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  • Page 1 InstructIons for use BtE 13 sP...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    thank you contents Thank you for choosing a Safari hearing instrument for yourself or your child. Instrument View – BTE 13 SP Changing batteries To support your efforts, we have put great care and attention into making sure that BTE 13 SP – Tamper-resistant battery door (Optional) all new hearing instruments are of the highest quality and that they are easy to Turning your instrument ON and OFF use and maintain.

  • Page 3: Instrument View - Bte 13 Sp

    Push-button Earmold the Safari Bte 13 Sp (Super power) is a powerful hearing instrument. If you are fitted with BTE 13 SP, never allow others to wear your hearing instruments as incorrect or Battery door wrongful usage could cause permanent damage to their hearing.

  • Page 4: Changing Batteries

    changing batteries A worn out battery should be removed immediately and disposed of according to local regulations. When the battery power is low, the visual indicator (LED) blinks rapidly and continuously (if enabled), and the user will hear 2 beeps (if enabled). This pre-warning starts when the battery has only a few hours of operation left.

  • Page 5: Bte 13 Sp - Tamper-Resistant Battery Door (Optional)

    BtE 13 sP – tamper-resistant battery door to replace the battery, follow these instructions: (optional) • Open the battery door fully by pushing the raised edge on the bottom of the instrument. Remove the old battery. To assist with the handling of the batteries, To keep the battery out of reach of small children and people with learning difficulties, the magnet placed at the end of the MultiTool can be used.

  • Page 6: Turning Your Instrument On And Off

    turning your instrument on and oFF Left/right ear marking Turn on the hearing instrument by closing the battery door completely with the battery Hearing instruments are fitted to the uniqueness of each ear, which means that if you in place. If enabled the instrument will start up by playing a “jingle” and the LED will blink or your child has two instruments the left hearing instrument may be programmed differ- according to program setting (see section about programs).

  • Page 7: Putting On The Hearing Instrument

    Putting on the hearing instrument Push-button Place the tip of the earmold in the ear canal, twisting Your hearing instrument has a push-button for switching between different programs. slightly, making sure that the top part of the earmold (A) is pushed behind and under the fold (B) of the ear. Gently pull up the ear and press the earmold in the direction of the ear canal.

  • Page 8: Programs (Optional)

    Programs (optional) Below you can see a description of the programs available in the hearing instrument. To be filled out by the Hearing Care Professional: The hearing instrument can have up to 4 different programs. When using FM or DAI 2 additional programs are automatically added (see chapters about FM and DAI for more Prg.

  • Page 9: Volume Control (Optional)

    Volume control (optional) If you turn the wheel below “1” you can feel a ‘click’ and the instrument will become inactive and silent. Use the inactive setting if you need to silence the instrument while you are wearing the instrument. The inactive setting is not a substitute for turning the The volume control wheel may be activated.

  • Page 10: Volume Control And Connectline (Optional)

    Volume control and connectLine (optional) stand-by (optional) Make sure to set the volume control on the instrument in the 1 to 4 range to enable use Push the button for a minimum of 3 seconds to set the instrument to stand-by mode. of the Streamer for remote control of the volume, for phone calls and TV/music streaming.

  • Page 11: Telecoil (Optional)

    telecoil (optional) Auto Phone (optional) The telecoil is a receiver for audio signals transmitted from an inductive loop installation. The hearing instrument may have a built-in Auto Phone functionality. When the hearing The telecoil is meant for telephone conversations and for loop systems in e.g. theatres, instrument is close to a telephone receiver, the Auto Phone will activate a Phone churches or lecture rooms, marked with the following symbol: Program.
  • Page 12 An FM receiver, when attached to the bottom of the hearing instrument, enables the it to receive signals directly from an external wireless FM transmitter. mounting of the dedicated amigo r12 fm receiver Start by opening the battery door. Slide the R12 FM receiver Instrument onto the instrument.

  • Page 13: Dai (Direct Audio Input)

    DAI (Direct Audio Input) If the program push-button is enabled and you or your child wants to toggle between standard programs and FM programs, simply use the push-button. As long as the FM receiver is connected to the instrument, two FM programs If the hearing instrument is connected by means of a DAI adaptor with an external (FM + microphone and FM only) will automatically be added after the standard programs, sound source, like a computer, media player/MP3, body-worn FM receiver or hand mic,...
  • Page 14 Audible and visual indicators If the program push-button is enabled and you or your child wants to toggle between DAI programs, simply use the push-button. The instrument has two means of status indication, the audible beeps and a visual As long as the DAI adaptor is connected to the instrument, two programs (DAI + micro- indicator (LED).
  • Page 15 Visual indicator Audible beeps Visual indicator Audible beeps (LED: Light Emitting Diode) (LED: Light Emitting Diode) Program When changing program the LED will When you change program Accessory + microphone: Accessory + microphone: using change blinking pattern according to the the instrument will beep switch One long blink followed by one short...
  • Page 16 caring for the hearing instrument cleaning the instrument The multi-purpose tool contains a brush for the special purpose of cleaning the sound Every ear canal produces ear wax (cerumen) which may clog up the sound outlet or the outlet or ventilation opening in the earmold. This should be used to ensure the best care ventilation opening of the earmold.
  • Page 17 cleaning the earmold Washing the earmolds • Clean away any traces of wax from around the The earmolds should be washed regularly: sound outlet with the brush. • FIRMLY HOLDING the sound hook of the hearing • Clean the ventilation opening by pressing the brush instrument between two fingers, pull down the through the hole while twisting it slightly.
  • Page 18 • Make sure the earmold and tubing are completely dry before they are reconnected to the hearing instrument. Be careful that left ear earmold and tubing are connected to the hearing instrument with left ear marking (blue) and vice versa for the right ear instrument (red).
  • Page 19 Avoiding heat, humidity and chemicals Good communication habits if your child has a hearing loss The hearing instrument must never be exposed to extreme heat e.g. left inside a parked car in the sun. They must never be exposed to a lot of moisture e.g. steam baths, showers When you communicate with your child try to remember some basic rules which will help or heavy rain.
  • Page 20 If you find it difficult to listen to TV or radio, ask your Hearing Care Professional for more you will get accustomed to the sounds in your environment – if not please contact your information regarding the Oticon ConnectLine system and other available accessories. Hearing Care Professional.
  • Page 21 If you find it difficult to use the telephone, ask your Hearing Care Professional for more Churches, theatres and public buildings often have loop systems installed. These systems information regarding the Oticon ConnectLine system and other available accessories. send out wireless sound to be received by the telecoil in your hearing instrument.
  • Page 22 If you find it difficult to obtain a good result while using your cell phone, ask your Hearing the most important benefits of wearing two hearing instruments are: Care Professional for more information regarding the Oticon ConnectLine system and other available accessories.

  • Page 23: Common Problems And Their Solutions

    common problems and their solutions symptom Possible causes solutions Worn-out battery Change battery pg. 7 no sound Clogged sound outlet Clean earmold pg. 32 to 34 Intermittent or Clogged sound outlet Clean earmold pg. 32 to 34 reduced sound Moisture Wipe battery and instrument with dry cloth pg.

  • Page 24: International Warranty

    International Warranty If you need service Take your hearing instrument to your Hearing Care Profes sional, who may well be able Your hearing instruments are covered by a limited warranty issued by the manufacturer to sort out minor problems and adjustments on the spot. for a period of 24 months from the date of delivery.

  • Page 25: Warranty Certificate

    Warranty certificate Product approval, precautions and markings Name of Owner: The hearing instrument contains a radio transmitter using short range magnetic induction technology working at 3.84 MHz. The magnetic field strength of the transmitter is Dispenser: < -42 dBμA/m @ 10m. Dispenser Address: The emission power from the radio system is well below international emission limits for human exposure.

  • Page 26: Cell Phone

    cell Phone “Some hearing aid users have reported a buzzing sound in their hearing aids when they are using cell phones, indicating that the cell phone and hearing aid may not be compat- ible. According to the ANSI C63.19 standard (ANSI C63.19-2006 American National Standard Methods of Measurement of Compatibility Between Wireless Communications Devices and Hearing Aids), the compatibility of a particular hearing aid and cell phone can be predicted by adding the rating for the hearing aid immunity to the rating for the cell...
  • Page 27 Warnings The hearing instrument contains a module with: You should familiarize yourself fully with the following general warnings and the entire FCC ID: U28FUSPR01 contents of this booklet before using your hearing instrument. IC: 1350B-FUSPR01 The device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Hearing instruments and batteries can be dangerous if swallowed or used improperly.
  • Page 28 • Most hearing instruments can be supplied with a tamper-resistant battery compart- Battery use ment upon request. This is strongly recommended for infants, small children, and • Always use batteries recommended by your Hearing Care Professional. Batteries of people with learning difficulties. low quality may leak and cause bodily harm.
  • Page 29 Warning to hearing instrument dispensers Important notice for prospective hearing instrument users A hearing instrument dispenser should advise a prospective hearing instrument user to Good health practice requires that a person with a hearing loss have a medical evaluation consult immediately with a licensed physician (preferably an ear specialist) before by a licensed physician (preferably a physician who specializes in diseases of the ear) dispensing a hearing instrument if the hearing instrument dispenser determines through before purchasing a hearing instrument.
  • Page 30 you may decide if you want to purchase the hearing instrument. Federal law limits the children with hearing loss sale of hearing instruments to those individuals who have obtained a medical evaluation • In addition to seeing a physician for medical evaluation, a child with a hearing loss from a licensed physician.
  • Page 31 • Your hearing instruments are designed to comply with the most stringent Standards Hereby, Oticon A/S declare that this hearing instrument is in compliance with of International Electromagnetic Compatibility. However, your hearing instrument may the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
  • Page 32 It takes a truly dedicated approach to help children with hearing problems achieve their full potential. That’s why we deliver the solutions and services that professionals and caregivers need to provide children the opportunities they deserve. This is what child-friendly hearing care is all about.

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