Changing the Mic Membrane
The G8's mic membrane may accumulate dust and debris, which can cause people to not hear you when using Push-to-Talk (PTT). In this case, Blackline Safety recommends changing the mic membrane.
You need the following to change the mic membrane:
Spudger pry tool
Mic membrane replacement kit (ACC-G8-MSFK-XXX):
Mic membrane
Mic label
Note: The mic membrane replacement kit (ACC-G8-MSFK-XXX) also contains a speaker membrane replacement kit. It is recommended to change the speaker membrane and mic membrane at the same time. For details, see Changing the Speaker Membrane.
- Push the flat end of the Spudger pry tool into one of mic label's corners.
- Lift off the label to remove it.
- Use the flat end of the tool to remove any glue and debris under the mic label.
- Use the small tip of the tool to remove the old mic membrane.
- Lift a new membrane from the plastic liner with the flat side of the tool.
- Place the new membrane into the hole.
- Use the tool to press the plastic ring around the membrane down. CAUTION: Do not press directly on the membrane. Do not use the sharp side of the tool, as the membranes are fragile and can be torn during installation.
- Use the flat side of the tool to peel out a replacement mic label from the replacement kit.
- Replace the mic label on G8.
- Press down on the label to secure and level it with the G8's frame.