Companion (Favorit) Manual Issue 8 June 2014

ENGLISH Portable and user-friendly amplifier Companion is a versatile conversation amplifier which operates according to the same principles as most standard hearing instruments. It is equally suitable for people with and without a hearing instrument. Wearers of hearing instruments listen via a neck loop and those without a hearing instrument listen via headphones. Companion’s size and easy operation makes it convenient to take along with you and use in many different situations. Overview - Turn the volume knob to switch Com­ panion on/off and adjust the sound level. - Red LED = on. - Built-in microphone. - Switch between M (microphone) and T position (telecoil). - Input for external microphone. - Socket for headphones or neck loop. Connection and starting 1. If you are using an external microphone, connect it to the Mic input. 2. Set the switch to the M position. In public premises with an inductive loop the switch should be in the T position (see below).

3. Turn the volume knob to switch Companion on. Adjust the volume to minimum (see diagram). 4. Connect the headphones or neck loop to the headphone socket. 5. Carefully adjust the volume to a comfortable level. Hearing can be damaged if the sound level is too high.

Public premises with an inductive loop Companion has an integrated telecoil which receives signals sent on an inductive loop in public premises, e.g. churches. Set the switch to the T position. Hold Companion vertical to obtain the best sound quality. If you are using a hearing instrument, switch it over to the T position. You do not need Companion in that case.

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ENGLISH Changing batteries

NOTE: When you insert new batteries, press the batteries down towards the spring.

Controls under the battery cover Under the cover there are two potentiometers. These control the gain (G) and bass cut (H). The potentiometers are preset at the factory. Adjustments may only be made to them by technically trained personnel.

Accessories Mic, directional, Companion (Order No: 200 60 12): Designed to reduce background noise. Mic, Lapel 1.2 m, 3.5 mm (Order No: 411 03 15): Attach to the person you are talking to. Mic, FXT 4 m, 3.5 mm (Order No: 200 60 13): Attach it to the TV or radio loudspeaker. Neck Loop, 2-channel (Order No. 200 22 26): For those wearing a hearing instrument. Headphones, 3.5 mm Companion (Order No: 200 60 20): Included. For those not using a hearing instrument. Headphones, in-the-ear (Order No: 200 60 10): Alternative to headphones.

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Locking for microphone position Bass cut

Gain

ENGLISH Troubleshooting Type of fault

Action

No sound is coming from Companion.

1. Check that the batteries are OK. 2. Check that the connector is inserted in the headphone socket. 3. Check that the M/T switch is in the correct position.

There is a screeching sound from Companion.

The distance between the headphones and Companion is too short so that there is feedback. Increase the distance or reduce the volume.

Cleaning and maintenance Use a damp cloth to wipe it on the outside. Never use cleaning products or solvents. Refer to the technical data below for the battery service life. Refer to page 4 for how to change the battery.

Repairs If your product malfunctions, it must be repaired by a qualified technician. Do not attempt to open the case of the device since this would invalidate the warranty. If your product requires service, please contact your hearing care professional for assistance.

Waste disposal This product contains electrical or electronic equipment and should be disposed of carefully in the interests of your safety and the environment. Please contact your local hearing care professional concerning disposal of the product.

General precautions • Hearing can be damaged if the sound level is too high. Follow the instructions for connection and starting, page 3. • Different types of radiation, e.g. from NMR or CT scanners, may damage the device. Therefore, do not wear the device during these or other corresponding scanning procedures. Other types of radiation (burglar alarms, room surveillance systems, radio equipment, mobile telephones, etc) will not damage the device. They could, however, momentarily affect the sound quality or create strange sounds from the device. • Warning: External devices connected to the product must be safe according the requirements of EN 60601-1-1, EN 60335-1 or EN 60065, as appropriate.

Technical data Max. acoustic amplification: Max. acoustic output level: Frequency range: Bass reduction: Telecoil sensitivity: Power consumption: Service life: Type of battery: Dimensions: Weight:

60 dB (can be damped 16 dB with gain control). 125 dB SPL. 200 Hz – 10 kHz. -10 dB at 200 Hz. 93 dB SPL, 1 kHz, 10 mA/m. Closed circuit current 7 mA. Approx. 200 hours with headphones. 2 off 1.5 V penlight (LR6/AA). 105 x 100 x 43 mm. 94 g (including batteries).

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SVERIGE / SERVICE:

NORGE:

INTERNATIONAL INQUIRIES:

AB Transistor Sweden Bergkällavägen 23 192 79 Sollentuna

GN ReSound AS Brynsveien 13 Postboks 132 Sentrum 0102 Oslo

AB Transistor Sweden Bergkällavägen 23 SE-192 79 Sollentuna, Sweden

Tel: 08-545 536 30 Fax: 08-545 536 39 [email protected] www.transistor.se

Telefon: 22 47 75 30 Telefaks: 22 47 75 50 [email protected] www.gnresound.no

Tel: +46 8 545 536 30 Fax: +46 8 545 536 39 [email protected] www.transistor.se

MANUFACTURER: in the sense of EU Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC: AB Transistor Sweden Bergkällavägen 23 SE-192 79 Sollentuna, Sweden

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Service and product-related questions: see contact details for each country or ”International inquiries”.