Content Your remote control Overview Display Control buttons Key lock switch Programming connection Batteries Inserting batteries Checking the battery status Daily use Adjusting the volume Changing the hearing program Turning on and off (mute) Adjusting the tinnitus noiser level Alarm clock Setting the alarm clock Ending the alarm Turning the alarm clock off...
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Maintenance and care Troubleshooting Important information Intended use Explanation of symbols Transport and storage conditions Disposal information Technical information Conformance information Important safety information Personal safety Product safety Country-specific information Content...
Your hearing instruments are equipped with wireless technology and can therefore be controlled by a remote control. Both easyPocket basic and easyPocket advanced provide the same basic remote control functions for listening and program change. easyPocket advanced has additional comfort functions.
Overview ➊ ➍ Display Control buttons ➋ ➎ Key lock switch Program change button ➌ ➏ Programming Volume up/down buttons connection More functions are available in the menu. To enter or exit the menu, press the volume up button and the volume down button simultaneously.
The remote control does not receive information from your hearing instruments. All actions that you initiate with the controls of your hearing instruments are not reflected on the remote control’s display. Display of easyPocket basic ➊ ➌ Indicates change of Batteries of the remote...
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Display of easyPocket advanced ➊ ➎ Indicates change of Alarm clock is activated volume ➏ Batteries of the remote ➋ Program name control are low ➌ ➐ Program icon Function of programmable ➍ Program number control buttons Power save mode If the remote control is not used for some time, the display automatically turns black.
Control buttons You can quickly access two functions with the control buttons on the right hand side of the remote control. The control buttons of the easyPocket advanced can be configured by your Hearing Care Professional. Small icons on the display show the functions.
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Advanced functions (for easyPocket advanced only) Tinnitus noiser level up. Tinnitus noiser level down. Adjust treble. Adjust bass. All other icons: Shortcut to select a preferred hearing program. The available icons and hearing programs depend on your personal setup. Your remote control...
Key lock switch To prevent any accidental operation while the remote control is in pockets or bags, move the key lock switch to lock position (red color visible). When the key lock is active, all buttons on the remote control are disabled.
Batteries The remote control uses two AAA batteries. Inserting batteries Slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of the arrow. Insert the batteries. Make sure the "+" symbols on the battery and compartment are aligned. Batteries...
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Attach the cover by sliding it onto the remote control. The current time setting is displayed. If you want to change it, refer to section "Setting the time". Batteries...
Checking the battery status When the batteries of the remote control are low, this is indicated in the status bar. Additionally, you can check the battery status at any time in the menu. To enter the menu, press the volume up button and the volume down button simultaneously.
If you are wearing two hearing instruments, the hearing program will be changed on both instruments. The procedure for changing the hearing program differs for easyPocket basic and easyPocket advanced. easyPocket basic Press the program change button to switch to the next hearing program.
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easyPocket advanced Press the program change button repeatedly until the icon of the desired hearing program is displayed. Press the control button next to the icon indicating the desired hearing program. The control buttons have to be configured by your Hearing Care Professional.
Turning on and off (mute) You have several options to turn your hearing instruments on and off with your remote control. Both hearing instruments are simultaneously turned on or off. When you turn your hearing instruments off via remote control, the following icon is displayed.
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Via menu Turning off: To enter the menu, press the volume up button and the volume down button simultaneously. Navigate to the menu entry HI Mute / Unmute by pressing the volume up button or the volume down button. Confirm your selection by pressing the program change button.
Adjusting the tinnitus noiser level This function is only available if your Hearing Care Professional has configured the tinnitus noiser for both your hearing instruments and for the control buttons of the remote control. You can recognize the setting, if the corresponding icons are displayed next to the control buttons.
Alarm clock You can set an alarm clock reminding you at the same time every day by a repeating signal tone and by an alarm clock icon. The alarm is initiated by the remote control but the acoustic signal is emitted by your hearing instruments.
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Confirm your setting by pressing the program change button. The entry field for minutes is highlighted. Set the minutes by pressing the volume up button or the volume down button. Confirm your setting by pressing the program change button. The alarm on/off selection field is highlighted.
Ending the alarm When the alarm clock rings, a corresponding icon is displayed on the remote control. If you do not end the alarm, it is repeated within the next minutes. To end the alarm, press the program change button. The alarm clock will ring at the same time on the next day.
Turning the alarm clock off To enter the menu, press the volume up button and the volume down button simultaneously. Navigate to the menu entry Alarm by pressing the volume up button or the volume down button. Confirm your selection by pressing the program change button.
Setup and service functions Setting the time To enter the menu, press the volume up button and the volume down button simultaneously. Navigate to the menu entry Clock by pressing the volume up button or the volume down button. Confirm your selection by pressing the program change button.
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The time is always displayed in the header of the menu. To enter or exit the menu, press the volume up button and the volume down button simultaneously. Setup and service functions...
Resetting volume and hearing program If you have made changes to volume or program and do not know why the hearing instruments are acting the way they are, you can manually set the default volume and hearing program for your hearing instruments. To enter the menu, press the volume up button and the volume down button simultaneously.
Displaying contact data If your Hearing Care Professional has saved his or her contact data on the remote control, you can view this information: To enter the menu, press the volume up button and the volume down button simultaneously. Navigate to the menu entry Contact by pressing the volume up button or the volume down button.
Maintenance and care NOTICE Do not put your remote control in water! Do not clean your remote control with alcohol or benzine. Clean the remote control as necessary with a soft cloth and use a nonabrasive household soap. Avoid abrasive cleaning liquids with additives such as citric acid, ammonia, etc.
Troubleshooting Problem and possible solutions The remote control does not work. Check, if the key lock is activated. ■ Deactivate it, if necessary. Change the batteries. ■ Another remote control affects your hearing instruments. Return remote control and hearing instruments to ■...
Important information Intended use The remote control is intended to operate hearing instruments. Use the remote control only as described in this user guide. Explanation of symbols Points out a situation that could lead to serious, moderate, or minor injuries. Indicates possible property damage.
Recycle or dispose of batteries according to national regulations or return them to your Hearing Care Professional. Technical information Siemens easyPocket FCC: SGI‑WL700 IC: 267AB‑WL700 Operating frequencies: F =3.28 MHz Maximum field strength @ 10m: -7 dBμA/m Maximum field strength @ 30m: 28.5 dBμV/m...
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Australia) This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES‑003. Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Siemens Audiologische Technik GmbH for compliance may void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment. FCC compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS‑210 of Industry Canada.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV ■ technician for help. Conformance information With the CE marking Siemens confirms compliance with the European Directive 93/42/EEC con‑ cerning medical devices and the European Directive 99/5/EC (R&TTE) concerning radio and telecommunications terminal equipment.
Important safety information Personal safety WARNING Choking hazard! Your device contains small parts which can be swallowed. Keep hearing instruments, batteries and accessories out of reach of children and mentally disabled persons. If parts have been swallowed consult a physician or hospital immediately. WARNING Risk of injury! Do not use obviously damaged devices and...
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WARNING Wireless systems may interfere with measuring devices and electronic equipment. Do not use your device in hospitals or airplanes. WARNING Risk of interference with active implants or life support systems! If you wear a pacemaker: Carry the remote control at a safe distance of about 12 inches (30 cm) away from the pacemaker.
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WARNING Risk of explosion! Do not use your remote control in explosive atmospheres (e. g. in mining areas). Radiofrequency radiation exposure Information The radiated output power of the device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the device shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
Product safety NOTICE Protect your devices from extreme heat. Do not expose them to direct sunlight. NOTICE Protect your devices from high humidity. NOTICE Do not dry your devices in the microwave oven. NOTICE Different types of strong radiation, e. g. during X‑ray or MRI head examinations, may damage devices.
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NOTICE Your hearing instruments are designed to comply with international standards on electromagnetic compatibility but interference with nearby electronic devices could occur. In this case, move away from the source of interference. NOTICE For instruments with wireless connectivity: When the telecoil program is active, the remote control may cause a pulsing noise.