GN Resound V80, Operating Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ReSound V Model V80 ...

Page 2: ...anding sound quality to your family social and professional life Your hearing instrument has been adjusted to your indi vidual hearing loss Please familiarize yourself with the information in this booklet Proper understanding and use of your new GN ReSound hearing instrument will allow you to derive maximum hearing benefit ReSound V is a trademark of GN ReSound GN RESOUND V SERIES BEHIND THE EAR P...

Page 3: ... 6 Your ReSound V set up 7 Stand by Function 7 On Off Function 7 Changing the Battery 8 Battery Warning Information 9 Daily Maintenance 10 The Ear mould 11 12 Telephone Use 13 Using Assistive Listening Systems 14 Repairs 14 General Precautions 15 Technical Data 15 Troubleshooting Guide 16 17 Key Word Index 18 ...

Page 4: ...4 Your ReSound V Hearing Instrument 1 Mode Selector Volume Control 2 Battery Compartment 3 Sound Outlet 4 Microphone Sound Inlet 1 3 2 4 ...

Page 5: ...5 0297 V80 6 7 6 Model 7 Manufacturer ...

Page 6: ...d 3 different modes The first mode is the Comfort Mode a standard feature for more comfort in noisy environments with less demanding speech understanding needs in the car in the mall If you select the telecoil option you have additionally the T and MT modes If your hearing care professional has programmed the telecoil option with the specific modes into your instrument you can select the modes sim...

Page 7: ... seconds You will hear a series of beeps and the device is now in stand by mode Before returning to functional mode you will need to wait approximately 5 seconds After waiting press the mode selector once Please note that the instrument is using a small amount of power when in stand by mode On Off Function When the battery compartment of your ReSound V instrument is fully closed the instrument is ...

Page 8: ...attery compartment by turning the instrument off After removing the old battery insert the new one with the flat side facing the on the battery door It should fit in like a puzzle piece The battery door should close very easily Never use force to close the door as this may damage your hearing instrument Always use a size 13 Zinc Air battery Please note that if the battery is weak the hearing instr...

Page 9: ...r safety and for the environment Do NOT attempt to recharge batteries which are not specifically designated rechargeable as they may leak or explode Do NOT attempt to dispose of batteries by burning them Keep batteries away from small children and pets Do NOT place batteries in your mouth If swallowed see a physician immediately ...

Page 10: ... agent dessicator overnight Consult your hearing care professional concerning which drying agent to use To avoid the need for unwarranted repairs Never immerse the instrument in water or other liquids since this may cause permanent damage to the circuitry Protect your hearing instrument from rough handling and avoid dropping it on hard surfaces or floors Do not leave the instrument in or near dire...

Page 11: ...t that the ear mould fits correctly into your ear If the ear mould irritates your ear in any way and prevents you from wearing your hearing instrument please contact your hearing care professional to have the ear mould modified You should never attempt to modify the shape of the ear mould yourself Ear mould Tube ...

Page 12: ...uck in the sound canal of the ear mould the cleaning loop or a syringe with lukewarm water can easily be used to push the wax out Be sure to thoroughly dry the ear mould and its tubing before reconnecting it to the hearing instrument Blow gently through the tubing to remove moisture trapped inside The silicone tubing connecting the ear mould to the hearing instrument should be changed if it become...

Page 13: ...he hearing instrument will only pick up the sounds coming from the telephone When using the telecoil programme the receiver of the tele phone should be held as shown in the drawing You may need to move the handset around slightly to find the best reception Not all telephones are compatible with the induction coil in the hearing instrument which will therefore not function in the telecoil mode In t...

Page 14: ...e loop system try and sit as close as possible to the front To take advantage of the Direct Audio Input DAI function of your instrument you will need to connect the desired system to your instrument via a DAI boot Once the system is connected via the DAI boot your instrument will automatically switch to the DAI mode Consult your hearing care professional about this feature and to learn about syste...

Page 15: ...however momentarily affect the sound quality or create strange sounds from the hearing instruments Warning Do not wear the hearing instrument in mines or other explosive areas unless those areas are certified for hearing instrument use Warning External devices connected to the electrical input must be safe according to the requirements of EN 60601 1 1 or EN 60065 as appropriate Warning to the hear...

Page 16: ...uld enough Blocked ear mould Change in hearing Excessive ear wax Volume set too low Whistles Loose ear mould Volume set too high Not clear Weak battery Distorted Poorly fitting ear mould Hearing instrument damaged Hearing instrument settings not optimum If there are any other problems not mentioned in this guide please contact your hearing care professional ...

Page 17: ...refully Clean ear mould Consult your hearing care professional Consult your physician Consult your hearing care professional Remove and reinsert Consult your hearing care professional Replace battery Consult your hearing care professional Consult your hearing care professional Consult your hearing care professional ...

Page 18: ...ttery compartment 4 7 8 Cerumen earwax 12 Cleaning the instrument 10 12 Ear mould 11 12 Environmental programmes 7 Low battery warnings 8 Maintenance 10 12 On off function 7 Telecoil use 6 13 14 Telephone use 13 Troubleshooting guide 16 17 User operated controls 4 6 7 Volume control 4 6 ...

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