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PMS 259 C
PMS 278 C
C- 55
C- 39
M- 100
M- 14
Y- 0
Y- 0
K- 15
K- 0
Custom Hearing aids
R- 110
R- 142
G- 38
G- 186
B- 123
B- 229
In-The-ear • In-The-Canal • COMPleTelY-In-Canal
PMS 5763 C
PMS 165 C
C- 16
C- 0
M- 0
M- 59
Y- 74
Y- 96
K- 57
K- 0
R- 110
R- 255
G- 118
G- 99
B- 69
B- 25
PMS 279 C
BLACK
C- 68
C- 0
M- 34
M- 0
Y- 0
Y- 0
K- 0
K- 100
R- 75
R- 30
G- 146
G- 30
B- 219
B- 30
WHITE
C- 0
M- 0
Y- 0
K- 0
R- 255
G- 255
B- 255
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Summary of Contents for Axio AXIO
- Page 1 PMS 280 C PMS 259 C PMS 278 C PMS 5763 C PMS 165 C PMS 279 C BLACK WHITE C- 100 C- 55 C- 39 C- 16 C- 0 C- 68 C- 0 C- 0 M- 72 M- 100 M- 14 M- 0 M- 59...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Overview Features, Controls and Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Preparation Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Battery Indicators . -
Page 3: Features, Controls And Identification
ITE Overview Features, Controls and Identification Your hearing system controls include: 1 . Microphone opening(s) 2 . Battery compartment (on/off control) 3 . Vent (optional) 4 . Sound outlet (receiver) and wax protection system Your hearing system can be identified by: 5 . -
Page 4: Itc Overview
ITC Overview Features, Controls and Identification Your hearing system controls include: 1 . Microphone opening(s) 2 . Battery compartment (on/off control) 3 . Vent (optional) 4 . Sound outlet (receiver) and wax protection system Your hearing system can be identified by: 5 . -
Page 5: Cic Overview
CIC Overview Features, Controls and Identification Your hearing system controls include: 1 . Multimemory button (optional) 2 . Microphone opening 3 . Sound outlet (receiver) and wax protection system 4 . Battery compartment (on/off control) 5 . Removal handle 6 . Vent (optional) Your hearing system can be identified by the color of the instrument case (red is for the right ear and blue is for the left ear) and the serial number:... -
Page 6: Preparation
Preparation Batteries Your hearing system uses a battery as its power source . This battery size can be identified by the orange (13), brown (312), or yellow (10) color code on the packaging . My hearing instrument uses a: 13 battery (ITE) – Orange 312 battery (ITC) –... - Page 7 Preparation...
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Page 8: Battery Indicators
Preparation Battery Indicator Tones An indicator will sound when the battery voltage is low . You have approximately 20 minutes* to replace the battery . A different indicator will sound just before the battery stops working . * Actual time between low battery indicator and shut down will vary depending on environmental noise levels and brand of battery used. -
Page 9: Insertion And Removal
Preparation Insertion and Removal To insert the hearing instrument: 1. Hold the instrument with your thumb and forefinger on the outer edges of the case . 2 . Tilt your hand slightly forward and gently insert the canal tip of the instrument into your ear canal and rotate the instrument backward . Softly press the instrument into place with your fingertip . - Page 10 Preparation Helpful Hints • Minor irritation and inflammation may occur as your ear becomes accustomed to having an object in it; if so, please contact your hearing care professional • If an actual allergic reaction occurs, alternative materials are available; contact your hearing care professional • Severe swelling, discharge from the ear, excessive wax, or other unusual conditions warrant immediate consultation with a physician Warnings Batteries are dangerous if swallowed . To help prevent the accidental ingestion of batteries: Keep out of reach of children and pets Check your medications before taking them –...
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Page 11: Operation
Operation On & Off To turn ON: Insert a battery and completely close the battery door . My volume control is also an on/off switch . Devices with volume control: Rotate forward to turn device on . To turn OFF: Open the battery door until the battery is no longer touching the battery contacts . -
Page 12: Volume Control
Operation Volume Control My hearing instrument has a volume control . Please read the section below . My hearing instrument volume is set automatically . See page 11 . To turn the instrument “on,” use your fingertip to rotate the volume control forward, toward your face . -
Page 13: Multimemory Settings
Operation My hearing system has: Optimal volume control indicator Minimum volume control indicator Maximum volume control indicator Your hearing system has been set to a specific volume level by your hearing care professional . If sounds are generally too loud or too soft, please contact your hearing care professional for advice and adjustment . - Page 14 Operation When you press the Multimemory button, you may hear an indicator or a tone series indicating the device has changed to the next program . Your hearing instrument has been set up with the following environments . Program Tone Speech Environment 1 Tone...
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Page 15: Directional Settings
Operation Directional Settings My hearing system uses directional microphones . Please read the information below . My hearing system uses omnidirectional microphones . See Telephone Use section on page 14 . Directional microphones help improve speech understanding in noisy situations . Your hearing system has been set up with the following directional settings: Program... -
Page 16: Telephone Use
Operation When the directional microphones are activated automatically (automatic), the hearing instrument will continually monitor the environment and gradually adjust to the appropriate mode to optimize speech intelligibility . When the directional microphones are activated by pushing the Multimemory button (manual), the hearing instrument optimizes speech when you select the directional memory . - Page 17 Operation Automatic Telephone Response and Automatic Telecoil These options activate the telephone response automatically when used with a hearing aid compatible telephone . To use, place the telephone receiver on your ear as you normally would and the hearing instrument will select the telephone setting .
- Page 18 Operation Telecoil and Manual Switching Hearing instruments with a manual telecoil allow you to switch the devices to telephone mode when needed . Manually switched telecoils are activated by choosing the telecoil setting using the Multimemory button . General Telephone Use Some hearing instruments work best by holding the phone close to, but not fully covering your ear .
- Page 19 Operation Some hearing aid users have reported a buzzing sound in their hearing aids when they are using cell phones, indicating that the cell phone and hearing aid may not be compatible. According to the ANSI C63.19 standard (ANSI C63.19-2006 American National Standard Methods of Measurement of Compatibility Between Wireless Communications Devices and Hearing Aids), the compatibility of a particular hearing aid and cell phone...
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Page 20: T 2 (Touch-Tone) Function
Operation (touch-tone) Function My hearing instrument has T capability . Please read the section below . My hearing instrument does not have capability . See page 20 . You may use a cell phone, cordless telephone, or corded telephone to adjust your hearing system . The telephone MUST “beep”... -
Page 21: Troubleshooting Guide
Operation Use the following keypad buttons to remotely adjust your hearing aid settings. Volume Memory Memory Volume Press 2 times to Mute wake/sleep Troubleshooting Guide SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS Consult telephone Telephone keys not operator’s manual to emitting beep tones enable beep tones T² not unlocked prior Press ** and listen for... -
Page 22: Self Check
Operation Self Check Some hearing systems can run a diagnostic test of their own performance . This feature is called Self Check . Your hearing care professional will check the box below if this feature is activated . My Self Check feature is activated . My Self Check indicator is a: Speech Indicator (“Good”/ “Make Appointment”) Tone Indicator... -
Page 23: Reminder
Operation Reminder Some hearing systems have been programmed with a Reminder indicating that it is time to schedule an appointment . Your hearing care professional will check the box below if this feature is activated . My Reminder feature is activated . My Reminder indicator is a: Speech Indicator (“Make Appointment”) Tone Indicator... -
Page 24: Summary Of Settings
Operation Summary of Settings Environment Directional Setting Program 1 Normal Automatic Program 2 Automatic Manual Program 3 Automatic Manual Program 4 Automatic Manual Low Battery — — Battery End of Life — — Standby — — Push and Hold — — Self Check —... - Page 25 Operation Indicator Tone On Indicator Tone Type Speech 1 Tone Speech 2 Tones Tone Series Speech 3 Tones Tone Series Speech 4 Tones Tone Series Speech Tone Series Speech Sustained Tone Tone Series Speech Tone Series Speech Tone Series Speech Tone Series Optimal VC Minimum VC...
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Page 26: Hearing System Care
Hearing System Care Instrument Care Do your best to keep your hearing instrument clean at all times. Heat, moisture and foreign substances can result in poor performance . • Clean daily over a soft cloth to prevent damage from a fall to a hard surface • Use a cleaning brush to clean debris from around the microphone, receiver and the battery compartment • Never use water, solvents, cleaning fluids or oil to clean your instrument Your hearing care professional can provide further information on additional maintenance procedures for your hearing system if needed . -
Page 27: Service And Repair
Hearing System Care Service and Repair If, for any reason, your hearing system does not operate properly, do NOT attempt to fix it yourself. Not only are you likely to violate any applicable warranties or insurance, you could easily cause further damage . Should your hearing system fail or perform poorly, check the guide below for possible solutions . -
Page 28: Tips For Better Communication
Tips for Better Communication Your hearing care professional will recommend an appropriate schedule to help you adapt to your new hearing system . It will take practice, time and patience for your brain to adapt to the new sounds that your hearing system provides. Hearing is only part of how we share thoughts, ideas and feelings . -
Page 29: For Your Family And Friends
Tips for Better Communication • Let others know what you need; keep in mind that people cannot “see” your hearing loss • Develop realistic expectations of what your hearing instruments can and cannot do • Better hearing with hearing instruments is a learned skill combining desire, practice and patience For Your Family and Friends Your family and friends are also affected by your hearing loss . -
Page 30: Fda Information
FDA Information Required Information The following additional information is provided in compliance with U .S . Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations: WARNING TO HEARING INSTRUMENT DISPENSERS. A hearing instrument dispenser should advise a prospective hearing instrument user to consult promptly with a licensed physician (preferably an ear specialist) before dispensing a hearing instrument if the hearing instrument dispenser determines through inquiry, actual observation, or review of any other available information concerning the prospective user, that the... - Page 31 . An audiologist is qualified by training and experience to assist in the evaluation and rehabilitation of a child with a hearing loss . Micro-Tech Hearing Instruments 6425 Flying Cloud Drive Eden Prairie, MN 55344...
- Page 32 Micro-Tech hearing Instruments 6425 Flying Cloud Drive eden Prairie, Mn 55344 800.745.4327 www.mthearing.com © 2009 Micro-Tech hearing Instruments all rights reserved 84047-004 5/09 BKlT0097-01-ee-MT rev. B...
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