RC3-1 User’s instructions RC3-1 remote control
Federal Communications Commission and Industry Canada Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of the Canadian 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.
Contents Your new RC3-1 remote control Your new RC3-1 remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 RC3-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 The battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Battery type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Inserting the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Changing the batteries . . . . . .
RC3-1 Your RC3-1 remote control is an accessory for your hearing aid. You can easily operate your hearing aid without the remote control; it is just an alternative way of operating your hearing aid. The advantages of a Widex RC3-1 remote control are: • Unlike the buttons on your hearing aid when it is placed in/on the ear, you can easily see the keys on the remote control. • The larger keys on the remote control are easier to manipulate than the small buttons on the hearing aid.
The battery 1. Volume control. The [+] and [–] keys are used for volume adjustment. 2. Program selection. The [1], [2] and [3] keys are used for program selection. Your RC3-1 can operate a maximum of three programs. 3. On/off function. The [1] key is used to turn on the remote control. The [1] key also sets the remote control to the initial setting: P1 V9 (program 1, volume 9). 4. Display. This shows the currently selected program (P), volume (V) and the remote control’s battery level.
Turning the remote control on and off Inserting the batteries The plus (+) sign on the batteries for your RC3-1 must face upwards when placed in the battery compartment. Changing the batteries Always change both batteries at the same time. The display shows the battery level of the remote control. The batteries need to be changed when this symbol is continuously displayed. It is recommended to change both batteries at the same time.
The volume The [+] [–] keys allow you to adjust the volume in 13 steps. The minimum level is 0, at which level the hearing aid is completely silent, and the maximum level is 13. The initial volume setting used as standard is 9, and this is always the volume setting to which the remote control reverts. If, for example, you have selected listening program 2 and volume level 6, and then change to another listening program, the volume level will automatically change to 9.
Adjusting the volume if you have two hearing aids To start the remote control, press the [1] key for approximately ½ second. The initial setting, P1 V9 (program 1, volume 9), should now be displayed. Use the [+] [–] keys to adjust the volume as required. Your choice will then apply to both of your hearing aids. The remote control automatically turns off after approximately 15 seconds. Mute You can also use your RC3-1 to mute your hearing aid completely.
Listening programs Using the mute function if you have two hearing aids To start the remote control, press the [1] key for approximately ½ second. The initial setting, P1 V9 (program 1, volume 9), should now be displayed. Then press and hold down the [1] key while pressing the [–] key. The number 0 will be displayed next to V. This value applies to both hearing aids. With your RC3-1 remote control, you can choose up to three listening programs.
Program Program name in the hearing aid 1 2 Comments Selecting a listening program if you only have one hearing aid To start the remote control, press the [1] key for approximately ½ second. Select the listening program you wish to apply using the [1], [2] and [3] keys. The remote control automatically turns off after approximately 15 seconds. Selecting a listening program if you have two hearing aids To start the remote control, press the [1] key for approximately ½ second.
Caring for your remote control Important: Please note that if you alternate between using your remote control and the controls on your hearing aid to adjust the volume and select listening programs, the remote control may cancel any adjustments that have been made manually on your hearing aid. With proper care, your RC3-1 remote control will give you a long life of reliable service. Here are some things you can do to prolong the life of your remote control: • Treat your remote control with care.
Good advice • Do not carry your remote control with you during x-ray, MRI scans, CT scans, short-wave diathermy, or similar radiation treatments and never place your remote control in a microwave oven. These are some of the types of radiation that can damage your remote control. Radiation from, for example, room surveillance equipment, burglar alarms and cellular telephones is weaker and will not damage your remote control.
In case of malfunction Accessories The following pages include some quick advice to follow if you experience problems. Before contacting your hearing care professional, please follow the advice below: The following accessories are available for your RC3-1: If your RC3-1 does not work, it could be because: • You have not adequately pressed the keys. Flip open the key guard to facilitate access to the keys.
The clip version has a built-in clip for fastening the RC3 to your belt or waistband, and an eye in which you can fasten the carrying strap if you want to carry the RC3 around your neck. Changing the battery cover If you want to replace the standard battery cover with the clip version, you must also replace the small screw below the battery cover. Once the screw has been removed, you can mount the clip version battery cover using the long screw (see illustration) supplied with this cover.
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