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Introduction to this booklet This booklet guides you on how to use and maintain your new SoundClip-A. Please read the booklet carefully, including the Warnings section. This will help you to get the most out of your new SoundClip-A. If you have additional questions about the use of your SoundClip-A, please contact your hearing care professional.
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I mp or t an t N o ti c e Please familiarize yourself with the entire contents of this booklet before using your SoundClip-A. It contains instructions and important information about the use and handling of your SoundClip-A.
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Introduction The SoundClip-A can be used both as a wireless headset for mobile phones and as a remote microphone/partner microphone. 1. Headset with mobile phone Sounds from your phone will be streamed to your hearing aids through the SoundClip-A (A). Your voice...
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2. Remote/partner-microphone The voice of a chosen speaker will be transmitted wirelessly from the SoundClip-A to your hearing aids. Up to 20 m...
Table of contents Overview – main functions Overview – product indicators Getting started Daily use: On/Off Daily use: Charging Using SoundClip-A with a mobile phone Ensuring SoundClip-A is connected to the phone Receiving calls Making calls Advanced headset features Listening to music...
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Using SoundClip-A as remote control for hearing aids Other features and functions Cleaning the SoundClip-A Warnings Technical information International warranty...
Overview – product indicators Status indicator Mode Blinking yellow Searching for hearing aids Idle. Hearing aids connected, Steady yellow not connected to a phone. Searching for a mobile phone Blinking blue (pairing) Steady blue Connected to a mobile phone Steady green In a call Blinking green Incoming call...
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Power indicator Mode Steady red Battery low Steady green Turned on – not charging Blinking green Turned on – charging Fading green Turned on – charging complete Blinking orange Turned off – charging Steady orange Turned off – charging complete No light Power off...
Getting started Before you can use the SoundClip-A with your hearing aids, both the hearing aids and the SoundClip-A need to be paired/connected. Using the SoundClip-A with a mobile phone also requires the SoundClip-A to be paired with/connected to your mobile phone.
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B. Pairing SoundClip-A and mobile phone See page 18 for detailed instructions about pairing a SoundClip-A with your mobile phone...
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A. Pairing hearing aids with the SoundClip-A 1. Ensure SoundClip-A is powered off Press and hold multi button for approx. 6 seconds until the power indicator is OFF. 2. Turn both hearing aids OFF (open battery drawer) 3. Turn both hearing aids ON...
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5. SoundClip-A will now search for your hearing aids Status indicator will be BLINKING YELLOW. 6. Place SoundClip-A and both hearing aids close to each other (max. distance 20 cm) 20 cm 7. Connection established with hearing aid(s) is indicated by status indicator...
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B. Pairing mobile phone with the SoundClip-A 1. Place SoundClip-A in pairing mode Press and hold the multi button AND volume up button for about 6 seconds (A) until status indicator BLINKS BLUE. 2. The SoundClip-A will be in pairing mode for about 3 minutes...
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3. Enable pairing on mobile phone Turn on Bluetooth . Search for and connect to/ ® pair with SoundClip-A. This is normally in the settings –> Bluetooth ® section of your phone. 4. Enter pin code If your phone requests a pin code, enter 0000 (four zeros).
Daily use: On/Off Press and hold multi button for approx. 3 seconds until power indicator shows STEADY GREEN. Press and hold multi button for approx. 6 seconds until power indicator is OFF.
RED. Charging Connect the enclosed charger through the micro USB connector in the bottom of the SoundClip-A. The power indicator BLINKS GREEN or ORANGE. Power indicator Mode Blinking green Turned on - charging...
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Important Notice When charging the SoundClip-A use the supplied original power supply 5.0V/1A, CE and safety marked.
Using SoundClip-A with a mobile phone I mp or t an t N o ti c e The SoundClip-A should be worn as indicated for best possible performance. It is important that the microphone in the SoundClip-A is pointing towards your mouth (A), and that the SoundClip-A is not covered by clothes etc.
Ensuring SoundClip-A is connected to the phone Select phone mode Press and hold multi button for approx. 3 seconds to change mode. Mode change is confi rmed by an audible indication in your hearing aids. The status indicator is STEADY BLUE.
Receiving calls Phone connected When the SoundClip-A is turned on and in range of your mobile phone it will automatically connect to the mobile phone. The status indicator is STEADY BLUE. Phone ringing When the phone rings you will hear a ring indicator (and if available, the ring-tone from your phone) in your hearing aids.
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Answer call Either click the multi button (A) shortly – or answer the call from your mobile phone. Once the call is connected, the status indicator will change to STEADY GREEN. End call Either click the multi button (A) shortly – or hang up the call from your mobile phone.
Making calls To make a call you only have to use the mobile phone. The call will automatically be connected to the SoundClip-A. Once the call is connected the status indicator will change to STEADY GREEN.
Advanced headset features Voice dialing / voice command When connected to a mobile phone, double press on the multi button activates voice dialing if supported by the phone. Reject call A long press on the volume down button, while the phone is ringing, rejects the call.
Bluetooth , the music played on the ® phone/device will automatically be played in your hearing aids. Status indicator is STEADY ORANGE. You do not need to operate anything on the SoundClip-A. Status Indicator Mode Steady Orange Streaming music...
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Adjusting volume While listening to music, the level of the streamed signal can be adjusted using the volume up/down buttons. Stop sound Volume up Volume down Stopping sound from phone Short press on the multi button will stop sound. Use the controls on the phone to start the sound.
Using SoundClip-A as remote microphone Remote microphone In this mode speech from the person wearing the SoundClip-A will be streamed directly to your hearing aids. Up to 20 m I mp or t an t N o ti c e Ensure that the microphone is pointing to the speaker’s mouth and that it is not covered by...
Selecting microphone mode Select microphone mode Press and hold multi button for approx. 3 seconds to change mode. Mode change is confi rmed by an audible indication in your hearing aids. Status indicator is STEADY MAGENTA. Status Indicator Mode Idle. Hearing aids connected, not Steady yellow connected to a phone Steady Blue...
Starting/stopping sound from remote microphone Stop sound from microphone Press and hold multi button (A) for approx. 3 seconds to stop the signal from the microphone to the hearing aids and switch the hearing aids back to their normal program. The status indicator will change to STEADY YELLOW or STEADY BLUE.
Regulating level from remote microphone Volume up or volume down The streamed signal can be adjusted using the volume up/down buttons. Volume up Volume down Mute hearing aid microphones (only sound from the remote microphone) Press and hold volume down for about 3 seconds to mute the hearing aid microphones.
Starting/stopping sound from remote microphone using your hearing aids P1 –> P2 –> TV –> Microphone A press on the hearing aid button will toggle to the next program in the hearing aids. Once you reach the remote microphone program you will hear the remote microphone program indicator.
Using SoundClip-A as remote control for hearing aids When SoundClip-A is not streaming sound it doubles as a remote control for your hearing aids. Volume up · Short press Volume down · Short press Next program · Press and hold for 3 seconds for next program Mute hearing aid microphones –...
Timeout (out of range) when in microphone mode If the SoundClip-A is out of range of the hearing aids, the hearing aids will return to their initial program after 90 seconds. Clear Bluetooth pairings ®...
Cleaning the SoundClip-A Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the SoundClip-A. Important Notice The SoundClip-A must never be washed or immersed in water or other liquids.
SoundClip-A. Consult your hearing care professional if you experience unexpected operations or serious incidents with your SoundClip-A during use or because of its use. Your hearing care professional will support you with issue handling and, if relevant, reporting to the manufacturer and/or the national authorities.
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The SoundClip-A must never be exposed to extreme heat e.g. left inside a parked car in the sun. The SoundClip-A must not be dried in microwave ovens or other ovens. The chemicals in cosmetics, hairspray, perfume, aftershave lotion, suntan lotion and insect repellent can damage the SoundClip-A.
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SoundClip-A and the interfering device. Use in traffic Using the SoundClip-A can distract you. Be aware of your surroundings while using the SoundClip-A. Please refer to national traffic laws regarding the use of communication devices while in traffic.
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Rechargeable battery Do not attempt to open the SoundClip-A, as this may damage the battery. Never attempt to replace the battery. If battery replacement is needed, please return device to the supplier.
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IEC-62368-1 or equivalent safety standards. Cross control Your SoundClip-A should be kept out of reach of children or anyone who might take control of the functionality, to ensure your personal safety and avoid incorrect use.
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36 months of age. Possible side effects The otherwise non-allergenic materials used in your SoundClip-A may in rare cases cause a skin irritation or other side effects. Please, seek consultation with a physician if these conditions occur.
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Bernafon takes no financial responsibility in terms of reimbursements of mobile phones that do not work as expected.
Model name AC1A GTIN 05714464006786 Conditions of Use FCC/IC FCC ID: 2ACAHAC01 IC: 11936A-AC01 Compatibility Bernafon 2.4 GHz wireless hearing instruments Dimensions 53 x 27 x 18 mm; weight 27g Operating Temperature: +5°C to +40°C conditions (41°F to 104°F) Humidity: 15% to 93%,...
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Headset Profile (HSP) 1.2 Hands-Free Profile (HFP) 1.6 including support for Wideband Speech Wireless range 10 meters with Bluetooth Class 2 ® devices (e.g. mobile phones) up to 20 meters between SoundClip-A and hearing instruments Streaming 2.4 GHz (Bluetooth band) ® frequency...
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Fitting of streaming programs (or later) Using the supplied charger Actual audio performance depending on client’s hearing instruments Free line of sight between the SoundClip-A and other devices. Other devices operating in the 2.4 GHz band may interfere and reduce range.
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The SoundClip-A contains a radio transceiver using Bluetooth, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and a proprietary short range radio technology both working at ISM band 2.4 GHz. The GHz radio transmitters are weak and always below 50mW equal to 17 dBm in total radiated power. The...
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USA and Canada This device contains a radio module with the following certification ID numbers: FCC ID: 2ACAHAC01 IC: 11936A-AC01 The device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
International warranty Your device is covered by an international limited warranty issued by the manufacturer for a period of 12 months from the date of delivery to you. This limited warranty covers manufacturing and material defects in the device itself, but not in accessories such as batteries, cables, power supplies, etc.
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Australian customers should contact: Bernafon Australia at 629 Nudgee Road, Nundah, QLD 4012. Telephone: 1800 809 111 if you have any questions regarding this warranty.
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Name of owner: Hearing care professional: Hearing care professional’s adress: Hearing care professional’s phone: Purchase date: Model: Serial no.:...
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The manufacturer declares that this SoundClip-A (AC1A) is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. This medical device complies with Medical Device Regulation (EU) 2017/745. The Declaration of Conformity is available from the manufacturer.
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Description of symbols used in this booklet or on the packaging label 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 and 2017/746.
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Singapore IMDA label Indicates that the device complies with the standards and specification published by Info-Com- Complies with munications Media Development Authority (IMDA) IMDA Standards and is compatible with the public telecommuni- DA103820 cation networks in Singapore and does not cause radio frequency interference to other authorized radio-communication networks.
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< > 8,15 mm Placeholder for FSC logo < 15 mm >...
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World Headquarters Bernafon AG Morgenstrasse 131 3018 Bern Switzerland www.bernafon.com 0000225266000001...
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