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SONNET®
CI and EAS Audio Processors
Quick Guide
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SONNET® CI and EAS Audio Processors
Microphones
Microphone Cover
Control Unit
Air Inlets
Battery Pack
Battery
Pack Cover
Lock
Coil Cable
CI
Earhook
EAS
Earhook
D Coil
Indicator Light
Table of Contents
Basic Assembly ........................... 2
Earhook ................................ 4
Microphone Cover ......................... 5
Indicator Light ........................... 6
FineTuner ............................... 8
FineTuner Light Patterns ................... 10
Batteries ............................... 11
Telecoil Accessories ....................... 12
FM Battery Pack ......................... 14
Safety Features ........................ 16
Basic Care and Maintenance ................ 18
Troubleshooting ......................... 20
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Click!
Basic Assembly
Attach the battery
pack frame to the
control unit.
1
Plug the coil cable
into the control unit.
2
Insert the batteries with
positive (+) poles facing
out and slide on the
battery pack cover.
Your SONNET is now
turned on.
3
Connect the coil cable
to the D Coil.
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Be careful not to use too much
force when you turn the battery
pack cover lock.
Note the correct
orientation of the
coil cable socket.
Note the correct
orientation of the coil
cable socket.
Note the mechanism
that secures the control
unit to the frame.
To remove,
press the tip of
the release lever.
Battery Pack Cover
Lock
Locked
Unlocked
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Microphone Cover
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Gently pull the
microphone cover off
the control unit from the
front using your
ngernail.
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Detaching AttachingDetaching
Carefully snap the
microphone cover onto
the control unit.
2
Insert the microphone
cover pins into the recesses
in the control unit.
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Remove the earhook.
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Earhook
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If you have SONNET EAS, a hearing aid
acoustician will t your earhook with
an ear mould.
Remove the earhook by
gently pushing it down.
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Remove the earhook pin
by pushing it out with the
supplied pin removal tool.
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Pin
Pin
Removal
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Click!
Make sure that the
microphone cover pins
have been inserted before
you proceed to step 2.
To Attach
Note the mechanism that
secures the earhook.
To lock the earhook, attach the earhook
and insert the earhook pin.
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Status
Batteries are empty.
Either minimum or maximum volume
has been reached, or audio sensitivity
has been reached.
Warning
Problem
Temporary error or electronic
malfunction.
The setting you selected has not yet
been programed, or there has been a
program malfunction.
Temporary error or electronic
malfunction.
Programming failure, temporary error,
or electronic malfunction.
Error Pattern Solution
1. Turn processor off.
2. Turn processor back on.
Select another setting.
1. Turn processor off.
2. Turn processor back on.
1. Turn processor off.
2. Turn processor back on.
Solution
Change the batteries.
Adjust volume or sensitivity
if necessary.
Status
FineTuner command has been successfully received.
Program 1 is selected.
Program 2 is selected.
Program 3 is selected.
Program 4 is selected.
Conrmation
If the optional status light has been activated:
SONNET is initialised and working.
Status
Program Change
Scale in Seconds
10 2 3
Scale in Seconds
10 2 3
Indicator Light
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Volume
Increase or decrease the volume
Program Selection
Choose a program
Default Volume and Sensitivity
Set volume and audio sensitivity
to default setting as determined
by your audiologist
Sensitivity
Increase or decrease the audio
sensitivity
Input Selection
M: Selects the microphone
MT: Selects microphone and telecoil
T: Selects the telecoil
Processor Selection
(For Bilateral Users)
Select the left processor, both
processors, or the right processor;
Activates and deactivates the
Keypad Lock
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2
3
4
5
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FineTuner
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Sensitivity
Input Selection
Processor Selection
(For Bilateral Users)
and Keypad Lock
Feature
Volume
Program
Selection
Indicator Lights
Default Volume
and Sensitivity
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2
3
4
5
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FineTuner Keypad Lock
To prevent accidental setting changes,
you can activate the FineTuner Keypad
Lock. If any key is pressed while the
keypad is locked, the red LED light on
the FineTuner will blink.
Temporarily Unlocking the Keypad
You can make a selection even when
the keypad is locked by pressing any
given key twice. The rst click
temporarily unlocks the keypad, and
the second click sends the command.
When the Keypad Lock is temporarily
deactivated, the keypad will relock
after 10 seconds of inactivity.
Activating the Keypad Lock
1. Press and hold the ( ) key for
5 seconds, or until the red and
amber lights blink alternately.
2. Press the (
) key. When the keypad
has been locked successfully, the
amber lights will blink.
Deactivating the Keypad Lock
1. Press the ( ) key twice. The second
time, press and hold for at least
5 seconds, or until the red and
amber lights blink alternately.
2. Press the (
) key. The amber lights
will blink to indicate that your
FineTuner is unlocked.
Any FineTuner key can be deactivated by your
clinician to prevent accidental setting changes.
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+ 5 seconds
Meaning
Keypad is locked
Information is
being transmitted
Input side change
Programming mode
Batteries are low
Conguration has
been successful
Explanation
If you press any key while the FineTuner is locked,
the red indicator lights will turn on.
The indicator lights blink when signals are being
transmitted. The left light blinks if the left side is
activated. The right light blinks if the right side is
activated. Both blink if both sides (for bilateral users)
are activated.
Press the left key to send commands to the left side.
Press the right key to send commands to the right side.
The corresponding amber light will turn on. To send
commands to both sides (for bilateral users), press the
centre key. Both amber lights will turn on.
Press for more than 5 seconds to activate programming
mode. The 3 indicator lights will ash alternately.
If batteries are low, the red indicator light in the centre
will repeatedly blink three times.
If conguration of your FineTuner has been successful or
if the automatic keyboard lock feature has been either
activated or deactivated, both amber lights will turn on
for one second.
Light Pattern
Light Patterns
FineTuner
Batteries
Use only type 675 batteries to power your SONNET. We recommend using
zinc-air batteries that are designed especially for hearing implant systems.
When you use SONNET with the WaterWear accessory, however, you must
substitute zinc-air batteries with one of the other types.
675
Zinc-Air
Batteries
675
Silver-Oxide
Batteries
675
Alkaline
Batteries
675
Rechargeable
Batteries
Maximum battery life 60 hours 10 hours 8 hours 8 hours
Requires
oxygen supply
Yes No No No
Compatible
with WaterWear
No Yes Yes Yes
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Look for the symbol that identies
the use of an induction loop
system at venues.
For Neckloops and Silhouettes For Induction Loop Systems
Neckloop
Accessory
Microphone
with Telecoil
Microphone
with Telecoil
Telecoil Only
Telecoil Only
Microphone OnlyMicrophone Only
FineTuner Input
Selection Keys
FineTuner Input
Selection Keys
Telecoil Accessories
SONNET − Assistive Listening Devices
Insert the 3.5 mm
plug of the telecoil
accessory into the
headphone jack of
the audio device.
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Find the listening area of
the induction loop system
and stay within it.
1
Press the MT or T
button on your
FineTuner to activate
the telecoil and
select the input type.
2
Press the MT or T button on
your FineTuner to activate the
telecoil function and select
the input type.
2
Place the telecoil accessory
around your neck if you’re
using a neckloop or on
your ear if you’re using
a silhouette.
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3-Pin
FM Port
With Direct Audio Input With FM Receiver
FM Battery Pack
SONNET − Assistive Listening Devices
Insert the 3-pin
plug of the audio
adapter cable into
the FM port.
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Insert the FM receiver into the FM port.
SONNET will automatically detect sound
signals as soon as the FM system is activated.
Insert the 3.5 mm plug
of the audio adapter cable
into the headphone port
of the audio device.
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Attach the FM Battery Pack in the same way you attach
the standard battery pack cover. (See Basic Assembly
instructions on pages 2–3 of this guide.)
Refer to the user manual for your FM system
for instructions on changing FM settings.
Unilateral Mix
Audio Adapter
Cables
Unilateral Ext.
Bilateral Mix
Bilateral Ext.
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Locked
Unlocked
Safety Features
FineTuner Deactivation
You can deactivate certain FineTuner keys or programs to
prevent accidental changes to settings. For more information
about this feature or for instructions for FineTuner deactivation,
please contact your CI centre.
Lockable Earhook
The earhook locks securely in place to prevent accidental
removal. To lock the earhook, insert the earhook pin after you
attach the earhook to the control unit. If SONNET belongs to a
child, always insert the earhook pin before you place the audio
processor on the child’s ear.
Battery Pack Cover Lock
The battery pack cover can be locked to prevent tampering or
disassembly. If SONNET belongs to a child, always lock the
battery pack cover before you place the audio processor on
the child’s ear.
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Be careful not to use too much force when
you turn the battery pack cover lock.
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Basic Care and Maintenance
Follow these basic and important care instructions to help improve the
functioning of your SONNET and extend its life.
General Cleaning
Clean SONNET regularly by wiping it with a soft, damp cloth. Don’t use cleaning
solutions. Use extra care when cleaning small parts such as the battery contacts
and microphone covers.
Battery Contacts
Inspect the battery contacts regularly; clean and dry them as
necessary. To clean them, use a cotton swab and a small amount
of rubbing alcohol. Gently wipe them dry. Avoid touching the
battery contacts.
Microphone Covers
If the microphone covers get wet, wipe them dry or replace
them. Replace the microphone covers every three months, or
sooner if they appear dirty or if sound quality has worsened.
Moisture
Protect SONNET from excessive or unnecessary exposure to water. If your
audio processor gets wet, gently wipe it dry with a soft absorbent cloth.
Sunlight
Don’t leave SONNET in direct sunlight, especially inside of a vehicle. Don’t
expose your audio processor to extreme temperatures.
Drying
Use the drying kit every night to allow SONNET to dry out
completely. Remove the battery pack cover before putting it into
the drying kit with your audio processor. Disposable batteries
can be left in the frame and put into the drying kit.
Refer to your user manual for more information
about care and maintenance.
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Don’t put rechargeable batteries
into the drying kit.
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Troubleshooting
In case you encounter any minor technical problems, such as an
interruption in sound, carefully follow these steps to identify possible
causes and solutions:
1. Remove your SONNET and change the batteries. If that doesn’t solve the
problem, go to 2.
2. Disassemble your SONNET into ve parts: control unit, battery pack frame,
battery pack cover, coil cable, and D Coil. (For guidance, see pages 2–3.)
3. Check each part for dirt or signs of damage. Gently clean any processor
parts that are dirty and wipe dry any parts that are wet. (See instructions
on pages 22–23.) If any parts appear damaged, contact your CI centre
for assistance.
4. Reassemble SONNET. (See instructions on pages 2–3.)
If your processor still isn’t working, go to 5.
5. Use the Speec h Processor Test Device to troubleshoot your audio processor.
Speech Processor Test Device
The Speech Processor Test Device (SPTD) is a troubleshooting tool for
detecting the most common audio processor problems. To troubleshoot
with the SPTD, follow these steps:
1. Switch on your SONNET.
2. Place the at side of the D Coil under the Speech Processor Test Device.
3. Speak into the SONNET microphones. The indicator light should icker to
the rhythm of your voice. If it doesn’t, go to 4.
4. Adjust the volume and speak into the microphones.
If the indicator light doesn’t icker, go to 5.
5. Change the batteries and speak into the microphones.
If the indicator light doesn’t icker, go to 6.
6. Replace the coil cable.
If your SONNET still isn’t working or for immediate assistance, please contact
your CI centre. For complete troubleshooting instructions, visit medel.com.
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