Fire Com FHW50X Manual 

DECT7, Bluetooth, and Electronic Headsets Manual 7340 SW Durham Road, Portland, OR 97224 USA Phone: 800-527-0555, 503-684-6647, Fax 503-620-2943 www.firecom.com • e-mail: [email protected] ...

Overview 1 Model Matrix 1 Replacement Parts 1 Contents in Box 1 Accessories (not included) 1 Features 2 Common Features, All Models 2 Common Features, Communication Headsets 3 Wireless Bluetooth® Technology 3 Wireless DECT7 Communications 3 Configuring the Headset 4 Headband Removal 4 Headband Installation 4 Headstrap Installation 5 Replacing the Ruggedizer 5 Connecting a Two-way Radio 5 Fitting 6 Overhead Fitment 6 Behind Head Fitment 6 ...

Overview The Firecom FHW and UHW series Electronic Headsets protect you from dangerous noise while keeping other audio at a comfortable listening level. It protects your hearing without sacrificing your safety or situational awareness. You can hear alarms, music, or even have a face-to-face conversation while still being protected. Simultaneous integration with two-way radios, cell phones, and MP3 players is available via wired and optional Blu ...

Features Common Features, All Models Adjustable Volume Control The Headset has a user adjustable volume control. The Headset will remember the last setting at each power up for convenience. Automatic Loud Noise Suppression The Headset will limit high impulse sounds, such as gun shots, from being transmitted to the user when using the Stereo Listen Through. Convertible Headband (FHW, DW models only) The Headset is user configurable for overhead, ...

Wired Line-in The wired line-in is used to interface with cell phones and hand held radios. This gives the user more flexibility in their communication needs. The wired connection features a mono input and mono PTT output. See your Sonetics dealer for accessories to match your equipment. Common Features, Communication Headsets Auto-Leveling Microphone The Headset automatically detects the voice of the user against noise in the background. This ...

Configuring the Headset The Firecom 500 Series Electronic Headset may be set up for use in overhead, under-helmet, or hard hat (sold separately) configurations. Different headbands are attached through a secure snap joint on the side of the ear domes. It keeps the ear dome correctly oriented while providing full freedom of movement, allowing the dome to seat comfortably against the users head. Headband Removal Tools Required: Sonetics Screwdriv ...

Headstrap Installation Tools Required: None 1. Insert the strap at dome opening. 2. Affix the strap using the hook and loop. Replacing the Ruggedizer Tools Required: None 1. Remove the headband 2. Peel back the ruggedizer Replace the ruggedizer. Note the left and right. Connecting a Two-way Radio Tools Required: Scissors, Firecom screwdriver 1. Remove the left dome ruggedizer. (with the microphone boom attached) 2. Cut the along the groove o ...

Fitting Proper fitment is required to achieve the rated hearing protection levels. Overhead Fitment 1. Inspect Ensure no damage to the earseals or the Headset 2. Expand Open headband tofull width 3. Place Place cups over ears, withoutsitting on any part of the earPosition microphone no more than 1/8’’ from lips 4. Adjust Adjust headband to sitgently on top of your head 5. Seal Test seal by pressing against your headand listening for a c ...

Fitment Warnings Improper Placement and Adjustment Obstructions Ensure headwear and hair does not cause gap in the earseal. Glasses Ensure Glasses do not cause a gap in the earseal. Microphone Placement To optimize speech, a noise cancelling microphone is used. This type of microphone is designed to enhance sounds from very close, while reducing sounds from afar. Ensure proper placement for best results. ...

Charging The Firecom Electronic Headsets use a barrel charging jack with the connections shown below. Wall Adapter Charging Only charge the Headset using the supplied 12VDC regulated wall adapter. WARNING: Using unregulated wall adapters will damage the Headset and void the warranty. Vehicle Charging Connect the RED wire to +12VDC and the BLACK wire to battery chassis ground. Install the fuse no further than 18" from the battery. WARNING: Onl ...

Battery Replacement Firecom Electronic Headsets use a Lithium Ion battery. Firecom batteries are the only batteries that have been tested and verified to operate correctly with the Headset. Use only Firecom approved batteries (Firecom part #320-0015-00). Use of batteries from other sources will void your warranty. WARNING: Use only Sonetics approved batteries. Tools Required: Sonetics Screwdriver (Flat Head Screwdriver) 1. Pull back the righ ...

Settings & Operation Buttons Right Side Turn On Press and briefly hold the power button. You will hear a welcome message and the status LED will begin to flash periodically. Turn Off Press and briefly hold the power button. You will hear a power down message and the status LED will turn off. Left Side Adjusting the Main Volume You can use either the plus  and minus – buttons on the left side of the Headset, or the forward  and back � ...

Advanced Menu The Advanced Menu is to set-up and configure the Headset for use. Caution must be taken with these adjustments, as they change the operational characteristics of the Headset. When in the menu system, all functions except PTT and Power are locked out. To Enter the Advanced Menu 1. Turn the headset off. 2. Simultaneously press and hold the forward , back , and Power buttons until you hear “Advanced Menu”. To Adjust Advanc ...

Wireless Bluetooth® To create a new Bluetooth pairing 1. Turn off the Headset, then turn on the Headset. 2. The Headset will enter Bluetooth pairing mode for 10 minutes. 3. Enter connectivity options on your Bluetooth device and search for new devices. Once the search is complete select Sonetics-HS##. If prompted for a password, enter four zeros (0000). To answer or hang up a call Quickly press and release the menu  button. Wireless DECT7 ...

Quick Launch Most menu items are available directly via a series of buttons. Two buttons in the same row requires both buttons to be pressed. Action Button –      Power On/Off Long Volume Up  Volume Down  Volume Up  Volume Down  Radio PTT  Radio PTT  Main Volume / Listen Through Toggle   Listen Through Up  Listen Through Down  Bluetooth Answer / Hang-Up Short Advanced Menu (available at startup on ...

Care and Maintenance  Regularly inspect your ear seals and mic muff for wear. Replace as needed. If your headset sustains significant damage (holes or cracks in the ear domes, or headband, etc., the Headset should be immediately repaired or replaced.  Clean the Headset and ear seals with a mild soap and water mixture only. The foam mic muff may be removed and cleaned using a mild detergent, or replaced by ordering from Firecom. WARNING: ...

Troubleshooting If you are experiencing symptoms not covered here, or are having difficulty troubleshooting, call us or visit our website. We’re here to help. Service Contact: Phone: 800-527-0555, 503-684-6647, [email protected] General Connection Issues 1. Verify the Headset is turned on. 2. Verify the battery is charged and within its useable life. Wired Auxiliary 1. Verify the connection to the 2-way radio. 2. Verify the programming in ...

Glossary Wireless Base Station Wireless DECT7 base unit through which Wireless DECT7 Headsets pair and link for voice communications. Bluetooth Wireless standard in the 2.4GHz wireless range. dBA A-Weighted SPL (Sound Pressure Level) unit of measure. DECT Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications. A wireless standard in the 1.9GHz wireless range. DECT7 DECT7 has all of the benefits of DECT with wider audio bandwidth and added features such ...

Specifications Headset Weights Over Head: 15.8oz / 448g | 17.8oz / 504g with Ruggedizers Behind Head: 16.2oz / 458g | 18.1oz / 514g with Ruggedizers Power Battery: 3.7V rechargeable lithium ion Battery Life: >24 hours @ 25C Protection: Over voltage, under voltage, over current and over temperature protection AC Charge source: Supplied 12VDC, 500mA wall charger DC Charge source: 5VDC to 16VDC, 1.5A minimum Charge Time: <4 hours for fully discha ...