Phonak ComPilot II User Guide
Contents 1. Welcome 5 2. Getting to know your ComPilot II 6 2.1 Legend 3. Getting started 7 8 3.1 Setting up the power supply 8 3.2 Charging the battery 9 3.3 Switching On / Off 10 3.4 How to wear 10 3.5 Sound demonstration 11 4. Phone calls 13 4.1 How it works 13 4.2 Initial pairing to a phone 14 4.3 Connecting to a phone 16 4.4 Making a call 4.5 Accepting a call 17 4.6 Ending a call 18 4.7 Advanced phone options 19 4.
4.9 Using the external phone microphone 23 4.10 Using the protective silicone skin 24 5. Streaming audio 26 5.1 Streaming audio via a cable 26 5.2 Streaming audio via Bluetooth® 27 5.3 Streaming audio from TV 29 6. Using ComPilot II as a remote control 30 6.1 Changing the volume 30 6.2 Changing the program 31 6.3 More remote control information 32 7. Using ComPilot II with Roger / FM 33 8. More detailed information 35 8.1 Main button functionality 35 8.
8.6 Deleting paired Bluetooth devices 41 8.7 Caller identification 42 8.8 VoiceAlerts (spoken messages) 43 8.9 Phonak RemoteControl App 44 9. Troubleshooting 45 54 10.1 Local warranty 54 10.2 International warranty 54 10.3 Warranty limitation 55 11. Compliance information 56 12. Information and explanation of symbols 60 13. Important safety information 64 4 10.
1. Welcome Your ComPilot II is a premium-quality product developed by Phonak, one of the world’s leading companies in hearing technology. Please read this user guide thoroughly in order to benefit from all the possibilities your hearing system offers. ! Compatibility information: Check your hearing aid compatibility with your hearing care professional. Phonak – life is on www.phonak-us.
2. Getting to know your ComPilot II The intended use of ComPilot II is to wirelessly connect different Bluetooth® devices to your hearing aids. For example, cell phones, MP3 players etc. You can also connect other audio devices directly via a plug (e.g. computers, Roger and FM receivers). ComPilot II can also be used as a remote control to adapt your hearing aids to different listening situations.
2.1 Legend Buttons A Main B Volume up / down C Home D Connect E On / Off switch J K L Inputs F Microphones G Audio input 3.
3. Getting started ComPilot II must be set up and charged before use. 3.1 Setting up the power supply Select the adapter that corresponds to your country. US EU J First, insert the top round end of the adapter into the round corner of the power supply. J Click the bottom end of the adapter in to lock it into place. 1. 2. J To remove, first pull back the tab on the power supply. J Pull the adapter upwards to remove it. 1. 8 2.
3.2 Charging the battery J Plug the larger end of the charging cable into the universal power supply. Plug the smaller end into the mini-USB port on ComPilot II. J Plug the power supply into a power outlet. The power indicator is red during charging and will turn green when charging is complete. ComPilot II has a non-removable rechargeable battery. Before using ComPilot II for the first time, charge it for at least 3 hours.
It is safe to leave ComPilot II connected to the charger overnight. The full performance of a new battery is achieved only after three complete charge and discharge cycles. 3.3 Switching On and Off Slide the power switch as shown to turn the ComPilot II on or off. Off Switch ComPilot II off when not in use. 3.4 How to wear Before any phone call, music or TV streaming: J Insert the hearing aids into your ears correctly and switch them on. J Switch ComPilot II on.
J Put the ComPilot II neckloop around your neck. J Insert both plugs firmly. 3.5 Sound demonstration Wear your hearing aids and ComPilot II correctly and switch them on (see chapter 3.4). Press and hold the main button while switching on the device. Release the main button. The audio indicator light will turn pink.
The hearing aids will switch to streaming mode and you will hear the ComPilot II sound demonstration. J Use volume up / down volume. buttons to adjust the J The demo will stop after 3 minutes or when the main button is pressed. Adjusting the volume during the sound demonstration will also set the volume level of the spoken ComPilot II messages (see chapter 8.8). If you cannot hear the sound demonstration, please consult the troubleshooting section (see chapter 9).
4. Phone calls 4.1 How it works ComPilot II acts as an interface between a phone and your hearing aids. During a call you will hear the caller’s voice directly through your hearing aids. ComPilot II picks up your voice through its own microphones. Speak into ComPilot II – not into the phone – when a call is in progress.
4.2 Initial pairing to a phone It is only necessary to perform the pairing procedure once with each Bluetooth device, e.g. a phone. ComPilot II will connect automatically to the phone after the initial pairing. J On your phone, ensure that Bluetooth is enabled and search for Bluetooth devices in the connectivity setting menu. J Switch on ComPilot II. J Press and hold the connect and volume up buttons simultaneously (2 sec) until the audio indicator starts to rapidly blink blue.
J Start the pairing process on your phone within 1 minute according to the phone user guide. J Your phone shows a list of found Bluetooth devices. Select “Phonak ComPilot II” from this list and enter the code “0000” if prompted. J ComPilot II requires access to your phone book. When prompted accept the request. J After successful pairing, the audio indicator will stop blinking blue. Quick pairing instructions are also shown on the back of ComPilot II.
4.3 Connecting to the phone Wear your hearing aids and ComPilot II correctly and switch them on (see chapter 3.4). After your phone has been paired to ComPilot II, they will automatically connect to each other. If they do not connect automatically, go to your phone’s Bluetooth menu and select ComPilot II from the list. If you are required to connect manually, please refer to your phone’s user guide. Confirmation of a successful connection is indicated on ComPilot II by the indicator light blinking blue.
4.4 Making a call Enter the phone number using the phone keypad and press the call button. Call You will hear the dial tone through your hearing aid. Speak into ComPilot II – not into the phone – when the call is in progress. 4.5 Accepting a call When a call is received on your cell phone: J ComPilot II indicator light will show a solid blue light. J It will take about 2 seconds before you hear the ringtone through your hearing aids.
"click" If a second call comes in on the same phone: J Press the main button to accept J Press and hold the main button (2 sec) to reject An incoming call from a second paired phone will be ignored during an active call. 4.6 Ending a call Press the main button to end the call. You can also end a call on your phone instead of your ComPilot II.
You will hear the previously-active program or audio source. 4.7 Advanced phone options Rejecting a call Press and hold the main button (2 sec) until the ringtone stops. Using your phone to reject the call will have the same effect. Setting the phone volume Use the phone’s volume buttons to adjust the phone volume to a comfortable level. Surrounding sounds picked up by the hearing aids are reduced according to the settings made by the hearing care professional.
Disabling unwanted alerts Some cell phones are configured to play key-press tones, SMS announcements and confirmation beeps. You are able to hear these alerts in your hearing aids. If this is distracting, refer to your phone user guide for information about disabling these alerts. How to hold ComPilot II during phone calls Note: Maximum distance between ComPilot II and the phone is 5–10 m (15–30 ft). J Wear ComPilot II around your neck during the phone call.
J In very noisy environments, you can move ComPilot II closer to your mouth. J Avoid covering the microphone openings on the side with your fingers or clothes.
4.8 Additional features The following features can be set either using the Phonak RemoteControl App (see chapter 8.8) or by your hearing care professional. Your phone must support these features. Please consult the phone user manual for details. Caller’s name announcement By default, ComPilot II will announce the caller’s name as shown on the phone display (caller identification). The following features can be enabled separately. Press and hold the assigned button (2 sec) to use the feature: 1.
is no audio transfer and the hearing aids switch to the previously active hearing program. 5. Transfer call: This allows you to forward a phone call to another telephone. Your hearing aids will switch back to the last hearing program. To transfer the call back to ComPilot II, press and hold the main button. The call will now resume through your hearing aids. 4.9 Using the external phone microphone Use the optional microphone “MC1” if you wear ComPilot II underneath clothing during a phone call.
J Use the clip to place the microphone close to your mouth. J Put the neckloop around your neck and switch ComPilot II on. Jackets, etc., will not negatively influence the wireless link to your hearing aids. Use only the recommended external microphone from Phonak. 4.10 Using the protective silicone skin To protect the ComPilot II when wearing it underneath clothing, use the protective silicone skin. J Slip the silicone skin onto the back of ComPilot II.
J Plug the neckloop through the neckloop sockets into ComPilot II. The protective skin does not guarantee complete resistance against water, moisture or sweat.
5. Streaming audio Before streaming, wear your hearing aids and ComPilot II correctly and switch them on (see 3.4). 5.1 Streaming audio via a cable J Insert the audio cable into ComPilot II. J Insert the other end of the audio cable into the headphone socket on your audio player and start the player. AUDIO The audio streaming will automatically start. Adjust the volume on your audio player. Press the main button to stop and restart streaming.
5.2 Streaming audio via Bluetooth Streaming audio via a cell phone You can stream music wirelessly from your cell phone: J Make sure ComPilot II is connected to your phone as described in chapter 4.3. J Use your phone music player to play music. Streaming audio via other devices To use ComPilot II with a Bluetooth enabled audio device (e.g. MP3 player), you must first pair the devices: J Switch on ComPilot II.
J After successful pairing, the audio indicator will stop rapidly blinking. J Press play on the Bluetooth device if needed. J Streaming will start automatically and the audio indicator will turn solid blue indicating a successful connection. To adjust the volume of the audio signal use the volume control on the audio device. Press the main button to pause and restart streaming.
5.3 Streaming audio from TV It is recommended to use the dedicated and optimized Phonak TVLink II basestation for watching TV or listening to music. It offers the following benefits: J Wireless transmission up to 30 meters (90 ft.). J Analog and digital inputs (optical, coaxial). J Charging cradle for ComPilot II. Refer to the TVLink II user guide for pairing instructions.
6. Using ComPilot II as a remote control Before this functionality can be used, your hearing care professional must enable the remote control in ComPilot II. 6.1 Changing the volume Press buttons on ComPilot II: J to increase the volume J to decrease the volume Adjusting the volume with ComPilot II will have the same effect as adjusting the volume directly on your hearing aids. Reducing surrounding sounds You can reduce the surrounding sounds with a single button press.
J Press and hold the volume up button (>2 sec) to return to the original hearing aid volume. 6.2 Changing the program Changing hearing aid programs is only possible if no streaming is in progress. Press the main button to change hearing aid programs. Press the home button to return to the startup program and volume level of your hearing aids.
If ComPilot II is used as a handheld remote control (without neckloop): J Max. distance to the hearing aids is 110 cm / 43 in. J Hold ComPilot II as shown. 6.3 More remote control information J Press and hold the home button (>2 sec) to select the favorite hearing program configured by your hearing care professional. J Both hearing aids are controlled at the same time.
7. Using ComPilot II with Roger / FM ComPilot II can be used together with Roger or FM receivers through its direct audio input (Europlug). J Place the Roger / FM transmitter near the sound source and turn it on. J Attach your receiver to ComPilot II via the Europlug socket as shown in the picture (turn receiver on if required). When a signal is detected, you will hear a beep notification through your hearing aids. J Press the main button to accept the signal.
After 20 seconds the input will be put on hold automatically if you do not accept it. As long as a signal is received the hearing aid programs cannot be changed via the main button. If ComPilot II does not receive a signal through the Europlug for 3 minutes, an alert will be heard.
8. More detailed information 8.1 Main button functionality The main button has multiple functions: 1. Phone: It accepts and ends a phone call. 2. Stream: It pauses and resumes the streaming from an audio device. 3. Remote control: It changes the hearing aid programs (ComPilot II must be configured as a remote control by your hearing care professional). The hearing programs cannot be changed when: J a phone call is in progress. J a Bluetooth device is streaming or paused. J an audio cable is plugged in.
8.2 Locking the buttons To prevent the buttons from being accidentally pressed: J Press the connect and home button simultaneously to lock or unlock the buttons. J The power indicator will triple blink red indicating that the buttons are locked. Accepting an incoming call is still possible. The key symbol on the back reminds you of the lock function. 8.3 Switching off the indicator light If the indicator light is distracting: J Lock the ComPilot II as described in Chapter 8.2.
8.4 Managing multiple inputs When an audio source is connected via ComPilot II, your hearing aids will automatically switch to the special streaming programs. It is possible to have multiple audio sources connected and in operation with ComPilot II: J Two Bluetooth devices. J One 3.5 mm audio plug. J One direct audio input (Europlug). A phone call always has priority. You will hear the ringtone even when listening to other audio sources. If you reject or terminate the call, audio streaming will resume.
Selecting audio sources J One source: Each press of the main button will pause or resume the source. J Multiple sources: After each press of the main button, ComPilot II selects the next connected source in a fixed sequence. J If a source is not connected, the ComPilot II will proceed to the next source. J Every connected source has a fixed place in the sequence, as shown in the picture. Previously-active hearing program 38 Europlug Bluetooth music 1 3.
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audio power Charging Solid Red Charged and full battery Solid green Switching on Green 2 seconds Switching off Blink red then solid for 2 seconds Battery above 10% Slow blink green <10% battery left Please charge Short blink red Charging required (at least 2 hours) No blinking just after switching On Enable / Triple flash red (locked) Disable lock state Triple flash green (unlocked) 40
8.6 Deleting paired Bluetooth devices If you encounter issues with one of the paired devices, you may consider deleting the pairing to the ComPilot II. Deleting the pairing of Bluetooth devices removes the ability to connect to any previously paired Bluetooth device. 1. Turn on your ComPilot II. 2. Press and hold the connect and volume up buttons for 10 seconds until the blue rapid blinking audio indicator stops. 3. Also delete the ComPilot II pairing entries on your mobile phone before any re-pairing. 4.
8.7 Caller identification The ComPilot II is able to tell you the name of the caller. ComPilot II will try to access information about the caller from your phone book. It will be spoken through your hearing aids as follows: J The stored name in your phone’s phonebook. J The number if the name is not known. Your hearing care professional can configure the language setting of your ComPilot II. Alternatively you can also use the Phonak RemoteControl App to configure the language setting (see chapter 8.9).
8.8 VoiceAlerts (spoken messages) VoiceAlerts inform you about the different operation modes and status of the ComPilot II using spoken messages. Your hearing care professional can configure the language setting as well as the speech volume levels available: J Warnings only: Spoken information about a low ComPilot II battery and during the Bluetooth pairing process.
8.9 Phonak RemoteControl App The Phonak RemoteControl App is a Smartphone application, which offers additional control of your hearing aid. Features are shown on your Smartphone screen and give you the ability to partially configure your hearing system. Experience more: J Individual left / right volume control. J Direct program or alternative audio input selection. J Support for the Bluetooth pairing process. For more information and download of the RemoteControl App visit the website: http://www.phonak-us.
9. Troubleshooting For any problems not listed in this user guide, please contact your hearing care professional. Causes What to do During Bluetooth pairing my other device is prompting me for a code, what do I have to enter? J Enter 0000 (four zeros) when J The pairing code is required prompted for a code. for the initial pairing of ComPilot II with your Bluetooth device. I hear intermittency during an audio transfer via ComPilot II.
Causes What to do The volume of the music is too loud or too quiet. The volume of phone conversations is not comfortable (too low or too high). J Different audio sources have different outputs. J To change the volume of the phone, or any other sound source to ComPilot II, use the volume control of that external device. I have difficulties understanding the phone conversation in a noisy environment. J Your hearing aid microphones are set too high during the call.
Causes What to do ComPilot II is no longer recognized by the phone or other Bluetooth device to which it was previously paired. J 2 minutes after not finding a device, ComPilot II will stop seeking devices to save power. J The devices are too far away from each other. J ComPilot II can be paired to a maximum of 6 different Bluetooth devices. If the internal memory is full, new pairings may overwrite previous pairings. J Pairing was deleted. J Switch ComPilot II off.
Causes What to do Every time I switch on my phone, the music player starts. J For some phones this is normal behavior and not initiated by ComPilot II. J Some phones can be configured not to start the music player automatically. J Stop the music player via phone menu after the phone is connected. Every time I get in my car the ComPilot II connection to my phone behaves unexpectedly. J The car Bluetooth system connects to your phone. J Consider disconnecting the car system from your phone.
Causes What to do J ComPilot II is not paired to the phone. J The distance is too great between ComPilot II and the phone. 2. Restart ComPilot II by switching it off and then on. The ComPilot II Bluetooth functionality will be automatically reactivated. 3. Activate ComPilot II by selecting it in the phone’s “Active device” menu. 4. Reduce the distance between ComPilot II and the phone. J Follow the pairing process in this guide. J Wear ComPilot II around your neck. Keep distance to phone <10 m (<30 ft).
Causes What to do My phone rings but the name of the caller is not heard acoustically. J The Caller identification feature is not available or not enabled on your phone. J Two phones are connected to your ComPilot II. J Caller identification may be switched off. J Please refer to the phone’s user guide to check the availability of this feature. J If two phones are connected Caller identification is only available on the phone that was last paired to ComPilot II.
Causes What to do J The surrounding noise may be too loud. J Although ComPilot II features noise reduction technologies, very noisy environments should be avoided. J Suggest to your callers that they increase the phone volume. ComPilot II is unresponsive or there are no light indicators when switching on. J ComPilot II battery may be dead. J It may indicate a software problem. J Charge your ComPilot II for at least 1 hour. J Unplug any connectors from ComPilot II. J Switch ComPilot II Off and On again.
Causes What to do I have interruptions while my audio streaming is active. J The neckloop antenna is broken. J ComPilot II is too far away from the hearing aids while streaming. J Hearing aids are not worn correctly. J Bluetooth signal is out of range. J Bluetooth transmitter is affected by an obstacle (e.g. cellular phone). J Replace the neckloop. J Wear the ComPilot II with the neckloop around your neck or check if neckloop cable is plugged in the ComPilot II correctly.
Causes What to do I cannot hear the call in my hearing aids when using my cordless phone with ComPilot II. J Some older phones cannot automatically stream audio to ComPilot II. J The connection must be initiated manually. J Type the number on your phone. J Then press the connect button and wait 5 seconds. Nothing happens when I press a button on the ComPilot II. Only the indicator light triple flash red. J The ComPilot II is in the locked state.
10. Service and Warranty 10.1 Local warranty Please ask the hearing care professional, where you purchased your device, about the terms of the local warranty. 10.2 International warranty Phonak offers a one year limited international warranty, valid as of the date of purchase. This limited warranty covers manufacturing and material defects. The warranty only comes into force if proof of purchase is shown.
10.3 Warranty limitation This warranty does not cover damage from improper handling or care, exposure to chemicals, immersion in water or undue stress. Damage caused by third parties or non-authorized service centers renders the warranty null and void. This warranty does not include any services performed by a hearing care professional in their office.
11. Compliance information Declaration of conformity Hereby Phonak AG declares that this Phonak product is in compliance with the essential requirements of the Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC as well as the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999/5/EC. The full text of the Declaration of Conformity can be obtained from the manufacturer or the local Phonak representative whose address can be taken from the list on http://www.phonak-us.com (worldwide locations).
Notice 1: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. 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. Notice 2: Changes or modifications made to this device not expressly approved by Phonak may void the FCC authorization to operate this device.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: J Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. J Increase the separation between the device and receiver.
12. Information and explanation of symbols With the CE symbol, Phonak AG confirms that this Phonak product meets the requirements of the Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC as well as the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC on radio and telecommunications equipment. This symbol indicates that the products described in these user instructions adhere to the requirements for an applied part of Type B of EN 60601-1. The surface of the device is specified as an applied part of Type B.
Indicates the medical device manufacturer, as defined in EU Directive 93/42/EEC. This symbol indicates that it is important for the user to pay attention to the relevant warning notices in these user guides. Important information for handling and product safety. EMC and radio communications compliance label Australia. Operating conditions The device is designed such that it functions without problems or restrictions if used as intended, unless otherwise noted in these user guide.
Temperature transport and storage: –20° to +60° Celsius (–4° to +140° Fahrenheit). Temperature operation: 0° to +40° Celsius (+32° to +104° Fahrenheit). Keep dry. Humidity transportation and storage: <90% (non condensing). Humidity operation: <95% (non condensing). Atmospheric pressure: 200 hPA to 1500 hPA.
The symbol with the crossed-out garbage bin is to make you aware that this device may not be thrown away as normal household waste. Please dispose of old or unused device, at waste disposal sites intended for electronic waste, or give your device to your hearing care professional for disposal. Proper disposal protects the environment and health. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Phonak is under license.
13. Important safety information The following pages contain important safety information. Hazard warnings Keep this device out of reach of children under 3 years. Phonak devices may generate magnetic fields. Tests that Phonak conducted showed that no interferences with the Implantable devices (e.g. pacemakers, defibrillators, etc.) were caused that would impact the safe and effective use of the Implantable devices.
Do not wear the device around the neck while it is connected to any programming equipment. Changes or modifications to the device that were not explicitly approved by Phonak are not permitted. Opening the device might damage it. If problems occur which cannot be resolved by following the remedy guidelines in the troubleshooting section of this user guide, consult your hearing care professional. This product has an embedded, non-replaceable battery.
Using the device, its connectors or cables in any way contradictory to their intended purpose as described in this user guide (e.g., wearing the USB cable around the neck) can cause injury. When operating machinery, ensure that no parts get caught in the machine. The mini-USB port is to be used for the described purpose only. For safety reasons, only use chargers supplied by Phonak or stabilized chargers with a rating of 5VDC, min. 500 mA. Caution: electric shock.
Do not use the device in explosive areas (mines or industrial areas with danger of explosions, oxygen rich environments or areas where flammable anesthetics are handled) or where electronic equipment is prohibited. Information on product safety Protect the device from excessive moisture (bathing, swimming), heat (radiator, car dashboard) or direct skin contact when sweating (workout, fitness, sport). Do not drop the device. Dropping onto a hard surface can damage your device.
Protect the device connectors, plugs, charging slot and power supply from dirt and debris. Clean the device using a damp cloth. Never use household cleaning products (detergent, soap, etc.) or alcohol to clean the device. Never use a microwave or other heating devices to dry the device. The digitally-coded, inductive transmission technology used in the device is highly reliable and experiences virtually no interference from other devices.
Do not disconnect the neckloop while the device is transmitting signals to your hearing aids. Do not connect a USB or audio cable exceeding 3 meters (9 ft) in length to the device. When the device is not in use, turn it off and store it safely. Other important information High-powered electronic equipment, larger electronic installations and metallic structures may impair and significantly reduce the operating range.
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