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Ideally, the flat side of the MRIC piece
(where the microphone is situated) will
be flush to the entry of the ear canal
after insertion. In this way, the device is
practically invisible.
Make sure your hands are clean while
inserting the instrument. Make-up, hand
lotion, body oils, hair gel, hairspray and
similar products could make the MRIC
unit dirty or contribute to clogging of the
microphone opening.
Hold the connector wire gently but firmly
and pull it slowly out of the ear. Remove
the instrument from behind your ear.
Removing Cue MRIC from the Ear
The Cue MRIC uses soft domes available
in various sizes and shapes. The size
and shape of the soft dome to be used
depends on the size and shape of your
ear canal. Your hearing healthcare provider
will choose the correct size and shape for
your ear so the fit will be comfortable and
function properly.
An oversized soft dome may cause
discomfort and occlusion; while an
undersized soft dome may lead to MRIC
Dome Styles
movement in the ear canal causing
feedback (or whistling). Together you
and your hearing healthcare provider will
determine the soft dome that suits you
best during your fitting.
The soft dome is made of silicone and can
be replaced when necessary. One of the
most common hearing instrument repairs is
for damage to the receiver due to earwax.
The Cue MRIC soft domes have a built-in
wax protection system that prevents the
intrusion of earwax into the device. It is
important to use only the soft domes that
have been designed specifically for the Cue
instrument. Follow the maintenance and
cleaning instructions outlined in this manual
to experience the optimum performance
from your hearing instruments.
Open-fit Soft Domes
Several openings (holes) can be found on
the dome. Generally speaking, open soft
domes will have less amplification in the
lower frequencies than a closed soft-dome.
Open-fit soft domes are better suited for a
mild to moderate hearing loss.
Closed-fit Soft Domes
Closed fit soft domes support a wider
range of hearing losses. A side effect of
closed-fit soft domes is that your own voice
will sound louder than normal - this is called
occlusion.
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