E V I T A T N E T USER INSTRUCTIONS THE DREAM™ SERIES D-PA model RIC Receiver-in-canal
YOUR WIDEX HEARING AID This is the model and the listening programs that have been selected for you: D4-PA D3-PA D2-PA D1-PA Listening programs: Master AE* Music AE* TV AE* Comfort AE* Reverse focus AE* Phone AE* Zen AE* Master + Zen AE* Master + Reverse focus AE* Master + Phone AE* Zen+ AE* Date * Audibility Extender Your hearing care professional 2
Model comparison D4-PA D3-PA D2-PA D1-PA Acoustic indicators: Message • • • Tones • • • Simultaneous volume control • • • Simultaneous program shift • • • Listening programs • 5 / Zen+ 4 / Zen+ 3 / Zen+ 2 / Zen+ 3
CONTENTS SYMBOLS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 THE HEARING AID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Acoustic indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 The battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Inserting the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Low battery indication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SYMBOLS The following symbols will be used throughout the manual: WARNING Messages with this heading indicate serious adverse reactions, potential safety hazards and inadequate performance of device. CAUTION Messages with this heading indicate/include information regarding any special care to be exercised. Not for general waste.
THE HEARING AID The illustration below shows the hearing aid without the ear-set. The choice of ear-set solution depends on your specific needs. Please refer to the separate ear-set user manual. 1. Microphone openings 2. On/off function 3. Nail grip 4.
NOTE In addition to these user instructions, a separate user manual is provided describing the various ear-set solutions available for your hearing aid: “Ear-sets for Widex BTE hearing aids”. WARNING This booklet and the manual “Ear-sets for Widex BTE hearing aids” contain important information and instructions. Read these booklets carefully before you start using the hearing aid. NOTE Your hearing aid, ear-set and accessories may not look exactly as illustrated in this booklet.
They are to be programmed by licensed hearing care professionals (audiologists, hearing aid specialists, otolaryngologists) who are trained in hearing (re) habilitation. Description of device Your hearing aid is used with an ear-set which consists of an earwire and an ear-tip, in which the receiver is placed. The hearing aid uses a proprietary wireless technology, WidexLink, to enable communication between the left and the right hearing aids, as well as between the hearing aids and the DEX accessories.
Acoustic indicators The hearing aid may be set to produce a signal to indicate the use of certain functions. The signal may be a spoken message or tones. The signal can also be deactivated.
The battery We recommend zinc-air batteries. Use a size 10 battery for the hearing aid. To obtain replacement batteries, please consult your hearing care professional. It is important to take note of the expiry date and the recommendations on the battery pack regarding disposal of used batteries. Otherwise there is a risk that the battery life may be reduced. Inserting the battery Before inserting a new battery into the hearing aid, remember to remove the adhesive tab.
Place the battery in the drawer as illustrated, so that the plus (+) sign on the battery is facing towards you when you hold the hearing aid as shown. You can use the battery magnet provided to steer the battery into place. If the battery drawer does not close easily, the battery is incorrectly inserted. When changing battery, it is a good idea to hold the hearing aid over a table. Always place the battery in the actual battery drawer as illustrated and not in the open space inside the hearing aid.
Low battery indication An acoustic indicator will sound when the battery is nearly exhausted, unless this function has been disabled (see page 9). We recommend that you always have a spare battery with you. WARNING Never leave an exhausted battery in the hearing aid. Exhausted batteries may leak, damaging the hearing aid. WARNING Your hearing aid may stop functioning, for instance if the battery is exhausted.
Turning the hearing aid on and off The battery drawer of the hearing aid also functions as the on/off switch. Close the battery drawer to turn on the hearing aid. An acoustic indicator will indicate that the hearing aid has been switched on unless this function has been disabled. Open the battery drawer to turn off the hearing aid. Please remember to turn off the hearing aid when it is not in use. Remove the battery if the hearing aid will not be used for several days.
Right/left identification If you wear hearing aids on both ears, the hearing aids can be provided with coloured marks (red mark = right and blue mark = left). The arrow shows the position of the identification mark.
Positioning the hearing aid and ear-tip Place the hearing aid behind the ear, so that the earwire rests comfortably on the ear, close to your head. Insert the ear-tip into the ear canal while holding the lower part of the earwire. The illustrations show an open ear-tip. For further information on ear-tip types, anchors and procedures, see the separate ear-set user manual provided.
Removing the hearing aid and ear-tip Remove the hearing aid from its position behind the ear. Carefully pull the ear-tip out of the ear canal, while holding the lower part of the earwire. If the ear-tip is provided with an extraction cord, take hold of this and carefully pull the ear-tip out of the ear canal.
Volume adjustment The hearing aid volume is adjusted automatically in accordance with your sound environment. If you have a remote control, you can also adjust the volume manually or mute your hearing aid. Any adjustment of the volume setting will be cancelled when your hearing aid is turned off, or when you change program. Depending on hearing aid model and setting, any change you make will affect both hearing aids.
To mute the hearing aid with a remote control: Keep pressing the volume down key on the remote control after the long beep-tone has sounded and until it stops. Pressing one of the volume keys briefly will bring back the sound. Lost partner alarm (Note: Only applicable if this feature is available and has been activated by your hearing care professional.
Listening programs By default your hearing aid has one program. However, with a remote control a number of additional programs, plus the special Zen program called Zen+ can be made available. Please also refer to the user instructions for your remote control.
If your needs change over time, the combination of listening programs can be altered. Zen program Your hearing aid may be provided with a unique optional listening program called Zen. It makes musical tones (and sometimes a rushing noise) in the background. The Zen program may be used alone (without amplification) in quiet when you are not required to hear surrounding sounds.
The duration of the Zen play time can be set by your hearing care professional according to your needs. Benefits The Zen program may provide a relaxing listening background for some people. When the Zen program is used in a tinnitus management program, its wearer may experience some relief from tinnitus. Indications for use The Zen program is intended to provide a relaxing sound background (i.e., music/noise source) for adults who desire to listen to such a background in quiet.
Switching between the listening programs If you have a remote control, you can change programs with a simple push of the program key. Each time you change program, an acoustic indicator will sound unless this function has been disabled.
Using a telephone When using a telephone, we recommend that you hold the telephone against your head at an angle above your ear, rather than directly against the ear. If the sound is not optimal, try moving the telephone earpiece to a slightly different position.
Cleaning The following cleaning accessories are available for the hearing aid and ear-set*. For cleaning the ear-set, see the user manual “Ear-sets for Widex BTE hearing aids.” 1. Cloth 2. Long wax removing tool 3. Short wax removing tool 4. Brush 2. 1. 3. 4. Contact your hearing care professional if you need additional supplies of cleaning accessories. * Selection depends on ear-set type.
The hearing aid Clean the hearing aid after use with the cloth provided. WARNING Never use water or cleaning solutions to clean the hearing aid, as this may cause it to malfunction. When the hearing aid is not in use, the battery drawer should be left open, so as to ventilate the hearing aid and allow it to dry.
ACCESSORIES A variety of assistive listening devices are available for your hearing aid. RC-DEX remote control TV-DEX for listening to TV and audio M-DEX for mobile phone applications and remote control PHONE-DEX for easy landline use For help in determining whether you could benefit from a remote control or other accessories, please consult your hearing care professional.
IN CASE OF MALFUNCTION Problem Potential cause Solution The hearing aid is completely silent The hearing aid is not turned on Make sure the battery drawer is closed The hearing aid volume is not powerful enough The battery is nearly Insert a new battery in exhausted the hearing aid The battery does not Insert a new battery in work the hearing aid Your ear is blocked by earwax Contact your ENT doctor/physician Your hearing may have changed Contact your hearing care professional The hearing aid w
Problem Potential cause You hear “interrupted” speech (on and off) from the hearing aids or no speech (muted) from the transmitting ear. a. The battery in one a. Replace battery in of the hearing aids one or both hearing has expired aids b. Strong electrob. Move away from magnetic interferknown sources of ence in the vicininterference ity Solution Note: This information covers only the hearing aid. See the “Ear-sets for Widex BTE hearing aids” user manual for information specific to your ear-set.
CARING FOR YOUR HEARING AID The hearing aid is a valuable object and should be treated with care. Here are some things you can do to prolong the life of your hearing aid: CAUTION • Turn off your hearing aid when it is not in use. Remove the battery if the hearing aid will not be used for several days. • When the hearing aid is not in use, keep it in its case in a cool, dry location out of reach of children and pets. • Do not expose the hearing aid to extreme temperatures or high humidity.
WARNINGS WARNING Hearing aids and batteries can be dangerous if swallowed or used improperly. Swallowing or improper use can result in severe injury or even fatalities. In case of ingestion, contact your physician immediately. • Keep hearing aids and their parts, accessories and batteries out of reach of children and anyone else who might swallow such items or otherwise cause injury to themselves. Do not change batteries in front of them and do not let them see where you keep your battery supply.
WARNING • Be aware that the use of any type of hearing aid may involve a slightly increased risk of infection in the ear canal. An infection can arise as a result of inadequate ventilation of the ear. We therefore recommend that you remove the hearing aid and ear-set from your ear at night to allow the ear canal to be ventilated. Make sure that you clean and inspect your hearing aid and ear-set as required.
CAUTION • Your hearing aid has been tested for interference according to international standards. Nevertheless, it is possible that unforeseen interference may occur in the hearing aid due to electromagnetic radiation from other products such as alarm systems, room surveillance equipment and mobile phones.
ADVICE NOTE • The hearing aid will not restore normal hearing and will not prevent or improve a hearing loss resulting from organic conditions. However, the hearing aid can help you to make the best possible use of your remaining hearing ability. You should also bear in mind that it can take time to get used to a new hearing aid and new sounds. • In most cases, using the hearing aid infrequently will not permit you to gain full benefit from it.
REGULATORY INFORMATION FCC ID: TTY-DPA IC: 5676B-DPA Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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.
Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by Widex could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Industry Canada Statement / Déclaration d’industrie Canada Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada.
Hereby, Widex A/S declares that this D-PA is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. A copy of the Declaration of Conformity can be found at: http://www.widex.
Hearing aids, accessories and batteries should not be disposed of with normal household waste. Please consult your national Widex distributor for advice on how to dispose of these items.
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