Comfort audio Comfort Duett User manual

Comfort Duett
Instructions for use
English

Important Safety Instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not use near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
8. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug
does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet. (Only when using
polarized plug.)
9. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs convenience receptacles. and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
10. Only use attachments/accessories specified by Comfort
Audio AB.
11. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
12. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing
is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any
way such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged Iiquid
has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
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the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does
not operate normally or has been dropped.
13. Start listening at a low volume.
14. Too high a volume can seriously damage your hearing.
15. Do not disassemble the product.
16. Should the product break open because of damage, service
should only be done by qualified service personnel.
17. The product contains sensitive electronic equipment and
must be handled carefully.
18. Never charge the product in closed, unaired spaces such as
handbags, cases or other closed storage bags.
19. Only use batteries and power supply specified by Comfort
Audio AB.
20. The product and the batteries must not be exposed to
extreme heat such as sunlight, fire, etc.
21. WARNING! The necklace should not be used if there is a risk
of getting stuck, e.g. in a machine or other objects.
22. Do not keep the product connected to the charger if it is not
used for a longer period.
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Product symbols
CD0550
5V
S/N: SN00000000
400mA
CD0550
5V
S/N: SN00922439
400mA
The product complies with the
European directive 93/42/EEC,
including amendments,
concerning medical devices.
The product complies with the
essential requirements of the
European Directive 1999/5/EC,
including amendments,
concerning Radio and
Telecommunications terminal
equipment.
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The product is covered by the
European directive
2002/96/EC, including
amendments, concerning
Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
Recycle the product and its
accessories according to
national regulations.
Direct current.
Connector for battery charger.
Indoor use only.
Class II equipment.
Aux in.
Micro USB output.
PIN 5 -PIN 1 +
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Contents
Important Safety Instructions.......................................3
Product symbols............................................................5
1. Introduction...............................................................9
Your device..........................................................................9
Product overview.......................................................10
Included accessories.................................................11
2. Getting started.........................................................13
Charge...............................................................................13
Start up..............................................................................16
Use the headphones.........................................................16
Use the neckloop...............................................................17
3. Usage.......................................................................21
Use as a conversation amplifier.......................................21
Use in conjunction with a teleloop....................................22
External sound sources....................................................23
4. Advanced features...................................................25
Set a maximum volume level............................................26
Adjust the balance.............................................................27
Adjust the tone..................................................................27
Lock the buttons...............................................................28
5. Product information.................................................31
Function indicator.............................................................31
Optional accessories.........................................................32
Battery maintenance.........................................................33
Technical specifications....................................................33
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6. Troubleshooting......................................................35
Service and warranty..................................................37
Contact information.....................................................39
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Introduction1.
Thank you for choosing Comfort Duett™from Comfort Audio!
This product is the result of our constant strive to improve the
life of people with hearing loss all over the world.
To get the most out of your new product, please read these
instructions before using it for the first time. Take special notice
to the section Important Safety Instructions on page 3.
Your device
Comfort Duett is a small user friendly personal listener with
several useful features:
•Microphone for amplifying conversations.
•Built in telecoil for listening to teleloops.
•Aux connection for connection to TV, telephone, radio, or other
sound sources.
The product is powered by two AAA batteries. It comes with a
charging stand that acts as a convenient holder that lets you
connect to external sound sources.
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Product overview
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1. Power button
2. Microphone
3. T-mode button
4. Headphone and neckloop output
5. Charger socket
6. Volume buttons
7. Clip
8. Batteries (AAA)
9. Settings button
10. Key lock switch
11. Battery cover
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Indicators
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1. T-mode indicator
2. Function indicator
3. Key lock indicator
4. Volume indicator
5. Maximum volume indicator
6. Balance indicator
7. Tone indicator
Charging stand
1 2
1. Charger input
2. Aux input
Included accessories
The content in your box may vary depending on what kit you have
purchased (with neckloop, or headphones and earphones).
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Charging stand
Charger
Headphones
Earphones
Neckloop with adaptor
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Getting started2.
This section will teach you how to perform the basic steps needed
to get started.
Charge
Charging can be done at any time. If you make it routine to charge
the unit whenever you do not use it, the unit is always ready for
use when you need it.
1. Insert the batteries.
1.
2.
Caution: Observe the polarity. Failing to do so might
damage the device.
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2. Insert the supplied charger into the charger input.
Caution: Only use the charger supplied by Comfort Audio
AB. Using any other type of charger may damage your
device.
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3. Plug the charger into the wall socket.
The function indicator turns orange to indicate charging.
!
Note: The unit may become warm during charging, this is
entirely normal. The unit is equipped with overcharging-
and temperature monitoring to protect the batteries.
The charging is done when the function indicator turns green.
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Start up
Press until the function indicator lights up green.
The function indicator will continue to flash every third
second as long as the unit is turned on.
Use the headphones
If you are going to use headphones or earphones, they need to
be connected to the unit.
Attach the headphones to the headphone output.
!
Warning: Always start listening at a low volume. Too high
volume can seriously damage your hearing.
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Use the neckloop
If you are going to use your product with a hearing aid or hearing
implant in the T- or M/T-position, you need to connect the
neckloop and wear it around your neck.
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1. Attach the neckloop adaptor to your device.
a) Thread the clip through the rubber loop.
a) Connect the short interconnect cable between the
adaptor and the neckloop output.
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2. Connect one end of the neckloop to the sockets on the top
of the adaptor.
3. Place the neckloop behind your neck.
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4. Connect the other end of the neckloop.
!
Important: Make sure the neckloop is inserted properly.
Improper insertion might cause you to drop the device or
damage the connections.
5. Switch your hearing aid or hearing implant into its T- or
M/T-position.
You should now hear the sound come through your hearing aid.
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