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  • Page 1 I N S T R U C T I O N S F O R U S E Amigo T10...

  • Page 2: Important Notice

    Important notice Please familiarize yourself with the entire contents of this booklet before using your Amigo. It contains various statements, safety instructions and important information about the use and handling of your Amigo.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction Typical package contents You will also need Dedicated Oticon receivers Using Amigo with SUMO, Syncro and Safran Microphone Receiver Getting started Microphone batteries Inserting batteries Charging Battery life Connecting receiver to your hearing instrument Turning on your Amigo system...
  • Page 4 Suggested ways to use your Amigo system Point and listen On the table Using neckworn Using the pocket clip Using a boom microphone or a lapel microphone Connecting a boom microphone Connecting to TV, stereo, etc. Auxilliary input cables Extending microphone transmission range About channels Changing channels Cleaning...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Congratulations on your decision to take the next step in improving home and classroom FM. With the Amigo T10, you will experience all the benefi ts that comes with a product family that is designed to meet the needs that arises through everyday use.

  • Page 7: Typical Package Contents

    Typical package contents Microphone Lavaliere Microphone charger Auxiliary input cord cables Receiver Lapel External NiMH module(s) Microphone antenna rechargeable batteries* *Note: Batteries need to be charged for 15 hours before they are ready to use in the microphone, for the first time.

  • Page 8: You Will Also Need

    You will also need: • Behind-the-Ear hearing instrument • FM adaptor must be compatible with (contact your Hearing Care your hearing instrument Professional for compatibility infor- mation)
  • Page 9 Using Amigo T10 with the dedicated R7 receiver for SUMO and with Oticon Syncro and Safran Using Amigo with the R7 Using Amigo with dedicated receiver for SUMO Oticon Syncro and Safran • SUMO detects the receiver and • Set receiver switch to: FM only disables the telecoil •...

  • Page 10: Microphone

    Microphone (top) On/off/mode switch Charge jack Omni mode Auxiliary audio input and microphone jack Focus mode Superfocus mode External antenna jack Microphone grille...
  • Page 11 Microphone (bottom) HI/LO level button Tamper resistant Battery chamber screw & tablestand Pocket clip (for pediatric use) Battery status & channel display Channel button...

  • Page 12: Receiver

    Receiver LED status indicator 3-position mode switch Channel seek/toggle (R2 and R7 only) Europin connector Europin rotation lock...

  • Page 13: Getting Started

    Your Amigo microphone uses 2 AAA rechargeable NiMH batteries. You can replace your batteries with any of the following: • Special “silver-banded” rechargeable batteries (available from Oticon through your Hearing Care Professional). Only these batteries can be recharged inside your microphone. • Standard rechargeable NiMH batteries These will not recharge inside your microphone, but can be removed for charging in a separate charger.

  • Page 14: Inserting Batteries

    Inserting batteries – Open the table stand Remove tamper-resistant screws (if present). Screw may be Squeeze and hidden under – lift cover rubber plug. Note: The positive and negative ends of AAA batteries may appear similar. Use care to orient them properly.

  • Page 15: Charging

    Batteries must be char ged before initial use. Allow 15 hours to fully charge. Plug in Turn off mic Battery bars scroll while charging and fl ash when fully charged Plug in Note: Only the special “silver-banded” batteries that come with your Amigo T10 can be recharged inside the Amigo microphone.

  • Page 16: Battery Life

    Battery life Typical battery life: up Your receiver has no to 8 hours batteries The unit will shut down Your Amigo receiver draws when battery voltage is too a small amount of power low. During shut down the from the battery inside your unit will cycle on and off to hearing instrument.

  • Page 17: Connecting Receiver To Your Hearing Instrument

    Connecting the receiver to Turning on your Amigo T10 your hearing instrument Microphone: Push the slider switch forward to one of the 3 mode symbols. Pull the tab on both Orient the pins sides of the receiver Receiver: back Push the receiver switch to the desired mode.

  • Page 18: Ways To Use Your Microphone

    As you move from place to place – from home to school/work to restaurants and parties – you will fi nd that your listening environment changes dramatically. You can use your versatile Amigo T10 microphone to improve understanding in practically any of these environments just by changing its position. The examples shown here are only suggestions –...

  • Page 19: Suggested Settings For Your Microphone

    Suggested settings for your microphone These are suggested starting points; with experience, you can quickly use the settings to suit your preferences. If noise level or group size is: Noise Group Use: High Small Superfocus Medium Medium Focus Large Omni None None Note: After turning your microphone on, you may notice a short delay while the system software loads.

  • Page 20: Suggested Settings For Your Receiver

    These are suggested starting points; with experience, you can quickly use the settings to suit your preferences. If noise level or group size is: Noise Group High Small Amigo T10 mic only Medium Medium Amigo T10 + Large Hearing instru- ment None None Hearing instrument mic only...
  • Page 21 Warnings Amigo parts can be dangerous if swallowed: • The Amigo system is not a toy and therefore should be kept out of the reach of children and anyone else who might swallow parts or otherwise cause injury to themselves. Special attention should be paid to the smaller components in order to prevent children from swallowing them and choking.
  • Page 22 Risk of harm caused by unintentional noise that may muffl e important signals System dysfunctions: The Amigo system will cease to function if the batteries have run out. The system may also produce a high whistling noise (feedback) if the battery is low, or if it is subjected to loud sound while the microphone is off but the receiver is still on.
  • Page 23 Battery use: • Always use NiMH rechargeable batteries or alkaline batteries. • Always use batteries recommended by your Hearing Care Professional. • Never attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries. • Never dispose of batteries by burning them. There is a risk they will explode and cause serious injury.

  • Page 25: Suggested Ways To Use Your Amigo System

    Suggested ways to use your Amigo system The possibilities are limitless, but here are some common uses: Lectures/Classroom Meetings Parties Television Household...

  • Page 26: Point And Listen

    Avoid covering the grille. Focus Keep fi ngers still to minimise friction noise. Ideal for: • Parties • Shopping • Small group discussions Point toward the sound source. The antenna is not required when using Amigo T10 in your hand.

  • Page 27: On The Table

    On the table Recommended mode: Omni Ideal for: • Conferences • Large group discussions • Restaurants 4 position angles Place the microphone close to the sound source and position it at an appropriate angle. Note: These user modes DO REQUIRE the external antenna for optimum performance.

  • Page 28: Using Neckworn

    Using neckworn Recommended mode: Focus Ideal for: • Lectures • Sports • Parent/partner communication • Car conversations Clip the microphone on to the lavaliere cord and let a family member, friend or teacher wear the microphone at a distance of up to 100 feet from you. Note: These user modes require the external antenna for optimum performance.

  • Page 29: Using The Pocket Clip

    Using the pocket clip Recommended mode: Focus Ideal for: • Lectures • Sports • Parent/partner communication • Car conversations Clip the microphone on to the clothing of your family member, friend or teacher and let them wear it at a distance of up to 100 feet from you. Note: These user modes require the external antenna for optimum performance.
  • Page 30 Connecting a boom microphone or a lapel microphone 1. Switch to Omni Mode on the front 2. Plug in boom microphone 3. Push HI/LO button with a pen to set to HI level Display alternates between channel number and HI when set to high sensitivity (boom mic) level.

  • Page 31: Using A Boom Microphone Or A Lapel Microphone

    • Car conversations In very noisy surroundings the speech signal can be further optimized by using the optional boom microphone. Important: When the Amigo T10 is connected to AC-operated equipment, this equipment must comply with IEC-60065, IEC-60601 or equivalent safety standards.
  • Page 32 Connecting to TV, stereo, & other devices Switch to Omni mode Plug in auxilliary input cable Push HI/LO button with apen to set to LO level if necessary Plug cable from TV, DVD, VCR, CD We recommend using the player etc. external antenna for optimum into the Amigo performance...
  • Page 33 • Your microphone must be set to LO • To mix AUX signal with Omni, move level to connect to TV, stereo, and switch to Focus and back to Omni. other devices. Default level is LO. The signals are now mixed. You will hear only the auxilliary input signal •...

  • Page 34: Auxilliary Input Cables

    Auxiliary input cables Use this cable Use this cable to connect to to connect to TV, DVD, VCR, portable devices or home stereos such as CD play- ers, MP3 players, computers, and portable TVs...

  • Page 35: Extending Microphone Transmission Range

    Extending microphone transmission range • External antenna will • Internal antenna range is extend range up to up to 3-6 feet. 100 feet For best range, antenna should hang straight down. (Do not coil) Note: Actual range may vary depending on environmental conditions.

  • Page 36: About Channels

    About channels Your Amigo system is a radio device, and like any other radio, it communicates on specifi c channels. Your transmitter and receiver must be on the same channel to work together. Within a close proximity, never operate two transmitters on the same channel – you will experience interference.

  • Page 37: Changing Channels

    If you want to use your microphone with a receiver on a different channel, you can change the microphone channel as shown here. If you wish to change channel on your Amigo T10, you can do it as shown below: Microphone and receiver...

  • Page 38: Cleaning

    Cleaning Do not immerse Amigo units in water or other liquids. • Clean gently with a soft, damp cloth • Do not use solvents...

  • Page 39: Appendix A: Troubleshooting

    Check that the receiver mode switch is in Static, intermittent sound, or feedback the correct position Move away from sources of interference Check that the Amigo T10 and the Hearing (metal structures, computers, etc.) Instrument are turned on. Make sure that no other microphone is...
  • Page 40 push the HI/LO button to reset the mic to LO Microphone batteries won’t charge mode. LCD battery icon will flash if there is a Very noisy sound when plugged problem with charging into TV or stereo Check that the batteries are special silver- banded batteries –...

  • Page 41: Appendix B: Manufacturer's Warranty

    Appendix B: Manufacturer’s Warranty The manufacturer, Oticon, issues a two- feasible, the entire unit may be replaced year limited warranty to the original with an equivalent unit upon mutual consumer of this product. agreement of the hearing care profes- This warranty will go into effect upon sional and customer.
  • Page 42 • Consequential damages and damages by the manufacturer. No representative resulting from delay or loss of this or person is authorized to represent instrument. The exclusive remedy or assume for the manufacturer any li- under this warranty is strictly limited ability in connection with the sale or use to repair or replacement as herein of this product other than as set forth...
  • Page 43 Please consult your point of purchase for further information. Hereby, Oticon, declares that this Amigo T10 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
  • Page 44 Date of purchase: Amigo serial numbers: Microphone: Receiver - left: Receiver - right: Oticon, Inc. 29 Schoolhouse Rd. Somerset, NJ 08873 www.amigofm.com www.oticonusa.com...

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