Phonak PFE 232 User manual
User Guide
Audéo PFE 232 with microphone
Manufacturer:
Phonak AG
Laubisrütistrasse 28
8712 Stäfa
Switzerland
www.audeoworld.com
029-3110-02/V1.00/2011-09/na © Phonak AG All rights reserved
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Congratulations on your purchase of Audéo Perfect Fit Earphones
from Phonak, the world’s leading designer and manufacturer of
hearing systems.
Audéo PFE are more than just earphones – they are a lifestyle
accessory for sophisticated people. They intensify the listening
experience thanks to the fusion of design, perfect t, and rich
sound. They are the perfect earphones for those who want to
enjoy music without limits.
Please read this manual carefully before using your
earphones. Keep these instructions and recommendations
for future reference.
Index
1. Package content 4
1.1. Product description 6
2. Important information 7
2.1. Warnings 7
2.2. Information on product safety 9
3. Technical specications 10
4. How to use Audéo PFE 232 10
4.1. Ear tips 11
4.2. Wearing the earphones 12
4.3. Acoustic lters 15
4.4. Microphone & multifunction button 19
4.5. Cable without microphone 21
4.6. How to exchange the cable 21
5. Maintenance 23
6. Certication 24
7. Limited warranty 25
Reduced volume or no sound? The acoustic lters might be
blocked. Please replace the lters (for details see page 15).
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1. Package content
a. Audéo PFE 232 with microphone & multifunction button
b. Box with 3 pairs of exchangeable acoustic lters
(gray, black and green) & changing tool
c. Audéo PFE cable without microphone
d. Silicone ear tips, size S, M, L
e. ComplyTM foam ear tips, size S, M, L
f. Cleaning tool for ear tips
g. Perfect Fit silicone ear guides
h. Carrying case
a b c
d e f
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1.1. Product description 2. Important information
Do not use this product in any way other than described in this
manual.
2.1. Warnings I
Since the earphones block out ambient noise, never use them
while operating machinery or driving any kind of vehicle,
walking, cycling or during any other activity where failure to
hear outside sounds or alerts can be dangerous.
Keep this product and its accessories out of the reach of
children. Handling or use by children may pose a threat of
death or serious injury. This product contains small parts which
can be swallowed and a cord that may pose a risk of choking
or strangulation.
If an ear tip or an acoustic lter remains in your ear canal,
seek medical assistance to remove the ear tip or acoustic lter.
If removal is performed without proper medical assistance,
hearing may be damaged.
Never use the cleaning tool for your ears!
Cable
Plug*
Sound tube
Microphone
Volume control Multifunction
button
Silicone or ComplyTM
foam ear tips
* The earpiece can be removed from the cable (see page 21).
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Prevention of hearing loss
Caution: Permanent hearing loss may occur if earphones are
used at high volumes for prolonged periods of time.
Note: For France, these earphones have been tested to comply
with the Sound Pressure Level requirement stipulated in French
article L.5232-1.
In order to protect your hearing, we recommend the following:
Always listen to the lowest possible volume for limited periods
of time.
Ideally, do not exceed 50% of the maximum volume of an
MP3 player, iPod or other device and do not listen for more
than 1 hour a day.
You should immediately stop listening if you experience
ringing in your ears or other pain or discomfort.
If the earphones cause discomfort or irritation, stop using
them. Consult a physician if needed.
In order to avoid dangerous sound bursts, always turn the
volume of the sound source down before connecting our
Audéo PFE earphones to it.
2.2. Information on product safety
Before inserting the earphones, make sure that the ear tips are
attached rmly to the sound tube.
Handle the earphones with care and store them in the
provided carrying case.
Do not expose the earphones to extreme temperatures or to
strong magnetic elds. Do not immerse them in liquid. Avoid
sharp blows to the earphones.
Only use Audéo PFE with original parts. Never use accessories
from other manufacturers.
Never use the cleaning tool for the earphone sound tube.
Reduced volume or no sound? The acoustic lters might be
blocked by invisible dirt. Please replace the lters!
(for details see page 15).
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3. Technical specications
Driver: Dual balanced armature
Frequency response: 5 Hz–17 kHz
Sensitivity: Gray lter 109 dBSPL/mW, 1 kHz
Black lter 107 dBSPL/mW, 1 kHz
Green lter 104 dBSPL/mW, 1 kHz
Nominal Impedance: 47 ohm
Weight: 16g/0.5oz
Plug with mic: 3.5 mm 4 pole jack
Plug without mic: 3.5 mm 3 pole jack
Cable length: 120 cm/3.9 ft
4. How to use Audéo PFE 232
Only use Audéo PFE with original parts. Never use accessories
from other manufacturers. They are not compatible with
Audéo PFE and can modify the frequency response of your
earphones, damage them or even cause injury! Original
accessories can be purchased from authorized Audéo PFE dealers
or on the website www.audeoworld.com
4.1. Ear tips
The Audéo PFE come with both silicone and ComplyTM foam
tips; the silicone ear tips are better for use during exercise.
The ComplyTM foam tips are better at ltering out ambient
noise, making them the best choice for travel or use in noisy
surroundings.
To change the ear tips (foam or silicone), hold the ear tip in the
middle and pull it slowly until it comes loose. Do not use your
ngernails or any other sharp object to remove the ear tips, as
otherwise they could be damaged. If you are using ComplyTM
foam tips, compress them with your ngers before wearing the
earphones.
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4.2. Wearing the earphones
Audéo PFE deliver amazing sound if correctly inserted in the
ears and if an absolute seal is achieved. To experience their best
performance, proceed as follows:
a. Turn the volume of the sound source to a minimum before
connecting the earphones.
b. Choose the most comfortable ear tips and put them on the
earphones.
c. Identify the left and right earphone.
L = left
R = right
d. Attach the silicone ear guides to
the cables and pull through to the
earphones. Use of the ear guides is
optional. The ear guides route the
wires comfortably around the ears
and ensure a perfect t reducing cable
noise, especially indicated during
exercise.
e. Hold each earphone with the cable
pointing up and the ear tips pointing
towards your head, as shown. If you
are using ComplyTM foam tips compress
them with your ngers before wearing
the earphones. Place the cable behind
the ear and insert the ear tips into your
ear canal with a gentle push. Do not
force the earphones into the ears!
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f. The ear tips should seal the ear canal and
t without any discomfort. Rotate the
earphones as shown, pointing diagonally
towards the top of the ear. Gently pull the
cable downwards to ensure a perfect t.
If you feel that the ear tips are too loose (insucient seal) or too
tight (discomfort), try another size. To remove the earphones pull
them out gently with a small rotation in order to break the seal.
Do not pull the cable to remove the earphones from your
ear.
4.3. Acoustic lters
The acoustic lters have an essential acoustic impact on the
sound of the earphones. The purpose of this lter is to deliver
sound that matches what one perceives when listening with
non-occluded ears. The product comes with three dierent types
of acoustic lters: The gray lter is for enhanced perception of
the mid-frequencies, the black lter for enhanced perception of
bass and treble and the green lter for extra bass. Because each
individual‘s perception of sound is unique, Audéo PFE allow you
to choose the lter that suits your personal preferences. Another
function of the acoustic lter is to prevent dirt from entering the
sound tube.
Make sure that the acoustic lters are in place before using
the earphones. The earphones only function correctly if the
acoustic lters are inserted in the sound tube.
Always use the same color of acoustic lters for both the left
and right earphone.
Replace the lters when they become dirty or clogged and the
sound of the earphones is aected.
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To change the acoustic lters proceed as follows:
a. First of all remove the ear tips (foam
or silicone) by holding them in the middle
and pulling them slowly until they come
loose.
b. Remove the lter from the earpiece by
pushing the changing tool with the split
end into the used acoustic lter until you
hear a “click” and pull the used lter
straight out.
Preferably use the split end of the
changing tool to change lters.
c. Dispose of any soiled or damaged
acoustic lters. To reuse the lter
in the future, insert it straight in an
empty slot in the lter box, then tip the
changing tool sideways and remove it.
d. To place a new acoustic lter in the
earphones, press the split end of the
changing tool into the lter ring and
gently pull it out vertically.
45°
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e. Push the new acoustic lter into the sound tube of your
earphones. Tip the changing tool sideways to release it.
Place the ear tips on the earphones again.
If it doesn’t work with the split end, use the thread end:
a. Screw down and pull out straight.
b. Slightly unscrew the acoustic lter with the ngers until you
have only a low xing.
c. Insert it straight in an empty slot in the lter box and unscrew
completely.
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4.4. Microphone & remote control
The Audéo PFE microphone features a multifunction button made
for AppleTM. This allows you to listen to music on your iPhone,
iPod or other AppleTM devices. If a call comes in, you can answer it
immediately without having to take o the earphones.
The remote and mic are supported only by iPod nanoTM (4th generation
and later), iPod classicTM (120 GB, 160 GB), iPod touchTM (2nd generation
and later), iPhoneTM 3GS, iPhoneTM 4, iPadTM and iPadTM 2. The remote is
supported by iPod shueTM (3rd generation and later). Audio is supported
by all iPod models. Requires latest iPod software. iPad, iPhone, iPod, iPod
classic, iPod nano, iPod shue and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple
Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
“Made for iPod,” “Made for iPhone,” and “Made for iPad” mean that an
electronic accessory has been designed to connect specically to iPod,
iPhone, or iPad, respectively, and has been certied by the developer
to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the
operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory
standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod, iPhone,
or iPad may aect wireless performance.
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a. Volume control
Press + to increase the volume.
Press – button to reduce the volume.
b. Multifunction button
Single click: – answer/end calls
– pause/resume music
Double click: – skip a track
– pause/resume music
Triple click: – previous track
Keep button
pressed: – decline incoming calls
4.5. Cable without microphone
The earpieces can be removed from the cable. This allows
replacing the cable. The cable without microphone and remote
control is compatible with all music devices with a 3.5 mm 3 pole
stereo jack.
4.6. How to exchange the cable
To exchange the cable, please pay attention to the following
steps:
a. To detach the cable from the earpiece,
hold the plug as shown and pull it out
straight.
b. Do not pull the cable.
c. Identify left and right earpieces.
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d. Identify left and right plug of
the new cable.
L = white plug to white socket
R = black plug to black socket
e. Plug the right cable into the right earpiece and the left cable
into the left earpiece.
f. Do not force the left plug into the right earpiece and vice
versa.
5. Maintenance
To extend the lifetime of your earphones, keep them clean and
follow the recommendations below.
The cleaning tool is for the tube of the ear tips (silicone or
foam) and serves to remove earwax build-up.
The silicone ear tips should be cleaned regularly with water
and mild soap, or with an antiseptic wipe. Always make sure
that the ear tips are dry before reusing them.
ComplyTM foam tips cannot be cleaned. When they are dirty
they should be replaced. The manufacturer of ComplyTM foam
tips recommends they be changed every three months.
After extended use, the ComplyTM foam tips may no longer seal
properly because they lose their elasticity. Please replace them
with new ComplyTM foam tips.
The earphones can be cleaned with an antiseptic wipe.
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6. Certication
©2008 Phonak. All rights reserved. Audéo PFE and the
Audéo PFE Logo are trademarks of Phonak. Swiss design, patent
pending.
Audéo PFE earphones conform to EMC Directive 2004/108/EC
and have been tested according to European Standard
EN 55022:2006 and EN 55024:1998.
Audéo PFE earphones meet applicable criteria listed in European
Standard EN 50332-2:2003.
ComplyTM is a registered trademark of Hearing Components.
Audéo PFE should not be discarded in household waste. To
discard Audéo PFE, take them to an approved collection site.
7. Limited warranty
Phonak AG warrants that this product will be free from defects
in materials or workmanship for a period of two (2) years from
the date of original retail purchase. This warranty is available
only to the original retail purchaser, and only if the product
was purchased through the ocial webshop or an authorized
retailer. Phonak AG will, at its sole discretion, replace or repair
the product without charge. If Phonak AG replaces the product,
you are entitled to a replacement of equal or at least equivalent
quality and technical functionality. When Phonak AG replaces
the product, the replaced product becomes the property of
Phonak AG and the new product becomes your property.
Repair or replacement shall be your sole remedy for any breach of
this warranty. In particular, Phonak AG shall not be responsible or
liable to you for any monetary damages, including for any special,
incidental or consequential damages, even if Phonak AG was
aware of the possibility of such categories of loss.
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If your product evidences a defect within the warranty period,
you may make a warranty claim, by presenting the defective
product and valid proof of purchase from one of our authorized
retailers or the webshop within thirty (30) days to notify us of
your claim. If the product was ordered through the webshop,
you can return it to the address on the invoice. You must return
a copy of the proof of purchase with the product. This warranty
applies only to the external shell of the product and all internal
components. The ear tips, cleaning tool, acoustic lters (incl.
dispenser and replacement tool), ear guides, carrying case and
adapters for mobile phones are not covered by this warranty.
This warranty is available to you only if the product was handled
properly, subject to normal use, and used solely for the purpose
intended. This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear or
damage caused by Acts of God. In addition, this warranty does
not apply if the product or individual components were repaired
or modied by anyone other than Phonak AG.
This warranty is in lieu of all other standard implied warranties
wif the law allows, or if not, only to the extent the law allows.
Without limiting the generality of the prior sentence,
Phonak AG hereby disclaims all implied warranties of
merchantability or tness for a particular purpose.
In some countries, implied warranties cannot be limited. Under
certain conditions, these limitations or exclusions may therefore
not apply to you.
This warranty replaces all other warranties for this product.
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