Ovation Standart User manual
Standard
USER GUIDE
Thank you for choosing the Standard model from
OVATION and congratulations on taking control of your
hearing health.
While no hearing device can restore normal hearing health
or prevent or improve a hearing impairment, the OVATION
Standard can improve the quality of your life by making
sounds easier to hear. Here are a few tips to help you get the
most benefits from your OVATION hearing product:
If you have never worn a hearing device before, there may
be an adjustment period of up to a few weeks before you
can begin to enjoy all the benefits that OVATION offers. Be
patient as you adjust to wearing your OVATION and begin
hearing sounds that you previously had been missing. We
recommend that you start by only wearing your Ovation
Standard model for an hour or two a day and gradually
extend the period of time as you get more comfortable.
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Your OVATION Standard comes equipped with an easy
to use volume control and two different sized ear tips. We
recommend that you start your adjustment period in rela-
tively quiet environments, but as you get more comfortable,
we encourage you to also experiment with various volume
settings to find the best option for you in different listening
environments.
In all environments – but especially in noisy ones – you may
find it helpful to face the individual speaking to you or to sit
or stand near the source of the sound.
Thank you again for choosing OVATION. Please read the
following instructions to better understand how to use your
OVATION Standard and how to maximize your hearing
experience.
www.OvationHearing.com
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GETTING STARTED
Microphone: sound enters the microphone and is then
amplified and delivered to you through the ear tip.
Pull cord: gently pull on the cord to remove the unit
from your ear.
Volume control: rotate the top of the volume
control (on both left and right units) toward your face
to adjust the volume.
Battery door: gently pull on the door to access the battery
compartment.
Ear canal tting tip: each unit comes equipped with a tip
that connects to the unit’s receiver port. Amplified sound
travels through the ear tip into your ear.
Wax Filter: prevents ear wax from entering the device body.
Be sure to clean the filter regularly.
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Pull Cord
Optional Ear Tips
2 Sizes
Battery Door (on/off)
Microphone
Wax Filter
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Volume Control
BATTERY
Your OVATION Standard uses a size 10A battery.
Please use high-quality batteries because they are more con-
sistent in size. Lesser-quality batteries can vary in size – even
by only 1 or 2 millimeters – making them unusable in your
OVATION Standard.
Pulling off the plastic sticker activates the battery. Do not
pull the tab off until you need to use the battery. The bat-
teries may take up 2 minutes to full air activate after the tab
is removed.
With proper use and care, each battery
should last about 1 week.
Note: A warning of a periodic, single beep
indicates that the battery needs to be replaced.
Rounded
Edge
10A Battery
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INSTALLING THE BATTERY
Step 1
Using your fingernail, gently pull up on the battery door tab
until the door swings open.
Note: Do not push against the volume button and do not open
the battery door too far or damage may occur.
Step 2
With the top of battery door facing you, hold the battery
with the rounded edge positioned toward the back, place the
battery into the battery compartment. The illustration on
the following page shows a unit with a properly positioned
battery.
Note: e rounded side of the battery is negative and the com-
pletely at side is positive. e at side (+) needs to be facing
the top of the battery door.
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Step 3
With the battery installed, close the battery door to turn
the device on. To turn off the device and to prevent
battery use when not using the device, gently pull the
battery door open.
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Match at (+) side of battery
with the top of the battery door
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EAR FITTING TIPS
Selecting a tting tip
Your OVATION Standard comes with two sizes of Fitting
Tips. The tips are designed to provide a comfortable fit for
the majority of ear canal sizes. They allow amplified sound
to pass through, but help keep ear wax out of the unit –
which is a common cause of repair.
We recommend that you try the different sized tips to deter-
mine which feels and sounds most comfortable to you. Start
with the smallest tip and continue trying larger tip sizes until
you are satisfied with a snug (but not tight) and comfortable fit.
Attaching a tting tip
Simply place a tip over the end of the unit’s receiving port
and push; you’ll feel the tip settle around the notch at the
end of the shell. Test to be sure the tip is securely fastened
before using.
Removing a tting tip
To remove the fitting tip, gently work the tip out of the notch
on the shell and slide if off.
Tips can be washed in warm water with mild soap, but be
sure to fully dry the tip before reattaching.
Don’t attempt to reuse tips that have been torn or damaged.
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Ear Fitting Tips
2 sizes
WEARING YOUR OVATION STANDARD
The OVATION Standard is color coded
to help you identify which ear the unit is
for. A red mark on the shell indicates the
unit is for the right ear. A blue mark on
the shell indicates the unit is for the left ear.
Placing the unit in the ear
Hold the unit between your thumb and forefinger with the pull
cord toward the top and the volume control at the bottom.
Then, place the canal portion of your OVATION Standard
into your ear canal and gently push the unit until it is com-
fortably positioned inside your ear.
Note: Some users nd it helpful to pull down/back on your earlobe
with one hand while gently inserting the unit with the opposite
hand. You may nd it helpful to use a mirror the rst few times you
are placing or removing your OVATION Standard.
Left Right
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Volume Control
After placing your OVATION Standard in your ear you can
adjust the volume by placing your index fingertip onto the
round volume control dial.
Rotate the top of the volume control (on both left and
right units) forward, toward the front of your face, until
the sound level is comfortable.
If the volume is too loud, place your finger on the volume
control dial backwards, toward the back of your head.
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Volume Control
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On/O Function
Turn ON your device by closing the battery door com-
pletely.
Turn OFF your device by opening the battery door slightly.
NOTE: It is important to never force the battery door open
or closed.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
If you are having mechanical problems with your
OVATION Standard, first check the following:
• Battery is inserted correctly and the battery door is closed
tightly.
• Ear tip and wax lter are clean and clear of wax.
• Microphone and hearing port is clean and clear of wax.
• Battery may need replacing
Note: Leaving the battery on in your unit overnight will short-
en battery life; exposing your unit to dampness – by storing it
in the bathroom or other areas with high humidity – can also
shorten battery life and eventually damage the instrument.
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Unit not turned on
Low battery
Low/dead battery
Ear wax
Ear tip not inserted properly
Hair or clothing near ear
Check for tears in ear tip
Turn on by closing the battery door
Replace battery
Replace battery
Clean/replace ear tip
Volume may be too low Adjust volume control
Remove and reinsert
Remove hair or clothing near ear
Replace ear tip
Ear wax Clean/replace ear tip and lter
No sound or not loud enough
Single, periodic beep
Whistling or feedback
CausePossible Remedy
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CARING FOR YOUR OVATION
Ear wax is natural and common, but is the number one
cause of performance issues with your unit. It is important
to keep your hearing aid as clean as possible. Wipe daily
with a dry cloth or use the cleaning brush that was included
with your OVATION to carefully remove any traces of wax
and debris. When cleaning, pay special attention to clearing
the wax filter and ear tips of any wax.
Do not rinse or submerge your OVATION in water. In fact
do not not use water, alcohol or any other liquid agent to
clean your unit as they may damage it. If your device does
become wet, do not use an external heat source to dry it.
Rather, open the batter door, remove the battery, and let the
device dry naturally for 24 hours.
Remove your OVATION before using hair spray, spray per-
fumes or shaving lotions as these items can clog or damage
your unit.
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Do not drop your OVATION Standard or bang it against
hard surfaces.
Always be careful when opening and closing the battery
door. Do not carry the unit by the battery door, do not
remove the unit by pulling on the battery door, and never
pull the door back father than what is necessary to insert or
remove a battery.
When you’re not wearing your OVATION Standard, open
the battery door to save on battery life and to allow any
internal moisture to evaporate. Store your unit in a safe,
dry place that is away from direct sunlight and extreme
temperatures. To further prolong the life of your devices, we
encourage you to store them in a hearing aid dry box or dry
case, which are available at www.OvationHearing.com.
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WARRANTY & RETURNS
Warranty
The OVATION Standard is covered against defects in
materials and workmanship for 1 year from the time you
receive your order. If after our examination it is determined
that the unit failed to work due to parts, materials or
workmanship we will repair or replace it for free. This
warranty does not cover malfunctions due to unusual wear
and tear or mistreatment of the hearing aid, such as physical
shock, damage from moisture or sweat, excessive wax
build-up, or tampering with the instrument – all of which
void the warranty.
If you require warranty service, please contact customer
service at: support@ovationhearing.com.
If the unit requires repair after 1 year, you may contact us at
support@ovationhearing.com for further details. Alternatively,
you may contact the repair facility listed on the following page.
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Returns
Each OVATION unit comes with a risk-free 60 day free trial.
If for any reason you are not completely satisfied with your
OVATION, simply return it and we will issue a full refund –
no questions asked.
To initiate a return, call us within 60 days of receiving
your order to obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization
(RMA). All returns must include an RMA.
All warranty service and product returns should be directed to:
OVATION Hearing
1409 Fairfield Road S
Suite 101
Minnetonka, MN 55305
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Average saturation output: 111 dB SPL
Average full-on gain: 108 dB SPL
Peak gain: 42 dB
Reference test gain: 31 dB
Frequency range: 200 –6600 Hz
Total harmonic distortion: < 3%
Equivalent input noise: < 32 dB SPL
Battery current drain: .8 mA
Induction coil sensitivity: n/a
Attack: 6 mS
Release: 30 mS
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