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NuEar Rhapsody Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 operations manual Behind-The-Ear mini...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Identification Features, Controls and Identification ......... 2 Preparation Batteries ................4 Battery Indicator Tones............6 Tamper Resistant Battery Compartment ......7 Insertion and Removal Custom Earmold ............. 10 Instant Fit Earbud or Custom Eartip ........ 13 Operation On, Off and Volume Levels ..........

  • Page 4: Identification

    Identification Features, Controls and Identification Your hearing system controls include: 1. Earhook and Comfort Fit Solutions 2. Microphone(s) 3. Multimemory button 4. Battery compartment (on/off control) 5. Side indicator RIgHT is for ear, Blue is for leFT ear. 6. Tamper resistant battery compartment lock Your hearing system can be identified by: 7.
  • Page 5 Identification SeRIAl NumBeR 00-000000...

  • Page 6: Preparation

    Preparation Batteries Your hearing system uses a size 312 battery as its power source. This battery size can be identified by the brown color code on the packaging. To insert or replace the battery: 1. Use the nail grip on the battery door. 2.
  • Page 7 Preparation...

  • Page 8: Battery Indicator Tones

    Preparation Battery Indicator Tones An indicator will sound when the battery’s 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: Tamper Resistant Battery Compartment

    Preparation Tamper Resistant Battery Compartment To lock the battery door: Use an appropriate tool to slide the recessed switch to the left until it “clicks” and the colored mark is visible. To unlock the battery door: Slide the recessed switch to the right until it “clicks”...
  • Page 10 Preparation Helpful Hints • NEVER FORCE THE DOOR SHUT; this could result in serious damage; if the door will not close securely, check that the battery is inserted correctly • Do not open the battery door too far or damage is likely to occur • Dispose of used batteries immediately in the proper waste or recycling container • 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...
  • Page 11 Preparation WA RN IN G : HEARING INSTRUMENT BATTERIES ARE DANGEROUS IF SWALLOWED. National Button Battery (202) 625-3333 Ingestion Hotline Keep out of reach of children and pets Check your medications before taking them – batteries have been mistaken for pills Never put batteries in your mouth, as they can easily be swallowed National Button Battery Ingestion Hotline:...

  • Page 12: Insertion And Removal

    Insertion and Removal Custom earmold To insert the Custom earmold and hearing instrument: 1. Hold the Custom Earmold with your thumb and forefinger on the outer side near the tubing. 2. Tilt your hand slightly forward and gently insert the canal tip of the Custom Earmold into your ear canal.
  • Page 13 Insertion and Removal...
  • Page 14 Insertion and Removal 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 earmold 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 15: Instant Fit Earbud Or Custom Eartip

    Insertion and Removal Insertion and Removal of Instant Fit earbud or Custom eartip To insert the Instant Fit earbud or Custom eartip: 1. Insert the Instant Fit Earbud/Custom Eartip into your ear canal. 2. Gently wrap the BTE over your ear until it rests securely behind your ear.
  • Page 16 Insertion and Removal To remove the hearing instrument and Instant Fit earbud: 1. Remove the lock from the concha bowl of your ear. 2. Remove the hearing instrument from behind your ear. 3. Gently grasp the tubing at the opening of the ear canal and pull outward.
  • Page 17 Insertion and Removal To remove the hearing instrument and Custom eartip: 1. Remove the lock from the concha bowl of your ear. 2. Remove the hearing instrument from behind your ear. 3. Grasp the removal line on the Custom Eartip and gently pull outward.

  • Page 18: Operation

    Operation On, Off and Volume levels To turn ON: Insert a battery and completely close the battery door. To turn OFF: Open the battery door until the battery is no longer touching the battery contacts. Your hearing system has been set to a specific volume level by your hearing care professional.

  • Page 19: Multimemory Settings

    Operation multimemory Settings Your hearing care professional can set up to four hearing programs for you. These additional programs are accessed by pressing the Multimemory button inward. When you press the Multimemory button, you may hear an indicator or a tone series indicating the device has changed to the next program.

  • Page 20: Directional Settings

    Operation Directional Settings My hearing instrument has directional settings: No Your hearing system has directional microphones to help improve speech understanding in noisy situations. Your hearing system has been set up with the following directional settings: Program Directional Setting Automatic Manual Automatic Manual Automatic Manual Automatic Manual...

  • Page 21: Telephone Use

    Operation Telephone use Your hearing system has a telephone feature that enables you to comfortably use the telephone without removing your hearing instrument. Automatic Telephone Response (ATR) Place the telephone handset in a normal position and then shift slightly back. When correctly positioned, you will hear an indicator for the automatic activation of the telephone program.
  • 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 a particular hearing aid and cell phone...

  • Page 23: Self Check

    Operation Self Check Some hearing systems can run a diagnostic test of their own performance. This feature is called Self Check. Your hearing care professional will check the box below if this feature is activated. Your Self Check feature is activated. Your Self Check indicator is a: Speech Indicator (Good, Make appointment) Tone Indicator...

  • Page 24: Summary Of Settings

    Operation Summary of Settings environment Directional Setting Program 1 Normal Automatic Manual Program 2 Automatic Manual Program 3 Automatic Manual Program 4 Automatic Manual Low Battery — — — — Battery End of Life — — Self Check — — Reminder...
  • Page 25 Operation Indicator On Indicator 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 Speech Tone Series Speech Tone Series...

  • Page 26: Hearing System Care

    Hearing System Care Instrument Care My hearing instrument has: Standard tubing Thin tubing Do your best to keep your hearing instrument clean at all times. Heat, moisture and foreign substances can result in poor performance. • Use a cleaning brush or soft cloth to clean debris from around the switches, microphone and battery compartment • Never use water, solvents, cleaning fluids or oil to clean your instrument Standard Tubing 1.
  • Page 27 Hearing System Care – Wash the Custom Earmold with warm soapy water – Never use solvents 2. Slide the Custom Earmold tubing onto the BTE earhook when completely dry. Your hearing care professional can provide further information on additional maintenance procedures for your hearing system if needed.

  • Page 28: Thin Tubing Care

    Hearing System Care Thin Tubing 1. Unscrew the tubing from the tip of the hearing instrument. 2. Thread the cleaner through the tubing starting at the end just remove from the hearing instrument until it extends from the other end of the tubing.
  • Page 29 Hearing System Care 4. Clean the Earbud/Eartip with a dry cloth or brush. 5. If necessary, the Earbud/Eartip may be washed in warm, soapy water. Remove the Earbud/Eartip from the tubing prior to washing. Allow the Earbud/Eartip to dry overnight.
  • Page 30 Hearing System Care Helpful Hints • Make sure the Custom Earmold and tubing are completely dry before reconnecting to your hearing instrument earhook • When not wearing your hearing system, 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 31: 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 32: Troubleshooting Guide

    Hearing System Care Troubleshooting guide SYmPTOm POSSIBle SOluTIONS CAuSeS Low battery Replace battery Blocked Remove earmold/tubing/ blockage earbud and clean Not Loud Hearing change Contact your Enough hearing care professional Debris buildup Clean both microphone and receiver with brush Low battery Replace battery Inconsistent Performance...
  • Page 33 Hearing System Care SYmPTOm POSSIBle SOluTIONS CAuSeS Low battery Replace battery Blocked Remove Dead earmold/tubing blockage and clean Crimped tubing Contact your hearing care professional...

  • Page 34: 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 35: For Your Family And Friends

    Tips for Better Communication • 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. Request that they: • Get your full attention before beginning to speak • Look at you or sit face-to-face in a quiet room • Speak clearly and at a normal rate and level;...
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  • Page 38: 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 AID DISPENSERS. A hearing aid dispenser should advise a prospective hearing aid user to consult promptly with a licensed physician (preferably an ear specialist) before dispensing a hearing aid if the hearing aid dispenser determines through inquiry, actual observation, or review of any other available information concerning the prospective user, that the prospective user has any of the following...
  • Page 39 An audiologist is qualified by training and experience to assist in the evaluation and rehabilitation of a child with a hearing loss. NuEar 6769 Mesa Ridge Road Suite 100 San Diego, CA 92121 800.626.8327...
  • Page 40 83736-500 2/09 © 2009 NuEar All rights reserved BKLT0064-02-EE-NE Rev. C...

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