Manufacturer: Phonak AG Laubisrütistrasse 28 8712 Stäfa Switzerland www.audeoworld.com 029-3110-02/V1.
Congratulations on your purchase of Audéo Perfect Fit Earphones from Phonak, the world’s leading designer and manufacturer of hearing systems. Audéo PFE are more than just earphones – they are a lifestyle accessory for sophisticated people. They intensify the listening experience thanks to the fusion of design, perfect fit, and rich sound. They are the perfect earphones for those who want to enjoy music without limits. Please read this manual carefully before using your earphones.
4 1. Package content a. Audéo PFE 232 with microphone & multifunction button b. Box with 3 pairs of exchangeable acoustic filters (gray, black and green) & changing tool c. Audéo PFE cable without microphone d. Silicone ear tips, size S, M, L e. ComplyTM foam ear tips, size S, M, L f. Cleaning tool for ear tips g. Perfect Fit silicone ear guides h.
6 7 1.1. Product description 2. Important information Do not use this product in any way other than described in this manual. Cable I Plug* Silicone or ComplyTM foam ear tips Sound tube Microphone Volume control Multifunction button * The earpiece can be removed from the cable (see page 21). 2.1.
8 Prevention of hearing loss Caution: Permanent hearing loss may occur if earphones are used at high volumes for prolonged periods of time. Note: For France, these earphones have been tested to comply with the Sound Pressure Level requirement stipulated in French article L.5232-1. In order to protect your hearing, we recommend the following: Always listen to the lowest possible volume for limited periods of time.
10 3. Technical specifications Driver: Dual balanced armature Frequency response: 5 Hz–17 kHz Sensitivity: Gray filter 109 dBSPL/mW, 1 kHz Black filter 107 dBSPL/mW, 1 kHz Green filter 104 dBSPL/mW, 1 kHz Nominal Impedance: 47 ohm Weight: 16g/0.5oz Plug with mic: 3.5 mm 4 pole jack Plug without mic: 3.5 mm 3 pole jack Cable length: 120 cm/3.9 ft 4. How to use Audéo PFE 232 Only use Audéo PFE with original parts. Never use accessories from other manufacturers.
12 4.2. Wearing the earphones Audéo PFE deliver amazing sound if correctly inserted in the ears and if an absolute seal is achieved. To experience their best performance, proceed as follows: a. Turn the volume of the sound source to a minimum before connecting the earphones. b. Choose the most comfortable ear tips and put them on the earphones. c. Identify the left and right earphone. L = left R = right L 13 d. Attach the silicone ear guides to the cables and pull through to the earphones.
14 f. The ear tips should seal the ear canal and fit without any discomfort. Rotate the earphones as shown, pointing diagonally towards the top of the ear. Gently pull the cable downwards to ensure a perfect fit. If you feel that the ear tips are too loose (insufficient seal) or too tight (discomfort), try another size. To remove the earphones pull them out gently with a small rotation in order to break the seal. Do not pull the cable to remove the earphones from your ear. 15 4.3.
16 To change the acoustic filters proceed as follows: a. First of all remove the ear tips (foam or silicone) by holding them in the middle and pulling them slowly until they come loose. b. Remove the filter from the earpiece by pushing the changing tool with the split end into the used acoustic filter until you hear a “click” and pull the used filter straight out. Preferably use the split end of the changing tool to change filters. 17 c. Dispose of any soiled or damaged acoustic filters.
18 19 e. Push the new acoustic filter into the sound tube of your earphones. Tip the changing tool sideways to release it. Place the ear tips on the earphones again. 45° If it doesn’t work with the split end, use the thread end: a. Screw down and pull out straight. b. Slightly unscrew the acoustic filter with the fingers until you have only a low fixing. c. Insert it straight in an empty slot in the filter box and unscrew completely. 4.4.
20 a. Volume control Press + to increase the volume. Press – button to reduce the volume. b. Multifunction button Single click: – answer/end calls – pause/resume music Double click: – skip a track – pause/resume music Triple click: – previous track Keep button pressed: – decline incoming calls 21 4.5. Cable without microphone The earpieces can be removed from the cable. This allows replacing the cable. The cable without microphone and remote control is compatible with all music devices with a 3.
22 d. Identify left and right plug of the new cable. L = white plug to white socket R = black plug to black socket e. Plug the right cable into the right earpiece and the left cable into the left earpiece. f. Do not force the left plug into the right earpiece and vice versa. 23 5. Maintenance To extend the lifetime of your earphones, keep them clean and follow the recommendations below. The cleaning tool is for the tube of the ear tips (silicone or foam) and serves to remove earwax build-up.
24 6. Certification ©2008 Phonak. All rights reserved. Audéo PFE and the Audéo PFE Logo are trademarks of Phonak. Swiss design, patent pending. Audéo PFE earphones conform to EMC Directive 2004/108/EC and have been tested according to European Standard EN 55022:2006 and EN 55024:1998. Audéo PFE earphones meet applicable criteria listed in European Standard EN 50332-2:2003. ComplyTM is a registered trademark of Hearing Components. Audéo PFE should not be discarded in household waste.
26 If your product evidences a defect within the warranty period, you may make a warranty claim, by presenting the defective product and valid proof of purchase from one of our authorized retailers or the webshop within thirty (30) days to notify us of your claim. If the product was ordered through the webshop, you can return it to the address on the invoice. You must return a copy of the proof of purchase with the product.
