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Phonak Brio
4 B-312
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  • Page 1 Phonak Brio 4 B-312 ™ User Guide...
  • Page 2 Your hearing aids operate between 2.4 GHz–2.48 GHz frequency range. When flying please check if flight Model CE mark applied operator requires devices to be switched into flight Phonak Brio 4 B-312 2019 mode, see chapter 12. Model Battery size...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Your hearing aid Your hearing aids have been developed by Phonak — the world leader in hearing solutions based in Zurich, Quick guide Switzerland. Parts of the hearing aid Using the hearing aid These premium products are the result of decades of Left &...
  • Page 4: Quick Guide

    1. Quick guide Left & right hearing aid markings On/Off Blue marking for left hearing aid. Multi-function button Red marking for right hearing aid. The button has several functions. It functions as a volume control and/or a Changing batteries program change depending on the hearing aid programming.
  • Page 5: Parts Of The Hearing Aid

    2. Parts of the hearing aid Brio 4 B-312 The following pictures show the possible earpieces and hearing aid model described in this user guide. Multi-function Possible earpieces Tube button Battery door Earpiece: Dome (detachable) Classic Universal Dome SlimTip earmold...
  • Page 6: Left & Right Hearing Aid Markings

    3. Left & right hearing aid markings 4. On/Off There is a red or blue marking to tell you if it is a left or a The battery door is also the on/off switch. right hearing aid. Closed battery door = hearing aid is on Blue marking for left hearing aid.
  • Page 7: Batteries

    Phonak Brio 4 B-312 brown PR41 7002ZD If it is difficult to close the battery door: Check that the battery is inserted correctly and the “+” symbol is facing upwards. If the battery is not inserted...
  • Page 8: Putting On The Hearing Aid

    6. Putting on the hearing aid 6.1 Putting on the hearing aid with 6.2 Putting on the hearing aid with dome, classic earmold SlimTip or universal eartip Take the earmold up to your ear Place the hearing aid behind and place the ear canal part into your ear.
  • Page 9: Removing The Hearing Aid

    7. Removing the hearing aid 7.1 Removing the hearing aid with 7.2 Removing the hearing aid with dome, classic earmold SlimTip or universal eartip Lift the hearing aid above the Pull on the bend of the tube upper part of your ear. and remove the hearing aid from behind the ear.
  • Page 10: Multi-Function Button

    8. Multi-function button 9. Connectivity overview The multi-function button has several functions. The illustration below shows the connectivity options available for your hearing aid. It functions as a volume control and/or a program change depending on the hearing aid programming. This is indicated in your individual “Hearing aid Cell phone...
  • Page 11: Initial Pairing

    10. Initial pairing 10.1 Initial pairing to Bluetooth-enabled device Select the hearing aid in the list of Bluetooth-enabled It is only necessary to perform the pairing procedure devices. This will pair both hearing aids simultaneously. once with each device featuring Bluetooth wireless A beep confirms successful pairing.
  • Page 12 10.2 Connecting to the device After your hearing aids have been paired to your device, they will automatically connect again when switched on. The connection will be maintained as long as the device remains ON and within range. Your hearing aids can be paired to up to two devices. Your hearing aids can be connected to one device at a time.
  • Page 13: Phone Calls

    11. Phone calls 11.1 Making a call Your hearing aids connect directly with Bluetooth- enabled phones. When paired and connected to your phone, you will hear the caller’s voice directly in your Enter the phone number and press the dial button. hearing aids.
  • Page 14 11.3 Ending a call 11.4 Rejecting a call A call can be ended by a long press on the upper or An incoming call can be rejected by a long press on lower part of the multi-function button on the hearing the upper or lower part of the multi-function button aid (more than two seconds) or directly on your phone.
  • Page 15: Flight Mode

    12. Flight mode 12.2 Exit flight mode Your hearing aids operate between 2.4 GHz–2.48 GHz frequency range. When flying some operators require all devices to be switched into flight mode. Entering flight To enable the wireless function and exit flight mode in mode will not disable normal hearing aid functionality, each hearing aid: only the Bluetooth connectivity functions.
  • Page 16: Care And Maintenance

    13. Care and maintenance Diligent and routine care of your hearing aid contributes Your hearing aids are resistant to water, sweat and dust to outstanding performance and a long service life. To under the following conditions: ensure a long service life, Sonova AG provides a •...
  • Page 17: Exchanging The Earpiece

    14. Exchanging the earpiece Daily If your hearing aid is fitted with a SlimTube, you may Inspect the earpiece and tube for earwax and moisture need to exchange or clean the earpiece. deposits. Clean the surfaces with a lint-free cloth or use the small brush provided in the hearing aid hard case.
  • Page 18 14.1 Removing the earpiece from the SlimTube 14.2 Attaching the earpiece to the SlimTube Remove the earpiece from Hold the SlimTube in one hand the SlimTube by holding the and the earpiece in the other. SlimTube in one hand and the earpiece in the other.
  • Page 19: Service And Warranty

    15. Service and warranty Local warranty Warranty limitation Please ask the hearing care professional, where you This warranty does not cover damage from improper purchased your hearing aid, about the terms of the handling or care, exposure to chemicals or undue stress. local warranty.
  • Page 20: Compliance Information

    The models listed on page 2 are certified under: Declaration of Conformity Hereby Sonova AG declares that this product meets the Phonak Brio 4 B-312 requirements of the Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC FCC ID: KWC-BST as well as the Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU.
  • Page 21 Notice 1: no guarantee that interference will not occur in a This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and particular installation. If this device does cause harmful with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to interference to radio or television reception, which can the following two conditions: be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the 1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and...
  • Page 22 Radio information of your hearing aid Antenna type Resonant loop antenna Immunity standards EN 60601-1-2:2015 Operation frequency 2.4 GHz – 2.48 GHz IEC 60601-1-2:2014 Modulation GFSK, Pi/4 DPSK, GMSK EN 61000-4-2:2009 Radiated power < 1 mW IEC 61000-4-2:2008 Bluetooth® EN 61000-4-3:2006+A1+A2 Range IEC 61000-4-3:2006+A1+A2 Bluetooth...
  • Page 23: Information And Description Of Symbols

    17. Information and description of symbols With the CE symbol, Sonova AG confirms that This symbol indicates that it is important this product — including accessories — meets the for the user to read and take into account the requirements of the Medical Devices Directive relevant information in these user guides.
  • Page 24 The product is designed such that it functions Temperature during transportation and storage: Operating conditions without problems or restrictions if used as –20° to +60° Celsius (–4° to +140° Fahrenheit). intended, unless otherwise noted in this user guide. The hearing aids are classified IP68 (depth Humidity during transportation: Up to 90% (non of 1 meter for 60 minutes) and designed to be condensing).
  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    18. Troubleshooting Problem Causes What to do Hearing aid not functioning Dead battery Change battery (chapter 5) Earpiece blocked Clean earpiece (chapter 13) Battery not inserted correctly Insert battery correctly (chapter 5) Hearing aid switched off Switch hearing aid on by completely closing battery door (chapter 4) Hearing aid whistles Hearing aid not inserted correctly Insert hearing aid correctly (chapter 6)
  • Page 26: Important Safety Information

    19. Important safety information 19.1 Hazard warnings Please read the information on the following pages before using your hearing aid. Your hearing aids operate between 2.4 GHz–2.48 GHz A hearing aid will not restore normal hearing and will not frequency range. When flying please check if flight operator prevent or improve a hearing impairment resulting from requires devices to be switched into flight mode, see organic conditions.
  • Page 27 Hearing aid batteries are toxic if they are swallowed! Keep This hearing aid is not for children below 36 months. The out of the reach of children, individuals with cognitive usage of this device by children and individuals with cognitive impairment, and pets.
  • Page 28 Use of accessories, transducers and cables other than those Avoid strong physical impacts to the ear when wearing specified or provided by the manufacturer of this equipment a hearing aid with customized earpiece. The stability of could result in increased electromagnetic emissions or customized earpieces is designed for normal use.
  • Page 29 19.2 Information on product safety When you are not using your hearing aid, leave the battery door open so that any moisture can evaporate. Make sure These hearing aids are water resistant and not waterproof. that you always completely dry your hearing aid after use. They are designed to withstand normal activities and Store the hearing aid in a safe, dry and clean place.
  • Page 30 Always use new batteries for your hearing aid. In case a Remove the battery if you are not using your hearing aid for battery is leaking, replace it immediately with a new one to a long period of time. avoid any skin irritation. You can return used batteries to your hearing care professional.
  • Page 31: For The Us Market Only, Complies With The Fda Regulations

    20. For the US market only, complies with the FDA regulations Important information: Cell phones Note: the performance of individual hearing aids may vary with individual cell phones. Therefore, please try Some hearing aid users have reported a buzzing sound the hearing aid with your cell phone or, if you are in their hearing aids when they are using cell phones.
  • Page 32 Warning to hearing aid dispensers (vi) Audiometric air-bone gap equal to or greater than 15 decibels at 500 hertz (Hz), 1,000 Hz, and 2,000 Hz. A hearing aid dispenser should advise a prospective hearing aid user to consult promptly with a licensed (vii) Visible evidence of significant cerumen physician (preferably an ear specialist) before dispensing accumulation or a foreign body in the ear canal.
  • Page 33 ear are often referred to as otolaryngologists, otologists wear a hearing aid for a period of time for a nominal fee or otorhinolaryngologists. The purpose of medical after which you may decide if you want to purchase the evaluation is to assure that all medically treatable hearing aid.
  • Page 34 Notes...
  • Page 35 Your Costco hearing aid center: Manufacturer: Sonova AG Laubisrütistrasse 28 CH-8712 Stäfa Switzerland...

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