Starkey Axent ITE User manual

Axent ITE, ITC, CIC
OPERATIONS MANUAL
Custom Instruments

ITE
Your ITE Instruments............ 25
Identification........................ 26
Batteries .............................. 27
Insertion and Removal......... 29
On, Off and Volume ............31
Multimemory Settings ......... 33
Directional Microphones ..... 34
Using the Telephone ...........35
Feedback ............................ 37
General
Battery Warning................... 38
Hearing System Care...........39
Tips for Better
Communication ................... 43
Notes................................... 45
FDA Required Information .. 48
Your Hearing Instruments ...1
CIC
Your CIC Instruments..........2
Identification.......................3
Batteries .............................4
Insertion and Removal........6
On, Off and Volume ...........8
Multimemory Settings ........9
Using the Telephone ..........10
Feedback ...........................11
ITC
Your ITC Instruments ..........12
Identification.......................13
Batteries .............................14
Insertion and Removal........16
On, Off and Volume ...........18
Multimemory Settings ........20
Directional Microphones ....21
Using the Telephone ..........22
Feedback ...........................24
Contents

1
Your completely-in-the-
canal (CIC), in-the-canal (ITC),
or in-the-ear (ITE) hearing
instruments have been
custom-made with electronic
circuitry and controls to match
your particular hearing
requirements.
Your instruments may also
be programmed to provide
additional flexibility and
control. These parameters
have been set by your hearing
care professional and/or the
manufacturer and are not
adjustable by the wearer.
This manual contains instruc-
tions for the three instrument
styles shown here. Basic oper-
ating instructions are provided
on the pages shown. To help you remember, mark
the box next to your instrument style.
ITC
pages 12 - 24
ITE
pages 25 - 37
CIC
pages 2 - 11
YOUR HEARING INSTRUMENTS

2
Your custom CICs may contain a different
combination of features and controls, depending on
the specific model selected for you.
1 = RECEIVER OPENING
2 = MULTIMEMORY BUTTON (OPTIONAL)
3 = MICROPHONE SOUND INLET
4 = BATTERY COMPARTMENT
5 = REMOVAL HANDLE
6 = VENT (OPTIONAL)
1
2
4
5
6
1
3
4
5
6
YOUR CIC HEARING INSTRUMENTS

3
Each instrument can be identified by its serial
number, located on the outside shell.
00-00000000
Left- and right-ear CICs are identified by their
shell color or a color marking.
LEFT EAR RIGHT EAR
YEAR
MADE
SERIAL
NUMBER
00-00000000
IDENTIFICATION

4
It is very important to use
the correct size and type cell
for your instrument. CICs use
a size 10A cell. Battery sizes
can be identified by color
code on the packaging. Size
10A battery packages have a
yellow mark.
Because of their size, it’s a good idea to change and
replace batteries at a table or desk to reduce the risk
of dropping the instrument or battery.
To insert or replace
the battery, open the
compartment by placing
your fingernail under the
edge of the swing-out door
and gently pulling outward.
DO NOT open the battery door too far or damage is
likely to occur.
CIC
CIC BATTERIES

5
On some instruments, an
indicator tone will sound
when the battery’s voltage is
low. It is suggested that you
replace the battery when you
hear the tone.
Existing batteries are
removed by pushing the
cell out the top of the fully
opened door. DO NOT pull it out the side of
the door.
Place the new battery in the
compartment with the plus
(+) sign facing up.
Close the battery
compartment by swinging
the door until it snaps shut.
NEVER FORCE THE DOOR
SHUT. This could result
in serious damage. If the
door will not close securely, check that the battery is
placed properly in the compartment.
CIC BATTERIES

6
Before placing
your instruments into
your ears, make certain
the batteries are inserted
properly and the battery
doors are closed securely.
NEVER use the battery compartment door to insert
or remove the instrument! Damage may occur, as the
door is not designed to withstand the pressure.
To insert the CIC, hold it
with the insertion/removal
line between your thumb
and forefinger, and with the
microphone opening at the
top of the instrument.
CIC INSERTION STEP 1
CIC INSERTION AND REMOVAL

7
Simply guide the instrument
down into your ear canal
until you feel resistance.
Let go of the insertion/
removal line.
Push the instrument in until it
is resting comfortably inside
your canal. To ease insertion,
you may wish to pull down
on your ear lobe with your
other hand as you push.
To remove your CIC, slowly
and gently pull the insertion/
removal line outward.
CIC INSERTION STEP 2
CIC INSERTION STEP 3
CIC REMOVAL
CIC INSERTION AND REMOVAL

CIC ON, OFF AND VOLUME CONTROL
8
Your CIC is “on” any time
a functioning battery is
properly placed in the
compartment and the
battery door is closed.
To turn the instrument “off,”
simply open the battery
compartment door so the
battery is no longer in contact with the internal
components. This is recommended to preserve
battery life any time your instrument is not in use.
Your CIC has been set to a
specific volume
level by your Hearing
Professional. There is no
volume control on the
instrument. If you experience
performance that is
consistently too loud or too
soft, please contact your
hearing care professional for advice and adjustment.
CIC
CIC

CIC MULTIMEMORY SETTINGS
9
CICs with a multimemory
button let you select one of
three settings for different
listening situations.
When turned on, your
instrument is most likely
programmed for normal
listening environments. The additional settings are
accessed by pressing the button once to select
memory two and twice to access memory three.
Pressing the button three times (or once from
memory three) returns you to the first setting.
Opening and closing the battery compartment will
also reset to memory one.
Your Hearing Professional can provide additional
information regarding use of the multimemory feature.
CIC

USING THE TELEPHONE
10
If wearing one instrument,
you may find your
unamplified ear adequate for
phone conversations. If you
are wearing two instruments
or prefer listening with
your amplified ear, your
instrument may work best
by holding the phone
against your ear as you
normally would.
Some models work best by holding the phone close
to, but not fully covering, your ear. If you encounter
feedback, tilt the phone receiver at an angle until the
whistling stops. Experiment to find the best position.
Your hearing care professional can provide
additional instructions and techniques for your
specific instruments.

FEEDBACK
11
When the instrument is turned “on,” or when you use
the telephone, you may hear a whistling noise known
as feedback.
Feedback is caused by amplified sounds escaping
from the ear and reflecting off your hand into the
instrument’s microphone. It is more likely to occur
during insertion, removal, and volume adjustment.
It should cease when you move your hand.
If feedback persists after the instrument has
been inserted correctly and the volume is set to
a comfortable level, contact your hearing
care professional.

YOUR ITC HEARING INSTRUMENTS
12
Your custom ITCs may contain a different
combination of features and controls, depending
on the specific model selected for you.
1 = RECEIVER OPENING
2 = VOLUME CONTROL (OPTIONAL)
3 = MULTIMEMORY BUTTON (OPTIONAL)
4 = TELEPHONE COIL SWITCH (OPTIONAL)
5 = BATTERY COMPARTMENT
6 = MICROPHONE SOUND INLET(S)
7 = VENT (OPTIONAL)
1
2
3
5
6
1
2
4
5
6
1
2
5
6
1
6
5
2
7

IDENTIFICATION
13
Each instrument can be identified by its serial
number, located on the outside shell.
00-00000000
A red or blue bar or red/blue model and serial
number type indicates right or left ear.
RED IS FOR RIGHT EAR, BLUE IS FOR LEFT EAR.
YEAR
MADE
SERIAL
NUMBER
00-00000000

ITC BATTERIES
14
It is very important to use the
correct size and type cell for
your instrument. ITCs use a
size 312 cell. Battery sizes
can be identified by the color
code on the packaging. Size
312 battery packages have a
brown mark.
Because of their size, it’s a good idea to change and
replace batteries at a table or desk to reduce the risk
of dropping the instrument or battery.
To insert or replace
the battery, open the
compartment by placing your
fingernail under the edge
of the swing-out door and
gently pulling outward.
DO NOT open the battery door too far or damage is
likely to occur.
ITC

ITC BATTERIES
15
On some instruments, an
indicator tone will sound
when the battery’s voltage is
low. It is suggested that you
replace the battery when you
hear the tone.
Existing batteries are
removed by pushing the cell
out the top of the fully opened door. DO NOT pull it
out the side of the door.
Place the new battery in the
compartment with the plus
(+) sign facing up.
Close the battery
compartment by swinging
the door until it snaps shut.
NEVER FORCE THE DOOR
SHUT. This could result in serious damage. If the
door will not close securely, check that the battery is
placed properly in the compartment.

ITC INSERTION AND REMOVAL
16
Before placing your
instruments into your ears,
make certain the battery
is inserted properly and
the battery door is closed
securely.
NEVER use the battery
compartment door to insert or remove the
instrument! Damage may occur, as the door is not
designed to withstand the pressure.
To insert the ITC, hold the
instrument between your
thumb and forefinger with
the volume control toward
the top of your ear. The
batterycompartment should
be facing away from your ear
canal. Then gently insert the
instrument into your ear canal.
ITC INSERTION

ITC INSERTION AND REMOVAL
17
There are two methods of
removing the ITC from your
ear. One way is by using your
finger to gently massage the
area behind your ear lobe.
The soft pressure should
work the instrument out of
your ear.
The other method is to reach
into the ear with the thumb
and forefinger, and gently
pull the instrument out.
ITC REMOVAL OPTION 1
ITC REMOVAL OPTION 2

ITC ON, OFF AND VOLUME CONTROL
18
The volume control of your
ITC enables you to turn the
instrument “on” and “off,”
as well as adjust the amount
of amplification provided by
the instrument.
Your instruments are ready
for use when a functioning
battery is properly placed in
the compartment and the
battery door is closed.