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hands-free BTE inductor
for mobile phones
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GB user guide
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SILHOUETTE function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
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ILHOUETTE features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
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ILHOUETTE instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Test and approval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
table of contents
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SILHOUETTE
function
SILHOUETTE is a discreet and hands-free BTE inductor for
use with mobile phones. SILHOUETTE comes in two different
versions for use with either one or two hearing aids.
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7 carry bag
1 2.5mm jack
To connect to mobile
phone adaptor
2 shirt clip
To attach to shirt to fix
microphone position
2
3 microphone and
remote control
To pick up the voice from
speaker’s mouth and to
answer incoming calls or
to end calls (this function
may only work on some
mobile phones)
6 adaptor
4 BTE inductor
To transmit other party’s
voice
SILHOUETTE
features
English
5 second BTE
inductor
To transmit other
party’s voice
(binaural type only)
8 carry purse
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SILHOUETTE features
3
1
2
3
5
4
1
4
3
2
monaural
version
binaural
version
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English
SILHOUETTE features
4
6
7
8
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SILHOUETTE instructions
installation
Attach the adaptor
matching the
mobile phone into
the mobile phone’s
socket.
Insert the 2.5mm
jack fully into the
adaptor.
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NOTE: SILHOUETTE
connects to some
mobile phones without
use of an adaptor.
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English
SILHOUETTE instructions
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place inductor
Place the inductor
behind the hearing
aid fitted ear. If the
SILHOUETTE is of
binaural type place
the second inductor behind the
other ear while
placing the wire
behind the neck.
The same signal is
transferred to both
hearing aids.
NOTE: The inductor
can be placed on
either side of a BTE
type hearing aid.
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SILHOUETTE instructions
hearing aid setting
Set hearing aid to “T”
or “MT” position
when using the
SILHOUETTE.
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English
SILHOUETTE instructions
adjust and attach shirt clip
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Adjust the shirt clip
to the desired position and attach it to
the shirt. The
microphone should
be hanging between
the inductor and
the shirt clip in
close proximity to
the speaker's
mouth.
The mobile phone
can now be stored
away for hands-free
operation.
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SILHOUETTE instructions
operation
Operate your
mobile phone as
usual to make calls
and to answer
incoming calls
when using
SILHOUETTE.
Via the integrated
remote control you
may answer incoming calls or end
calls.
NOTE: The remote
control function may
not work on some
mobile phones.
5
Remote
control
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English
SILHOUETTE instructions
after the conversation
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When the conversation is over leave
the SILHOUETTE
behind the ear
ready for the next
conversation or
store it safely in the
supplied carry bag
or purse.
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troubleshooting
Should your SILHOUETTE hands-free BTE inductor not function
satisfactorily, please check the list below:
No sound is coming from the inductor, it is too low, it is
distorted or cuts out periodically
• Check that your hearing aid is set to “T” or “MT” position
• Adjust the mobile phone's volume to a higher level
• Check that the inductor is placed firmly behind the ear
• Check that the adaptor is correct for the mobile phone
• Check that the adaptor is firmly attached to the phone
• Check that the 2.5mm jack is fully inserted into the adaptor
• Move the phone away from the inductor and/or hearing aid
The other party cannot hear the speaker's voice clearly
• Move the microphone closer to the speaker’s mouth
• Check that the adaptor is correct for the mobile phone
• Check that the adaptor is firmly attached to the phone
• Check that the 2.5mm jack is fully inserted into the adaptor
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English
test and approval
SILHOUETTE is approved and CE marked in accordance with
the relevant directive.
Waste from electronic
equipment must be
handled according to
local regulations.
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warranty
A one-year limited warranty is issued to the original consumer of this product(s) by
Phonic Ear (two years inside the EU).
time period of warranty
This warranty will go into effect upon the date of original purchase of this equipment, and
will remain in effect for one calendar year from that date as long as the instrument remains
the property of the original consumer.
what is covered by this warranty
Any electronic component which, because of workmanship, manufacturing, or design
defects, fails to function properly under normal use during the life of this warranty
will be replaced or repaired at no charge for parts or labor when returned to the factory
service center. Transportation in is paid by the customer. If it is determined that repair
is not feasible, the entire unit may be replaced with an equivalent unit upon mutual
agreement of the manufacturer and customer.
what is not covered by this warranty
1 Malfunctions resulting from abuse, neglect, or accident.
2 Peripheral accessories as itemized within the product brochure, when such items are
returned after 90 days from the original purchase.
3 Alkaline batteries (if applicable).
4 Instruments connected, installed, used, or adjusted in a manner contrary to instruc-
tions provided by the manufacturer.
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English
warranty (cont’d)
5 Consequential damages and damages resulting from delay or loss of this instru-
ment. The exclusive remedy under this warranty is strictly limited to repair or
replacement as herein provided.
6 Products damaged in transit unless investigated by the shipper and returned to the
warrantor with the investigation report.
Phonic Ear reserves the right to make changes in the design or construction of any of
its instruments at any time without incurring any obligation to make any changes
whatsoever on units previously purchased. This warranty is in lieu of all other
expressed warranties. All expressed and implied warranties will terminate upon the
expiration of this written warranty. No representative or person is authorized to represent or assume for us any liability in connection with the sale or use of our products
other than as set forth above.
The above warranty does not affect any legal rights that you might have under applicable national legislation governing sale of consumer goods. Your distributor may have
issued a warranty that goes beyond the clauses of this limited warranty. Please consult
your distributor for further information.
what to do if you need service
If you require service under the terms of this warranty, carefully package the instrument to prevent damage and return it to your distributor (see information on back
cover). Please provide your receipt, a detailed description of the problem, your full name,
billing address, and telephone number.
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© 2005 Phonic Ear A/S 921-05-010-00/Rev. A 0105
Your local representative:
international: +45 3917 7101
u.s.: 800.227.0735, then press 7 • canada: 800.263.8700
website: www.phonicear.dk
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