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Widex D-9 User Instructions

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  • Page 1 DREAM ™ USER INSTRUCTIONS THE DREAM™ SERIES D-9 model Behind-the-ear...
  • Page 2 YOUR WIDEX HEARING AID (To be filled out by the hearing care professional)  DREAM440  DREAM330  DREAM220  DREAM110 Programs:  Master  Audibility Extender  Music  Audibility Extender  TV  Audibility Extender  Comfort  Audibility Extender ...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS SYMBOLS........4 THE HEARING AID .

  • Page 4: Symbols

    SYMBOLS The following symbols will be used throughout the manual: WARNING Messages with this heading indicate serious adverse reactions, potential safety hazards and inadequate performance of device. CAUTION Messages with this heading indicate/include information regard- ing any special care to be exercised. Not for general waste.

  • Page 5: The Hearing Aid

    THE HEARING AID The illustration below shows the hearing aid without the ear-set. The choice of ear-set solution depends on your specific needs. Please refer to the separate ear-set user manual. 1. Microphone openings 2. Volume control (optional) 3. Program button 4.
  • Page 6 “Ear-sets for Widex BTE hearing aids”. WARNING This booklet and the manual “Ear-sets for Widex BTE hearing aids” contain important information and instructions. Read these booklets carefully before you start using the hearing aid.
  • Page 7 Intended use The hearing aids are intended as air conduction amplification devices to be used in everyday listening environments. The hearing aids may be provided with the Zen program intended to provide a relaxing sound background (i.e. music/noise source) for adults who desire to listen to such a background in quiet.

  • Page 8: Acoustic Indicators

    Acoustic indicators The hearing aid may be set to produce a signal to indi- cate the use of certain functions. The signal may be a spoken message or tones. The signal can also be deac- tivated. Functions Default Other settings settings Adjusting volume Tone...

  • Page 9: The Battery

    The battery We recommend zinc-air batteries. Use a size 13 battery for the hearing aid. To obtain replacement batteries, please consult your hearing care professional. It is important to take note of the expiry date and the recommendations on the battery pack regarding disposal of used batteries.
  • Page 10 Place the battery in the drawer, so that the plus (+) sign on the battery faces upward. You can use the battery magnet provided to steer the battery into place. If the battery drawer does not close easily, the battery is incorrectly inserted.

  • Page 11: Low Battery Indication

    Low battery indication An acoustic indicator will sound when the battery is nearly exhausted, unless this function has been disa- bled (see page 8). We recommend that you always have a spare battery with you. WARNING Never leave an exhausted battery in the hearing aid. Exhausted batteries may leak, damaging the hearing aid.

  • Page 12: Turning The Hearing Aid On And Off

    Turning the hearing aid on and off The battery drawer of the hearing aid also functions as the on/off switch. Push the switch upwards to turn on the hearing aid. An acoustic indicator will indi- cate that the hearing aid has been switched on unless this function has been disabled.

  • Page 13: Right/Left Identification

    Right/left identification If you wear hearing aids on both ears, the hearing aids can be pro- vided with coloured marks (red mark = right and blue mark = left). The arrow shows the position of the identification mark.

  • Page 14: Positioning The Hearing Aid

    Positioning the hearing aid Insert the earpiece in the ear canal while holding the lower part of the tube. It may help to pull the outer ear backwards and upwards with the opposite hand. Place the hearing aid behind the ear, so that the hear- ing aid and tube rest comfortably on the ear, close to your head.

  • Page 15: Removing The Hearing Aid

    Removing the hearing aid Remove the hearing aid from its position behind the ear. Carefully pull the earpiece out of the ear canal, while holding the lower part of the tube. If the earpiece is provided with an extraction cord, take hold of this and carefully pull the ear-tip out of the ear canal.

  • Page 16: Volume Adjustment

    Volume adjustment The hearing aid volume is adjusted automatically in accordance with your sound environment. Your hearing aid may furthermore be provided with a volume control, shaped like a small lever. Push the lever upward to gradually raise the volume. Push the lever downwards to gradually lower the volume.
  • Page 17 CAUTION If the volume in the hearing aid is generally too loud or too weak, or the reproduced sounds are distorted, or if you would like any further information, consult your hearing care professional. To turn off the sound completely •...

  • Page 18: Lost Partner Alarm

    Lost partner alarm (Note: Only applicable if this feature is available and has been activated by your hearing care professional.) If one of your hearing aids falls off your ear, and/or the battery is exhausted, a tone signal and a spoken mes- sage will sound two times in the other hearing aid.
  • Page 19 Generates different kinds of tones or noise. Compound The Master program in one ear and Zen, programs Reverse focus, T, MT or Phone in the other. Special Zen program with up to three differ- Zen+ ent Zen styles Phone+* For phone use only. Transmits the telephone sound received in one hearing aid to the other hearing aid.
  • Page 20 Zen program Your hearing aid may be provided with a unique optional listening program called Zen. It makes musi- cal tones (and sometimes a rushing noise) in the back- ground. The Zen program may be used alone (with- out amplification) in quiet when you are not required to hear surrounding sounds.
  • Page 21 Benefits The Zen program may provide a relaxing listening background for some people. When the Zen program is used in a tinnitus management program, its wearer may experience some relief from tinnitus. Indications for use The Zen program is intended to provide a relaxing sound background (i.e., music/noise source) for adults who desire to listen to such a background in quiet.

  • Page 22: Switching Between The Listening Programs

    Switching between the listening programs To change programs, press the pro- gram button briefly. Each time you switch to another program, an acous- tic indicator will sound unless this function has been disabled. Program 1: Message or one short beep Program 2: Message or two short beeps Program 3: Message or three short beeps Program 4: Message or one long and one short beep...

  • Page 23: Zen

    Zen+ This program is accessed via a long press (more than 1 second) on the program button on the hearing aid or the RC-DEX. A short press then allows you to cycle through the available Zen styles. You can exit Zen+ by pressing and holding the program button for more than 1 second.

  • Page 24: Using A Telephone

    Using a telephone When using a telephone, we rec- ommend that you hold the tele- phone against your head at an angle above your ear, rather than directly against the ear. If the sound is not optimal, try mov- ing the telephone earpiece to a slightly different position.

  • Page 25: Cleaning

    CLEANING The following cleaning accessories are available for the hearing aid and ear-set*. For cleaning the ear-set, see the user manual “Ear-sets for Widex BTE hearing aids”. 1. Cloth 2. Wax removing tool 3. Cleaning thread Contact your hearing care professional if you need additional supplies of cleaning accessories.

  • Page 26: The Hearing Aid

    The hearing aid Clean the hearing aid with the soft cloth after use. WARNING Never use water or cleaning solutions to clean the hearing aid, as this may cause it to malfunction. When the hearing aid is not in use, keep it in a warm, dry place with the battery drawer open, to ventilate the hearing aid and allow it to dry.

  • Page 27: Accessories

    PHONE-DEX for easy landline use* T-DEX for connecting hearing aids to mobile phones using a telecoil FM+DEX the FM+DEX is a high-quality streaming device designed specifically for Widex hearing aids * Available in some countries only...
  • Page 28 Direct audio input (DAI) The hearing aid can be furnished with an audio shoe. This allows direct connection to different kinds of ac- cessories (FM and CROS/Bi-CROS systems), as well as external audio equipment (radio, TV, etc.). On the form on the next page, your hearing care pro- fessional can make a note of the audio programs you have access to and where they are located.
  • Page 29 Program order M-DAI           WARNING If the hearing aid is connected to equipment which is connected to the electrical mains, this equipment must comply with IEC 60065, IEC 60950-1, IEC 60601-1 or equivalent safety standards. Do not connect the hearing aid to sockets that are labelled with one or more of the following symbols:...
  • Page 30 FM systems The Widex FM system, SCOLA, consists of a wireless microphone and a receiver clicked onto the hearing aid via an FM shoe. The system can be set according to your needs. For more information on the SCOLA FM system, consult the SCOLA™...

  • Page 31: In Case Of Malfunction

    IN CASE OF MALFUNCTION Problem Possible cause Solution The hearing The hearing aid is Make sure the battery aid is com- not turned on drawer is pushed all the pletely silent way upwards The battery does not Insert a new battery in work the hearing aid The hearing...
  • Page 32 Note: This information covers only the hearing aid. See the “Ear-sets for Widex BTE hearing aids” user manual for information specific to your ear-set. If the problems persist, contact your hearing care pro- fessional for assistance.

  • Page 33: Caring For Your Hearing Aid

    CARING FOR YOUR HEARING AID The hearing aid is a valuable object and should be treated with care. Here are some things you can do to prolong the life of your hearing aid: CAUTION • Turn off your hearing aid when it is not in use. Remove the battery if the hearing aid will not be used for several days.

  • Page 34: Warnings

    WARNINGS WARNING Hearing aids and batteries can be dangerous if swal lowed or used improperly. Swallowing or improper use can result in severe injury or even fatalities. In case of ingestion, contact a physician immediately. • Keep hearing aids and their parts, accessories and batter- ies out of reach of children and anyone else who might swal- low such items or otherwise cause injury to themselves.
  • Page 35 WARNING • Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type or recharged. Dispose of used batteries according to the instruc- tions. • Never allow others to wear your hearing aid, as this could cause permanent damage to their hear ing. •...
  • Page 36 • Regular use of a de-humidifier is recommended to help avoid malfunction of the hearing aid. • Do not use Widex hearing aids in mines or other areas with explosive gases. • Do not wear your hearing aid during radiation, X-rays, MRIs, CT or other medical treatments and scans.
  • Page 37 CAUTION • Your hearing aid has been tested for interference according to international standards. Nevertheless, it is possible that unforeseen interference may occur in the hearing aid due to electromagnetic radiation from other products such as alarm systems, room surveillance equipment and mobile phones. •...

  • Page 38: Advice

    ADVICE NOTE • The hearing aid will not restore normal hearing and will not prevent or improve a hearing loss resulting from organic conditions. However, the hearing aid can help you to make the best possible use of your remaining hearing ability. You should also bear in mind that it can take time to get used to a new hearing aid and new sounds.

  • Page 39: Adapting To Your Hearing Aids

    Congratulations for taking the first steps toward re- storing your communication skills with the purchase of state-of-the-art hearing aids from Widex. Because many of the sounds you may now hear have not been fully audible without hearing aids, we urge you to take a few minutes to perform the following sim- ple activities in the order listed.
  • Page 40 • Before going to a restaurant, call ahead and request a seat away from the kitchen or bar area. Remember that in noisy places, even normal hearing people may struggle to hear. For more activities, training materials, and helpful com- munication hints please go to www.widex.com.

  • Page 41: Regulatory Information

    REGULATORY INFORMATION FCC ID: TTY-D9 IC: 5676B-D9 Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 42 This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by Widex could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Industry Canada Statement / Déclaration d’industrie Canada...
  • Page 43 Conformément à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut fonctionner avec une antenne d’un type et d’un gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour l’émetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage radioélectrique à l’intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d’antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée équiva- lente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas l’intensité...
  • Page 44 Hereby, Widex A/S declares that this D-9 is in compli- ance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. A copy of the Declaration of Conformity can be found at: http://www.widex.com...
  • Page 45 Hearing aids, accessories and batter- ies should not be disposed of with nor- mal household waste. Please consult your national Widex distributor for advice on how to dispose of these items.

  • Page 46: Additional Program Forms

    ADDITIONAL PROGRAM FORMS Programs available in your hearing aid: Program 1: Program 2: Program 3: Program 4: Program 5: Special program:...
  • Page 47 Programs available in your hearing aid: Program 1: Program 2: Program 3: Program 4: Program 5: Special program:...
  • Page 48 Manufacturer ¡9 514 0135 041>¤ ¡#01v¤ Printed by HTO / 2012-09 9 514 0221 001 #01...

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