Made for iPhone ® RIC (Receiver-In-Canal) O P E RAT I O N S M A N UA L
Table of Contents Hearing Instrument Overview RIC 13 Overview 4 Preparation Batteries/Battery Indicators 6 Insertion and Removal 11 Operation Size 13 Battery - Orange Instrument Controls Push Button Controls p.
Made for iPhone RIC 13 Overview Made for iPhone RIC 13 Overview Features, Controls and Identification Your hearing instrument controls include: 1. Hearing Instrument 4 2 2. Cable 3. Receiver 3 4. Microphones 5. Push Button (user control) 6. Battery Compartment (on/off control), location of serial number 12 1 5 7. Retention Lock 8. Location of manufacturer’s name and model name 8 9. Location of left/right side receiver indicator 10. Instant Fit Earbud 11 6 10 11.
Preparation Batteries Preparation RIC 13 Your hearing instrument uses a battery as its power source. This battery size can be identified by the orange (13) color code on the packaging. To insert or replace the battery: 1. Use the nail grip on the battery door. 1 2 3 4 2. Open the battery door gently and remove the old battery. 3. Remove the colored tab from the new battery. 4. Align the battery’s “+” sign (flat side of the battery) with the “+” on the battery door. 5. Close the battery door.
Preparation Battery Indicators An indicator will sound when the battery voltage is low. You have approximately 30 minutes* to replace the battery. An indicator may also sound just before the battery stops working. Preparation Helpful Hints • NEVER FORCE THE BATTERY DOOR SHUT. This could result in serious damage. If the door will not close securely, check that the battery is inserted correctly. • Do not open the battery door too far or damage is likely to occur.
Preparation Preparation WARNINGS Insertion and Removal Batteries are dangerous if swallowed. To help prevent the accidental ingestion of batteries: To insert the earbud or earmold: Keep out of reach of children and pets Check your medications before taking them – batteries have been mistaken for pills Never put batteries in your mouth, as they can easily be swallowed National Button Battery Ingestion Hotline: 202-625-3333 1.
Preparation Preparation Helpful Hints • Minor irritation and/or inflammation may occur as your ear becomes accustomed to having an object in it; if so, please contact your hearing professional. 1 2 • If an actual allergic reaction occurs, alternative earmold materials are available; contact your hearing professional. • Severe swelling, discharge from the ear, excessive wax or other unusual conditions warrant immediate consultation with a physician.
Operation Power On & Off To turn ON: Insert a battery and completely close the battery door. Your instrument has a power‑on delay which may require a few seconds. You may hear a tone indicating that your instrument is powered on. To turn OFF: Operation Your instrument is capable of having one function assigned to a short press (press and release) and one function assigned to a long press (press and hold). The options selected below indicate how your particular user control is configured.
Operation professional for advice and adjustment. If your hearing instrument has been set up with a user adjustable volume control, temporary volume adjustments can be made. Your hearing instrument will always power-on to the same volume setting (Volume Home) determined by your hearing professional. Sprinkler Volume Control If your user control is configured as a sprinkler volume control, each time you activate the user control, the volume of your hearing instrument changes.
Operation Operation Volume Control Indicators Your hearing professional may enable audible indicators, which highlight the current volume position. Volume Level Volume Max Volume Step(s) Volume Home (Power on volume level) Volume Step(s) Volume Min Tone Length of Tone 5 Beeps ..... Click – 3 Beeps ... Click – Single Tone — Memory Change Your hearing professional may create multiple memories within your hearing instrument.
Operation professional, you may hear an indicator prior to the hearing instrument muting. To unmute your hearing instrument, long press and hold the user control until audio is restored. Operation Landline Telephone Use Some hearing instruments can be customized with features to help you effectively communicate on the telephone. Ask your hearing professional about your telephone solution. Multiflex Tinnitus Level Control Your user control can also adjust the level of your Multiflex Tinnitus stimulus.
Operation To use, place the telephone receiver on your ear as you normally would and the hearing instrument will automatically select the telephone memory. It might be necessary to move the telephone receiver slightly to find the best reception. Once the telephone is removed from the ear, the hearing instrument will switch back to the last used memory. NOTE: Consult with your hearing professional if your instrument does not switch to the telephone memory automatically, if it is enabled.
Multiflex Tinnitus Technology Introduction Multiflex Tinnitus Technology can be used as a part of a tinnitus treatment program. Multiflex Tinnitus Technology plays a tinnitus stimulus through the hearing instrument. The tinnitus stimulus is programmed according to your hearing loss, and your hearing professional can adjust the settings of the tinnitus stimulus to meet your needs.
Adjustment Adjusting Your Hearing Instrument Your Made for iPhone hearing instrument and TruLink™ are compatible with iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6, iPhone 5s, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5, iPhone 4s, iPad Air 2, iPad Air, iPad (4th generation), iPad mini 3, iPad mini with Retina display, iPad mini, iPod touch (5th generation) and Apple Watch. Use of Apple Watch requires iPhone 5 or later.
Adjustment Adjustment 5. Tap on the Hearing Aid Name to connect the hearing instrument to the iOS device. 4a. If your name does not appear in the “Devices List” within 5-7 seconds, tap Accessibility in the upper left corner, then tap Hearing Aids. 6. You will see two pairing requests (one for each hearing instrument). Select Pair for each request. These requests may be several seconds apart. 4b. You will see your first name and hearing aid (e.g.
Adjustment You are now ready to use your iOS device to adjust your hearing instrument. You can adjust either with the native iOS controls or with the TruLink app. To access the native iOS hearing instrument controls, triple-click the Home button on your iOS device. From this screen you can adjust the volume, select memory or use your iOS device as a remote microphone. Select Start Live Listen to stream the iOS device microphone input directly into your hearing instrument.
Adjustment iOS allows you to select a preference for how audio (call audio and media audio) is routed from iPhone to your hearing instruments. Hearing Instrument Care Instrument Care Keep your hearing instrument clean. Heat, moisture and foreign substances can result in poor performance. • Use a cleaning brush or soft cloth to clean debris from around the user control, microphone and battery compartment; inspect the receiver, earbud or eartip, and wax guard regularly.
Hearing Instrument Care Hear Clear™ Receiver Wax Guards The hearing instrument integrates disposable Hear Clear earwax protection. The innovative wax guards prevent earwax accumulation in the hearing instrument receiver. Hearing Instrument Care Helpful Hints • When not wearing your hearing instrument, open the battery door to allow any moisture to evaporate. • Do not take apart your hearing instruments or insert the cleaning tools inside them.
Hearing Instrument Care Service and Repair If, for any reason, your hearing instrument does not operate properly, do NOT attempt to fix it yourself. Not only are you likely to violate any applicable warranties or insurance, you could easily cause further damage. Should your hearing instrument fail or perform poorly, check the guide on the next page for possible solutions. If problems continue, contact your hearing professional for advice and assistance.
Tips for Better Communication Tips for Better Communication Your hearing professional will recommend an appropriate schedule to help you adapt to your new hearing instrument. It will take practice, time and patience for your brain to adapt to the new sounds that your hearing instrument provides. Hearing is only part of how we share thoughts, ideas and feelings. Reading lips, facial expressions and gestures can help the learning process and add to what amplification alone may miss.
Tips for Better Communication Safety Information For Your Family and Friends Safety Information Your family and friends are also affected by your hearing loss.
Safety Information device, please contact your physician or the manufacturer of your medical device for information about the risk of disturbance. Your hearing instruments should not be worn during an MRI procedure or in a hyperbaric chamber. Your hearing instruments are classified as a Type B applied part under the IEC 60601-1 medical device standard. Your hearing instruments are not formally certified to operate in explosive atmospheres such as may be found in coal mines or certain chemical factories.
FDA Information Required Information The following additional information is provided in compliance with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations: WARNING TO HEARING AID DISPENSERS.
FDA Information Federal law restricts the sale of hearing aids to those individuals who have obtained a medical evaluation from a licensed physician. Federal law permits a fully informed adult to sign a waiver statement declining the medical evaluation for religious or personal beliefs that preclude consultation with a physician. The exercise of such a waiver is not in your best health interest and its use is strongly discouraged.
FDA Information FDA Information Multiflex Tinnitus Technology generates a broadband white noise signal that varies in frequency and amplitude. These characteristics are adjustable by the hearing professional and are specific to the prescribed therapy designed by the professional for the patient’s needs and comfort.
FDA Information PRESCRIPTION USE ONLY CAUTION: Federal law restricts this instrument to sale by or on the order of a doctor, audiologist or other hearing care practitioner licensed to dispense hearing instruments in your state. The use of any sound generating tinnitus therapy instrument should be only on the advice and in consultation with your audiologist or hearing care practitioner. Your hearing professional will properly diagnose and fit the instrument to your personal needs and requirements.
FDA Inform ation FCC Information TECHNICAL DATA REGULATORY NOTICES Multiflex Tinnitus Technology Maximum Output = 87 dB SPL (typical) when m easured in a 2cc coupler per ANSI S3.22 or IEC 60118-7. RIC 13 FCC ID: EOA-24HALO2R13 IC: 6903A-24HALO2R13 RIC 312 FCC ID: EOA-24HALO2R312 IC: 6903A-24HALO2R312 FCC Notice This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules.
FCC Information Notes Starkey Hearing Technologies 6700 Washington Ave. South Eden Prairie, MN 55344 USA Wm. F. Austin House, Bramhall Technology Park Pepper Road, Hazel Grove, Stockport SK7 5BX United Kingdom Waste from electronic equipment must be handled according to local regulations.
0086 “Made for iPod,” “Made for iPhone,” and “Made for iPad” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, iPhone, or iPad, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod, iPhone, or iPad may affect wireless performance. © 2016 Starkey Hearing Technologies.
