TABLE OF CONTENTS Bernafon RC-P remote control Introduction ....................Features ......................Battery insertion and replacement ......... Operating your hearing instruments with the remote control .................... Operating distance ................. Lock switch ....................Volume control ................... Program cycle button ................
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Mute button ....................Status light ..................... Lanyard ring ....................Protection sleeve ..................Care of your remote control ............Environmental protection ..............Warnings and safety guidelines ..........International warranty ................. Declarations of conformity .............
Introduction Remote control (RC- P) This booklet describes how to get the most from your new Bernafon remote control. Please follow these instructions for care and use.
Battery insertion and replacement The remote control uses a CR2 type battery. To insert a new battery: • Gently slide the battery cover off. (A) • Make sure that the “+” sign on the battery matches with the “+” sign in the battery compartment.
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• Place the battery in the compartment making sure that the battery is properly positioned at both ends. (B) • Replace the battery cover, then slide it closed.
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Please note: • The battery cover should never be forced. If force is required to close the cover, check the alignment and reposition it so that it slides easily into place. • Battery life will vary depending on conditions of use.
Operating your hearing instruments with the remote control Your hearing instruments can be operated by using the buttons on your remote control. If you have hearing instruments fitted to both ears, the remote control will adjust both at the same time.
Operating distance With the remote control, you can operate your hear- ing instruments from a distance of up to 1 meter. A direct line of sight between the remote control and your hearing instruments is not required.
Lock switch Your remote control is equipped with a lock switch to prevent accidental operation. • Position the switch to “unlock” with the green dot visible. Your remote control is ready for use. (A) • Position the switch to “lock” with the green dot hidden.
Volume control The volume of your hearing instruments may be adjusted by using the volume control. Increase volume Decrease volume Press “+” to increase volume (louder) Press “–” to decrease volume (softer)
Program cycle button To cycle through the hearing instrument programs with the remote control, press the “●” button. Each push will advance the hearing instruments to the next program in the cycle. Program cycle button...
Mute button The remote control is equipped with a mute button. By pressing this button, the remote control directs the hearing instruments to a mute mode. Mute Button Press the “✱” button to access the mute function. To unmute the hearing instruments with the remote control press any button.
Status light The status light indicates the remote control operation. It will blink after each button press. Two possibilities will be seen. blinking indicates that the remote control is locked. To unlock, position the lock switch so that the green dot is visible.
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Green indicates that the remote control is unlocked and has sent a command to your hearing instruments. Status light If the light does not blink after a button is pressed, the battery needs to be replaced.
Lanyard ring For your convenience, it is possible to attach the remote control to a lanyard. In order to mount the lanyard, pull out the ring which is found near the battery compartment. Thread the cord through the ring to attach it to your remote control.
Protection sleeve Purpose: You can safeguard the appearance of your remote control from scratches by using the supplied protection sleeve. Use: Insertion – Gently push the remote control into the protection sleeve opening. Removal – Press with your thumb on the material directly opposite to the protection sleeve opening to expose the end of your remote control, then gently pull it out.
Care of your remote control • When changing the battery or cleaning the remote control, hold it over a soft surface to avoid damage if it is accidentally dropped. • Clean the remote control regularly with a dry cloth or tissue. •...
• The remote control should never be exposed to extreme heat, such as on the dashboard or in the glove box of your car. Environmental protection Help to protect the environment by not disposing of your remote control or batteries with your unsorted household waste.
Warnings and safety guidelines • You should familiarize yourself completely with this booklet before using your remote control. • The remote control should not be used in an aircraft. • An empty battery should be removed as soon as possible. •...
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• Never dispose of batteries with household waste. They can cause environmental pollution. • Never try to recharge non-rechargeable batteries. • Keep new and used batteries away from young children or persons of mental incapacity. If swallowed, seek immediate medical advice. •...
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• The remote control uses digital inductive signals to transmit commands to the hearing instruments. Although extremely unlikely, concerns have been raised that this signal could possibly interfere with medical devices such as pacemakers. • As an additional precaution, we advise pacemaker recipients not to carry and use the remote control in a breast pocket or around the neck.
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• Attention! The remote control is not a toy and should under no circumstances be passed on to infants or small children (under 36 months). • For security reasons the lanyard ends should never be tied together. Use the fastener provided.
International warranty The Bernafon remote control is covered by a limited warranty, covering defects in materials and work- manship, for a period of 12 months from the date of delivery. This warranty covers the remote control itself, but not accessories such as batteries.
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This warranty is void if non-authorized personnel have repaired the remote control. Please review the warranty card with your hearing care professional and make sure that your warranty card is completed correctly.
Declarations of conformity Hereby, Bernafon AG, declares that the RC-P remote control is in compliance with the essential require- ments and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC and Directive 93/42/EEC. A copy of the declaration of conformity can be obtained at the...
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This device and its radio communication parts are approved for use in the following countries: All member states of the EU and EFTA and AU, CA, JP, NZ and US. FCC ID: U6XRCP IC: 7031A-RCP N14144...
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. 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.
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NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable pro- tection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be deter- mined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: –...
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– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. This device emits according to following standard: ETSI EN 300 330 – 1 V1.5.1...
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