Custom-Fit DIGITAL Hearing Protection with CENS digital technology Digital 1 Digital 2 Hunter User s Guide
Introduction DefendEar Digital custom hearing protection from Westone is the most advanced way to prevent hearing loss from gunshot noise while enhancing ambient sounds for increased situational awareness. All DefendEar Digital models suppress high-level impulse sounds while enhancing low-level speech that is difficult or impossible to hear with traditional passive hearing protection. The Digital 1 provides excellent all-around noise suppression and ambient amplification for a variety of shooting environments. The Digital 2 offers two modes for either intermittent or continuous shots in addition to ambient sound enhancement. The Hunter boosts lowlevel sounds for detecting game movement while providing impulse suppression tailored for continuous shots from larger caliber firearms. The Hunter has a second mode that reduces wind noise typical in the open range and in hunting stands. The DefendEar modules are incorporated into Westone maximum attenuating OtoBlast silicone hearing protectors for the best comfort, fit, and protection available. In the Box DefendEar Modules x 2 Custom-fit Earpieces x 2 2
Monitor Vault with Carrier 312 Zinc Air Batteries x 6 Oto-Ease lubricant Oto-Clens cleaning spray Battery Tool / Wax Loop Cleaning Cloth DefendEar Patch Instructional DVD 3
Setup Identify left and right modules. Blue dot = Left Red dot = Right Identify left and right earpieces. XXXXX - L XXXXX - R Left Right Press modules into earpieces until they snap into place. 4
Open battery door and remove tab from battery. Install battery using included battery tool. 5
Insertion / Removal CAUTION: If earpieces are not properly inserted, you may not obtain adequate hearing protection. Insertion 1 Optionally spread one drop of Oto- Ease around the canal portion of each earpiece (the striped area shown here). Avoid the sound outlet and DefendEar module. This may aid in earpiece insertion/removal while improving the acoustic seal but is not required. 1 2 3 helix lock 2 Rotate the earpiece forward 45 90 3 then place it in your ear canal. Pull the top of your ear with your opposite hand for easier insertion. 6
4 helix lock 5 4 Rotate the earpiece backward and inward into its upright position to fully seat the earpiece in your ear canal. Make sure the top portion of the earpiece fits into the helix lock of your ear. 5 You will feel the earpiece lock into place once properly fitted. Removal Grasp the earpiece and rotate it forward while pulling outward. Do not grasp the module. Pulling the top of the ear slightly may ease removal. 7
Operation Digital 1 Mic Digital 2 Mode Button & Mic Hunter On/Off Switch & Volume Control On/Off Switch & Volume Control: Rotate towards the plus sign shown below. You will feel a click and hear a melody when the device is powered on. Note: there is a five second power-on delay. ON ON OFF OFF 8 Left Right
DefendEar Digital 2 ONLY RED Dot Mode Button Press to change modes: Single beep = Game Double beep = Clay Changing Modes (DefendEar Digital 2 ONLY) Switch between the two modes by pressing the mode button. A single beep indicates Game Mode; a double beep indicates Clay Mode. We recommend trying both modes in different conditions to determine which mode best suits your needs. Game Mode is optimized for suppressing intermittent gunshots while amplifying ambient sound for communication and environmental awareness. Clay Mode is optimized for suppressing continuous gunshots, allowing more flexible noise suppression while still amplifying ambient sounds. 9
Operation DefendEar Hunter ONLY GREEN Dot Mode Button Press to change modes: Single beep = Normal Double beep = Wind Reduction Changing Modes (DefendEar Hunter ONLY) Switch between the two modes by pressing the mode button. A single beep indicates Normal Mode; a double beep indicates Wind Reduction Mode. We recommend trying both modes in different conditions to determine which mode best suits your needs. Normal Mode provides excellent gunshot noise suppression and ambient sound amplification for communication and environmental awareness. Wind Reduction Mode increases the amount of wind noise suppression ideal for open field hunting and other severe conditions. 10
Maintenance Your new DefendEar Digital is a precision-engineered, microelectronic hearing protection device. Although it is robust in construction, it should always be handled with care to prolong its useful working life. To keep your DefendEar Digital in top operating condition: Always clean and dry the earpieces after every use. Remove the modules before cleaning. Use the wax loop and cleaning cloth to remove wax and any other foreign particles. Avoid dropping the units. Do not expose to high temperatures (i.e., on a dashboard or window sill) for excessive periods of time. For prolonged use in hot and humid conditions, remove the units at regular periods of inactivity, clean around the sound outlet, and air out for 5 10 minutes to prevent damage from condensation. Dehumidifiers are available at www.westone. com to help with any condensation issues. Never attempt to repair or adjust your unit at home, as this will void the warranty and may cause permanent damage. Remove the battery when not in use for extended periods. Batteries are hazardous if swallowed. Store your DefendEar Digital and its batteries in a safe place away from children and pets. If batteries are swallowed, call your local Poison Control service or contact the National Button Battery Ingestion Hotline at (202) 625-3333. 11
Troubleshooting Symptom Probable Cause Solution Unit inoperative / output appears lower than normal Battery dead or low Wax build-up Replace battery Clean sound outlet/ earpiece Moisture build-up in sound tube Clean and dry sound outlet/earpiece Intermittent output Distortion or whistling Unit produces sound similar to wind/waves (white noise) Component fault Defective battery Component fault Battery low Wax build-up Improper fitting Component fault Microphone grille blocked Faulty/damaged mic Consult supplier Replace battery Consult supplier Replace battery Clean sound outlet/ earpiece Refit unit/consult supplier Consult supplier Consult supplier Consult supplier DO NOT Touch the Mic Unit buzzing Battery low Replace battery Multiple beeping sounds Battery low Replace battery 12
Warranty Westone warrants this product to be free of defects in material or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of original retail purchase. Retain the original dated sales receipt. Proof of the date of purchase will be required with any request for warranty repair. If the product components, excluding batteries, are found to be defective during the warranty period, Westone will, at its sole option, either repair or replace the defective components. This warranty does not apply to any defects attributable to damage beyond the reasonable control of Westone, including damage caused by abuse, misuse, misapplication, or modifications performed by anyone other than Westone. This warranty is non-transferable. The warranty period for fit of custom products is ninety days from the date of original purchase. Westone will adjust or remake the product to resolve fit issues during this warranty period. Requesting a Warranty Repair If your product is not functioning properly, first ensure that the sound bore is not blocked by earwax and that the unit is completely dry. Performing these simple troubleshooting steps could solve the problem and eliminate the need for a repair. If it is necessary to return your product for warranty or post-warranty service, please return the product to the point of purchase and include a description of the problem. Westone is not responsible for shipping costs when returning defective products to Westone for warranty service; however, Westone will cover shipping costs when sending warranty-repaired units back to the customer. For warranty inquiries, contact Westone at: Westone Laboratories, Inc. P.O. Box 15100 Colorado Springs, CO 80935 Phone: 719-540-9333 Toll Free: 800-525-5071 Physical address: 2235 Executive Circle Colorado Springs, CO 80906 westone@westone.com 13
Warranty (continued) Limitation of Liability Westone disclaims any and all implied warranties, warranties of merchantability, and fitness for a particular purpose to the maximum extent permissible by law. Westone shall not be liable for any special, incidental, or consequential damages caused by the use, misuse, or inability to use this product. If purchased under a government contract, those contract terms supersede the terms stated herein. Register Your Warranty To register your product, please complete and mail the form on the next page or complete the online registration at: www.westone.com/defendear/register.html Replacement Parts The following replacement parts / accessories and others are available at: www.westone.com Description 312 Zinc Air Battery - 6 pack 52096 DefendEar Module Battery Door Kit - Black 78311 DefendEar Module Battery Door Kit - Blue 78312 DefendEar Module Battery Door Kit - Red 78313 DefendEar Module Battery Door Kit - Yellow 78314 DefendEar Module Battery Door Kit - Orange 78315 DefendEar Module Battery Door Kit - Green 78316 Battery Removal Tool with Wax Loop 78309 14 Part Number
Registration Which product are you registering? Serial Numbers (located on bottom of both modules) Left Right Date of Purchase / / (mm/dd/yyyy) Name (First & Last) Occupation Company Email Address Mailing Address City State Zip Country Purchased from (Name & Location) What is the intended use of your new hearing protection? Game Hunting Recreational Clay Shooting Competition / Sport Military Law Enforcement Other Where did you hear about Westone? Word-of-Mouth Tradeshow Print Magazine Retailer Westone Website Search Engine Forum / Blog (URL) Other To register your warranty, mail the completed form to the address on the reverse side or submit your registration online at: www.westone.com/defendear/register.html 15
Westone Laboratories, Inc. P.O. Box 15100 Colorado Springs, CO 80935 Physical address: 2235 Executive Circle Colorado Springs, CO 80906 Phone: 719-540-9333 Toll Free: 800-525-5071 www.westone.com/defendear westone@westone.com PN 91808 Rev F 20120222 2012 Westone Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.