Delta Zulu User Guide
Welcome Congratulations on purchasing a Lightspeed Aviation Delta Zulu headset. Your headset is a premium product engineered to provide the highest levels of performance, comfort, and durability and is backed by the longest warranty in the industry. If this is your first Lightspeed Aviation headset, welcome to the Lightspeed family. Together with our customers, we are building a lasting community founded on products and service that we hope you find exceptional.
Contents Introduction.....................................................................................5 Getting Started Fitting Your Headset.................................................................6 Head Pad and Ear Seals..........................................................7 Battery Installation.....................................................................8 Mic Gain Adjustment............................................................14 DIP Switch Settings..........................
Contents Features of Kanari™ Technology Carbon monoxide (CO) detection....................................20 CO Sensor..........................................................................................20 Peak Performance Tips.........................................................24 FAQs.....................................................................................................25 Warnings & Errors.........................................................................21 Specifications..
Introduction – On a Mission to Save Lives The Delta Zulu is the first headset that is on a mission to save lives. Delta Zulu headsets are a part of the next generation of “wearable safety” that revolutionizes pilot safety, personalization and cockpit data management. Built with Kanari™ smart alert technology, the Delta Zulu sensors gather data, providing awareness and alerts to promote safety. Strategically placed sensors are built into the Delta Zulu to monitor CO levels in the environment.
Getting Started Fitting Your Headset Fitting your headset properly is the key to comfortable use and superior Active Noise Reduction (ANR) capabilities. To gain peak performance from our ANR feature, it is necessary to have a solid seal around your entire ear, together with a symmetrical fit on your head. The following tips will assist you in achieving the proper fit. 1. Extend the sliders fully. 2.
Getting Started The Head pad and Ear seals Our tapered ear seals are designed to hug the curve of your jaw for a natural fit, increasing comfort and clarity while also providing a better seal around glasses frames. To order a complimentary tall head pad (part number A484), please call Customer Service at 800-332-2421 or email support@lightspeedaviation.com and mention promo code FTHP. You will be asked to provide your headset serial number. (See page 27 to locate your serial number.
Getting Started Battery Installation The GA and Helicopter versions of Delta Zulu battery-powered headsets require either two AA batteries or the rechargeable lithium ion battery cartridge (both included) for best performance. A. Pinch the narrow buttons on each side of the control box to release the battery cartridge. One of the battery cartridges that came with your headset holds two AA batteries. Slide open the small door to insert the batteries with the correct polarity positioning. B.
Getting Started Additional batteries and cartridges are available at LightspeedAviation.com Battery Life Lightspeed’s Auto Shutoff feature saves battery life by automatically shutting down the headset power when not in use. Delta Zulu will auto shut off approximately five minutes after the headset has been removed from your head. A set of AA batteries can provide up to 40 hours of power. However, heavy Bluetooth wireless usage can significantly reduce battery life.
Getting Started Controller A B K C D E F G H I J 10 A. Power Indicator LED: Flashes GREEN when power is supplied to Delta Zulu and batteries are strong. LED Flashes RED when batteries are low. At this point there is approximately 25% of battery life left. B. Power Button: Powers on headset, turning on Active Noise Reduction (ANR). Press button once to turn Delta Zulu on; press and hold to turn Delta Zulu off. The Delta Zulu headset is in Bluetooth Discovery Mode when it is powered on. Hold for approx.
Getting Started E. Audio Center: will skip/reverse/FF/Pause/Play music tracks and answer or end calls. This applies not just for Bluetooth, but for ALL auxiliary audio device sources. A B K C D E F G F. Audio LED: Flashes BLUE when Bluetooth mode is on and RED when Bluetooth mode is being turned off. In pairing mode, flashes alternate RED and BLUE. G. Audio Volume Buttons: Controls the volume of devices connected via Bluetooth wireless technology. H H.
Using Your Delta Zulu Headset Turning Delta Zulu ON and OFF Sensors – Location, Purpose, Audible Warnings ON: Press the power button for about 1 second and release to turn on the headset. The GREEN power LED flashes when power is supplied. Active Noise Reduction (ANR) is engaged when you turn on the headset. Audio warnings are delivered through the Delta Zulu headset to allow you to more quickly make necessary adjustments.
Using Your Delta Zulu Headset Matching Stereo/Mono Setting to an Audio Panel The Stereo/Mono DIP switch setting should match the signal from your audio panel. Delta Zulu is shipped with the Mono setting on. You will need to change the setting to Stereo if you use a stereo panel found with panel power installations. STEREO should be used for a stereo panel and MONO for a mono panel. Incorrect settings result in communication being heard in only one ear or weakly in both ears.
Using Your Delta Zulu Headset Mic Gain Adjustment 5. Test it in your aircraft. The dual aperture disc microphone provides greater noise cancellation for clearer, more intelligible communications. Our exclusive user-adjustable mic gain helps to balance loud and soft voices in a multiheadset environment. 6. Replace the cap and foam windscreen when you are satisfied with the adjustment. To access the gain adjustment dial: DIP switches are factory set to match most aircraft audio panels. 1.
Using Your Delta Zulu Headset Delta Zulu DIP Switch and Their Recommended Use DIP switch OFF position ON position Recommendations Stereo/Mono 1=Stereo/mono Stereo Default setting for panel power Mono—Factory Setting for GA/ Heli Affects audio from the aircraft panel only. Set to Stereo only if you are using a stereo panel. If your audio panel produces a mono signal but the switch is set to Stereo, you will hear audio communications in only one ear or weakly in both ears.
Using Your Delta Zulu Headset Personalizing Your Headset (4 icon chip set) Because your preferences and HearingEQity™ profile are stored in the headset, you may want to identify your headset when it is being used in the same plane as other Delta Zulus. You can personalize your own model by replacing the standard gold chip with another chip from the included icon set. To replace the chip, simply remove the battery module, and locate the color chip at the bottom of the controls surface.
UAC Cables for Charging, Audio, and Data UAC Plug 4 Types of UAC Plugs The Delta Zulu is the first headset to use a Universal Accessory Connector (UAC) which provides a single access point for charging, data communications, and auxiliary audio. 1 Lightning to UAC Play music/phone use iPhone/iPad 2 USB – C to UAC Play music/phone use iPad Pro Power charging 3 USB – A to UAC Charging (external bottom pack)/Music on PC UAC Cables for Charging, Audio, and Data 4 3.
Bluetooth ® Wireless Technology 18 Bluetooth Features Bluetooth Mode—ON and OFF Depending on the Bluetooth profile of the connected device, you can use the Delta Zulu Bluetooth buttons to perform several functions. Some typical functions are: The Bluetooth feature automatically turns on when you power on the headset. On the first power up the headset will enter into pairing mode (as seen by an alternating red & blue LED).
Bluetooth ® Wireless Technology Pairing a Mobile Phone or Device 1. Turn on the headset and verify the GREEN power LED is flashing. 2. After 10 seconds, the Bluetooth LED will continually flash RED and BLUE. This indicates pairing mode and lasts about one minute. If this step takes longer and the Bluetooth LED is no longer alternating RED and BLUE, turn off the headset and begin again with step 1, or press the Multi-function Button 3 times. 3.
Features of Kanari ™ Technology Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detection CO Sensor The Delta Zulu headset has a built-in CO sensor to detect hazardous levels of CO. The built-in CO sensor is always on and monitoring. It is optimally calibrated to provide audible and visual warnings at cautionary and critical CO levels, and automatically notifies the pilot of these unsafe CO levels.
Features of Kanari ™ Technology Warnings and Errors The headset will continually monitor the status of all environmental sensors. If there is a malfunction, you will be alerted to the error. The warning alerts method can be setup in the Lightspeed app. The carbon monoxide alerts can be set up to provide voice only or a tone prior to the voice during alerts from the headset. Additionally, you can set the carbon monoxide alerts to alert you on the left, right, or both audio channels.
HearingEQity ™ HearingEQity HearingEQity uses your personal results from a custom built-in 13-step hearing test on your mobile device to analyze your hearing. With HearingEQity, every ATC call and conversation is optimized specifically for your hearing acuity. Our new HearingEQity technology is an audio equalization system that compensates for your hearing loss. HearingEQity is incorporated into the Lightspeed app which adjusts and sets the hearing levels in each of the ears of your headset.
Lightspeed App Lightspeed App FlightLink The Lightspeed app makes data available during the flight for review in an instant. Pilots can review sensor data in real time or review data at the conclusion of the flight in addition to all of their data history. The Lightspeed app also has a recording function that allows you to record your radio and intercom audio for later use, and give you instant playback of anything in the past two minutes.
Peak Performance Tips Peak Performance Tips • Begin with an excellent fit. (See “Fitting your headset,” on page 6.) • To ensure peak ANR performance and comfort, replace the ear seals, head pads, and mic muffs every 18 months. As an owner of the Delta Zulu, you are automatically enrolled into the Lightspeed Wingman Club that provides you with a 30% discount on all accessories available for purchase on the Lightspeed website including these soft goods. See details about this membership at https://www.
FAQs Why do I hear radio communications in only one ear, or weakly in both? The Delta Zulu Stereo/Mono DIP switch is likely set to Stereo while your audio panel is transmitting a mono signal. To fix this, change the Delta Zulu Stereo/Mono DIP switch to Mono (the “on” position). This setting does not affect music or audio from auxiliary devices; you can hear stereo sound on auxiliary devices even when the Stereo/Mono DIP switch is set to Mono.
FAQs Why doesn’t my phone accept the 0000 passcode when I try to connect via Bluetooth wireless technology? The ear cups are resting on the tops of my ears, which is uncomfortable. How can I adjust my ear cups for the best possible fit? Your headset may not be in pairing mode. Some phones prompt for a pass code without checking for pairing mode. When the phone cannot pair with the headset, it rejects the passcode. To enter pairing mode, you must start with Bluetooth mode turned fully OFF.
FAQs Where can I find my product serial number? The Delta Zulu serial number (a small, white, barcode sticker with numbers) is located on the headset underneath the head pad on the inner radius of the headband. Remove the head pad to reveal the serial number. Simply pinch the cushioned part of the head pad, pull down and it will snap out. When I make a cell phone call, I can’t hear the person I‘m calling.
FAQs Turn on or off ComPriority using the bottom controller button. When ComPriority is enabled and radio communications are detected, the volume of auxiliary devices will be significantly reduced to make incoming communication the priority. How do I ensure that I am matching the Stereo/ Mono Setting to my Audio Panel? The Stereo/Mono DIP switch setting should match the signal from your audio panel.
FAQs Does it really matter if I register my headset? Absolutely! Registering your headset will assure quick and efficient processing of any repair or accessory purchases that you may need. If you purchased your Delta Zulu headset directly from Lightspeed, your headset is already registered with us. You will need your serial number to register your headset or make a request for warranty repair. What is the warranty for a new headset? Lightspeed Aviation, Inc.
Specifications General Microphone Battery power supply: 3V, two AA batteries; 3.7V rechargeable lithium ion battery Weight: 14.9 oz.
Specifications UAC Connections Included with the headset: USB-A to UAC = Charging (external bottom pack)/music on PC Available for purchase on the Lightspeed website (https://www.lightspeedaviation.com/productcategory/accessories/) • Lightning to UAC = Play music/phone use/ iPhone/iPad • USB-C to UAC = Play music/phone use/iPad Pro • 3.
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