Sivantos WL101 RC for hearing instruments User Manual

Sivantos GmbH RC for hearing instruments

User Manual

www.siemens.com /hearingSiemens Audiologische Technik GmbHGebbertstrasse 12591058 ErlangenGermanyPhone +49 9131 308 0© 01.2008, Siemens AG · SBDocument No. A91SAT-00370-99T1-7600Order/Item No. 103 029 99Printed in Germany
ProPocketTMUser Guide
AAIntroductionDear customer,Your hearing instruments are equipped with wireless technology and can therefore be controlled by your ProPocket™.These instruction describes how to operate your ProPocket rapidly and easily.It also provides you with important information on how to handle your instruments.Your Hearing Care Professional can answer any further questions about instructions and proper use. 12
AA234567891110ContentsYour ProPocket 4Intended use 5General notes on safety 6Safety notes for batteries 8Changing the batteries 9Key lock 10Turning your hearing instruments on and off 11Adjusting the volume 12Changing the program 13Maintenance and care 14Troubleshooting 15Technical information 16Disposal Information 18121314153
The remote control uses two AAAA batteries.1 Key lock2 On/Off of hearing instruments3 Program change4 Volume up5 Volume down6 Accessory ring7 LED1234567Your ProPocketClipThe clip allows you to attach the remote control to your belt.CoverThe cover protects the remote control from damage that can be caused by scratches or water splashes.It does not make the remote control water-proof!34
Intended use 4This remote control is intended to operate hearing instru-ments.Hearing instruments are intended to improve the hearing of hearing impaired persons. Diagnosis and prescription of a hearing instrument must be performed by hearing health specialists, e.g. ENT doctors, audiologists or acou-sticians.Read and follow the instructions of this user guide toavoid injuries or damage to remote control.Symbols:Be aware of information marked with the warning symbol WARNING,CAUTION or NOTICE!WARNING points out a situation that could lead to serious injuries,CAUTION indicates a situation that could lead to minor and moderate injuries.NOTICE NOTICE indicates possible propertydamage.Advice and tips on how to handle yourhearing instrument better.Instruction. Indicates that something has to be done.5
NOTICEThe remote control is sensitive to extreme heat, high humidity, strong magnetic fields (>0.1T), X-rays and mechanical stress.Do not expose the remote control to extreme tempera-ture or high humidity. Do not leave it in direct sunlight. Do not immerse it in water.XXXIn case the hearing instrument is controlled by ano-ther person’s remote control unit (RCU), please return RCU and hearing instrument to your Hearing Care Professional.XWARNINGWireless systems may interfere with measuring devices and electronic equipment.Do not use remote control in hospitals or airplanes.Have the key lock activated in hospitals or airplanes.Prior to use in conjunction with an electronic implant or life supporting system, have the electromagnetic compatibility verified.XXXGeneral notes on safety5In some countries restrictions for the usage of wireless equipment exist.Refer to local authorities for further information.X6
WARNINGRisk of interference with cardiac pacemakers.Do not use the remote control if you are fitted with a cardiac pacemaker.XWARNINGRisk in explosive environments, e.g. mining areas!Don't use your hearing instruments and remote control in areas where there is a danger of explosions.X5General notes on safety7
NOTICELeaking batteries damage the instrument. Remove batteries when the instrument is not in use for a prolonged period of time.XDo not throw used batteries into household trash. Return them to your Hearing Care Professional for environmentally correct disposal.XWARNINGChoking hazard posed by small parts.Keep batteries and remote control out of children‘s reach.If swallowed consult a physician or hospital immediately.XX6Safety notes for batteries8
Press the rippled part on the co-ver of the remote control battery compartment to slide it open.Insert two batteries as shown in the picture.Make sure the polarity symbols on the battery and compartment are aligned.Close the battery compartment.A click is audible when the battery compartement is fully closed.XXX++The remote control ist powered by two AAAA batteries.Changing the batteries 79
The key lock deactivates the buttons on the remote control so that accidentally pressing the buttons will not have any effect. LockSlide the control over so the green section is covered.The key lock is activated.When pressing a button the LED blinks 3 times to indicate that the key lock is activa-ted.UnlockSlide the control to the other direction, so the green section shows.The key lock is deactivated.The remote control works and the LED blinks only once when pressing a button.XXKey lock810
Make sure the distance between your remote control and hearing instrument does not exceed 40 inches (1 meter).If you are wearing two hearing instruments, both in-struments will be turned on/ off at the same time.XXPress the On/Off button to turn your hearing instruments on.Press the On/Off button to turn your hearing instruments off.XXTurning your hearing instruments on and off 911
Press the "Volume up" (+) button to increase the volume of your hearing instruments.Press the "Volume down" (-) button to decrease the volume of your hearing instruments.Your Hearing Care Professional can activate acoustic si-gnals to indicate when the volume has been changed and when the volume limit has been reached.XXMake sure the distance between your remote control and hearing instrument does not exceed 40 inches (1 meter).If you are wearing two hearing instruments, the volume will be changed on both instruments at the same time.XXAdjusting the volume1012
Make sure the distance between your remote control and hearing instrument does not exceed 40 inches (1 meter).If you are wearing two hearing instruments, the program will be changed on both instruments at the same time.XXEach time you press the program button, your hearing instruments switch to the next program, confirming each change with an acoustic signal. ExampleThe hearing instruments are in program 1. You want to change to program 2.Press the program button once. You hear an acoustic signal. You are now in program 2.Your Hearing Care Professional can deactivate the acoustic signals to indicate when the program has been changed.XChanging the program 1113
NOTICEDo NOT put your remote control in water! The cover does NOT make your remote control waterproof.Do NOT clean your remote control with alcohol or benzine.XXProtectionUse the "cover" (see "Accessories" section) to protect against accidental drips or splashes when you go near water such as a sink.CleaningClean the remote control as necessary with a soft tissue.Avoid abrasive cleaning liquids with additives such as citronid aids, ammonia, etc.XXX12 Maintenance and care14
Problem Possible solutionThe remote control does not workDeactivate the key lock.Replace empty batteries.Move away from electro-magnetic noise sources.Another remote control affects your hearing instrumentsReturn remote control and hearing instruments to your Hearing Care Pro-fessional.Feedback or loud noise oc-cursThe function of the wireless link might be affected by a nearby electromagne-tic source, such as computer monitors. Keep an appropriate distance from the-se sources.If you still encounter problems after trying these sugge-stions, consult your Hearing Care Professional. Troubleshooting 1315
Operating frequency: FC=3.28 MHzMaximum field strength @ 10m: -7 dBμA/mMaximum field strength @ 30m: 28.5 dBμV/m CE, FCC and IC compliance information can be found in-side the battery compartment.This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canady. Operation is subject to the following conditions:(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users aut-hority to operate the equipment. FCC-ID: SGI-WL101IC: 267AB-WL101Technical information1416.
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 protection against harmful interference in a re-sidential 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 communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harm-ful interference 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 equipment and receiver.Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit diffe-rent from that to which the receiver is connected.Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.Technical information 1417
Within the European Union, the marked equip-ment is covered by "Directive 2002/96/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 January 2003 on waste elec-trical and electronical equipment. Amended by Directive 2003/108/EC" (WEEE).For disposal within the EU please send device to the fol-lowing address:United KingdomSiemensHearing InstrumentsNewton RoadCrawley RH109TTMaltaCharles de Giorgio LTD39-40 South StreetValetta CMR 01P.O.Box 374IrelandHowth JunctionBusiness CenterKilbarrack5 Dublinwww.hearing-siemens.comWith the CE marking Siemens confirms compli-ance with the European Directive 93/42/EEC con-cerning medical devices.15 Disposal InformationRecycle your hearing instruments and remote control according to national regulations.X18

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