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Starkey Destiny 1600 Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 O p e r at i O n s M a n u a l in-the-ear 1 6 0 0...
  • Page 2 Starkey Laboratories, Inc., a global hearing instrument manufacturer, is a worldwide provider of comprehensive digital hearing solutions. Founded in 1967, Starkey operates facilities in more than 25 countries and is a recognized world leader in the design and development of innovative hearing solutions.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    table of Contents Overview Features, Controls and Identification ... 2 preparation Batteries ....... . . 4 Battery Indicator Tones .

  • Page 4: Overview

    Overview Features, Controls and identification Your hearing system controls include: 1. Microphone opening(s) 2. Battery compartment (on/off control) 3. Vent (optional) 4. Receiver opening Your hearing system can be identified by: 5. Location of serial number (Red Right/Blue Left)
  • Page 5 Overview Multimemory Button (Optional) Volume Control (Optional)

  • Page 6: Batteries

    preparation Batteries Your hearing system uses either a size 13 or 312 battery as its power source. This battery size can be identified by the orange (13) or brown (312) color code on the packaging. to insert or replace the battery: 1.
  • Page 7 preparation...

  • Page 8: Battery Indicator Tones

    preparation Battery indicator tones A tone will sound when the battery voltage is low. You have approximately 20 minutes* to replace the battery. A different tone lasting two seconds will sound just before the battery stops working. * Actual time between low battery indicator and shut down will vary depending on environmental noise levels and brand of battery used.
  • Page 9 preparation • Because batteries can vary in size and performance, your hearing care professional is your best source for lifespan estimates and verification that you are using the proper size and type Warnings Batteries are dangerous if swallowed. To help prevent the accidental ingestion of batteries: Keep out of reach of children and pets Check your medications before taking them –...

  • Page 10: Insertion And Removal

    preparation insertion and removal to insert the hearing instrument: 1. Hold the instrument with your thumb and forefinger on the outer edges of the case. 2. Tilt your hand slightly forward and gently insert the canal tip of the instrument into your ear canal and rotate the instrument backwards. Softly press the instrument into place with your fingertip.
  • Page 11 preparation to remove the hearing instrument: Grasp the instrument with your thumb and forefinger; gently rotate it as you pull outward. Helpful Hints • Minor irritation and inflammation may occur as your ear becomes accustomed to having an object in it; if so, please contact your hearing care professional • If an actual allergic reaction occurs, alternative materials are available; contact your hearing care professional • Severe swelling, discharge from the ear, excessive wax, or other unusual conditions warrant immediate consultation with a physician...

  • Page 12: Operation

    Operation On, Off and Volume levels My hearing instrument has no volume control. Please read the section below. My hearing instrument has a volume control. Please skip to the section labled “On, Off with Volume Control.” to turn On: Insert a battery and completely close the battery door.

  • Page 13: On, Off With Volume Control

    Operation On, Off with Volume Control To turn the instrument “on,” use your fingertip to rotate the volume On Or VOluMe On Or VOluMe control forward, toward inCrease inCrease your face. You should feel it “click” on if the instrument was correctly turned off. To make sounds louder, continue to rotate the control forward, toward your face.
  • Page 14 Operation Some hearing instruments are programmed to have a power on delay. Your hearing professional will place a check in the box below if your hearing instruments have this feature. My hearing instrument has a power on delay The power on delay means that your instruments will take several seconds to power up once they have been turned on.

  • Page 15: Multimemory Settings

    Operation Multimemory settings My hearing instrument has Multimemory. Please read the section below. My hearing instrument does not have Multimemory. Please go to page 15. Your hearing care professional can set up to four hearing programs for you. These additional programs are accessed by pressing the Multimemory button inward.
  • Page 16 Operation When you press the Multimemory button, you may hear an indicator or a tone series indicating the device has changed to the next program. Your hearing instrument has been setup with the following environments. Program Tone Speech Environment 1 Tone One Normal 2 Tones...

  • Page 17: Directional Settings

    Operation Directional settings My hearing system uses omnidirectional microphones. Please skip to the Telephone Use section on page 17. My hearing system uses directional microphones. Please read the information below. Directional microphones help improve speech understanding in noisy situations. Your hearing system has been setup with the following directional settings: Program Directional Setting...
  • Page 18 Operation When the directional microphones are activated automatically (automatic), the hearing instrument will continually monitor the environment and gradually adjust to the appropriate mode to optimize speech intelligibility. When the directional microphones are activated by pushing the Multimemory button (manual), the hearing instrument optimizes speech when you select the directional memory.

  • Page 19: Telephone Use

    Operation telephone use Your hearing instruments are equipped with tools to help you effectively communicate on the telephone. Your hearing professional will check the box/boxes that represent the telephone settings in your instruments. Your hearing instruments have the following telephone setting(s): Automatic telephone response Automatic telecoil Telecoil.
  • Page 20 Operation automatic telephone response and automatic telecoil These options activate the telephone response automatically when used with a hearing aid compatible telephone. To use, place the telephone receiver on your ear as you normally would and the hearing instrument will select the telephone setting.
  • Page 21 Operation telecoil and Manual switching Hearing instruments with a manual telecoil allow you to switch the devices to telephone mode when needed. Manually switched telecoils are activated by choosing the telecoil setting using the multimemory button. General telephone use Some hearing instruments work best by holding the phone close to, but not fully covering your ear.
  • Page 22 Operation Some hearing aid users have reported a buzzing sound in their hearing aids when they are using cell phones, indicating that the cell phone and hearing aid may not be compatible. According to the ANSI C63.19 standard (ANSI C63.19-2006 American National Standard Methods of Measurement of Compatibility Between Wireless Communications Devices and Hearing Aids), the compatibility of...

  • Page 23: Self Check

    Operation please try this hearing aid with your cell phone or, if you are purchasing a new phone, be sure to try it with your hearing aid prior to purchase. For additional guidance, please ask your cell phone provider for the booklet entitled “Hearing Aid Compatibility with Digital Wireless Cell Phones.”...
  • Page 24 Operation to perform the self Check: 1. Open and close the battery door three times. 2. Place the hearing system in your ear. 3. Listen for the status indicator. 4. Schedule an appointment with your hearing care professional, if needed.

  • Page 25: Reminder

    Operation reminder Some hearing systems have been programmed with a Reminder indicating that it is time to schedule an appointment. Your hearing care professional will check the box below if this feature is activated. Your Reminder feature is activated. Your Reminder indicator is a: Speech Indicator (Make Appointment) Tone Indicator The Reminder will occur automatically.

  • Page 26: Summary Of Settings

    Operation summary of settings environment Directional setting Program 1 Normal Automatic Program 2 Automatic Manual Program 3 Automatic Manual Program 4 Automatic Manual Low Battery — — Battery End of Life — — — — Standby — — Push and Hold Self Check —...
  • Page 27 Operation indicator tone On indicator tone type Speech 1 Tone Speech 2 Tones Tone Series Speech 3 Tones Tone Series Speech 4 Tones Tone Series Speech Tone Series Speech Sustained Tone Tone Series Speech Tone Series Speech Tone Series Speech Tone Series...

  • Page 28: Hearing System Care

    Hearing system Care instrument Care Do your best to keep your hearing instrument clean at all times. Heat, moisture and foreign substances can result in poor performance. • Clean daily over a soft cloth to prevent damage from a fall to a hard surface • Use a cleaning brush to clean debris from around the microphone, receiver and the battery compartment • Never use water, solvents, cleaning fluids or oil to clean your instrument Your hearing care professional can provide further information on additional maintenance procedures...
  • Page 29 Hearing system Care Helpful Hints • When not wearing your hearing instruments, open the battery door to allow any moisture to evaporate • When not in use, remove the batteries completely; place your hearing system in the storage container and store: – In a dry, safe place – Away from direct sunlight or heat to avoid extreme temperatures –...

  • Page 30: Service And Repair

    Hearing system Care service and repair If, for any reason, your hearing system does not operate properly, do NOT attempt to fix it yourself. Not only are you likely to violate any applicable warranties or insurance, you could easily cause further damage. Should your hearing system fail or perform poorly, check the guide on the next page for possible solutions.

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting Guide

    Hearing system Care troubleshooting Guide sYMptOM pOssiBle sOlutiOns Causes Low battery Replace battery Wax or debris in Clean both the microphone or microphone and Not Loud receiver receiver with Enough brush Hearing change Contact your hearing care professional Inconsistent Low battery Replace battery Performance Low battery Replace battery...

  • Page 32: Tips For Better Communication

    tips for Better Communication Your hearing care professional will recommend an appropriate schedule to help you adapt to your new hearing system. It will take practice, time and patience for your brain to adapt to the new sounds that your hearing system provides. Hearing is only part of how we share thoughts, ideas and feelings. Reading lips, facial expressions and gestures can help the learning process and add to what amplification alone may miss.

  • Page 33: For Your Family And Friends

    tips for Better Communication • Let others know what you need; keep in mind that people cannot “see” your hearing loss • Develop realistic expectations of what your hearing instruments can and cannot do • Better hearing with hearing instruments is a learned skill combining desire, practice and patience For Your Family and Friends Your family and friends are also affected by your hearing loss.

  • Page 34: Fda Information

    FDa information required information The following additional information is provided in compliance with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations: WARNING TO HEARING INSTRUMENT DISPENSERS. A hearing instrument dispenser should advise a prospective hearing instrument user to consult promptly with a licensed physician (preferably an ear specialist) before dispensing a hearing instrument if the hearing instrument dispenser determines through inquiry, actual observation, or review of any other available information concerning the prospective user, that the...
  • Page 35 An audiologist is qualified by training and experience to assist in the evaluation and rehabilitation of a child with a hearing loss. starkey World Headquarters P.O. Box 9457 Minneapolis, MN 55440 starkey european Headquarters Wm. F. Austin House, Bramhall Technology Park...
  • Page 36 You don’t wait to change someone’s life.” — Jerry Ruzicka, President Starkey Laboratories, Inc. 83389-000 7/08 © 2007-2008 Starkey Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved 0086 BKLT0030-02-EE-ST REV. C...

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