ReSound Unite User manual

USER GUIDE
ReSound Unite®Mini Microphone

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Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this de-
vice may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable pro-
tection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communi-
cations.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful inter-
ference to radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the Mini Microphone and re-
ceiver.
Welcome
Congratulations on your purchase of a ReSound Unite®Mini
Microphone, a high quality streamer of speech and sound.
ReSound Unite®Mini Microphone streams speech directly to
your hearing instrument.
The line-in functionality of the Mini Microphone will provide you
with a streamed audio signal (mono) from your audio system,
personal computer, TV or similar device directly to your hearing
instruments.
Please read this manual carefully to fully benefit from the
ReSound Unite®Mini Microphone. Ask your Hearing Healthcare
Professional if you have any questions.
For further information you can also visit the www.gnresound.
com/unite website.
For your safety, carefully read the chapter “Important Informa-
tion,” starting on page 23.
FCC ID: X26SM-1

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National restrictions
Norway: You are not allowed to operate the equipment within 20
km of the centre of Ny Ålesund.
France: You are not allowed to operate the equipment outdoors.
Italy: Product is for private use. You are not allowed to operate the
equipment outside your own premises.
This product is in compliance with the following regulatory
standards:
In EU: The device conforms to the essential requirements
according to - Annex I of Council directive 93/42/EEC for medi-
cal devices (MDD) and essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of directive 1999/5/EC (R&TTE). The declaration of
conformity may be consulted at www.resound.com
In US: FCC CFR 47 Part 15, subpart C, section 15.247
In Canada: IC 6941C-SM1
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme
NMB-003 du Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this de-
vice may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
Changes or modifications can void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
Intended use
ReSound Unite®Mini Microphone is intended to enable
ReSound hearing instrument users to better follow speech or
listen to other audio signals. The essential performance of the
ReSound Unite®Mini Microphone is to transfer signals from
the microphone or other audio devices to a ReSound wireless
hearing instrument.
List of countries
Products are intended for sale in countries within the European
Economic Area as well as Switzerland.

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Contents
Description ........................................8
Getting started ....................................10
Turning your ReSound Unite®Mini Microphone
ON and OFF ...................................11
Pairing to your hearing instruments.....................12
Start streaming ....................................15
Stop streaming ....................................17
Wearing your ReSound Unite®Mini Microphone ..........18
Light indicator (LED) ................................18
Using the line-in input ...............................19
Volume control ....................................21
Important information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
General warnings ..................................24
General precautions ................................25
Technical specifications .............................31
Warranty .........................................32
Troubleshooting guide ..............................34
any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
For other identified applicable international regulatory require-
ments in countries outside EU and US, please refer to local coun-
try requirements.
Products are categorized as receiver class 2 according to EN 300
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5. Volume control
6. Light indicator (LED)
7. Clip
8. Pairing button
Description
1. Mini-USB connector for charging
2. Microphone inlet
3. Line-in input
4. ON/OFF switch
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• For safety reasons, recharge the battery only with chargers
supplied by ReSound.
Do not charge the Unite Mini Microphone
while it is on your body.
Turning your Mini Microphone ON and OFF
To turn ON your ReSound Unite®Mini Microphone, slide the ON/
OFF switch (#4 on page 8) down to the ON position. A white “I”
icon will be visible on the switch and the LED indicator will now
blink green every 2.5 seconds.
If the battery level is low the LED will blink yellow every 2 seconds.
To turn it OFF, slide the ON/OFF switch up to the OFF position.
The LED will now stop blinking.
Getting Started
Charging the Battery
Before using your ReSound
Unite®Mini Microphone, you need
to fully charge the rechargeable
battery. To charge it, plug the charg-
ing cable as shown in the picture to
the right. Then plug the other end
of the charging cable into a power
outlet.
During the charging process, the
LED indicator will show a solid red
light. When fully charged and still
connected to the charger, the LED
will turn solid green interrupted by a
red blink every 2 seconds.
Charging an empty battery typically takes about 3 hours. It is safe
to leave the charger connected overnight—the battery cannot be
overcharged.
• When charging your ReSound Unite®Mini Microphone for the
first time, allow it to charge for at least 3 hours, even if the bat-
tery indicator indicates that the battery is fully charged.

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3. While pairing mode is activated, close the battery doors
of both hearing instruments and make sure they are ON. A
successful pairing will be indicated by an audible melody
played in both hearing instruments.
You are now ready to use the ReSound Unite®Mini Microphone!
Pairing the Mini Microphone in Channel 2 or 3
To pair the Mini Microphone in Channel 2, press the pairing button
twice. The LED will now blink yellow twice every 2 seconds to in-
dicate that it is ready to be paired in Channel 2. Close the battery
doors on the hearing instruments.
Pairing to your hearing instruments
Note! The following information is intended primarily for your
Hearing Healthcare Professional, who in most cases will com-
plete the tasks that are necessary before the ReSound Unite®
Mini Microphone can be used with your hearing instruments.
However, the process is designed to be simple and most people
can do it themselves.
It is possible to pair up to three ReSound Unite®streaming devic-
es—e.g. one Mini Microphone and two TV streamers (an optional
ReSound Unite®accessory)—with a given pair of hearing instru-
ments. Therefore, channel 1, 2 or 3 must be selected when start-
ing the pairing process.
Pairing the Mini Microphone in Channel 1
1. Make sure ReSound Unite®Mini Microphone is turned ON.
Your hearing instruments must be OFF—the battery doors
must be open.
2. Remove the silver cap from the Mini Microphone. With the
tip of a pen or similar object, press the small pairing
button one time on the front of your ReSound Unite®Mini
Microphone (see picture on the next page). The LED will
now blink yellow once every 2 seconds to indicate that
it is ready to be paired in Channel 1. Your ReSound Unite®
Mini Microphone will remain in pairing mode for 20 seconds.

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To pair the Mini Microphone in Channel 3, press the pairing but-
ton three times. The LED will now blink yellow three times every
2 seconds to indicate that it is ready to be paired in Channel 3.
Close the battery doors on the hearing instruments.
Pairing blinking pattern:
Start streaming
Turn on the Mini Microphone and make sure your hearing instru-
ments are turned on as well. Streaming may then be started in
one of two ways.
1. Press and hold the push button on both hearing instruments
for about three seconds in order to listen to the streamed
audio signal. Once ReSound Unite®Mini Microphone has
been connected, an audible melody will play in your hearing
instruments and will be followed by the streamed sound.
2. If you have a ReSound Unite®Remote Control (optional),
simply press the Unite®streaming button. Doing so will
briefly show a search icon in the remote control display. Once
the hearing instruments connect to ReSound Unite®Mini
Microphone, a short melody will be played in both ears to
confirm the presence of streamed audio and a streaming
icon will appear in the display. The streamed sound can now
be heard in your hearing instruments.

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When using the Unite Remote Control, listening programs for
streaming devices are designated as A, B and C.* The program in
use is indicated in the remote control display.
* The designations for listening programs can be customized by
your hearing healthcare professional in the programming soft-
ware. Such customizations will be reflected in the remote con-
trol display.
Stop streaming
• To stop streaming with the ReSound Unite®Remote Control
(optional) you just have to press the “P” button, located in the
center of the key pad. This will return the hearing instruments
to the last program used. You may also press the home button
to return to your default settings.
• If you are using the telephone with the ReSound Unite®Phone
Clip, Phone Clip+ or with PhoneNow™, streaming of the
ReSound Unite®Mini Microphone will be temporarily disrupted.
When you have ended your phone call, streaming will resume.
Note! The Mini Microphone will transmit over a range of
approximately 20 feet (or more.) Transmission can be in-
terrupted if the distance between the hearing instrument
and the Mini Microphone is increased beyond the trans-
mission range. If the Mini Microphone is moved back into
range within 5 minutes, your hearing instruments will au-
tomatically reconnect and continue streaming.
Start streaming on a 2nd or 3rd ReSound Unite®
Mini Microphone unit
If your hearing instrument is paired to more than one streaming
device, you can start streaming in two ways.
1. Press and hold the hearing instrument push button for about
3 seconds a 2nd or 3rd time to access the 2nd or 3rd Re-
Sound Unite®streaming device.
2. If you use a Unite®Remote Control, press the streaming but-
ton on the Unite®Remote Control a 2nd or 3rd time to access
the 2nd or 3rd ReSound Unite®streaming device.
Connected to
Mini Microphone
Streaming button
Searching for
Mini Microphone
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Using the line-in input
The line-in input (#3 on page 8) can be used to stream audio sig-
nals from most audio devices through the ReSound Unite®Mini
Microphone’s line-in feature directly to your hearing instrument.
1. Insert one end of the cable included with your ReSound
Unite®Mini Microphone into the line-in jack on the Mini Mi-
crophone.
2. Plug the other end of the cable into the AUDIO OUT on the
audio device you want to stream from.
Wearing your ReSound Unite®Mini Microphone
Clip your ReSound Unite®Mini Microphone on the speaker’s
jacket or other clothing. Place the device within a range of 4 to 8
inches from the speaker’s mouth.
Light indicator (LED)
The Light indicator (#6 on page 9) on your ReSound Unite®Mini
Microphone serves as a multipurpose user interface, providing
information on the status of your device.

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Volume control
ReSound Unite®Mini Microphone has been designed to pro-
vide a comfortable listening level from the moment it is activated.
However, for some devices or listening environments it may be
desirable to adjust the listening volume. This can be accom-
plished in a variety of ways. Keep in mind that volume adjust-
ments apply to the streamed signal only, not the volume of normal
environmental sounds.
• Use the “+” and “-“ keys (#5 on page 9) to adjust the volume to
a comfortable level. Make sure that the volume on your hearing
instruments is set to a comfortable level before you adjust the
setting on your Mini Microphone.
Note: When using the Mini Microphone as a microphone
the last volume setting will be stored. When using the
line-in, the volume setting will revert to the default level
when the Mini Microphone is turned OFF and ON again to
avoid an uncomfortable loud initial sound level when used
with different audio sources.
Note: When using the ReSound Unite® Mini Microphone
with a TV, you can use the HEADPHONE output terminal
which is usually located on the side or front of the TV.
Typically, when using the HEADPHONE output terminal
on the TV, only the person wearing the hearing instru-
ments will hear the sound, and the TV speakers will be
muted. Consult your TV manual to determine whether or
not your TV supports simultaneous speaker and HEAD-
PHONE use.

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Important information
Maintenance and Care
• Clean the ReSound Unite®Mini Microphone using a damp
cloth. Never use household cleaning products (detergent,
soap, etc.) or alcohol to clean the device.
• When the ReSound Unite®Mini Microphone is not in use, turn
it OFF and store it safely.
• Protect the ReSound Unite®Mini Microphone from excessive
moisture (bathing, swimming) and heat (radiator, car dash-
board). Protect it from excessive shock and vibration.
• Protect the microphone and charger inlets from debris and dirt.
If necessary, use the cleaning brush provided with your hearing
instruments to clean these areas.
• Use the Resound Unite®Remote Control (optional) to adjust
the streaming volume in the hearing instrument. Ask your Hear-
ing Healthcare Professional for more information about this ac-
cessory.
• In some cases,the volume can be further adjusted at the signal
source, for example by turning down the volume on the TV it-
self. In many cases this will adjust the volume of both streamed
audio (transmitted wirelessly to your hearing instruments) and
non-streamed audio (sounds reaching the hearing instrument
microphones in the normal fashion). Of course, this will also
affect listening volume for others in the room.

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• Do not use in areas where there are explosive hazards.
Ignition of flammable atmospheres
• Do not use the product in environments where there is a dan-
ger of ignition of flammable gasses
General precautions
• Do not use this device in locations where it is forbidden to use
electronic devices.
• X-ray radiation (e.g., CT scans, MRI scans) may adversely af-
fect the correct functioning of this device. We recommend that
you switch the device OFF before undergoing X-ray procedures
and keep it outside the room.
• High-powered electronic equipment, larger electronic installa-
tions and metallic structures may impair and significantly re-
duce the operating range.
• If the hearing instruments do not respond to the device be-
cause of an unusual field disturbance, move away from the
disturbing field.
• Your hearing instruments and this device were given a unique
communication code during the fitting. This ensures that the
device will not affect hearing instruments worn by others.
General warnings
• Young children can wrap cords and lanyards /keychains around
their neck causing the risk of strangulation. Therefore, always
keep cords and lanyards /keychains out of reach of children.
• The ReSound Unite®Mini Microphone uses low-powered digi-
tally coded transmissions in order to communicate with other
wireless devices. Although unlikely, nearby electronic devices
may be affected. In that case, move the ReSound Unite®Mini
Microphone away from the affected electronic device.
• If your ReSound Unite®Mini Microphone is affected by elec-
tromagnetic interference, move it away from the source of in-
terference.
• Avoid exposing your product to rain, moisture or other liquids to
protect against damage to the product or injury to you.
• Keep the product and any cords and cables away from
operating machinery.
• If the product overheats, has been dropped or damaged, has a
damaged cord or plug, or has been dropped in a liquid, discon-
tinue use and contact your Hearing Healthcare Professional.
• Dispose of the product according to local standards and regu-
lations.

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BUILT-IN BATTERY CARE: Please observe
the following if the product contains a battery
• Your product is powered by a rechargeable battery.
• The full performance of a new battery is achieved only after two
or three complete charge and discharge cycles.
• The battery can be charged and discharged hundreds of times,
but will eventually wear out.
• Unplug the charger from the electrical outlet as well as the Mini
Microphone when not in use for extended periods of time.
• If left unused, a fully charged battery will lose its charge over
time.
• Leaving the product in hot places, such as in a closed car in
the summer conditions, will reduce the capacity and lifetime of
the battery.
• A product with a cold battery may not work temporarily, even
when the battery is fully charged. Battery performance is
particularly limited in temperatures well below freezing.
• Do not make any changes or modifications to this device.
• Opening the ReSound Unite®Mini Microphone might damage
it. If problems occur which cannot be resolved, consult your
Hearing Healthcare Professional.
• The ReSound Unite®Mini Microphone may only be repaired by
an authorized service center.
• Do not use the ReSound Unite®Mini Microphone in areas
where RF transmission is prohibited, e.g., airplanes, etc.
• Only connect your ReSound Unite Mini Microphone to the
cables provided with the device.

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Battery warning!
• “Caution”—The battery used in this product may present a risk
of fire or chemical burn if mistreated.
• Do not attempt to open the product or replace the battery. It is
built-in and not changeable. Use of other batteries may present
a risk of fire or explosion and the warranty will be terminated.
• The battery in your product cannot be removed or replaced by
the user. Any attempt to do so is risky and may result in dam-
age of the product.
• Only recharge the ReSound Unite®Mini Microphone with a
power supply unit that has been supplied with the product.
• Dispose of batteries according to local regulations. Please
recycle when possible.
• Do not dispose the battery as household waste or in a fire as
it may explode.
• Batteries may explode if damaged.
CHARGER CARE: Please observe the following
if the product is supplied with a charger
• Do not attempt to charge your product with anything other than
the AC adapter provided. The use of any other types may dam-
age or destroy the product and could be dangerous. Use of
other chargers may invalidate any approval or warranty.
• For availability of approved enhancements, please check with
your Hearing Healthcare Professional.
• Charge the product according to the instructions supplied with
the product.

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Charger warning!
• When you disconnect the power cord or any connected de-
vices, grasp and pull the plug, not the cord.
• Never use a charger that is damaged.
• Do not attempt to disassemble the charger as it may expose
you to dangerous electric shock.
• Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock or fire when the
product is subsequently used.
• Avoid charging your product in extremely high or low tempera-
tures and do not use the charger outdoors or in damp areas.
• Do not charge the ReSound Unite®Mini Microphone while it is
on your body.
Technical specifications
Operating range: up to 20 feet or more
Power supply: External wall adapter
Wireless 2.4 GHz
Operating temperature: 32° to 113° F
Storage temperature: -4° to 113° F
Temperature test, transport and storage information
The product is subject to various tests in temperature and damp
heating cycling between -13° F and 158° F according to internal
and industry standards.

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What is not covered by this warranty?
Problems arising from improper handling or care, excessive use,
accidents, repairs made by an unauthorized party, exposure to
corrosive conditions or damage due to foreign objects entering
the device are NOT covered by the limited warranty and may void
it. The above warranty does not affect any legal rights that you
might have under applicable national legislation governing sale of
consumer products. Your Hearing Healthcare Professional may
have issued a warranty that goes beyond the clauses of this limited
warranty. Please consult your Hearing Healthcare Professional for
further information.
Serial number:___________________________________________
Date of purchase: ________________________________________
Warranty
The ReSound Unite®Mini Microphone is covered by a limited
warranty issued by the manufacturer for a period of 12 months
from the day of the original purchase. Please notice that extended
warranties may apply in your country. Please contact your local
Hearing Healthcare Professional for more information.
What is covered by this warranty?
Any electrical component that, because of workmanship, manu-
facturing or design defects fails to function properly under normal
use during life of this warranty will be replaced or repaired at no
charge for parts or labor when returned to the point of purchase.
If it is determined that repair is not feasible, the entire unit may be
replaced with an equivalent unit upon mutual agreement of the
Hearing Healthcare Professional and the customer.

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
SYMPTOM CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY
The streaming button on the
Remote Control is pressed
but with no effect at all
The Unite Mini Microphone
and hearing instruments have
not been paired
The Remote Control and hear-
ing instruments are not within
wireless range
Carry out pairing process
Assure that Remote Control and hearing instruments are
within wireless range and activate streaming again
The push button on the
hearing instrument has been
pressed for more than 3 sec-
onds but with no effect at all
The Unite Mini Microphone
and hearing instruments have
not been paired
Carry out pairing process
The pairing button on the
Unite Mini Microphone
is pressed but no pairing
melody is played in the
hearing instrument
The Unite Mini Microphone
and hearing instrument are not
within wireless range
The Unite Mini Microphone
and hearing instrument have
not been simultaneously in
pairing mode
Assure that Unite Mini Microphone and hearing instruments
are within wireless range and repeat pairing process
Repeat pairing process and assure that the battery doors
on both hearing instruments are closed within 20 seconds
after the pairing button has been pressed on the Unite Mini
Microphone

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
SYMPTOM CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY
The streaming button on the
Remote Control is pressed
but no streamed audio signal
is found when searched for
(indicated by an “X” icon on
the display)
The Unite Mini Microphone
and hearing instrument are not
within wireless range
The Unite Mini Microphone is
not powered on
The battery level of the Unite
Mini Microphone is too low to
support streaming
An audio device has been
connected to the line-in jack
but the device is powered off
or the output has been muted
Assure that Unite Mini Microphone and hearing instruments
are within wireless range and activate streaming again
Power on the Unite Mini Microphone and activate streaming
again
Charge the battery
Power on or unmute the external audio device

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
SYMPTOM CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY
There is no sound from the
hearing instruments despite
being in a streaming program
The Unite Mini Microphone
and hearing instrument are out
of wireless range
The Unite Mini Microphone is
no longer powered on
The battery level of the Unite
Mini Microphone has become
too low to support streaming
An audio device has been
connected to the line-in jack
but the device has been
powered off or the output
muted
Assure that Unite Mini Microphone and hearing instruments
are within wireless range again
Power on the Unite Mini Microphone and activate streaming
again
Charge the battery
Power on or unmute the external audio device