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Widex CROS-FS User Instructions

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  • Page 1 USER INSTRUCTIONS CROS-FS model...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    THE WIDEX CROS TRANSMITTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

  • Page 4: The Widex Cros Transmitter

    THE WIDEX CROS TRANSMITTER The illustration below shows the WIDEX CROS trans- mitter without the ear-set, which consists of a wire and an ear-tip . Please refer to the separate ear-set user manual provided . 1 . On/off switch 2 . Battery drawer with nail grip 3 .
  • Page 5 . WARNING This booklet and the manual “Ear-sets for Widex BTE hearing aids” contain important information and instructions . Read these booklets carefully before you start using the transmitter .
  • Page 6 The transmitter is worn on the deaf ear like an ordinary “behind-the-ear” hearing aid . It receives sound from the surroundings and transmits it to a Widex wireless hearing aid worn on the better ear, via a proprietary wireless technology called WidexLink .

  • Page 7: The Battery

    The battery We recommend zinc-air batteries . Use a size 312 bat- tery for the transmitter . To obtain replacement batteries, please consult your hearing care professional . It is important to take note of the expiry date and the recommendations on the battery pack regarding disposal of used batteries .

  • Page 8: Battery Drawer Without A Nail Grip

    Place the battery in the drawer, so that the plus (+) sign on the battery faces upward . You can use the battery magnet provided to steer the battery into place . If the battery drawer does not close easily, the battery is incorrectly inserted .

  • Page 9: Right/Left Identification

    The battery drawer is opened as illus- trated WARNING • Never leave an exhausted battery in the transmitter . Exhausted batteries may leak, damaging the device . • Your transmitter may stop functioning, for instance if the bat- tery is exhausted . You should be aware of this possibility, in particular when you are in traffic or are otherwise dependent on warning signals .

  • Page 10: Positioning The Transmitter

    Positioning the transmitter Insert the earpiece in the ear canal while holding the lower part of the tube . It may help to pull the outer ear backwards and upwards with the opposite hand . Place the transmitter behind the ear, so that the device and tube rest comfortably on the ear, close to your head .

  • Page 11: Removing The Transmitter

    Removing the transmitter Remove the transmitter from its position behind the ear . Carefully pull the earpiece out of the ear canal, while holding the lower part of the tube . If the earpiece is provided with an extraction cord, take hold of this and carefully pull the ear-tip out of the ear canal .

  • Page 12: Turning The Transmitter On And Off

    Turning the transmitter on and off Close the battery drawer to turn on the transmitter . To turn it off, open the battery drawer slightly to the first position where a click is felt . Please remember to turn off the transmitter when it is not in use .
  • Page 13 NOTE: If you have a DEX device, you need to turn off transmis- sion by pressing the program button in order to use the DEX . Turn off the transmitter if you want to access different listening programs in the hearing aid worn on the bet- ter ear .

  • Page 14: Cleaning

    CLEANING The following cleaning accessories are available for the transmitter and ear-set* . For cleaning the ear-set, see the user manual “Ear-sets for Widex BTE hearing aids” . 1 . Cloth 2 . Wax removing tool 3 . Brush Contact your hearing care professional if you need additional supplies of cleaning accessories .

  • Page 15: The Transmitter

    The transmitter Clean the device with the soft cloth after use . If the microphone openings are still blocked, contact your hearing care professional . WARNING Never use water or cleaning solutions to clean the transmitter, as this may cause it to malfunction . When the transmitter is not in use, keep it in a warm, dry place with the battery drawer open, to ventilate the...

  • Page 16: In Case Of Malfunction

    Note: This information covers only the transmitter itself . See the “Ear-sets for Widex BTE hearing aids” user manual for information specific to your ear-set . If the problems persist, contact your hearing care pro- fessional for assistance .

  • Page 17: Caring For Your Transmitter

    CARING FOR YOUR TRANSMITTER The transmitter is a valuable object and should be treated with care . Here are some things you can do to prolong the life of your device: CAUTION • Turn off your transmitter when it is not in use . Remove the battery if the device will not be used for several days .

  • Page 18: Warnings

    WARNINGS WARNING The transmitter and batteries can be dangerous if swal lowed or used improperly . Swallowing or improper use can result in severe injury or even fatalities . In case of ingestion, contact a physician immediately . • Keep the transmitter and its parts and batteries out of reach of children and anyone else who might swallow such items or otherwise cause injury to themselves .
  • Page 19 WARNING • Please note that when using the transmitter, you must allow regular ventilation of the ear . If the ear is not adequately ventilated, there may be a slightly increased risk of infection or disease in the ear canal . We therefore recommend that you remove the device and ear-set from your ear when you go to bed, to allow the ear canal to be ventilated .
  • Page 20 WARNING Interference with active Implants • In order to show caution, we advise to follow the guidelines recommended by manufacturers of defibrillators and pace- makers regarding use of mobile phones: • If you wear an active implantable device keep the Wireless Hearing Aids and Hearing Aid Accessories such as wireless remote controls or communicators at least 15 cm/6 inches away from the implant .
  • Page 21 CAUTION • Your transmitter has been tested for interference according to international standards . Nevertheless, it is possible that unforeseen interference may occur in the device due to electromagnetic radiation from other products such as alarm systems, room surveillance equipment and mobile phones . •...

  • Page 22: Advice

    ADVICE NOTE • In most cases, using the transmitter infrequently will not permit you to gain full benefit from it . • The use of the transmitter is only part of hearing habilitation and may need to be supplemented by auditory training and instruction in lipreading .

  • Page 23: Regulatory Information

    REGULATORY INFORMATION FCC ID: TTY-DFS IC: 5676B-DFS Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules . Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation .
  • Page 24 Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by Widex could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment . Industry Canada Statement / Déclaration d’industrie Canada Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada .
  • Page 25 Directive 1999/5/EC Hereby, Widex A/S declares that this CROS-FS is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC . A copy of the Declaration of Conformity according to 1999/5/EC can be found at: http://www .widex .com/doc...
  • Page 26 Electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) contains materials, components and sub- stances that can be hazardous and present a risk to human health and the environment when waste electrical and electronic equip- ment (WEEE) is not handled correctly . Do not dispose of hearing aids, hearing aid accessories and batteries with ordinary household waste .

  • Page 27: Symbols

    SYMBOLS SYMBOLS Symbols commonly used by Widex A/S in medical device labelling (labels/IFU/etc .) Symbol Title/Description Manufacturer The product is produced by the manufacturer whose name and address are stated next to the symbol . If ap- propriate, the date of manufacture may also be stated .
  • Page 28 Symbol Title/Description Keep dry The product must be protected from moisture and/or The product must be kept away from rain Lower limit of temperature The lowest temperature to which the product can be safely exposed . Upper limit of temperature The highest temperature to which the product can be safely exposed .
  • Page 29 Symbol Title/Description CE mark The product is in conformity with the requirements set out in European CE marking directives . Alert The product is identified by R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC as an equipment Class 2 product with some restrictions on use in some CE member states . C-Tick mark The product complies with EMC and radio spectrum regulatory requirements for products supplied to the...
  • Page 32 WIDEX A/S Nymoellevej 6, DK-3540 Lynge, Denmark www . w idex .com Manual no .: É[5qr0w9|j;;a;h] 9 514 0297 001 #01 Issue: 2015-02...

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