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Symptom

Cause

Solution

No FM signal
from the re-
ceiver, or
sound distor-
tion.

The transmitter’s
battery is run-
ning low.

Make sure that the
battery has sufficient
power. Check the low
battery indicator.

The microphone
is off (HandyMic)
or not connected
(MicroVox).

Switch on the
HandyMic transmitter
or test the MicroVox to
ensure that the micro-
phone jack is correctly
connected.

The earmould or
the tubing is
blocked.

Make sure that the
earmould is correctly
connected to the hear-
ing aid. Check for wax
or dirt in the earmould
tubing.

No audio sig-
nal even
though the
signal from
the transmit-
ter is OK.

The audio cord is
not correctly con-
nected.

Make sure that the
jack for the HandyMic
and for the audio
equipment is correctly
connected.

The audio cord or
jack is defective.

Check for visible dam-
age to the cord or jack.

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Summary of Contents for HandyMic TX3

Page 1: ...MicroLink system User s instructions for MicroLink MLX FM receiver HandyMic TX3 FM transmitter MicroVox TX2 FM transmitter...

Page 2: ...Instructions for use of the HandyMic 22 1 The companion technique 23 2 The interview technique 25 3 The lecture technique 26 4 The audio visual technique 27 Recharging the HandyMic 30 The MicroVox Tra...

Page 3: ...wards achieving this goal by ensuring optimal listening comfort and speech understanding In difficult listening situations in particular the MicroLink gives people with a hearing loss new possibilitie...

Page 4: ...fundamental obstacles to optimum com munication distance noise and echo and espe cially the combination of these factors The system is completely cordless and therefore very easy to use Now you can co...

Page 5: ...Widex hearing aid will give you many pleasurable lis tening opportunities The MicroLink system is a precision instrument that can be damaged if knocked or bumped Therefore it should be hand led with c...

Page 6: ...n a technical term for the way radio signals are generated FM transmission ensures advanced reception quality free of noise and distortion The MicroLink FM system consists of two basic components A mi...

Page 7: ...in two versions with a HandyMic transmit ter or with a MicroVox transmitter Both versions use the MicroLink receiver Transmission power is very low and involves no physiological side effects The maxi...

Page 8: ...el number and colour code The MicroLink Europlug fits all behind the ear hearing aids that have an FM shoe with Europlug connection An FM shoe is available for all LOGO SENSO and other digital instrum...

Page 9: ...n switch M FM M FM 5 Channel identification The number and colour code indicate which frequency is being used The number and col our of the receiver must be identical to the number and colour of the t...

Page 10: ...the MicroLink on the FM shoe Insert the short thick pin of the MicroLink plug into the corresponding hole in the FM shoe Push the MicroLink plug into the shoe until a click is felt The shoe with the...

Page 11: ...Note Please remember to exchange the solid cover for the perforated cover on the side of the hearing aid Reverse the procedure to remove the MicroLink 11...

Page 12: ...k from your hearing aid when not us ing the FM system b In position l only FM is received the hearing aid s microphone is dampened by 20 dB c In position ll both FM and the signals from the hearing ai...

Page 13: ...on FM reception hearing aid microphone MT Hearing aid micro phone telecoil FM reception telecoil FM reception hearing aid microphone telecoil T Telecoil Telecoil Telecoil Please note When switched on...

Page 14: ...r and the receiver must be on the same channel frequency The HandyMic can be used as a hand held micro phone without the external antenna The distance to the MicroLink receiver should normally not exc...

Page 15: ...ly picks up sound signals from an angle of 45 in front of the microphone 3 The super directional microphone primarily picks up sound signals from an angle of 20 in front of the microphone Select the r...

Page 16: ...trans mitter is automatically switched on even when it is in the off position when there are incoming audio signals The audio cord then also functions as an antenna A built in rechargeable battery pow...

Page 17: ...Description 1 Microphone mode switch and on off switch Switch symbols l HandyMic off m Omnidirectional Directional Super directional 2 Adapter socket 3 Battery indicator 17 4 7 8 5 6 2 1 3...

Page 18: ...place in the compartment on the underside of the HandyMic The HandyMic s frequency module has a channel number which must match the channel number of the MicroLink receiver in order to function The fr...

Page 19: ...s The HandyMic comes with the following accesso ries 1 Charger power supply 2 External antenna 3 Audio cord for radio TV etc with a 3 5 mm jack and an additional 6 mm adapter jack 4 Neck cord 5 Leathe...

Page 20: ...andyMic can be placed on the table in a central position relative to the people present Directional setting The directional setting can be used in situations when several people are speaking at the sa...

Page 21: ...rectional mode to a specific person switch to super directional mode Only speech and sounds that come pre cisely from the direction in which the microphone is pointing will be amplified Ambient noise...

Page 22: ...with another person face to face 2 Speaking with several people at the same time 3 Attending a lecture or a class 4 Listening to the radio or TV directly through the audio output or having a telephone...

Page 23: ...us etc Here your companion can either hold the HandyMic in his or her hand slip it into a shirt pocket or wear it on the accompany ing neckcord Speech will be transmitted directly to the MicroLink rec...

Page 24: ...The antenna can be connected in two positions see figs Always keep the antenna cord untan gled 24...

Page 25: ...ing the HandyMic in the directional or super directional mode In quiet surroundings choose the omnidirectional mode and place the HandyMic in a central posi tion relative to the people you want to lis...

Page 26: ...de him The lecturer should either have the HandyMic in the neckcord or wear it in front of him Select a microphone mode according to the situation For example if the speaker is standing still with the...

Page 27: ...uipment is fitted with a socket for a headphone jack 3 5 mm jack This allows you to get an optimum signal directly from the TV for example without having to turn up the volume On some TV models the lo...

Page 28: ...switched off It is automati cally switched on when a signal is received via the audio cord It is automatically switched off when no signal has been received for 50 seconds We recommend that you rechar...

Page 29: ...most standard headphone sockets If the audio cord jack does not fit your audio visual equip ment an adapter jack can be purchased from your hearing healthcare professional When connected to the Handy...

Page 30: ...ydride battery This is the most environ mentally safe battery available It does not con tain heavy metals and has a high capacity and a long life A fully charged battery will last approxi mately 13 ho...

Page 31: ...ined battery takes approxi mately 13 hours Remove the charger cord and the HandyMic is ready for use Please note The battery cannot be overcharged The HandyMic can be recharged while in use with radio...

Page 32: ...s micro phone signals to the MicroLink receiver which must be working on the same channel number as the transmitter A 1 5 V battery type AA powers the MicroVox You can use an ordinary alkaline battery...

Page 33: ...be established in two ways you can use the socket for the microphone or you can use an alternative audio input with a socket for a 2 5 mm jack plug Note When connected to the microphone socket the au...

Page 34: ...socket 2 5 mm jack for con nection to audio visual equipment 4 Channel number printed on a coloured back ground The colour indicates the last digit of the channel number See page 9 item 5 5 Light indi...

Page 35: ...35 5 4 1 2 3 7 6...

Page 36: ...MicroVox accessories The MicroVox comes with the following items 1 Clip on microphone 2 Alkaline battery 3 Leather case 36 1 3 2...

Page 37: ...The following items are optional Charger and cover for the MicroVox Power supply adapter Audio cord for radio TV etc with a 3 5 mm jack socket A 6 mm jack plug adapter to fit a 3 5 mm jack socket 37...

Page 38: ...ug can only be in serted one way Use only an original Widex micro phone Important The microphone connecting cord also serves as an antenna In order to function proper ly there must be no loops or knot...

Page 39: ...ery size AA as standard To place the battery in its compartment slide away the cover under neath the MicroVox The cover has a smaller detachable panel available in two types a A charge panel for recha...

Page 40: ...for ordinary batteries A charger with a rechargeable battery can be provided on request In this case the charge panel that comes with the charger must be used Please note You have to remove the charg...

Page 41: ...sliding the cover in the direction of the arrow b Insert a new battery A mark inside the com partment shows the correct battery position Warning Never leave batteries where young chil dren or pets can...

Page 42: ...How to switch on the MicroVox Switch on the MicroVox by pushing the on off switch downwards until a red mark is visible If the Low Bat flashes the battery requires re placement or recharging 42 Off On...

Page 43: ...a for the transmitter The audio cord is optional and can be ordered from your hearing healthcare professional A cord with a 2 5 mm jack is necessary for the other audio socket The socket is intended f...

Page 44: ...versation on terms equal to or perhaps even better than people with normal hearing So never hesitate to ask someone to carry and talk into the microphone Operating Range Whether you use the HandyMic o...

Page 45: ...st inside steel buildings Sig nal fall out with increased noise may occur in the vicinity of the maximum range Disturbances from other kinds of transmitting equipment may also affect reception Recepti...

Page 46: ...od idea to check daily that everything is functioning normally 1 Listen to the hearing aid alone 2 Listen to the hearing aid and the MicroLink with FM M switched on and the transmitter switched off 3...

Page 47: ...nd when you suspect that it is running low If the battery is low the MicroLink receiver will stop functioning before the alarm on your hearing aid starts to beep If your hearing aid does not fea ture...

Page 48: ...unning low the low battery light flashes as a signal for you to change the battery It can however be functional for some time but do not wait until the battery is completely dead The signal quality re...

Page 49: ...unctioning properly You can probably solve most problems that may arise yourself Below you will find some helpful tips for general troubleshooting In order to identify the defect listen to your MicroL...

Page 50: ...The mode switch of either the hearing aid or the MicroLink receiver is in an incorrect posi tion Check the position of both mode switches The FM shoe is not correctly con nected Make sure that a click...

Page 51: ...oVox to ensure that the micro phone jack is correctly connected The earmould or the tubing is blocked Make sure that the earmould is correctly connected to the hear ing aid Check for wax or dirt in th...

Page 52: ...ains outlet is switched on The power outlet is not correctly connected Check that the charger is connected correctly to the mains outlet and that the charger s plug and cable are intact If none of the...

Page 53: ...ean the system with water or other fluids 4 Do not try to charge ordinary non recharge able batteries 5 Do not tangle or knot the antenna 6 Do not expose the system to hair spray 7 Do not use the Micr...

Page 54: ...that what is being said into the transmit ter can possibly be picked up and heard via other receivers 10 Note that you may possibly overhear other ra dio communication when using the MicroLink receiv...

Page 55: ...ternational warranty is provided The warranty covers all material and manufac turing defects Defects arising from improper handling or repairs carried out by an unauthor ised party are not covered by...

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