ReSound V 70 User manual

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OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
ReSound V
Model V70
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GN RESOUND V SERIES
BEHIND-THE-EAR
PERSONAL HEARING SYSTEM
Congratulations on the purchase of your new fully-
digital GN ReSound hearing instrument!
GN ReSound’s state-of-the-art technology and the
customized set-up selected by your hearing care professional
will bring outstanding sound quality to your family, social
and professional life.
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
GN ReSound hearing instrument will allow you to derive
maximum hearing benet.
ReSound V is a trademark of ReSound A/S.
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Contents Page
Your ReSound V Hearing Instrument 4-5
User Operated Controls 6
Volume Control 6
Programme Selector 6
Your ReSound V set-up 7
Stand-by Function 7
On/Off Function 7
Changing the Battery 8
Battery Warning Information 9
Daily Maintenance 10
The Ear mould 11-12
Sound Outlet Filter 13
Telephone Use 14
Using Assistive Listening Systems 15
Repairs 15
Troubleshooting Guide 16-17
General Precautions 18
Technical Data 18
Key Word Index 19
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Your ReSound V Hearing Instrument
1. Mode Selector
2. Battery Compartment
3. Sound Outlet
4. Microphone Sound Inlet 4
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5. Model
0297
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User Operated Controls
Volume Control
e volume control in your ReSound V instrument is fully
automatic, so there is no need to bother with adjustments. Your
instrument has been programmed to vary its amplication
according to your needs. However you have the option of de-
creasing the volume by selecting the Comfort Mode, a stan-
dard feature for more comfort in noisy environments with less
demanding speech understanding needs (in the car, in the mall).
Mode Selector
In ReSound V you have a basic programme and 3 dierent
modes. e rst mode is the Comfort Mode, and if you select
the telecoil option you have additionally the T and MT modes.
If your hearing care professional has programmed the telecoil
option with the specic modes into your instrument, you can
select the modes simply by depressing the push button. You
will then hear one or more “beeps”, indicating which mode
you have selected. Your hearing instrument will switch modes
as follows:
Example with 3 modes:
Basic programme →Comfort Mode,
Comfort Mode →MT mode,
MT mode →T mode,
T mode →Basic programme
Example with 2 modes:
Basic programme →Comfort Mode,
Comfort Mode →T or MT mode,
T or MT mode →Basic programme
Example with 1 modes:
Basic programme →Comfort Mode,
Comfort Mode →Basic programme
You can always return to the basic programme by turning your
instrument o and then on again (see “On/O Function”) or
by placing it in stand-by mode and then returning to its normal
function mode (see “Stand-by Function” on the next page).
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Your ReSound V set-up
Basic
Comfort Mode
Telecoil ( ) Microphone/Telecoil ( )
Telecoil ( )
Stand-by Function
To put the instrument into stand-by mode, hold down the
mode 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 mode selector down once.
Please note that the instrument is using a small amount of
power when in stand-by mode.
On/Off Function
Your ReSound V BTE (Behind-e-Ear) is equipped with
an on/o switch integrated into the battery compartment.
When the battery compartment is fully closed, the instru-
ment is turned on in its functional mode and the basic pro-
gramme will be activated. To turn the instrument o, press
the tab on the base of the instrument with your ngertip.
e battery compartment then snaps partly open and the
instrument is turned o. Whenever you are not wearing the
instrument, remember to turn it o to reduce battery con-
sumption.
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Changing the Battery
When the battery voltage/power decreases to a certain level,
the instrument will stop amplifying and emit a soft beeping
signal. is signal will continue for about one minute and
then the instrument will be automatically switched o.
erefore, it is recommended that you keep a spare battery
on hand.
Open the battery compartment by turning the instrument
o, and then using your ngernail to open it completely.
After removing the old battery, insert the new one with the
“+” (at) side facing the “+” on the battery door. It should
t in like a puzzle piece. e battery door should close very
easily. Never use force to close the door as this may damage
your hearing instrument.
Always use a size 13 Zinc-Air battery. Please note that if the
battery 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 dis-
posed of carefully in the interest of your safety and for the
environment.
• Do NOT attempt to recharge batteries which are not
specically 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 as to
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 circuitry.
• Protect your hearing instrument from rough handling,
and avoid dropping it on hard surfaces or oors.
• Do not leave the instrument in or near direct heat or
sunlight since excessive heat can damage the instrument
or deform the casing.
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The Ear mould
e ear mould feeds the amplied sound from the hearing
instrument into the ear. It is important the ear mould ts
correctly into your ear. If the ear mould irritates your ear
in any way and prevents you from wearing your hearing
instrument, please contact your hearing care professional to
have the ear mould modied. You should never attempt to
modify the shape of the ear mould yourself.
Ear mould
Tube
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e ear mould should be cleaned regularly. Remove the ear
mould and the silicone tubing from the hearing instrument
before you clean it. Lukewarm water should be enough to
clean wax o the ear mould. If ear wax is stuck in the sound
canal of the ear mould, the cleaning loop or a syringe with
lukewarm water can easily be used to “push” the wax out. Be
sure to thoroughly dry the ear mould and its tubing before
reconnecting it to the hearing instrument. Blow gently
through the tubing to remove moisture trapped inside.
e silicone tubing connecting the ear mould to the hearing
instrument should be changed if it becomes sti or brittle.
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Sound Outlet Filter
Your ReSound V hearing instrument is equipped with a lter.
is lter is located at the top of the sound outlet and pre-
vents moisture and debris from
getting into the hearing instrument.
If the hearing instrument seems
to have lost power and changing
the battery does not help, the lter
may be blocked, and needs to be
changed.
See instructions below:
0297
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How to remove filter
Place the hook of the instrument
into the long groove of the lter
stick. Pull down and the lter will
be removed.
How to place filter on hook
Place the hook on one lter
and push gently. Rock the
hook back and forth until the
lter is released.
Now take the hook with the
lter attached and press it
in the hole at the end of the
lter. e lter will now be
fastened.
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Telephone Use
Your hearing instrument is equipped with an induction
coil (telecoil) which picks up magnetic emanations from a
hearing instrument compatible telephone. Your hearing care
professional can set up your ReSound V hearing instrument
to take advantage of the telecoil. By selecting the telecoil
programme, the hearing instrument will only pick up the
sounds coming from the telephone.
When using the telecoil programme, the receiver of the
telephone should be held as shown in the drawing. You may
need to move the handset around slightly to nd the best
reception.
Not all telephones are compatible with the induction coil in
the hearing instrument, which will therefore not function
in the telecoil programme. In that case stay in the basic
programme.
Using the telephone, while wearing your hearing instrument
may require some practice.
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Using Assistive Listening (Tele-loop)
Systems
Many gathering places are equipped with assistive listening
(Tele-loop) systems, e.g. in schools, theaters and houses of
worship. To take advantage of a Tele-loop system, select the
telecoil mode. When the telecoil mode has been selected,
you will be able to hear a clean sound signal via the Tele-loop
system. If the instrument goes dead in the telecoil mode, this
may be because the loop system is not operating. If a school,
theater or house of worship does not have a Tele-loop system,
try and sit as close as possible to the front. If you prefer to be able
to hear your family sitting next to you, you can select the MT
mode (microphone/telecoil) instead of just having the telecoil
mode activated.
Repairs
If your GN ReSound hearing instrument malfunctions, it must
be repaired by a qualied technician. Do not attempt to open
the case of the hearing instrument since this would invalidate
the warranty. If your GN ReSound hearing instrument requires
service, please contact your hearing care professional for
assistance.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
SYMPTOM CAUSE
Dead • Not turned on
• Dead battery
• Battery improperly inserted
• Blocked ear mould
• Blocked sound outlet lter
Not loud • Loose ear mould
enough • Blocked ear mould
• Change in hearing
• Excessive ear wax
• Blocked sound outlet lter
• Volume set too low
Whistles • Loose ear mould
• Volume set too high
Not clear, • Weak battery
Distorted • Poorly tting ear mould
• Hearing instrument damaged
• Hearing instrument settings
not optimum
If there are any other problems not mentioned in this
guide, please contact your hearing care professional.
POSSIBLE REMEDY
• Turn on
• Replace battery
• Insert battery properly
• Clean ear mould blockage
• Change lter or consult
your hearing care professional
• Reinsert carefully
• Clean ear mould
• Consult your hearing care professional
• Consult your physician
• Change lter or consult
your hearing care professional
• Consult your hearing care professional
• Remove and reinsert
• Consult your hearing care professional
• Replace battery
• Consult your hearing care professional
• Consult your hearing care professional
• Consult your hearing care professional
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POSSIBLE REMEDY
• Turn on
• Replace battery
• Insert battery properly
• Clean ear mould blockage
• Change lter or consult
your hearing care professional
• Reinsert carefully
• Clean ear mould
• Consult your hearing care professional
• Consult your physician
• Change lter or consult
your hearing care professional
• Consult your hearing care professional
• Remove and reinsert
• Consult your hearing care professional
• Replace battery
• Consult your hearing care professional
• Consult your hearing care professional
• Consult your hearing care professional
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General Precautions
• Consult a physician if you nd a foreign object in your
ear canal, if you experience skin irritation or if excessive
ear wax accumulates with the use of the hearing
instrument.
• Dierent types of radiation, e.g. from NMR or
CT scanners, may damage the hearing instrument.
erefore, do not wear the hearing instrument during
these or other corresponding scanning procedures. Other
types of radiation (burglary alarms, room surveillance
systems, radio equipment, mobile telephones, etc)
contain less energy and will not damage the hearing
instrument. ey could however momentarily aect the
sound quality or create strange sounds from the hearing
instruments.
• Warning: Do not wear the hearing instrument in mines
or other explosive areas, unless those areas are certied
for hearing instrument use.
Technical Data
Maximum output
(2cc coupler / IEC 60118-7) 123 dB SPL (Typical)
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Key Word Index
Assistive listening (Tele-loop) systems 15
Battery change 8
Battery compartment 4,8
ReSound V set-up 7
Cerumen/earwax 12
Cleaning the instrument 10,12
Ear mould 11,12
Low battery warnings 8
Maintenance 10,12
On/o switch 4,7
Sound Outlet lter 13
Stand-by mode 7
Telecoil use 14,15
Telephone use 14
Troubleshooting guide 16-17
User operated controls 4,6,7
Volume control 6
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Worldwide headquarters
ReSound A/S
Lautrupbjerg 7
DK-2750 Ballerup, Denmark
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.resound.com
United Kingdom
GN ReSound Ltd.
Kirtlington Business Centre
Portway
Kirtlington
Oxon OX5 3JA
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.gnresound.co.uk
Australia
GN ReSound Pty. Ltd.
Unit R1 Regents Park Estate
391 Park Road
Regents Park NSW 2143
Tel.: (free) 1800 658 955
Fax: [phone]
www.gnresound.com.au
New Zealand
GN ReSound (NZ) Ltd.
12 Parkway Drive
Mairangi Bay
Auckland
Tel.: (free) 0800 900 126
Fax: (free) 0800 007 695
www.gnresound.co.nz
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Any issues relating to the EU Medical
Device Directive 93/42/EEC should be
directed to ReSound A/S.
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