Congratulations on your digital hearing instruments. Contents They represent some of the most advanced technology Instrument view currently available in hearing care. Carefully follow these instructions when using and maintaining them. Turning your hearing instrument on They will help you fully realize their benefi ts and Turning your hearing instrument off ensure their continued high performance.
BTE – Instrument view Turning your instruments ON When turning your instrument ON make sure: Sound hook 1) The battery door is closed. Microphone opening Plastic tube 2) The volume control is turned up. Volume 3) The function switch is set to a control Sound outlet microphone program.
• With the earmold correctly Inserting your hearing instrument positioned, slide the hearing • Your hearing instruments instrument over the top of your may have a right/left- ear to rest behind it. identifi cation. Red=Right, Blue=Left • Turn on the hearing instrument and adjust the volume control •...
Below you can see a description of the programs Function switch available in your hearing instrument. Your hearing aid has a 3-position switch for switching (HEARING CARE PROFESSIONAL TO COMPLETE) between different programs. Program 1 • When you switch between different programs, your hearing instrument will beep.
T elecoil Volume Control The telecoil is meant for telephone conversations and This wheel allows you to adjust the sound level in for loop systems in e.g. theatres, churches or lecture different listening situations. The preferred volume rooms. control level can be indicated by three beeps. This level has been programmed according to your The telecoil is activated by operating the function preferences.
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Any moisture on the battery surface should be wiped Battery Replacement off before use. When you change batteries, it may take A worn-out battery should be removed immediately. a couple of minutes before the new battery works with When battery power is low, you will hear a series full effect.
Tamper-resistant battery door Extended Communication (optional) The benefi t from your hearing instruments can be increased in diffi cult listening situations. Your hearing This option is strongly recommended for infants, small instruments are compatible with ear level FM systems, children, and people with learning diffi culties. which can allow you to hear a person talking at a distance without interference from background noise.
Ear-level/wireless FM systems Dedicated receiver for Lexis FM When using an ear-level FM system, set your program Users of the Lexis FM system can choose the dedicated switch to your telecoil program allowing you to hear LE-7 receiver for Sumo DM, which conveniently the external signal.
Direct Audio Input (DAI) DAI provides access to interference-free audio signals from external sources (such as radio, TV, PC Audio output, personal CD players, etc). The signal is received directly into your hearing instruments by using a specifi ed cord and coupling shoe.
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Warnings Hearing instruments and batteries can be dangerous if swallowed or improperly used. Such actions can result in severe injury, permanent hearing loss or even be fatal. You should fully familiarize yourself with the following general warnings and the full contents of this booklet before using your hearing instrument.
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treatable conditions that may affect hearing are identified Warning to hearing instrument dispensers A hearing instrument dispenser should advise a prospective and treated before the hearing instrument is purchased. hearing instrument user to consult immediately with a Following the medical evaluation, the physician will give licensed physician (preferably an ear specialist) before you a written statement that states that your hearing loss has dispensing a hearing instrument.
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Possible side effects The hearing aid or earmold is a custom-made product. If you are experiencing discomfort, see your audiologist or hearing instrument dispenser immediately for modification of the hearing instrument or earmold at the point of irritation.A hearing instrument or earmold may cause an accelerated accumulation of cerumen (earwax).
Adjustment of DAI Note: Your hearing care professional can adjust your DAI shoe according to the application and level of input signal. Step 1 Adjustment according to the equipment the instrument is to be connected to: Hi setting: Plugged-in (AC) equipment such as radio, TV, computers, and battery- operated devices using 4.5...
Audible and visible status indicators Table of functions: Your instrument has two means of status indication, the audible beeps and a visual status indicator (LED). The function of these status indicators can be confi gured by your Hearing Care Professional. In the table below you fi nd an overview of the function and the possible confi...
• Rinse with water. Daily care of your hearing instruments • Dry the earmold. When handling a hearing instrument, hold it over a soft surface to avoid damage if dropped. • Any water drops inside the earmold or tubing should Before retiring for the evening: be blown out.
Avoiding heat, humidity and chemicals Using your hearing instruments Your hearing instruments must never be exposed to It takes time to adjust to a new hearing instrument. extreme heat e.g. left inside a parked car in the sun How long this adjustment takes differs from person to or dried in microwave ovens.
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2. Conversation with another person 5. T elecoil use in church, theatre, or cinema Sit with someone else in a quiet room. Face each other An increasing number of churches, theatres and public so you can read facial expressions easily. You might buildings have installed induction loop systems.
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7. Wireless and mobile phones Using your hearing instruments Your hearing instruments are designed to comply The use of hearing instruments is only part of hearing with the most stringent Standards of International rehabilitation and may need to be supplemented by Electromagnetic Compatibility.
Common problems and their solutions Effect Cause Solution Squealing Ear wax accumulated in ear canal Have ear canal examined by your doctor noise Hearing instrument inserted Reinsert hearing instrument (pg. 6) improperly Clogged sound outlet Clean sound outlet (pg. 22) No sound Clogged microphone opening Clean microphone opening with a brush...
International Warranty Oticon Warranty Certifi cate This Oticon hearing instrument is covered by a limited Name of owner: warranty issued by the manufacturer for a period of 24 months from the date of delivery. The limited warranty Dispenser: covers manufacturing and material defects in the...
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