USER INSTRUCTIONS FM+DEX PACKAGE CONTENTS FM+ DEX Charger Jack-to-jack cable Neck loops (three lengths) Clip User instructions 2 CONTENTS SYMBOLS . 4 YOUR NEW FM+ DEX . 5 Intended use. 6 Description of device . 6 FM+ DEX OVERVIEW. 7 LEDS . 8 OPERATING RANGES . 9 GETTING STARTED . 10 Charging the battery . 10 Preparing for FM or audio . 12 Antenna . 17 TURNING ON THE FM+ DEX. 23 ACOUSTIC INDICATORS . 24 SELECTING INPUT SOURCE . 25 VOLUME ADJUSTMENT . 26 ROOM OFF . 27 TURNING OFF THE FM+ DEX . 28 TAMPER SWITCH . 29 IN CASE OF MALFUNCTION.... . 30 CARING FOR YOUR FM+ DEX . 32 WARNINGS . 33 SAFETY WARNING . 34 3 SYMBOLS The following symbols will be used throughout the manual:
WARNING Messages with this heading indicate adverse reactions, potential safety hazards or inadequate device performance. CAUTION Messages with this heading indicate/include information regard-
ing any special care to be exercised. Not for general waste. 4 YOUR NEW FM+ DEX Your FM+ DEX is part of the DEX family of assistive listening devices. These user instructions explain how the FM+ DEX should be operated. WARNING This booklet contains important information and instructions. Please read this booklet care fully before you start using the device. 5 Intended use The FM+ DEX is a battery-powered device intended to stream signals to Widex hearing aids using the wire-
less WidexLink, i.e. signals are received, altered and streamed to the hearing aid. Description of device The FM+ DEX is offered in order to support Widex hear-
ing aids without DAI or a telecoil. When the FM module is attached, the user is able to receive FM signals. In the same way, the device can substitute for a telecoil in hearing aids not fitted with a telecoil. The third input possibility is the line in, which can be used to stream music, etc., by connecting a computer or portable unit to the device. The FM+ DEX is worn on a neck loop or attached directly to the clothing or belt using the included clip. 6 FM+ DEX OVERVIEW
1. On/Off
2. Input toggle key/Room off
3. Volume up/down
4. FM input LED
5. Audio input LED
6. T (telecoil) input LED
7. Battery level indicator
8. Tamper switch
9. FM switch 10. FM connector (Europlug) 11. FM connector (SCOLA FLEX receiver) 12. Charge (mini USB socket) 13. Audio 14. Cover 1. 2. 6. 8. 12. 13. 14. 7. 5. 4. 3. 10. 11. 9. 7 LEDS Input indicators Green light in any of the three input LEDs indicates that this input source has been chosen. Battery indicator Battery low Battery charging Battery fully charged, charging unit still connected Battery fully charged, charging unit disconnected 8 red yellow green off OPERATING RANGES From FM+ DEX to hearing aids From FM transmitter to FM+ DEX Up to 40 cm Up to 30 metres 9 GETTING STARTED Charging the battery The FM+ DEX uses a rechargeable battery that is charged through the mini USB connector. When fully charged, the battery has a capacity of approx. 10 hours of continuous use. The charger is available in four coun-
try versions. The version you have may therefore not look exactly as illustrated in this booklet. 10 1. Connect the charger to the mini USB connector at the bottom of the FM+ DEX. 2. Plug the charger into a wall socket. It takes approximately 6 hours to charge the battery the first time. Recharging takes approx. 2 hours. The device cannot stream while recharging. WARNING Do not attempt to change the battery yourself. Contact your hearing care professional if the battery needs replacement. 11 Preparing for FM or audio The toggle key allows you to choose between three input sources, depending on whether you wish to receive FM, audio or telecoil signals. However, to prepare for FM or audio reception, you need to do the following:
Toggle key 12 FM If you wish to listen to an FM source, you will first need to connect the appropriate FM module. 1. Remove the cover at the bottom of the device. 2a. If you have a SCOLAFLEX receiver, slide it into place as shown. 13 2b. For other modules, use a Europlug to connect it to the device. Please be sure to turn and position the Europlug correctly, i.e. according to the thickness of the pins. 3. Turn the receiver module on. 4. Slide the FM switch to the right if you are using a SCOLAFLEX interface or to the left if you are using a Europlug. 4. 14 5. Attach the cover again. 15 Audio If you wish to listen to an audio source, plug the jack-
to-jack cable provided into the audio (line-in) socket. Connect the other end to the audio source. The device automatically detects the audio signal. 16 Antenna The FM+DEX can be used with or without an external neck loop antenna. Attaching the neck loop antenna Assemble the two neck loop wires (if not already assembled) by connecting the male jack on the short wire to the female jack on the long wire. Then assemble the two neck loop wires (if not already assembled) by connecting the male jack on the short wire to the female jack on the long wire. Then connect the jack connectors at the end of the neck loop wires to the holes in the click-on module. 17 Then attach the assembled module to the device as illustrated. 18 An alternative way of using the device is by attaching it to your clothes using the detachable clip. These first two illustrations show how to attach the clip to the device. 19 Pushing the clip upwards with two fingers allows you to turn the clip as required. Push it backwards to fix it in the desired position. 20 To open the clip, click the lock open, place it on your clothes and click it closed. 21 CAUTION: FOR PACEMAKER USERS
(Risks) The use of wireless Widex hearing aids/DEX should not interfere with other devices such as a pacemaker. However, to be extra cautious, Widex follows the guidelines recommended by the manufacturers of implantable defibrillators and pace-
makers for their patients when using mobile phones. Specifi-
cally, hearing aid wearers who also use a pacemaker should Keep the hearing aids at a distance of at least 15 cm/ foot away from the pacemaker and Do not carry the hearing aids (and/or any of the DEX acces-
sories) in a shirt pocket or close to the chest. If any interference is observed, do not use the hearing aids
(and/or DEX) and contact your pacemaker manufacturer and hearing healthcare professional immediately. 22 TURNING ON THE FM+ DEX Push the slide button on the right side upwards. 23 ACOUSTIC INDICATORS When using any button/switch, a corresponding acous-
tic indicator will be presented in the hearing aids. Turning the device on/off Change of input source Room off/on (HA microphones) Volume adjustment message message message tones 24 SELECTING INPUT SOURCE The device usually starts up in the FM input setting. The current input source is indicated by a green light in the corresponding LED. Using the toggle key you can change between the three input options: FM, audio or T (telecoil). 25 VOLUME ADJUSTMENT The device starts up at the default volume level. Use the volume control on the left side to adjust the volume up or down. volume up volume down 26 ROOM OFF If you wish to listen to the input signal only, push the toggle key and hold it in for more than half a second. This will disable the hearing aid microphones. To deac-
tivate this function again, push the toggle key and hold it in again for more than half a second. 27 TURNING OFF THE FM+ DEX To turn the FM+ DEX off, push the slide button on the right side of the FM+ DEX downward. When you turn the device off, it stops streaming and the hearing aids return to the Master program. 28 TAMPER SWITCH The input toggle/room off switch and volume control can be locked using the tamper switch. Slide the switch to the left to lock the functions, and to the right to unlock them. 29 IN CASE OF MALFUNCTION.... Problem Your FM+ DEX does not work No sound when listening to audio Temporary sus-
pension of com-
munication between hearing aids. Message:
Partner check Possible cause The device is out of range FM+ DEX is not within range of the hearing aids Interference from devices emitting a strong electromag-
netic field Solution Move the device within range Move the FM+ DEX within range Keep at least 15 cm/
foot away from potential sources of interference Interference with another FM+ DEX Devices may be too close together The input toggle button does not work. The battery is flat. The battery does not work. The charger is connected is con-
nected but does not charge (LEDs are not green). The power supply to the FM+ DEX has been interrupted. Move one of the devices out of range of the other. Charge the battery using the included charger. Contact your hearing care professional to have the battery replaced. Check that the charger is properly connected to the FM+
DEX mini USB socket and a wall socket, and that the wall socket is switched on. 30 Problem No streamed audio sound even though the audio input LED is green. No streamed magnetic signals even though the telecoil (T) input LED is green. No streamed FM signals even though the FM input LED is green. Battery level indi-
cator is red Possible cause The cable between the sound source and the FM+ DEX has been disconnected. Solution Connect the sound source to the FM+
DEX. No magnetic field nearby Place the FM+ DEX in a magnetic field. The FM module or the FM transmitter is switched off. Check that the FM module and the FM transmitter are switched on and are set to the same chan-
nel. The battery is flat. Charge the battery. Streaming is inter-
rupted The FM+ DEX is out of range. Move the FM+ DEX within range. The streamed sound is too loud or too low The input toggle button does not work. Use the volume up/
down buttons on the FM+ DEX to adjust volume level. Turn the FM+ DEX on. Disconnect the charger when the FM+ DEX has been charged. The FM+ DEX is not turned on. The charger is con-
nected to the FM+
DEX. 31 CARING FOR YOUR FM+ DEX The device is a valuable object and should be treated with care. Here are some things you can do to prolong the life of your FM+ DEX:
WARNING Do not expose the device to extreme temperatures or high humidity. Do not immerse in water or other liquids. Do not carry your FM+ DEX with you during X-rays, MRIs or other scans or radiation treatments and never place it in a microwave oven. These are some of the types of radiation that can damage the device. Radiation from, for example, room surveillance equipment, burglar alarms and mobile phones is weaker and will not damage the device aid, but may create audible interference. CAUTION Never try to open or repair the device yourself. (This should only be done by authorized personnel.) Clean the device with a dry, soft cloth. Never wash it with water, cleaning solutions or other liquids. Avoid dropping the FM+ DEX. When the device is not in use, keep it in its case in a cool, dry location out of reach of children and pets. 32 WARNINGS WARNING Keep the FM+ DEX and its parts and accessories out of reach of children and anyone else who might swallow parts of the device, or otherwise cause injury to themselves with these items. In case of ingestion, contact a physician immediately. Do not use the device on aircraft or in hospitals without permission. Do not use the device in mines or other areas with explosive gases. CAUTION Although the device has been designed to comply with the most stringent international electromagnetic compatibility standards, the possibility cannot be excluded that it may cause interference with other equipment, such as medical devices. 33 SAFETY WARNING This device is charged by an external power charger. Only connect a charger that is compatible with the FM+ DEX. The charger must have an output rating of 5VDC, 500mA, and a mini USB connector. The charger input rating voltage and wall plug must be compatible with the AC wall outlet in your region. The charger must have the certification marks show-
ing certification by a safety agency acceptable in your region. Widex strongly recommends that you always use a charger unit that is supplied by your Widex Distributor to ensure safe and efficient use of your FM+ DEX. 34 REGULATORY INFORMATION FCC ID: TTY-FMD IC: 5676B-FMD Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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. NOTE:
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 off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
35 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. NOTE:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by Widex could void the users authority to operate the equipment. Industry Canada Statement /
Dclaration dindustrie Canada Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication. This device complies with Industry Canada licence-
exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
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(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Conformment la rglementation dIndustrie Canada, le prsent metteur radio peut fonctionner avec une antenne dun type et dun gain maximal (ou infrieur) approuv pour lmetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de rduire les risques de brouillage radiolectrique lintention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type dantenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonne quivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dpasse pas lintensit ncessaire ltablissement dune communication satisfaisante. Le prsent appareil est conforme aux CNR dIndustrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. Lexploitation est autorise aux deux conditions suivantes:
(1) lappareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et
(2) lutilisateur de lappareil doit accepter tout brouillage radiolectrique subi, mme si le brouillage est susceptible den compromettre le fonctionnement. 37 Hereby, Widex A/S declares that this FM+DEX is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. A copy of the Declaration of Conformity can be found at: http://www.widex.com 38 Hearing aids, accessories and batteries should not be disposed of with normal household waste. Please consult your national Widex distributor for advice on how to dispose of these items. 39 Manufacturer 9 514 0129 041]
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