ReSound Vea ReSound Magna TM TM NON WIRELESS BEHIND-THE-EAR (BTE) USER GUIDE
Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your new hearing instruments. ReSound’s innovative sound technology and design, combined with the customized 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.
Symbols Contents i Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Direct audio input (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Description of the hearing instruments . . . . 6 Connecting/Disconnecting audio boots . . 20 Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Care and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 On/Off function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Description of the BTE hearing instruments VE360-DI VE370-DVI, VE270-DVI, VE170-VI VE380-DVI, VE280-DVI, VE180-VI MG490-DVI 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13.
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. the hearing instruments are not in use, i Tremember ip: Whenever 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 set your hearing instrument to give an acoustical indication when the battery is reaching its end of life. The hearing instrument will reduce amplification and emit a melody if battery power gets too low. This signal will recur every 5 minutes for VE60/70/80 models, and every 15 minutes for MG90 model, until the hearing instrument automatically switches off. It is recommended that you keep spare batteries on hand.
Removal (custom earmolds) 1. Hold a portion of your earmold towards the back of the ear. 2. Pull the earmould outward and simultaneously rotate the earmold forward. 3. Consult your hearing care professional if you have difficulties removing the hearing instrument. Removal (domes) 1. Hold the thin tube with your thumb and forefinger and pull the tube outward. 2. Consult your hearing care professional if you have difficulties removing the hearing instrument.
Program button Depending on your experience level with hearing instruments, individual hearing needs, and the type of listening environments you experience, your hearing care professional may activate additional programs. If additional programs have been activated, the following list explains how they work. 1. You can switch between programs by pushing the program button once. 2. You will then hear one or more beeps.
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.
PhoneNow usage Telephones can be used in a normal manner. A beep signal will indicate that the PhoneNow feature has automatically switched the hearing instrument to your telephone program. Initially, you may need to move the telephone receiver slightly to find the best position for reliable PhoneNow activation and good hearing on the telephone. i PhoneNow warnings 1. Keep magnets out of reach of pets, children and mentally challenged persons.
Connecting/Disconnecting audio boots Connecting audio boots 1. Align the tip of the audio boot with the groove just above the battery compartment and below the model number. 2. Once in place, move the boot in the direction of the battery compartment. 2 3. Gently click the audio boot onto the hearing instrument. Disconnecting audio boots 1. Press and hold the button on the front side of the audio booth. 2. Gently remove the audio boot from the hearing instrument.
7. Remove your hearing instrument when applying such things as cosmetics, perfume, aftershave, hair spray, and suntan lotion. These might get into the instrument and cause damage. Daily maintenance It is important to keep your hearing instrument clean and dry. On a daily basis, clean the hearing instruments using a soft cloth or tissue. In order to avoid damage due to humidity or excessive perspiration, the use of a drying kit is recommended.
How to apply domes It is recommended that your hearing care professional change domes, as incorrect dome replacement could result in injury. Standard domes 1. Push the new dome over the flanges on the thin tube. 2. Make sure that the new dome is properlyly and securely mounted. 1 2 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.
i General precautions 1. Do not leave hearing instruments in the sun, near an open fire, or in a hot, parked car. 2. Do not wear hearing instruments while showering, swimming, in heavy rain, or in a moist atmosphere such as a steam bath or sauna. 3. Should the hearing instrument become moist, remove the battery and place the hearing instrument in a closed container with a drying agent. Your hearing care professional can provide options for drying containers or kits. 4.
i Battery warning information 1. Do not put batteries in your mouth, as they can be harmful if swallowed. If s wallowed, seek medical help immediately. 2. Keep batteries away from pets, children and individuals who are mentally challenged. 3. Remove the batteries to prevent leakage when the hearing instruments are not in use for an extended period of time. 4. Do not attempt to recharge batteries (Zinc Air) which are not specifically designated as rechargeable because they may leak or explode. 5.
Notice for children with hearing loss: In addition to seeing a physician for a medical evaluation, a child with a hearing loss should be directed to an audiologist for evaluation and rehabilitation because hearing loss may cause problems in language development and the educational and social growth of a child. An audiologist is qualified by training and experience to assist in the evaluation and rehabilitation of a child with hearing loss.
Troubleshooting Guide SYMPTOM 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 earmold or tube • Clean earmold or tube Not loud • Incorrect earmold placement • Reinsert earmold enough • Blocked earmold or dome • Clean earmold, replace dome, replace filter • Blocked sound outlet filter • Change filter or consult your hearing care professional • Change in hearing sen
Troubleshooting Guide SYMPTOM CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY Excessive • Incorrect earmold placement • Re-insert earmold 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 • Earmold tubing worn or damaged • Consult your hearing care professional • Thin tube connection loose • Change thin tube or consult your hearing care professional • H
Technical data Technical data VE60-DI Maximum Output (OSPL 90) VE70-DVI, VE70-VI Maximum Output (OSPL 90) 2cc Coupler 42 48 40 125 113 0,2 0,3 0,5 72 98 54 47 123 119 0,9 0,7 0,4 78 103 23 24 Frequency range (DIN 45605) Current Drain (Quiescent / Operating) Typical Battery life time (Battery type 312) 1006360 dB 114 Full-On and Reference Test Gain 2cc Coupler dB SPL 1,3 / 1,4 1,3 / 1,4 mA 114 Frequency (Hz) % dB SPL hrs HFA 35 44 Max. 1600 Hz/HFA Max.
Technical data Technical data VE80-DVI, VE80-VI Maximum Output (OSPL 90) 150 MG90-DVI Maximum Output (OSPL 90) 150 2cc Coupler 140 67 62 136 129 1,5 0,3 0,5 93 114 Current Drain (Quiescent / Operating) Typical Battery life time (Battery type 312) dB SPL 90 Frequency (Hz) % Full-On and Reference Test Gain 80 dB SPL 70 100Hz 6120 1,3 / 1,5 mA 207 hrs 81 75 139 131 1,5 0,7 0,4 114 106 2cc Coupler Full-on gain 50dB SPL input 60 Frequency range (DIN 45605) 50 Current Drain (Quiescent / O
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Warranty and repairs ReSound provides a warranty on hearing instruments in the event of defects in workmanship or materials, as described in applicable warranty documentation. In its service policy, ReSound pledges to secure functionality at least equivalent to the original hearing instrument. As a signatory to the United Nations Global Compact initiative, ReSound is committed to doing this in line with environment-friendly best practices.
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