putting the Set 880 into operation Charging the stethoset receiver’s rechargeable battery A complete charging cycle takes about 3 hours. Before using the receiver for the first time, charge its rechargeable battery for a complete charging cycle without interruption. When the rechargeable battery is almost empty, you hear 2 beeps on the transmitter in the stethoset receiver. The Battery LED lights up white. The stethoset receiver switches off after a few minutes.
Putting the Set 880 into operation Battery LED Meaning The rechargeable battery is being 1 – 3 LED segments lit, charged. 4th LED segment flashes Up to 3/5 of the charge capacity is reached. st rd The rechargeable battery is being 1 – 4 LED segments lit, charged. 5th LED segment flashes Up to 4/5 of the charge capacity is reached. st th All LED segments lit The rechargeable battery is fully charged. Battery LED flashes rapidly A charging error/battery error has occurred (see page 32).
Putting the Set 880 into operation If the actual operating time differs widely from the specified values, the rechargeable battery is probably exhausted and should be replaced. Information on the rechargeable battery can be found on page 32. The display of the remaining operating time can be set so that it automatically switches off after 30 seconds (see page 36). If more than one stethoset receiver is connected to the transmitter, the remaining operating time/charge status cannot be displayed.
Putting the Set 880 into operation Using the charging reminder function When the stethoset receiver is switched off and the transmitter will automatically switches off (standby mode), the Battery LED flash back and forth for 10 minutes to remind you to charge the stethoset receiver. E Charge the stethoset receiver by placing it into the transmitter’s charging compartment (see page 16). The LED stops flashing and the charging process starts.
Putting the Set 880 into operation Selecting and replacing the ear pads You can choose between: • ear pads for larger ears (pre-mounted on delivery) • ear pads for smaller ears • ear pads for pressure-sensitive ears To replace the ear pads: 1 Carefully remove the ear pads from the stethoset receiver. 2 Put the other ear pads on the stethoset receiver. 1 2 Spare ear pads in different materials and forms are available from your Sennheiser partner.
Using the Set 880 Using the Set 880 Switching the wireless headphone system on WARNING Danger of hearing damage due to high volumes! This receiver allows you to set higher volumes than conventional devices. Constant high-volume use can cause hearing damage. E Before putting the stethoset receiver on, set the volume on the receiver to a low level. E Do not expose yourself to high volume levels for extended periods of time.
Using the Set 880 Switching the wireless headphone system off E Take the stethoset receiver off so that the ear bows fold inwards. The stethoset receiver automatically switches off after 20 seconds. The transmitter automatically switches off (standby) when there is no stethoset receiver connected. The Transmitter status LED goes off. E Always store the stethoset receiver in the transmitter’s charging compartment to ensure that it is fully charged when needed. The charging process starts (see page 16).
Using the Set 880 Switching between the audio sources If e.g. a TV and a stereo hi-fi system are connected simultaneously to the transmitter, you can switch between the two audio sources. The selected audio source is not permanently displayed. To check the selected audio source: E Switch the stethoset receiver on by putting it on (see page 21). E Briefly press the Audio source button on the transmitter.
Using the Set 880 Wearing the stethoset receiver E Wear the stethoset receiver so that it hangs freely from your ears and rests lightly on your chest. When putting the stethoset receiver on, observe the L (left) and R (right) markings on the rear of the ear bows. The volume buttons face away from your body to facilitate ease of use. E Wear the stethoset receiver so that – the ear pads are positioned just in front of your ear canals. – you feel a gentle pressure on your ears.
Using the Set 880 Adjusting the volume Vol + Vol - WARNING Danger of hearing damage due to high volumes! E Before putting the stethoset receiver on, set the volume on the receiver to a low level. E Do not expose yourself to high volume levels for extended periods of time. E Press the volume button + or the volume button – until the volume is adjusted to a comfortable level. When the minimum or maximum volume is reached, you hear a beep in the stethoset receiver.
Using the Set 880 Adjusting the balance The balance buttons allow for left/right volume adjustment. Adjust the balance so that you hear equally well with both ears. The balance setting is stored on the stethoset receiver. If you are using several receivers with a transmitter, the respective receivers are optimally adjusted to match the personal hearing preferences of the users (e.g. you and your partner).
Using the Set 880 Selecting a hearing profile for sound enhancement The hearing profiles allow you to alter the sound of the audio signal in order to improve the speech intelligibility and to adjust the sound to suit your preferences. The profiles are used to specifically change certain frequency ranges by e.g. boosting or attenuating low-frequency or high-frequency tones.
Using the Set 880 Activated hearing profile Hearing profile LED Hearing profile 4 4th LED segment lit Hearing profile 5 Sound enhancement Compression High-frequency tones are strongly yes boosted to provide a crystal-clear sound, especially for sibilants and highfrequency tones such as twittering of birds. Low-frequency tones are attenuated so yes that they cannot mask high-frequency tones. 5th LED segment lit A graphic representation of the hearing profiles can be found on page 45.
Using the Set 880 Selecting a hearing profile To select the hearing profile that best suits you, proceed as follows: 1 Switch your audio source on and select a program where speech is foregrounded. 2 Put the stethoset receiver on and make sure that only this receiver is connected to the transmitter. Otherwise, a hearing profile cannot be adjusted. ON 2...4 3 Use the L and R buttons on the transmitter to adjust the balance (see page 26).
Using the Set 880 Activating/deactivating the speech intelligibility function When speech is mixed with annoying background noise, speech may be difficult to understand. The speech intelligibility function automatically detects and reduces annoying background noise. The audio signal is permanently analyzed and adjusted accordingly so speech is foregrounded and easier to understand.
Cleaning and maintaining the Set 880 Cleaning and maintaining the Set 880 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. E Keep all liquids far away from the product. E Do not use any solvents or cleansing agents. To clean the wireless headphone system: E Switch your wireless headphone system off and disconnect the transmitter from the socket before cleaning.
Cleaning and maintaining the Set 880 Replacing the stethoset receiver’s rechargeable battery The BAP 800 rechargeable battery of the stethoset receiver is compactly built into the receiver housing and does not have to be replaced or removed. If the operating time of the stethoset receiver decreases drastically or if a charging error is displayed during charging (see page 16), the rechargeable battery may be exhausted or defective and has to be replaced.
Using additional functions Using additional functions The following additional functions are not required for normal use of the wireless headphone system. You can, however, extend the potential use of the system and adjust some of the functions to your individual needs. Pairing one or several stethoset receivers with the transmitter The stethoset receiver and the transmitter of your wireless headphone system are factory pre-paired.
Using additional functions Switching between stereo and mono operation With certain sound recordings, voice or audio signals are recorded on one channel only (right or left stereo channel). This can result in a loss of individually recorded voices or instruments, especially when you have changed the balance setting. In order to avoid this effect, you can switch between stereo and mono operation. This setting is saved on the transmitter, independent of the stethoset receiver you are using.
Using additional functions Advanced settings The advanced settings allow you to adjust the wireless headphone system to your individual needs and to protect the settings against accidental changes. Activating the protected settings mode You can change the advanced settings by activating the protected settings mode: 1 Disconnect the transmitter from the power supply system by unplugging the connector of the power supply unit.
Using additional functions Battery status display This setting is saved on the transmitter, independent of the stethoset receiver you are using. To change the battery status display: E Make sure that the protected settings mode is activated (see page 35). E Press the Balance button L. Status and display of the Function/behavior Battery LED permanently activated The current charge status is (operation and charging)* permanently displayed during charging.
Using additional functions Settings protection function The settings protection function prevents accidental adjustment of the hearing profile and the balance setting (this protection function is saved on the stethoset receiver). Switching between stereo and mono operation on the transmitter is no longer possible (this protection function is saved on the transmitter).
Using additional functions Restoring the factory default settings To restore the transmitter to the factory settings: 1 Disconnect the transmitter from the power supply system by unplugging the connector of the power supply unit. 2 Simultaneously press and hold the buttons L, and R. 3 Connect the transmitter to the power supply system by connecting the connector of the power supply unit to the yellow socket of the transmitter while keeping the 3 buttons pressed for at least 3 seconds.
Using additional functions Charging the rechargeable battery using the MCA 800 charging adapter If you have purchased an additional stethoset receiver or an optional MCA 800 charging adapter, you can also charge the stethoset receiver using the charging adapter. WARNING Interference due to magnetic fields! The MCA 800 charging adapter generates stronger permanent magnetic fields that could cause interference with cardiac pacemakers and implanted defibrillators (ICDs).
If a problem occurs ... If a problem occurs ... Problem Possible cause Possible solution The transmitter does not switch on No connection to the power supply Check the connections of the power system. supply unit. Page 15 The rechargeable battery is empty. Recharge the rechargeable battery. The headphones cannot be The rechargeable battery is deep switched on discharged. Recharge the rechargeable battery for several hours.
If a problem occurs ... Problem Sound only on one ear Sound is less spatial Sound is distorted Possible cause Possible solution Page The balance is misadjusted. Adjust the balance. 26 The audio cable is not properly conCheck the audio plug connection. nected. 11 Use an adapter (mono to stereo jack The TV has only a mono headphone socket) to connect the transmitter to socket. the TV. – Mono operation is activated. Activate stereo operation. 34 The audio cable is defective.
If a problem occurs ... Leaving the range of the transmitter The range of the transmitter largely depends on environmental conditions such as wall thickness, wall composition etc. If the headphones leave the range of the transmitter, the audio first cuts out occasionally until it finally cuts out completely. You hear alerts in the stethoset receiver. If you re-enter the transmission range within 5 minutes, the connection is automatically re-established.
Specifications Specifications Set 880 system Carrier frequency Modulation Signal-to-noise ratio 2.4 to 2.4835 GHz 8-FSK Digital analog input: typ. 83 dBA at 1 Vrms digital input: > 90 dBA max.
Specifications TR 880 transmitter digital input: optical supported data streams: PCM, 32 - 96 kHz/16 - 24 bit analog input: 3.5 mm jack socket input voltage range: 0.15 to 4.0 Vpk Connections Power supply Power consumption Dimensions (W x H x D) 5V ,1A operation: typ. 1 W standby: 0.5 W (without charging) approx.
Manufacturer Declarations Warranty Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG gives a warranty of 24 months on this product. For the current warranty conditions, please visit our website at www.sennheiser.com or contact your Sennheiser partner. FOR AUSTRALIA ONLY Sennheiser goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage.
Manufacturer Declarations The separate collection of waste electrical and electronic equipment, batteries/rechargeable batteries and packagings is used to promote the reuse and recycling and to prevent negative effects caused by e.g. potentially hazardous substances contained in these products. Herewith you make an important contribution to the protection of the environment and public health.
Manufacturer Declarations RF Radiation Exposure Information Since the radiated output power of this device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, it is not subjected to routine RF exposure evaluation as per Section 2.1093 of the FCC rules. This device meets FCC RF exposure guidelines for an uncontrolled environment. The transmitter of this device should be installed and operated at least 20 cm away from the user’s body.
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