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  • Page 1 Radiant miniRITE T, miniRITE T R Instructions for Use www.sonici.com...
  • Page 2 Model overview This booklet is valid for the Sonic Radiant™ family in the following hearing aid models: MNR T R  MNR T  FW 1.1 Sonic Radiant 100 MNR T R 05714464033140  Sonic Radiant 80 MNR T R 05714464033157 ...
  • Page 3 The following speakers are available for the above model: Speaker 60  Speaker 85  Speaker 100 (Power Instrument)  Power flex mould speaker 100 (Power Instrument)  Power flex mould speaker 105 (Power Instrument)  MicroShell 60  MicroShell 85 ...
  • Page 4 Intended use Intended use The hearing aid is intended to amplify and transmit sound to the ear. Indications for use Bilateral or unilateral impaired hearing of sensorineural, conductive or mixed type ranging from a slight (16 dB HL*) to profound (95 dB HL*) degree of hearing loss, with an individual frequency configuration.
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT NOTICE The hearing aid amplification is uniquely adjusted and optimised to your personal hearing capabilities during the hearing aid fitting performed by your hearing care professional.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents About Your hearing aid, speaker and earpiece Getting started Charging time Battery performance Turn hearing aids ON / OFF using the charger Turn hearing aids ON / OFF using the push button Turn hearing aids ON / OFF Low battery indication Identify left and right hearing aid How to replace the disposable battery —...
  • Page 7 Daily use Cleaning Replace standard earpieces ProWax miniFit filter Clean customised earpieces Replace ProWax filter Hearing aid storage Change volume Change program Options Flight mode Mute your hearing aids Using your hearing aid with iPhone, iPad and iPod Using your hearing aid with Android devices Pairing and compatibility Wireless accessories and other options Continues on next page...
  • Page 8 Table of contents Tinnitus Tinnitus SoundSupport™ (optional) Sound options and volume adjustments Limitation on use time Tinnitus SoundSupport warnings Warnings General warnings More info Troubleshooting Water & dust resistant (IP68) Conditions of use Technical information Warranty Your individual hearing aid settings Sound and LED light indicators...

  • Page 9: Your Hearing Aid, Speaker And Earpiece

    Your hearing aid, speaker and earpiece Microphones Ear grip Sound in Holds the speaker in place (optional) LED light Wax filter Protects the speaker from earwax damage Push button Upper part Lower part Nail grip Speaker (MNR T only) Sound out Opens the battery drawer Rechargeable battery...
  • Page 10 The hearing aid uses one of the following speakers: Standard speakers Power flex mould MicroShell speakers About Getting started Daily use Options Tinnitus Warnings More info...
  • Page 11 The speakers use one of the following earpieces: Standard earpieces Customised earpieces OpenBass dome LiteTip   Bass dome, double vent Micro mould   VarioTherm® LiteTip Power dome   VarioTherm® Micro mould  Grip Tip  VarioTherm® is a registered trademark Available in small and large, left and of Dreve.

  • Page 12: Charging Time

    Charging time (MNR T R only) Ensure you fully charge your hearing aids before first use and charge them every night. That ensures you start your day with fully charged hearing aids. If your hearing aid’s battery is completely drained, the normal charging time is: 3 hours 1 hour...

  • Page 13: Battery Performance

    Battery performance In both MNR T R and MNR T, battery performance varies depending on your individual use and hearing aid settings. Streaming sound from a TV, mobile phone or connectivity devices can influence this performance. Rechargeable battery — MNR T R only If your rechargeable hearing aids do not perform for a full day, you may need to have the rechargeable battery replaced.

  • Page 14: Turn Hearing Aids On/Off Using The Charger

    Turn hearing aids ON/OFF using the charger (MNR T R only) Your hearing aids automatically turn ON when removed from the charger. The hearing aid LED light turns GREEN after approximately two seconds. Wait until the hearing aid LED light blinks GREEN twice, confirming that it is ready for use.

  • Page 15: Turn Hearing Aids On/Off Using The Push Button

    Turn hearing aids ON/OFF using the push button (MNR T R only) The hearing aids can be turned ON/OFF using the push button. To turn ON Press and hold the lower part of the push button for approximately two seconds until the hearing aid LED light turns GREEN.

  • Page 16: Turn Hearing Aids On/Off

    Turn hearing aids ON/OFF (MNR T only) The battery drawer is used to turn the hearing aids ON and OFF. To save battery life, make sure your hearing aids are switched OFF when you are not wearing them. To perform a quick reset of hearing aid settings, open and close the battery drawer.

  • Page 17: Low Battery Indication

    Low battery indication Just before the battery runs out completely, you hear four descending tones. To extend battery performance, ensure you stop any audio streaming. MNR T R: When the battery is running low, you hear three alternate  beeps. This gives you approximately two hours before the hearing aid runs out of battery.

  • Page 18: Identify Left And Right Hearing Aid

    Identify left and right hearing aid (MNR T R only) It is important to distinguish between the left and the right hearing aid, as they may be programed differently. You can find left/right colour indicators on the hearing aid itself and on 60 and 85 speakers as shown.
  • Page 19 Identify left and right hearing aid (MNR T only) It is important to distinguish between the left and the right hearing aid, as they may be programed differently. You can find left/right colour indicators on the hearing aid itself and on 60 and 85 speakers as shown.

  • Page 20: How To Replace The Disposable Battery - Size 312

    How to replace the disposable battery — size 312 (MNR T only) 1. Remove 2. Uncover 3. Insert Fully open the Remove the sticky Insert the new battery battery drawer and label from the + side into the battery drawer of the new battery.
  • Page 21 4. Close MultiTool Close the battery drawer. You can use the MultiTool to change You may hear a jingle through the the battery. Use the magnetic end to earpiece. remove and insert batteries. The MultiTool is provided by your hearing care professional.

  • Page 22: Put On Hearing Aid

    Put on hearing aid Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Ear grip (optional) Place the hearing aid Hold the bend of the Gently push the speaker wire between earpiece into your ear behind your ear. your thumb and index canal until the speaker You should always use finger.

  • Page 24: Cleaning

    Cleaning The MultiTool contains a brush and wire loop for cleaning and removing earwax. If you need a new MultiTool, contact your hearing care professional. Magnet Wire loop Brush IMPORTANT NOTICE The MultiTool has a built-in magnet. Keep the MultiTool at least 30 centimetres (1 foot) away from credit cards and other magnetically- sensitive devices.
  • Page 25 Do not drop your hearing aid when handling it. Ensure you hold it over a soft surface to avoid damage while cleaning it. Clean the microphone openings Use the MultiTool brush to carefully brush Microphone openings debris away from the openings and the surface around the openings.

  • Page 26: Replace Standard Earpieces

    Replace standard earpieces It is important that you do not clean the standard earpiece (dome and Grip Tip). If the earpiece is filled with earwax, replace it with a new one. Grip Tip needs to be replaced at least once a month. Step 1 Step 2 Step 3...
  • Page 27 IMPORTANT NOTICE If the earpiece is not on the speaker when removed from the ear, the earpiece may still be in the ear canal. For further instructions, consult your hearing care professional.

  • Page 28: Prowax Minifit Filter

    ProWax miniFit filter The speaker has a white wax filter attached to the end where the earpiece is attached. The wax filter keeps earwax and debris from damaging the speaker. ProWax filter Ensure you replace the filter when clogged, or if the hearing aid does not sound normal.
  • Page 29 Replace ProWax miniFit filter 1. Tool 2. Remove 3. Insert filter filter Final filter Empty Remove the tool from Insert the empty pin Insert the new wax the shell. The tool has into the wax filter in filter using the other two pins, one empty the speaker and pull pin, remove the tool,...

  • Page 30: Clean Customised Earpieces

    Clean customised earpieces Ensure that you regularly clean the Clean the vent by inserting the brush earpiece. through the hole, twisting it slightly. The earpiece has a white wax filter* that keeps earwax and debris from damaging the speaker. Ensure you replace the filter when clogged, or if the hearing aid does not sound normal.

  • Page 31: Replace Prowax Filter

    Replace ProWax filter 1. Tool 2. Remove 3. Insert filter filter Old filter Remove the tool from Insert the empty pin Insert the new wax the shell. The tool has into the wax filter in filter using the other two pins, one empty the earpiece and pull pin, remove the tool, for removal and one...

  • Page 32: Hearing Aid Storage

    Hearing aid storage (MNR T R only) When you are not using your hearing aid, the charger is the best place to keep it. To ensure the longest life of the rechargeable battery in the hearing aid, do not expose it to excessive heat. For example, do not leave the hearing aid in the sun in front of a window or in a car, even if the hearing aid is in the charger.

  • Page 33: Change Volume

    Change volume The push button lets you adjust the volume. When you increase or decrease the volume, you hear a beep. For information regarding button press times, see the table General settings overview for your hearing aid, in the Your individual hearing aid settings section at the end of this booklet.

  • Page 34: Change Program

    Change program Your hearing aid can save up to four different programs configured by your hearing care professional. Depending on the program you choose (1,2,3 or 4), you hear one to four tones. For information regarding tones, see the Sound and LED light indicators section.
  • Page 35 Press the push button to switch between programs. The program cycle switches one program forward when the upper part of the push button is pressed, for example program 1 to 2 or program 4 to 1. If the lower part of the push button is pressed, the program cycle goes backward, for example 2 to 1 or program 1 to 4.

  • Page 36: Options

    Flight mode When Flight mode is activated, Bluetooth connectivity is turned OFF. However, the hearing aid is still turned ON and functioning. Be aware that pressing the push button on one hearing aid, activates Flight mode on both hearing aids. For more information about sounds and lights, see the Sound and LED light indicators section.
  • Page 37 MNR T To activate and deactivate Press and hold either end of the push button for at least seven seconds. A jingle and an LED light pattern confirm your action. Opening and closing the battery drawer also deactivates Flight mode.

  • Page 38: Mute Your Hearing Aids

    Mute your hearing aids In both MNR T and MNR T R you can mute your hearing aids by using one of the following optional devices/app: • SoundLink 2 App • SoundClip-A • RC-A How to unmute your hearing aids You can unmute your hearing aids by using one of the optional devices/ app or by applying a short press to the upper or lower part of the push button on the hearing aids.
  • Page 39 IMPORTANT NOTICE Do not use the mute function as an OFF button, as the hearing aid is still using battery power in this mode.

  • Page 40: Using Your Hearing Aid With Iphone, Ipad And Ipod

    Using your hearing aid with iPhone, iPad and iPod Sonic Radiant is a Made for iPhone® hearing aid and allows for direct communication and control with iPhone, iPad® or iPod touch®.* For assistance in using your hearing aid with any of these products, contact your hearing care professional.

  • Page 41: Using Your Hearing Aid With Android Devices

    Using your hearing aid with Android devices Sonic Radiant supports Audio Streaming for Hearing Aids (ASHA) and can be used for direct communication and control with selected Android™ devices.* For assistance in using your hearing aid with Android devices, contact...

  • Page 42: Pairing And Compatibility

    Pairing and compatibility For instructions on how to pair your hearing aid with iPhone, iPad, iPod touch or Android devices, visit the following website: https://www.sonici.global/product-support/download-center/ For a list of compatible iPhone, iPad, iPod touch and Android devices, visit the following website: www.sonici.global/compatibility About Getting started Daily use Options...

  • Page 43: Wireless Accessories And Other Options

    Wireless accessories and other options There are a range of accessories available as an enhancement to your wireless hearing aid. These enable you to hear and communicate better in everyday situations. SoundClip-A RC-A A device that can be used as A device that lets you change remote microphone and hands- program, adjust volume, or mute...
  • Page 44 EduMic Telecoil A device that can be used as a Telecoil can help you remote microphone in classrooms, hear better when using a work environments, public places phone with a built-in loop (using Telecoil), and other or when in buildings with teleloop settings.

  • Page 46: Tinnitus Soundsupport™ (Optional)

    Tinnitus SoundSupport™ (optional) Intended use of Tinnitus SoundSupport Tinnitus SoundSupport is a tool intended to generate sounds to provide temporary relief for patients suffering from tinnitus as part of a tinnitus management program. The target population is the adult population over 18 years of age. Tinnitus SoundSupport is targeted to licenced hearing care professionals (audiologists, hearing aid specialists, or otolaryngologists) who are familiar with the evaluation and treatment of tinnitus and...
  • Page 47 Guidelines for tinnitus sound generator users The following instructions contain information about Tinnitus SoundSupport, which may have been enabled in your hearing aids by your hearing care professional. Tinnitus SoundSupport is a tinnitus management device intended to generate sound of sufficient intensity and bandwidth to help manage tinnitus.

  • Page 48: Sound Options And Volume Adjustments

    Sound options and volume adjustments Tinnitus SoundSupport is programed by your hearing care professional to match your hearing loss and preferences for tinnitus relief. It offers a number of different sound options. Together with your hearing care professional, you can select your preferred sound(s). Tinnitus SoundSupport programs Together with your hearing care professional, you decide for which programs you may want to have Tinnitus SoundSupport activated.
  • Page 49 Volume adjustments with Tinnitus SoundSupport When you select a hearing aid program for which Tinnitus SoundSupport is activated, your hearing care professional can only set the push button on your hearing aid to work as a volume control for the tinnitus relief sound.

  • Page 50: Limitation On Use Time

    Limitation on use time Daily use The volume levels of Tinnitus SoundSupport can be set to a level which could lead to permanent hearing damage when used for a prolonged period of time. Your hearing care professional will advise you of the maximum amount of time per day you should use Tinnitus SoundSupport.
  • Page 51 Important information for hearing care professionals about Tinnitus SoundSupport Device description Tinnitus SoundSupport is a module function that can be enabled in the hearing aids by the hearing care professional. Maximum wearing time The wearing time of Tinnitus SoundSupport will decrease as you increase the level above 80 dB(A) SPL.
  • Page 52 If the volume control is activated A warning may be displayed if you activate the tinnitus volume control in the Buttons & Indicators screen. This occurs if the relief sound can be listened to at levels that may cause hearing damage. The Max wearing time table in the fitting software displays the number of hours the patient can safely use Tinnitus SoundSupport.

  • Page 53: Tinnitus Soundsupport Warnings

    Tinnitus SoundSupport warnings If your hearing care professional has As with any device, misuse of the sound activated the sound generator Tinnitus generator feature may cause potentially SoundSupport, ensure you pay attention to harmful effects. Care should be taken to the following warnings.

  • Page 54: General Warnings

    General warnings For your personal safety and to ensure (MNR T R only) correct usage, you should familiarise Only charge the hearing aids with a yourself fully with the following general designated charger. Other chargers risk warnings before using your hearing aid. destroying the hearing aids and batteries.
  • Page 55 Usage of hearing aids (MNR T only) Hearing aids should be used only as Batteries have occasionally been mistaken directed and adjusted by your hearing care for pills. Therefore, check your medicine professional. Misuse can result in sudden carefully before swallowing any pills. and permanent hearing loss.
  • Page 56 General warnings Explosives Fatality hazards and risk of swallowing lithium-ion batteries or placing them in (MNR T R only) the ear or nose The hearing aid is safe to use under (MNR T R only) normal usage conditions. The hearing aid has not been tested for compliance Never swallow lithium-ion batteries nor with international standards concerning...
  • Page 57 Rechargeable battery The safety of recharging batteries using (MNR T R only) a USB connector is determined by the external signal source. When connected Do not attempt to open the hearing aid, as to external equipment plugged into a it may damage the battery. power socket, this equipment must comply Never attempt to replace the battery.
  • Page 58 General warnings Active implants The Autophone magnet or MultiTool (which The hearing aid has been thoroughly has a built-in magnet) should be kept more than 30 centimetres (1 foot) away from the tested and characterised for human health according to international standards for implant, e.g.
  • Page 59 Detached earpiece in ear canal Heat and chemicals If the earpiece is not on the speaker The hearing aid must never be exposed to when removed from the ear, the earpiece extreme heat, e.g. left inside a parked car may still be in the ear canal. For further in the sun.
  • Page 60 General warnings Power hearing aid Use on aircraft Special care should be exercised in Your hearing aids have Bluetooth wireless selecting, fitting, and using hearing aids technology. On board an aircraft, the where the maximum sound pressure hearing aids must be put into Flight mode capability exceeds 132 dB SPL to deactivate Bluetooth, unless Bluetooth (IEC 60138-4/IEC 711) as there may...
  • Page 61 Interference The hearing aids have been thoroughly tested for interference according to the most stringent international standards. Electromagnetic interference may occur in the vicinity of equipment with the symbol to the left. Portable and mobile RF (radio frequency) communications equipment can affect the performance of your hearing aids.

  • Page 62: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting MNR T R/T Symptom Possible causes Hearing aid is out of power Dead battery No sound Clogged earpieces (dome, Grip Tip, or mould) Hearing aid microphone muted Clogged sound outlet Intermittent or reduced sound Moisture Hearing aid earpiece incorrectly inserted Squealing noise Earwax accumulated in ear canal If your hearing aid plays eight beeps, four times consecutively,...
  • Page 63 Solutions Charge the hearing aid (MNR T R only) / Replace the battery (MNR T only) Contact your hearing care professional (MNR T R only) / Replace the battery (MNR T only) Clean mould Replace wax filter, dome, or Grip Tip Unmute the hearing aid microphone Clean mould or replace wax filter, dome, or Grip Tip Gently wipe the hearing aid and let it dry...
  • Page 64 Troubleshooting MNR T R only — To troubleshoot the charger, see your charger’s instructions for use. Symptom Possible causes The charger is not turned ON The hearing aid or charger’s temperature is either too warm or too cold The hearing aid LED light remains turned OFF when Charging is incomplete.
  • Page 65 Solutions Verify that the charger’s power plug is correctly connected or the power bank has enough battery Move the charger and hearing aid to a location with a temperature between +5°C and +40°C (+41°F and +104°F) Reinsert the hearing aid into the charger. This completes the charging within approximately 15 minutes.

  • Page 66: Water & Dust Resistant (Ip68)

    Water & dust resistant (IP68) Your hearing aid is dust tight and Should your hearing aid come into protected against ingress of water, contact with water and stop working, which means it is designed to be worn gently wipe off any water and let the in all daily life situations.

  • Page 67: Conditions Of Use

    Conditions of use (MNR T R only) Operating Temperature: +5°C to +40°C (41°F to 104°F) conditions Humidity: 5% to 93% relative humidity, non-condensing Atmospheric pressure: 700 hPa to 1060 hPa Charging Temperature: +5°C to +40°C (41°F to 104°F) conditions Humidity: 5% to 93% relative humidity, non-condensing Atmospheric pressure: 700 hPa to 1060 hPa Transportation Temperature and humidity shall not exceed the below limits...
  • Page 68 Conditions of use (MNR T only) Operating Temperature: +1°C to +40°C (34°F to 104°F) conditions Humidity: 5% to 93% relative humidity, non-condensing Atmospheric pressure: 700 hPa to 1060 hPa Transportation Temperature and humidity shall not exceed the below limits and storage for extended periods during transportation and storage: conditions Transportation:...

  • Page 70: Technical Information

    Technical information The hearing aid contains the following (MNR T R) two radio technologies: The radio transmitter is weak and always below 9 mW equal to 9.6 dBm in The hearing aid contains a radio total radiated power. transceiver using short range magnetic induction technology operating at (MNR T only) 3.84 MHz.
  • Page 71 Due to the limited space available on the USA and Canada hearing aid, relevant approval markings (MNR T only) can be found in this booklet. Additional This device contains a radio module information can be found in the (MI AU5 MNR T) with the following Specification Guide on www.sonici.com certification ID numbers: FCC ID: 2ACAHAU5MNRT...
  • Page 72 Declaration of Conformity is available hearing aid is in compliance with the from the headquarters. essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive Sonic Innovations, Inc. 2014/53/EU. 2501 Cottontail Lane Somerset, NJ 08873 This medical device complies with Medical Device Regulation (EU) www.sonici.com/doc...
  • Page 73 Description of symbols and abbreviations used in this booklet Warnings Text marked with a warning symbol must be read before using the device. Manufacturer The device is produced by the manufacturer whose name and address are stated next to the symbol. Indicates the medical device manufacturer, as defined in EU Regulations 2017/745.
  • Page 74 Description of symbols and abbreviations used in this booklet Made for Apple badges Indicates that the device is compatible with iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Android badge Indicates that the device is compatible with Android. Hearing loop This logo incorporates the universal symbol for hearing assistance. The “T”...
  • Page 75 Description of additional symbols used on labels Keep dry Indicates a medical device that needs to be protected from moisture. Caution symbol Consult instructions for use for warnings and cautions. Catalogue number Indicates the manufacturer’s catalogue number so that the medical device can be identified.
  • Page 76 International warranty Your device is covered by an you have bought your device. Your international warranty issued by the hearing care professional may also have manufacturer. This international issued a warranty that goes beyond the warranty covers manufacturing clauses of this international warranty. and material defects in the device Please consult him/her for further itself, but not in accessories such as...

  • Page 77: Warranty

    Warranty Certificate Name of owner: _______________________________________________________ Hearing care professional: _______________________________________________ Hearing care professional’s address: _______________________________________ Hearing care professional’s phone: ________________________________________ Purchase date: ________________________________________________________ Warranty period: _______________ Month: ________________________________ Model left: ____________________ Serial no.: ______________________________ Model right: ___________________ Serial no.: ______________________________...

  • Page 78: Your Individual Hearing Aid Settings

    Your individual hearing aid settings To be filled out by your hearing care professional. Tinnitus SoundSupport: Limitation on use No limitation on use Program Start-up volume (Tinnitus) Max volume (Tinnitus) Max _______ hours per day Max _______ hours per day Max _______ hours per day Max _______ hours per day Max _______ hours per day...
  • Page 79 Tinnitus SoundSupport settings overview for your hearing aid Left Right Tinnitus SoundSupport A) How to change Tinnitus SoundSupport volume in each ear separately To increase or decrease the volume (on one hearing aid only), use a short press on the upper or lower part of the push button repeatedly until you reach your desired level.
  • Page 80 General settings overview for your hearing aid Left Right Change volume Short press Change program Short press Long press Long press Volume control indicators Beeps at min/max volume Beeps when changing volume Beeps at start-up volume Battery indicators Low battery warning To be filled out by your hearing care professional.

  • Page 81: Sound And Led Light Indicators

    Sound and LED light indicators Different sounds and light patterns indicate the hearing aid status. The different indicators are listed on the following pages. For light indicators on your charger, see the charger’s instructions for use. Your hearing care professional can set sound and LED light indicators to match your preferences.
  • Page 82 ON/OFF Sound LED light LED light comments Jingle 4 descending (MNR T R only) tones Volume Sound LED light Shown once Start-up volume 2 beeps Minimum/maximum 3 beeps volume Volume up/down 1 beep Continuous or repeated Mute three times Long GREEN blink Short GREEN blink Long ORANGE blink Short ORANGE blink...
  • Page 83 Accessories Sound LED light LED light comments TV-A 2 different tones SoundClip-A 2 different tones Continuous or repeated three times Flight mode Sound LED light Flight mode activated 4 descending tones (MNR T R only) + short jingle Flight mode 4 descending tones deactivated + short jingle...
  • Page 84 Warnings Sound LED light LED light comments Continuously 3 alternate Low battery blinking beeps 4 descending Battery shut down tones Microphone service Repeated four 8 beeps check needed times repeated 4 times The hearing aid LED light does not turn ON when the hearing See the Trouble- Turned OFF...
  • Page 85 Warnings Sound LED light LED light comments The hearing aid LED light blinks ORANGE Continuously when the hearing blinking. See the aid is placed in the Troubleshooting charger section. (MNR T R only) The hearing aid LED light blinks GREEN Continuously when the hearing blinking.
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