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- Page 1 CENTRA User Guide Custom hearing system...
- Page 2 These instructions as well as support from your hearing instrument specialist will help you understand how your new hearing system works. In this guide, you’ll find instructions on insertion, removal, and use of your CENTRA hearing sys- tem. There are also tips and information on proper handling, cleaning, care, and changing of the batteries.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Page Description of your CENTRA custom hearing system Battery insertion and removal Inserting and removing your custom hearing system Turning your hearing system on and off e2e wireless Using the program button Using the volume control Using the telephone... -
Page 4: Description Of Your Centra Custom Hearing System
Description of your CENTRA custom hearing system Your hearing system is individually manufactured according to the shape of your ears or ear canals. 1. First Microphone 2. Second microphone TwinMic (optional) 3. Battery compartment 4. Program button (optional) 5. Volume control (optional) 6. -
Page 5: Battery Insertion And Removal
Battery insertion and removal Handling the battery Remove the tab on your battery only when you are ready to use it. Three useful tips: • The positive (+) side of the battery is always the smooth side. You can recognize the negative (-) side by the colored ring. - Page 6 Insert a proper sized battery so that the "+” symbol on the battery matches the "+” marked on the battery compartment. Close the battery compartment by gently pressing the bot- tom of the door upward with your finger tip. Do not force the door shut.
- Page 7 Caution: Keep batteries and instruments away from the reach of small children. Batteries can be harmful if swallowed. If swallowed consult a physician or a hospital immediately. Change the batteries when any of the following occur: - volume becomes softer or weak - you hear a battery signal beep - You see empty battery status on the display of your ePocket.
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Page 8: Inserting And Removing Your Custom Hearing System
Inserting and removing your custom hearing system Hold the hearing instrument with your thumb and index finger, carefully push the instrument in the ear canal. Gently work it into its proper position by slightly twisting until it is firmly seated. Lightly press inward for a secure and comfortable fit. - Page 9 To remove the hearing instrument, push lightly on the back of your ear to help loosen it or pull gently on your ear. Then using your index finger, slowly pull the hearing instrument from your ear. The completely-in-the-canal hea- ring instruments can be removed by pulling the small removal cord toward the back of your head.
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Page 10: Turning Your Hearing System On And Off
Turning your hearing system on and off Via the battery compartment Your CENTRA hearing system turns on automatically when a battery is inserted and the compartment door is completely closed. To turn the hearing system off, open the compartment completely. -
Page 11: E2E Wireless
Unique to your CENTRA hearing system is the e2e (ear-to-ear) wireless technology. This wireless functionality … … automatically adjusts both of your hearing instruments simultaneously to different listening situations. … allows use of accessories including the ePocket (bi-directional remote control) function. - Page 12 Wireless remote control - ePocket (accessory) The e2e wireless function of your CENTRA hearing system supports ePocket, the bi-directional remote control from Siemens. With ePocket, you can change the program and volume of your hearing system and read out the system settings. For...
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Page 13: Using The Program Button
Ask your hearing instrument specialist about these functio- nalities and he will program your CENTRA hearing system to your individual needs. Note: For e2e wireless function: If you are wearing two hearing instruments, the program will be changed on both instruments at the same time. - Page 14 Hearing program Description of the hearing situation Using the directional microphone system Your CENTRA IT and CT hearing sys- tem can have a directional micro- phone system, which can be pro- grammed to your individual needs. It can be set to an automatic mode...
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Page 15: Using The Volume Control
CENTRA hearing systems is fully automatic and there is no need to manually adjust the volume. Should you prefer manual volume control, however, CENTRA hearing systems can be programmed for manual adjustment. For manual adjustment, rotate the wheel-shaped volume control with your index finger to select the desired listening volume (clockwise = louder, counter-clockwise = softer). -
Page 16: Using The Telephone
Using the telephone Automatic telephone program With the AutoPhone function, your CENTRA hearing system will auto- matically switch to the telephone program when you hold a hearing- instrument-compatible telephone receiver to your hearing instrument. When you have finished speaking on the phone and you move the telephone receiver away from the hearing instrument, it will automatically return to the previously used hearing program. - Page 17 Note: Magnets can pose risks to electronics and magnetic storage mediums when placed in close proximity. Take care not to set magnets near computers, color monitors, television sets, floppy discs, credit cards, video/audio tapes, and other elec- tronic equip-ment. Keep magnets away from the reach of children.
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Page 18: Maintenance And Care
Maintenance and care Your new Centra hearing system is a highly sensitive system. Proper care and handling will ensure best possible performance. If soreness or skin irritation develops in the ear, discontinue wearing your hearing system, and bring it to your hearing instrument specialist. - Page 19 2. Your hearing system may be equipped with a sieve, recess or guard on the sound outlet to prevent earwax from entering the hearing system. Your hearing care specialist will provide you with the wax protection appropriate for your system and can advise you how to clean or replace it.
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Page 20: Important Notes
Important notes • Never expose your hearing system to extreme temperatures or high humidity. Do not store it in direct sunlight. Do not wear it when taking a shower or when applying hairspray. • As with all electrical, non gas-encapsulated systems, the hearing system must not be operated in explosion- endangered rooms. -
Page 21: Troubleshooting Tips
Troubleshooting tips Your CENTRA hearing system is an extremely reliable device. However, should a problem occur, this can usually be corrected quickly. Use this trouble shouting guide to sort out simple problems. PROBLEM CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION System has no Battery polarity... - Page 22 PROBLEM CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION Clogged with wax Clean your instruments or excessive wax or see your hearing in ears instrument specalist Sound is Volume control too Lower volume distorted or high intermittent Weak battery Replace battery “Buzzing” or Battery compartment Gently close the “whistling”...
- Page 24 With the CE marking Siemens confirms compliance with the European Directive 93/42/EEC concering medical devices. 0123 Within the European Union, the marked equipment is covered by "Directive 2002/96/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 January 2003 on waste electrical and electronical equipment.