ReSound MINI BTE 61 User manual

USER GUIDE
MINI BTE 60
BTE 61
BTE 70
BTE 71
BTE 80
BTE 90

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RESOUND BEHIND-THE-EAR
PERSONAL HEARING SYSTEM
Congratulations on the purchase of your new fully-digi-
tal ReSound hearing instrument!
This booklet describes the functionality of BTE (Be-
hind-The-Ear) models in the ReSound product line.
The functionality depends on the model; your hear-
ing care professional will highlight the features of your
particular hearing instrument.
ReSound’s advanced technology and customized pro-
grammes, selected by your hearing care professional,
will bring the best possible hearing solution to your
family life, and your professional and social activities.
Your hearing instrument has been adjusted to your
individual hearing loss. Please familiarize yourself with
the information in this booklet. Proper understanding
and use of your new ReSound hearing instrument will
allow you to derive maximum hearing benefit.
This instruction covers the following ReSound BTE
products: MINI BTE 60, MINI BTE 61, BTE 70, BTE 71,
BTE 80 and BTE 90
Your hearing instrument is model:
Serial No L:
Serial No R:
ReSound is a registred trade mark of GN ReSound A/S

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Contents page
Your ReSound BTE Hearing Instrument 4
Your ReSound Mini BTE Hearing Instrument 4
Programme Selector 6
Your Programme Environments 7
Directionality 7
Stand-by Function 7
On/Off Function 8
SmartStart 8
Volume Control 9
Direct Audio Input (DAI) 10
Inserting and removing the Instrument 11
Low Battery Warning 13
Changing the Battery 14
Battery Warning Information 15
Daily Maintenance 16
Cleaning the Ear Mould and
replacing Sound Outlet Filter 17
Telephone Use 22
Using Assistive Listening Systems 23
Repairs 23
Troubleshooting Guide 24
General Precautions 26
Technical Data 27
Key Word Index 29

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Your ReSound BTE Hearing Instruments
1. Programme Selector
2. Battery Compartment & On/Off Switch
3. Sound Outlet
4. 1st Microphone Sound Inlet
5. 2nd Microphone Sound Inlet
6. Volume Control (optional)
7. Direct Audio Input (DAI) (optional)
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8. Left/Right indicator
(Right=Red, Left=Blue)
9. Battery lock
10. Model
11. Manufacturer
70-DVI
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Your ReSound mini 60 Hearing Instrument
1. Programme Selector
2. Battery Compartment & On/Off Switch
3. Sound Outlet
4. 1st Microphone Sound Inlet
5. 2nd Microphone Sound Inlet
6. Volume Control
7. Left/Right indicator
(Right=Red, Left=Blue)
8. Battery lock
9. Model
10. Manufacturer
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Your ReSound mini 60 Thin Tube
Hearing Instrument
1. Programme Selector
2. Battery Compartment & On/Off Switch
3. Thin Tube Adaptor
4. 1st Microphone Sound Inlet
5. 2nd Microphone Sound Inlet
6. Thin Tube with standard dome
7. Volume Control
8. Left/Right indicator
(Right=Red, Left=Blue)
9. Battery lock
10. Model
11. Manufacturer
60-DI
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Programme Selector
Your hearing care professional has most likely programmed
multiple programmes into your instrument. You can select
programmes simply by depressing the programme selec-
tor once. You will then hear one or more “beeps”, indicating
which programme you have selected. Your hearing instru-
ment will switch programmes as follows:
Examples:
4 programmes: 1 → 2, 2 → 3, 3 → 4, 4 → 1
With optional telecoil: 1 → 2, 2 → 3, 3 → T, T → 1
With Direct Audio Input: 1 → 2, 2 → 3, 3 → DAI, DAI → 1
You can always return to programme 1 by turning your
instrument off and then on again or by placing it in stand-by
mode and then
returning to its
operating
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Your Programme Environmentst
Programme Description of when to use
Telecoil
See section “Telephone Use” for a detailed description of this
function. ReSound Metrix BTE instruments are all equipped
with a telecoil in their standard version.
Directionality
The ReSound instrument is equipped with two microphones
and thus offers adaptive directionality. That is a function
which enables better speech understanding in noisy
situations. This function focuses on speech in front of you
while sounds coming from the back or the side are sup-
pressed. Directionality is available as an option in the custom
programmes. The ReSound instrument furthermore offers
SoftSwitchingTM. When SoftSwitching is turned on, the in-
strument automatically switches to adaptive directional-
ity when you have a conversation in a noisy environment.
Please ask your hearing care professional about this auto-
matic feature.
Stand-by Function
To put the instrument into stand-by mode, hold down the
programme selector for 5 seconds. You will hear a series
of beeps, and the device is now in stand-by mode. Before
returning to functional mode, you will need to wait
approximately 5 seconds. After waiting, press the program-
me selector down once. Please note that the instrument is
using a small amount of power when it is in stand-by mode.

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On/Off Function
Your ReSound BTE is equipped with an on/off switch inte-
grated into the battery compartment. When the battery
compartment is fully closed, the instrument is turned on in
its functional mode and programme 1 will be activated. Par-
tially open the battery door until it snaps into the off-position.
The instrument is then switched off. Whenever you are not
wearing the instrument, remember to turn it off to reduce
battery consumption.
SmartStart
SmartStart allows you to insert the instrument in the ear
without annoying sounds like squealing. It delays the switch
on time 10 seconds after closing the battery compartment,
and is indicated by a beep every second after closing the
battery compartment.
Volume Control
The ReSound models 60-VI, 7ODV, 70DVI and 80-DVI offer
a volume control allowing you to turn the volume up and
down. When wearing the instrument, you can increase the
volume by turning the volume control wheel up, and reduce
volume by turning it down.
For each volume step, you will hear a “beep” signal indicat-
ing the change. If you reach the upper or lower limit of the
volume control range, there will be a different type of “beep”
signal with a lower pitch.
Please note that your instrument has been fitted by your
hearing care professional and that your hearing loss has re-
quired a certain amount of amplification. This means that
you may not be able to increase the volume as much as you
can decrease it.

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Volume Control

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Direct Audio Input (DAI)
The ReSound mini BTE and BTE models 70-DI, 70-DVI
and 80-DVI offer you the possibility of direct, undisturbed
connection to facilities such as television, radio and remote
microphone via the Direct Audio Input socket. Often, this
will improve sound quality. The sound source is connected
to your instrument with a cable or a wireless FM system to
the audio shoe. The audio shoe will connect with a “click”
to the hearing instrument and switch to Direct Audio Input
automatically.
mini BTE
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Direct Audio Input (DAI) - 61 and 71
Using the Direct Audio Input socket enables direct,
undisturbed connection to facilities such as: Television -
Radio - Remote microphone.
How to connect the Audio boot to the hearing instrument:
Pay close attention to the illustrations on how to connect
and disconnect the audio boot below
1. Make sure the tip of the audio boot is placed firstly in
the HAI (Hearing Instrument Accessories Interface).
2. Click the audio boot on to the hearing instrument.
3. The Audio boot is now connected.
How to disconnect the Audio boot:
Important: Do not disconnect the audio boot without push-
ing the release button first.
4. Push the release button on the front side of the Audio
boot.
5. Gently remove the Audio boot.
The sound source is connected to your instrument with a
cable or a wireless FM system to the audio boot. The audio
boot will connect with a “click” to the hearing instrument
and switch to Direct Audio Input automatically.
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Inserting and removing the instrument
( - with ear mould)
Inserting the instrument
• With the battery door opened
in the off position take the ear
mould between thumb and
index finger and position its
‘point’ in your ear canal. Now,
slide the ear mould all the way
into your ear with a gentle, twist-
ing movement. Insertion can be
easier if you gently pull your
auricle backwards with your
other hand.
• Turn the top-part of the ear
mould gently backwards and
forwards so that it fits behind
the fold of skin above your ear
canal.
• Place the hearing instrument
behind your ear. Move the ear
mould up and down and press
gently to ensure it is positioned
correctly in the ear. Opening
and closing your mouth can
ease insertion. You will feel
when the ear mould is posi-
tioned correctly.
• Whencorrectlypositionedswitchonyourinstrumentby
closing the battery door.

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Inserting and removing the instrument
(with FlexTubeThin Tube)
Inserting the instrument
• Hangtheinstrumentoverthe
top of the ear.
• GrasptheFlexTube/ThinTube
where it bends and push
the dome into your ear
canal. The dome should
be placed far enough into
the ear that the sound tube
lies flush with your head.
When the dome is placed
appropriately, you should not
see the FlexTube/Thin Tube
sticking out when you look
directly into a mirror.
• If the device whistles, the
most likely reason is that the
dome is not placed correctly
in the ear canal.
Other reasons can be buildup
of earwax in the ear canal,
or that the sound tube con-
nection to the instrument
has become loose, in which
case the sound tube must be changed. It is also possible
that the instrument settings are not optimal. If you have
ruled out other reasons for the instrument squealing, it is
recommended to ontact your hearing care professional.

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Changing the Battery
Open the battery compartment by turning the instrument
off, and then using your fingernail to open it completely.
After removing the old battery, insert the new one with the
“+” (flat) side facing the “+” on the battery door. It should fit
in like a puzzle piece. The battery door should close very
easily. Never use force to close the door as this may damage
your hearing instrument.
Always use a Zinc-Air battery. Please note that if the bat-
tery is weak, the hearing instrument performance will be
reduced. Removing the battery when you are not wearing
the instrument will help prevent corrosion of the battery
contacts.

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Battery Warning Information
Batteries contain dangerous substances and should be
disposed of carefully in the interest of your safety and for
the environment.
• Do NOT attempt to recharge batteries which are not
specifically designated rechargeable as they may leak or
explode.
• Do NOT attempt to dispose of batteries by burning
them.
• Keepbatteriesawayfromsmallchildrenandpets.
• DoNOTplacebatteriesinyourmouth.
If swallowed, see a physician immediately.

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Daily Maintenance
Keep your hearing instrument clean and dry. Wipe the
case with a soft cloth or tissue after use to remove grease
or moisture. If the instrument has been exposed to high
humidity or perspiration, enclose it (with the ear mould) in a
sealed container together with a drying agent (dessicator)
overnight. Consult your hearing care professional concern-
ing which drying agent to use.
To avoid the need for unwarranted repairs:
• Never immerse the instrument in water or other liquids
since this may cause permanent damage to the circuit-
ry.
• Protect your hearing instrument from rough handling,
and avoid dropping it on hard surfaces or floors.
• Donotleavetheinstrumentinorneardirectheatorsun-
light since excessive heat can damage the instrument or
deform the casing.