Instructions for use EduMic
11420CA-US / 2019.10.28 This booklet guides you on how to use and maintain your new EduMic. Please read the booklet carefully, including the Warning section. This will help you achieve the full benefit of your new EduMic. If you have additional questions about the use of your EduMic, please contact your hearing care professional.
Table of contents About Package content Getting started Introduction 6 7 8 Start up EduMic parts and functions Turn EduMic ON and OFF Mute microphone mode Pair EduMic with hearing aids Pair EduMic with rechargeable hearing aids Charge EduMic 10 14 15 16 18 20 Low battery indication Battery performance Charging time Pairing management Clear pairings Use of rotating clip Cleaning 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Handling Other modes Connecting to external sound sources Connecting to classroom systems FM protective
Package content Getting started The package consists of the following elements: Before you can use EduMic, EduMic and the hearing aids need to be paired. The pairing will be stored, so you only need to pair once. Please visit www.oticon.ca/compatibility for more information. Pair EduMic with hearing aids EduMic Instructions for use Adjustable lanyard 3.
Introduction Teacher with EduMic EduMic can stream to Oticon hearing aids with 2.4 GHz technology. The hearing aids receive the streamed sound in a dedicated EduMic program. Modes in EduMic EduMic offers four different modes of operation: • Microphone mode (20 m range) • Jack mode (20 m range) • FM mode (3 m range) • Telecoil mode (3 m range) Microphone mode When you turn EduMic on, a green LED will appear. This indicates the microphone mode is enabled.
EduMic parts and functions Status indicator LED Power indicator LED Status indicator Microphone Sound in Button ON, OFF, mute, telecoil, clear pairings Rotating clip Attaches to lanyard or clothes 3.
Lanyard parts and functions Use of lanyard When using EduMic with the lanyard, the distance from the mouth to the top of EduMic should be a maximum of 20 cm. Safety breakaway For urgent removal Lanyard with EduMic 1. A ttach the clip onto the adjustable adapter. 2. H ang the lanyard around your neck and adjust the adapter for the right distance to your mouth. Tips: To reduce noise in the students’ hearing aids, it is recommended to mute the microphone while you are handling it prior to use.
Turn EduMic ON and OFF Mute microphone mode Use the mute function if you need to mute the audio stream from EduMic. Press the button briefly to mute the audio stream from EduMic. ON/microphone mode: Press the button for 2 seconds until both indicators turn WHITE and release the button. Wait for 10 seconds until the status indicator turns GREEN. EduMic is now turned ON and the microphone is ready for use. OFF: Press the button for 2 seconds until the status indicator turns OFF.
Pair EduMic with hearing aids Ensure EduMic is turned ON Enable pairing mode in hearing aids 1 Pair the hearing aids Ready for use Max 20 cm 2 1. Turn the hearing aids OFF by opening the battery drawer. 2. Turn the hearings aids ON by closing the battery drawer. The hearing aids can now be paired with EduMic within the next 3 minutes. 16 About Start-up Handling Other modes Warnings More info Place the hearing aids close to EduMic. It is recommended to pair one set of hearing aids at a time.
Pair EduMic with rechargeable hearing aids Ensure EduMic is turned ON Enable pairing mode in hearing aids Pair the hearing aids Ready for use 1. OFF 2. ON Max 20 cm 1. Turn the hearing aids OFF by pressing the lower part of the hearing aid push button for 3 seconds. 2. Turn the hearing aids ON by pressing the lower part of the hearing aid push button for 2 seconds. The hearing aids can now be paired with EduMic within the next 3 minutes.
Charge EduMic Connect to power source 1 Low battery indication Charging Charging complete The power indicator will flash YELLOW during charging. The power indicator will turn GREEN when the battery is fully charged. 2 1. Insert the micro USB into the charging socket on EduMic. IMPORTANT NOTICE 2. Insert the wall charger into a power outlet. When recharging, the charging indicator should be lit as described in this booklet.
Battery performance Charging time A fully charged EduMic will give you 10 hours of use. The daily battery performance varies depending on your specific use of EduMic. E.g. streaming stereo sound in jack mode will consume more battery power than streaming your voice in microphone mode. Make sure to charge EduMic fully before you use it for the first time. If EduMic runs out of battery, connect it to a power source for recharging. You can normally continue using EduMic while charging.
Pairing management Clear pairings To listen to the streamed signal from EduMic, the hearing aids should be in the EduMic program. This can happen automatically or manually. It is possible to clear all pairings from EduMic when these are no longer needed. Pairing the hearing aids again will ensure access to automatic program change for these hearing aids. Automatic hearing aid program change EduMic can store up to 10 sets of hearing aid pairings.
Use of rotating clip Cleaning When using EduMic in microphone mode, wear it as indicated, in an upright position. The distance from the mouth to the top of EduMic should be a maximum of 20 cm. EduMic should not be worn close to pieces of jewellery or other hard objects. EduMic is moisture repellent, which makes it very easy to clean with a damp cloth. It is recommended that you clean it on a regular basis.
Connecting to external sound sources The 3.5 mm jack input allows you to connect EduMic to external sound sources like a sound field system, smartboards or PC/tablets, etc. Connect the jack cable Jack mode Mute/unmute Return to microphone mode 2 1 Insert the jack. Connect the jack cable to the external audio source. Ensure EduMic is turned ON. 28 About Start-up Handling Other modes When EduMic is streaming audio, the status indicator is YELLOW.
Connecting to classroom systems Setting up the system requires an FM transmitter and a universal FM receiver with a Europin connector. Plug in the receiver FM mode Mute/unmute Return to microphone mode 2 1 Plug in the receiver and ensure EduMic is turned ON. When the FM receiver is connected, the status indicator is YELLOW. Press the button briefly to mute the audio stream from EduMic. Place EduMic close to the student (max 3 m). The EduMic microphone is disabled in FM mode.
FM protective skin When a universal receiver is plugged into EduMic, it is recommended to use the enclosed white rubber skin to protect the receiver from breakage. 1 32 2 IMPORTANT NOTICE IMPORTANT NOTICE For details on the functionality of your specific classroom system, please refer to the associated Instructions for use. The FM protective skin must not be used in Microphone mode. The skin will distort the input to the microphone.
Enter telecoil mode Telecoil gives direct access to teleloop systems typically found in theatres, places of worship, or lecture rooms. This symbol or a similar sign is shown wherever a teleloop has been installed. Ensure EduMic is turned OFF 34 About Start-up Handling Other modes Telecoil mode Mute/unmute Exit telecoil mode Press and hold down the button for 10 seconds until the status indicator turns MAGENTA. EduMic is now in telecoil mode and the EduMic microphone is disabled.
Warnings For your personal safety and to ensure correct usage, you should familiarise yourself fully with the following general warnings before using your EduMic. Consult your hearing care professional if you experience unexpected operations or serious incidents with your EduMic during use or because of its use. Your hearing care professional will support you with issue handling and, if relevant, reporting to the manufacturer and/or the additional authorities.
Warnings Connection to external equipment The safety of the use of EduMic, when connected to external equipment with auxiliary input cable or directly, is determined by the external signal source. When connected to external equipment plugged into a wall outlet, this equipment must comply with IEC 62368-1 or equivalent safety standards. Incompatible non-supplied accessories Only use accessories, transducers or cables supplied by the manufacturer.
Conditions of use 40 Operating, storage and transportation humidity 15% to 93% relative humidity, non-condensing Operating temperature +41 °F to +104 °F Storage temperature -4 °F to +86 °F Charge EduMic before storage Charge every 6 months hereafter Transportation temperature -4 °F to +140 °F Atmospheric pressure 700 hPa to 1060 hPa About Start-up Handling Other modes Warnings More info
Troubleshooting Symptom Possible causes Solutions The microphone opening is covered Move EduMic so it is not covered by clothes EduMic is placed too far from the mouth Move EduMic within 20 cm of your mouth EduMic is turned away from the mouth Turn EduMic to point in the direction of your mouth.
International warranty Warranty Your EduMic is covered by an international limited warranty issued by the manufacturer for a period of 12 months from the date of delivery. This limited warranty covers manufacturing and material defects in the device itself, but not in accessories such as e.g. batteries, cables, power supplies, etc.
Technical information EduMic contains a radio transceiver using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and a proprietary short range radio technology both working at ISM band 2.4 GHz. The radio transmitter is weak and always below 22.4 mW equal to 13.5 dBm E.I.R.P. (in total radiated power). EduMic complies with international standards concerning radio transmitters, electromagnetic compatibility and human exposure. Due to the limited space available on EduMic, relevant approval markings can be found in this booklet.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Imported and Distributed by Audmet Canada Ltd 1600-4950 Yonge St Toronto, ON M2N 6K1 www.oticon.
TwinLink 2.4 GHz The device contains Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) 2.4 GHz radio technology, which supports wireless streaming to Oticon hearing aids with a 2.4 GHz receiver. Description of symbols used in this booklet Warnings Text marked with a warning symbol must be read before using the device. Hearing loop This logo incorporates the universal symbol for hearing assistance. The “T” signifies that a hearing loop is installed.
