Able Planet PS1600BTE, User Manual

Page 1: ...PERSONAL SOUND Over the Ear Amplifier User Guide PS1600BTE ...

Page 2: ...performance Personal Sound Amplifier Product is not a hearing aid nor is it intended for the treatment of hearing loss If you have concerns about your hearing we encourage you to seek professional assistance To help locate professionals in your area contact info ableplanet com ...

Page 3: ... 7 Removing the Sound Tube 8 9 Cleaning the Sound Tube 10 Changing the Sound Tube 11 Changing the Dome 12 Battery Information 13 14 Volume Program Control 15 Notes 19 Program Control Telephone 16 My Personal Sound 20 21 Caring for your Personal Sound 17 Important Tips 22 Troubleshooting 18 Safety Environmental 23 ...

Page 4: ...Page 4 Your Personal Sound Over the Ear Amplifier 3 2 4 6 5 1 ...

Page 5: ... as feedback problems or the desire for more amplification it may be desirable to change to the included Plus Dome Be sure to read the instructions on page 12 on changing the domes 4 Battery Door On Off Close the door to turn your device on Open the door to turn your device off 5 Serial Number Each device has a unique serial number on the body of the device 6 Retention Hook Flexible extension from...

Page 6: ...ly close the battery door 2 Off When you are not wearing your Personal Sound keep the battery door open to extend battery life Fully opening the battery door also allows internal moisture to evaporate which keeps device electronics working well ...

Page 7: ... close to the cheek along the front of the ear Place the retention hook in the bowl of the ear following the orientation of the arrow shown above Allergic reactions to hearing devices are unlikely However if you experience skin irritation redness swelling or soreness in or around your ears please contact your physician Wearing your Personal Sound Retention Hook Sound Tube ...

Page 8: ...Page 8 Removing the Sound Tube for Cleaning Hold the Personal Sound Amplifier at the base of the device Using your other hand grasp the base of the sound tube ...

Page 9: ...moving the Sound Tube for Cleaning Firmly twist the base of the sound tube until it is perpendicular to the device Disconnect the sound tube by pulling it firmly away from the device Do not pull on the thin tube ...

Page 10: ...soft dry cloth or tissue to clean the outside of the sound tube and dome Insert the cleaning wire at either end Push the wire all the way into the sound tube until it comes out the other side Pull the wire through and retain for future use Reattach the sound tube by snapping it firmly onto the brass nozzle on the body of the amplifier Do not use water to clean the tube as this may cause vapor or d...

Page 11: ... tube becomes discolored stiff or brittle it should be replaced Remove the sound tube See pages 8 9 Attach the new sound tube by snapping it firmly onto the brass nozzle on the body of the amplifier Changing the Sound Tube ...

Page 12: ...tube With clean fingers push a new dome as far as possible onto the sound tube When attached correctly the dome should touch the plastic ring around the sound tube see figure above If the dome is not securely attached to the sound tube it could come off in your ear canal If this happens it may be necessary to see a hearing professional Changing the Dome Changing the Dome Dome Plastic Ring ...

Page 13: ...0 hours Please insert a battery upon receipt of the device Low battery Indicator A warning of three double beeps every eight minutes indicates that the battery needs to be replaced If you do not change your battery you will hear another warning of six double beeps at which time your device will automatically turn off ...

Page 14: ... off the plastic tab 3 To fully activate the battery wait for one minute before gently closing the battery door If the door does not close easily check to see if the battery was inserted properly Battery Warning Information Dispose of used batteries in an environmentally friendly way Do not place batteries in your mouth If swallowed contact your physician immediately or call the National Battery H...

Page 15: ...pward or downward in small steps A longer press on the switch changes the digital amplifier to the next adjacent listening program These environmental pre sets change the basic level and tone property You can use the volume control function brief touch in any of the pre set programs to achieve your desired level for a given situation ...

Page 16: ... cause the program to change Pushing the upper part of the switch advances the program to the next numerical program the lower portion reverses the program direction You will hear the same number of beeps 1 2 3 or 4 to announce the program you are in each time you press and hold the rocker switch Each time the battery door is open amplifier turned Off the device will return to Program 1 and the de...

Page 17: ...t to dry it in an oven or a microwave Open the battery door remove the battery and let the device dry naturally for 24 hours When you re not wearing your Personal Sound open the battery door to allow any moisture to evaporate Store your device in a safe dry place away from direct sunlight and avoid extreme temperatures Remove your Personal Sound before using hair spray spray perfume or shaving lot...

Page 18: ...Page 18 Troubleshooting ...

Page 19: ...Page 19 Notes ...

Page 20: ... bands Wide range of level adjustment with easy operation Rocker Switch Nearly invisible Fits comfortably over the ear Lightweight over the ear design Multi Layered noise reduction Advanced adaptive feedback manager Automatic gain control in each of 4 pre set programs 12 gain adjustment bands Battery life Estimated 70 hours of use Special Features Technical Specifications ...

Page 21: ...h normal hearing struggle to hear in noisy environments or through heavy bass sounds LINX DSP amplifies hard to hear frequencies while reducing background noise to enhance sound quality and clarity LINX DSP V1 Thin Sound Tube Left or Right Open Dome preinstalled Additional Plus Domes Cleaning Wire Batteries 6 pack Hard shell protect storage case Soft carrying pouch Instruction manual LINX DSP ADVA...

Page 22: ... other tool into the sound outlet or microphone inlet to prevent damage to the amplifier Don t initially over use your amplifiers to the point of listening fatigue Enjoy a world of greater sound clarity and less listening stress Build up your use time gradually Experiment with the volume control and program changes available Do not expect perfection Listening will improve but some circumstances an...

Page 23: ...aring loss drainage of the ears pain in either of your ears dizziness or new and unexplained changes in your hearing seek medical attention Your amplifiers contain electronic components subject to the Directive 2002 96 EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment Please help protect the environment Do not dispose of your amplifies or batteries with household waste Recycle your batteries wheneve...

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