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STRATUS
ULTRA-G
User Guide
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Table of Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Stratus Ultra-G Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Ear Capsule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Headband . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the GN Netcom Stratus Ultra-G headset. This guide contains instructions for the Stratus Ultra-G ST-I headset. To derive maximum benefit from this versatile product, please take a few minutes to review this user’s guide. If after reviewing this guide you have any questions concerning the Stratus Ultra-G headset, please call your distributor or contact GN Netcom, Inc. Customer Service at 800-826-4656. Stratus Ultra-G Components Figure 1 1. Noise Can
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Ear Capsule The Stratus Ultra-G headset comes out of the box with the ear capsule installed in the right ear wearing style (see Figure 2). The ear capsule is worn on the ear and features an Adjustable Lobe Hinge™ for a custom fit. Ear Capsule Wearing To put on your new Stratus Ultra-G ear capsule (see Figure 3): 1. Straighten out the Adjustable Lobe Hinge Figure 2 Stratus Ultra-G Ear Capsule 2. Swing the ear capsule away from the receiver and slide the ear capsule behind your ear until the saddl
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Changing Ears 1. Hold the receiver assembly in your left hand with the microphone boom perpendicular to the floor. 2. With your right hand, flip the ear capsule down (see Figure 4). 3. Rotate 180° clockwise if you are going from right ear to left ear, counterclockwise if you are going from left ear to right ear. Figure 4 Changing Ears Removal 1. Remove the ear cushion. 2. In the right ear wearing style with the speaker facing you, hold the headset in your left hand between your thumb and index f
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Headband The Stratus Ultra-G headset can also be equipped with a lightweight flexible headband. Installation 1. Remove the ear capsule. 2. With the corded side of the receiver facing you, hold the headset in your left hand between your thumb and index finger with the boom pointing to the right. 3. With your right hand, hold the headband so that the C-ring opening is facing towards the receiver (see Figure 7). Figure 7 4. Push the C-ring of the headband onto the receiver housing until it springs
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Changing Ears To accommodate left or right ear wearing styles, rotate the entire speaker housing under the headband 180° (see Figure 9). Figure 9 Changing Ears Headband Wearing Position the headset lightly on your head (see Figure 10). The Stratus Ultra-G headband is extremely lightweight, ensuring a comfortable fit that lasts all day. The stabilizer cushion rests just above the ear on the side of your head opposite the receiver. Refer to the Microphone Positioning section for additional informa
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Microphone Positioning To take advantage of the noise canceling qualities of the microphone, position the Stratus Ultra-G headset with the flat side of the microphone, marked with an F, facing you. The microphone boom should be adjusted so that the microphone is approximately one finger width away from your lower lip (see Figure 11). The Stratus Ultra-G has a flexible boom that can be reshaped until the 1 Finger microphone is correctly positioned in front of your mouth. One hand should Width g
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Connecting to Your Telephone An amplifier is often needed to connect the headset to the telephone or telephone system. For these applications, the headset is equipped with a Quick Disconnect plug which mates to a Quick Disconnect jack on the amplifier. Follow the instructions supplied with the amplifier to connect the headset and amplifier to your telephone or telephone system (see Figure 14). Some telephones do not require amplification. For these applications the headset is equipped with a cab
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Cautionary Notes to Computer Users When using any headset with a computer, care should be taken in dry or low humidity environments to protect the user from electrostatic discharge from the monitor (CRT). Computer monitors can induce a substantial electrostatic charge when turned on or off, or when there is a power failure, and the resulting electrostatic discharge can be passed through the headset to ground. A user in close proximity to or touching the computer may feel a common “shock” sensat
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• The responsibility of GN Netcom, Inc. under this warranty shall be limited to the repair or replacement of the product at the sole discretion of GN Netcom, Inc. • Any implied warranty on GN Netcom, Inc. products is limited to two years from the date of purchase on all parts, including the cords and connectors. Specifically exempt from warranty are limited-life consumable components subject to normal wear and tear, such as microphone windscreens, ear cushions, ear tips, decorative finishes, bat
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