User Guide ReSound AzureTM ITC (In-the-Canal) and ITE (In-the-Ear) AZ30, AZ30-P, AZ30-D, AZ30-DP AZ40, AZ40-P, AZ40-D, AZ40-DP AZ50, AZ50-P, AZ50-D, AZ50-DP
ReSound AzureTM Contents Your new digital ReSound Azure 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. While some people adjust quickly to wearing hearing instruments in their ears and hearing the new sounds, other people may need more time. TM The intent of this user guide is to provide information on the many aspects of using hearing instruments.
ReSound AzureTM ITC and ITE 1. Programme Selector 2. Battery Compartment & On/Off Switch 3. Sound Outlet 4. 1 st Microphone Sound Inlet 5. 2nd Microphone Sound Inlet 6. Volume Control 7. Air Vent 2 8. Left/Right indicator Right=Red, Left=Blue waxguards (US: Green HF3) 9. Model 10. Manufacturer 11.
Adjusting to a World of New Sounds New Sounds A hearing loss is typically acquired gradually over many years. You may have become accustomed to an everyday life with fewer sounds, which also means hearing less noise than people with normal hearing hear. With your new hearing instruments you will experience many sounds that you may not have heard for years. It will take time to get used to all these sounds again.
How to Use the Hearing Instrument Insertion of the Hearing Instrument On/Off Function Your ReSound AzureTM ITC and ITE is equipped with an on/off switch integrated into the battery compartment. To insert the hearing instrument into your ear: 1. When the battery compartment is fully closed, the instrument is turned on 2. To turn the instrument off, open the battery compartment. Many individuals use their fingernail to pull it open. 3.
Volume Control (optional) Removing the Hearing Instrument Your ReSound Azure hearing instruments have a volume control. When using the instrument, you can increase the volume by turning the volume control forward (towards your face when you are wearing the instrument), and reduce volume by turning it backward. To remove the hearing instrument, hold it around the edges with your thumb and forefinger and pull outward while turning it slightly toward your face.
Programme Selector Stand-by Function You can have up to four different programmes on your hearing instrument. The selection of programmes can be changed by your hearing care professional. In stand-by mode, the hearing instrument will not process sound or deliver an acoustic signal to the ear. When in this mode, a small amount of power will be used. To put the instrument in stand-by mode, hold down the programme selector for 5 seconds.
Telephone Use You can use the telephone with your hearing instruments. Using the telephone while using your hearing instruments may require some practice. By selecting the optional telecoil programme you can improve understanding of speech when using a hearing instrument compatible telephone. Rather than picking up the sound from the telephone, this programme only picks up the telephone’s magnetic signal and converts it to sound.
Low Battery Warning Maintenance Your hearing care professional can activate a Low Battery Warning function in your hearing instruments. When the battery voltage/power decreases to a certain level, the instrument will emit five soft beeping signals. This sequence will continue every five minutes until the instrument automatically switches off. It is recommended that you keep a spare battery on hand. Daily Maintenance It is important to keep your hearing instrument clean and dry every day.
Cleaning and Replacing the Sound Filters General Precautions Cleaning the Microphone Sound Inlet For proper function of the microphone, it is important to clean the sound inlet to remove dust or other sound-disturbing debris. The soft brush, provided with your hearing instrument, can be used for this purpose. Your hearing care professional can instruct you on how to properly use this tool. 1. Do not leave your hearing instrument in the sun, near an open fire or in a hot, parked car 2.
General Warnings Battery Warning Information 1. Consult a physician if you discover a foreign object in your ear canal, if you experience skin irritation or if excessive ear wax accumulates with the use of the hearing instrument 1. Keep batteries away from children and mentally challenged persons 2. Different types of radiation, e.g. from NMR, MRI or CT scanners, may damage the hearing instrument. Therefore, do not wear the hearing instrument during these or other corresponding scanning procedu res.
22 Repairs Technical Data If your ReSound hearing instrument malfunctions it must be repaired by a qualified technician. Do not attempt to open the case of the hearing instrument since this will invalidate the warranty. If your hearing instrument requires service, please contact your hearing care professional for assistance.
Troubleshooting Guide SYMPTOM CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY No sound • • • • Not turned on Dead battery Battery improperly inserted Blocked sound outlet filter • • • • Turn on by closing the battery door Replace battery Insert battery properly Change filter or consult your hearing care professional Not loud enough • • • • Change in hearing Excessive ear wax Blocked sound outlet filter Volume set too low • • • • Consult your hearing care professional Consult your physician Change filter or consult your h
Key Word Index Adjusting to the hearing instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Battery change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Battery compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Cerumen/earwax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Cleaning the instrument . . . . . . . . .
United Kingdom GN ReSound Ltd. 1 Landscape Close Weston Business Park Weston-on-the-Green Oxon OX25 3SX Tel.: 0 1869 343 500 Fax: 0 1869 343 466 www.gnresound.co.uk Australia GN ReSound Pty. Ltd. Unit R1 Regent Park Estate 391 Park Road Regent Park NXW 2143 Tel.: 02 9743 9707 Fax: 02 9743 7472 www.gnresound.com.au New Zealand GN ReSound (NZ) Ltd. 12 Parkway Drive Mairangi Bay Auckland Tel.: (free) 0800 900 126 Fax: (free) 0800 007 695 www.gnresound.co.nz 15958200-GB-07.03 Rev.
