Summary Operating Instructions for BTE (Behind-the-Ear) Hearing Instruments Features Inserting Earmold Positioning Instrument Removing Earmold & Instrument ON/OFF Volume Control Push Button Telecoil Directionality Battery Replacement Battery Indicator Battery Information FM and Direct Audio Input Shoe Safety Guidelines International Warranty Push Button Configuration...
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The following hearing instruments are covered in these operating instructions Neo 102/112 Neo 105 DM Congratulations on the purchase of your new hearing instruments. These advanced devices are fully digital, and have been adjusted by your hearing care professional with the aid of a computer and specially developed software.
Inserting your earmold Inserting your earmold correctly every time, takes practice, patience and perseverance. If you are hav- ing difficulty inserting your earmolds, please consult your hearing care professional. Insert your earmold first, then position the hearing instrument over your ear. •...
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• Lift the earmold up to your ear. Push the canal part of the earmold into the ear canal opening twisting slightly to ease the helix portion into position. The helix part should be pointing straight up and should slip into position. •...
To position the hearing instrument • Once the earmold is inserted cor- rectly, lift the hearing instrument up and position it behind the ear. Take care not to twist the tubing of the hearing instrument. Removing your earmold and hearing instrument •...
ON/OFF function Neo 102/112/105 Turn on your hearing instruments by closing the battery doors com- pletely. They will make a beep. Turn off your hearing instruments by opening the battery doors slightly until a click is felt. It is also possible to turn off the...
Volume Control Louder To increase the volume: Turn the volume control up Softer To decrease the volume: Turn the volume control down The volume control has no mechanical stop. This means that you can continue to turn it, but the loudness will only be altered between the programmed minimum and maximum.
Push button function Use the push button to change between programs. When the hearing instrument is turned on it will automatically be in program 1 Press the push button once to change to program 2. You will hear two short beeps. For hearing instruments equipped with a directional microphone, program 2 is always the directional mode.
Telecoil function Neo 102/105/112 The telecoil enables you to hear better when using a telephone or in places where inductive loop systems are installed (places of worship, churches, theaters, etc.). When the telecoil is active, you will hear directly through the inductive loop or telephone.
Directionality (Neo 105 only) Omni-Directional mode (program 1) This mode will provide clear sound from all directions in normal listening situations when on the street, lis- tening to music or in quiet situations. This mode is for everyday, typical use.
Battery replacement • Your hearing instrument uses a size 13 battery. To insert a new battery • Use your fingernail to gently swing the battery drawer fully open, but do not force it. • Take out the used battery. • Remove colored sticker from new battery (if applicable).
Battery Indicator When the battery is about to run out the instrument will beep at regular intervals. This warning indicates that the battery should be replaced immediately. Optional tamper-resistant battery drawer This is recommended for small children. With the hearing instrument in the off position, insert the end of a ballpoint pen into the small recess as shown.
Battery information • Battery life will vary with conditions of use. See your hearing care professional for more information. • Always keep spare batteries on hand. These are available from your hearing care professional. • A used battery should be replaced immediately. •...
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• Used batteries should be returned to your battery supplier or hearing care professional for disposal. • Never dispose of batteries by burning them. There is a risk that they may explode and cause injury. • Never dispose of batteries with household waste. They cause environmental pollution.
FM or Direct Audio Input (DAI) shoe An FM receiver enables the hearing instrument to receive signals directly from an external wireless transmitter. Direct Audio Input (DAI) Direct Audio Input (DAI) enables the hearing instrument to receive signals directly from external sources such as T.V., personal stereo, etc.
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The hearing instrument will mix the signals from the shoe with the microphone so that you can listen to both sources. The hearing instrument will beep twice in this mode: one lower frequency beep followed by a higher frequency beep. It is possible to switch from this combined setting by pressing the push button so that the hearing instrument is only amplifying the signal from the FM shoe or DAI...
Safety guidelines Hearing instruments and batteries can be dangerous if swallowed or improperly used. Such actions can result in severe injury, permanent hearing loss or even fatality. Familiarize yourself completely with the following general warnings and the full contents of this booklet before using your hearing instruments.
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• Clean your hearing instruments and their parts on a regular basis only with products that are recommended by your hearing care professional. Microorganisms from unclean instruments may cause skin irritations. • Be careful with leaking battery liquid, as it is a hazardous substance.
International warranty Your hearing instruments are covered by a limited warranty, covering defects in materials and workman- ship. This warranty covers the hearing instruments themselves, but not accessories such as batteries, tubing, earmolds, etc. This warranty is void if a defect is the result of misuse or mistreatment.
Push button configuration Your hearing instruments are programmed in the following way: ❑ Omni Directional Hearing Instruments (Neo ______) Program Beeps Function Normal listening situations ❑ Noise ❑ Music ❑ Car noise ❑ Telecoil Telecoil ❑ Telecoil with microphone ❑ Directional Hearing Instruments (Neo ______)