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Widex scola talk User Instruction

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SCOLA™ FM SYSTEM
SCOLA TALK TRANSMITTER

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  • Page 1 USER INSTRUCTIONS SCOLA™ FM SYSTEM SCOLA TALK TRANSMITTER...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    DIFFERENT WAYS TO USE SCOLA TALK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
  • Page 3 WARNINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 IN CASE OF MALFUNCTION .

  • Page 4: Introduction

    . NOTE Your SCOLA TALK device and accessories may not look exactly as illus- trated in this booklet . We furthermore reserve the right to make any changes considered necessary .

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    It is therefore a good idea to consider the kind of situations in which you will be using the FM system, and what would be the best SCOLA TALK settings in different situations . You will often obtain the best result from the FM system if others around you help in taking an active part in using it .

  • Page 6: The Fm System

    THE FM SYSTEM An FM system is a wireless communication system which allows the sound from the microphone (SCOLA TALK) to be sent directly to the hearing aid via a small receiver (SCOLA FLEX or SCOLA BUDDY), in the same way that a radio receives a signal from a...
  • Page 7 The SCOLA TALK FM transmitter: SCOLA TALK transmits signals to one or more receivers . With the external antenna, the operating range will be up to 22 yards in ideal transmitting conditions . Without the external antenna, the operating range will be up to 1 meter .
  • Page 8 The following accessories are available for the SCOLA™ FM sys- tem: Storage case External antenna Audio cord Neck cord Battery charger Two rechargeable batteries (NiMH) User instructions...

  • Page 9: Battery Information

    BATTERY INFORMATION Battery type Two AAA batteries are required for your SCOLA TALK . These can either be rechargeable or standard alkaline non-rechargeable batteries . If you have any questions about the type, acquisition or use of batteries, please consult the hearing care professional where you acquired your SCOLA™...
  • Page 10 . For optimum battery life, please charge the batteries for at least 10 hours the first time, before you begin using your SCOLA TALK . BE SURE to change alkaline batteries as soon as they are exhausted, to avoid battery leakage .

  • Page 11: Inserting The Batteries

    . If the SCOLA TALK is used by young children, the cover may be provided with a tamper-resistant screw (1) to prevent battery...

  • Page 12: Battery Lifetime And Power Level

    Battery lifetime and power level Two rechargeable batteries are included . With fully charged bat- teries, your SCOLA TALK can operate continuously for ten hours . The display shows the battery power level . If the batteries are flat, this will be indicated by a flashing bar . We recommend that you always have a set of spare batteries with you .

  • Page 13: Charging Batteries With Scola Talk

    Charger and mini USB connector: This device can be charged by an external charger or USB device . Only connect a charger that is compatible with the SCOLA TALK . The charger plug and input rating must be compatible with the AC wall outlet in your region .

  • Page 14: Turning Scola Talk On And Off

    Turning SCOLA TALK on and off You turn the SCOLA TALK on by pushing the switch forwards to the desired setting and off by pushing it backwards to the (•) set- ting .

  • Page 15: Setting Scola Talk

    You have the following options: In this setting your SCOLA TALK is switched off . In this setting your SCOLA TALK is on, and the microphone receives speech and sound from all directions . This mode is called ”omnidirectional” . We recommend that you use this mode when the people or sounds you wish to hear are situated all around the microphone .
  • Page 16 In this setting, SCOLA TALK is in the mode called “directional” . It mostly picks up sound signals coming from in front, attenuating unwanted sounds coming from beside or behind you . We recommend that you use this mode when you want to listen to a person located in front of the microphone .

  • Page 17: Connecting The External Antenna

    SCOLA TALK or give it to some- one to hold, it is a good idea to use the external antenna . If you hold the SCOLA TALK in your hand, it can be used without the external antenna .

  • Page 18: Different Ways To Use Scola Talk

    DIFFERENT WAYS TO USE SCOLA TALK SCOLA TALK can be used in a number of different ways: • It can hang around the neck or be clipped onto the clothes of the person speaking. • It can be placed on a table.

  • Page 19: Attaching The Neck Cord

    1 . Place the provided neck cord holder on the SCOLA TALK . 2 . Press the neck cord holder against the SCOLA TALK and push it forward until it snaps into place in the hole of the clip . The cord can be attached and removed at the side of the holder .

  • Page 20: Connecting Audio Equipment

    Connecting audio equipment The audio cord provided is used to connect the SCOLA TALK to audio equipment (e . g . TV and radio) . Plug the audio cord directly into the headphone jack of the audio equip- ment . Plug the other end of the audio cord into the audio jack of the SCOLA TALK .

  • Page 21: Connecting An External Microphone

    There are various types available, including lapel and boom microphones . An external microphone is an optional accessory . Plug the microphone into the audio jack of the SCOLA TALK . Switch the SCOLA TALK on, in the (omnidirectional) setting .
  • Page 22 Press the audio pen-push button once so that the display shows the channel number and “HI” alternately . This indicates that the audio input function is now ready for connection of a microphone . Press the audio button again if you wish to use the audio input function for ordinary audio or multimedia equipment .

  • Page 23: Channel Selection

    In the SCOLA TALK display you can see the current FM transmit- ting channel . The channels selected for the SCOLA receiver and for SCOLA TALK must be the same in order for the system to work . When the SCOLA TALK is switched on, the display shows the cur- rent FM transmitting channel .
  • Page 24 You can also select another channel (both on the SCOLA receiver and SCOLA TALK) if there is interference on the starting channel . NOTE Note that what is being transmitted from the SCOLA TALK could possibly be picked up by another FM system .

  • Page 25: Advice On The Use Of The Scola™ Fm System

    Ask the teacher / lecturer to wear the SCOLA TALK • Lectures around their neck, or clipped onto their clothes . • Meetings Place the SCOLA TALK in the middle of the table and • Group work set it in the omnidirectional mode . • Meals...
  • Page 26 Ask your companion to wear the SCOLA TALK around his/her neck and set it in the directional mode . Or set the SCOLA TALK in the superdirectional mode and hold it in your hand, pointing it towards the per- son speaking .
  • Page 27 • Abroad When traveling abroad it may not be permitted to use the same channels as in your own country . • Hospitals Use requires permission .

  • Page 28: Care And Maintenance

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

  • Page 29: 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 30 WARNING • If you do not use the rechargeable batteries from Widex, then use only high quality batteries where the risk of leakage is limited, for example alkaline batteries .

  • Page 31: In Case Of Malfunction

    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, SCOLA receiver or SCOLA TALK is not in the correct setting. Check that all the settings are correct for the desired use .
  • Page 32 If there is noise in the hearing aid, it could be because: • You are at or outside the limit of your SCOLA TALK’s operat- ing range. Reduce the distance between the SCOLA TALK and SCOLA receiver, and use the external antenna .
  • Page 33 • The audio cord is not correctly plugged into the audio jack on the SCOLA TALK. Check that it is correctly plugged in . • The signal from the audio equipment is too weak. Turn up the volume of the sound signal on the audio equipment’s volume control, if possible .
  • Page 34 If the batteries do not charge and the display does not indicate that the batteries are charging, it could be because: • There is no power in the socket. Check that the socket func- tions . • The power supply unit, cord or jack is defective. Consult the hearing care professional where you acquired your SCOLA™...

  • Page 35: 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 .
  • Page 36 Directive 1999/5/EC Hereby, Widex A/S declares that this SCOLA TALK is in compli- ance with the essential requirements and other relevant provi- sions of Directive 1999/5/EC . A copy of the Declaration of Conformity according to 1999/5/EC can be found at:...

  • Page 37: Safety Warning

    • Always use the power supply/charger that is supplied with SCOLA TALK . Audio connector (3 .5 mm jack): • The safety of the use of SCOLA TALK is determined by any external equipment that is connected to the SCOLA TALK via the audio connector.

  • Page 38: Regulatory Information

    REGULATORY INFORMATION FCC ID: BRG-871T IC: 5676A-871T Federal Communications Commission Statement This device may not interfere with TV reception or Federal Government radar . 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 .
  • Page 39 (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device . 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...
  • Page 40 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 41: 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 42 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 43 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 44 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 45 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...

  • Page 46: Settings

    SETTINGS SCOLA TALK Serial number: ______________________________ Starting channel: ____________________________...
  • Page 48 WIDEX A/S Nymoellevej 6, DK-3540 Lynge, Denmark www . w idex .com É[5qr0q9|g;fa;d] Manual no .: 9 514 0195 041 #03 Issue: 2015-06...

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