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Audibel START Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 Receiver-In-Canal Operations Manual...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Overview Features, Controls and Identification ......... 2 Preparation Batteries ................4 Battery Indicators ............... 6 Insertion and Removal Instant Fit Earbud ............... 8 Custom Eartip ..............9 Operation On & Off ................10 Multimemory Settings ............11 Directional Settings ............

  • Page 4: Overview

    Overview Features, Controls and Identification Your hearing system controls include: 1. Hearing Instrument 2. Cable 3. Receiver 4. Microphone(s) 5. Multimemory Button 6. Battery Compartment (on/off control) Location of serial number 7. Retention Lock 8. Location of manufacturer’s name and model name 9.
  • Page 5 Overview...

  • Page 6: Preparation

    Preparation Batteries Your hearing system uses a battery as its power source. This battery size can be identified by the brown (312) 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 Indicators

    Preparation Battery Indicators An indicator will sound when the battery’s voltage is low. You have approximately 10 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 Preparation • Because batteries can vary in size and performance, your hearing care professional is your best source for lifespan estimates and verification that you are using the proper size and type 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 –...

  • Page 10: Insertion And Removal

    Insertion and Removal Insertion and Removal of Instant Fit Earbud To insert the Instant Fit Earbud 1. Hold the cable at the bend in front of the receiver with your thumb and forefi nger. Gently insert the receiver into your ear canal. 2.

  • Page 11: Custom Eartip

    Insertion and Removal Insertion and Removal of Custom Eartip To insert the Custom Eartip 1. Hold the cable at the bend in front of the receiver with your thumb and forefi nger. Gently insert the receiver into your ear canal. 2.

  • Page 12: Operation

    Operation 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.

  • Page 13: 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 a speech indicator or a tone series indicating the device has changed to the next program.

  • Page 14: Directional Settings

    Operation Directional Settings Your hearing system has directional microphones to help improve speech understanding in noisy situations. Your hearing system has been set up 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...

  • Page 15: 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. My telephone feature is: Automatic Telephone Response (ATR) Automatic Telecoil (Autocoil) Manual Telecoil (Program #__________ ) ATR or Autocoil: Place the telephone handset in a normal position and then shift slightly back.
  • Page 16 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 17 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...

  • Page 18: 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 18. You may use a cell phone, cordless telephone, or corded telephone to adjust your hearing system. The telephone MUST “beep”...

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting Guide

    Operation Use the following keypad buttons to remotely adjust your hearing aid settings. Volume Memory Memory Volume Press 2 times Mute to wake Troubleshooting Guide SYmPTOm POSSIBlE CAUSES SOlUTIONS Consult telephone Telephone keys not operator’s manual to emitting beep tones enable beep tones T²...

  • Page 20: 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”)

  • Page 21: 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 The Reminder will occur automatically.

  • Page 22: 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 — — Self Check — — Reminder — —...
  • Page 23 Operation Indicator On Indicator Type Speech (“One”) 1 Tone Speech (“Two”) 2 Tones Tone Series Speech (“Three”) 3 Tones Tone Series Speech (“Four”) 4 Tones Tone Series Speech (“Battery”) Tone Series Speech (“Shutdown”) Sustained Tone Speech (“Good”/ ”Make Appointment”) Tone Series Speech (“Make Appointment”) Tone Series...

  • Page 24: 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. • Use a cleaning brush or soft cloth to clean debris from around the switches, microphone, and battery compartment;...
  • Page 25 Hearing System Care Helpful Hints • When not wearing your hearing system, open the battery door to allow any moisture to evaporate • When not in use, remove the batteries completely; place your hearing system in the storage container and store: –...

  • Page 26: 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.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting Guide

    Hearing System Care Troubleshooting Guide SYmPTOm POSSIBlE SOlUTIONS CAUSES Low battery Replace battery Blocked Clean or replace Wax earmold/tubing/ Guard as needed earbud Not Loud Enough Contact your hearing Hearing change care professional Clean both microphone Debris buildup and receiver with brush Low battery Replace battery Inconsistent...

  • 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 • 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 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 31 An audiologist is qualified by training and experience to assist in the evaluation and rehabilitation of a child with a hearing loss. Audibel 6700 Washington Avenue South Eden Prairie, MN 55344...
  • Page 32 Audibel 6700 Washington Avenue South Eden Prairie, MN 55344-3476 800.769.2590 www.audibel.com © 2009 Audibel All Rights Reserved 84400-010 12/09 BKLT0167-00-EE-AB Rev. A...

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