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Widex FM+DEX User Instructions

Widex FM+DEX User Instructions

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  • Page 1 USER INSTRUCTIONS FM+DEX...

  • Page 2: Package Contents

    PACKAGE CONTENTS FM + DEX Charger Jack-to-jack cable Neck loops (three lengths) Clip User instructions...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS SYMBOLS ........4 YOUR NEW FM + DEX .

  • Page 4: Symbols

    SYMBOLS The following symbols will be used throughout the manual: WARNING Messages with this heading indicate adverse reactions, potential safety hazards or inadequate device performance. CAUTION Messages with this heading indicate/include information regard- ing any special care to be exercised. Not for general waste.

  • Page 5: Your New Fm + Dex

    YOUR NEW FM + DEX Your FM + DEX is part of the DEX™ family of assistive listening devices. These user instructions explain how the FM + DEX should be operated. WARNING This booklet contains important information and instructions. Please read this booklet care fully before you start using the device.

  • Page 6: Intended Use

    Description of device The FM + DEX is offered in order to support Widex hear- ing aids without DAI or a telecoil. When the FM module is attached, the user is able to receive FM signals.

  • Page 7: Fm + Dex Overview

    FM + DEX OVERVIEW 1. On/Off 2. Input toggle key/Room off 3. Volume up/down 4. FM input LED 5. Audio input LED 6. T (telecoil) input LED 7. Battery level indicator 8. Tamper switch 9. FM switch 10. FM connector (Europlug) 11.

  • Page 8: Leds

    LEDS Input indicators Green light in any of the three input LEDs indicates that this input source has been chosen. Battery indicator Battery low Battery charging yellow Battery fully charged, charging unit still green connected Battery fully charged, charging unit disconnected...

  • Page 9: Operating Ranges

    OPERATING RANGES From FM + DEX to hearing aids Up to 40 cm From FM transmitter to FM + DEX Up to 30 metres...

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED Charging the battery The FM + DEX uses a rechargeable battery that is charged through the mini USB connector. When fully charged, the battery has a capacity of approx. 10 hours of continuous use. The charger is available in four coun- try versions.
  • Page 11 1. Connect the charger to the mini USB connector at the bottom of the FM + DEX. 2. Plug the charger into a wall socket. It takes approximately 6 hours to charge the battery the first time. Recharging takes approx. 2 hours. The device cannot stream while recharging.

  • Page 12: Preparing For Fm Or Audio

    Preparing for FM or audio The toggle key allows you to choose between three input sources, depending on whether you wish to receive FM, audio or telecoil signals. However, to prepare for FM or audio reception, you need to do the following: Toggle key...
  • Page 13 If you wish to listen to an FM source, you will first need to connect the appropriate FM module. 1. Remove the cover at the bottom of the device. 2a. If you have a SCOLA FLEX receiver, slide it into place as shown.
  • Page 14 2b. For other modules, use a Europlug to connect it to the device. Please be sure to turn and position the Europlug correctly, i.e. according to the thickness of the pins. 3. Turn the receiver module on. 4. Slide the FM switch to the right if you are using a SCOLA FLEX interface or to the left if you are using a Europlug.
  • Page 15 5. Attach the cover again.
  • Page 16 Audio If you wish to listen to an audio source, plug the jack- to-jack cable provided into the audio (line-in) socket. Connect the other end to the audio source. The device automatically detects the audio signal.

  • Page 17: Antenna

    Antenna The FM +  DEX can be used with or without an external neck loop antenna. Attaching the neck loop antenna Assemble the two neck loop wires (if not already assembled) by connecting the male jack on the short wire to the female jack on the long wire. Then assemble the two neck loop wires (if not already assembled) by connecting the male jack on the short wire to the female jack on the long wire.
  • Page 18 Then attach the assembled module to the device as illustrated.
  • Page 19 An alternative way of using the device is by attaching it to your clothes using the detachable clip. These first two illustrations show how to attach the clip to the device.
  • Page 20 Pushing the clip upwards with two fingers allows you to turn the clip as required. Push it backwards to fix it in the desired position.
  • Page 21 To open the clip, click the lock open, place it on your clothes and click it closed.
  • Page 22 CAUTION: FOR PACEMAKER USERS (Risks) The use of wireless Widex hearing aids/DEX should not interfere with other devices such as a pacemaker. However, to be extra cautious, Widex follows the guidelines recommended by the manufacturers of implantable defibrillators and pace- makers for their patients when using mobile phones.

  • Page 23: Turning On The Fm + Dex

    TURNING ON THE FM + DEX Push the slide button on the right side upwards.

  • Page 24: Acoustic Indicators

    ACOUSTIC INDICATORS When using any button/switch, a corresponding acous- tic indicator will be presented in the hearing aids. Turning the device on/off message Change of input source message Room off/on (HA microphones) message Volume adjustment tones...

  • Page 25: Selecting Input Source

    SELECTING INPUT SOURCE The device usually starts up in the FM input setting. The current input source is indicated by a green light in the corresponding LED. Using the toggle key you can change between the three input options: FM, audio or T (telecoil).

  • Page 26: Volume Adjustment

    VOLUME ADJUSTMENT The device starts up at the default volume level. Use the volume control on the left side to adjust the volume up or down. volume up volume down...

  • Page 27: Room Off

    ROOM OFF If you wish to listen to the input signal only, push the toggle key and hold it in for more than half a second. This will disable the hearing aid microphones. To deac- tivate this function again, push the toggle key and hold it in again for more than half a second.

  • Page 28: Turning Off The Fm + Dex

    TURNING OFF THE FM + DEX To turn the FM + DEX off, push the slide button on the right side of the FM + DEX downward. When you turn the device off, it stops streaming and the hearing aids return to the Master program.

  • Page 29: Tamper Switch

    TAMPER SWITCH The input toggle/room off switch and volume control can be locked using the tamper switch. Slide the switch to the left to lock the functions, and to the right to unlock them.

  • Page 30: In Case Of Malfunction

    IN CASE OF MALFUNCTION..Problem Possible cause Solution Your FM + DEX The device is out of Move the device does not work range within range FM + DEX is not Move the FM + DEX No sound when listening to audio within range of the within range hearing aids...
  • Page 31 Problem Possible cause Solution No streamed The cable between Connect the sound source to the FM + audio sound even the sound source and the FM + DEX has though the audio DEX. input LED is been disconnected. green. Place the FM + DEX in No streamed No magnetic field magnetic signals...

  • Page 32: Caring For Your Fm + Dex

    CARING FOR YOUR FM + DEX The device is a valuable object and should be treated with care. Here are some things you can do to prolong the life of your FM + DEX: WARNING • Do not expose the device to extreme temperatures or high humidity.

  • Page 33: Warnings

    WARNINGS WARNING • Keep the FM + DEX and its parts and accessories out of reach of children and anyone else who might swallow parts of the device, or otherwise cause injury to themselves with these items. In case of ingestion, contact a physician immediately. •...

  • Page 34: Safety Warning

    • The charger must have the certification marks show- ing certification by a safety agency acceptable in your region. Widex strongly recommends that you always use a charger unit that is supplied by your Widex Distributor to ensure safe and efficient use of your FM + DEX.

  • Page 35: Regulatory Information

    REGULATORY INFORMATION FCC ID: TTY-FMD IC: 5676B-FMD 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 36 Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by Widex could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Industry Canada Statement / Déclaration d’industrie Canada...
  • Page 37 (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 38 Hereby, Widex A/S declares that this FM+DEX is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. A copy of the Declaration of Conformity can be found at: http://www.widex.com...
  • Page 39 Hearing aids, accessories and batteries should not be disposed of with normal household waste. Please consult your national Widex distributor for advice on how to dispose of these items.
  • Page 40 Manufacturer ¡9 514 0129 041]¤ ¡#01v¤ Printed by HTO / 2011-12 9 514 0198 001 #01...

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