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Audibel BTE Operation Manual - Batteries

Manual is about: Size 312 Battery - Brown; Size 312 Battery - Brown; Size 13 Battery - Orange; Size 13 Battery - Orange

Summary of BTE

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    Bte (behind-the-ear) o p e r a t i o n s m a n u a l.

  • Page 2: Select Hearing Instrument

    2 select hearing instrument size 312 battery - brown size 312 battery - brown size 13 battery - orange size 13 battery - orange select instrument controls rocker switch controls control surface controls.

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    3 overview rocker switch bte 312 and 13 overview .............. 4 control surface bte 312 and 13 overview ............ 6 preparation batteries .................................................................. 8 battery indicators .................................................. 10 tamper resistan...

  • Page 4: Comfort Fit Solutions:

    4 rocker switch bte 312 and 13 overview features, controls and identification your hearing instrument controls include: 1. Earhook 2. Microphones 3. Rocker switch 4. Battery compartment (on/off control) 5. Tamper resistant battery compartment lock (not available on all devices) 6. Side indicator red...

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    5 rocker switch bte 312 and 13 overview 7 8 4 00-000000 serial number 5 6 11 10 9 1 2 3 5.

  • Page 6: Comfort Fit Solutions:

    6 control surface bte 312 and 13 overview features, controls and identification your hearing instrument controls include: 1. Earhook 2. Microphones 3. Control surface: volume and/or memory control 4. Battery compartment (on/off control) 5. Tamper resistant battery compartment lock (bte, power bte an...

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    7 control surface bte 312 and 13 overview 2 3 11 10 9 4 00-000000 8 1 7 serial number 5 6 7.

  • Page 8: Batteries

    Preparation 8 batteries your hearing system uses a battery as its power source. This battery size can be identified by the orange (13) or 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 th...

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    Preparation 1 2 3 4 5 9.

  • Page 10: Battery Indicators

    Preparation battery indicators an indicator will sound when the battery voltage is low. You have approximately 5 minutes* to replace the battery. An indicator will sound just before the battery stops working. * actual time between low battery indicator and shut down will vary depending on environmen...

  • Page 11: Helpful Hints

    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 p...

  • Page 12: Insertion and Removal

    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 ...

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    Preparation 1 2 3 4 5 13.

  • Page 14: Instant Fit Earbud Or

    Preparation 14 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. T...

  • Page 15: Helpful Hints

    Preparation 15 helpful hints • minor irritation and inflammation may occur as your ear becomes accustomed to having an object in it; if so, please contact your hearing care professional. • if an actual allergic reaction occurs, alternative earmold materials are available; contact your hearing care p...

  • Page 16: On & Off

    Operation on & off to turn on: insert a battery and completely close the battery door. To turn off: open the battery door until the battery is no longer touching the battery contacts. Your instrument has a power-on delay and may require a few seconds to power on. You may hear a tone series indicatin...

  • Page 17: Rocker Switch Volume Control

    Operation rocker switch volume control your hearing system uses the rocker switch to control volume. To increase volume, press then release the top part of the switch. To decrease volume, press then release the bottom part of the switch. Sweep volume control your volume control is a sweep volume con...

  • Page 18: Level 5  (More Volume)

    Operation volume level tone level 5 (more volume) five beeps plus tone level 4 four beeps level 3 (power on volume level) three beeps level 2 two beeps level 1 (less volume) one beep plus tone 18 this motion until you are at the minimum setting. The next time you touch the control surface, the volum...

  • Page 19: Memory

    Operation your hearing aid uses the following controls: rocker switch memory control touch and release memory control 19 memory your hearing care professional can set up to four hearing programs for you. These additional programs are accessed by pressing the control surface/rocker switch. Rocker swi...

  • Page 20: And Memory Control

    Operation b a 20 combined volume and memory control combined rocker switch volume and memory control your hearing device is set up to adjust volume and programs. To adjust volume, press then release the switch (up to increase and down to decrease). To change programs, press and hold the switch (eith...

  • Page 21: Telephone Use

    Operation my hearing instruments have the following telephone setting(s): automatic telephone. See below. Automatic telecoil. See below. Telecoil and manual switching. (program # ____________________ ). 21 telephone use your hearing instruments are equipped with tools to help you effectively communi...

  • Page 22: Manual Switching

    Operation 22 manual switching manual switching allows you to switch the devices to telephone mode when needed. Ask your hearing professional which program you should access for manual telephone use. General telephone use some hearing instruments work best by holding the phone close to, but not fully...

  • Page 23: Disclaimer:

    Operation 23 disclaimer: some hearing aid users have reported a buzzing sound in their hearing aids when they are using cell phones, indicating that the cell phone and hearing aid may not be compatible. According to the ansi c63.19 standard (ansi c63.19-2007 american national standard methods of mea...

  • Page 24: Direct Audio Input (Dai)

    Operation my hearing system is set up for dai use. My hearing system is not set up for dai use. See page 26. 24 direct audio input (dai) your hearing system has full direct audio input (dai) capability. This allows you to connect your hearing system to an electronic sound source such as a wireless f...

  • Page 25: To Access The

    Operation 25 to access the battery with the dai shoe attached: hold the bte and dai shoe and press the lower part of the dai shoe, then open the battery door. To remove the dai shoe: turn the bte on the side. Grasp the bte in one hand and the dai shoe in the other. Gently bend at the seam between th...

  • Page 26: Wireless Accessories*

    Accessories *wireless accessories are only compatible with hearing aids that have wireless technology. 26 wireless accessories* there are several wireless accessories that allow you to control and maximize the full potential of your hearing system. These include a remote control as well as wireless ...

  • Page 27: Instrument Care

    Hearing system care 27 instrument care do your best to 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 switches, microphone and battery compartment. • never use...

  • Page 28: Standard Tubing

    Hearing system care 28 standard tubing 1. Separate the custom earmold from the bte by gently pulling the tubing away from the earhook. – use a soft, damp cloth or a cleaning brush to clean debris from the custom earmold – wash the custom earmold with warm soapy water – never use solvents 2. Slide th...

  • Page 29: Thin Tubing

    Hearing system care 29 thin tubing 1. Unscrew the tubing from the tip of the hearing instrument. 2. Thread the cleaner through the tubing, starting at the end just removed from the hearing instrument, until it extends from the other end of the tubing. 3. Brush the debris off prior to removing the cl...

  • Page 30: Helpful Hints

    Hearing system care 30 helpful hints • make sure the custom earmold/earbud/eartip and tubing are completely dry before reconnecting to your hearing instrument earhook. • when not wearing your hearing instrument, open the battery door to allow any moisture to evaporate. • do not take apart your heari...

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting Guide

    Hearing system care troubleshooting guide 31 symptom possible causes solutions not loud enough low battery replace battery blocked earmold/tubing/ earbud remove blockage and clean hearing change contact your hearing care professional debris buildup clean both microphone and receiver with brush incon...

  • Page 32: For You

    Tips for better communication 32 your hearing care professional will recommend an appropriate schedule to help you adapt to your new hearing system. It will take practice, time and patience for your brain to adapt to the new sounds that your hearing system provides. Hearing is only part of how we sh...

  • Page 33: For Your Family and Friends

    Tips for better communication 33 for your family and friends your family and friends are also affected by your hearing loss. Request that they: • get your full attention before beginning to speak • look at you or sit face-to-face in a quiet room • speak clearly and at a normal rate and level; shouti...

  • Page 34: Safety Information

    Safety information 34 safety information your hearing instruments are designed to comply with the most stringent standards of international electromagnetic compatibility. However, it is still possible that you may experience interference caused by power line disturbances, airport metal detectors, el...

  • Page 35: Use On Aircrafts*

    Safety information *applies to wireless hearing instruments only 35 use on aircrafts* the optional wireless capabilities that may be featured in your hearing instruments should not be used on an aircraft unless specifically permitted by the flight personnel. Your hearing care professional can enable...

  • Page 36: Required Information

    Fda information 36 required information the following additional information is provided in compliance with u.S. Food and drug administration (fda) regulations: warning to hearing aid dispensers. A hearing aid dispenser should advise a prospective hearing aid user to consult promptly with a licensed...

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    Fda information 37 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 r...

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    Fcc information 0086 waste from electronic equipment must be handled according to local regulations 38 regulatory notices fcc id: eoa-3sermini ic id: 6903a-3sermini fcc notice this device complies with part 15 of the fcc rules and with rss-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (...

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    Notes 39.

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    0086 © 2012 starkey hearing technologies. All rights reserved. 81014-007 12/12 bklt2604-00-ee-xx rev. A.