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to be able to listen for longer periods of time. Soon, you 
will be able to wear your hearing instrument comfortably 
all day long.

2. Conversation with another person

Sit with someone else in a quiet room. Face each other so 
you can read facial expressions easily. You may experience 
new speech sounds, which can seem a little disturbing in the 
beginning. However, after the brain has adapted to the new 
speech sounds, you should hear speech clearer.

3. Listen to radio or TV

When listening to the TV or the radio, start out by  listening to 
news commentators since they usually speak clearly, then try 
other programs. 

If you find it difficult to listen to TV or radio, your Hearing 
Care Professional should be able to give you advice on 
available accessories to enhance your listening capabilities 
for TV and radio.
 

4. In group conversations

Group situations are usually accompanied by a greater 
degree of background noise, and are, therefore, naturally 
more difficult to cope with. In such situations, therefore, 
focus your attention on the person you want to hear. If you 
miss a word, ask the speaker to repeat.

5. Telecoil use in church, theatre, or cinema 

An increasing number of churches, theatres and  public 
buildings often have loop systems installed. These systems 
send out wireless sound to be received by the telecoil in 
your hearing instrument. Typically, a sign will let you know 
whether the place has a  telecoil. Ask your Hearing Care 
Professional for details.

6. Using the telephone

When using the telephone tilt the receiver edge lightly on 
your cheek-bone in order to let the sound flow directly into 
the hearing aids microphone opening. This way, the hearing 
aid will not whistle and you ensure the best conditions to 
understand the conversation. When you have the receiver