Hansaton iCube II Complete Manual

Complete guide to
iCube II

Wireless programming

GB

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Table of contents

Quick reference page ....................................................................3

Indicator lights .............................................................................4

Overview ......................................................................................5

First time setup .............................................................................6

Connecting iCube II to your computer ...........................................7

Battery status ...............................................................................8

Operating time ..............................................................................8

Using iCube II with a patient .........................................................8

Using iCube II without a patient .................................................... 9

Important information ................................................................ 10

Troubleshooting guide ................................................................ 1 2

Declaration of conformity ........................................................... 13

Notices ....................................................................................... 13

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Quick reference page

The following page can be removed from this
booklet for use as a quick reference guide.

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Indicator lights

Middle indicator
remains solid
orange

Charging

Middle indicator
remains solid
green

Charging
complete

Middle indicator is
solid green for two
seconds

2 sec

iCube II
starting up

Middle indicator
slowly blinking
three times

3 x

iCube II
switching o

Middle indicator
slowly blinking

On, no active
connection to
tting PC

Middle indicator
regularly blinking

Active connection
to tting PC

Right and middle
indicator rapidly
blinking for

2seconds

Programming
right hearing
instrument

Le and middle
indicator rapidly
blinking for

2seconds

Programming
le hearing
instrument

All indicators

rapidly blinking
back and forth

Pairing mode
enabled

All three indicators

rapidly blinking

Updating
rmware on
iCube II

Middle indicator
remains solid red

Malfunction,
please refer to
troubleshooting
section

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Overview

iCube II enables the wireless transfer of tting data
from your computer directly to your patient’s hearing
instruments.

Use the diagram to identify the components of the
iCubeII programmer.

iCube II accessories

• iCube II desktop stand

• USB hub

Contents may vary depending on country.

Legend
1 Rear neckloop fastener
2 Neckloop plugs
3 Middle indicator (battery state

and PC data transfer)
4 On/O button
5 Right indicator light
6 Le indicator light
7 Pairing button

8 Mini USB charging input

9 Wireless iCube II USB adapter

1

2

5

4

3

6

8

7

9

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First time setup

Charging the iCube II prior to setup

Connect the iCube II charger by
plugging the power supply into
a power outlet and the mini USB
plug into the iCube II as shown.
Alternatively you can charge your
iCube II with the USB cable using
the USB port on your computer
system.

If you use the iCube II desktop
stand, install it as shown.

Your iCube II battery can be
charged hundreds of times.
If the operating time of your
iCube II reduces substantially,
please contact your local
Hansaton representative.

Prior to the rst use, ensure
that the iCube II battery is fully charged.

Fully charged, your iCube II will operate for up to 12 hours
of continuous use.

Note: When charging your iCube II for the rst time,

leave it to charge for at least three hours (even if the
battery indicator starts flashing earlier).

Note: Charging a depleted battery will take

approximately two hours. It is safe to leave iCube II
connected for longer periods, even if not in use.

Note: A new battery’s full performance is achieved only

aer three complete charge and discharge cycles.

Turning iCube II on/off

To turn on your iCube II, slide the switch to the on
or o position, as shown. Once your iCube II is fully
operational, the middle indicator will blink slowly.

Switch iCube II o when not in use and while charging.
The middle indicator light will stop blinking.

O On

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Connecting iCube II to your
computer

Your iCube II must be connected to your computer before
it can be used for tting.

There are three methods that can be used to connect the
iCube II to your computer.

A. Using a wired USB connection

Using a USB cable, connect the iCube II to a spare USB
slot on your computer. This is recommended when
performing technology or rmware upgrades.

B. Using the USB adapter

Plug the pre-paired USB Bluetooth® adapter into a spare
USB port on your computer.

Put the iCube II into pairing mode by pressing the
button on the side until the three lights flash.

C. Using the Bluetooth connection in your
computer

To use iCube II wirelessly via Bluetooth, make sure
that you have the Bluetooth function enabled on your
computer. For specic instructions, please refer to the

documentation of the computer and operating system
that you are using.

If you are using NoahLink and you have already installed
the corresponding external Bluetooth adaptor, you can
use that same adaptor for iCube II.

Refer to the “quick start guide” document available with
the adaptor’s soware CD and follow the instructions.

Note: iCube II works within a Bluetooth operating range

of up to 10 meters (33 .) of the tting computer.

Put the iCube II into pairing mode by pressing the pairing
button

on the side until the three LED lights flash.

The nal step is to enable your iCube II in Unitron TrueFit

™

tting soware. This is done by enabling iCube II support
in Options > Preferences > Fitting Device > iCube and
selecting a connection type.

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Removing a Bluetooth pairing

If you wish to delete the Bluetooth pairing from your
iCube II, press and hold the pairing button for about ten
seconds until the middle indicator is lit solid blue.

Note: When connecting iCube II for the rst time

via USB, your computer will start searching for
the associated driver soware. Depending on the
operating system, you may be presented with an
installation wizard: Found New Hardware Wizard. If so,
let your computer automatically install the necessary
driver soware. The driver soware has already been
installed during the tting soware installation and
should be identied by the wizard. It is not necessary
to insert the installation CD.

Battery status

While turned on, your iCube II indicates the battery
status on the middle indicator as follows:

• Solid green – Battery level is high

• Solid orange – Battery level is low

For safety reasons, recharge the battery only with
chargers supplied by Unitron.

Normally, charging an empty battery takes about two
hours. It is safe to leave the charger connected overnight
– the battery cannot be overcharged.

Note: A new battery’s full performance is achieved only

aer three complete charge and discharge cycles.

Note: The iCube II battery can be charged several

hundred times. If the operating time of your iCube II
reduces substantially, please contact your local Unitron
representative.

Operating time

Fully charged, your iCube II will operate for up to 12hours
of continuous use.

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Using iCube II with a patient

Batteries need to be inserted into the hearing
instruments and the hearing aids need to be turned on
prior to detection.

Before using iCube II to t a patient with hearing
instruments, make sure the battery is suciently
charged. Unplug the charging cable from the iCube II and
turn it on.

Make sure that iCube II is selected and shown as the
tting device in Hansaton scout.

Wearing iCube II

Make sure both ends of the neckloop
are rmly plugged into the iCube II.

Open the neckloop by unplugging
the connector in the middle of the
neckloop and place iCube II around
your patient’s neck.

Close the neckloop to allow the built­in antenna to operate correctly.

Using iCube II without a patient

When programming hearing
instruments without having
your patients wear them, make
sure they are turned on, and
are in range of the iCube II.
Please note that they are best
positioned inside the loop.

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Important information

Maintenance and care

Clean iCube II using a damp cloth. Never use

household cleaning products or alcohol to clean the
device.

Protect iCube II from excessive moisture, heat,

excessive shock and vibration.

When iCube II is not in use, turn it o and recharge it

so it will be suciently charged and ready for the
next tting session.

Do not drop the device. Dropping it onto a hard

surface can damage the device.

Do not disconnect the neckloop while the device is

transmitting signals to the hearing aids.

Safety notice and other important information

Keep this device out of reach of children and pets.
Persons using medical devices such as pacemakers

are not permitted to use this device.

X-ray radiation (e.g. CT scans, MRI scans) may

adversely aect the correct functioning of this
device. We recommend that you keep iCube II
outside the X-ray radiation procedure rooms.

High-powered electronic equipment, larger

electronic installations and metallic structures may
impair and signicantly reduce the operating range.

External devices may only be connected if they have

been tested in accordance with applicable IEC
Standards.

Important information

The digitally-coded, inductive transmission

technology used in this device is extremely reliable
and experiences virtually no interference from other
devices. It should be noted, however, that when
operating the device near a computer terminal or
other strong electromagnetic elds, it may be
necessary to be at least 60 centimeters (24”) away
to ensure proper operation.

If the hearing instruments do not respond to the

device because of an unusual eld disturbance,

move away from the disturbing eld.
Use only original Unitron accessories.
Opening iCube II might damage it. If problems occur

which cannot be resolved by following the remedy

guidelines in the troubleshooting section of this user

guide, contact your local Unitron representative.
iCube II may only be repaired by an authorized

service center.

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Changes or modications to the device that were not

explicitly approved by Unitron are not permitted.
Unitron is not responsible for situations resulting from
a modied device.

If you use several iCube II devices in the same building,

be aware that their inductive eld can disturb one
another if within a range of 2 meters (6 feet). This may

even occur when used in dierent rooms.
Do not use iCube II while charging.
Caution: electric shock. Do not insert plug alone into

electrical outlets.
This product has an embedded, non-replaceable

battery. Do not attempt to open the product or remove

the battery as this may cause injury and damage the

device.
Do not use the device in explosive areas (mines or

industrial areas with danger of explosions, oxygen rich

environments or areas where flammable anesthetics

are handled) or where electronic equipment is

prohibited.
Dispose of electrical components in accordance with

your local regulations.
Keep the device of at least 10 cm away from any kind

of magnets.

Using the device, its connectors or cables in any way

contradictory to their intended purpose as described
in this user guide (e.g. wearing the USB cable around
the neck) can cause injury.

Do not connect an USB cable exceeding 3 meters (9

feet) in length to the device.

When operating machinery, ensure that no parts get

caught in the machine.

When the device is not in use, turn it o, keep the

neckloop closed and store it safely.

The mini-USB port is to be used for the described

purpose only.

High-powered electronic equipment, larger electronic

installations and metallic structures may impair and
signicantly reduce the operating range.

For safety reasons, only use chargers supplied by

Unitron or stabilized chargers with a rating of 5VDC,
min. 500 mA.

Protect the device connectors, plugs, charging slot

and power supply from dirt and debris. Never use a
microwave or other heating devices to dry the device.

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Troubleshooting guide

Cause Possible remedy

iCube II is no longer recognized by the computer to which it was
previously paired

The iCube II USB adapter
is disconnected from the
tting computer

Plug in the iCube II USB adapter

iCube II is out of range Move iCube II closer to your

computer

iCube II turns off

The battery is empty Charge iCube II

iCube II is unresponsive and the middle indicator is lit solid red

This may indicate a
malfunction

Switch iCube II o and wait for
20 seconds before switching on
again. If iCube II is connected
to the tting PC via cable,
disconnect it from the cable and
perform reboot as described
above

Cause Possible remedy

A second or different iCube II cannot be connected to the
fitting PC

Only one iCube II can be
paired with the tting PC

If you use the USB adapter, press
the pairing button on iCube II to
connect it with your computer.
If you do not use the USB
adapter, make sure your
Bluetooth device is switched on
and in pairing mode to establish
the connection

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Declaration of conformity

Unitron Hearing declares under its sole responsibility
that the iCube II is in conformity with the following
standards or other standardizing documents:

Radio: EN 300-330
EN 300 328
EMC: EN 60601-1-2
Safety: EN/IEC 60601-1
Implementing the provisions of the MDD 93/42/EEC

(Medical Device Directive), R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC
(Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment),
EMC Directive 2004/108/EC (Electromagnetic
Compatibility) and LVD 2006/95/EC (Low Voltage
Directive).

Notices

Notice 1

This instrument is certied under:
FCC ID: KWC-ICube2

IC: 2262A-ICube2

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:

1. this device may not cause harmful interference, and

2. this device must accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause undesired
operation.

Changes or modications made to this equipment not
expressly approved by Unitron Hearing may void the FCC
authorization to operate this equipment.

Notice 2

This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.

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Notice 3

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. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment o and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

• Increase the separation between the equipment and

receiver

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit

dierent from that to which the receiver is connected

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for help.

The CE symbol is conrmation by Unitron that this
Unitron product meets the requirements of directive
93/42/EEC on medical devices and the R&TTE Directive
1999/5/EC on Radio and Telecommunication Terminal
Equipment.

The symbol with the crossed out disposal bin indicates
that this product shall not be treated as household
waste. Please hand over your old or unused product
to the applicable collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment or bring your old
product to your hearing care professional for appropriate
disposal. By ensuring this product is disposed of
correctly, you will help prevent potential negative eects
on the environment and human health.

Operating conditions:

This product has been designed for trouble-free
operation without restrictions when used as intended,
unless otherwise stated in this user guide.

Transportation and storage conditions:

Temperature should not exceed limits of –20°/60°
Celsius at a relative air humidity of 65% for extended
periods during transportation and storage. Air pressure
between 500 and 1100 hPa is not detrimental to this
device.

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Australia & New Zealand

Brazil

China

Japan

South Korea

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For more than 55 years, we at Hansaton have been
helping people with our devices to achieve better hearing
and better speech understanding, thus a higher quality
of life.
Behind our products stand many years of development
and production experience, as a corporate philosophy
centered on people and their needs.

Unitron Hearing
20 Beasley Drive, P.O. Box 9017,
Kitchener, ON N2G 4X1 Canada

Unitron Hearing GmbH
Max-Eyth-Straße 20, 70736
Fellbach-Oengen, Germany

Distributed by
Hansaton Akustik GmbH

Sachsenkamp 5
D-20097 Hamburg, Germany

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