NuEar rhapsody 1600 User manual

BTE
Behind-The-Ear
1600
operations manual

Table of Contents
Identification
Features, Controls and Identification .......................2
Preparation
Batteries ...................................................................4
Battery Indicator Tones ............................................6
Tamper Resistant Battery Compartment ..................7
Insertion and Removal............................................10
Operation
On, Off and Volume Levels ....................................13
Multimemory Settings ............................................14
Directional Settings ................................................15
Telephone Use .......................................................16
Direct Audio Input..................................................18
Self Check ..............................................................20
Reminder................................................................21
Summary of Settings ..............................................22
Hearing System Care
Instrument Care......................................................24
Earmold Care .........................................................24
Service and Repair..................................................27
Troubleshooting Guide ..........................................28
Tips for Better Communication
For You ...................................................................30
For Your Family and Friends...................................31
FDA Information
Required Information .............................................32
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Identification
Features, Controls and Identification
Your hearing system controls include:
1. Earhook
2. Directional microphone
3. Multimemory button
4. Battery compartment (on/off control)
5. Direct audio input contact
6. Side indicator RED is for RIGHT ear,
BLUE is for LEFT ear.
7. Tamper resistant battery lock
Your hearing system can be identified by:
8. Location of serial number
9. Location of manufacturer’s name and
model name

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Identification
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00-000000
8SERIAL NUMBER
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67

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Preparation
Batteries
Your hearing system uses a
size 13 battery as its power
source. This battery size can be
identified by the orange color
code on the packaging.
To insert or replace the battery:
1. Use the nail grip on the battery door.
2. Open the battery door gently and remove
the old battery.
3. Remove the tab from the new battery.
4. Line up the battery’s plus “+” sign (flat side of
the battery) with the “+” on the battery door.
5. Close the battery door.

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Preparation
Battery Indicator Tones
An indicator will sound when the battery’s voltage
is low. You have approximately 20 minutes* to
replace the battery. A different tone lasting
two seconds will sound just before the battery
stops working.
* Actual time between low battery indicator and shut
down will vary depending on environmental noise levels
and brand of battery used.

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Tamper Resistant Battery Compartment
To lock the battery door:
Use an appropriate tool to
slide the recessed switch to
the left until it “clicks” and
the colored mark is visible.
To unlock the battery door:
Slide the recessed switch to
the right until it “clicks” and
the colored mark disappears.
Locking the door is not
necessary for operation.
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Helpful Hints
• NEVERFORCETHEDOORSHUT;this
couldresultinseriousdamage;ifthedoor
will not close securely, check that the battery
is inserted correctly
• Donotopenthebatterydoortoofaror
damage is likely to occur
• Becauseoftheirsize,it’sagoodideato
change and replace batteries above a table
or desk to reduce the risk of dropping the
instrument or battery
• Disposeofusedbatteriesimmediatelyinthe
proper waste or recycling container
• Becausebatteriescanvaryinsizeand
performance, your hearing care professional
is your best source for lifespan estimates and
verification that you are using the proper size
and type
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