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Contents Controls 4 Welcome 6 SmartLink and accessories 7 Answering a call Rejecting a call Making a call Switching off the Bluetooth link 37 39 40 41 Special functions Changing the FM channel Finding a third-party channel (scan) 42 42 44 Using SmartLink – examples 46 Optional charging units 49 50 50 50 52 First steps Charging the SmartLink Switching on/off Operating range Attaching/detaching the lavalier cord Choosing the best microphone setting Keypad lock 8 8 10 13 14 16 18 Using the hear
Controls 햲 햳 햲 Microphone on/off switch 햳 Microphone functions SuperZoom2 (narrow-angle sound pickup) Zoom (wider-angle sound pickup) Omni (360° sound pickup) 햴 LCD 햵 Telephone keys Call answer Call end 햶 Hearing instrument remote control + Hearing instrument volume increase – Hearing instrument volume decrease P Hearing instrument program change F Program change: “FM active”/ ”FM + hearing instrument microphone active” 햷 Keypad lock To lock: Press – and F together To unlock: Press the same key
Welcome SmartLink and accessories This unique combination of an FM transmitter, mobile phone link and hearing instrument remote control is the gateway to a completely new hearing experience. 햲 SmartLink To obtain maximum benefit from the SmartLink and its comprehensive features, please read this user guide carefully. Ask your hearingcare professional if you have any questions. Phonak wishes you much hearing enjoyment with the SmartLink.
First steps: Charging the SmartLink ! The SmartLink contains a non-removable Lithium-ion battery with fast-charge capability. A fully exhausted battery takes around 2 hours to charge. The battery will be about 80 % charged within an hour. Use only original Phonak charging units • The battery symbol in the SmartLink display flashes during charging. The battery cannot be over-charged. • The battery symbol stops flashing when the SmartLink is 100 % charged.
Switching the SmartLink on/off To switch on: • Press and hold the main switch for 2 seconds. • At switch-on, the SmartLink automatically selects the most recently used FM channel. The SmartLink automatically synchronizes multichannel receivers to this channel. • The initial microphone setting at switch-on is always Omni (display symbol: ) • The display shows startup information during switch-on.
SmartLink operating range At switch-off, the SmartLink automatically resets Phonak hearing instruments with remote control compatibility to the program that was previously in use. The short antenna and lavalier cord plug in at the front of the SmartLink, next to the on/off switch.
Attaching and detaching the lavalier cord • To attach: Slide in gently, following a straight line. 1. • To detach: Press together the side buttons and gently slide out from the SmartLink. click 2. • To adjust the cord length: Press on the large button and retract or withdraw the cord. The cord length should be adjusted so that the SmartLink is 20–30 cm (8–12") away from the wearer’s mouth.
Choosing the best microphone setting Recommended for 16 Noise level Focus Voice pickup pattern Super Zoom2 high fewer speakers focused in a narrow angle in front of the SmartLink Zoom medium fewer speakers wider angle in front of the SmartLink Omni low more speakers 360° around the SmartLink Symbol in display 17
Keypad lock The SmartLink features a keypad lock, to prevent in advertent operation of the controls. • To lock the controls: Switch on the SmartLink, then simultaneously press – and F . ” LOC ” appears in the display. Using the hearing instrument remote control • The built-in remote control is a simple and convenient way to operate Phonak digital hearing instruments with remote control compatibility.
Using the hearing instrument remote control Program selection Symbols in the display • Press the P key to activate the next program in your hearing instruments. • Every time F is pressed, the program alternates between FM (SmartLink active, hearing instrument microphones switched off) and FM+M mode (SmartLink and hearing instrument microphones active simultaneously).
Using an external microphone • The SmartLink can be used with an external mini clip-on or MiniBoom microphone. These can be advantageous in a variety of situations like college, lectures or presentations, or in an automobile. • If the SmartLink was switched off before using the external microphone: When the microphone is switched off, the SmartLink automatically switches off 40-50 seconds later.
Using an external microphone 24 Usage Action External microphone only. Plug in the external microphone as illustrated and switch it on, if necessary. The SmartLink begins relaying speech as soon as it detects a signal. “ A “ appears in the display. SmartLink microphone and external microphone simultaneously. Plug in the external microphone and press the SmartLink key. Switch off SmartLink microphone; only the external microphone remains active. Press the End of use.
Connecting SmartLink to a television • The SmartLink can be directly connected to audio equipment like televisions, CD and MP3 players, and computers with audio outputs. • “ A ” appears in the display to indicate that the SmartLink is relaying an audio signal from a television or other external source. ! Use the short antenna or the lavalier cord as an antenna.
Connecting SmartLink to a television 28 Usage Action Television only. Plug in the SmartLink as illustrated and switch on the television. The SmartLink switches on automatically when it detects an audio signal from the television. " A “ appears on the LCD. Simultaneous television sound and people speaking in the room. Connect the SmartLink to the television as described previously. Switch on the television and press the SmartLink key.
SmartLink and mobile phones Bluetooth link Bluetooth operating range: • SmartLink can communicate with a Bluetooth compatible mobile phone. Please ask your mobile phone dealer if you are uncertain whether your model is Bluetooth-capable. • SmartLink works within a maximum 2– 3 meter (7–10 ft) radius of the mobile phone – similar to the effective operating range of Bluetooth headsets. • A line of sight between SmartLink and the mobile phone is not required.
How SmartLink interacts with a mobile phone Pairing SmartLink • SmartLink works like a Bluetooth headset. Pairing is the process of associating Bluetooth devices with the mobile phone. Most mobile phones can be paired with multiple devices simultaneously. Pairing is necessary only once, before first use.
Activating SmartLink for mobile phone use Pairing SmartLink P To use SmartLink with the mobile phone, activate the Bluetooth link between the mobile phone and the SmartLink: • Select SmartLink from the mobile phone list of coupled devices (refer to instructions). • The mobile phone automatically recognizes the SmartLink and displays a newly found headset named “SmartLink”. • Select SmartLink on the mobile phone. The mobile phone requests an identification code (pass key).
Activating SmartLink for mobile phone use Answering a call The SmartLink is now ready to take incoming calls. To answer calls, the SmartLink must be activated for mobile phone use. To answer an incoming call, you do not need to operate the mobile phone. For possible options such as automatic language selection or various Bluetooth operating modes, please refer to your mobile phone instructions. • The LCD indicator starts flashing when a call is received.
Answering a call Rejecting a call • Speak directly into the SmartLink. You hear the caller’s voice in both hearing instruments. If you prefer not to answer a call, press the red telephone key on the right until the “+“ symbol appears. Depending on the mobile phone, this may also deactivate the Bluetooth link. To reactivate the link, press the red telephone key again until the “+“ symbol appears. • SmartLink continues to relay incoming calls to the hearing instruments even while it is switched off.
Making a call Switching off the Bluetooth link The SmartLink must be switched on and connected with the mobile phone in order to make calls (see page 35). Switching off economizes on power. To switch off Bluetooth on the SmartLink, press the red telephone key on the right until the “+“ symbol appears. • Enter or select a number to call on the mobile phone. The mobile phone’s voice dialing feature can also be used, if available. Refer to the mobile phone’s instructions.
Special functions Changing the FM channel This function should only be used with multi-channel FM receivers. • SmartLink resumes normal mode 10 seconds after the last key press. The channel indicator stops flashing, and the frequency change is complete. The SmartLink remote control is again ready for use. • Press the + and F keys together. The channel indicator in the display starts flashing.
Finding a third-party channel (scan) This function is only available with multi-channel FM receivers. With this function, FM receivers can seek out the channel being used by another system on an unknown frequency and synchronize accordingly. It is useful in lectures or presentations, for example, when the speaker is already using somebody else’s FM transmitter. • The SmartLink automatically switches off while the FM receivers start scanning for the third-party channel.
Using SmartLink – examples Around a table Recommended for: - Business meetings - In restaurants - Conferences - At home Microphone setting: Omni In practical use: Antenna: Short antenna Hand-held (reporter-style) Microphone setting: Zoom Antenna: Short antenna (where necessary) 46 Hand to your conversation partner Recommended for: - Walks - Lectures - Sport - Whenever traveling with another person Microphone setting: Zoom In practical use: Antenna: Lavalier cord Recommended for: - Parties - Conv
On the telephone Recommended for: - Use while driving - General Optional charging units The optional automotive charging unit can be used to charge the SmartLink while on the road. Microphone setting: Zoom (set automatically) In practical use: Antenna: short antenna Using a MiniBoom external microphone Recommended for: - Teaching situations - Using the telephone while driving A solar charging unit can even charge the SmartLink outdoors, without a mains electricity supply.
FM-Receivers Setup of FM-Receivers Users of Phonak hearing instruments should check recommended receiver settings in the respective user guide. Principle benefits of multi-frequency receivers • Default frequency MicroLink receivers are programmed with a standard default frequency activated at startup. It can be modified at Phonak service centers. 50 • Frequency synchronization SmartLink can change your MicroLink receiver frequency directly ‘over the air’ (see page 42).
MLxS switch settings Important points For correct MLxS switch settings with Phonak hearing instruments, please refer to the respective hearing instrument user guide. • Do not use two transmitters on the same frequency. • Do not use water or other fluids for cleaning. • Use only original Phonak accessories. • Do not use SmartLink in locations where it is forbidden to use electronic devices, for instance in aero planes. • Be aware that radio signals might also be picked up and overheard by other receivers.
Troubleshooting Situation Most probable cause Remedy SmartLink does not switch on. Battery exhausted. Charge the SmartLink (2 hours minimum). Radio interference. Extraneous cause: radio antenna or similar interfering devices nearby. Change channel (see page 42). Voices are inaudible when the SmartLink is switched on. a) Hearing instrument set to wrong program. b) Receiver switched off. c) Radio frequency not synchronized. a) Check hearing instrument program / press F . b) Switch on receiver.
Troubleshooting Situation Most probable cause Remedy Insufficient operating range. Antenna not connected. Connect the short antenna, or the lavalier cord. A second person’s voice is audible. Another hearing aid user uses the same channel. Change channel (see page 42). Remote-controllable Phonak hearing instruments do not respond. SmartLink and hearing instruments too far apart. Hold the SmartLink 50 cm (20") or closer to the hearing instruments when using remote control functions.
Declaration of conformity Important Notes for Users in the USA and Canada Phonak AG, Laubisrütistrasse 28, CH-8712 Stäfa, Switzerland This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. confirms that the SmartLink conforms to EN 300-422, EN 30-328, EN 301-489 and EN 60950 guidelines including all necessary annexes. The SmartLink is used by hearing-impaired people. To operate the SmartLink, BTE hearing instruments with MicroLink receivers are required.
the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • lncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Restrictions This transmitter is authorized by rule under the Low Power Radio Service (47 C.F.R.
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