Hearing Instrument Supplement This supplement details the “how-to” aspects of your newly purchased hearing instruments. Please refer to the ReSound Vea User Guide that came with your hearing instruments for important information including warnings and precautions. __________________________________________ Model information: Your hearing instrument model designation is Distributed by: GN ReSound North America 8001 Bloomington Freeway, Bloomington, MN 55420 1-888-735-4327 MK603449 Rev. A 2012.
Contents page Getting started Illustration of the hearing instrument ������������������������� 2 How to use the hearing instrument ��������������������������� 4 On/Off function SmartStart™ Changing the battery Inserting the hearing instrument —with Thin Tube and dome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 —with standard earmold and tubing . . . . . . . . . . 7 Removing the hearing instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Controls and features Volume control Program selector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Getting started Illustration of the Hearing InstrumenT 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Program selector Battery door and on/off switch Sound outlet Front microphone sound inlet Back microphone sound inlet Volume control 7. Direct Audio Input (DAI) contact 8. Left/Right indicator (left=blue, right=red) 9.
How to Use the Hearing Instrument On/Off function Your ReSound Vea hearing instrument is equipped with an on/off switch integrated into the battery door. • When the battery door is fully closed, the instrument is turned on and Program 1 will be activated. On Off • To turn the instrument off, open the battery door. TIP: Whenever you are not using the instrument, remember to turn it off to reduce battery consumption.
2. Grasp the Thin Tube where it bends and push the dome into your ear canal (toward your nose). The dome should be placed far enough into the ear so that the Thin Tube lies flush against your head. When the dome is placed correctly, you should not see the Thin Tube sticking out when looking directly into a mirror. If using a sports lock, ensure that it is properly placed into the bowl of the ear. By experimenting, you may find a method that is easier for you.
3. Place the hearing instrument behind your ear. 4. Move the earmold up and down and press gently to ensure it is positioned correctly in your ear. Opening and closing your mouth can ease insertion. You will feel when the earmold is positioned correctly. By experimenting, you may find a method that is easier for you. When properly inserted, the instrument should fit comfortably in and behind your ear.
Your program environments: (To be completed together with your hearing healthcare professional) Program Description 1 2 3 4 Telephone Use Telephone use may require some practice in order to maximize your performance. Experimenting with various hearing instrument features and proper positioning of the telephone will help you optimize the signal you hear on the telephone.
previous listening program. In most instances, it is necessary to mount a magnet on the phone in order to enhance your hearing instrument’s ability to detect the phone signal. Placement of PhoneNow magnet In order to place PhoneNow magnet properly: 1. Clean the telephone receiver thoroughly. 2. Hold the telephone as you typically would when making a telephone call. 3. Place the magnet just below the sound port on the telephone receiver.
Using Assistive Listening (Tele-Loop) Systems Many gathering places are equipped with assistive listening (tele-loop) systems, for example, schools, theaters and houses of worship. To take advantage of a tele-loop system, select the telecoil program. When the telecoil program has been selected, you will be able to hear a clean sound signal via the tele-loop system.
hearing instrument will reduce amplification and play a melody of beeps if the battery voltage drops below a critical threshold. This signal will recur every five minutes until the hearing instrument automatically switches off. case with a soft cloth or tissue after use to remove skin oils or moisture. The timing of the low battery indicator can vary slightly, depending on the type of battery used. It is recommended that you keep spare batteries on hand.
warm water and mild detergent. If earwax is lodged in the sound canal of the earmold, the cleaning loop or a syringe with lukewarm water can easily be used to “push” the earwax out. the black cleaning rod to “push” any debris out of the Thin Tube. The cleaning rod should be inserted where the tube attaches to the instrument and pushed all the way through the Thin Tube and out through the dome. NOTE: Be sure to thoroughly dry the earmold and its tubing before reconnecting it to the hearing instrument.
Preparing a Tulip-Dome for insertion NOTES: The Tulip-Dome consists of two “petals” and it is important that the largest “petal” is the outermost “petal” (figure 3). ______________________________________________ This can easily be done by pushing the “petals” away from the sound tube with your finger (figure 1). This will make the large “petal” bend forward. Then you push it back and it will be placed on top of the smaller “petal ” (figure 2). Now the Tulip-Dome is ready to be mounted on the Thin Tube.
Troubleshooting Guide SYMPTOM CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY No sound • • • • • Not turned on Battery low/dead Battery improperly inserted Blocked earmold, tubing or dome Blocked sound inlet or outlet • • • • • Not loud enough • • • • • Loose earmold or dome Blocked earmold or dome Earmold or dome improperly inserted Change in hearing Volume set too low • • • • • • Excessive earwax • Blocked sound inlet or outlet Turn on by closing the battery door Replace battery Insert battery properly Clean earmold, t
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