USER GUIDE Behind-The-Ear Hearing Instruments
Hearing instrument type designations for models included in this user guide are: M60, FCC ID: X26M60, IC: 6941C-M60; M70-80, FCC ID: X26M70-80, IC: 6941C-M7080; M70-80e, FCC ID: X26M70-80e, IC: 6941C-M7080e; LO85, FCC ID: X26LO85, IC: 6941C-LO85; LO90, FCC ID: X26LO90, IC: 6941C-LO90. Please see page 8 for a list of models referring to these types. statement: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and IC rules.
intended use Generic air-conduction hearing instruments are wearable sound-amplifying devices intended to compensate for impaired hearing. The fundamental operating principle of hearing instruments is to receive, amplify, and transfer sound to the ear drum of a hearing impaired person. List of countries: Products without wireless functionality are intended for worldwide sales. Products with wireless functionality are intended for sale in countries within the European Economic Area as well as Switzerland.
• Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. • L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, meme si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement. • Japanese Radio Law and Japanese Telecommunications Business Law Compliance.
introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your new hearing instruments. ReSound’s innovative sound technology and design, combined with the customized programming selected by your hearing care professional, will make hearing a more enjoyable experience. Hearing instruments will enable you to hear sounds that you may not have heard in years because of your hearing loss. Practice and a positive attitude are important in learning to use hearing instruments.
Contents Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 List of countries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Description of the hearing instruments . . . . . . . . 8 Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Prescription use of this TSG hearing instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Important notice for prospective sound generator users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 TSG warning to hearing healthcare professionals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Battery warning information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Hearing instrument expectations . . . . . . . . . . .
mini behind-the-ear (BTe) hearing instruments of type m60 with FCC ID X26M60, IC number 6941C-M60 and size 312 battery are available in the following variants: aL967-diW, aL767-diW, aL567-diW, aL467-diW, aLT967-diW, aLT767-diW, VO967-dW, VO767-dW, VO567-dW, VOT967-dW, VOT767-dW, uP967-dW, uP767-dW Behind-the-ear (BTe) hearing instruments of type m70-80 with FCC ID X26M70-80, IC number 6941C-M7080 and size 13 battery are available in the following variants: aL977/87-dViW, aL777/87-dViW, aL577/87-dViW, aL47
5 1 4 Programme button Battery compartment & On/Off switch 8/9 Sound outlet Front microphone inlet 6 Back microphone inlet 3 Volume control (optional) Direct audio input Left/Rightindicator (Left=Blue/Right=Red) Battery lock (optional) 2 Model Manufacturer 12 10 Serial number LED indicator (optional) 7 Battery lock release (optional) Earhook 11 Earmold and tubing 8/9 Thin Tube Domes/earmold Traditional fitting a. Open dome (earmold and tube) b. Tulip-Dome c. Custom earmold 16 19. Sports lock (optional) 1.
getting started On On/Off function 1. When the battery door is closed, the hearing instrument turns on, and the default program will be activated. 2. To turn off the hearing instrument, open the battery door. Many individuals can use their fingernail to pull it open. Off i Tip: The DAI boot or integrated FM must be removed before battery door will open (only 70-80 type devices). smartstart Hearing instruments can be turned on once you have placed them on your ears.
i Tip: 1. Always use new Zinc-Air batteries that have a minimum remaining shelf life of 1 year. 2. Whenever the hearing instruments are not in use, remember to turn them off to avoid unnecessary battery consumption. 3. Remove the sticker from the battery and let it air for 2 minute before you insert it. 4. If hearing instrument is experiencing frequent loss of connection to ReSound Unite accessories, contact your hearing care professional for a list of low impedance batteries.
Inserting/Removing hearing instruments Insertion (custom earmoulds) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Hold the earmould between your thumb and index finger and position its sound outlet in your ear canal. Slide the earmould all the way into your ear with a gentle, twisting movement. Turn the top part of the earmould gently backwards and forwards so that it tucks behind the fold of skin above your ear canal. Move the earmould up and down and gently press to ensure it is positioned correctly in the ear.
Removal (custom earmolds) 1. Hold a portion of your earmould towards the back of the ear. 2. Pull the earmould outward and simultaneously rotate the earmould forward. 3. Consult your hearing care professional if you have difficulties removing the hearing instrument. Insertion (domes/custom earmoulds with thin tubes) 1. Hold the thin tube where it bends, and gently place the dome into the ear canal. Push the dome far enough into the ear canal so that the thin tube lies flush with the head. 2.
Sports lock The Sports lock will be applied or adjusted by your hearing care professional. Operation of the hearing instrument Volume control (optional) The volume control will allow the volume of hearing instruments to be increased or decreased. 1. To increase the volume, push the volume control up. 2. To decrease the volume, push the volume control down. When volume is increased or decreased, a beep signal will be heard for each incremental change.
Programme button Depending on your experience level with hearing instruments, individual hearing needs, and the type of listening environments you experience, your hearing care professional may activate additional programmes. If additional programmes have been activated, the following list explains how they work. Programme Description of when to use 1 2 3 4 1. You can switch between programmes by pushing the push button once. 2. You will then hear one or more beeps.
If you have two hearing instruments with the synchronization function enabled, program changes to one instrument will automatically repeat in the second instrument. When a program change is made in one instrument, you will hear the same amount of confirmation beeps in the second instrument. LED Indicator (optional) Some paediatric hearing instruments are equipped with a visual indicator which blinks to show the instrument status.
If status indications are enabled, the LED indicator will blink every 5 seconds to show in which programme the hearing instrument is operating. The blink pattern associated with each programme is illustrated in the table on the next page. Low Battery is indicated by a rapid series of blinks followed by a short pause then the series is repeated again until the battery is full discharged. Your hearing care professional can demonstrate the various blinks during the hearing instrument fitting.
For Alera wireless hearing instruments follow the following steps to enter and leave flight mode: It is possible to disable wireless operation by opening and closing the battery compartment of the hearing instrument while at the same time pressing the push button. When disabled manually, wireless operation may be re-enabled by opening and closing the battery compartment normally, (i.e. without at the same time pressing the push button).
Telephone use Finding the optimal position for holding a telephone may require practice for some individuals, and one or more of the following suggestions may be helpful. 1. Hold the telephone as you would normally. 2. Hold the telephone towards the top of the ear (closer to where the microphones are). 3. If whistling occurs, it may take a few seconds of holding the telephone in the same position before the hearing instrument eliminates the feedback. 4.
If you find it difficult to obtain a good result while using your cellular phone, your hearing care professional will be able to give you advice on available accessories to enhance listening capabilities. PhoneNow The PhoneNow function, allows your hearing instrument to automatically switch to your telephone programme when a telephone receiver is raised to the ear. When the telephone receiver is removed from the ear, the hearing instrument automatically returns to the previous listening programme.
If you have two hearing instruments with the synchronization function enabled, the volume of hearing instrument on the non-phone ear will be turned down. i Only use recommended cleaning agent to clean the telephone prior to placing the magnet on the phone in order to obtain best possible adherence. i PhoneNow precautions 1. Keep magnets out of reach of pets, children and people with mental disabilities. If a magnet is swallowed, please seek advice from a medical practitioner. 2.
Telecoil (optional) A telecoil can be activated by your hearing care professional and accessed through one of the additional programmes. A telecoil picks up a telephone’s magnetic signal and converts it to sound. An optional telephone programme may help to improve speech understanding on the telephone. When using a telecoil programme, the receiver of the telephone may need to be held closer to the hearing instrument.
Connecting/disconnecting direct audio boot or integrated Fm Connecting audio boot and integrated FM 1. Align the tip of the audio boot or integrated FM boot with the groove just above the battery compartment and below the model number. 2. Once in place, move the boot in the direction of the battery compartment. 3. Gently click the boot onto the hearing instrument. Direct audio Integrated FM 1 2 3 4 Disconnecting audio boot and integrated FM 4.
i Important points for FM • Do not use two transmitters on the same FM channel. • Do not use water or fluids for cleaning FM boot. • Do not use an FM transmitter in locations where it is forbidden to use electronic devices, for instance in airplanes. • Be aware that FM signals might also be picked up and overheard by other receivers. • Before using the system in another country, contact your hearing care professional to make sure your radio channel is permitted in that country.
1 To replace the battery: 1. Place the instrument in the off position. The instrument is still locked. 2. Align the tip of the battery door release tool (Black), with the hole at the back of the instrument just below the volume control. 3. Press the tip into the hole perpendicular to the back of the instrument. i Important guidelines: • Use only the provided battery-release tool. • Hold the device on its sides keeping the battery door free to open.
Standard battery door lock Your hearing care professional can install a Left/Right side indicator which can be used to lock the battery door. Once locked, the instrument can only be turned off once the instrument is unlocked again. To lock the battery door: 1. Close the battery door 2. Using the battery door locking tool (Light Blue), slide the color marker (Blue=Left, Red=Right) to the right. To unlock the battery door: 3. Slide the color maker to the left.
i Care and maintenance Your hearing instrument is protected by a layer of protective, hydrophobic nanocoat material. Please follow the following instructions to prolong the durability of your hearing instruments: 1. Keep your hearing instrument clean and dry. Wipe the case with a soft cloth or tissue after use to remove grease or moisture. Do not use water or solvents, as these can damage the hearing instrument(s). 2.
i Daily maintenance It is important to keep your hearing instrument clean and dry. On a daily basis, clean the hearing instruments using a soft cloth or tissue. In order to avoid damage due to humidity or excessive perspiration, the use of a drying kit is recommended. i Cleaning earmoulds 1. Remove the earmould and attached tubing from the hearing instruments prior to cleaning. 2. Clean the earmould using a mild soap, and rinse with lukewarm water. 3.
Note: Thin tube and dome systems should be changed every three months or sooner, should the components become stiff or brittle. i Cleaning metal hook Some hearing instruments are equipped with a metal power hook. Regular cleaning is required to keep these hooks in new condition. 1. Remove the earmould and tubing from the metal power hook. Clean these as above. 2. Using a soft cloth or tissue wipe off any moisture, perspiration, or debris from the surface of the hook.
ReSound Tulip domes Tulip domes are mounted in a similar manner to standard domes, but a few extra steps are required. Tulip domes consist of two “petals”. It is important to note that the largest petal is the outermost petal. To ensure this: 1. Push the largest petal away from the thin tube using a finger. This bends the petal forward. 2. Then push the largest petal back, and it will be placed on top of the smaller petal.
i General precautions 1. Do not leave hearing instruments in the sun, near an open fire, or in a hot, parked car. 2. Do not wear hearing instruments while showering, swimming, in heavy rain, or in a moist atmosphere such as a steam bath or sauna. 3. Should the hearing instrument become moist, remove the battery and place the hearing instrument in a closed container with a drying agent. Your hearing care professional can provide options for drying containers or kits. 4.
3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. contain less energy and will not damage hearing instruments. However, they have the potential to momentarily affect the sound quality or temporarily create strange sounds from hearing instruments. Do not wear hearing instruments in mines, oil fields, or other explosive areas unless those areas are certified for hearing instrument use. Do not allow others to use your hearing instruments. This may cause damage to the hearing instruments or to the hearing of the other individual.
Tinnitus Sound Generator (TSG) module Intended use for the TSG module Your ReSound hearing instruments may also include the Tinnitus Sound Generator function, a tool for generating sounds to be used in tinnitus management programmes to relieve suffering from tinnitus. i TSG warnings • Sound generators can be dangerous if improperly used. • Sound generators should be used only as advised by your doctor, audiologist, or hearing healthcare professional.
If your tinnitus troubles you only in quiet environments, your doctor, audiologist or hearing healthcare professional can set the TSG Module so that it becomes audible exclusively in such surroundings. The overall sound level can be adjusted via an optional volume control. Your doctor, audiologist or hearing healthcare professional will review with you the need for having such a control. TSG volume control The sound generator is set to a specific loudness level by the hearing healthcare professional.
The scientific concepts that form the basis for the device The TSG module provides sound enrichment with the aim of surrounding the tinnitus sound with a neutral sound which is easily ignored. Sound enrichment is an important component of most approaches to tinnitus management, such as Tinnitus Retraining Therapy (TRT). To assist habituation to tinnitus, this needs to be audible.
Prescription use of this TSG hearing instrument The TSG module should be used as prescribed by your doctor, audiologist or hearing healthcare professional. In order to avoid permanent hearing damages, the maximum daily usage depends on the level of the generated sound.
The sound generator instrument is a tool to generate sounds to be used with appropriate counselling and/ or in a tinnitus management program to relieve patients suffering from tinnitus.
i Battery warning information Batteries, although very small, contain dangerous substances, and should be disposed of carefully. This is for the safety of you and the environment. Please note: 1. Do not attempt to recharge batteries (Zinc Air) which are not specifically designated as rechargeable because they may leak or explode. 2. DO NOT attempt to dispose of batteries by burning them. Used batteries are harmful to the environment.
i Hearing instrument expectations A hearing instrument will not restore normal hearing and will not prevent or improve a hearing impairment resulting from organic conditions. Consistent use of the hearing instrument is recommended. In most cases, infrequent use does not permit you to attain full benefit from it. The use of a hearing instrument is only part of hearing rehabilitation and may need to be supplemented by auditory training and instructions in lip-reading.
i Warning to hearing aid dispensers (US Only) 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 the prospective user, that the prospective user has any of the following conditions: (i) Visible congenital or traumatic deformity of the ear.
Following the medical evaluation, the physician will give you a written statement that states that your hearing loss has been medically evaluated and that you may be considered a candidate for a hearing aid. The physician will refer you to an audiologist or a hearing aid dispenser, as appropriate, for a hearing aid evaluation. The audiologist or hearing aid dispenser will conduct a hearing aid evaluation to assess your ability to hear with and without a hearing aid.
Troubleshooting Guide Symptom cause No sound Not turned on Dead battery Battery door will not close Blocked earmould or tube Blocked wax filter Not loud enough Incorrect earmould placement Blocked earmould or dome Blocked sound outlet filter Change in hearing sensitivity Excessive ear wax Volume set too low 42
POSSIBLE REMEDY Turn on by closing the battery door Replace battery Insert battery properly Clean earmould or tube Replace wax filter or consult your hearing care professional Reinsert earmould Clean earmould, replace dome, replace filter Change filter or consult your hearing care professional Consult your hearing care professional Consult your physician Increase the volume control if available or consult your hearing care professional 43
Troubleshooting Guide Symptom cause Excessive whistling / feedback Incorrect earmould placement Incorrect dome placement Excessive ear wax Feedback control may need adjustment Earmould tubing worn or damaged Thin tube connection loose Hearing instrument settings not optimal Sound distorted / not clear Weak battery Improper earmould or dome fit Hearing instrument damaged Hearing instrument settings not optimal Wireless does not work 44 Possible Root Cause - Device is in flight mode If there are any
POSSIBLE REMEDY Re-insert earmould carefully Re-insert dome Consult your hearing care professional Consult your hearing care professional Consult your hearing care professional Change thin tube or consult your hearing care professional Consult your hearing care professional Replace battery Consult your hearing care professional Consult your hearing care professional Consult your hearing care professional For Alera devices with push button: Open and close the battery compartment.
Technical data MINI BTE Reference test gain (60 dB SPL input) HFA 36 41 dB Full-on gain (50 dB SPL Input) Max HFA 51 44 54 48 dB dB Maximum output (90 dB SPL input) Max HFA 119 113 123 117 dB SPL dB SPL 500 Hz 800 Hz 1600 Hz 0.5 0.1 0.4 2.0 1.4 0.3 % % % Telecoil sensitivity (SPLIV @ 31.6 mA/m) 96 99 dB SPL Equivalent input noise (w/o noise reduction) 23 23 dB SPL 100– 6940 100– 6870 Hz 1.2 1.
BTE 140 HFA 39 45 dB Full-on gain (50 dB SPL Input) Max HFA 51 45 59 50 dB dB Maximum output (90 dB SPL input) Max HFA 123 117 127 122 dB SPL dB SPL 500 Hz 800 Hz 1600 Hz 0.2 0.3 0.6 0.7 1.4 0.8 % % % Telecoil sensitivity (SPLIV @ 31.6 mA/m) 100 106 dB SPL 60 Equivalent input noise (w/o noise reduction) 27 25 dB SPL 50 100– 6740 100– 6850 Hz 1.2 1.2 mA Current drain (in test mode) Data in accordance with ANSI S3.22-2009; and IEC 60118-7 ed.2.0 Supply Voltage 1.
POWER BTE HFA 49 dB Full-on gain (50 dB SPL Input) Max HFA 67 61 dB dB Maximum output (90 dB SPL input) Max HFA 130 127 dB SPL dB SPL 500 Hz 800 Hz 1600 Hz 2.0 0.6 0.6 % % % Telecoil sensitivity (SPLIV @ 31.6 mA/m) 111 dB SPL Equivalent input noise (w/o noise reduction) 22 dB SPL Total harmonic distortion Frequency range (DIN 45605) Current drain (in test mode) 100– 6400 Hz 1.2 mA Data in accordance with ANSI S3.22-2009; and IEC 60118-7 ed.2.0 Supply Voltage 1.
MINI BTE MAXIMUM OUTPUT (OSPL 90) Closed HFA 36 40 dB Full-on gain (50 dB SPL Input) Max HFA 51 46 55 49 dB dB Maximum output (90 dB SPL input) Max HFA 117 112 122 117 dB SPL dB SPL 500 Hz 800 Hz 1600 Hz 0.8 0.2 0.5 1.8 1.5 0.5 % % % Telecoil sensitivity (SPLIV @ 31.6 mA/m) 95 98 dB SPL Equivalent input noise (w/o noise reduction) 22 22 dB SPL 100– 7040 100– 7110 Hz 1.1 1.
BTE MAXIMUM OUTPUT (OSPL 90) Models: VO977-DW, VO777-DW, VO577-DW, VOT977-DW, VOT777-DW UP977-DLW, UP977-DW, UP777-DLW, UP777-DW 41 47 dB Full-on gain (50 dB SPL Input) Max HFA 51 46 59 52 dB dB Maximum output (90 dB SPL input) Max HFA 122 118 128 123 dB SPL dB SPL 500 Hz 800 Hz 1600 Hz 0.1 0.2 0.5 0.4 0.4 0.5 % % % 100 107 dB SPL dB SPL Total harmonic distortion Telecoil sensitivity (SPLIV @ 31.
POWER BTE 150 Models: VO988-DW, VO788-DW, VO588-DW, VOT988-DW, VOT788-DW UP988-DLW, UP988-DW, UP788-DLW, UP788-DW High Power 130 120 Reference test gain (60 dB SPL input) HFA 51 50 dB 110 Max HFA 67 62 72 68 dB dB 100 Full-on gain (50 dB SPL Input) Maximum output (90 dB SPL input) Max HFA 131 128 131 128 dB SPL dB SPL 500 Hz 800 Hz 1600 Hz 1.0 0.4 0.5 0.7 0.4 0.3 % % % Telecoil sensitivity (SPLIV @ 31.
Warranty and repairs ReSound provides a warranty on hearing instruments in the event of defects in workmanship or materials, as described in applicable warranty documentation. In its service policy, ReSound pledges to secure functionality at least equivalent to the original hearing instrument. As a signatory to the United Nations Global Compact initiative, ReSound is committed to doing this in line with environment-friendly best practices.
Be aware of information marked with the warning symbol i WARNING points out a situation that could lead to serious injuries, CAUTION indicates a situation that could lead to minor and moderate injuries. i Advice and tips on how to handle your hearing instrument better. Equipment includes RF transmitter. Product is a Type B applied part.
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