Able Planet PERSONAL SOUND PS1600BTE User Manual

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PERSONAL SOUND™

Over-the-Ear Amplifier

PS1600BTE

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Page 1 PERSONAL SOUND™ Over-the-Ear Amplifier PS1600BTE User Guide...
Page 2 PERSONAL SOUND™ Over-the-Ear Amplifier PS1600BTE Important: This high performance Personal Sound™ Amplifier Product is not a hearing aid nor is it intended for the treatment of hearing loss. If you have concerns about your hearing we encourage you to seek professional assistance.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Your Over-the-Ear Amplifier Turning the Device On / Off Wearing your Personal Sound™ Removing the Sound Tube Cleaning the Sound Tube Changing the Sound Tube Changing the Dome Battery Information 13-14 Volume / Program Control Program Control / Telephone Caring for your Personal Sound™...
Page 4: Your Over-The-Ear Amplifier
Your Personal Sound™ Over-the-Ear Amplifier Page 4...
Page 5 Your Personal Sound™ Over-the-Ear Amplifier 1. Microphone: Sound enters your device through the microphone. 2. Sound Tube: The sound travels to your ear through the thin tube. The tubes have a Left or Right orientation for delivery to the appropriate ear. 3.
Page 6: Turning The Device On / Off
Turning the Device On / Off 1. On: Simply close the battery door. 2. Off: When you are not wearing your Personal Sound™, keep the battery door open to extend battery life. Fully opening the battery door also allows internal moisture to evaporate which keeps device electronics working well.
Page 7: Wearing Your Personal Sound
Wearing your Personal Sound™ Sound Tube Retention Hook • The Personal Sound™ will sit discretely over your ear on the appropriate side. The dome should be inserted comfortably into the ear canal. The thin sound tube should be close to the cheek along the front of the ear.
Page 8: Removing The Sound Tube
Removing the Sound Tube for Cleaning • Hold the Personal Sound™ Amplifier at the base of the device. • Using your other hand grasp the base of the sound tube. Page 8...
Page 9 Removing the Sound Tube for Cleaning • Firmly twist the base of the sound tube until it is perpendicular to the device • Disconnect the sound tube by pulling it firmly away from the device. (Do not pull on the thin tube) Page 9...
Page 10: Cleaning The Sound Tube
Cleaning the Sound Tube Be sure that the tube and dome are kept free of debris and earwax. Even a small amount of vapor and tiny grains of debris may stop the flow of sound. • Remove sound tube (See pages 8-9) •...
Page 11: Changing The Sound Tube
Changing the Sound Tube If the sound tube becomes discolored, stiff or brittle, it should be replaced. • Remove the sound tube (See pages 8-9) • Attach the new sound tube by snapping it firmly onto the brass nozzle on the body of the amplifier.
Page 12: Changing The Dome
Changing the Dome Plastic Ring Dome Changing the Dome The soft dome tip may be changed when it becomes soiled. The frequency of dome changes will vary for different individuals. • Remove the old dome by pulling it off the end of the sound tube.
Page 13: Battery Information
Battery Information Your Personal Sound™ uses a size 10 battery. The lifespan of the battery is approximately 70 hours. Please insert a battery upon receipt of the device. Low battery Indicator A warning of three double beeps every eight minutes indicates that the battery needs to be replaced.
Page 14 Battery Information Replacing the Battery Gently pull open the battery door with your fingernail and remove the used battery. Using the plastic tab of a fresh battery, place the battery into the battery compartment. While holding the battery in place, peel off the plastic tab.
Page 15: Volume / Program Control
Volume / Program Control Your Personal Sound™ allows you to adjust the loudness by briefly depressing the silver Rocker Switch, upward or downward in small steps. longer press on the switch changes the digital amplifier to the next adjacent listening program. These environmental pre-sets change the basic level and tone property.
Page 16: Program Control / Telephone
Program Control / Telephone Pushing the Rocker Switch for about 2 seconds on either the upper or lower multi-control button will cause the program to change. Pushing the upper part of the switch advances the program to the next numerical program; the lower portion reverses the program direction.
Page 17: Caring For Your Personal Sound
Caring for your Personal Sound™ Do your best to keep your Personal Sound™ clean and dry at all times. • Clean your device with a dry cloth. Do not rinse or submerge the device in water. • Do not use water, alcohol, or other liquid agents to clean the device as they may damage it.
Page 18: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Page 18...
Page 19: Notes
Notes Page 19...
Page 20: My Personal Sound
My Personal Sound™ Special Features • Patented LINX DSP®, an acoustical Environment Management™ technology with feedback management • Multi-channel signal processing with 12 gain adjustment bands • Wide range of level adjustment with easy operation Rocker Switch • Nearly invisible •...
Page 21 My Personal Sound™ Included • LINX DSP® V1 • Thin Sound Tube (Left or Right) • Open Dome (preinstalled) • Additional Plus Domes • Cleaning Wire • Batteries (6 pack) • Hard shell protect storage case • Soft carrying pouch •...
Page 22: Important Tips
Important tips What not to do • Never try to recharge the non-rechargeable batteries used in this product. • Keep batteries well away from medications. Batteries may be mistaken for pills. • If a battery is swallowed, seek medical treatment immediately.
Page 23: Safety / Environmental
Safety / Environmental Safety • Batteries can be dangerous if swallowed or used inappropriately. • Familiarize yourself completely with following general warnings before using your amplifiers. • Personal Sound™ amplifiers are not intended for the treatment of hearing loss. • If you suspect you have a medical condition, including sudden hearing loss, drainage of the ears, pain in either of your ears, dizziness, or new...
Page 24 Able Planet Incorporated 10601 W I 70 Frontage Road N Wheat Ridge, CO 80033 Thank you for choosing Able Planet® If you have any questions about your product please contact us directly at 1(877)266-1979 or email info@ableplanet.com ©2012 Able Planet®...