Faro AIR, User Manual

Page 1: ...AIR IN EAR AVIATION HEADSET User Guide ...

Page 2: ...reathe aviation We love pilots planes and everything aviation has to offer We encourage you to visit www FaroAviation com where you will find free videos tutorials and articles from some of the world s best flight instructors Your headset is backed by an amazing warranty Please feel free to reach out to Faro for any questions and we always appreciate your feedback Thank you for choosing Faro as yo...

Page 3: ...tion 7 Adjusting Headband 8 Using Position Clips 8 Inserting Ear Tips 9 Using AIR Adjusting Volume 10 Microphone Placement 11 Auxiliary Audio 12 Stereo Mono Setting 13 Good to know Pro Tips 14 Common Questions 15 Technical Specifications 17 Product Warranty 18 Product Registration 20 Connect with Faro 20 ...

Page 4: ...thod and to use standard cockpit resource management skills to minimize distraction Aircraft sounds such as engines propellers warning alarms and other sound sources may sound differently when using a new headset When listening to an audio source via your Faro AIR headset please limit the volume to safe levels to ensure you are able to hear communication and warning alarms from your aircraft Do no...

Page 5: ... the unlikely event that you experience any issues with your headset please contact FARO priority customer service to promptly receive troubleshooting tips or replacement USA Priority Customer Service 1 855 359 3276 International Customer Service 1 703 286 2700 Pilot Support Email Team FaroAviation com Visit Us Online at www FaroAviation com ...

Page 6: ...ovide each new user with a new pair of ear tips and change them whenever they appear soiled 1 Use clean hands whenever changing ear tips 2 If you are not sure which size to use start with the standard medium size This fits the majority of users You may find different sized tips fit each of your ears best 3 Screw in the ear tips until they are secure 6 ...

Page 7: ...t Orientation AIR offers maximum comfort due to its lightweight and simple design The headset band should be placed behind your head not over the head This will position the microphone in front of your lips 7 ...

Page 8: ...table when the headset is on To make adjustments to the headband hold the metal band in front of you and use both hands to apply equal pressure to expand or contract the size as desired Using Position Clips Use the clips provided to affix the AIR headset to your apparel This will maintain the headset in a consistent position and offer strain relief 8 ...

Page 9: ... them with your fingers 2 Use your opposite hand to pull your ear firmly back and upward to open the ear canal 3 Quickly insert the entire compressed ear tip gently into the ear canal and release your hold on the ear When properly placed foam should not be visible from the outside 4 Continue to hold the tip in place for about 10 seconds until the foam expands 9 ...

Page 10: ...ded to start at the lowest setting and gradually increase the volume until the desired level is found The overall headset volume is set based on controller s settings as well as the aircraft s intercom or radio Caution Avoid setting the volume levels too high Exposure to loud sounds may damage your hearing ...

Page 11: ...tely 1 8 from the lips To adjust the microphone placement bend the flexible boom to the desired location If your speech is broken over the intercom or you find that you need to speak loudly to activate the microphone you need to adjust the squelch setting on your aircraft avionics to the proper level ...

Page 12: ... such as a portable audio device or a GPS via the provided 3 5 mm cable You will find the auxiliary input on the side of your audio controller Tip Be sure to have the auxiliary audio at a volume that ensures you do not miss any important communications or aircraft sounds Using AIR ...

Page 13: ...onics An incorrect setting will result in communication being heard in only one side You will find the Mono Stereo switch on your controller under the volume slides Stereo Mono setting does not effect the audio from your auxiliary sources For most general aviation planes the Mono setting is required ...

Page 14: ...ng the adjustments on pages 6 8 The ear tip should be inserted all the way to provide an all around seal in the ear canal Position the microphone in front of your lips for maximum noise cancellation Set Mono Stereo setting to match your airplane s avionics For most planes this would be mono If set incorrectly audio will be lost in one ear Register your headset on FaroAviation com for your warranty...

Page 15: ... change the tips Change your ear tips when giving the headset to another person or when tips appear soiled or contaminated Generally a pair of tips will last few months before needing to be replaced Where can I purchase parts for my AIR headset Accessories can be purchased from Faro s authorized dealers or by visiting www FaroAviation com What is the best way to store the headset Store your headse...

Page 16: ... avionics if you cannot locate the squelch knob or button Why do I sound different Similar to ear plugs your voice may seem deeper than usual in your own headset when using ear tips Others will hear you normally What if I have other questions FARO Pilot Support is here to help Please use one of the following channels to contact us Online www FaroAviation com E mail team faroaviation com Priority C...

Page 17: ...rature 31 to 167 F 35 to 75 C Cord Length 150 cm Weights 20oz 565g Headphone Type Dynamic Frequency Response 50 Hz 20 kHz Sensitivity 95 5 dB SPL Microphone and Amplifier Type Noise canceling Electret Frequency Response 100Hz to 5 kHz Matching Impedance 150 1000 ohms Sensitivity 33 4 dB 17 ...

Page 18: ...any of the following exclusive remedies I repair or replace the New Headset or any part thereof with same or similar Headset without charge to Purchaser but first Purchaser must return the New Headset to Faro Aviation s authorized repair facility pre paying all shipping charges and Purchaser must accept the same as repaired or replaced at the facility s location i e FOB the facility within 10 days...

Page 19: ...THE RIGHT TO HAVE THE NEW HEADSET SERVICED AND REPAIRED DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD THE WARRANTY PERIOD WILL BE EXTENDED FOR THE NUMBER OF WHOLE DAYS THAT THE NEW HEADSET HAS BEEN OUT OF PURCHASER S HANDS FOR WARRANTY REPAIRS IF A DEFECT EXISTS DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD THIS LIMITED WARRANTY WILL NOT EXPIRE UNTIL THE DEFECT HAS BEEN FIXED IF ANY WARRANTY REPAIR HAS BEEN DELAYED BECAUSE OF CIRCUMST...

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