(V90/V70/V50/V30) User Guide
This user guide is valid for: Wireless models Phonak Virto V90-10 O Phonak Virto V90-10 Phonak Virto V90-312 Phonak Virto V90-13 Phonak Virto V70-10 O Phonak Virto V70-10 Phonak Virto V70-312 Phonak Virto V70-13 Phonak Virto V50-10 O Phonak Virto V50-10 Phonak Virto V50-312 Phonak Virto V50-13 Phonak Virto V30-10 0 Phonak Virto V30-10 Phonak Virto V30-312 Phonak Virto V30-13 CE mark applied 2015 2015 2015 2015 2015 2015 2015 2015 2015 2015 2015 2015 2015 2015 2015 2015
Non wireless models Phonak Virto V90-nano Phonak Virto V90-10 NW O Phonak Virto V70-nano Phonak Virto V70-10 NW O Phonak Virto V50-nano Phonak Virto V50-10 NW O Phonak Virto V30-10 NW O CE mark applied 2015 2015 2015 2015 2015 2015 2015 3
Your hearing aid details If no box is checked and you do not know the model of your hearing aid, please ask your hearing care professional.
Your hearing aids have been developed by Phonak – the world leader in hearing solutions based in Zurich, Switzerland. These premium products are the result of decades of research and expertise and are designed to keep you connected to the beauty of sound! We thank you for making such a great choice and wish you many years of listening pleasure. Please read the user guide carefully to make sure that you understand and get the best out of your hearing aids.
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1. Quick guide Left & right hearing aid markings Blue marking for left hearing aid. Red marking for right hearing aid. Left Right Changing batteries 1 2 Remove the Open the sticker from the battery door. new battery. 8 3 Place battery in the battery door with the “+” symbol facing upwards.
On/Off On Off Push button Models with this option only: The push button on your hearing aid can have various functions. Volume control Models with this option only: To increase the volume, turn the volume control forwards. To decrease the volume, turn the volume control backwards.
2. Parts of the hearing aid The pictures below show the models described in this user guide. You can identify your personal model by: • Checking “Your hearing aid details” on page 5. • Or comparing your hearing aid with the following shown models. Pay attention to the shape of the hearing aid and if a volume control is present.
Virto V-10 Sound output / wax protection system Push button Removal handle Custom made shell Battery door Volume control (optional) Virto V-312 Sound output / wax protection system Push button Volume control (optional) Custom made shell Battery door Virto V-13 Custom made shell Sound output / wax protection system Volume control (optional) Push button Battery door 11
3. Left & right hearing aid markings There is a red or blue marking to tell you if it is a left or a right hearing aid. The color mark is located on the shell (text printed in red or blue), or shell is colored red or blue. Blue marking for left hearing aid. Red marking for right hearing aid.
4. On/Off The battery door is also the on/off switch. 1 Closed battery door = hearing aid is on 2 Opened battery door = hearing aid is off When you switch on the hearing aid you may hear a start-up melody.
5. Batteries 1 2 Remove the Open the sticker from the battery door. new battery. 3 Place battery in the battery door with the “+” symbol facing upwards. If it is difficult to close the battery door: Check that the battery is inserted correctly and the “+” symbol is facing upwards. If the battery is not inserted correctly, the hearing aid will not work and the battery door can be damaged. Low power: You will hear two beeps when the battery is low.
Replacement battery This hearing aid requires zinc-air batteries. Identify the correct battery size (10, 312 or 13) by: • Checking “Your hearing aid details” on page 5. • Checking the marking on the inner side of the battery door. • Checking the following table.
6. Putting on the hearing aid (all models) 1 Take your hearing aid up to your ear and place the ear canal part into your ear canal.
7. Removing the hearing aid 7.1 Removing the hearing aid with a removal handle 1 Hold the removal handle and carefully pull the hearing aid up and out of the ear.
7.2 Removing the hearing aid without a removal handle 1 Put your thumb behind your lobe and gently press your ear upward to push the hearing aid out of the canal. In order to help it along, make chewing movements with your jaw. 2 Grasp the protruding hearing aid and remove it.
8. Push button Models with this option only: The push button on your hearing aid can have various functions or is not active. This depends on the programming of the hearing aid, which is indicated in your individual “Hearing aid instructions”. Please ask your hearing care professional for this printout.
9. Volume control Models with this option only: To increase the volume, turn the volume control forwards. To decrease the volume, turn the volume control backwards. The volume control can be disabled by the hearing care professional.
10. Adjusting Virto V-nano with Phonak MiniControl The MiniControl contains a magnet that functions like a remote control to change the settings of your Virto V-nano. Your nano in combination with MiniControl can have various functions or can remain inactive. This depends on your individual settings, which are indicated in your individual “Hearing aid instructions”. Please ask your hearing care professional for this print out.
While the hearing aid is on, hold the magnet inside the ear canal without touching the hearing aid. Promtly remove the magnet as soon as your nano is in the desired program or the volume is ideal for you. If you use a medical device like a pacemaker or ICD device (implantable cardioverter defibrillator), please read the specific user guide to clarify possible impact of magnetic fields to your medical device. Do not place the MiniControl (neither open nor closed) in your breast pocket.
11. Care and maintenance Diligent and routine care of your hearing aid contributes to outstanding performance and a long service life. Please use the following specifications as a guideline. For further information regarding product safety, see chapter 17.2. General information Before using hair spray or applying cosmetics, you should remove your hearing aid from your ear, because these products may damage it.
Daily Daily cleaning and the use of a drying system is highly recommended. C&C line from Phonak is a complete set of cleaning products. Your hearing care professional will be glad to advise you. Never use household cleaning products (washing powder, soap, etc.) to clean your hearing aids. If your hearing aid is performing weakly or fails to operate, clean or replace the wax guard system.
Wax protection SmartGuard is a unique wax protection system developed by Phonak. The unique membrane design completely protects your hearing aid from wax and moisture. SmartGuard Cerustop wax guards are also commonly used as an alternative protection system. Please ask your hearing care professional for detailed information on the use of the wax protection system on your hearing aid.
12. Wireless accessories 12.1 Connecting to audio sources and remote control A range of Phonak accessories are available for you to use with your wireless hearing aid. Phonak RemoteMic*** Cell phone Phonak streaming device* Phonak EasyCall with cell phone MP3 Player/ Audio source** Phonak PilotOne remote control Phonak DECT phone Phonak TVLink connected to TV * The Phonak ComPilot with neckloop or ComPilot Air with clip to attach to clothing. They also have basic remote control functionalities.
12.2 Communication in noise and over distance The Roger portfolio provides an outstanding microphone performance to help you better understand in noise and over distance. With Roger you can benefit from: • understanding every word in a noisy situation e.g.
Microphone* Body-worn receiver option Note: Only available for Virto V models with telecoil * Some Roger microphones also support input from audio sources via Bluetooth® or cable. Bluetooth® is a registered trademark owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
13. Service and warranty Local warranty Please ask the hearing care professional, where you purchased your hearing aid, about the terms of the local warranty. International warranty Phonak offers a one year limited international warranty, valid starting from the date of purchase. This limited warranty covers manufacturing and material defects in the hearing aid itself, but not accessories such as batteries, tubes, earmolds and external receivers.
Warranty limitation This warranty does not cover damage from improper handling or care, exposure to chemicals or undue stress. Damage caused by third parties or non-authorized service centers renders the warranty null and void. This warranty does not include any services performed by a hearing care professional in their office.
14. Compliance information Europe: Declaration of Conformity Hereby Phonak AG declares that this Phonak product meets the requirements of the Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC as well as the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999/5/EC. The full text of the Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from the manufacturer or the local Phonak representative whose address can be taken from the list on www.phonak.com (Phonak worldwide locations).
The wireless models listed on page 2 are certified under: Phonak Virto V-10 O, models M / P / SP USA FCC ID: KWC-ITEV10O Canada IC: 2262A-ITEV10O Phonak Virto V-10, models M / P / SP USA FCC ID: KWC-ITEV10 Canada IC: 2262A-ITEV10 Phonak Virto V-13 & V-312, models M / P / SP / UP USA Canada 32 FCC ID: KWC-ITEV13 IC: 2262A-ITEV13
Notice 1: 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. Notice 2: Changes or modifications made to this device not expressly approved by Phonak may void the FCC authorization to operate this device.
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined 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: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the device and receiver.
15. Information and description of symbols With the CE symbol, Phonak AG confirms that this Phonak product – including accessories – meets the requirements of the Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC as well as the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC on radio and telecommunications equipment. The numbers after the CE symbol correspond to the code of certified institutions that were consulted under the above-mentioned directives.
EMC and Radio communications compliance label Australia. This symbol indicates that it is important for the user to read and take into account the relevant information in these user guides. This symbol indicates that it is important for the user to pay attention to the relevant warning notices in these user guides. Important information for handling and product safety.
Temperature during transportation and storage: –20° to +60° Celsius (–4° to +140° Fahrenheit). Humidity during transportation: Up to 90% (non condensing). Humidity during storage: 0% to 70%, if not in use. See instruction in chapter 17.2 regarding drying the hearing aid after use. Atmospheric pressure: 200 hPA to 1500 hPa The symbol with the crossed-out garbage bin is to make you aware that this hearing aid may not be thrown away as normal household waste.
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What to do Change battery (chapter 1 + 5) Clean speaker opening Insert battery correctly (chapter 1 + 5) Switch hearing aid on by completely closing the battery door (chapter 4) Insert hearing aid correctly (chapter 6) Contact your ENT/GP or hearing care professional Decrease volume (chapter 8 + 9) Change battery (chapter 1 + 5) Clean speaker opening Turn volume up if volume control available (chapter 8 + 9) Contact you hearing care professional Change battery within the next 30 minutes (chapter 1 + 5) Wipe
17. Important safety information Please read the information on the following pages before using your hearing aid. A hearing aid will not restore normal hearing and will not prevent or improve a hearing impairment resulting from organic conditions. Infrequent use of a hearing aid does not permit a user to attain full benefit from it. The use of a hearing aid is only part of hearing habilitation and may need to be supplemented by auditory training and instruction in lipreading.
17.1 Hazard warnings The intended use of hearing aids is to amplify and transmit sound to the ears and hereby compensate for impaired hearing. The hearing aids (specially programmed for each hearing loss) must only be used by the intended person. They should not be used by any other person as they could damage hearing. Changes or modifications to the hearing aid that were not explicitly approved by Phonak are not permitted. Such changes may damage your ear or the hearing aid.
If you feel pain in or behind your ear, if it is inflamed or if skin irritation and accelerated accumulations of earwax occur, please check with your hearing care professional or physician. Hearing programs in the directional microphone mode reduce background noises. Please be aware that warning signals or noises coming from behind, e. g. cars, are partially or entirely suppressed. 42 This hearing aid is not for children below 36 months.
The following is only applicable for persons with active implantable medical devices (i.e. pacemakers, defibrillators, etc.): Keep the wireless hearing aid at least 15 cm (6 inches) away from the active implant. If you experience any interference, do not use the wireless hearing aids and contact the manufacturer of the active implant. Please, note that interference can also be caused by power lines, electrostatic discharge, airport metal detectors etc. Keep magnets (i.e.
17.2 Information on product safety Never immerse your hearing aid in water! Protect it from excessive moisture. Always remove your hearing aid before showering, bathing, or swimming, as the hearing aid contains sensitive electronic parts. Protect your hearing aid from heat (never leave near a window or in the car). Never use a microwave or other heating devices to dry your hearing aid. Ask your hearing care professional about suitable drying methods.
Do not drop your hearing aid! Dropping onto a hard surface can damage your hearing aid. Always use new batteries for your hearing aid. In case a battery is leaking, replace it immediately with a new one to avoid any skin irritation. You can return used batteries to your hearing care professional. The batteries used in these hearing aids should not exceed 1.5 Volts. Please do not use silver-zinc or Li-ion (lithium-ion) rechargeable batteries as these may cause severe damage to your hearing aids.
Special medical or dental examination including radiation described below, may adversely affect the correct functioning of your hearing aids. Remove and keep them outside the examination room/area before undergoing: Medical or dental examination with X-ray (also CT scan). Medical examinations with MRI/NMRI scans, generating magnetic fields. Hearing aids don’t need to be removed when passing security gates (airports etc.).
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