BTE (Behind-The-Ear) O P E RAT I O N S M A N UA L
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Table of Contents Overview Push Button mini BTE 312 Overview ���������������������������� 4 Preparation Batteries/Battery Indicators ������������������������������������������ 6 Insertion and Removal ������������������������������������������������ 10 Operation Power On & Off ���������������������������������������������������������� 14 User Controls �������������������������������������������������������������� 14 Volume Control ���������������������������������������������������������� 15 Volume C
Push Button mini BTE 312 Overview Features, Controls and Identification Your hearing instrument controls include: 1. Earhook 2. Microphones 3. Push Button (user control) 4. Battery compartment (on/off control) 5. Location of left/right side instrument indicator RED is for right ear, BLUE is for left ear Your hearing instrument can be identified by: 6. Location of serial number (inside the battery compartment) 7. Location of manufacturer’s name and model name Comfort Fit Solutions: 8.
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Preparation Batteries Your hearing instrument uses a battery as its power source. This battery size can be identified by the brown (312) color code on the packaging. To insert or replace the battery: 1. Use the nail grip on the battery door. 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.
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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. • Dispose of used batteries immediately in the proper waste or recycling container. • Batteries vary in size and performance. Your hearing professional is your best source for lifespan estimates and verification that you are using the proper size and type.
Preparation WARNINGS Batteries are dangerous if swallowed. To help prevent the accidental ingestion of batteries: 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.
Preparation Insertion and Removal To insert the Custom Earmold and hearing instrument: 1. Hold the Custom Earmold with your thumb and forefinger on the outer side near the tubing. 2. Tilt your hand slightly forward and gently insert the canal tip of the Custom Earmold into your ear canal. 3. Rotate the Custom Earmold backward. 4. Softly press the Custom Earmold into place with your fingertip. 5. Carefully place the BTE behind your ear wrapping the earhook over the top of your ear.
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Preparation Instant Fit Earbud or Custom Eartip To insert the Instant Fit Earbud or Custom Eartip: 1. Insert the Instant Fit Earbud/ Custom Eartip into your ear canal. 2. Gently wrap the BTE over your ear until it rests securely behind your ear. 3. Place the lock in the concha bowl of your ear. 1 To remove the hearing instrument and Instant Fit Earbud or Custom Eartip: • Remove the lock from the concha bowl of your ear. 2 • Remove the hearing instrument from behind your ear.
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. • 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 and may require a few seconds to power on. You may hear a tone indicating that your instrument is fully powered on. To turn OFF: pen the battery door until the battery is no longer O touching the battery contacts. User Controls Your hearing instrument’s user control may have been customized by your hearing professional.
Operation Assigned User Control Settings Volume Control Memory Change Mute Multiflex Tinnitus Level Short Press (Press and Release) Long Press (Press and Hold) Volume Control Power On Volume Level Your hearing instrument has been set to a specific volume level by your hearing professional. If sounds are generally too loud or too soft, please contact your hearing professional for advice and adjustment.
Operation the volume will increase one step. Continue to activate the user control until you reach the desired loudness. NOTE: If 10 minutes or more have passed since the last volume change, the volume will automatically decrease before it increases. Up/Down Volume Control If your user control is configured as a dedicated up/ down volume control, each time you activate the user control, the volume of your hearing instrument always changes in a specific direction (either up or down).
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 Memory Indicators Your hearing professional may enable an audible indicator, which is presented while making a memory change. The indicator defaults to a voice saying “One, Two, Three or Four” to identify which memory your instrument is in. Mute Long Press Mute If your hearing instrument is configured with mute functionality, a long press and hold of the user control will mute your hearing instrument.
Operation CROS/BiCROS Balance Control Your user control on the transmitter can also adjust the balance between your hearing instrument and transmitter. Please refer to the section labeled CROS/BiCROS Technology (on page 22) for further information. Multiflex Tinnitus Level Control Your user control can also adjust the level of your Multiflex Tinnitus stimulus. Please refer to the section labeled Multiflex Tinnitus Technology (on page 23) for further information.
Operation My hearing instruments have the following telephone setting(s): Automatic Telephone Memory and Automatic Telecoil. See below. Manual Telephone Memory and Manual Telecoil. See below. (Memory # ________________ ). None Automatic Telephone Memory and Automatic Telecoil These options activate the telephone memory automatically when used with a hearing instrument compatible telephone.
Operation General Telephone Use Some hearing instruments work best by holding the phone close to, but not fully covering your ear. In some instances, if you encounter whistling (feedback), tilt the receiver at an angle until the whistling stops. Additionally, the hearing instrument in the non-phone ear (ear opposite the phone) may switch to a telephone setting to reduce background sounds. Your hearing professional can provide instructions and techniques for your specific needs.
CROS/BiCROS Technology Introduction A Contralateral Routing Of Signals (CROS) hearing system is a type of hearing instrument that is used to treat unilateral hearing loss. It takes sound from the ear with poorer hearing and transmits it to the ear with better hearing. CROS only picks up sound from the unaidable ear, while BiCROS picks up sound from both ears. This helps the patient to receive sounds from both sides of the head without the head-shadow effect.
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.
Multiflex Tinnitus Technology Up/Down Tinnitus Stimulus Control If your user control is configured as a dedicated up/ down stimulus control, each time you activate the user control, the stimulus level in your hearing instrument always changes in a specific direction (either up or down). For example, a short press and release may increase the stimulus level while a long press and hold may decrease the stimulus level in your hearing instrument.
Accessories Wireless Accessories* There are several wireless accessories that allow you to control and maximize the full potential of your hearing instrument. Available functionality includes: • Ability to adjust your instruments using a remote control. • Ability to transmit television audio directly to your instruments. • Ability to transmit remote microphone audio directly to your instruments. • Ability to transmit your cell phone conversation directly to your instruments.
Hearing Instrument Care Instrument Care Keep your hearing instrument clean at all times. 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. • Never use water, solvents, cleaning fluids or oil to clean your instrument. Your hearing professional can provide further information on additional maintenance procedures for your hearing instrument, if needed.
Hearing Instrument Care Standard Tubing 1. Separate the Custom Earmold from the BTE by gently pulling the tubing away from the earhook. – U se a soft, damp cloth or a cleaning brush to clean debris from the Custom Earmold 1 – W ash the Custom Earmold with warm soapy water – Never use solvents 2. Slide the Custom Earmold tubing onto the BTE earhook when completely dry.
Hearing Instrument Care 3. Brush the debris off prior to removing cleaner. 4. Clean the Earbud/Eartip with a dry cloth or brush. 5. If necessary, the Earbud/Eartip may be washed in warm, soapy water. Remove the Earbud/ Eartip from the tubing prior to washing. Allow the Earbud/Eartip to dry overnight. 6. When completely dry, reassemble the Thin Tubing to the hearing instrument.
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.
Hearing Instrument Care Troubleshooting Guide SYMPTOM Not Loud Enough Inconsistent Performance Unclear, Distorted Performance Dead 30 POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS Low battery Replace battery Blocked earmold/tubing/ earbud Clean or replace wax guard as needed Hearing change Contact your hearing professional Debris buildup Clean both microphone and receiver with brush Low battery Replace battery Blocked earmold/tubing/ earbud Clean or replace wax guard as needed Low battery Replace battery
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 For Your Family and Friends Your family and friends are also affected by your hearing loss.
Safety Information Safety Information INTENDED USE: An air conduction hearing instrument is a wearable sound-amplifying device intended to compensate for impaired hearing. Hearing instruments are available in multiple gain/output levels appropriate to treat hearing losses ranging from mild-to-profound. Your hearing instruments are designed to comply with the most stringent Standards of International Electromagnetic Compatibility.
Safety Information Your hearing instruments should be stored within the temperature and humidity ranges of -40oC (-40oF) to +60oC (140oF) and 10%-95% rH. Your hearing instruments are designed to operate beyond the range of temperatures comfortable to you, from very cold up to 50oC (122oF).
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 The audiologist or hearing aid dispenser will conduct a hearing aid evaluation to assess your ability to hear with and without a hearing aid. The hearing aid evaluation will enable the audiologist or dispenser to select and fit a hearing aid to your individual needs. If you have reservations about your ability to adapt to amplification, you should inquire about the availability of a trial-rental or purchase-option program.
FDA Information For hearing professionals INDICATIONS FOR USE The Multiflex Tinnitus Technology is a tool to generate sounds to be used in a Tinnitus Management Program to relieve patients suffering from tinnitus. The target population is primarily the adult population over 18 years of age. The Multiflex Tinnitus Technology is targeted for healthcare professionals, which are treating patients suffering from tinnitus, as well as conventional hearing disorders.
FDA Information CAUTION: If set to the maximum output level and worn for periods of time exceeding the recommendations below, the patient’s exposure to sound energy has the potential to exceed noise exposure limits. This instrument is intended for use for a maximum of sixteen (16) hours a day when set at the maximum output level. For the patient A tinnitus therapy instrument is an electronic instrument intended to generate noise of sufficient intensity and bandwidth to treat ringing in the ears.
FDA Information conditions or any dizziness, nausea, headaches or heart palpitations, you should immediately discontinue use of the instrument and seek a consultation with a medical, audiology or other hearing professional. As with any instrument, misuse of the tinnitus therapy instrument could present some potentially harmful effects. Care should be taken to prevent the unauthorized use and to keep the instrument out of the reach of children and pets.
FCC Information REGULATORY NOTICES FCC ID: EOA-EXPSTANDARD IC ID: 6903A-EXPSTANDARD FCC NOTICE This instrument complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This instrument may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this instrument must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the instrument.
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