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AMPLIFIED WIRELESS TV LISTENING SYSTEM

with Dual Ear Volume Control

Model CS2001M
2.3MHz Frequency

OWNER’S MANUAL

INTRODUCTION

Our wireless infrared system allows you to
listen to your TV, stereo, radio, or any other
audio source at a volume that is comfortable
for you without disturbing others in the room.
Use it if you are hard of hearing or if you sim-
ply want to watch television when someone
else is sleeping.

Infrared technology is considered to be the
best and clearest for sound transmission and
our headphones are lightweight for maxi-
mum comfort.

The installation is very easy. Simply determine
which type of installation suits your needs
best. Please review the installation choices
that appear in this manual and determine
which features your television has before
setting up your ClearSounds

CS2001M.

CONTENTS

Introduction..................................2

How It Works..................................3

Components.................................3

Installation.....................................4

Placement of Transmitter............8

Activating the Headphones.......8

Muting the Television Sound.......9

Troubleshooting..........................10

Technical Specifications............11

For Your Well Being.....................11

Limited Warranty........................12

In-Warranty Procedure..............12

If you are having difficulty,

please call our help desk at

1-800-965-9043

Monday-Friday, 8:30AM - 5:00PM CST

HOW IT WORKS

The transmitter sits on your audio source (TV/VCR, stereo, etc.) and transmits an audio
signal via infrared light. The receiver in the headphones captures the infrared light
waves and converts them back into sound. You adjust the volume on the cordless
headphones to suit your personal needs. Multiple headphones can be used with one
transmitter

COMPONENTS

Infrared Transmitter

Headphone
Receiver

AC Adapter

3.5mm RCA plug

Large 6.3mm adapter

Small 3.5mm adapter

Microphone adapter

INSTALLATION

How you install your CS2001M will depend on what type of equipment you have. It is
important to note that because not all TVs are the same, when you plug something
into the audio output jack, one of two things will happen.

1. The sound from your television will be automatically cut off and nobody else in the

room will be able to hear the TV. This is okay if you don’t want anyone else to be
able to hear the television but not if you just want to listen at a higher volume than
others in the room. To have the sound continue to come out of your television speak-
ers, you must either use the microphone adapter or connect the transmitter to your
DVD player, cable box, or VCR (see VCR installation).

2. The sound will continue to come out of the TV speakers. This is okay if other people

want to listen as well, but not if you want to be able to hear exclusively through your
headphones. If you turn the volume down a lot, you may reduce the signal going
into the TV’s audio output jack(s) (see Muting the Television Sound).

First, for all installations, insert the plug of the AC adapter (D) into the DC 12V input
connection on the back of the infrared transmitter (A) as shown in Diagram 1 and then
plug the adapter into your electrical outlet. Now choose the installation that matches
your equipment.

Diagram 1

Power Switch

DC 12V input

Stereo and Mono Installation

If your television has audio output jacks, plug the transmitter directly into your television
using the RCA plug (C). If your TV has dual left and right audio output jacks, insert the
plug into the left (white) audio output jack.

SMALL HEADPHONE JACK INSTALLATION

To connect to a radio or MP3 player with a small 3.5mm headphone jack, use adapter
F. Connect plug C into adapter F and insert it into the headphone jack on your audio
device.

Diagram 2

Diagram 3

Audio Out

Small
Headphone
Jack

Large Headphone Jack Installation

If your audio device has a large 6.3mm headphone jack, use adapter E. Connect plug
C into adapter E and insert it into the large headphone jack on your audio device.

VCR Installation

Follow these instructions when you have cable passing through your VCR and no other
audio output jacks are available. The VCR must be on before beginning this installa-
tion. Plug the transmitter into the audio output jack on your VCR using plug C. Your
VCR must say on when using the headphones.

Diagram 4

Diagram 5

Large
Headphone
Jack

Audio Out

Microphone Installation

Follow these instructions when your equipment does not have any audio output jacks.
Connect plug C into the microphone adapter (G). Affix the microphone directly over
the speaker of your television by peeling the tape off the back of the adhesive. For this
installation, you will have to keep your television at a very low volume.

As an alternative to using the microphone, if your television has a cable box, locate
the audio output jack on the back panel of the cable box. Plug the transmitter into the
jack and mute the TV using the mute function on your TV remote. Once the TV is
muted, the headphones can be used exclusively to pick up the sound

Diagram 6

PLACEMENT OF THE TRANSMITTER

Turn on the infrared transmitter. Four red lights on the front of the transmitter will illumi-
nate. The infrared light rays are emitted in a conical shape. For best results, place your
transmitter above your TV. The transmitter will work best if it is within 33 feet (10 meters)
from the headphone receiver. There should not be anything obstructing the transmis-
sion of the infrared light rays to the receiver.

ACTIVATING THE HEADPHONES

Place two AAA batteries into the battery compartment in the left earpiece of the
headphone matching positive to positive and negative to negative. Do NOT mix old
and new batteries. Do NOT mix alkaline and rechargeable batteries. Turn on the head-
phones making sure there is an unobstructed line of sight between the headphones
and the transmitter. Adjust the television volume and the headphone volume to a
comfortable listening level.

Diagram 7

MUTING THE TELEVISION SOUND

Many televisions have speaker switches located on the back panel. If your television
has one and you want to keep the sound muted, move this switch to the OFF position
and listen to your TV exclusively through the headphones.

Some televisions have speaker switches that can only be controlled by the remote
control. If your televisions falls into this category, press Menu on the TV remote and
locate SPEAKER on the screen menu. Switch SPEAKER to the OFF position and listen to
the TV exclusively through the headphones. To find out if your television has this func-
tion, refer to your owner’s manual.

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM

Red power light is not on

No sound from headphones

Self-testing of system

Sound too low

Poor sound

Static

POSSIBLE CAUSE

- AC adapter is not plugged into electrical outlet
- AC adapter is not plugged into transmitter

- Audio cord is not plugged into the audio source
- There is no audio output from the audio source
- Transmitter is not on
- Headphones are not on
- Headphones have no batteries
- Batteries are inserted incorrectly
- Batteries are dead and need to be replaced

- Hook up the microphone to the transmitter and

speak into the microphone. You should hear your
voice in the headphones and you will confirm the
unit is working.

- Headphone volume control is too low
- Batteries are weak and need to be replaced

- Infrared sensor in headphone is not in line with

transmitter

- Batteries are weak and need to be replaced
- Headphone volume control needs to be adjusted

- Infrared sensor in headphone is not in line with

transmitter

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Transmission Mode: 850 nanometers
Operating Voltage: 12V AC adapter for transmitter

2 AAA batteries for headset

Frequency Response: 50Hz-10000Hz
Distortion: 1% THD
S/N Ratio: 45dB (4M)
Battery Life: Up to 50 hours
Maximum Operating Distance: 33 feet
Input: Jack - 3.5mm male
Warranty: 1 year limited warranty

FOR YOUR WELL-BEING

Medical experts advise against playing any audio device at a high volume for
continuous and extended play. If you hear a ringing in your ears, reduce the vol-
ume immediately or discontinue use. The information in this manual is intended as
general information and corresponds to the technical status at the time of print-
ing. The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes without notice.

LIMITED WARRANTY

Your CS2001M is warranted against defects for a period of 12 months from the original
date of purchase.

IN-WARRANTY PROCEDURE

In the event service is required due to a defect or malfunction during the warranty
period, ClearSounds

will replace or repair the warranted product. The repair or

replacement of the defective item will be free of charge excluding a $7.00 fee for
packing, handling, insurance, and return postage. Repair or replacement of the
defective item is subject to verification of the malfunction or defect when delivered to
the ClearSounds

Service Center listed below.

NOTE:

Prior to returning any CS2001M to the ClearSounds

Service Center, REPLACE THE

EXISTING BATTERIES WITH NEW ONES. Defective batteries are the leading cause of prob-
lems with this item and are not covered by the limited warranty.

Enclose proof of purchase and check or money order for the sum of $7.00 payable to
ClearSounds

Mail the package postage prepaid to the following address:
ClearSounds

Service Center

8160 S. Madison St.
Burr Ridge, IL 60527

NOTE:

The warrantor expressly disclaims liability for incidental, consequential, or special

damages of any nature. (Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusive may not
apply to you.) This warranty does not cover (1) A defect that has been caused by
repair or modifications; (2) A defect caused by incorrect installation of/or defective
batteries; (3) Damage resulting from improper operation; and (4) Batteries.

Need Help Hearing

on the Telephone?

Visit www.clearsounds.com

8160 S. Madison Street
Burr Ridge, IL 60527
Tel: 1-800-965-9043 / TTY: 1-800-814-5369

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