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- Page 1 Established 1976 P680RW & P1500R RIE User Guide Before use, please read this user guide to help you V1.0 August 2014 get the most from your Puretone hearing system.
- Page 2 Personal Information Name: Address: Date of purchase: Model: Left serial no: Battery: Right serial no: Battery: Hearing Care Professional Information Name: Address: Telephone: Email: Opening hours:...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction Identification Features Battery Type Battery Installation Switching On/Off Multi-Function Button Wireless Telephone Use 13-15 Telecoil / Inductive Loop Systems Direct Audio Input 17-18 Low Battery Indicator Sports Lock Device Insertion 19-21 Device Removal The Receiver Tube Cleaning The Receiver Tube & Domes 24-26 Troubleshooting 27-29... -
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your new Puretone digital hearing system which your hearing care professional has chosen and adjusted to suit your personal requirements. In order to gain the maximum benefit from the system it is recommended that you read this user guide thoroughly to familiarise yourself with the control panel and various functions available. -
Page 5: Identification
Please quote your serial number in all correspondence with your hearing care professional regarding your system. Serial Number & Model The serial number and model of your Puretone hearing system can be found as shown below: Model P680RW Model P1500R Model &... -
Page 6: Features
Features - P680RW 1) Receiver Tube 2) Receiver Open Dome 3) Receiver Tulip Dome 4) Receiver Power Dome 5) RIE Mould 6) Sports Lock 7) Battery Compartment 8) Receiver 9) Multi-Function Button 10) NP Receiver Tube 11) HP Receiver Tube 12) Left/Right Indicator 13) Model &... - Page 7 Features - P1500R 1) Receiver Tube 2) Receiver Open Dome 3) Receiver Tulip Dome 4) Receiver Power Dome 5) RIE Mould 6) Sports Lock 7) Battery Compartment 8) Receiver 9) NP Receiver Tube 10) HP Receiver Tube 11) Left/Right Indicator 12) Model &...
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Page 8: Battery Type
The type of battery used in your hearing system will depend upon the model you have. Size 312 Model: Brown P680RW Size 10A Model: Yellow P1500R Puretone recommends PureCell Plus batteries. Replacement batteries and accessories are available from your hearing care professional or from www.puretoneretail.net. -
Page 9: Battery Installation
Battery Installation Open the battery compartment by using the finger nail notch on the edge of the battery tray as shown in fig. 1. Remove the used battery if present. Pull off the protective sticker on the new battery using the tab provided and wait a few seconds for air to enter and begin to activate. -
Page 10: Switching On/Off
Switching On When the battery door is closed (with a battery inserted), the hearing system turns on, and the default program will be activated. Delayed Activation If you prefer to turn on your hearing system just prior to placing it on your ear, your hearing care professional can activate a function called Delayed Activation. -
Page 11: Multi-Function Button
Multi-Function Button (Only applicable to P680RW) The multi-function button is designed to change the volume or listening programs of the hearing instrument, based on different ways it is pressed. WARNING Never use the device on a higher volume setting than is comfortable as this may result in damage to your hearing. -
Page 12: Wireless
Additional Features (Only applicable to P680RW) Your hearing system supports wireless functionality and can be paired with a wireless accessory like TV Streamer so you can activate streaming mode. 1. Press and hold the push button for 2 seconds. 2. You will then hear short melody that indicates streaming mode. -
Page 13: Telephone Use
Additional Features Telephone Use Finding the optimal position for holding a telephone may require practice for some individuals, and one or more of the following suggestions may be helpful. 1. Hold the telephone as you would normally. 2. Hold the telephone towards the top of the ear (closer to where the microphones are). -
Page 14: Additional Features
Additional Features AutoPhone (optional) The AutoPhone function, allows your hearing system to automatically switch to your telephone program when a telephone receiver with an AutoPhone magnet is raised to the ear. When the telephone receiver is removed from the ear, the hearing system automatically returns to the previous listening program. - Page 15 Additional Features AutoPhone Warnings 1. Keep magnets out of reach of pets and children. If a magnet is swallowed, please seek advice from a medical practitioner. 2. The AutoPhone magnet may affect some medical devices or electronic systems. The manufacturer of any magnetically sensitive devices (e.g. pacemakers) should advise you regarding appropriate safety precautions when using your hearing system and magnet in close proximity to the medical device or electronic system in question.
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Page 16: Telecoil / Inductive Loop Systems
Additional Features Telecoil (optional) If equipped, a telecoil can be activated by your hearing care professional and accessed through one of the additional programs. A telecoil picks up a telephone’s magnetic signal and converts it to sound. An optional telephone program may help to improve speech understanding on the telephone. -
Page 17: Direct Audio Input
Additional Features Direct Audio Input (Only applicable to P680RW) Use of Direct Audio Input (DAI), which enables a direct connection of the hearing system to items such as television, radio, and remote microphones, may increase speech understanding for some individuals. The sound source is connected to the hearing system by a cable or a wireless FM system to the audio boot. -
Page 18: Low Battery Indicator
Additional Features Removing Audio Boots 1. Press and hold the button on the front side of the audio boot. 2. Gently remove the audio boot from the hearing system. Low Battery Indicator Your hearing care professional can set your hearing system to give an acoustical indication when the battery is reaching its end of life. -
Page 19: Device Insertion
Device Insertion - Domes Fitting Domes It is recommended that your hearing care professional change domes, as incorrect dome replacement could result in the dome falling out in the ear. Standard Domes 1. Push the new dome over the flanges on the receiver. 2. - Page 20 Device Insertion - Domes 1) Identify which eartip is for the left ear and which is for the right ear. The left eartip will have a blue marking, and the right will have a red marking. 2) Gently pull the bottom of your ear down with your thumb and finger.
- Page 21 Device Insertion - Custom RIE Mould 1) Identify which earpiece is for the left ear and which is for the right ear. The left earpiece will have a blue marking, and the right will have a red marking. 2) Hold the RIE mould between your thumb and index finger and position its sound outlet in your ear canal.
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Page 22: Device Removal
Device Removal To remove the RIE mould from the ear, gently grasp the removal cord and pull the RIE mould outward. NOTE: Do not pull the receiver tube directly, as it may break. To remove the open fitting dome from the ear, gently hold the receiver tube with your thumb and forefinger and pull the tube outward. -
Page 23: The Receiver Tube
The Receiver Tube The receiver tube is available in two different power levels: Normal Power (NP) and High Power (HP). Depending on your hearing loss you have either been fitted with the NP or the HP receiver type. The receiver tube contains the wiring to the receiver which delivers the sound to the ear canal. -
Page 24: Cleaning The Receiver Tube & Domes
Cleaning The Receiver Tubes & Domes The receiver tube and the receiver dome should be cleaned regularly. Use a damp cloth to clean the receiver tube and receiver dome on the outside. Do not use water when you are cleaning the receiver tubes or the receiver domes. - Page 25 Cleaning The Receiver Tubes & Domes Changing wax guard for NP receiver tube 1. Clean any debris from the old wax guard. 2. Insert the wand into the old wax guard. 3. Twist the wand with the wax guard in a clockwise direction to ensure it is attached to the wand.
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Page 26: Cleaning The Receiver Tube & Domes
Cleaning The Receiver Tubes & Domes Changing wax guard for HP receiver tube Please contact your hearing care professional to have the wax guard in the power dome exchanged for you. RIE Mould: Replacement wax guards are available from your hearing care professional or from www.puretoneretail.net. -
Page 27: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting In the unlikely event that you experience problems with your hearing system please consult the following chart to eliminate accidental errors. Symptom Possible Cause Solution Hearing system Hearing system not Remove and reinsert the whistles during properly inserted earmould/open fitting tip correctly in the ear Object (e.g. - Page 28 Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Solution Your own voice More time possibly Your own voice may sound different to you, especially sounds different needed to adjust to your hearing system when you first start wearing the device. This is normal, and in most cases becomes less noticeable over time.
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Page 29: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Solution Your hearing Battery low/dead Replace battery system is not loud enough or Wax build-up Clean earmould/tubing/ dead dome Volume control turned Increase volume level down Component fault Repair required - contact your hearing care professional If any of the solutions above does not rectify the problem please consult your hearing care professional who will be happy to help you. -
Page 30: Expectations
Expectations Your hearing system is not a cure for hearing loss. Listening in situations with background noise may still be a little difficult. Hearing benefits tend to be more apparent after a few weeks of regular wear. If the device feels loose in the ear gently push it into the ear until it feels secure. -
Page 31: Care & Maintenance
Care & Maintenance Your new hearing system is a precision engineered micro-electronic device and although it is robust in construction, it should always be handled with care to prolong its useful working life. Avoid dropping the hearing system. When replacing batteries or cleaning, always handle over something soft, such as a pillow or folded towel. - Page 32 Care & Maintenance As with other electronic devices, do not expose your device directly to moisture such as driving rain or water from the shower. Always remove the hearing system in situations where it may become contaminated with water or hairspray. If your hearing system does get wet or if it has been exposed to high humidity or perspiration, it should be left out to dry overnight with the battery out and the battery compartment open.
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Page 33: Care & Maintenance
Care & Maintenance When not to wear your hearing system If you are experiencing drainage, pain, bleeding or infection in the ear, do not use your hearing system and seek medical advise. If you are exposed to sources of loud noises, power tools or heavy machinery, do not wear your hearing system. -
Page 34: Battery Care
Battery Care Remove the activation sticker from the flat side of the battery before use. If you are not using your hearing system for an extended period, remove the battery to prevent any risk of corrosion. Store batteries in a dry, safe place; away from food and medicines. Keep out of reach of children or pets. -
Page 35: Disposal Information
Disposal Information Within the European Union, the marked equipment is covered by “Directive 2002/96/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 January 2003 on waste electrical and electronic equipment.” Amended by “Directive 2003/108/EC” (WEEE). Recycle hearing systems, batteries and accessories according to national regulations. - Page 36 0088 Puretone Ltd, 9-10 Henley Business Park, Trident Close, Medway City Estate, Rochester, Kent. ME2 4FR. United Kingdom. www.puretone.net Established 1976 This user guide is also available on request in large text format.
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