microPower ™ User Guide 0459
Welcome Congratulations on choosing the microPower hearing system, the smallest and most sophisticated power solution instrument from Phonak. microPower uses the latest advances in digital hearing technology to offer you the ultimate combination of miniaturization, hearing performance and comfort.
Contents Description 4 Preparation Replacing the battery Identifying left and right hearing systems Inserting microPower 6 6 9 10 Operation Switching ON/OFF Fine tuning of your microPower system Remote control (optional) Wireless Systems - MyLink (optional) 15 15 19 19 22 Maintenance Protective case Microphone Protector Important points 26 26 27 28 Warning 30 Service and Warranty 31 Phonak distributors worldwide 32 3
Description microPower with Power Dome for instant fit 햲 햳 햴 햵 Microphone inputs with Microphone Protector Battery compartment with ON/OFF switch xReceiver Unit (sound output) Power Dome 햲 햴 햳 햵 4
microPower with xReceiver Shell for custom fit 햲 햳 햴 햵 Microphone inputs with Microphone Protector Battery compartment with ON/OFF switch xReceiver Unit (sound output) xReceiver Shell 햲 햴 햳 햵 5
Preparation Replacing the battery Using the nail grip, open the battery compartment completely and remove the old battery. Remove the protective foil from the new battery.
Insert the new battery with the “+” sign (flat side of the battery) in line with the “+” marked on the battery compartment and close it.
Preparation Replacing the battery Handle the battery compartment with care, and do not use excessive force. If there is any resistance when shutting the compartment, ensure that the battery is inserted correctly. The compartment may not close properly if the battery is upside down, and the instrument will not work. When your hearing system is not in use, leave the battery compartment open to allow any moisture to evaporate.
Identifying left and right hearing systems It is important to use the correct instrument for each ear. Your hearing care professional can mark the instruments for you with a color code placed on the case under the nail grip of the battery compartment. The color code is visible when the battery compartment is opened.
Preparation Inserting microPower with Power Dome Hold the xReceiver Unit where it attaches to the Dome 햲 and gently push the Dome into your ear canal.
햳 Place the hearing instrument over the top of your ear 햳. 햴 The Power Dome should be placed far enough into the ear so that the xReceiver Unit lies flush with your head 햴.
Preparation Inserting microPower with xReceiver Shell Using the hand on the same side you wear your hearing system, grasp the xReceiver Shell between your thumb and index finger. 햲 Raise your hand to your ear making sure the canal end of the xReceiver Shell faces your ear. Tilt your hand slightly forward 햲.
Insert the canal end of the xReceiver Shell into your ear canal. Tug gently on your ear lobe and push the hearing system into the correct position 햳.
Preparation Now position the hearing system behind your ear. Be careful not to twist the tubing 햴. 햴 Check the placement of the xReceiver Shell by tracing the contour of the ear with your finger.
Operation Switching ON/OFF Switching OFF Using the nail grip, slightly open the battery cover until it snaps into its OFF position. Switching ON Close the battery compartment by pressing on the base of the instrument. Your hearing care professional may have delayed the start-up of your microPower hearing system (9 or 15 seconds once it is switched on), in order to avoid any disturbance when placing it on your ear. The start-up is confirmed by an acoustic signal.
Operation Telecoil (T-coil): Your hearing care professional may have activated a T-coil program in your microPower hearing systems. The programs with T-coil are used with telephones that are compatible with hearing systems or with inductive loop systems (present in some school settings, theatres, churches, etc.). You can activate the T-coil program with the remote control.
EasyPhoneplus (optional) The EasyPhoneplus function enables your microPower hearing system to automatically select your telephone program when the telephone handset is held close to your ear. An acoustic signal confirms the switching. It automatically returns to the previous hearing program when the telephone handset is removed from your ear. Some telephones produce a magnetic field strong enough to activate your EasyPhoneplus function.
Operation If you hold the telephone receiver in your right hand when making telephone calls, position the magnet in the upper right half of the receiver. If you hold the telephone receiver in your left hand when making telephone calls, position the magnet in the upper left half of the receiver. Use the double-sided adhesive tape to stick the magnet to the location described above. Do not cover the sound openings of your handset.
Fine tuning of your microPower system based on your personal preferences There is the possibility to make volume and program changes to your microPower using a remote control. Please ask your hearing care professional to demonstrate to you the available remote controls for microPower (see also page 20). microPower offers a unique functionality called “DataLoggingplus”: it logs your personal volume changes in the hearing instrument.
Operation If you wear two microPower hearing instruments, the remote control will simultaneously control both of them. This ensures that their volume remains binaurally balanced. Phonak offers a complete range of modern remote controls. Ask your hearing care professional to demonstrate them to you. Choose the model that is most convenient for your lifestyle and your taste. KeyPilot2: small, easy and convenient.
SoundPilot2: direct access to all functions of your microPower hearing system. Also recommended for MyLink users (Wireless System) For detailed information on the use of your remote control, please refer to its user guide. Your hearing care professional can also print an individual description of your hearing programs for you. ! Do not use your remote control in locations where it is forbidden to use electronic devices, for instance on airplanes.
Wireless Systems – MyLink (optional) For microPower V and microPower IX: Your microPower hearing system allows you to fully benefit from the Wireless Systems from Phonak. Wireless Systems greatly improve communication when noise, distance or reverberation is a problem. A Wireless System consists of a transmitter (e.g. SmartLink SX or EasyLink) and a receiver (MyLink). The transmitter is placed near the sound source.
Using MyLink 1) Wear MyLink around your neck 2) Switch MyLink ON 3) Switch the transmitter ON (e.g. SmartLink SX) by holding it in front of you, from a distance of 20-30 cm (8-12 inches). The transmitter automatically selects the telecoil and microphone program of your microPower so you can hear the voice picked up by the transmitter and the voice picked up by the hearing system’s microphone.
4) Your Wireless System is now ready to operate. To increase/decrease the volume of the wireless signal, use the MyLink volume control.
For SmartLink users: To increase/decrease the volume of the microPower system, press here: Please consult the SmartLink SX or EasyLink User Guide to fully benefit from your Wireless System in all the different use cases.
Maintenance Protective case Phonak developed a special protective case to securely store your hearing system, batteries and accessories. Store your microPower hearing system in its protective case when not in use and leave the battery compartment in the OFF position (as described on page 15) to allow any moisture to evaporate. Remove the batteries if you will not be using your hearing system for any length of time.
Microphone Protector Important: The Microphone Protector is an exclusive Phonak system designed to protect the microPower hightech microphones from dirt. The Microphone Protector can be replaced if needed. Your hearing system should not be used without the Microphone Protector. Your hearing care professional can tell you whether the Microphone Protector should be exchanged or not.
Maintenance Important points 1) Always use new batteries as replacements. You can return empty batteries to your hearing care professional. 2) Protect your hearing system from excessive moisture and heat. Always remove your hearing system before showering, bathing or swimming. Do not leave your hearing system near windows or in a car. Avoid strong jolts and vibration. 3) Daily cleaning and the use of a drying system is highly recommended.
4) Hair spray, face creams and make-up can damage your hearing system. Remove the instruments before applying cosmetics. 5) If you experience any soreness or inflammation in or behind your ear, contact your hearing care professional. 6) If your hearing system fails to operate after you have correctly inserted new batteries, contact your hearing care professional for advice. Please remember to also bring your remote control, if you use one, together with your hearing system for service inquiry.
Warning In very rare cases, the dome / wax protection system can remain in the ear canal when removing the external receiver unit from the ear. In the unlikely case that any parts remain in the ear canal, it is strongly recommended to see a medical specialist for safe removal. Hearing instrument batteries are toxic when swallowed! Keep them out of reach of children and pets.
Service and Warranty Phonak offers you a comprehensive global warranty which becomes effective on the date of purchase. Please ask your hearing care professional about the details and duration. This warranty covers any repairs due to defects in material and/or workmanship. The warranty does not cover damage from improper handling or care, exposure to chemicals, immersion in water or undue stress. Damage caused by third parties or non-authorized service centers renders the Phonak warranty null and void.
Phonak distributors worldwide Group companies: Australia Austria Belgium Brazil Canada China Denmark France Germany India Italy Japan Jordan Mexico Netherlands New Zealand Norway Poland Portugal Russian Federation (detailed information on www.phonak.com) Phonak Australasia Pty. Ltd. Baulkham Hills N. S. W. 2153 Hansaton Akustische Geräte GmbH 5020 Salzburg LEts Lapperre B.H.A.C.
Spain Sweden Switzerland Turkey United Kingdom USA Independent general agents: Manufacturer: Phonak Ibérica S.A., 03008 Alicante Phonak AB, 117 43 Stockholm Phonak AG, Phonak Schweiz, 8712 Stäfa Phonak Turkey A.S., 34357 Istanbul Phonak UK Limited Warrington, Cheshire WA1 1PP Phonak LLC, Warrenville, IL 60555-3927 A complete list of Phonak distributors is available at Phonak's Internet site: www.phonak.com. Please visit us or ask your hearing care professional for information.
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