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Widex SCOLA User Instructions

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USER INSTRUCTIONS
SCOLA™ FM SYSTEM
SCOLA FLEX RECEIVER
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SCOLA FLEX-i RECEIVER
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  • Page 1 USER INSTRUCTIONS SCOLA™ FM SYSTEM SCOLA FLEX RECEIVER SCOLA FLEX-i RECEIVER 9 514 0231 041 #03.indd 1 9/21/2015 2:19:51 PM...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Connecting SCOLA FLEX, universal three-pin plug version: . . . . . . . 12 Connecting the SCOLA FLEX-i integrated version: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 OPERATING THE SCOLA RECEIVER .
  • Page 3 WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 REGULATORY INFORMATION .

  • Page 4: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION SCOLA provides hearing aid users with additional opportunities in difficult listening situations . The SCOLA FM system has been developed specifically for chil- dren and educational environments . These instructions therefore primarily address parents and teachers . The symbol  refers to the section ‘Terms and definitions explained’, where you will find detailed explanations of functions...
  • Page 5 . We furthermore reserve the right to make any changes considered necessary . The SCOLA FLEX-i is the design-integrated version of the SCOLA FLEX . Unless otherwise stated, these instructions apply to both the SCOLA FLEX receiver and the SCOLA FLEX-i receiver .

  • Page 6: The Scola™ Fm System

    THE SCOLA™ FM SYSTEM The SCOLA™ FM system  consists of a SCOLA transmitter and one or two SCOLA FLEX or SCOLA FLEX-i receivers . The SCOLA transmitter’s primary function is to transmit sound signals from the microphone or audio equipment to the receiver .
  • Page 7 The SCOLA FLEX-i receiver is connected directly to the hearing aid without the use of any FM shoe . The SCOLA transmitter and receiver must be on the same chan- nel to work together . 9 514 0231 041 #03.indd 7...
  • Page 8 SCOLA FLEX SCOLA FLEX FM shoe, 1 or 2 units SCOLA FLEX with universal three-pin plug, 1 or 2 units 9 514 0231 041 #03.indd 8 9/21/2015 2:19:51 PM...
  • Page 9 SCOLA FLEX-i SCOLA FLEX-i Design-integrated receiver which can be connected to specific Widex hearing aids . User instructions 9 514 0231 041 #03.indd 9 9/21/2015 2:19:51 PM...

  • Page 10: Description

    DESCRIPTION The receiver has the following functions: 3-position mode switch . Channel scan button allowing scanning and automatic selection of the receiving channel . Right (red) / left (blue) / neutral (transpar- ent) mark for correct positioning of receiv- ers on the hearing aids (if two hearing aids are used) .

  • Page 11: Preparing The Scola Receiver

    Several different FM shoe versions are available for Widex BTE hearing instruments, in which the shoe and the SCOLA FLEX are an integrated unit . In the manual ”The FM shoes for the SCOLA™ sys- tem” you can see how to connect SCOLA FLEX to various Widex hearing instruments .

  • Page 12: Connecting Scola Flex, Universal Three-Pin Plug Version

    SCOLA FLEX is a two-step process: • Click the SCOLA FLEX onto the shoe. Push the plug into the shoe until it clicks. • Now attach the shoe with the connected SCOLA FLEX to the hearing aid .

  • Page 13: Connecting The Scola Flex-I Integrated Version

    Connecting the SCOLA FLEX-i integrated version: After removing the cover plate, slide the SCOLA FLEX-i into posi- tion on the bottom of the hearing aid . Slide the locking button upwards to lock the SCOLA FLEX-i into place . Open...

  • Page 14: Operating The Scola Receiver

    OPERATING THE SCOLA RECEIVER The mode switch The receiver is turned on and off by means of the mode switch . The standard switch positions are: 0, 1 and 2 . • position 0: The receiver is off. Only the sound signal from the hearing aid can be heard.

  • Page 15: Changing The Receiving Channel

    With recent Widex hearing aids, the mode switch may function differently . This is described in the manual: “The FM shoes for the SCOLA™ system” . The hearing care professional can program the mode switch so that it functions differently than described here . This can then be noted at the back of this booklet .

  • Page 16: The Scan Button

    The scan button By using the channel scan button: Press the scan button down . The receiver will then scan the pre- selected channels automatically . During scanning, a brief beep will be heard every 1½ seconds . When an FM signal is detected on one of the channels, the scanning stops automatically and two beep tones are heard .
  • Page 17 By synchronizing: SCOLA CLASSMATE, SCOLA TEACH or other compatible prod- ucts can wirelessly set the SCOLA receiver to a specific receiv- ing channel . 9 514 0231 041 #03.indd 17 9/21/2015 2:19:52 PM...

  • Page 18: Good Advice

    GOOD ADVICE To benefit fully from the SCOLA FM system, it is important to: • practice using the FM system and test the different settings in familiar surroundings • inform other people that you use an FM system with your...
  • Page 19 2 (FM+M) to allow the children to hear themselves as well as those around them . Using SCOLA TEACH as the transmitter device, the teacher may also choose to set the receiver temporarily to another setting, e . g . “FM+M” irre- spective of the physical position of the switch .

  • Page 20: Care And Maintenance

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE In general, the SCOLA™ FM system should be cared for in the same way as the hearing aid . It is a good idea to clean and remove dirt and debris from the FM system on a daily basis . There are also some special precautions which should be taken .

  • Page 21: Warnings

    WARNINGS WARNING Hearing aids and batteries can be dangerous if swal lowed or used improperly . Swallowing or improper use can result in severe injury or even fatalities . In case of ingestion, contact a physician immediately and the 24 Hour National Button Battery Ingestion Hotline at (202) 625-3333 .

  • Page 22: In Case Of Malfunction

    SCOLA FM system, please fol- low the advice below: If there is no sound from the SCOLA FM system or the audio equipment, or the sound is distorted, it could be because: • The hearing aid, the SCOLA receiver or SCOLA transmitter is not set correctly.
  • Page 23 . • The receiver and transmitter are not set to the same channel. Check that the channel number in the display of the SCOLA transmitter is the same as the receiving channel of the receiver by making a channel scan .
  • Page 24 • The receiver is set to ”FM” and the signal from the FM micro- phone or from the audio equipment is too weak, or there is no signal. Set the receiver to ”FM+M” . Check that the SCOLA trans- mitter is turned on, place it closer to the person speaking, or turn up the volume on the audio equipment .

  • Page 25: Terms And Definitions Explained

    Antenna The receiver and transmitter are both provided with an antenna . The SCOLA receiver has a built-in directional antenna . To help ensure the best possible reception, the hearing aid user should face in the direction of the transmitter .
  • Page 26 . You can read more about this function in the SCOLA TEACH user instructions, or at http://scolasimulator . w idex .com/ 9 514 0231 041 #03.indd 26...
  • Page 27 FM system An FM system is a radio communication system in which a trans- mitter sends signals to a receiver via carrier waves . ”FM” stands for “frequency modulation” and is a technical term for the way in which the radio signal is produced . FM transmission ensures high quality reception without any noise, hum or distortion .
  • Page 28 Interference Interference occurs when signals from two transmitters on the same frequency are mixed in the same receiver . When the sig- nals are equally strong, the interference will be most noticeable . The further away one transmitter is from the receiver compared to the other transmitter, the weaker the disturbing noise will be .
  • Page 29 Power drain on the hearing aid battery The receiver is powered by the hearing aid battery . Please note that when it is turned on and receives signals from the trans- mitter, battery power drain will increase by approximately 100% compared to use without FM .

  • Page 30: Warranty

    WARRANTY A warranty of two years is provided . The warranty covers any defects in manufacture or materials . Defects arising from improper handling or repairs carried out by an unauthorized party are not covered by this warranty . 9 514 0231 041 #03.indd 30 9/21/2015 2:19:52 PM...
  • Page 31 Directive 1999/5/EC Hereby, Widex A/S declares that this SCOLA FLEX and SCOLA FLEX-i are in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC . A copy of the Declaration of Conformity according to 1999/5/EC can be found at: http://www .

  • Page 32: Regulatory Information

    REGULATORY INFORMATION FCC ID: BRG-871T IC: 5676A-871T 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 interference that may cause undesired operation .
  • Page 33 . Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by Widex could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment . 9 514 0231 041 #03.indd 33 9/21/2015 2:19:52 PM...
  • Page 34 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 radiated power (e .i .r .p .
  • Page 35 Conformément à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut fonctionner avec une antenne d’un type et d’un gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour l’émetteur par Industrie Canada . 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 .
  • Page 36 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 .

  • Page 37: Symbols

    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 ap- propriate, the date of manufacture may also be stated .
  • Page 38 Symbol Title/Description Catalog number The product’s catalog (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...
  • Page 39 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 prod- uct 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 .
  • Page 40 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 .
  • Page 41 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 . Serial numbers may not always be preceded by 9 514 0231 041 #03.indd 41 9/21/2015 2:19:55 PM...

  • Page 42: Settings

    SETTINGS SCOLA FLEX / SCOLA FLEX-i Serial numbers Right: Left: Starting channel Mode switch (check the selected setting) Standard setting  Changed setting to ”FM+M”  Changed setting to ”FM”  Scan button Scan possible  Yes  No 9 514 0231 041 #03.indd 42...
  • Page 43 9 514 0231 041 #03.indd 43 9/21/2015 2:19:55 PM...
  • Page 44 WIDEX A/S Nymoellevej 6, DK-3540 Lynge, Denmark www . w idex .com Manual no .: É[5qr0w3|a;fa;k] 9 514 0231 041 #03 Issue: 2015-06 CIB278/0615 9 514 0231 041 #03.indd 44 9/21/2015 2:19:55 PM...

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