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to be able to listen for longer periods of time. Soon, you
will be able to wear your hearing instrument comfortably
all day long.
2. Conversation with another person
Sit with someone else in a quiet room. Face each other so
you can read facial expressions easily. You may experience
new speech sounds, which can seem a little disturbing in the
beginning. However, after the brain has adapted to the new
speech sounds, you should hear speech clearer.
3. Listen to radio or TV
When listening to the TV or the radio, start out by listening to
news commentators since they usually speak clearly, then try
other programs.
If you find it difficult to listen to TV or radio, your Hearing
Care Professional should be able to give you advice on
available accessories to enhance your listening capabilities
for TV and radio.
4. In group conversations
Group situations are usually accompanied by a greater
degree of background noise, and are, therefore, naturally
more difficult to cope with. In such situations, therefore,
focus your attention on the person you want to hear. If you
miss a word, ask the speaker to repeat.
5. Telecoil use in church, theatre, or cinema
An increasing number of churches, theatres and public
buildings often have loop systems installed. These systems
send out wireless sound to be received by the telecoil in
your hearing instrument. Typically, a sign will let you know
whether the place has a telecoil. Ask your Hearing Care
Professional for details.
6. Using the telephone
When using the telephone tilt the receiver edge lightly on
your cheek-bone in order to let the sound flow directly into
the hearing aids microphone opening. This way, the hearing
aid will not whistle and you ensure the best conditions to
understand the conversation. When you have the receiver