Siemens Carat A binax, User Manual

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Page 2: ...ize and handling tips 10 Replacing batteries 11 Recharging rechargeable batteries 12 Daily use 13 Turning on and off 13 Inserting and removing the hearing instruments 15 Adjusting the volume 18 Changing the hearing program 19 Further adjustments optional 19 Special listening situations 20 Setting the focus optional 20 On the phone 22 Audio induction loops 24 Audio input FM system 25 ...

Page 3: ...Hearing instruments 27 Ear pieces 28 Professional maintenance 30 Further information 31 Wireless functionality 31 Accessories 31 Symbols used in this document 31 Troubleshooting 32 Service information 34 Country specific information 35 ...

Page 4: ...are Professional will help you understand the advantages and greater quality of life your hearing instruments offer To receive the most benefit from your hearing instruments it is recommended that you wear them every day all day This will help you get adjusted to them CAUTION It is important to read this user guide and the safety manual thoroughly and completely Follow the safety information to av...

Page 5: ...e The instruments are not intended for infants small children or mentally disabled persons Getting to know your hearing instruments It is recommended to familiarize yourself with your new hearing instruments With the instruments in your hand try using the controls and note their location on the instrument This will make it easier for you to feel and press the controls while wearing the hearing ins...

Page 6: ...nents and names ૣ ૣ ૣ ૢ ૢ ૠ Ear piece Receiver Receiver cable Microphone openings Rocker switch control Charging contact Carat binax only Battery compartment on off switch Side indicator red right ear blue left ear Receiver connection ...

Page 7: ...om made ear pieces Standard ear pieces Size Click RP HΠsingle open or closed Click Dome semi open Click Dome double You can easily exchange the standard ear pieces Read more in section Maintenance and care Custom made ear pieces Custom shell Click 0 ROG Π...

Page 8: ...as programmed your desired functions to the rocker switch You can also use a remote control Rocker switch function L R Press briefly Program up down Volume up down Tinnitus noiser level up down Sound balance Focus selection spatial configurator Sound mixer audio input Press long Standby turn on Program up down Press very long Standby turn on L Left R Right ...

Page 9: ...lephone program when the telephone receiver approaches the ear Read more in section On the phone The tinnitus noiser generates a soft noise to distract you from your tinnitus To recharge batteries in hearing instruments with charging contacts simply place the instruments in the charger After charging the charger dehumidifies the hearing instruments The e2e wireless functionality enables simultaneo...

Page 10: ...ry size and handling tips Ask your Hearing Care Professional for recommended batteries Battery size 13 Always use the correct battery size for your hearing instruments Remove the batteries if you intend not to use the hearing instruments for several days Always carry spare batteries Remove empty batteries immediately and follow your local recycling rules for battery disposal Batteries ...

Page 11: ...Batteries 11 Replacing batteries Removing the battery X X Open the battery compartment X X Use the magnet stick to pull out the battery The magnet stick is available as an accessory ...

Page 12: ...ance the battery is not inserted correctly Do not attempt to close the battery compartment by force It can be damaged Recharging rechargeable batteries Charge rechargeable batteries before first use X X To charge the batteries follow the instructions in the FK DU J HU VX VHU J X LG H After many recharging cycles the battery lifetime may reduce In this case replace the rechargeable battery with a n...

Page 13: ... X X Turning off Open the battery compartment to the first catch After charging X X Turning on Take the instruments out of the charger The default volume and hearing program are set Via rocker switch X X Turning on or off Press and hold the rocker switch for several seconds Refer to section Controls for the settings of the rocker switch After turning on the previously used volume and hearing progr...

Page 14: ...e hearing instruments an alert tone can indicate when an instrument is being turned on or off When the power on delay is activated the hearing instruments turn on after a delay of several seconds During this time you can insert the hearing instruments into your ears without experiencing unpleasant feedback whistling The power on delay can be activated by your Hearing Care Professional ...

Page 15: ...erting a hearing instrument X X Hold the receiver cable at the bend closer to the ear piece X X Carefully push the ear piece in the ear canal X X Twist it slightly until it sits well Open and close your mouth to avoid accumulation of air in the ear canal X X Lift the hearing instrument and slide it over the top of your ear CAUTION Risk of injury X X Insert the ear piece carefully and not too deepl...

Page 16: ...ting the ear piece use the other hand to gently pull your earlobe downwards This opens the ear canal and eases insertion of the ear piece The optional retention strand helps to securely retain the ear piece in your ear To position the retention strand X X Bend the retention strand and position it carefully into the bottom of the bowl of your ear refer to the picture ...

Page 17: ... the back of your head X X For all other ear pieces Grip the receiver in the ear canal with two fingers and pull it carefully out Do not pull the receiver cable CAUTION Risk of injury X X In very rare cases the ear piece could remain in your ear when removing the hearing instrument If this happens have the ear piece removed by a medical professional Clean and dry your hearing instruments after usa...

Page 18: ...uation X X If you prefer manual volume adjustment press the rocker switch briefly or use a remote control Refer to section Controls for the setting of the rocker switch An optional signal tone can indicate the volume change Once the maximum or minimum volume has been reached you may hear an optional signal tone ...

Page 19: ...o section Controls for the setting of the rocker switch Refer to section Settings for a list of your hearing programs If the AutoPhone function is activated the hearing program switches automatically to a telephone program when the telephone receiver is close to the ear Read more in section On the phone Further adjustments optional The controls of your hearing instruments can also be used to chang...

Page 20: ...VHOH FW GLIIHU HQ W OH YHOV I U RP IRFX VW RI U RQ W DO position left picture to middle position center picture to hear all around right picture Prerequisites You need to wear two hearing instruments On one of your hearing instruments the rocker switch needs to be set for the spatial configurator Refer to section Controls for the setting of the rocker switch With a suitable remote control and smar...

Page 21: ...nded for unique and temporary listening situations The hearing instruments thus return automatically to the automatic setting of program 1 if the sound environment changes significantly or after approximately 45 minutes You can also exit the spatial configurator mode Exiting spatial configurator mode X X Toggle to the minimum or maximum level An optional signal tone can indicate the minimum and ma...

Page 22: ... so that the ear is not completely covered Telephone program You may prefer a certain volume when using the phone Ask your Hearing Care Professional to configure a telephone program X X Switch to the telephone program whenever you are on the phone or use the automatic program switch If a telephone program or the automatic program switch are configured for your hearing instruments it is listed in s...

Page 23: ... to do the following Activate the AutoPhone function Check the telephone receiver s magnetic field For the automatic program switch your hearing instrument detects the telephone receiver s magnetic field Not all telephones produce a magnetic field strong enough to activate the AutoPhone function In this case you can use the Siemens AutoPhone magnet which is available as an accessory and attach it ...

Page 24: ...udio induction loop systems by certain signs Ask your Hearing Care Professional to configure a telecoil program X X Switch to the telecoil program whenever you are in a place with an audio induction loop If a telecoil program is configured for your hearing instruments it is listed in section Settings Telecoil program and remote control NOTICE For instruments with wireless connectivity When the tel...

Page 25: ...listening situations and for children in classrooms Most FM systems allow for coupling with audio devices like an MP3 player Notes The battery compartment with audio input is available as an accessory only for Carat A hearing instruments As an alternative you can use an audio streaming device accessory with a plug for FM receivers Ask your Hearing Care Professional to configure your hearing instru...

Page 26: ...prevent very rare cases of electric shock X X Use the audio input only with battery operated devices or FM systems WARNING Risk of electric shock X X Connect audio input only to a device conforming to IEC 60065 the IEC Norm for audio video and other electronic devices ...

Page 27: ...n battery compartment and batteries removed in a drying system to avoid the adverse effects of moisture Cleaning Your hearing instruments have a protective coating However if not cleaned regularly you may damage the hearing instruments or cause personal injury X X Clean your hearing instruments daily with a soft dry tissue X X Never use running water or immerse the devices in water X X Never apply...

Page 28: ...ate on the ear pieces This may affect sound quality Clean the ear pieces daily For all types of ear pieces X X Clean the ear piece right after removal with a soft and dry tissue This prevents that cerumen becomes dry and hard For Click Domes X X Squeeze the tip of the dome ...

Page 29: ...nds on the type of ear piece In section Components and names your Hearing Care Professional has marked your type of ear piece Exchanging Click Domes If you have problems removing the old Click Dome use the removal tool or follow the instructions on the packaging of the Click Domes The removal tool is available as an accessory X X Take particular care that the new Click Dome clicks noticeable in pl...

Page 30: ...rofessional can perform a thorough professional cleaning and maintenance Custom made ear pieces and wax filters should be exchanged as needed by a professional Ask you Hearing Care Professional for your individual recommendation of maintenance intervals and for support ...

Page 31: ...ing situation simultaneously Wireless functionality enables the use of a remote control Accessories The type of available accessories depends on the instrument type Examples are a remote control an audio streaming device or a smartphone app for remote control Consult your Hearing Care Professional for further information Symbols used in this document Points out a situation that could lead to serio...

Page 32: ... ear piece Hearing instrument emits whistling sounds Reinsert the ear piece until it fits securely Decrease the volume Clean or exchange the ear piece Sound is distorted Decrease the volume Replace or recharge the empty battery depending on the battery type Clean or exchange the ear piece Hearing instrument emits signal tones Replace or recharge the empty battery depending on the battery type ...

Page 33: ...nstrument on Gently close the battery compartment completely Replace or recharge the empty battery depending on the battery type Make sure the battery is inserted correctly Power on delay is active Wait several seconds and check again Consult your Hearing Care Professional if you encounter further problems ...

Page 34: ...Further information 34 Service information Serial numbers Left Right Service dates 1 2 3 4 5 6 Your Hearing Care Professional Date of purchase ...

Page 35: ...Further information 35 Country specific information ...

Page 36: ...Siemens AG 08 2014 JN7241 Printed in the UK Legal Manufacturer Siemens Audiologische Technik GmbH Gebbertstrasse 125 91058 Erlangen Germany Phone 49 9131 308 0 United Kingdom Siemens Hearing Instruments Ltd Platinum House Sussex Manor Business Park Gatwick Road Crawley West Sussex RH10 9NH Phone 44 0 1293 423700 ...