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Phonak TVLink S User Manual

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  • Page 1 Basestation User Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Step 1. Setting up the power supply Step 2. Connecting the TVLink S basestation Step 3. Switching on all devices Step 4. Pairing ComPilot and the TVLink S basestation 4. Daily usage of the Phonak TVLink S Step 5. Wearing your ComPilot Step 6.
  • Page 3 5. Troubleshooting 5.1 Testing the audio transmission 5.2 Questions and answers 6. Important information: 6.1 Hazard warnings 6.2 Information on product safety 7. Service and warranty 8. Compliance information 9. Information and explanation of symbols...

  • Page 5: Welcome

    TV and other entertainment or communication devices. Please read this user guide carefully to discover how to benefit from all the features of your TVLink S. Please also carefully read the “Important information” section in chapter 6.

  • Page 6: Getting To Know Your Tvlink S

    2. Getting to know your TVLink S The complete Phonak TVLink S system consists of the following elements: (h) Power supply with mini-USB plug and country adapter ComPilot* (i) Audio cable for RCA/Cinch sockets (j) Audio cable for 3.5 mm jack sockets...
  • Page 7 Device description The Phonak TVLink S connects your hearing aids wirelessly to your TV or other audio devices. The system consists of three main elements: Your hearing aids, the ComPilot and the Phonak TVLink S basestation. hearing Up to 30 meters...
  • Page 8 2. Getting to know your TVLink S Phonak ComPilot streamer and remote control Buttons Main ( Volume +/- ( Home ( Connect ( ON/OFF switch ( Inputs Microphone openings Audio input (3.5 mm jack) FM input (Europlug) Charging input (mini-USB)
  • Page 9 ComPilot. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Phonak is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
  • Page 10 2. Getting to know your TVLink S Phonak TVLink S basestation The TVLink S basestation is connected to your TV (or any other audio source) and wirelessly sends audio signals from your TV to ComPilot within a range of up to 30 meters (100 ft).

  • Page 11: Getting Started

    3. Getting started Step 1. Setting up the power supply 1. Select the adapter that corresponds to your country. 2. Insert the round corner of the adapter to the round corner of the universal power supply until it is completely inserted. 3.

  • Page 12: Step 2. Connecting The Tvlink S Basestation

    3. Getting started Step 2. Connecting the TVLink S basestation To connect the power supply: Place the TVLink S basestation next to your TV. Connect the mini-USB plug (d) of the power supply to the Power input (“Power”) of the TVLink S basestation.
  • Page 13 TVLink S basestation to the TV: Connect the stereo (e) plug to the audio input (“Audio IN”) of the TVLink S basestation. Connect the red and white plugs (i) to the matching red and white output sockets on your TV.
  • Page 14 3. Getting started You can also connect your TVLink S basestation to the headset socket of your TV, using the audio cable: Connect the stereo plug (e) to the audio input of the TVLink S basestation (“Audio IN”). Plug the other end into the headset output socket...
  • Page 15 For further information on volume adjustment please refer to step 7 below. The Phonak TVLink S basestation can also be connected to any other audio source such as an MP3 player, PC or home sound system using the stereo plug cable (j).
  • Page 16 3. Getting started Optionally you may use a SCART adaptor: Plug one end of the audio cable (j) into the TVLink S basestation and the other end into the SCART adaptor. Then plug the SCART adaptor (k) into a free...

  • Page 17: Step 3. Switching On All Devices

    Step 3: Switching on all devices To use the TVLink S, all devices must to be switched on. Switch on your TV or other audio source. Make sure your hearing aids are switched on and properly in place. To turn ON your ComPilot, slide the power switch to the ON position as shown in fig.
  • Page 18 3. Getting started Switch on the TVLink S basestation by a short press of the ON/OFF button (a) as shown in fig. 2. The status light (g) will illuminate green initially and may switch to blue later. TVLink S basestation Fig.

  • Page 19: Step 4. Pairing Compilot And The Tvlink S

    , and may directly proceed to step 5. Before starting to use the TVLink S system, ComPilot and the TVLink S basestation need to be paired. The pairing procedure controls which Bluetooth devices are permitted to communicate with each other.
  • Page 20 3. Getting started 1. Press and hold the ComPilot button simultaneously for 2 seconds until the Audio indicator starts to rapidly blink blue (fig. 3). Your ComPilot will remain in the pairing mode for two minutes or until the pairing is completed. audio audi power...
  • Page 21 2. If the TVLink S basestation status light (g) is not rapidly blinking blue already, press the ON/OFF button (a) for 5 seconds until the Bluetooth indicator (g) is rapidly blinking blue as shown in fig 4. (a) Press 5 sec Fig.

  • Page 22: Daily Usage Of The Phonak Tvlink S

    4. Daily usage of the Phonak TVLink S First switch on both devices as described in step 3. Step 5: Wearing your ComPilot Before any phone, music or TV streaming can take place, the ComPilot must be switched ON and worn correctly as shown below: 1.

  • Page 23: Step 6. Listening To The Tv

    You will hear the sound of the TV directly in your hearing aids. If you cannot hear the sound of your TV through TVLink S please repeat steps 1 to 5 on pages 12 to 23. The TVLink S system supports Bluetooth operation up to a range of 30 m (100 ft).
  • Page 24 4. Daily usage of the Phonak TVLink S If the ComPilot moves out of range of the TVLink S basestation the wireless audio transmission will be terminated. If ComPilot is then moved back into range of the TVLink S basestation, it will automatically resume streaming to your hearing aids.

  • Page 25: Step 7. Adjusting The Volume Of The Tv Signal

    First, set the volume of the TV speakers at the level to suit other viewers. If the TVLink S basestation is connected to your TV with the RCA/Cinch cable (i) or the SCART adaptor (k), adjust the volume via the TVLink S basestation volume control (b) and (c) (fig.
  • Page 26 4. Daily usage of the Phonak TVLink S If your TVLink S basestation is connected to the headphone socket of your TV, you may also use your TV remote control to adjust volume via the TV directly. Please refer to the TV user guide for more details on setting the TV volume.

  • Page 27: Step 8. Pause And Phone Calls During Operation

    Step 8: Pause and phone calls during operation To pause the audio transmission from your TV, press the ComPilot Main ( ) button. During pause: The Bluetooth indicators , (g) will blink blue on both devices. Your hearing aids will switch back to the most recent hearing program.
  • Page 28 If ComPilot is paired with your mobile phone, you can still receive phone calls, even when watching TV via TVLink S. In case of an incoming call, ComPilot auto- matically stops transmitting the audio signal from your TV and sends the signal from your mobile phone to your hearing aids.

  • Page 29: And Compilot

    ComPilot with the mobile phone or other entertainment and communication devices such as radios or personal computers. Step 9: Switching off TVLink S basestation and ComPilot To switch off the devices: To end the transmission of the TV audio signal, switch off the TVLink S basestation by pressing the ON/OFF button (a) as shown in fig.
  • Page 30 2 seconds to indicate the complete shut- down. Fig. 8 If no audio input is available, the TVLink S basestation automatically stops the Bluetooth audio transmission to ComPilot after 5 minutes. Its status light (g) will blink green.

  • Page 31: Step 10. Charging Compilot

    Step 10: Charging ComPilot To charge ComPilot, gently plug it into the charging slot (f) of the TVLink S basestation as shown in fig. 9. power ComPilot TVLink S basestation Fig. 9 ComPilot Power indicator Charging Solid Red Charged and full battery...
  • Page 32 4. Daily usage of the Phonak TVLink S The TVLink S basestation can either be ON or OFF during charging. Its status light (g) does not indicate the charging process. The typical time to fully charge ComPilot is 90 minutes.
  • Page 33 Solid blue Solid blue Streaming Short blinks Blinks pause*) TVLink S Dark Green not connected*) *If ComPilot is also connected to a phone its Audio indicator: Will double-blink during streaming pause Will blink if TVLink S basestation is not connected...

  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    5. Troubleshooting 5.1 Testing the audio transmission The TVLink S basestation is able to generate a test sound to check the system. To start testing: Switch ON and wear ComPilot correctly Switch OFF the TVLink S basestation first, then press...
  • Page 35 Audio input detected on basestation Orange: Searching for ComPilot Blue: Streaming test sound to ComPilot If no ComPilot is found and no audio input is available the TVLink S basestation will stop the test mode and its light indicator will blink green.

  • Page 36: Questions And Answers

    I see a rapidly blinking blue indicator light (g) on the TVLink S basestation. TVLink S basestation is in Go to step 4 on page 19 Bluetooth pairing mode Only one of the blue indicator lights turned solid blue.
  • Page 37 Select a 75% volume level green on the TV set Make sure the audio cable uses an “OUT” port TVLink S is in pause mode Indicated by blue blinking status lights on both devices. A short press of the ComPilot Main (...
  • Page 38 Adjust volume of your satellite receiver or settop Adjust the volume using the ComPilot volume ( buttons After connecting the TVLink S basestation the TV loudspeaker is switched off. You have selected the headset Choose another audio output of the TV set...

  • Page 39: Important Information

    6. Important information Please carefully read the corresponding section in the Phonak ComPilot user guide which is delivered along with each ComPilot. 6.1 Hazard warnings Keep this device out of reach of children under 3 years. Interference with medical devices. These Phonak devices use low-power, digitally coded transmission to communicate to your hearing aids.

  • Page 40: Information On Product Safety

    IECXXXXX standards. Only use accessories approved by Phonak AG. 6.2 Information on product safety When TVLink S is not in use, turn off the TVLink S basestation. Always plug in the ComPilot neckloop and wear it around the neck when transmitting signals to your hearing aids.
  • Page 41 Protect all devices from excessive moisture (bathing or swimming areas) and heat sources (radiator, TV top). Protect devices from excessive shock and vibration. Clean devices using a damp cloth. Never use household cleaning products (washing powder, soap, etc.) or alcohol to clean them. Never use a microwave or other heating devices to dry any of the devices.
  • Page 42 6. Important information X-ray radiation, CT or MRI scans may destroy or adversely affect the correct functioning of the devices. Do not use these devices in areas where electronic equipment is prohibited.

  • Page 43: Service And Warranty

    7. Service and warranty 7.1 Local warranty Please ask the hearing care professional, where you purchased your ComPilot and TVLink S basestation, about the terms of the local warranty. 7.2 International warranty Phonak offers a one year limited international warranty, valid as of the date of purchase.

  • Page 44: Compliance Information

    8. Compliance information Declaration of Conformity Hereby Phonak AG declares that this Phonak product is in compliance with the essential requirements of the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999/5/EC. The full text of the Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from the...
  • Page 45 Notice 3: This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules and ICES-003 of Industry Canada. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 46 RF exposure compliance. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. More details can be found in the data sheet which can be downloaded from www.phonak.com/compilot...

  • Page 47: Information And Explanation Of Symbols

    9. Information and explanation of symbols The CE symbol is confirmation by Phonak AG that this Phonak product XXXX meets the requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC on Radio and Telecommunication Terminal Equipment. The numbers after the CE symbol are the numbers of consulted certified bodies under the above...
  • Page 48 This symbol indicates that it is important for the user to read and take into account the relevant information in this user guide. This symbol indicates that it is important for the user to pay attention to the relevant warning notices in this user guide.
  • Page 49 9. Information and explanation of symbols Transport During transport or storage, the temperature should not exceed the and storage conditions limit values of –20°/60° Celsius and relative humidity of 90% for a long period of time. The air pressure between 500 and 1100 hPa is appropriate.
  • Page 50 The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Phonak is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
  • Page 52 Manufacturer: Phonak AG Laubisrütistrasse 28 CH-8712 Stäfa Switzerland EU Representative: Phonak GmbH Max-Eyth-Strasse 20 D-70736 Fellbach-Oeffingen Germany 0678 www.phonak.com...

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