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Page 2: Table Of Contents
table of contents your hearing instrument page 1 identification page 2 batteries page 5 earmold insertion and removal page 9 open insertion and removal page 11 on and off page 13 volume levels page 14 multimemory settings page 15 directional microphones page 16 using the telephone page 17... -
Page 3: Your Hearing Instrument
your hearing instrument Your 13 Behind-The-Ear (BTE) instrument may be connected by the ear- hook to the customized earmold that fits com- fortably in your ear. This mold was crafted directly from the impression BTE WiTh taken by your Hearing Earmold Professional. -
Page 4: Identification
identification Your BTE has two controls that operate the instrument. It is important that you are familiar with the control locations and functions on your instrument. = EarhooK = dirEcTional microphonE soUnd inlET = VolUmE conTrol = mUlTimEmory BUTTon = BaTTEry comparTmEnT and on-off conTrol... - Page 5 identification Your BTE may be configured for an Open fitting. This method of fitting uses one of two different ear configurations, a soft earbud or an exact fit custom shell. BTE opEn fiTTing WiTh EarBUd BTE opEn fiTTing WiTh ExacT fiT cUsTom shEll...
- Page 6 identification Each instrument can be identified by its serial number, located on the inside of the battery compartment. yEar sErial manUfacTUrEr’s namE madE nUmBEr modEl namE 00-000000 dirEcT aUdio inpUT BaTTEry lEfT/righT comparTmEnT indicaTor conTacT Is fOr righT BlUE Is fOr lEfT...
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Page 7: Batteries
batteries Your BTE uses a size 13 battery as its power source. This battery size can be identified by the orange color code on the packaging. Be sure to use the correct size and type cell for your instrument. 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... - Page 8 batteries On some instruments, an indicator tone will sound when the battery’s voltage is low. You replace the battery when you hear the tone. remove the existing battery by pushing it out the fully open side of the door. Place the new battery in the compartment with the plus (+)
- Page 9 batteries Your BTE has a tamper- resistant, locking battery compartment. The lock switch is located on the bottom of the battery door. To lock the door, use an appropriate tool to slide the recessed switch to the left until it “clicks” and the colored mark is visible.
- Page 10 batteries W a r n i n g hEaring insTrUmEnT BaTTEriEs arE dangEroUs if sWalloWEd Upon removal from your hearing instrument, dispose of spent battery cells immediately in the proper waste or recycling receptacle. To help prevent the accidental ingestion of batteries, keep them out of the reach of children.
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Page 11: Earmold Insertion And Removal
earmold insertion and removal Before placing the BTE with an earmold into your ear, be sure the battery is inserted and the battery door is closed securely. To insert the ear- mold, hold it with your thumb and forefinger on the outer side near the tubing. - Page 12 earmold insertion and removal Carefully place the instrument behind your ear with the earhook wrapped over the top of your ear. rotate the volume control to the proper level. To remove, take the instrument from behind your ear and gently pull the earmold outward.
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Page 13: Open Insertion And Removal
open insertion and removal To insert the Open earbud or custom shell, be sure the battery is inserted and the battery door is closed securely. Hold the thicker tubing outside of the earbud or custom shell, where the retention lock meets the tubing. - Page 14 open insertion and removal With your fingertips, move the flexible retention lock into place by first curling and lifting the lock tip into the bowl of your ear. Use your fingertip to push the lock into a secure position in the bowl of your ear.
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Page 15: On And Off
on and off Your BTE is “on” any time a functioning battery is properly placed in the compartment and the battery door is closed. To turn the instrument “off,” partially open the battery compartment door until you feel it “click.” In this position, the battery is not in contact with the inside of the compartment. -
Page 16: Volume Levels
volume levels The volume control enables you to adjust the amount of amplifi- cation provided by the instrument. You may wish to change levels as you encounter different listening situations. To change the sound level, use your fingertip to rotate the vertical volume control. The numbers on the control provide an orientation for the proper volume setting. -
Page 17: Multimemory Settings
multimemory settings Your BTE contains a multimemory control that lets you select among three settings for different listening situations. When turned on, your instrument is most likely programmed for normal listening envi- ronments. The additional settings are accessed by pressing the con- trol once to select memory two and twice to access memory three. -
Page 18: Directional Microphones
directional microphones Your hearing instruments have directional microphones to help improve understanding in noisy situations like restaurants, large crowd events, parties and other environments where high levels of distracting noise is all around you. When the directional mics are activated, sounds that occur directly in front of you will be emphasized, while sounds coming from other directions will be reduced. -
Page 19: Using The Telephone
using the telephone BTEs with a telecoil feature enable you to comfortably use the tele- phone without removing your instrument. The in- duction coil amplifies the signal emitted naturally from the telephone receiver. The telecoil is manually acti- vated by pushing the control to access the memory con- taining the telecoil function. - Page 20 using the telephone Your Hearing Profes- sional can provide you with additional informa- tion regarding devices and techniques for connecting with a variety of cordless and mobile telephones. Your BTE can connect directly to Bluetooth® compatible mobile phones and devices through the ELI™...
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Page 21: Direct Audio Input
direct audio input Your BTE is compatible with Direct Audio Input (DAI). This allows you to connect your instrument to another elec- tronic sound source, such as a wireless fM system or audio and video equipment. To use DAI, slide the DAI module onto the bottom of the BTE, until it “clicks”... -
Page 22: Feedback
feedback Occasionally, you may hear a whistling noise known as feedback. feedback is caused by amplified sounds escaping from the ear, then reflecting off your hand into the in- strument’s microphone. It is more likely to occur during insertion, removal, when adjusting the volume control or when using the telephone. -
Page 23: Learning To Hear Well Again
learning to hear well again Many of life’s important activities involve learning. Although not always easy, learning combines desire, practice and a belief that if you keep trying, success and enjoyment will even- tually occur. This is true of your hearing. When you were young, you learned how to listen. -
Page 24: Realistic Expectations
realistic expectations Hopefully, your hear- ing instruments will be extremely effec- tive – so much so that you will become dependent upon them. However, hearing aids will not restore normal hear- ing and will not prevent or improve a hearing impairment due to organic conditions. so don’t judge their effectiveness too soon. -
Page 25: The Communication Process
the communication process Hearing is only one part of how we exchange thoughts, ideas and feelings. Effective com- munication combines listening, understanding, attention, concentration, interest and visual (nonverbal) cues. You may have relied on these ever-present cues as your hearing loss gradually impaired your understanding of speech. -
Page 26: Handling And Wearing
handling and wearing Your instruments and their controls are smaller than most other regularly handled items. It is expected that changing batter- ies, inserting, removing and adjusting your instruments are new experiences that will take some practice to perform correctly. Minor irritation and inflammation may occur as your ear becomes accustomed to having an object in it. -
Page 27: Adjusting To A Noisy World
adjusting to a noisy world from the moment you get them, it may be tempting to wear and use your hearing instru- ments constantly. How- ever, this can lead to discomfort, fatigue and disappointment – all factors that can prevent successful learning. -
Page 28: Start In Quiet, Familiar Places
start in quiet, familiar places At first, use your instruments only in familiar, quiet surround- ings, where you can identify and locate simple background sounds – running water, doors closing, birds singing – that you may not have heard for awhile. Other sounds, like your own voice, will sound different. -
Page 29: Focusing On Specific Sounds
focusing on specific sounds As you wear your instruments in a wider variety of sound environ- ments, practice selecting specific sounds and voices and focus your attention on them. Enhance your understand- ing by following nonverbal expressions and gestures. As you venture into familiar public places such as places of worship and meetings, sit reasonably close and with-... -
Page 30: Hearing The Television And Radio
hearing the television and radio The use of music, sound effects and its overall pace can make TV view- ing with hearing instru- ments take a little longer to get used to. Depend- ing on the fidelity and sophistication of your TV’s sound system, sit eight to ten feet in front of the screen with the TV volume set to a normal,... -
Page 31: Enjoy, But Don't Overdo It
enjoy, but don’t overdo it In a few weeks, you will probably be able to use your instruments all day without fatigue or tension. Hopefully, you’ll be like many who find themselves “forgetting” that they are even wearing a hearing instrument. Even so, be careful not to over-practice. -
Page 32: How Family And Friends Can Help
how family and friends can help Many people initially treat hearing problems as an individual matter, some- thing that can be dealt with by themselves. But because communication involves more than just one person, so too does the impact of your impairment. -
Page 33: Speak Clearly And Normally
speak clearly and normally There is a tendency for those around you to speak loudly – especially if it is how they previously communicat- ed with you. With your hearing instrument(s) on, a loud voice can actually make under- standing more difficult, if not more irritating. -
Page 34: Minimize Distractions
minimize distractions Many people unconsciously create distrac- tions as they speak. Talking with their mouths full, hands covering mouths, as well as unexpected, sudden head and body movement all make it harder to understand. Make certain you can see their faces, expres- sions and gestures clearly as they speak to you. -
Page 35: Time For Added Consideration
time for added consideration There are times when hearing may be even more difficult. When you are tired or aren’t feeling well, it’s likely that you won’t hear or understand as well, either. This is when the patience and understanding of others are especially appreciated. -
Page 36: Let Others Know What You Need
let others know what you need remember that most people don’t know you, and cannot “see” your hearing problem. There are ways of nonverbally encouraging others to face you when speaking and to talk more slowly. Most won’t mind helping you, but you have to let them know what you need. -
Page 37: Hearing Instrument Care
hearing instrument care Your hearing instruments represent the ultimate in minia- turized sophis- tication – espe- cially when you consider the environment they must function in. Heat, moisture, and foreign sub- stances can accumulate and degrade perfor- mance or interrupt operation entirely. Proper preventive care and maintenance will go a long way toward ensuring trouble-free performance of what is a significant hearing... -
Page 38: Putting It In The Right Place
putting it in the right place When not wearing your hearing instrument, open the battery compartment door to prevent excessive reduction of battery life. An instrument left “on” can produce feedback that might attract cur- ious pets – possibly resulting in hearing instruments chewed beyond repair. -
Page 39: Avoiding Moisture
avoiding moisture Your instruments may be so comfortable that you forget you have them on. so develop the mental habit of check- ing your ears before going swimming, taking a shower, or applying hair spray. Do the same with pockets of clothing before they are washed. -
Page 40: Earmold Cleaning And Care
earmold cleaning and care Your earmold should be cleaned on a regular basis using a soft, damp cloth. Periodically, you may wash it in warm soapy water. Be certain that the instrument is detached and far away from any moisture before cleaning. -
Page 41: Open Cleaning And Care
open cleaning and care To perform a more extensive cleaning of the open earbud or custom shell, first remove the tubing from the BTE instru- ment by using your fingernail to pull the colored nose cone AWAY from the instrument. DO NOT PULL ON THE TUBING. - Page 42 open cleaning and care A wax reamer may be provided to remove wax and debris from inside the tubing. To use the reamer, discon- nect the tubing from the instrument as shown on page 39. Insert the line end into the nose cone. Push the line through the entire tubing...
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Page 43: Service And Repair
service and repair If, for any reason, an instrument fails, do not attempt to fix it yourself. Not only does it likely violate any applicable war- ranties or insurance, you could easily cause extensive damage. should your instrument fail or perform unsatisfactorily, first check the guide on the next page for possible solutions. -
Page 44: Troubleshooting Guide
troubleshooting guide symptom: Dead cause: Depleted battery solution: replace battery symptom: Dead cause: Blocked earmold solution: Clear tube blockage symptom: Dead cause: Defective instrument solution: see your Professional symptom: Not loud enough cause: Low battery solution: replace battery symptom: Not loud enough cause: Blocked earmold solution:... - Page 45 working together Be assured that, together with your Hearing Professional, we are prepared to do all that we can to help achieve the highest possible level of hearing satisfaction. Even when you visit for batteries, be sure to have regular, periodic examinations of both your hearing instruments and your ears.
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Page 46: Fda Information
fDA 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 concern- ing the prospective user, that the prospective user has any of the follow-... - Page 47 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.
- Page 48 ©ALL RIGH TS RESERVED 79135- 000 8/06 BK LT9135-03-EE-ST...
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