029-0203-02/V2.
Welcome MyLink is a special multi-frequency wireless receiver with neck-loop for use in conjunction with a wireless transmitter. The MyLink user hears the speaker’s voice loud and clear, even in noisy surroundings, when communicating over a distance, or in reverberating rooms. MyLink wireless receivers are compatible with In-the Ear hearing instruments (custom products) and Behind-the-Ear hearing instruments with T-coil. This user guide and the user guide from your wireless transmitter, e.g.
Contents Instrument description 6 Declaration of conformity 34 MyLink Status Indicator 8 Service and warranty 35 How your MyLink works 14 Phonak distributors worldwide 36 Charging MyLink 15 Getting started Hanging MyLink around your neck Switching MyLink on Controlling the volume 18 18 19 21 Attaching and using headphones (optional) 22 Operating distance 24 Frequency synchronization 25 Troubleshooting 26 Important points 30 Warnings 32 4 5
Instrument description 햲 햳 햴 Fixed side of the neck-loop Detachable side of the neck-loop Green / orange MyLink Status Indicator 햲 햲 햲 햳 Toggle switch for volume control On / off switch 햲 Charging socket Headphones socket (2.
MyLink Status Indicator 햲 햳 햴 햵 햶 Green indicator 햷 Battery almost empty Battery completely exhausted Charging in process Charging completed Volume control minimum / maximum position Volume control middle position Orange indicator 햷 햲 햳 햴 햵 햶 8 9
MyLink Status Indicator Light flashes Meaning User action General indication Switching MyLink on MyLink has been switched Switch the transmitter on (e.g. EasyLink). on and is ready for use. The green light is visible for 3 seconds Battery status indication a) 60 seconds 3 orange flashes (and 3 beeps), repeated every 60 seconds b) 10 orange flashes (and 10 beeps) Battery is almost empty and needs to be charged within one hour. Charge MyLink and the Battery is completely exhausted.
MyLink Status Indicator MyLink Status Indicator Meaning User action MyLink is connected to the charger and is being charged. Charging of a completely exhausted battery takes around two hours. The battery will be about 80% charged within one hour. The MyLink battery is fully charged. Unplug the charger. The green light disappears and MyLink is ready for use again.
How your MyLink works Charging MyLink Your partner wears a compact wireless transmitter, such as EasyLink. You wear MyLink around your neck, visibly over the shirt or invisibly under the shirt. a) Fully charge the battery of the MyLink and the transmitter before using the system for the first time. An empty MyLink battery is • 80% charged after one hour • 100% charged after two hours Plug the charging unit into an easily accessible power socket.
Charging MyLink Charger b) Plug the connector from the charger into the MyLink charging socket c) Charge EasyLink by using the same charging unit EasyLink MyLink ! 16 MyLink should be charged in an ambient temperature of 0°C – 40°C (32°F – 104°F) only. • With a fully charged battery, MyLink can be used for 10 or more hours. • MyLink cannot be used if the charger is plugged in. • The charging unit delivered for MyLink is also compatible with the EasyLink and the SmartLink SX transmitter.
Getting started a) Detach the loop c) Switch MyLink on d) Wear MyLink visibly or invisibly b) Hang MyLink around your neck and reattach the loop 18 19
Getting started Controlling the volume e) Switch the transmitter (e.g. EasyLink) on by pressing the “on” button for 2 seconds. Regulate the volume of MyLink. Volume up Volume down Short button press: The volume will be increased / decreased by one small step only. Long button press: The volume will be increased / decreased continuously until you stop pressing the button. f) Switch your hearing instrument to ‘T’ or ‘MT’.
Attaching and using headphones (optional) People who do not wear hearing instruments can use MyLink with headphones. To benefit from maximum hearing comfort, the use of the official MyLink headphones is recommended. a) Plug the headphones into the headphones socket c) Put the headphones on b) Switch MyLink on 22 • The neck-loop is automatically switched off when the headphones are attached to save battery power.
Operating distance Frequency synchronization The operating distance is the distance between EasyLink or any other Phonak transmitter and the MyLink user. MyLink is a multi-frequency FM receiver with digital frequency synchronization which allows wireless frequency change. There are mainly two reasons which could make a frequency change necessary: • External interferences on the channel normally used Check the user guide for the transmitter (e.g.
Troubleshooting Situation Most probable cause Remedy The green light is not visible when MyLink is switched on. Battery completely exhausted 1.Fully charge MyLink and the transmitter (see page 15). 2.If the green light is still not visible when MyLink is switched on, please contact your hearing care professional. MyLink and the transmitter are switched on but the speaker's voice is not audible. 1.Hearing instrument not in ‘T’ or ‘MT’ program. 1.
Troubleshooting Situation Most probable cause Remedy The transmitted speech signal is not clear. 1.Distance between the speaker and the transmitter (e.g. EasyLink) is too far. 1.Reduce the distance between the transmitter and the speaker. 2.Local interferences 2.a) Change the frequency in the transmitter and synchronize MyLink again (see EasyLink user guide pages 22 and 25).
Important points • Do not use two transmitters on the same FM channel. • Switch MyLink off when you enter a room with an activated loop system. • Do not use water or fluids for cleaning. It is recommended to use Phonak C&C Line products. Your hearing care professional will be glad to advise you. • Use original Phonak accessories only. • Be aware that FM signals might also be picked up and overheard by other receivers.
Warning ! Persons with pacemakers or other medical devices should ALWAYS consult their physician, the manufacturer of their pacemaker, or other medical device BEFORE using MyLink. The use of MyLink with a pacemaker or other medical devices should ALWAYS be in accordance with the safety recommendations of the physician responsible for your pacemaker or the pacemaker manufacturer. The symbol with the crossed out disposal bin indicates that this device should not be treated as household waste.
Declaration of conformity Service and warranty Hereby, Phonak Communications AG, declares that the MyLink multi-frequency receiver is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. To obtain a copy of the Declaration of conformity, please contact the local Phonak AG representative whose address can be taken from the list of Phonak distributors worldwide. Phonak provides a manufacturer’s limited warranty for your MyLink.
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 Spain Sweden Switzerland (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. NV, 1702 Groot-Bijgaarden Phonak Belgium NV, 1700 Dilbeek Phonak do Brasil – Sistemas Audiológicos Ltda.
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