Puretone P680RW User manual

Established 1976
V1.0
August 2014
Before use, please read this user guide to help you
get the most from your Puretone hearing system.
P680RW & P1500R
RIE User Guide

Personal Information
Hearing Care Professional Information
Name:
Address:
Date of purchase:
Left serial no: Battery:
Right serial no: Battery:
Model:
Name:
Address:
Telephone:
Email:
Opening hours:
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Contents
Introduction
Identication
Features
Battery Type
Battery Installation
Switching On/Off
Multi-Function Button
Wireless
Telephone Use
Telecoil / Inductive Loop Systems
Direct Audio Input
Low Battery Indicator
Sports Lock
Device Insertion
Device Removal
The Receiver Tube
Cleaning The Receiver Tube & Domes
Troubleshooting
Expectations
Care & Maintenance
Battery Care
Disposal Information
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Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Puretone digital hearing
system which your hearing care professional has chosen and adjusted to
suit your personal requirements. In order to gain the maximum benet from
the system it is recommended that you read this user guide thoroughly to
familiarise yourself with the control panel and various functions available.
We understand that hearing loss affects quality of life, which is why we are
dedicated to building the highest quality hearing systems. We hope that
your new hearing system will soon be indispensable to you and will bring
new pleasure and enjoyment to your life.
A period of adjustment may be needed to become accustomed to your
new hearing system and the renewed world of sounds you will experience.
Abbreviations used in this booklet
R.I.E. = Reciever In The Ear
E.M.C. = Electromagnetic Compatibility
D.A.I = Direct Audio Input
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Identification
This user guide covers the following models:
P680RW P1500R
Serial Number & Model
The serial number and model of your Puretone hearing system can be
found as shown below:
Please quote your serial number in all
correspondence with your hearing care
professional regarding your system.
Model P680RW
Model & Serial Number
Model P1500R
Model & Serial Number
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Features - P680RW
1) Receiver Tube
2) Receiver Open Dome
3) Receiver Tulip Dome
4) Receiver Power Dome
5) RIE Mould
6) Sports Lock
7) Battery Compartment
8) Receiver
9) Multi-Function Button
10) NP Receiver Tube
11) HP Receiver Tube
12) Left/Right Indicator
13) Model & Serial Number
14) Direct Audio Input
(Not all features may be tted/applicable to all models)
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Features - P1500R
1) Receiver Tube
2) Receiver Open Dome
3) Receiver Tulip Dome
4) Receiver Power Dome
5) RIE Mould
6) Sports Lock
7) Battery Compartment
8) Receiver
9) NP Receiver Tube
10) HP Receiver Tube
11) Left/Right Indicator
12) Model & Serial Number
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(Not all features may be tted/applicable to all models)
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Battery Type
The type of battery used in your hearing system will depend upon the
model you have.
Model:
P680RW
Size 10A
Yellow
Size 312
Brown
Model:
P1500R
Puretone recommends PureCell Plus batteries. Replacement batteries and accessories are
available from your hearing care professional or from www.puretoneretail.net.
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Battery Installation
Open the battery compartment by using
the nger nail notch on the edge of the
battery tray as shown in g. 1.
Remove the used battery if present.
Pull off the protective sticker on the new
battery using the tab provided and wait
a few seconds for air to enter and begin
to activate.
Insert the new battery of the appropriate
type ensuring that the negative
(shouldered) contact is pointing
downward, with the positive (at) contact
is uppermost.
Close the battery compartment until a
distinct click is felt/heard. Your hearing
system is now ready for use.
Low battery indicator
The hearing instrument will reduce amplication and emit a melody if
battery power gets too low. This signal will recur every ve minutes until
the hearing instrument automatically switches off. It is recommended that
you keep spare batteries on hand.
(Model shown in diagrams for illustrative
purposes only. Actual model may vary from
that shown).
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Switching On
When the battery door is closed (with
a battery inserted), the hearing system
turns on, and the default program will be
activated.
Delayed Activation
Switching Off
Your hearing system is switched off by
opening the battery door.
If you prefer to turn on your hearing system just prior to placing it on your
ear, your hearing care professional can activate a function called Delayed
Activation. This function will delay the time in which the hearing system
turns on by several seconds after the battery compartment is closed.
Whenever the hearing system is not in use, remember to turn it off to avoid
unnecessary battery consumption. Remove the battery from the hearing
system when not used for long periods.
(Model shown in diagrams for illustrative purposes only. Actual model may vary from that shown).
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Multi-Function Button
When using the program or multi-function buttons to switch programs,
each press will move the instrument to the next program.
For example, if it was in program 1 it will switch to program 2, if it was in
program 2 it will switch to program 3 etc. When you close the battery door
and switch the instrument on, it will start in program 1. Press the program or
multi-function buttons if you want to move to a different listening program.
If necessary, your hearing care professional can change these settings and
ll in the following table to indicate the new settings:
The multi-function button is designed to change the volume or listening
programs of the hearing instrument, based on different ways it is pressed.
WARNING
Never use the device on a higher volume setting than is comfortable as this
may result in damage to your hearing.
Multi-Function Button Action
Short Press Up
Short Press Down
Long Press Up (2 Seconds)
Long Press Down (2 Seconds)
Default Setting
Increase Volume
Decrease Volume
Changes Programs
Activates Streaming
New Setting
(Only applicable to P680RW)
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Additional Features
(Only applicable to P680RW)
Your hearing system supports wireless
functionality and can be paired with a
wireless accessory like TV Streamer so you
can activate streaming mode.
1. Press and hold the push button for 2 seconds.
2. You will then hear short melody that indicates streaming mode.
To switch back to environmental program press the push button. Your
hearing system will return to the default setting (program 1).
For easier everyday use of your wireless hearing system controls you can
use wireless remote control. Ask your hearing care professional for more
information.
Flight Mode
WARNING
When boarding a ight or entering an area where RF transmitters are
prohibited, wireless functionality must be deactivated, as it is radiates radio
signals. It is possible to disable wireless operation by opening and closing
the battery compartment of the hearing system while at the same time
pressing the push button. When disabled manually, wireless operation may
be re-enabled by opening and closing the battery compartment normally,
(i.e. without at the same time pressing the push button).
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Additional Features
Telephone Use
Finding the optimal position for holding a
telephone may require practice for some
individuals, and one or more of the following
suggestions may be helpful.
1. Hold the telephone as you would normally.
2. Hold the telephone towards the top of the
ear (closer to where the microphones are).
3. If whistling occurs, it may take a few
seconds of holding the telephone in the same position before the hearing
system eliminates the feedback.
4. Any whistling may also be decreased by holding the telephone slightly
away from the ear.
5. Depending on your individual needs, your hearing care professional may
activate a program specically for telephone use.
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Additional Features
AutoPhone (optional)
The AutoPhone function, allows your hearing system to automatically
switch to your telephone program when a telephone receiver with an
AutoPhone magnet is raised to the ear. When the telephone receiver is
removed from the ear, the hearing system automatically returns to the
previous listening program.
Placement of AutoPhone Magnets
Place an AutoPhone magnet on your
telephone receiver to allow operation of
the AutoPhone function. In order to place
the AutoPhone magnet properly:
Hold the telephone vertically, in a position
similar to when making a telephone call.
Place the magnet just below the telephone receiver. Make sure not to
cover the microphone openings. If necessary, move the magnet to another
position to improve ease of use and comfort while speaking.
AutoPhone Usage
A short melody will indicate that the AutoPhone feature has automatically
switched the hearing system to your telephone program. Initially, you may
need to move the telephone receiver slightly to nd the best position for
reliable AutoPhone activation and good hearing on the telephone. When
you remove the telephone receiver the AutoPhone will stay activated for
a few seconds to avoid accidental switching off. After that the hearing
system will switch to previously used environmental program.
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Additional Features
AutoPhone Warnings
1. Keep magnets out of reach of pets and children. If a magnet is
swallowed, please seek advice from a medical practitioner.
2. The AutoPhone magnet may affect some medical devices or electronic
systems. The manufacturer of any magnetically sensitive devices (e.g.
pacemakers) should advise you regarding appropriate safety precautions
when using your hearing system and magnet in close proximity to the
medical device or electronic system in question.
If the manufacturer cannot issue a statement, we recommend keeping the
magnet or a telephone equipped with the magnet 30 cm (12”) away from
magnetically sensitive devices (e.g. pacemakers).
AutoPhone Precautions
1. High distortion during dialing or phoning may mean that the magnet is
not in the optimal position relative to the telephone receiver. To avoid the
issue, please move the magnet to another place on the telephone receiver.
2. Only use magnets supplied by the manufacturer.
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Additional Features
Telecoil (optional)
If equipped, a telecoil can be activated by your
hearing care professional and accessed through
one of the additional programs. A telecoil picks up
a telephone’s magnetic signal and converts it to
sound. An optional telephone program may help to
improve speech understanding on the telephone.
When using a telecoil program, the receiver of the telephone may need to
be held closer to the hearing system. The handset of the telephone may
need to be moved to slightly different positions in order to nd the best
reception.
Inductive Loop Systems
Many places, such as theatres, houses of worship, and schools are
equipped with inductive loop systems. When using a telecoil program
with inductive loop systems, sound is picked up directly and may improve
speech understanding. If there is no sound from the hearing systems in a
inductive loop system and with a telecoil program activated, the inductive
loop system may not be turned on or is not operating correctly. If a facility
is not equipped with a inductive loop system, sitting as close as possible
to the front may be helpful.
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Additional Features
Direct Audio Input (Only applicable to P680RW)
Use of Direct Audio Input (DAI), which enables a direct connection of the
hearing system to items such as television, radio, and remote microphones,
may increase speech understanding for some individuals. The sound
source is connected to the hearing system by a cable or a wireless FM
system to the audio boot. This accessory connects to the bottom of the
hearing system, and once properly clicked into place, the hearing system
switches to DAI automatically.
Connecting/Disconnecting Audio Boots
Connecting Audio Boots
1. Align the tip of the audio boot with the groove
just above the battery compartment and below the
model number.
2. Once in place, move the boot in the direction of
the battery compartment.
3. Gently click the audio boot onto the hearing
system.
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Additional Features
Removing Audio Boots
1. Press and hold the button on the front side of
the audio boot.
2. Gently remove the audio boot from the hearing
system.
Low Battery Indicator
Your hearing care professional can set your hearing system to give an
acoustical indication when the battery is reaching its end of life. The hearing
system will reduce amplication and emit a melody if battery power gets
too low. This signal will recur every ve minutes until the hearing system
automatically switches off. It is recommended that you keep spare
batteries on hand.
Sports Lock
Sports lock will be applied or
adjusted by your hearing care
professional.
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Device Insertion - Domes
Fitting Domes
It is recommended that your hearing care professional change domes, as
incorrect dome replacement could result in the dome falling out in the ear.
Standard Domes
1. Push the new dome over the anges on the receiver.
2. Make sure that the new dome is properly and securely mounted.
Tulip Domes
Tulip domes are mounted in a similar manner to standard domes, but a few
extra steps are required. Tulip domes consist of two “petals”. It is important
to note that the largest petal is the outermost petal.
To ensure this:
1. Push the largest petal away from the receiver tube using a nger. This
bends the petal forward.
2. Then push the largest petal back, and it will be placed on top of the
smaller petal.
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Device Insertion - Domes
1) Identify which eartip is for the left ear
and which is for the right ear. The left
eartip will have a blue marking, and
the right will have a red marking.
2) Gently pull the bottom of your ear
down with your thumb and nger.
3) While pulling the ear down, carefully
insert the eartip, canal tip rst, rotating
the tip slightly until a comfortable seal
in the ear is achieved.
Do not attempt to force the eartip
too far into the ear canal.
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