UCI HEARING® EN LITE™ HEARING AMPLIFIER
INTRODUCTION The hearing amplifier is a personal sound amplifier that automatically enhances soft sounds. Loud sounds pass through as though nothing is in the ears. The hearing amplifier provides the highest fidelity sound amplification available at any cost. The sound quality of hearing amplifier devices is superior to that of all known custom-fitted devices, and is available without medical referral or prescription.
INTENDED USE Etymotic's hearing amplifier devices have high-frequency emphasis for soft sounds, so the faint sounds of speech can be heard more easily especially if the speaker is farther away than desirable or speaks very softly. The most common example is someone asking a question from another room. Soft speech can also be heard in a house of worship, classroom, courtroom, lecture hall, theatre, or TV dialog.
. IDENTIFICATION ◄ Eartip t Two-Position Switch Battery Door Leather Pouch Tool and Extra Filters #10 Batteries Cleaning Tool 3
BATTERY INSERTION The battery must be inserted correctly or the hearing amplifier will not work. 1. The battery compartment is located on the underside of the hearing amplifier. 2. Open the battery door. Battery Compartment 3. Remove the yellow tab from the battery. 4. Insert the battery with the the flat side facing up. s. Do not force the battery into the door. #10 Battery Inserted ~ Note: The door will not close if the battery is not inserted correctly.
BATTERIES (CONTINUED) Zinc-Air Batteries Hearing amplifiers use commonly-available #10 zinc-air hearing aid batteries. They are easy to find in pharmacies, online and other retail locations, including Radio Shack. • Zinc-air batteries have a long shelf life, but once the tab is removed, battery life is about 9 days for continuous operation. • Battery life is about 2 weeks if the devices are turned off after each use.
LOW BATTERY WARNING Low-Battery Warning A feature called LOBATTM alerts you when the battery is at the end of its life. • A slow, quiet ticking sound gradually becomes faster and louder, like the sound of a motorboat. • After the warning sound first becomes audible, it may be a few hours before the battery goes dead. • Hearing amplifier performance will not change while LOBAT is sounding.
SELECTING AN EARTIP Eartips smoke dear smoke gray beige black (in st.aII&d) TRIPLE FLANGE TRIPLE FLANGE LONG STEM FOAM Selecting an eartip: No two ears are exactly alike. The eartip that is most comfortable is the best choice, but it must seal well to prevent feedback (whistling). When changing the eartips, make sure the eartip fits securely on the stem of the device.
INSERTION Insertion • Make sure the eartip is clean. • Pull the ear up and out while inserting. • Twist and push gently until the eartip seals in the ear canal. • When using 3-flange eartips, moistening may ease insertion. • When using foam eartips, roll down or compress the foam eartip before inserting. Hold the eartip in place for about 5 seconds while foam expands to create a tight seal in the ear canal. • When using glider eartips no compression is needed; simply push into your ear.
REMOVAL Removal • Remove hearing amplifiers with a slow twisting motion. • After removal, place your device(s) in a protective case.
IMPORTANCE OF A DEEP SEAL Note: Hearing amplifier devices come with a large selection of eartips, including two sizes of 3-flange eartips with long stems. Depending on your ear geometry, the longer stems may allow the deepest seal. A deep eartip seal ensures the best performance and prevents the "hollow voice" sound, called the occlusion effect. • The occlusion effect is caused by sound transmission into the ear from vibration of the ear canal wall when the ear is occluded by an eartip.
OPERATION ON/OFF The hearing amplifier turns on and off by opening and closing the battery door. Note: It is not necessary to remove the battery as long as the door is open wide enough to disable the circuit. Battery Door ON = Closed OFF= Open LOUDNESS ADJUSTMENT There are two loudness settings, Normal (N) and High (H). N: (switch toward the body of the device) • 15-dB mild amplification and treble boost for soft sounds. • No amplification for loud sounds.
GENERAL PRODUCT CARE Simple cleaning with the tool provided will keep the eartip clean and the hearing amplifier working properly. Cleaning Tool • Use the cleaning tool to pick out or brush off debris. • 3-flange eartips can be removed and cleaned in mild detergent. Dry eartips thoroughly before reattaching. • All eartips need to be replaced regularly. With regular use of hearing amplifier devices, 3-flange eartips should be replaced every 60-90 days.
CHANGING FILTERS Each hearing amplifier has a special filter that enhances sound quality and prevents earwax from entering the device. A filter should be changed if the volume decreases or sound quality declines. Filter Removal Note: Use the tool to remove the filter. 1. Remove eartip. 2. Insert tool into the filter. 3. Remove filter. Filter Replacement Note: Do not use the tool to replace the filter. 1. Insert a new filter. 2. Press gently 3. Re-attach eartip.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem: No sound. What to do: • Check to see if hearing amplifier is turned on (battery door closed). • Clean the eartip and the end of the hearing amplifier. • Try a fresh battery. • Replace the filter. Problem: Sound is not loud enough. What to do: • Try the H (high) setting for more amplification. • Clean the eartip and the end of the hearing amplifier. • Replace the filter. Problem: "My voice sounds hollow" or "There is an echo in my voice".
CAUTION & Consult an audiologist or physician if you have excessive ear wax, difficulty inserting the eartips, or discomfort after prolonged use. & In rare instances an eartip may come off in the ear canal when removing a hearing amplifier. If this should occur and the eartip cannot be easily removed, it is recommended that you promptly contact an audiologist or other medical professional. A professional can use blunt tweezers to remove the eartip.
CAUTION (CONTINUED) & Do not shower or swim while wearing the hearing amplifier. & The hearing amplifier allows up to 115 dB SPL A-weighted to pass through. Do not use the hearing amplifier in loud environments. Avoid use when exposed to prolonged loud sound. & Keep hearing aids out of the reach of children or anyone who may accidentally swallow them. Never put hearing amplifiers in your mouth for any reason. Do not store in pill containers where they may be mistaken for medication and swallowed.
BATTERY WARNING (CONTINUED) • Batteries of low quality may leak and cause bodily harm. Batteries with incorrect voltage may cause damage to your device. They may explode and cause serious injury. Do not expose your hearing aid to heat, such as an open flame, microwave, or oven. There is a risk that they will explode and cause serious injury. • Do not put batteries in your mouth. • If a battery or instrument is swallowed, see a doctor immediately and call the National Capital Poison Center, 202-625-3333.
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UCI HEARING® EN LITE™ HEARING AMPLIFIER
1 Battery & ON/OFF • Open the battery door - located on the bottom of the device. • Remove the yellow tab from battery. • Place the battery in the door and close. • Turn on by closing the battery door. • Turn off by opening the battery door. Note: Door will not close if the battery is inserted incorrectly. Note: Battery does not need to be removed if the door is open far enough to turn off the device. Battery Door ON= Closed OFF= Open Always carry spare batteries.
2 Eartips & Proper Insertion The eartip that is most comfortable and seals the ear is the best choice. To properly insert: Pull ear up and out. Using a twisting motion, position the device horizontally in the ear with the switch toward the back of the ear. Note: Eartips are reusable. Replace 3-flange eartips every 60-90 days and foam eartips regularly. Note: Feedback (whistling) may be heard while inserting the device until it is fully sealed in the ear. It is perfectly natural.
TIP ASSORTMENT smoke smoke gray clear beige black (installed) TRIPLE FLANGE TRIPLE FLANGE LONG STEM FOAM 3 Operating the Switch NORMAL SETTING HIGH SETTING Fl ip the switch toward the front of the device. Flip the switch toward the back of the device for more sound . people can flip the switch when the device is in the ear, but it is not unusual that you will have to take it out of your ear to change the switch position.
