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I n T E R To n s c o p e USER GUIDE - ITE S430 S440 S450 S630 S640 S650 S430-D S440-D S450-D S630-D S640-D S650-D S430 HPG S440 HPG S450 HPG S630 HPG S640 HPG S650 HPG S430-D HPG S440-D HPG S450-D HPG...
Thank you for selecting an Interton hearing system. We are proud of our hearing products and are Contents confident you have chosen one of the best products available. Please familiarize yourself with the information in this guide. It contains important instructions for proper use and care, technical perfor-...
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Microphones (Sound Inlets) Manufacturer Receiver (Sound Outlet) Memory Selector Volume Control (Optional) Vent Serial Number Vent Battery Compartment Model and On/Off Switch Scope 4/Scope 6 In-the-Canal (ITC) Scope 4/Scope 6 In-the-Ear (ITE)
On/Off Function Stand-By Mode The door to the battery compartment serves as the On/Off switch for your Stand-by mode reduces battery consumption since only a small amount of power is hearing instrument. When the door is fully closed, the instrument is on. used.
Changing Memory Programs Dual microphone system Hearing instrument memories are used to store settings optimal in different listening If you want to listen to a person in a noisy environment, the microphones in your hearing situations. Your hearing healthcare professional may have programmed multiple memo- instrument can help you to concentrate on the speech.
Proper Placement in the Ear Removal • There is a blue indicator for left ear instruments, and a red • Gently massage behind your earlobe with an upward and downward motion to dis- indicator for right ear instruments. lodge the instrument. • Hold the instrument with your thumb and forefinger, • Place your thumb on the bottom and forefinger on the top of the instrument, and either on the sides (as shown) or above and below. carefully remove the instrument out of your ear canal with a slight “corkscrew” • Insert the instrument into your ear canal.
Using the Telephone While Wearing your Hearing System Autophone Function Close proximity to a telephone can sometimes cause hearing The Autophone function, allows your hearing instrument to automatically switch to your instruments to make a squealing sound, also known as feedback. tele phone programme when a telephone receiver is raised to the ear. When the telepho- To reduce the potential for this problem, your system is equipped ne receiver is removed from the ear, the hearing instrument automatically returns to the with a feedback managment system, which greatly reduces the previous listening programme.
3. High distortion during dialing or phoning may mean that the magnet is not in the optimal position relative to the telephone receiver. To avoid the issue, please move the magnet to another place on the telephone receiver. 4. Only use magnets for autophone use approved by Interton. Consult your hearing healthcare professional if unsure.
Using Assistive Listening (Tele-Loop) Systems Removing/Inserting the Battery Many gathering places are equipped with assistive listening (tele-loop) systems, for Open the battery door by putting your fingernail under the nail example, in schools, theaters and houses of worship. To take advantage of a tele-loop grip and pulling gently until the battery door is completely open.
Tip: Removing the battery when the instrument is not being worn will help prevent Battery Safety corrosion of the battery contacts. • Dispose of used batteries properly. Corrosion can decrease efficiency, causing excessive battery consumption. • Keep batteries out of reach of children or persons with diminished mental capacity. Note: A weak battery will cause reduced system performance. • Keep batteries away from pets. • Do not place batteries in your mouth. If a battery has been swallowed, Low Battery Warning consult a physician immediately.
Cleaning the Instrument Cleaning the Microphone Sound Inlet The surfaces of your instruments should be cleaned after every use. Use a soft cloth Keeping the sound inlet clean will allow the microphone to remove dirt, dust, earwax and residue from cosmetics or colognes. Keeping the to function properly. Use the soft brush provided with instruments as clean as possible will help avoid your hearing system to remove dust or other debris costly repairs.
Earwax Management Things that Can Damage Your Hearing System Hearing systems are susceptible to damage or poor performance from earwax. If Keep in mind that some of your day-to-day routines require that you remove your appro priate, your hearing health professional will have selected and installed an earwax hearing system.
Rough Treatment • Do not wear your instrument while showering, swimming, in heavy rain or in a Protect your hearing system from rough treatment by storing it in the provided carrying moist atmosphere such as steam bath or sauna. case when it is not in use. • Should your instrument become moist, put it in a dessicator. Your hearing care pro- fessional will be happy to counsel on this.
Solving small problems Your Interton instrument is a reliable one. In case of minor problems or malfunctions, you may be able to solve them yourself. SYMPTOM CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY Feedback, • Is your instrument inserted correctly? • Put it in again ’whistling’ • Is the volume very loud? • Reduce it • Are you holding your hand or an object (e.g. a hat) too • Move your hand away or create some more space between...
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SYMPTOM CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY Sound is distorted, • Is the battery dead? • Replace it with a new one spluttering or weak • Is the battery dirty? • Clean it or use a new one • Did your instrument get moist? • Use a dissecator • Did you leave your hearing instrument • Always switch off the instrument at night Battery drains very quickly switched on at night? • Is the battery old? • Check the date on the battery packaging...
Repairs • Consult a physician if you find a foreign object in your ear canal, if you experience If your Interton hearing instrument malfunctions, it must be repaired by a qualified skin irritation or if excessive ear wax accumulates with the use of the instrument. technician. Do not attempt to open the case of the hearing instrument since this would invalidate the warranty. If your Interton hearing instrument requires service, please con-...
Hearing instrument identification Model received Type Hearing care professional Your hearing care professional place a check mark in the below table to identify the model S440-D you have received. S440-D HPG Model received Type Hearing care professional S430 S450 S430 HPG S450 HPG S430-D S450-D...
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Hearing instrument identification Model received Type Hearing care professional Your hearing care professional place a check mark in the below table to identify the model S640-D you have received. S640-D HPG Model received Type Hearing care professional S630 S650 S630 HPG S650 HPG S630-D S650-D...
Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Max. Output dB SPL according to IEC-118-7 Max. Output dB SPL according to IEC-118-7 S430 (ITC) 112 dB SPL S630 (ITC) 112 dB SPL S430-D (ITC with Dual Microphones) 112 dB SPL S630-D (ITC with Dual Microphones) 112 dB SPL S430 HPG (ITC Power) 118 dB SPL S630 HPG (ITC Power) 118 dB SPL S430-D HPG (ITC Power with Dual Microphones) 118 dB SPL S630-D HPG (ITC Power with Dual Microphones) 118 dB SPL S440 (ITE HS) 119 dB SPL S640 (ITE HS) 119 dB SPL S440-D (ITE HS with Dual Microphones) 119 dB SPL S640-D (ITE HS with Dual Microphones) 119 dB SPL S640 HPG (ITE HS Power) 125 dB SPL S440 HPG (ITE HS Power) 125 dB SPL S440-D HPG (ITE HS Power with Dual Microphones) 125 dB SPL S640-D HPG (ITE HS Power with Dual Microphones) 125 dB SPL S450 (ITE FS) 119 dB SPL S650 (ITE FS) 119 dB SPL S450-D (ITE FS with Dual Microphones)
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