Medel FineTuner Echo User manual

Cochlear Implants
User Manual
FineTuner Echo
AW4381_2.0 (English)

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Table of Contents
1. Introduction ......................................................................................................... 2
2. Intended use – Indications – Contraindications ................................................... 3
Intended use .................................................................................................................3
Indications.....................................................................................................................3
Contraindications..........................................................................................................3
3. FineTuner Echo..................................................................................................... 4
System components......................................................................................................4
Using the FineTuner Echo for the rst time .................................................................6
FineTuner Echo keys .....................................................................................................8
FineTuner Echo display .................................................................................................9
Additional functions of your FineTuner Echo ............................................................. 12
Wearing options for your FineTuner Echo .................................................................. 13
4. General precautions and warnings...................................................................... 14
5. Care and maintenance ........................................................................................ 16
Maintenance ............................................................................................................... 16
Disposal....................................................................................................................... 16
Battery ........................................................................................................................ 17
6. Troubleshooting ................................................................................................. 20
7. Technical data .....................................................................................................22
FineTuner Echo............................................................................................................22
Regulatory statements................................................................................................24
Symbols.......................................................................................................................25
Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration .................................................................27
8. Appendices ........................................................................................................ 30
Supplies and accessories ............................................................................................30
Warranty .....................................................................................................................30
Manufacturer address.................................................................................................30
9. Contact MED‑EL .................................................................................................. 31

Introduction
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1. Introduction
This user manual provides information and instructions for the MED‑EL FineTuner Echo
(Ma010201). It contains important information on handling and operation of the device.
The FineTuner Echo can only be used with compatible MED‑EL audio processors. Please
read the user manual of your audio processor carefully before reading this manual.
You are the operator of your/the recipient’s FineTuner Echo, therefore we recommend
that you read this manual in its entirety. Do not perform any maintenance activities
other than those described in this manual (e.g. changing batteries).
The user of the FineTuner Echo does not need any special skills or elevated level of
education, however, for young children and those who, for a variety of reasons, lack
the ability to appropriately handle and manipulate small parts, the parents and/or carer
shall operate the device.
Please do not hesitate to contact your healthcare provider or local MED‑EL representa‑
tive with any additional questions you may have.
Symbols used in this user manual
Information indicating a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in
minor injury or inconvenience for the user and/or property damage.
Information indicating a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
Information relevant for parents, guardians or carers of children who use the
system.

Intended use – Indications – Contraindications
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2. Intended use – Indications –
Contraindications
Intended use
The FineTuner Echo is an external part of the MED‑EL Cochlear Implant System. The
FineTuner Echo is intended to be used as a remote control for recipients having
received a compatible MED‑EL audio processor. The FineTuner Echo is intended to be
used as an audio processor test device (formerly known as Speech Processor Test
Device) for easy recognition of the working status and the most common functional
problems such as defective coil cables, defective microphones or weak batteries of
MED‑EL audio processors. The FineTuner Echo is intended to be used by a patient all
day long during waking hours, there are no restrictions in the frequency of use. The
FineTuner Echo is intended to be used in typical everyday environments (e.g. home,
ofce, outdoor, etc.) and also in a clinical environment (e.g. audiologist's ofce).
Indications
Any user having received a MED‑EL Cochlear Implant is a potential user of the FineTuner
Echo. Additionally, any person that interacts with a MED‑EL Cochlear Implant user (e.g.
parents of implanted children, audiologists, teachers of implanted children, etc.) might
use the FineTuner Echo.
As the FineTuner Echo is a component of the MED‑EL Cochlear Implant System, all
indications stated for the MED‑EL Cochlear Implant System are applicable.
Contraindications
A patient must not receive a FineTuner Echo if the individual is known to be intolerant
of the materials used in the FineTuner Echo. The FineTuner Echo is not intended to be
used in environments where RF transmissions are prohibited. Patients who are not
able to use the FineTuner Echo are not intended to use the device. Parents/carers shall
operate the FineTuner Echo for them.
As the FineTuner Echo is a component of the MED‑EL Cochlear Implant System, all
contraindications stated for the MED‑EL Cochlear Implant System are applicable.

FineTuner Echo
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3. FineTuner Echo
The FineTuner Echo is a small and light‑weight remote control for compatible MED‑EL
audio processors. The FineTuner Echo is provided to help you optimally use your audio
processor in changing daily listening situations.
Its ergonomic design and display facilitate changing the settings of your audio processor.
The FineTuner Echo is not necessary for the function of your audio processor. When
switched on, the audio processor activates the same programme, volume and sensitiv‑
ity setting it had when it was switched off.
System components
Fig. 1 System components
FineTuner Echo
Lanyard
Microbre cloth
Display protection foil

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Fig. 2 FineTuner Echo overview
Display
Keypad
Battery lid
Silicone ring
Battery
Battery compartment
Green light
Front view
Back view

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Using the FineTuner Echo for the rst time
1. Clean the FineTuner Echo screen with the microbre cloth.
2. To apply the display protection foil, pull off a small section of the backing and
attach the adhesive side to the top part of the display. Slowly pull off the backing
from the foil while carefully pressing out any trapped air bubbles with the micro‑
bre cloth (Fig. 3.1).
3. Insert a coin cell battery (type CR2032) with the sign facing up. Hold the battery
at a slight angle and insert it under the lip in the battery compartment (Fig. 3.2),
then gently push it down.
4. To close the lid, align the arrow on the lid with the symbol on the housing and
push down gently. Use a coin to turn the lid until the arrow on the lid meets the
symbol on the housing (Fig. 3.3). You will feel a slight resistance when the lid
locks in place.
5. After inserting the battery, a pairing notication appears automatically (Fig. 3.4),
prompting you to pair your FineTuner Echo.
Fig. 3 Preparing the FineTuner Echo
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To pair the FineTuner Echo, proceed as follows:
1. Switch off the audio processor.
2. Place the coil on the battery lid of the FineTuner Echo (Fig. 4).
3. Switch on the audio processor.
4. If the pairing process was successful, a appears next to the pairing screen. If the
pairing process was not successful, a is displayed.
5. For bilateral users, repeat the steps above for the other side.
Fig. 4 Pairing the FineTuner Echo and the audio processor
NOTE: Your audio processor has to be congured for use with the FineTuner Echo.
If the audio processor is not programmed correctly, the pairing process will not be
successful. For bilaterally implanted users it is particularly important that the audio
processors are correctly programmed for the right and left side. Otherwise only one
processor can be paired to the right or left side.
If you experience problems when trying to pair the FineTuner Echo and the audio
processor, please contact your audiologist.
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FineTuner Echo keys
Key Name Function
Volume key Increases overall loudness
Volume key Decreases overall loudness
Sensitivity key Increases audio sensitivity
Sensitivity key Decreases audio sensitivity
Programme selection key Toggles between different programmes
Default key Sets overall volume and audio sensitivity of the selected
programme to predened values
Input selection key Toggles between microphone, telecoil or microphone and telecoil
Audio streaming key Blocks/unblocks active external audio stream
Keypad lock Locks/unlocks the keypad
Processor selection key Selects left audio processor
Processor selection key Selects left and right audio processor
Processor selection key Selects right audio processor
Your FineTuner Echo does not have an ON/OFF switch. If you want to switch off the
device completely, you must remove the battery. Please note that the FineTuner Echo
may still show the last screen even after removing the battery.
With the volume and sensitivity keys you can change volume and sensitivity in fast
mode. Keep the desired key pressed to change the setting continuously instead of
stepwise.
Your audiologist or clinical staff can selectively disable all FineTuner Echo functions by
disabling the respective command in the audio processor (via the MED‑EL application
software).