USER GUIDE Behind-the-ear (BTE) Models: Standard Tube Thin Tube Receiver in-the-ear (RIE) Mini RIE
Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your new hearing instruments. ReSound’s innovative sound technology and design, combined with the customised set-up selected by your hearing care professional, will make hearing a more enjoyable experience. Hearing instruments will enable you to hear sounds that you may not have heard in years because of your hearing loss. Practice and a positive attitude are important in learning to use hearing instruments.
Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Description of the hearing instruments . . . . 6 Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 On/Off function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 SmartStart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Inserting/Replacing the battery . . . . . . . . 11 Low battery indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Description of the BTE hearing instruments LV61-DI, LV761-DI, LV561-DI LV71-DI, LV771-DI, LV571-DI LV71-DVI, LV771-DVI, LV571-DVI LV81-DVI, LV781-DVI, LV581-DVI 6 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Programme button Battery compartment & On/Off switch Sound outlet Front microphone inlet Back microphone inlet Volume control (optional) Direct audio input Left/Right indicator (Left=Blue/Right=Red) 9. Battery lock (optional) 10. Model 11. Manufacturer 12.
RIE BTEs - LV70-DVIR, LV770-DVIR, LV570-DVIR RIE Mini-BTEs* - DTT360, DTT260, DTT160 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Receiver tube Receiver Open Dome Receiver Tulip Dome Receiver Power Dome RIE mould Sports lock Battery compartment Receiver Programme button 7 Volume Control (optional) 11. Direct audio input 12. Left/right indicator 13. Model, manufacturer and Serial number 9 9 10 * Volume control, telecoil, audio boots, direct audio input, and tele-loop options are not available for mini RIE models.
Getting started On/Off function 1. When the battery door is closed, the hearing instrument turns on, and the default program will be activated. 2. To turn off the hearing instrument, open the battery door. Many individuals can use their fingernail to pull it open. On Off Tip: Whenever the hearing instruments are not in use, remember to turn them off to avoid unnecessary battery consumption. SmartStart Hearing instruments can be turned on once you have placed them on your ears.
Low battery indicator Your hearing care professional can activate a low battery indicator in your hearing instruments. The hearing instrument will reduce amplification and emit a beep signal if battery power gets too low. This signal will recur every five minutes until the hearing instrument automatically switches off. The low battery indicator can vary slightly, depending on the type of battery used. It is recommended that you keep spare batteries on hand.
Insertion (domes/custom earmoulds) 1. Hold the thin tube where it bends, and gently push the dome into the ear canal. Push the dome far enough into the ear canal so that the thin tube lies flush with the head. 2. It is important that the tube and the dome fit correctly into your ear. 3. When the dome is place correctly, you should not be able to see the thin tube sticking out when facing a mirror. Note: You should never attempt to bend or modify the shape of the thin tube. 14 Removal (custom earmolds) 1.
Operation of the hearing instrument Volume control (optional) The volume control will allow the volume of hearing instruments to be increased or decreased. 1. To increase the volume, push the volume control up. 2. To decrease the volume, push the volume control down. When volume is increased or decreased, a beep signal will be heard for each incremental change. When the upper or lower limits of the volume range are reached, a beep signal with a longer duration will be heard.
Programme 1 2 3 4 18 Description of when to use Stand-by function Some individuals may find that they would like the hearing instruments muted in certain situations while wearing them. Your hearing care professional can activate a stand-by function in your hearing instruments, which causes them to not process or amplify sound. The stand-by function can be accessed by pressing and holding the programme button for five seconds.
Telephone use Finding the optimal position for holding a telephone may require practice for some individuals, and one or more of the following suggestions may be helpful. 1. Hold the telephone as you would normally. 2. Hold the telephone towards the top of the ear (closer to where the microphones are). 3. If whistling occurs, it may take a few seconds of holding the telephone in the same position before the hearing instrument adapts. 4.
Direct audio input (optional) Use of direct audio input (DAI), which enables a direct connection of the hearing instruments to items such as television, radio, and remote microphones, may increase speech understanding for some individuals. The sound source is connected to the hearing instruments by a cable or a wireless FM system to the audio boot. This accessory connects to the bottom of the hearing instruments, and once properly clicked into place, the hearing instruments switch to DAI automatically.
Care and maintenance Proper handling 1. Never immerse hearing instruments in water or other liquids, as liquids may cause permanent damage to the hearing instruments. 2. Avoid rough handling of hearing instruments or dropping them on hard surfaces or floors. 3. Do not leave hearing instruments in or near direct heat or sunlight, as excessive heat can cause damage or deform the casing. 4. Hair spray, make-up, etc.
Cleaning thin tubes and domes 1. Remove thin tubes from hearing instruments before cleaning by unscrewing them counter clockwise. 2. Wipe down thin tubes and domes with a damp cloth. 3. In order to clear the thin tube of moisture and debris, push the black cleaning rod through the thin tube, beginning at the end opposite the dome. Note: Thin tube and dome systems should be changed every three months or sooner, should the components become stiff or brittle.
Tulip domes Tulip domes are mounted in a similar manner to standard domes, but a few extra steps are required. Tulip domes consist of two “petals”. It is important to note that the largest petal is the outermost petal. To ensure this: 1. Push the largest petal away from the thin tube using a finger. This bends the petal forward. 2. Then push the largest “petal” back, and it will be placed on top of the smaller petal.
2. Insert the threaded end of the HF3 tool into the used wax filter, and gently rotate clockwise. 3. Gently pull until the used filter is removed. 4. Discard the used filter in the slot located in the HF3 filter kit by pressing it into the center, sliding it to one end of the slot, and pull until the filter is discarded. 5. Flip the HF3 filter tool, locate a new filter in the dial, and press the tip of the tool into the center of the dial. 6. Gently pull the new filter out of the dial. 7.
General warnings 1. Consult a hearing care professional if you discover a foreign object in your ear canal, if you experience skin irritation, or if excessive ear wax accumulates with the use of the hearing instrument. 2. Different types of radiation, from e.g. NMR, MRI, or CT scanners, may damage hearing instruments. It is recommended not to wear hearing instruments during these or other similar procedures.
Battery warning information 1. Do not put batteries in your mouth, as they can be harmful if swallowed. If swallowed, seek medical help immediately. 2. Keep batteries away from children and mentally challenged persons.
Troubleshooting Guide SYMPTOM No sound 36 CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY • Not turned on • Turn on by closing the battery door • Dead battery • Replace battery • Battery door will not close • Insert battery properly • Blocked earmould or tube • Clean earmould or tube • Blocked wax filter • Replace wax filter or consult your hearing care professional 37
Troubleshooting Guide SYMPTOM CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY Not loud • Incorrect earmould placement • Reinsert earmould enough • Blocked earmould or dome • Clean earmould, replace dome, replace filter • Blocked sound outlet filter • Change filter or consult your hearing care professional • Change in hearing sensitivity • Consult your hearing care professional • Excessive ear wax • Consult your physician • Volume set too low • Increase the volume control if available or consult your hearing care prof
Troubleshooting Guide SYMPTOM CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY Excessive • Incorrect earmould placement • Re-insert earmould carefully whistling / feedback • Incorrect dome placement • Re-insert dome • Excessive ear wax • Consult your hearing care professional • Feedback control may need adjustment • Consult your hearing care professional • Earmould tubing worn or damaged • Consult your hearing care professional • Thin tube connection loose • Change thin tube or consult your hearing care professional
Troubleshooting Guide SYMPTOM CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY Sound • Weak battery • Replace battery distorted / • Improper earmould or dome fit • Consult your hearing care professional not clear • Hearing instrument damaged • Consult your hearing care professional • Hearing instrument settings not optimal • Consult your hearing care professional If there are any other problems not mentioned in this guide, please contact your hearing care professional.
Technical Data Hearing Instrument Model Technical Data Maximum output (2ccCoupler / IEC 60118-7) Standard tube Hearing Instrument Model Maximum output (2ccCoupler / IEC 60118-7) RIE LV61-DI, LV761-DI, LV561-DI LV71-DI, LV761-DI, LV561-DI LV71-DVI, LV771-DVI, LV571-DVI 123dB SPL (typical) 126dB SPL (typical) 126dB SPL (typical) LV81-DI, LV781-DI, LV581-DI 133dB SPL (typical) LV70-DVIR, LV770-DVIR, LV570-DVIR – Low power (LP), open LV70-DVIR, LV770-D, LV570-D – LP LV70-DVIR, LV770-D, LV570-D – High
Technical Data Hearing Instrument Model Maximum output (2ccCoupler / IEC 60118-7) Mini RIE DTT360, DTT260, DTT160 – LP, open DTT360, DTT260, DTT160 – LP DTT360, DTT260, DTT160 – Normal power (NP), open 108dB SPL (typical) 108dB SPL (typical) 115dB SPL (typical) DTT360, DTT260, DTT160 – NP 115dB SPL (typical) DTT360, DTT260, DTT160 – HP, open 117dB SPL (typical) DTT360, DTT260, DTT160 – HP 119dB SPL (typical) 46 Warranty and repairs ReSound grants a comprehensive warranty on hearing instruments fr
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