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Please make sure that the screw is in the unlocked
position when you close the battery compartment.

Locked

Unlocked

The ON / OFF switch is not available when the
battery compartment is locked.

To switch the hearing system OFF, it is necessary
to unlock the tamper proof battery compartment.

Preparation

Summary of Contents for Exelia Art BTE

Page 1: ...Ex lia Art BTE User Guide 0459...

Page 2: ...ng the battery 10 Tamper proof battery compartment 13 Identifying left and right instruments 15 Inserting your hearing system with earmold into your ear 16 Inserting your hearing system with Fit nGo s...

Page 3: ...ntrol optional 39 FM communication optional 41 Dynamic FM transmitters 42 Multi frequency FM receivers 43 Attaching and removing MicroLink FM receiver ML9S and AS9 audio shoe 44 MyLink optional 46 Eas...

Page 4: ...4 The Ex lia Art user guide describes features functions and accessories of the Ex lia Art M P and SP models Warning 58 Service and Warranty 59 Phonak distributors worldwide 62 Preparation...

Page 5: ...es that are easy to use Please read this manual carefully to benefit from all the features of your new hearing system Ask your hearing care professional if you have any questions Ex lia Art is a quali...

Page 6: ...6 Description Hearing system with earmold Microphone inputs with Wind and Weather Protector Program switch Volume control Battery compartment with ON OFF switch Hook sound output Individual earmold...

Page 7: ...g system with Fit nGo slim tube and dome see page 6 Slim tube sound output Dome Retention Hearing system with Fit nGo slim tube and SlimTip see page 6 Slim tube sound output Individual SlimTip Removal...

Page 8: ...8 Short introduction Inserting the battery Details see page 11 Switching ON OFF Details see page 25 ON OFF ON...

Page 9: ...9 Controlling the volume Details see page 26 Volume up Volume down Selecting a hearing program Details see page 28...

Page 10: ...ttery Use battery size 13 for your instruments Using the nail grip open the battery compartment completely and remove the old battery Remove the protective foil from the new battery and wait 2 minutes...

Page 11: ...the new battery with the sign flat side of the battery in line with the marked on the battery compartment and close it The correct battery orientation can also be seen on the inside of the battery co...

Page 12: ...ment open to allow any moisture to evaporate Low battery warning An acoustic signal gives you an early warning that the battery is approaching exhaustion You have approximately 30 minutes to replace t...

Page 13: ...be mounted on the instruments This locking system can also be used for identifying left and right instruments see page 15 To lock the battery compartment after it is closed Use a small screwdriver and...

Page 14: ...ked position when you close the battery compartment Locked Unlocked The ON OFF switch is not available when the battery compartment is locked To switch the hearing system OFF it is necessary to unlock...

Page 15: ...important to use the correct hearing system for each ear Your hearing care professional can mark the hearing systems for you The color code on the housing will identify left and right hearing systems...

Page 16: ...ur ear Using the hand on the same side you wear your hearing system grasp the earmold between the thumb and index finger Raise your hand to your ear making sure the canal portion of the earmold faces...

Page 17: ...nal If it is difficult to get it into place stretch your ear by pulling it gently backwards and upwards with your other hand When the canal portion is in place twist the earmold backwards so that it f...

Page 18: ...18 Now position the hearing system behind the ear Be careful not to twist the tubing Preparation...

Page 19: ...19 Check the placement of the earmold by tracing the contour of the ear with your finger To remove your hearing system grasp the earmold not the tubing and pull it out of your ear gently but firmly...

Page 20: ...system with Fit nGo slim tube into your ear Open domes and SlimTip Place the hearing instrument over the top of your ear Hold the slimtube where it attaches to the dome or SlimTip and gently push the...

Page 21: ...the ear so that the slim tube lies flush with your head Place the retention tail if available of the slim tube into the bowl of your concha To remove your hearing instrument grasp the slim tube near...

Page 22: ...correct you can easily adjust it With one finger gently bend the bigger fin forwards and then back again so that it overlaps the smaller one Make sure that the slit of the closed dome is in a horizont...

Page 23: ...23 Correct position Wrong position Moving the fins...

Page 24: ...rt offers a unique functionality called Self Learning In every environment it logs your personal volume changes within the hearing instrument This means that every time you change the volume of your h...

Page 25: ...l grip slightly open the battery compartment until it snaps to its OFF position Switching ON Close the battery compartment Your hearing systems are always working in the default hearing program and at...

Page 26: ...er This function delays the activation of the hearing system for 9 or 15 seconds after the battery door is closed in order to avoid any disturbance while placing it on your ear An acoustic signal conf...

Page 27: ...eached the limit of your volume control range Phonak s myPilot command center see page 34 can also control the volume You can control the volume with an optional remote control such as the KeyPilot2 o...

Page 28: ...st appropriate hearing program Additional program selection Upon request your hearing care professional can program additional individual hearing programs dedicated to specific hearing situations or F...

Page 29: ...onfirms the selection of the Automatic Mode Synchronized manual control An automatic synchronisation for volume adjustments and program selection called QuickSync is integrated in your hearing systems...

Page 30: ...oil optional Your hearing care professional may have activated a Telecoil in your hearing system The programs with Telecoil can be used with hearing system compatible phones or via inductive loop syst...

Page 31: ...removed from your ear Some telephones produce a magnetic field strong enough to activate your EasyPhone function Most types of telephones require an additional magnet fixed on the receiver to activate...

Page 32: ...eiver in your left hand position the magnet in the upper left half of the receiver Use the double sided adhesive tape to stick the magnet to the location described above Do not cover the sound opening...

Page 33: ...reach of children and pets If a magnet is swallowed please seek the advice of a medical practitioner The magnet used to strengthen the magnetic field of your phone may affect some medical devices or e...

Page 34: ...tional benefits Volume control Program selection Access to ZoomControl program Clock and alarm myPilot battery status Read out of hearing instrument volume programs and battery status For detailed inf...

Page 35: ...35 For optimum results position your myPilot as shown in the drawing Do not use your myPilot in locations where it is forbidden to use electronic devices Operating range max 50 cm 20...

Page 36: ...tooth connections iCom offers a simple way to connect your mobile phone via Bluetooth to your hearing system iCom is also capable of transmitting a stereo audio signal from any Bluetooth enabled devic...

Page 37: ...and EasyBluetooth These programs are automatically selected in your hearing systems when an audio or Bluetooth signal is received from iCom EasyAudio and EasyBluetooth ensure that you have the optimum...

Page 38: ...t by the press of a button iView shows the status of the hearing instrument s battery the current hearing program and volume settings displayed on a large screen For detailed information on the use of...

Page 39: ...re professional to demonstrate them to you Choose the model that is most convenient for your lifestyle and your taste WatchPilot2 Exclusive and modern available for women and men with sporty rubber ba...

Page 40: ...ed information on the use of your remote control please refer to its user guide Your hearing care professional can also print an individual description of your hearing programs for you Do not use your...

Page 41: ...nication A wireless FM communication system consists of a transmitter and a receiver The transmitter is placed near or directly connected to the sound source e g TV or radio It transmits the signal vi...

Page 42: ...s and needs inspiro The transmitter for teachers and suitable for use in schools SmartLink For teenagers and adults who want nothing less than the very best ZoomLink Comfortable transmitter for everyb...

Page 43: ...ceivers with your Ex lia Art hearing system MicroLink ML9S Perfectly integrated in the Ex lia Art design Universal MicroLink MLxi or MicroMLxS together with the AS9 MLxS audio shoe interface If you us...

Page 44: ...re professional has already prepared your hearing system for use with an FM receiver To attach the MicroLink receiver ML9S or the AS9 audio shoe firmly hold it in your hand and push the small black lo...

Page 45: ...ntil it snaps in place To remove the MicroLink ML9S or audio shoe place the hearing system on a firm surface hold the MicroLink audio shoe firmly and slide the locking system Pull the hearing system u...

Page 46: ...xi or another audio signal source can be connected to your hearing system MyLink optional As an alternative to iCom with an FM receiver MyLink is a small and appealing FM receiver that is compatible w...

Page 47: ...urned off You can always manually override the EasyFM function with the program switch or a remote control Manual selection of an FM program myPilot command center choose your desired FM program The s...

Page 48: ...they last much longer reducing the service costs of your hearing systems The life span of the Wind and Weather Protector should be up to several months depending on the environment humidity dust pers...

Page 49: ...ay lose its special acoustic and protection properties The Wind and Weather Protector is made of two identical parts Always replace both protectors together Hair spray make up etc may damage the Wind...

Page 50: ...quieter than usual There is a reduction in sound quality Understanding in noise becomes more difficult It becomes more difficult to determine the direction of sounds After some experience you will get...

Page 51: ...SlimTip fits correctly into your ear If the slim tube the dome or SlimTip irritates your ear in any way and prevents you from wearing your hearing instrument please contact your hearing care professi...

Page 52: ...lim tube from the hearing instrument by unscrewing and taking it off Use a damp cloth to clean the slim tube the dome or SlimTip on the outside and use the cleaning rod to push any debris out of the s...

Page 53: ...it all the way through the slim tube and out through the dome or SlimTip After cleaning it is important to remove the cleaning rod It is not recommended to submerge or rinse the slim tube the dome or...

Page 54: ...earing instrument s electronics The slim tube and dome should be changed every third month or sooner if the slim tube becomes stiff or brittle Only your hearing care professional should change the dom...

Page 55: ...will not be using your hearing systems for a long period of time store them in their protective case Remove the batteries and leave the battery compartments open Make sure your hearing systems are co...

Page 56: ...e creams and make up can damage hearing systems Remove the hearing systems before applying cosmetics 7 If you experience any soreness or inflammation in or behind your ear contact your hearing care pr...

Page 57: ...ver your old or unused hearing system to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment or bring it to your hearing care professional for appropriate disposal...

Page 58: ...in cases even damage your hearing X ray radiation e g CT scans MRI scans may adversely affect the correct functioning of your hearing systems We recommend that you remove them before undergoing X ray...

Page 59: ...or care exposure to chemicals immersion in water or undue stress Damage caused by third parties or non authorized service centers renders the Phonak warranty null and void This warranty does not incl...

Page 60: ...e 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 Changes or...

Page 61: ...o radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception wh...

Page 62: ...L5W OB3 China Phonak Shanghai Co Ltd Shanghai City 200233 Denmark Phonak Danmark A S stre Hougvej 42 44 5500 Middelfart France Phonak France SA 69500 Bron Germany Phonak GmbH 70736 Fellbach Oeffingen...

Page 63: ...AG Phonak Schweiz 8712 St fa Turkey Phonak Turkey A S 34357 Istanbul United Kingdom Phonak UK Limited Warrington Cheshire WA1 1PP USA Phonak LLC Warrenville IL 60555 3927 Independent general A comple...

Page 64: ...ndicates that Ex lia Art products comply with requirements for a BF type applied part according to EN 60601 1 The surface of the hearing system is specified as applied part type BF This symbol indicat...

Page 65: ...d not exceed limits of 20 60 Celsius at a relative air humidity of 65 for extended periods during transportation and storage Air pressure between 500 and 1100 hPa is not detrimental to the instrument...

Page 66: ...Notes...

Page 67: ...www phonak com 029 0217 02 V1 00 2009 03 A W Printed in Switzerland Phonak AG all rights reserved...

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