Oticon Medical Ponto 4 User manual

Bone Anchored Hearing System
Instructions for Use
Sound processor

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The Instructions for Use
The Ponto 4 sound processor is intended for improvement of hearing for patients with
conductive or mixed hearing losses, whether unilaterally or bilaterally fitted, or for
those with single sided deafness. It is designed so that it can be optimised for each
individual person. This will help ensure you get the maximum benefit from your sound
processor.
The Instructions for Use gives you guidance on how to use and maintain your new
sound processor.
Please read through this manual carefully to learn how to get the most out of your
sound processor. Pay extra attention to the Warnings section, the important informa-
tion and Care and Maintenance. Discuss any questions or concerns with your hearing
care professional.
About:

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About:
The Instructions for Use ......................................................................................3
In the box...........................................................................................................6
Processor view ...................................................................................................7
The Ponto bone anchored hearing system ...........................................................8
Start up and Handling:
Turning the sound processor ON and OFF .......................................................... 10
When to replace the battery ...............................................................................11
How to replace the battery ................................................................................ 12
Connection....................................................................................................... 14
Disconnection ...................................................................................................15
Correct position................................................................................................ 16
Options:
Optional features and accessories .................................................................... 18
Tamper resistant battery drawer ........................................................................ 19
Volume control .................................................................................................20
Programmes..................................................................................................... 21
Mute ................................................................................................................ 22
Use the sound processor with iPhone and iPad ................................................. 23
Pairing the sound processor with iPhone...........................................................24

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Oticon ON App..................................................................................................26
Wireless accessories......................................................................................... 27
Sound and LED indications ...............................................................................28
Care and maintenance:
Sound processor maintenance.......................................................................... 32
Skin hygiene .................................................................................................... 33
Accessories:
Accessories...................................................................................................... 35
Plug for programming socket............................................................................. 37
Left and right indication (when using two sound processors) .............................38
More info:
Service and repair ............................................................................................39
Ponto 4 is compatible with the following articles ...............................................40
Compatibility Guide.......................................................................................... 41
Common problems and their possible solutions ................................................43
Manufacturer’s warranty ...................................................................................44
Important information ...................................................................................... 45
Warnings and symbols:
Regulatory compliance statements....................................................................47
Warnings..........................................................................................................50
Symbol clarifications ........................................................................................ 58

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In the box
• Ponto 4 sound processor
• Ponto Case
• Batteries (size 312)
• Safety line
• Plug for programming socket, including left/right indication
• Ponto 4 stickers
• Test rod
• Abutment covers, black and beige
• Tamper resistant battery drawer kit
• Tool for opening the tamper resistant battery drawer

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Processor view
LED (light diode)
Microphone inlets
Battery drawer
(with nail grip or
tamper resistant)
Safety line
attachment
Coupling
Warning: The sound processor, batteries, parts and accessories are not toys and should be
kept out of reach of children and anyone who might swallow these items or otherwise cause
injury to themselves. These small parts may be a choking hazard for small children.

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The Ponto bone anchored hearing system
Your Ponto 4 is designed to help you gain improved hearing through direct bone con-
duction. The sound processor converts sound into vibrations that are transmitted via
the abutment and implant through the skull bone to the inner ear. This method works
independently of the function of the ear canal and middle ear. Therefore, Ponto 4 is a
possible solution for hearing losses where there is a problem in the outer or middle
ear preventing sound from reaching the inner ear.
The sound processor can also pick up sound from one side and transfer it to the inner
ear on the opposite side. This makes it suitable for those who are deaf on one side,
but have a functioning inner ear on the other side (called unilateral profound sensori-
neural hearing loss or single-sided deafness).
The sound processor can also be used on a soft band for children or for individuals
who are unsuitable for implantation.

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Sound
processor
Abutment
Implant

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Turn ON
Close the battery
drawer with the
battery in place.
Turn OFF
Open the battery
drawer fully.
Turning the sound processor ON and OFF
The battery drawer is also used to switch the sound processor on and off. To save bat-
tery life, make sure your sound processor is switched off when you are not wearing it.
During longer storage, it is recommended that you remove the battery from the sound
processor.
Note: Do not use the mute function as an off switch, as the sound processor still draws
current from the battery in this mode.
Start up and Handling: