Widex A S PROGL Proglink Hearing aid programmer User Manual manual

Widex A/S Proglink Hearing aid programmer manual

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1OTOPOd® PrOgLink™Quick Guide
2 3COnTenTsWHATISTHEPROGLINK™? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . WIRELESSFITTINGWITHTHEPROGLINK™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . USINGTHEPROGLINKWITHCOMPASS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DETECTINGTHEHEARINGAIDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . WARNINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SYMBOLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PROGLINKTROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . REGULATORYINFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FEDERALCOMMUNICATIONSCOMMISSIONAND INDUSTRYCANADASTATEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . WHAT is THe PROGLiNk™?ProgLink is a wireless adapter for programming Widex hearing aids that is used with Otovation’s OTOPod M2 diagnostic audiometer. The ProgLink can be added to an existing OTOPod M2 and used with Compass to perform a wireless fitting of Clear™ and future wireless hear-ing aids from Widex.WIRELESS FITTING WITH THE PROGLINK™The ProgLink was developed to make wireless programming of Widex hearing aids available for OTOPod users. The ProgLink is plugged into the OTOPod’s programming ports, and connects with Compass™ so that Widex hearing aids can be programmed without the need for hearing aid cables.Adding the ProgLink adapter to the OTOPod• If necessary, remove the neck string from the plastic clip on each side of the OTOPod• Grasp the ProgLink plug and carefully insert it into the top end of the OTOPod where the left and right hearing aid programming cable connectors are located.CONTENTS OF THE OTOPOD PROGLINK PACKAGEOTOPod ProgLinkFixture for in-the-ear (ITE) hearing instruments
4 5Using THe PrOgLink WiTH cOMPASSFirst, insert fresh batteries in the hearing aids and turn on the hearing aids. Use the Compass manual to assist in identifying the hearing aids.The Otopod and the ProgLinkTM are handled in the same manner as all other programming units. Please read the Compass manual for further information regarding setup.DETECTING THE HEARING AIDSPlace the OTOPod with the ProgLink attached on the table, and place the hearing aids inside the neck loop close to the small black box (as illus-trated).Please read the Compass manual for further information regarding setup.Make sure that the ProgLink unit is positioned correctly, as in the illustra-tion below.
6 7WHICH HEARING AIDS CAN BE PROGRAMMED WIRELESSLY WITH THE OTOPOD AND PROGLINK?All Widex CLEAR440 and more recent hearing aids with wireless technol-ogy from Widex are fitted wirelessly with the OTOPod with ProgLink. Use Compass 5.3 or a later version.The OTOPod also supports fitting with cables for models where cable fit-ting is an option. Connect the usual cables to the OTOPod (after removing the ProgLink) to perform the programming of these hearing aids.WArnings1. Never use any liquids or solutions near the ProgLink.NevertrytoopenorrepairtheProgLinkProgLinkpartscanbedangerousifusedimproperlyDonotdisconnecttheProgLinkduringuseDonotusedefectiveunitstogetherwithhearingaidsDonotusetheProgLinkonaircrafts DonotusetheProgLinkinminesorotherareaswithexplosivegassesDonotcarrytheProgLinkduringX-raysscansorradiationtreatmentsandneverplacetheProgLinkinanmicrowaveovenAlthoughyourProgLinkhavebeendesignedtocomplywiththemoststringentinternationalelectromagneticcompatibilitystandardsthepossibilitycannotbeexcludedthatitmaycauseinterferencewithotherequipment
8 9sYMBOLsIn Europe, do not dispose of in trash bins. Follow the local EU WEEE regulations for the collection of electronic products.See this user manual for information not included on the ProgLink label.PrOgLink TROuBLeSHOOTiNGProblem Possible Cause SolutionWireless program-ming is not workingThe hearing aids are not within the ProgLink range.Reposition the ProgLink so that the unit is in close proximity to the hearing aids.The hearing aids are not detected by Compass.Detect the hearing aids by placing them in the middle of the neck loop on the table. Ensure that the hearing aids are turned on.The hearing aids are not working.Insert fresh batteries in the hearing aids and turn on the hearing aids.ProgLink not securely plugged into OTOPodCheck that the ProgLink is plugged correctly into the OTOPod.OTOPod battery low Recharge or replace OTOPod batteries.OTOPod Firmware must be updatedContact your authorized representative to perform this.
10 11regULATOrY iNFORMATiONHearing aids, accessories and batteries should not be disposed of with normal household waste. Please consult your national Widex distributor for advice on how to dispose of these items.Widex A/S declares that the ProgLink is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. A copy of the Declaration of Conformity can be found at: http://www.widex.comFEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND INDUSTRY CANADA STATEMENT FCC ID: TTY-PROGL IC: 5676B-PROGL This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two 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. 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 protection 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 communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particu-lar installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o 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 dierent from that to which the receiver is connected.— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.NOTE: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment complies with the Industry Canada RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment as per IC RSS-102.Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by Widex could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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