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USER GUIDE USER GUIDE Clip-On Microphone...
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Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of a wireless Clip-On Micro- phone, a high quality streamer of speech and sound. The Clip-On Microphone streams speech directly to your hearing instrument. The line-in functionality of the Clip-On Microphone will provide you with a streamed audio signal (mono) from your audio system, personal computer, TV or similar device directly to your hearing instruments.
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• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the Clip-On Microphone and receiver.
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Changes or modifications can void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Intended use The Clip-On Microphone is intended to enable hearing instrument users to better follow speech or listen to other audio signals. The essential performance of the Clip-On Microphone is to transfer signals from the microphone or other audio devices to a compat- ible wireless hearing instrument.
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- Annex I of Council directive 93/42/EEC for medi- cal devices (MDD) and essential requirements and other relevant provisions of directive 1999/5/EC (R&TTE). The declaration of conformity may be consulted at www.resound.com In US: FCC CFR 47 Part 15, subpart C, section 15.247 In Canada: IC 6941C-SM1 This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. For other identified applicable international regulatory require- ments in countries outside EU and US, please refer to local coun- try requirements. Products are categorized as receiver class 2 according to EN 300 328.
• When charging your wireless Clip-On Microphone for the first time, allow it to charge for at least 3 hours, even if the battery indicator indicates that the battery is fully charged.
Turning your Clip-On Microphone ON and OFF To turn ON your wireless Clip-On Microphone, slide the ON/OFF switch (#4 on page 8) down to the ON position. A white “I” icon will be visible on the switch and the LED indicator will now blink green every 2.5 seconds.
1, 2 or 3 must be selected when starting the pairing pro- cess. Pairing the Clip-On Microphone in Channel 1 1. Make sure the Clip-On Microphone is turned ON. Your hear- ing instruments must be OFF—the battery doors must be open.
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You are now ready to use your wireless Clip-On Microphone! Pairing the Clip-On Microphone in Channel 2 or 3 To pair the Clip-On Microphone in Channel 2, press the pairing button twice. The LED will now blink yellow twice every 2 seconds to in- dicate that it is ready to be paired in Channel 2.
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To pair the Clip-On Microphone in Channel 3, press the pairing button three times. The LED will now blink yellow three times ev- ery 2 seconds to indicate that it is ready to be paired in Channel 3. Close the battery doors on the hearing instruments.
Start streaming Turn on the Clip-On Microphone and make sure your hearing in- struments are turned on as well. Streaming may then be started in one of two ways. 1. Press and hold the push button on both hearing instruments for about three seconds in order to listen to the streamed audio signal.
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Start streaming on a 2nd or 3rd Clip-On Microphone unit If your hearing instrument is paired to more than one streaming device, you can start streaming in two ways. 1. Press and hold the hearing instrument push button for about 3 seconds a 2nd or 3rd time to access the 2nd or 3rd com- patible streaming device.
Clip-On Microphone will be temporarily disrupted. When you have ended your phone call, streaming will resume. Note! The Clip-On Microphone will transmit over a range of approximately 20 feet (or more.) Transmission can be interrupted if the distance between the hearing instru- ment and the Clip-On Microphone is increased beyond the transmission range.
Place the device within a range of 4 to 8 inches from the speaker’s mouth. Light indicator (LED) The Light indicator (#6 on page 9) on your wireless Clip-On Microphone serves as a multipurpose user interface, providing information on the status of your device.
Clip-On Microphone’s line-in feature directly to your hearing instrument. 1. Insert one end of the cable included with your Clip-On Micro- phone into the line-in jack on the Clip-On Microphone. 2. Plug the other end of the cable into the AUDIO OUT on the...
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Note: When using the Clip-On Microphone with a TV, you can use the HEADPHONE output terminal which is usu- ally located on the side or front of the TV. Typically, when using the HEADPHONE output terminal on the TV, only the person wearing the hearing instruments will hear the sound, and the TV speakers will be muted.
Volume control The Clip-On Microphone has been designed to provide a comfortable listening level from the moment it is activated. However, for some devices or listening environments it may be desirable to adjust the listening volume. This can be accom- plished in a variety of ways.
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• Use a Remote Control (optional) to adjust the streaming volume in the hearing instrument. Ask your hearing healthcare profes- sional for more information about this accessory. • In some cases,the volume can be further adjusted at the signal source, for example by turning down the volume on the TV it- self.
• Clean the Clip-On Microphone using a damp cloth. Never use household cleaning products (detergent, soap, etc.) or alcohol to clean the device. • When the Clip-On Microphone is not in use, turn it OFF and store it safely. • Protect the Clip-On Microphone from excessive moisture (bathing, swimming) and heat (radiator, car dashboard).
Although unlikely, nearby electronic devices may be af- fected. In that case, move the Clip-On Microphone away from the affected electronic device. • If your Clip-On Microphone is affected by electromagnetic in- terference, move it away from the source of interference.
Ignition of flammable atmospheres • Do not use the product in environments where there is a dan- ger of ignition of flammable gasses General precautions • Do not use this device in locations where it is forbidden to use electronic devices. •...
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• The Clip-On Microphone may only be repaired by an autho- rized service center. • Do not use the Clip-On Microphone in areas where RF trans- mission is prohibited, e.g., airplanes, etc. • Only connect your Clip-On Microphone to the cables provided...
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BUILT-IN BATTERY CARE: Please observe the following if the product contains a battery • Your product is powered by a rechargeable battery. • The full performance of a new battery is achieved only after two or three complete charge and discharge cycles. •...
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Any attempt to do so is risky and may result in dam- age of the product. • Only recharge the Clip-On Microphone with a power supply unit that has been supplied with the product. • Dispose of batteries according to local regulations. Please recycle when possible.
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CHARGER CARE: Please observe the following if the product is supplied with a charger • Do not attempt to charge your product with anything other than the AC adapter provided. The use of any other types may dam- age or destroy the product and could be dangerous. Use of other chargers may invalidate any approval or warranty.
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• Avoid charging your product in extremely high or low tempera- tures and do not use the charger outdoors or in damp areas. • Do not charge the Clip-On Microphone while it is on your body.
Technical specifications Operating range: up to 20 feet or more Power supply: External wall adapter Wireless 2.4 GHz Operating temperature: 32° to 113° F Storage temperature: -4° to 113° F Temperature test, transport and storage information The product is subject to various tests in temperature and damp heating cycling between -13°...
Warranty The Clip-On Microphone is covered by a limited warranty issued by the manufacturer for a period of 12 months from the day of the original purchase. Please notice that extended warranties may apply in your country. Please contact your local hearing health- care professional for more information.
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What is not covered by this warranty? Problems arising from improper handling or care, excessive use, accidents, repairs made by an unauthorized party, exposure to corrosive conditions or damage due to foreign objects entering the device are NOT covered by the limited warranty and may void it.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE SYMPTOM CAUSE The Clip-On Microphone and The streaming button on the Remote Control is pressed hearing instruments have not been paired but with no effect at all The Remote Control and hear- ing instruments are not within wireless range...
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Assure that the Clip-On Microphone and hearing instruments are within wireless range, then repeat the pairing process Repeat the pairing process and assure that the battery doors on both hearing instruments are closed within 20 seconds after the pairing button has been pressed on the Clip-On Microphone...
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(indicated by an “X” icon on The Clip-On Microphone is not the display) powered on The battery level of the Clip- On Microphone is too low to...
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POSSIBLE REMEDY Assure that Clip-On Microphone and hearing instruments are within wireless range and activate streaming again Power on the Clip-On Microphone and activate streaming again Charge the battery Power on or unmute the external audio device...
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There is no sound from the hearing instruments despite compatible hearing instrument are out of wireless range being in a streaming program The Clip-On Microphone is no longer powered on The battery level of the Clip- On Microphone has become too low to support streaming...
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POSSIBLE REMEDY Assure that Clip-On Microphone and compatible hearing instruments are within wireless range again Power on the Clip-On Microphone and activate streaming again Charge the battery Power on or unmute the external audio device...
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5 minutes The battery in the hearing instrument is so depleted that it no longer supports audio streaming The sound from the Clip-On An audio device has been connected to the line-in jack Microphone is too high or is distorted...
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Replace the battery in the hearing instrument with a new one, and activate streaming again Adjust the volume using the “+” and “-” keys on the Clip-On Microphone, or using the volume control on the external audio device itself, until the best sound level and quality is obtained.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE SYMPTOM CAUSE The Clip-On Microphone is not The sound level from the Clip-On Microphone is very worn correctly by the speaker The sound received by the microphone is very low An audio device has been connected to the Line-in jack...
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Increase the volume using the “+” key on the Clip-On Micro- phone Adjust the volume using the “+” and “-” keys on the Clip-On Microphone, or using the volume control on the external audio device, until the best sound level and quality is obtained.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE SYMPTOM CAUSE The audio volume level of The sound from the Clip-On Microphone is still either too the hearing instruments is not suitable for listening low or too high The sound from the Clip-On The Clip-On Microphone and...
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“+” and “-” keys on the compatible Remote Control Assure that Clip-On Microphone and compatible hearing instruments are within wireless range Assure that no significant obstacles will obstruct the hassle- free streaming from the Clip-On Microphone to the hearing instruments...
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Be aware of information marked with the warning symbols: WARNING points out a situation that could lead to serious injuries, CAUTION indicates a situation that could lead to minor and moderate injuries Advice and tips on how to handle your wireless accessory better.
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Please ask your local hearing healthcare professional concerning disposal of your wireless accessory...