Audicus ALTO User manual

Instruction Manual
Bluetooth Remote

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Thank you for choosing Audicus!
We are excited for you to experience our hearing aids.
Your Bluetooth Remote will allow your hearing aids to connect with your
technology.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at
888-979-6918 or [email protected].

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What’s Inside 4 iPhone Pairing 17
Bluetooth Remote 5 Android Pairing 18
TV Streamer 7 Remote Control & Phone Calls 19
Charging the Remote 8 Smart Call Features 20
Power On the Remote 11 Phone Calll Restrictions 21
Operating Distance 12 Bluetooth Dock Cables 22
Standby Mode 13 Watching TV 23
General Functions of Remote 14 Media Playback 25
Programs 15 Changing Between Programs 26
Cellphone Pairing 16 Contact Us 27
Contents

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What’s Inside
Bluetooth
Remote
Power Plug +
Adapters
USB Cable
Component Function
Bluetooth Remote wireless media communication
USB Cable connects remote to power plug to charge
Power Plug + Adapters connects remote to wall outlet to charge
Key Chain Clip attaches your remote to a key ring
Key
Ring

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What’s inside
Component Function
Bluetooth Dock wireless communication and remote charger
Power Plug Set connects remote to power plug to charge
Coaxial Cable connects streamer to device with coaxial end
Optical Cable connects streamer to device with optical cord end
Analog 3.5 mm Cable connects streamer to device with analog 3.5 mm end
Analog RCA Cable connects streamer to device with analog RCA end
Bluetooth
Dock
Analog 3.5 mm
Optical
Analog RCA
Coaxial
Power Plug
Screw Driver + Screw
Audio Cables

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Bluetooth Remote
Master
Button
Grip Ridges
USB Charging Port
-
+
Volume Buttons
Front View Right Side View
Back View
Bottom View
Microphone
LED
Indicator
Remote
Clip
Power
Switch
Top View

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TV Streamer
Power Button
Volume Buttons
Remote Charging Dock
Front View Back View

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Charging the Remote
Assemble Your Charger
Attach selected plug to the charger by inserting round corner of plug into
round corner of adapter. You can change the plug by releasing the lock. See
below.
Attach Remove
move dial down
to remove
Connect to the end of USB port of remote to charge.
*Included are international plugs for your charger.

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Bluetooth Remote Indicators
Charge the remote for at least 3 hours before initial use. It is safe to leave
the remote connected to charger overnight.
Remote shines green for 2 seconds when switched on and red for 2 seconds
when switched off.
Charging the Remote
Status LED Light
Charging Solid Red
Full Battery Solid Green
Low Battery (<10%) Red Blink
Starting Up Solid Pink
Streaming Sound Solid Blue
1 Device Connected Blue Short Blink
2 Devices Connected Blue Double Blink
Pairing Fast Blue Blinking
Dead No light

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Charging the Remote
The remote can be also be charged on the Bluetooth Dock.
This can help you ensure that both the remote and dock are charged
at all times.
Red light will be solid before the remote is switched to off.

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Power On the Remote
Slide the Power Switch to “on”
Please make sure the hearing aids are turned on in order to stream sounds.
Slide Switch to the Right

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Operating Distance
Before operating the remote, turn on the hearing aid(s).
The remote has a microphone that receives sound. This is important for Blue-
tooth phone calls and Bluetooth connectivity. Bluetooth signals are weak and
short, therefore the remote must remain close to you.
Clip the remote onto your clothing and keep it within 8 inches from your mouth.
Recommended distance from mouth: 8 inches
Maximum distance from mouth: 16 inches
NOTE: Holding the remote in one hand can cut the connection of the opposing
ear’s hearing aid since the distance may exceed 16 inches.

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To Enter Standby Mode
The remote control’s buttons can be disabled temporarily to prevent any
unwanted commands. You can disable the remote when inside pocket.
Hold the Volume Up and Volume Down buttons at the same time.
The LED light will flash 3 red blinks.
To Exit Standby Mode
1. Hold the Volume Up and Down buttons at the same time.
The LED light will flash 3 green blinks.
2. You can restart the remote by sliding the Power Switch from ON to
OFF to ON.
Standby Mode
-
+
Volume Buttons

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General Function of Remote
Functions
The Bluetooth Remote has four functions: change volume, change programs,
connect to Bluetooth phone call, and stream sounds via Bluetooth.
Volume
Change volume by pressing the + or - buttons on the remote: “+” is louder and
“-” is softer. From default, you can go up 5 steps in volume or down 5 steps in
volume. This means that there are 11 different volume s in your Alto.
Program
The Alto has two programs: Smart Program and Loop Program. You will hear one
beep for the Smart Program and three beeps for the Loop Program. If you put
a phone close to the hearing aid, you will hear two beeps. This is manual phone
mode that stays active while your phone is near your ear. This is not Bluetooth
Phone.
Press the master button to change program.

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Programs
Smart Program
Your Alto is an advanced hearing aid. It does not require that you manually
change programs for different environmental situations such as dining,
conversations, watching sports, etc. The Alto has a single Smart Program for all
environments that actively prioritizes speech, reduces background noise, and
eliminates wind noise.
Induction Loops/Telecoil and Custom Programs
In addition to the Smart Program, your Alto has been equipped with a Loop
program that you access by pressing the Master Button. Use this program when
in places that offer a hearing loop such an auditorium. Your Alto has a telecoil
wire that picks up the electromagnetic signals emitted by a loop. This pulls the
sounds towards your Alto and into your ears.
Custom Programs
If you requested a custom program, you can access it from the Master Button.
Please see the additional information provided or contact Audicus.

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Cellphone Pairing
Bluetooth Phone
Your remote can help
you hear phone calls
wirelessly via Bluetooth.
You must pair your
cellphone to your
remote in order to
access this functionality.
NOTE: Your cellphone
must be Bluetooth
enabled.
Remote must be
charged at least 2 hours
before use.
Pairing
1. Make remote
discoverable.
2. Hold the Volume Up
button (+)
3. Simultaneously,
Power On remote
4. LED light will flash
blue light rapidly
5. Turn Bluetooth On in
your phone.
6. Scan for devices and
connect to “uStream”
7. Pair
Enter “0000” if a pin is
requested.
Power ON
Volume “+”

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iPhone Pairing
Pairing Guide for iPhone (iOS 9.2.1 or higher)
1. Find Settings icon on your phone.
2. Tap the Bluetooth category. Turn ON Bluetooth dial.
3. Make your remote discovereable.
4. Connect to uStream.
5. Pair
Remote Must Be
Discoverable 12345

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Android Cellphone Pairing
Pairing your Android Device
1. Find the Wireless Settings icon on your phone.
2. Tap the Bluetooth category. Turn ON Bluetooth dial.
3. Make your remote discoverable.
4. Tap Search for Devices.
5. The “uStream” should appear under Bluetooth Devices.
6. Tap “uStream” to pair.
Remote Must Be
Discoverable 12 3 4

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Remote Control and Phone Calls
Answering Incoming/Ending Calls
Action Trigger Note Mechanism
Accept
Call Press Master Button Wait 5 seconds for call to transfer from phone
Speak into the
remote
End Call Press Master Button Hearing Aids return to
previous settings
Make
Call
Enter numbers on
phone, press the
Master Button to
Dial
Some phones will require
that you dial on phone
and then press the master
button
Speak into the
remote
Reject
Call
Hold Master Button
for two seconds
Alternatively, reject the call
on your phone
Hold
Call
During call, hold the
Master Button for
three seconds
Hold for three seconds to
return to the phone

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Smart Call Features
Your Bluetooth Remote can be used to voice call contacts from your phone.
Press the Master Button for four seconds, then release. Wait 2 seconds. Then,
speak into the microphone. You must say: “Dial John” or “Dial 000-000-0000”.
Your remote will also read off the number or contact from your phone directly to
your hearing aids for incoming calls.
This feature is only possible if your phone supports Phone Book Access (PBA).
You may receive unwanted notification sounds via the remote. You must disable
notifications from your phone in order to prevent notifications from making
sounds.