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Instruction Manual

Ovation Shift

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Summary of Contents for Shift Base

Page 1: ...Instruction Manual Ovation Shift ...

Page 2: ...www OvationHearing com 1 800 595 8101 ...

Page 3: ... Battery Information 8 Preparing for Use 9 Inserting a Battery 11 Wearing Your Ovation Shift 12 Set Up BaseModel 14 Set Up Plus Model 17 Daily Use 18 Care 21 Do s and Don ts 23 Troubleshooting Tips 26 How to Reset 27 Warranty and Owner Information ...

Page 4: ...dels Shift Base and Shift Plus Shift Base has a single microphone that picks up sounds from all directions It is ideal for quiet listening environments Shift Plus has two microphones offering true directionality for those times that you want to suppress background noise The Shift Plus model is ideal if your lifestyle includes a variety of environments This model works great in quiet environments P...

Page 5: ...t for the sound tube and tip to fit properly in your ear If you need a different size tip or tube call 1 800 595 8101 or visit www OvationHearing com to purchase the appropriate size The patented rocker switch is used during initial set up to lock in your desired amplification setting Once your amplification selection is made the rocker switch also serves as a digital volume control SEE PAGE 13 On...

Page 6: ... or Vented Dome See illustrations at right RETAINING LOCK TUBE CONNECTOR HEAD MICROPHONE 2nd MICROPHONE Plus Model only ROCKER SWITCH VOLUME CONTROL AMPLIFIER CASE BATTERY COMPARTMENT DOOR The Shift is turned off by opening the battery compartment door part way VENTED DOME CLOSED DOME CLEANING LINE SLEEVE ...

Page 7: ...venience your Shift warns you when the battery is almost depleted You will hear three sets of double beeps every 10 minutes which indicates it s time to change the battery Once the voltage drops below 0 95V the device emits six sets of double beeps then shuts down Important Always discard used batteries Small batteries can be harmful if swallowed Keep batteries out of reach of pets and small child...

Page 8: ...leeve tip already installed on the tube If you want more bass sound remove the sleeve tip and substitute the dome tip provided The tips simply pull straight off Connecting the Tube Align the tube connector end with the end of the case then push the tube straight onto the sound post until it snaps into place FIGURE 2 Text represents size of tube Color of text indicates right or left Red right Blue ...

Page 9: ...mpartment FIGURE 3 2 Remove the brown colored tab on a new battery size 312 Insert the battery with the positive side facing up Notice the on the edge of the battery door to assist you in finding the proper orientation FIGURE 4 3 Gently close the battery door It should close easily do not force the door closed FIGURE 5 Inserting a Battery ...

Page 10: ...ting a Battery If resistance is experienced while closing the battery door make sure the battery is inserted properly When the battery door is completely closed your Ovation Shift is ready for operation Place the Shift over your ear Grab the loose end of the tubing and gently insert the tip into the ear canal Position the retaining lock in the bowl of the ear FIGURE 6 ...

Page 11: ...head around the front of the ear and into the canal You can check this by moving your finger down the tubing into the ear Using a mirror at first may be helpful to properly position the device If the tip doesn t stay in your ear you may need a different length thin tube Wearing Your Ovation Shift ...

Page 12: ...a quiet environment The first time you turn your Shift on it will be at the lowest amplification setting How does it sound To try the next level of amplification press and release the upper portion of the rocker switch FIGURE 7 You will hear two beeps indicating you are now in Amplification Setting 2 What you are doing is sampling the available acoustic settings There are four different settings f...

Page 13: ...ither the upper or lower portion of the rocker switch locks in your setting You have now locked in your Amplification Setting Congratulations Your setup is complete Ovation Shift remembers your preferred amplification setting from now on From this point forward the rocker switch acts as a volume control To increase volume tap the upper portion of the rocker switch To decrease volume tap the lower ...

Page 14: ...onment The first time you turn your Shift on it will be at the lowest amplification setting How does it sound To try the next level of amplification press and release the upper portion of the rocker switch FIGURE 8 You will hear two beeps indicating you are now in Amplification Setting 2 What you are doing is sampling the available acoustic settings for quiet environments There are four different ...

Page 15: ...ked in your amplification setting and you now have two programs available Quiet and Noise Congratulations Your setup is complete Ovation Shift remembers your preferred amplification setting from now on From this point forward the rocker switch provides two functions to change the volume and to switch between Quiet and Noise programs To increase volume tap the upper portion of the rocker switch To ...

Page 16: ...the Quiet program at the amplification level you locked in previously To switch to the Noise program press and hold the upper portion of the rocker switch for five seconds and release To switch back to the Quiet program press and hold the lower portion of the rocker switch for five seconds and release In both programs you can still make minor adjustments to the volume by quickly tapping the rocker...

Page 17: ...o switch between Quiet and Noise programs press and hold the rocker switch for FIVE 5 seconds and release You will hear a confirmation tone a single beep for Quiet Shhh for Noise In either program you can still adjust the volume by quickly tapping the rocker switch Important To extend the battery life turn off your Shift by opening the battery door whenever the device is not in use Be sure to keep...

Page 18: ...soft dry cloth or a moist non alcohol disinfecting wipe Do not allow water or liquid to enter any openings The most common causes of amplifier problems are moisture and wax The daily use of a drybox is recommended to reduce moisture and wax buildup Dryboxes are available at www OvationHearing com Cleaning the Tip and Tube Remove the tube from the case by twisting the tube connector at least 45 the...

Page 19: ...through the tip Re attach the tube by aligning the tube connector end with the end of the amplifier case then push the connector straight onto the sound post until it snaps into place There is no need to rotate the tube when re attaching Do not rinse or submerge these parts in water There is a risk of damage if a water drop becomes trapped in the tube If this should occur it will prevent sound fro...

Page 20: ...earing com When you change the tip make sure it is securely fastened to the sound tube before inserting it in your ear Extended Storage If it is necessary to store your Shift devices for an extended amount of time follow the steps below Remove the batteries Clean your Ovation Shift according to instructions in this manual A full cycle in a drybox is recommended prior to extended storage Place your...

Page 21: ...rosion DO always carry spare batteries DO safely store your Ovation Shift when not in use Keep out of reach of small children and pets In particular dogs may be irritated by the feedback whistling sound and attracted by the owner s scent This often results in a chewed and or ingested device Do s and Don ts ...

Page 22: ...ment DON T wear your Shift when using a hair dryer or when at the beauty salon spa or barber DON T apply hair spray when wearing your Shift It can damage the microphone or other components DON T wear your Shift while taking a bath shower spa treatment or while swimming DON T store your Shift in the bathroom during a shower or near a steam room as moisture created by the steam may cause damage ...

Page 23: ...ind the ear and that the tip is positioned properly in the ear canal Make sure the volume is turned up by tapping the upper portion of the rocker switch Excessive ear wax can prevent sound from entering the ear Contact your physician Changes in your hearing can affect how you hear with Ovation Shift Contact a hearing healthcare professional if you suspect any change in your hearing condition Your ...

Page 24: ...n t stop once you ve moved your hand away ensure that the amplifier case is positioned properly behind the ear and that the tip is positioned properly in the ear canal Try adjusting the volume Tap the lower portion of the rocker switch to decrease volume Your Shift may need to be reset See page 26 for instructions Once reset repeat steps on page 12 Base model or page 14 Plus model and choose a low...

Page 25: ...ectromagnetic field e g near a computer screen or fluorescent lights step away to see if the static clears Your Shift may need to be reset See page 26 for instructions Once reset repeat steps on page 12 Base model or page 14 Plus model and choose a lower Amplification Setting Example If you re currently on Amplification Setting 3 consider Amplification Setting 2 Your Shift may have a poor battery ...

Page 26: ...s 1 With a battery inserted open the battery door 2 Press and hold the upper or lower portion of the rocker switch 3 While still pressing and holding the rocker switch close the battery door 4 Wait at least 15 seconds then release the rocker switch 5 Open the battery door 6 When you close the battery door again your Shift is reset You may now proceed to select a new Amplification Setting See page ...

Page 27: ...arranty If you require warranty service please contact customer service at support ovationhearing com If the unit requires repair after 1 year you may contact us at support ovationhearing com for further details Alternatively you may contact the repair facility listed below Returns Each Ovation unit comes with a risk free 60 day free trial If for any reason you are not completely satisfied with yo...

Page 28: ...uivalent Input Noise dB SPL 26 0 27 5 Battery Drain mA 0 9 110 100 90 80 70 60 dB SPL 100 1000 10000 Frequency Hz Frequency Response ANSI S3 22 2003 and IEC118 7 2005 IEC118 0 OES 130 120 110 100 90 80 70 dB SPL 100 1000 10000 Frequency Hz OSPL90 ANSI S3 22 2003 and IEC118 7 2005 IEC118 0 OES 110 100 90 80 70 60 dB SPL 100 1000 10000 Frequency Hz Frequency Response ANSI S3 22 2003 and IEC118 7 200...

Page 29: ...imit F1 Hz 200 High Frequency Limit F2 Hz 6600 500 Hz THD 5 6 5 8 800 Hz THD 1 3 4 9 1600 Hz THD 1 3 1 8 Equivalent Input Noise dB SPL 22 5 24 0 Battery Drain mA 1 1 130 120 110 100 90 80 70 60 dB SPL 100 1000 10000 Frequency Response ANSI S3 22 2003 and IEC118 7 2005 IEC118 0 OES 140 130 120 110 100 90 80 dB SPL 100 1000 10000 Frequency Hz OSPL90 ANSI S3 22 2003 and IEC118 7 2005 IEC118 0 OES 130...

Page 30: ...from the ear within the previous 90 days History of sudden or rapidly progressive hearing loss within the previous 90 days Acute or chronic dizziness Unilateral hearing loss of sudden or recent onset within the previous 90 days Audiometric air bone gap equal to or greater than 15 decibels at 500 hertz Hz 1 000 Hz and 2 000 Hz Visible evidence of significant cerumen earwax accumulation or a foreign...

Page 31: ...penser as appropriate for a hearing aid evaluation The audiologist or hearing aid dispenser will conduct a hearing aid evaluation to assess your ability to hear with and without a hearing aid The hearing aid evaluation will enable the audiologist or dispenser to select and fit a hearing aid to your individual needs If you have reservations about your ability to adapt to amplification you should in...

Page 32: ...IMER No hearing aid can restore normal hearing or improve a hearing impairment resulting from organic conditions nor can it prevent further hearing loss You must be patient while adjusting to your hearing aid by wearing it for gradually increasing time periods In most cases full benefits from the hearing aid will occur with regular use The use of a hearing aid is only part of hearing rehabilitatio...

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