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- Page 1 InstructIons for use rItE...
- Page 2 thank you Indications for use Thank you for choosing our product as your means to better hearing. To support your The hearing instrument is intended to amplify and transmit sound to the ear and efforts, we have put great care and attention into making sure that your new hearing thereby compensate for mild to moderate–to–severe-to-profound hearing impairment.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
contents Instrument view RITE with speaker type “60” Instrument view RITE with speaker type “85” Instrument view RITE with speaker type ”100” Instrument view RITE with mold Warnings Activating the hearing instrument for the first time Replacing the battery Turning your instrument ON and OFF Important notIcE Left/Right ear marking Please familiarize yourself with the entire contents of this booklet before using your... -
Page 4: Instrument View Rite With Speaker Type "60" 7A
Instrument view rItE with speaker type “60” Telecoil (optional) Autophone (optional) DAI direct audio input (optional accessory) Your ear piece FM (optional accessory) Microphone openings Caring for your hearing instrument Micro Mold Cleaning the instrument Maintenance with mold LiteTip (mold) Maintenance with dome Push-button Avoiding heat and chemicals... -
Page 5: Instrument View Rite With Speaker Type "85" 7B
Instrument view rItE with speaker type “85” Your ear piece Microphone openings Micro Mold LiteTip (mold) Push-button Domes: Type Size Speaker Open 6 mm Power 8 mm Bass, single vent 10 mm Important notIcE Bass, double vent 12 mm Wax protection Open the battery compartment fully to allow air to circulate whenever you are not using your hearing instrument, particularly overnight. -
Page 6: Instrument View Rite With Speaker Type "100" 7C
Instrument view rItE with speaker type ”100” power Your ear piece Microphone openings Domes: Type Size Power 6 mm Push-button Bass, single vent 8 mm Speaker Bass, double vent 10 mm 12 mm Important notIcE Sound outlet Open the battery compartment fully to allow air to circulate whenever you are not Wax protection using your hearing instrument, particularly overnight. -
Page 7: Instrument View Rite With Mold 7D
Instrument view rItE with mold (power) Microphone openings Custom Push-button mold Sound outlet + wax protection system Important notIcE Ventilation openings Battery door Open the battery compartment fully to allow air to circulate whenever you are not using your hearing instrument, particularly overnight. Battery size: 312... -
Page 8: Warnings
Warnings You should familiarize yourself fully with the following general warnings and the entire contents of this booklet before using your hearing instrument. Usage of hearing instruments • Hearing instruments should be used only as directed and adjusted by your Hearing Care Professional. - Page 9 Warnings Warnings • Batteries have occasionally been mistaken for pills. Therefore check your medicine Dysfunction in hearing instruments carefully before swallowing any pills. • Hearing instruments may stop functioning, for instance if the batteries have expired • Never put your hearing instrument or batteries in your mouth for any reason, as they or if the speaker is blocked by moisture or ear wax.
- Page 10 Warnings Warnings • The included case for instrument storage may have a built-in magnet. If so, and you X-ray, CT, MR, PET scanning and electrotherapy have an implantable device, such as pacemakers or defibrillators, the instrument case • Remove your hearing instrument, for example, during X-ray, CT / MR / PET scanning, should not be carried in a chest pocket or near to the chest.
- Page 11 Warnings Warnings Interference Warning to hearing instrument dispensers • Your hearing instrument has been thoroughly tested for interference, according to A hearing instrument dispenser should advise a prospective hearing instrument user the most stringent international standards. However, interference with your hearing to consult immediately with a licensed physician (preferably an ear specialist) before instrument and other devices may occur, for example, for some cell phones, citizens dispensing a hearing instrument if the hearing instrument dispenser determines...
- Page 12 Warnings Warnings Special care should be exercised in selecting and fitting a hearing instrument whose • The audiologist or hearing instrument dispenser will conduct a hearing instrument maximum sound pressure capability exceeds 132 dB SPL as there may be risk of evaluation to assess your ability to hear with and without a hearing instrument.
- Page 13 Warnings Children with hearing loss In addition to seeing a physician for medical evaluation, a child with a hearing loss should be directed to an audiologist for evaluation and rehabilitation, since hearing loss may cause problems in language development and educational and social growth of a child.
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Page 14: Activating The Hearing Instrument For The First Time
activating the hearing instrument for the first time replacing the battery A hearing instrument is a miniature electronic device that runs on special batteries. Your hearing instrument battery size is 312. To activate the hearing instrument, you must insert a fresh battery in the battery compartment. -
Page 15: Turning Your Instrument On And Off
turning your instrument on and oFF To replace the battery, follow these instructions: • Open the battery door completely by pushing the raised edge at the bottom of the Turn ON your hearing instrument by closing the battery door completely with the battery in place. -
Page 16: Left/Right Ear Marking
Left/right ear marking putting on your instrument Hearing instruments are fitted to the uniqueness of each ear, which means if you Place the speaker, with the ear piece attached, into your ear have two instruments then your left hearing instrument is programmed differently first (1) and then place the instrument behind your ear (2). -
Page 17: Push-Button
push-button The push-button on your hearing instrument can be programmed to one of three functionalities. Your hearing instrument has an ergonomically designed push-button for volume Left Right adjustment and switching between different programs. Only program shift: Press briefly to change program. The push-button can be pressed and activated on either the upper part (UP) or the lower part (DOWN). -
Page 18: Programs (Optional)
programs (optional) Press the upper part to go forwards in the program cycle, e.g., from P1-P2. Press the lower part to go backwards in the program cycle, e.g., from P3-P2. An overview and description of the hearing programs available in your hearing Your hearing instrument can have up to 4 different programs. -
Page 19: Volume Control (Optional)
Volume control (optional) mute (optional) A volume control may be activated. The volume control allows you to adjust the volume Use the mute function if you need to silence the instrument while you have the in specific listening situations to the level you feel comfortable with. instrument on. -
Page 20: Tamper-Resistant Battery Door (Optional)
tamper-resistant battery door (optional) telecoil (optional) A special battery door may be installed with your hearing instrument which The telecoil is a receiver for audio signals transmitted from an inductive loop protects against unintended operation of the battery door and battery. installation. -
Page 21: Autophone (Optional)
autophone (optional) The hearing instrument may have an autophone functionality. When the hearing instrument is close to a telephone receiver, the autophone will activate a phone program. When the phone program is activiated you will hear a number of beeps. When you end your telephone conversation, the hearing instrument will automatically return to the previous program. -
Page 22: Dai Direct Audio Input (Optional Accessory)
DaI direct audio input (optional accessory) If you would like to turn off the hearing instrument microphone input and listen to the DAI alone, you can advance to the next program by using the program switch button. The DAI adaptor is a connector that allows you to input audio signals directly to your hearing instrument. -
Page 23: Fm (Optional Accessory)
Fm (optional accessory) If you would like to turn off the hearing instrument microphone input and listen to the FM input alone, you can advance to the next FM program by using the program switch Your hearing instrument supports the option of attaching an FM system. This consists button. -
Page 24: Caring For Your Hearing Instrument
caring for your hearing instrument Your ear canal produces ear wax (cerumen) which may clog up the sound outlet or the ventilation opening of your ear mold. To prevent wax accumulation from causing a change in performance, the guidelines in this section should be followed: When handling a hearing instrument, keep it over a soft surface to avoid damage if you drop it. -
Page 25: Cleaning The Instrument
cleaning the instrument Cleaning the microphone openings A range of dedicated cleaning tools is prepared for the special purpose of cleaning the Make sure that the microphone openings are not clogged by dust or dirt. Carefully brush instrument. These should be used to ensure the best care and performance of your away visible signs of debris from the openings. -
Page 26: Maintenance With Mold
maintenance with mold Replace the wax protection system The mold should be cleaned regularly. The wax filter should be replaced: The vent in the mold is cleaned by pressing the brush through the hole while twisting it • When you can see that the filter placed in the mold is clogged. slightly. -
Page 27: Maintenance With Dome
maintenance with dome Replacing the dome The speaker should be cleaned regularly. Use the cloth and rub off any ear wax. The dome is easy to replace. The dome should not be cleaned. When you require a fresh, clean dome, remove the Use a finger nail and hold the bottom of the dome. -
Page 28: Avoiding Heat And Chemicals
avoiding heat and chemicals Your hearing instrument must never be exposed to extreme heat, e.g., left inside a parked car in the sun. It must not be dried in microwave ovens or other ovens. The chemicals in cosmetics, hairspray, perfume, after shave lotion, suntan lotion and insect repellant can damage your hearing instrument. -
Page 29: Water Resistance
Water resistance Your new Oticon hearing instrument is water resistant Although your hearing instrument has achieved an IP57* classification, it is referred to as being water resistant, not waterproof. Should your hearing instrument get in contact with water and stop working, please follow these guidelines: • Gently wipe off any water on the outside of the instrument... -
Page 30: Eight Easy Steps To Better Hearing
If you find it difficult to listen to TV or radio, ask your Hearing Care Professional for more Hearing Care Professional. information regarding the Oticon ConnectLine system and other available accessories. If using the hearing instrument makes you tired, take them off for a little while and have a rest. - Page 31 If you find it difficult to use the telephone, ask your Hearing Care Professional for more information regarding the Oticon ConnectLine system and other available accessories. If your hearing instrument has a telecoil (and your telephone has a built in tele loop) you...
- Page 32 If you find it difficult to obtain a good result while using your cell phone, ask your Hearing Care Professional for more information regarding the Oticon ConnectLine system and other available accessories.
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Page 33: Common Problems And Their Solutions
common problems and their solutions Symptom Possible causes Solutions No sound Worn-out battery Replace the battery pg. 21 & 22 Clogged sound outlet Clean mold pg. 44 Consider replacing wax protection or dome pg. 45 & 47 Intermittent or Clogged sound outlet Clean mold or replace wax protection or dome pg. -
Page 34: Wireless Accessories
Wireless accessories Your hearing instrument supports the option of attaching an FM system. The FM ConnectLine system allows you to receive speech or audio signals without background noise directly As an enhancement to your wireless hearing instrument a range of devices can be to your hearing instrument. -
Page 35: International Warranty
International warranty Warranty certificate Your hearing instrument is covered by a limited warranty issued by the manufacturer for a period of 12 months from the date of delivery. This limited warranty covers Name of Owner: manufacturing and material defects in the hearing instrument itself, but not accessories such as batteries, tubing, ear wax filters, etc. -
Page 36: Cell Phone
cell phone The immunity of this hearing instrument depends on the type of speaker; see the following table: Some hearing instrument users have reported a buzzing sound in their hearing instrument when they are using cell phones, indicating that the cell phone and hearing instrument may not be compatible. -
Page 37: Technical Information
technical information The hearing instrument contains a module with: The hearing instrument contains a radio transmitter using short range magnetic fCC ID: u28fu2BTerIT induction technology working at 3.84 MHz. The magnetic field strength of the IC: 1350B-fu2BTerIT transmitter is < -42 dBμA/m @ 10m. The device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS-210 of Industry Canada. - Page 38 Hereby, Oticon A/S declare that this hearing instrument is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Declaration of comformity is available at: Oticon A/S Kongebakken 9 DK-2765 Smørum Denmark www.oticon.com 0543 0682 Waste from electronic...
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Page 39: Settings Overview For Your Hearing Instrument
settings overview for your hearing instrument Hearing instrument Hearing program description Program Left Right Volume control Program shift Mute Volume control indicators Beeps at min /max volume Clicks when changing volume Beeps at preferred volume Battery indicators Low battery warning... - Page 41 people First People first is our promise to empower people to communicate freely, interact naturally and participate actively 0000135802000001...