Free-standing lightweight design - ideal for counter, table or desktop use Simple one button operation Generates a loop listening field of approx. 1.2m 2
Limited horizontal throw of loop field helps
maintain privacy in applications where confidentiality is essential (i.e. banks, meeting rooms, police stations, etc) Excellent sound quality Integral high performance microphone accommodates different operator voice levels Plug-top charger included in all kits (amplifier charges fully overnight). Over 10% of the population suffer from hearing impairment. Under Five years expected battery life under normal the Disability Discrimination Act, anyone offering goods, facilities or operating/charging conditions services to the general public must make ‘reasonable’ adjustments to Integral cut-off timer (settable to 10, 30 or 60 ensure they do not discriminate against such people. One of the easiest minutes) helps prevent inadvertent battery ways to meet this requirement is to have a portable induction loop system discharge available and ready for use at all times. Remote input socket for optional tie/desk mic. Attractively designed in tough ABS plastic, SigNET’s PL1/K1 portable Indicators provided for power on, input level, induction loop system is a truly portable and extremely durable audio charging required and charging in progress frequency induction loop system, packed full of features and available PL1/K1 kit includes PL1 amplifier, plugtop at a very competitive price. charger, ‘AFILS available’ sticker and durable cardboard storage/carry case Fully compliant with BS7594 and EN60118-4, it is ideal for use in schools, PL1/K2 kit includes all PL1/K1 contents plus a shops, nursing homes, leisure centres, hotels, banks, GP surgeries, magnetic field strength meter / loop listener and reception desks and many other private, public and civic applications. a set of headphones for testing the unit is working correctly Both kits also available in durable plastic storage /carry cases - see overleaf for full PL1 Range parts listing
includes short form user instructions detailing how the system works
+44 (0) 191 417 4551 +44 (0) 191 417 0634 info@signet-ac.com www.signet-ac.com WHAT IS AN AUDIO FREQUENCY INDUCTION LOOP SYSTEM? Audio frequency induction loop systems (AFILS) work by transmitting amplified sound to NHS hearing aids. Most hearing aids have a ‘T’ or ‘MT’ switch which allows them to pick up the electromagnetic signal generated by an induction loop system. The hearing aid converts this signal into a sound suited to its users specific hearing requirements, allowing them to participate more fully in general conversation, ordering goods or services, etc.
AFILS AFILS Working AFILS AFILS Working On/Off on On/Off on remote 1 2 3 batt remote 1 2 3 batt microphone Charging fault microphone Charging fault
Take the induction loop Ask the hearing aid user to Press the amplifier’s on/off Talk to the hearing aid user Check the amplifier’s ‘AFILS amplifier out of its box and switch their hearing aid to button once - the amplifier as normal (you do not need working’ indicators to position it so its front is the ‘T’ position. will beep to confirm it is to talk directly into the ensure they illuminate in angled towards the hearing ready to use. microphone as it has a wide line with your speech (1 & 2 aid user and its back is pick up range) is normal, 2 & 3 is too loud). facing you.
The above instructions assume the PL1 amplifier has sufficient charge. Note that full user instructions are supplied with the amplifier itself.
THE PL1/K RANGE
PL1/K1 Portable induction loop kit (supplied in a cardboard storage/carry case)
Includes PL1 amplifier c/w battery & integral microphone, PL1/PSU1 plugtop charger and TEAR-P ‘AFILS available’ sticker. PL1/K2 Portable induction loop kit with AFILS tester (supplied in a cardboard storage/carry case) Includes PL1 amplifier c/w battery & integral microphone, PL1/PSU1 plugtop charger, TEAR-P ‘AFILS available’ sticker, AHHM/H combined FoSmeter H magnetic field strength meter/loop listening device and HEAD1 headphones. PL1/K3 Portable induction loop kit (supplied in a robust plastic storage/carry case) Includes PL1 amplifier c/w battery & integral microphone, PL1/PSU1 plugtop charger and TEAR-P ‘AFILS available’ sticker. PL1/K4 Portable induction loop kit with AFILS tester (supplied in a robust plastic storage/carry case) Includes PL1 amplifier c/w battery & integral microphone, PL1/PSU1 plugtop charger, TEAR-P ‘AFILS available’ sticker, AHHM/H combined FoSmeter H magnetic field strength meter /loop listening device and HEAD1 headphones. CASE1 Robust plastic storage/carry case AMT Remote desk/tie microphone AHHM/H FoSmeter ‘H’ combined magnetic field strength meter/loop listening device HEAD1 Headphones for use with AHHM/H TEAR-P Spare ‘AFILS available’ sticker
KEY TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Coverage 1m operating range at 1KHz providing an AFILS field strength of >100mA/m Battery type Internal 12V VRSLA (Valve Regulated Sealed Lead Acid) battery Plugtop charger Only use the PL1/PSU1 charger included in our PL1/K1, PL1/K2, PL1/K3 and PL1/K4 kits Distortion <1% THD @1Khz, 1m distance & 100mA/M field strength Internal microphone 0.5m optimum operating distance Remote mic. socket 3.5mm mono jack (disables internal mic. when inserted) Automatic shut-off Nominally set to 10 minutes, user adjustable to 30 minutes or 60 minutes. Frequency response 100Hz-5Khz frequency response Compressor Fully automatic (up to 5:1 max.) Indicators Power on, input level, charging required and charging in progress PL1 Dimensions (WxHxD) 250 x 300 x 100mm approx. PL1 Weight 1.7kg approx. (including battery)
