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USER INSTRUCTIONS THE WIDEX DAILY™ FAMILY D-PA model Receiver-in-canal...
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YOUR WIDEX HEARING AID (To be filled out by the hearing care professional) Your hearing aid series: ___________________________________________...
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Programs: Master Music TV Comfort Phone Zen Master + Zen Master + Phone Date Your hearing care professional...
THE HEARING AID The illustration below shows the hearing aid without the ear-set . The choice of ear-set solution depends on your specific needs . Please refer to the separate ear-set user manual . 1 . Microphone openings 2 . Battery drawer (on/off function) 3 .
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“Ear-sets for Widex BTE hearing aids” . 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 hearing aid .
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Intended use The hearing aids are intended as air conduction amplification devices to be used in everyday listening environments . The hear- ing aids may be provided with the Zen program intended to pro- vide a relaxing sound background (i .e . music/noise source) for adults who desire to listen to such a background in quiet .
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Description of device Your hearing aid is used with an ear-set which consists of an ear- wire and an ear-tip, in which the receiver is placed . The hearing aid uses a proprietary wireless technology, the WidexLink, to enable communication between the left and the right hearing aids, as well as between the hearing aids and the DEX accessories (Not all hearing aid versions have access to DEX) .
Acoustic indicators The hearing aid may be set to produce a signal to indicate the use of certain functions . The signal may be a spoken message or tones . The signal can also be deactivated . Functions* Default Other settings settings Adjusting volume via remote control...
The battery We recommend zinc-air batteries . Use a size 10 battery for the hearing aid . 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 .
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CAUTION Do not use batteries if there is a sticky residue from the tab or other un- wanted substance, as this can cause the hearing aid to malfunction . Use the nail grip to gently swing the battery drawer open . Do not press the drawer beyond the open position .
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Place the battery in the drawer as illustrated, so that the plus (+) sign on the battery is facing towards you when you hold the hear- ing aid as shown . You can use the battery magnet provided to steer the battery into place . If the battery drawer does not close easily, the battery is incor- rectly inserted .
Battery drawer without a nail grip The hearing aid may be provided with a bat- tery drawer without a nail grip, which means that you need a tool to open the battery drawer . This type of drawer can be a good choice if the hearing aid is worn by a child .
Low battery indication An acoustic indicator will sound when the battery is nearly exhausted, unless this function has been disabled . We recom- mend that you always have a spare battery with you . WARNING Never leave an exhausted battery in the hearing aid . Exhausted batter- ies may leak, damaging the hearing aid .
Turning the hearing aid on and off The battery drawer of the hearing aid also functions as the on/ off switch . Close the battery drawer to turn on the hear- ing aid . An acoustic indicator will indicate that the hearing aid has been switched on unless this function has been disabled .
Right/left identification If you wear hearing aids on both ears, the hearing aids can be provided with coloured marks (red mark = right and blue mark = left) . The arrow shows the position of the identification mark .
Positioning the hearing aid Place the hearing aid behind the ear, so that the earwire rests comfortably on the ear, close to your head . Insert the ear-tip into the ear canal while holding the lower part of the earwire .
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The illustrations show an open ear-tip . For further information on ear-tip types, anchors and procedures, see the separate ear-set user manual provided . If the ear-set does not fit or sit properly, causing discomfort, irri- tation, redness or the like, contact your hearing care professional .
Removing the hearing aid Remove the hearing aid from its position behind the ear . Carefully pull the ear-tip out of the ear canal, while holding the lower part of the earwire . If the ear-tip is provided with an extrac- tion cord, take hold of this and carefully pull the ear-tip out of the ear canal .
Volume adjustment The hearing aid volume is adjusted automatically in accordance with your sound environment . If you have a remote control, you can also adjust the volume man- ually or mute your hearing aid . Any adjustment of the volume set- ting will be cancelled when your hearing aid is turned off, or when you change program .
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WARNING If the volume in the hearing aid is generally too loud or too weak, or the reproduced sounds are distorted, or if you would like any further information, consult your hearing care professional . To mute the hearing aid with a remote control: Keep pressing the volume down key on the remote control after the long beep-tone has sounded and until it stops .
Programs By default your hearing aid has one program . However, with a remote control a number of additional programs can be made available . Please also refer to the user instructions for your remote control . Master Standard Music For listening to music For listening to the TV Comfort...
Switching between the listening programs If you have a remote control*, you can change programs with a simple push of the program key . Each time you change program, an acoustic indicator will sound unless this function has been dis- abled .
Using a telephone When using a telephone, we recom- mend that you hold the telephone against your head at an angle above your ear, rather than directly against the ear . If the sound is not optimal, try moving the telephone earpiece to a slightly different position .
CLEANING The following cleaning accessories are available for the hearing aid and ear-set* . For cleaning the ear-set, see the user manual “Ear-sets for Widex BTE hearing aids . ” 1 . Cloth 2 . Long wax removing tool 3 . Short wax removing tool 4 .
The hearing aid Clean the hearing aid after use with the cloth provided . If the microphone openings are still blocked, contact your hearing care pro- fessional . WARNING Never use water or cleaning solutions to clean the hearing aid, as this may cause it to malfunction .
M-DEX for mobile phone applications and remote control PHONE-DEX for easy landline use** FM+DEX the FM+DEX is a high-quality streaming device designed specifically for Widex hearing aids CALL-DEX an ultra-compact device for streaming conversations from mobile phones to hearing aids...
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COM-DEX a hands-free device for streaming high-quality sound from any mobile phone to hearing aids . COM-DEX APP available for iPhone and Android via COM-DEX UNI-DEX a wired plug-and-play connection to mobile phones * Not all hearing aid versions have access to remote control (DEX). ** Available in some countries only...
IN CASE OF MALFUNCTION Problem Potential cause Solution The hearing aid is The hearing aid is not Make sure the battery completely silent turned on drawer is closed The battery does not Insert a new battery in work the battery drawer The hearing aid Your ear is blocked by Contact your ENT doctor/...
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Problem Potential cause Solution Your two hearing The connection Turn the hearing aids off aids are not work- between the hearing and on again ing in synchrony aids is lost The hearing aids a . The DEX is used a . Move the DEX closer to do not respond beyond the transmis- the hearing aids...
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* Not all hearing aids have access to DEX. Note: This information covers only the hearing aid . 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 professional for...
CARING FOR YOUR HEARING AID The hearing aid is a valuable object and should be treated with care . Here are some things you can do to prolong the life of your hearing aid:...
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CAUTION • Turn off your hearing aid when it is not in use . Remove the battery if the hearing aid will not be used for several days . • When the hearing aid is not in use, keep it in its case in a dry location out of reach of children and pets .
WARNINGS WARNING Hearing aids and batteries can be dangerous if swal lowed or used im- properly . Swallowing or improper use can result in severe injury or even fatalities . In case of ingestion, contact a physician immediately . • Keep hearing aids and their parts, accessories and batteries out of reach of children and anyone else who might swallow such items or otherwise cause injury to themselves .
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WARNING • Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type or recharged . Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions . • Never allow others to wear your hearing aid, as this could cause per- manent damage to their hear ing . •...
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WARNING • Please note that when using any type of hearing aid, 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 .
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• Regular use of a de-humidifier is recommended to help avoid mal- function of the hearing aid . • Do not use Widex hearing aids in mines or other areas with explosive gases . • Do not wear your hearing aid during radiation, X-rays, MRIs, CT or other medical treatments and scans .
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WARNING Interference with active Implants • In order to show caution, we advise to follow the guidelines recom- mended by manufacturers of defibrillators and pacemakers regard- ing 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 away from the implant .
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CAUTION • Your hearing aid has been tested for interference according to inter- national standards . Nevertheless, it is possible that unforeseen inter- ference may occur in the hearing aid due to electromagnetic radiation from other products such as alarm systems, room surveillance equip- ment and mobile phones .
ADVICE NOTE • The hearing aid will not restore normal hearing and will not prevent or improve a hearing loss resulting from organic conditions . However, the hearing aid can help you to make the best possible use of your remaining hearing ability .
REGULATORY INFORMATION FCC ID: TTY-DPA IC: 5676B-DPA 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 interfer- ence that may cause undesired operation .
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. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter . Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by Widex could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment .
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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 . To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radi- ated power (e .i .r .p .
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Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage radioélectrique à l’intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d’antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente (p .i .r .e . ) ne dépasse pas l’intensité nécessaire à l’établissement d’une communi- cation satisfaisante .
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Directive 1999/5/EC Hereby, Widex A/S declares that this D-PA is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Direc- tive 1999/5/EC . A copy of the Declaration of Conformity according to 1999/5/EC can be found at: http://www . w idex .com/doc...
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Electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) contains materials, components and substances that can be hazardous and present a risk to human health and the environment when waste electrical and elec- tronic equipment (WEEE) is not handled correctly . Do not dispose of hearing aids, hearing aid accessories and bat- teries with ordinary household waste .
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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 appropriate, the date of manufacture may also be stated .
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Symbol Title/Description Catalogue number The product’s catalogue (item) number . Serial number The product’s serial number . * Keep away from sunlight The product must be protected from light sources and/or The product must be kept away from heat Keep dry The product must be protected from moisture and/or The product must be kept away from rain Lower limit of temperature...
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Symbol Title/Description Upper limit of temperature The highest temperature to which the product can be safely exposed . Temperature limits The highest and lowest temperatures to which the product can be safely exposed . Consult instructions for use The user instructions contain important cautionary infor- mation (warnings/precautions) and must be read before using the product .
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Symbol Title/Description WEEE mark “Not for general waste” When the product is to be discarded, it must be sent to a designated collection point for recycling and recovery . CE mark The product is in conformity with the requirements set out in European CE marking directives .
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Symbol Title/Description Interference Electromagnetic interference may occur in the vicinity of the product . *The six- or seven-digit number on the product is the serial number . Se- rial numbers may not always be preceded by...
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