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Power Plus

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Behind-the-ear

83387-000  5/07 

© All rights reserved 

BKLT0028-00-EE-ST   REV. A

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Your Destiny hearing system uses the power 
of nFusion Technology which provides vast 
improvement in feedback cancellation, noise 
management, environmental detection, sound 
quality and directional hearing.

“If someone makes a decision to get a  
hearing aid, we don’t want to delay another  
day, because we know we have a chance to 
change their lives. You don’t wait to change 
someone’s life.”

— Jerry Ruzicka, President 

Starkey Laboratories, Inc.

Summary of Contents for Destiny Power Plus

Page 1: ... Technology which provides vast improvement in feedback cancellation noise management environmental detection sound quality and directional hearing If someone makes a decision to get a hearing aid we don t want to delay another day because we know we have a chance to change their lives You don t wait to change someone s life Jerry Ruzicka President Starkey Laboratories Inc ...

Page 2: ...and without a hearing instrument The hearing instrument evaluation will enable the audiologist or dispenser to select and fit a hearing instrument to your individual needs If you have reservations about your ability to adapt to amplification you should inquire about the availability of a trial rental or purchase option program Many hearing instrument dispensers now offer programs that permit you t...

Page 3: ...On Off and Volume Levels 14 Multimemory Settings 16 Directional Microphones 17 Telephone Use 18 Direct Audio Input 20 Summary of Settings 22 Hearing System Care Instrument Care 24 Earmold Care 24 Service and Repair 27 Troubleshooting Guide 28 Tips for Better Communication For You 30 For Your Family and Friends 31 FDA Information Required Information 32 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 ...

Page 4: ...arhook 3 Volume and on off control 4 Multimemory button 5 Battery compartment 6 Direct audio input contact 7 Optional side indicator Red is for right ear Blue is for left ear Your hearing system can be identified by 8 Location of serial number 9 Location of manufacturer s name and model name Overview 2 ...

Page 5: ...Overview 00 000000 8 Serial Number 9 5 2 1 3 4 6 7 3 ...

Page 6: ...blue color code on the packaging To insert or replace the battery 1 Use the nail grip on the battery door 2 Open the battery door gently 3 Remove the old battery 4 Remove the tab from the new battery 5 Line up the battery s sign flat side of the battery with the on the battery door 6 Close the battery door Preparation ...

Page 7: ...1 2 3 4 5 6 Preparation 5 ...

Page 8: ... is low You have approximately 20 minutes to replace the battery A different tone lasting two seconds will sound just before the battery stops working Actual time between low battery indicator and shut down will vary depending on environmental noise levels and brand of battery used Preparation 6 ...

Page 9: ...riate tool to slide the recessed switch to the left until it clicks and the colored mark is visible To unlock the battery door Slide the recessed switch to the right until it clicks and the colored mark disappears Locking the door is not necessary for operation Preparation e 7 ...

Page 10: ...ecause of their size it s a good idea to change and replace batteries above a table or desk to reduce the risk of dropping the instrument or battery Dispose of used batteries immediately in the proper waste or recycling container Because batteries can vary in size and performance your hearing care professional is your best source for lifespan estimates and verification that you are using the prope...

Page 11: ...ingestion of batteries Keep out of reach of children and pets Check your medications before taking them batteries have been mistaken for pills Never put batteries in your mouth as they can easily be swallowed National Button Battery Ingestion Hotline 202 625 3333 Preparation e 9 ...

Page 12: ...outer side near the tubing 2 Tilt your hand slightly forward and gently insert the canal tip of the custom earmold into your ear canal 3 Rotate the custom earmold backwards 4 Softly press the custom earmold into place with your fingertip 5 Carefully place the BTE behind your ear wrapping the earhook over the top of your ear Preparation 10 ...

Page 13: ...1 2 3 4 5 Preparation h 11 ...

Page 14: ...ing instrument and custom earmold Take the instrument from behind your ear and gently pull the custom earmold outward Pulling lightly down on the ear lobe may help loosen the custom earmold as it is removed Preparation 12 ...

Page 15: ...if so please contact your hearing care professional If an actual allergic reaction occurs alternative earmold materials are available contact your hearing care professional Severe swelling discharge from the ear excessive wax or other unusual conditions warrant immediate consultation with a physician Preparation 13 ...

Page 16: ...2 Rotate the volume control downward to the desired volume level or until you feel a click Each time you reach your preset volume level you will hear a tone 3 A non removable protective cover may be placed over your volume control to prevent accidental adjustments Your hearing care professional can provide further instruction regarding adjusting the volume with the cover in place Operation 14 ...

Page 17: ...1 2 3 Operation e 15 ...

Page 18: ...rams are accessed by pressing the Multimemory button inward When you press the Multimemory button you may hear a tone or a tone series indicating the device has changed to the next program Your hearing instrument has been set up with the following environments Program Tone Environment 1 1 Tone Normal 2 2 Tones 3 3 Tones 4 4 Tones Operation 16 ...

Page 19: ...ings When the directional microphones are activated automatically automatic the hearing instrument will continually monitor the environment and gradually adjust to the appropriate mode to optimize speech intelligibility When the directional microphones are activated Program Directional Setting 1 Automatic Manual Off 2 Automatic Manual Off 3 Automatic Manual Off 4 Automatic Manual Off Operation y 1...

Page 20: ...system has a telephone feature that enables you to comfortably use the telephone without removing your hearing instrument or custom earmold ATR or Autocoil Place the telephone handset in a normal position and then shift slightly back When correctly My telephone feature is Automatic Telephone Response ATR Automatic Telecoil Autocoil Manual Telecoil Program _____ Push and Hold Function Operation 18 ...

Page 21: ... the telephone program Place the telephone handset over your ear and slowly move it back to find the best position for listening When finished press the Multimemory button as neded to return to the previous setting Push and Hold Function Push and hold the Multimemory button for 2 3 seconds you will hear a tone series indicating that you are in the telephone program Place the telephone handset over...

Page 22: ...onto the battery door until it clicks into place 2 Ensure the gain control is pointing to the thickest part of the shading 3 Connect the desired electronic sound source to the DAI module To remove the DAI module disconnect the electronic sound source and hold both the BTE and DAI between your fingers Gently snap the two apart When the DAI module is attached the hearing instrument s telephone featu...

Page 23: ...1 2 3 Operation o 21 ...

Page 24: ...irectional Setting Indic Program 1 Normal Off Automatic Manual Program 2 Normal Off Automatic Manual Program 3 Normal Off Automatic Manual Program 4 Off Automatic Manual Low Battery Battery End of Life Standby hold 3 sec Push and Hold hold 2 3 sec ...

Page 25: ...icator Tone On Indicator Tone Type c Yes No 1 Tone c Yes No 2 Tones Tone Series c Yes No 3 Tones Tone Series c Yes No 4 Tones Tone Series Yes No Tone Series Yes No Sustained Tone Yes No Tone Series Yes No 4 Tones Tone Series ...

Page 26: ...brush or soft cloth to clean debris from around the switches microphone and battery compartment Never use water solvents cleaning fluids or oil to clean your instrument Earmold Care 1 Separate the custom earmold and tubing from the hearing instrument by gently pulling the tubing away from the instrument Use a soft damp cloth or a cleaning brush to clean debris from the custom earmold Wash the cust...

Page 27: ...rmation on additional maintenance procedures for your hearing system if needed Helpful Hints Make sure the custom earmold and tubing are completely dry before reconnecting to your hearing instrument earhook When not wearing your hearing system open the battery door to allow any moisture to evaporate 1 2 Hearing System Care n o 25 ...

Page 28: ...em in the storage container and store In a dry safe place Away from direct sunlight or heat to avoid extreme temperatures Where you can easily find them Safely out of reach of pets and children Do not take apart your hearing instruments or insert the cleaning tools inside them Hearing System Care 26 ...

Page 29: ...licable warranties or insurance you could easily cause further damage Should your hearing system fail or perform poorly check the guide on the next page for possible solutions If problems continue contact your hearing care professional for advice and assistance They are able to solve many common problems right in their office or clinic Hearing System Care 27 ...

Page 30: ...Clean both microphone and receiver with brush Hearing change Contact your hearing care professional Inconsistent Performance Blocked earmold Remove blockage and clean Unclear Distorted Performance Low battery Replace battery Blocked earmold Clean both microphone and receiver with brush Hearing change Contact your hearing care professional ...

Page 31: ...Hearing System Care 29 y d y d Symptom Possible Causes Solutions Dead Low battery Replace battery Blocked Remove blockage and clean Crimped tubing Contact your hearing care professional ...

Page 32: ...ghts ideas and feelings Reading lips facial expressions and gestures can help the learning process and add to what amplification alone may miss Please review the following simple communication tips For You Move closer to and look at the speaker Sit face to face in a quiet room Try different locations to find the best place to listen Minimize distractions Background noises may be frustrating at fir...

Page 33: ...For Your Family and Friends Your family and friends are also affected by your hearing loss Request that they Get your full attention before beginning to speak Look at you or sit face to face in a quiet room Speak clearly and at a normal rate and level shouting can actually make understanding more difficult Rephrase rather than repeat the same words different words may be easier to understand Minim...

Page 34: ...15 decibels at 500 Hertz Hz 1 000 Hz and 2 000 Hz vii Visible evidence of significant cerumen accumulation or a foreign body in the ear canal viii Pain or discomfort in the ear Special care should be exercised in selecting and fitting a hearing instrument whose maximum sound pressure level exceeds 132 decibels because there may be risk of impairing the remaining hearing of the hearing instrument u...

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