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Starkey Destiny 1600 Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 O p e r at i O n s M a n u a l Behind-the-ear 1 6 0 0...
  • Page 2 Starkey Laboratories, Inc., a global hearing instrument manufacturer, is a worldwide provider of comprehensive digital hearing solutions. Founded in 1967, Starkey operates facilities in more than 25 countries and is a recognized world leader in the design and development of innovative hearing solutions.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    table of Contents identification Features, Controls and Identification .......2 preparation Batteries ..............4 Battery Indicator Tones ..........6 Tamper Resistant Battery Compartment ....7 Insertion and Removal ..........10 Operation On, Off and Volume Levels ........13 Multimemory Settings ..........14 Directional Settings ..........15 Telephone Use ............16 Direct Audio Input ..........18 Self Check ..............20 Reminder ..............21...

  • Page 4: Features, Controls And Identification

    identification Features, Controls and identification Your hearing system controls include: 1. Earhook 2. Directional microphone 3. Multimemory button 4. Battery compartment (on/off control) 5. Direct audio input contact 6. Side indicator is for rigHt ear, Blue leFt is for ear. 7.
  • Page 5 identification serial nuMBer 00-000000...

  • Page 6: Batteries

    preparation Batteries Your hearing system uses a size 13 battery as its power source. This battery size can be identified by the orange color code on the packaging. to insert or replace the battery: 1. Use the nail grip on the battery door. 2.
  • Page 7 preparation...

  • Page 8: Battery Indicator Tones

    preparation Battery indicator tones An indicator will sound when the battery’s voltage is low. You have approximately 20 minutes* to replace the battery. A different tone lasting two seconds 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: Tamper Resistant Battery Compartment

    preparation tamper resistant Battery Compartment to lock the battery door: Use an appropriate tool to slide the recessed switch to the left until it “clicks” and the colored mark is visible. to unlock the battery door: Slide the recessed switch to the right until it “clicks”...
  • Page 10 preparation Helpful Hints • NEVER FORCE THE DOOR SHUT; this could result in serious damage; if the door will not close securely, check that the battery is inserted correctly • Do not open the battery door too far or damage is likely to occur • Because of their size, it’s a good idea to change and replace batteries above a table or desk to reduce the risk of dropping the instrument or battery • Dispose of used batteries immediately in the proper waste or recycling container...
  • Page 11 preparation 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 – batteries have been mistaken for pills Never put batteries in your mouth, as they can easily be swallowed National Button Battery Ingestion Hotline: 202-625-3333...

  • Page 12: Insertion And Removal

    preparation insertion and removal to insert the custom earmold and hearing instrument: 1. Hold the custom earmold with your thumb and forefinger on the outer side near the tubing. 2. Tilt your hand slightly forward and gently insert the canal tip of the custom earmold into your ear canal.
  • Page 13 preparation...
  • Page 14 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 earmold 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.

  • Page 15: Operation

    Operation On, Off and Volume levels to turn On: Insert a battery and completely close the battery door. to turn OFF: Open the battery door until the battery is no longer touching the battery contacts. Some hearing systems have been programmed with a power-on delay, allowing additional time to place the hearing system in your ear before it starts working.

  • Page 16: Multimemory Settings

    Operation Multimemory settings Your hearing care professional can set up to four hearing programs for you. These additional programs are accessed by pressing the Multimemory button inward. When you press the Multimemory button, you may hear an indicator or a tone series indicating the device has changed to the next program.

  • Page 17: Directional Settings

    Operation Directional settings Your hearing system has directional microphones to help improve speech understanding in noisy situations. Your hearing system has been setup with the following directional settings: Program Directional Setting Automatic Manual Automatic Manual Automatic Manual Automatic Manual 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...

  • Page 18: Telephone Use

    Operation telephone use Your hearing system has a telephone feature that enables you to comfortably use the telephone without removing your hearing instrument or custom earmold. My telephone feature is: Automatic Telephone Response (ATR) Automatic Telecoil (Autocoil) Manual Telecoil (Program #__________ ) Push and Hold Function atr or autocoil: Place the telephone handset in a normal...
  • Page 19 Operation Manual telecoil: To use the telephone, push the Multimemory button to access the program containing the Manual Telecoil environment. You will hear an indicator that you are in the telephone program. Place the telephone handset over your ear and slowly move it back to find the best position for listening.

  • Page 20: Direct Audio Input

    Operation aid immunity to the rating for the cell phone emissions. For example, the sum of a hearing aid rating of 2 (M2/T2) and a telephone rating of 3 (M3/T3) would result in a combined rating of 5. Any combined rating that equals at least 5 would provide “normal use”;...
  • Page 21 Operation to use the Dai: 1. Slide the DAI module onto the BTE battery door until it “clicks” into place. 2. Ensure the gain control is pointing to the thickest part of the shading. 3. Connect the desired electronic sound source to the DAI boot.

  • Page 22: Self Check

    Operation self Check Some hearing systems can run a diagnostic test of their performance. This feature is called Self Check. Your hearing care professional will check the box below if this feature is activated. Your Self Check feature is activated. Your 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. Your Reminder feature is activated. Your Reminder indicator is a: Speech Indicator (Make Appointment) Tone Indicator The Reminder will occur automatically.

  • Page 24: Summary Of Settings

    Operation summary of settings environment Directional setting Program 1 Normal Automatic Manual Program 2 Automatic Manual Program 3 Automatic Manual Program 4 Automatic Manual — — Low Battery — — Battery End of Life — — Standby — — Push and Hold —...
  • Page 25 Operation indicator On indicator 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...

  • 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 or soft cloth to clean debris from around the switches, microphone and battery compartment • Never use water, solvents, cleaning fluids or oil to clean your instrument earmold Care 1.
  • Page 27 Hearing system Care – Never use solvents 2. Slide the custom earmold tubing onto the BTE earhook when completely dry. Your hearing care professional can provide further information on additional maintenance procedures for your hearing system if needed. Helpful Hints • Make sure the custom earmold and tubing are completely dry before reconnecting to your hearing instrument earhook • When not wearing your hearing system,...
  • Page 28 Hearing system Care • When not in use, remove the batteries completely; place your hearing system in the storage container and store: – In a dry, safe place – Away from direct sunlight or heat to avoid extreme temperatures – Where you can easily find them – Safely out of reach of pets and children • Do not take apart your hearing instruments or insert the cleaning tools inside them...

  • Page 29: 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 on the next page for possible solutions.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting Guide

    Hearing system Care troubleshooting guide sYMptOM pOssiBle sOlutiOns Causes Low battery Replace battery Blocked earmold Remove Not Loud blockage Enough Hearing change Contact your hearing care professional Low battery Replace battery Inconsistent Performance Blocked earmold Remove blockage and clean Low battery Replace battery Blocked earmold Remove...
  • Page 31 Hearing system Care sYMptOM pOssiBle sOlutiOns Causes Low battery Replace battery Blocked earmold Remove Dead blockage and clean Crimped tubing Contact your hearing care professional...

  • Page 32: 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. Reading lips, facial expressions and gestures can help the learning process and add to what amplification alone may miss.

  • Page 33: For Your Family And Friends

    tips for Better Communication • 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. Request that they: • Get your full attention before beginning to speak • Look at you or sit face-to-face in a quiet room...

  • Page 34: 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 AID DISPENSERS. A hearing aid dispenser should advise a prospective hearing aid user to consult promptly with a licensed physician (preferably an ear specialist) before dispensing a hearing aid if the hearing aid dispenser determines through inquiry, actual observation, or review of any other available information concerning...
  • Page 35 An audiologist is qualified by training and experience to assist in the evaluation and rehabilitation of a child with a hearing loss. starkey World Headquarters P.O. Box 9457 Minneapolis, MN 55440 starkey european Headquarters Wm. F. Austin House, Bramhall Technology Park...
  • Page 36 You don’t wait to change someone’s life.” — Jerry Ruzicka, President Starkey Laboratories, Inc. 0086 83391-000 7/08 © 2007-2008 Starkey Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved BKLT0032-02-EE-ST REV. C...

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