Starkey Destiny 1600 User manual

ITE
OPERATIONS MANUAL
In-The-Ear
1600

Congratulations!
Your new Destiny hearing system uses advanced
digital features to provide improved sound quality,
speech understanding and listening comfort.
Starkey Laboratories, Inc., a global hearing
instrument manufacturer, is a worldwide provider of
comprehensive digital hearing solutions. Founded
in 1967, Starkey operates facilities in more than
25 countries and is a recognized world leader in
the design and development of innovative hearing
solutions. Starkey focuses on connecting people
with people. This philosophy is at the center of
everything we do. Our ultimate goal is to provide
you the best listening experience possible.
Please read this manual carefully to take full
advantage of all features on your new hearing
system. If you have any questions, please contact
your hearing care professional.

1
Overview
Features, Controls and Identification ...........2
Preparation
Batteries .................................4
Battery Indicator Tones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Insertion and Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Operation
On, Off and Volume Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
On, Off with Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Multimemory Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Directional Settings ........................15
Telephone Use ............................17
SelfCheck ...............................21
Reminder................................23
SummaryofSettings .......................24
Hearing System Care
InstrumentCare...........................26
ServiceandRepair.........................28
Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Tips for Better Communication
For You ..................................30
For Your Family and Friends..................31
FDA Information
Required Information .......................32
Table of Contents

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Features, Controls and Identification
Your hearing system controls include:
1. Microphone opening(s)
2. Battery compartment (on/off control)
3. Vent (optional)
4. Receiver opening
Your hearing system can be identified by:
5. Location of serial number
(Red Right/Blue Left)
Overview

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Overview
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Multimemory
Button (Optional)
Volume Control
(Optional)

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Batteries
Your hearing system
uses either a size 13
or 312 battery as its
power source. This
battery size can be
identified by the
orange (13) or brown
(312) color code on
the packaging.
Preparation
To insert or replace
the battery:
1. Use the nail grip on the battery door.
2. Open the battery door gently and remove
the old battery.
3. Remove the tab from the new battery.
4. Line up the battery’s “+” sign (flat side of the
battery) with the “+” on the battery door.
5. Close the battery door.

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Battery Indicator Tones
A tone will sound when the battery voltage is low.
You have approximately 20 minutes* to replace the
battery. A different tone lasting two seconds will
sound just before the battery stops working.
* Actual time between low battery indicator and shut
down will vary depending on environmental noise levels
and brand of battery used.
Helpful Hints
• NEVERFORCETHEDOORSHUT;thiscould
resultinseriousdamage;ifthedoorwillnot
close securely, check that the battery is
inserted correctly
• Donotopenthebatterydoortoofarordamage
is likely to occur
• Becauseoftheirsize,it’sagoodideato
change and replace batteries above a table
or desk to reduce the risk of dropping the
instrument or battery
• Disposeofusedbatteriesimmediatelyinthe
proper waste or recycling container
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• Becausebatteriescanvaryinsizeand
performance, your hearing care professional
is your best source for lifespan estimates and
verification that you are using the proper size
and type
Warnings
Batteries are dangerous if swallowed. To help
prevent the accidental ingestion of batteries:
Keep out of reach of children and pets
Check your medications before taking them –
batteries have been mistaken for pills
 Neverputbatteriesinyourmouth,astheycan
easily be swallowed
 NationalButtonBatteryIngestionHotline:
202-625-3333
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Insertion and Removal
To insert the hearing instrument:
1. Holdtheinstrumentwithyourthumband
forefinger on the outer edges of the case.
2. Tilt your hand slightly forward and gently
insert the canal tip of the instrument into your
ear canal and rotate the instrument backwards.
Softly press the instrument into place with
your fingertip.
Preparation
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