Bernafon VERAS 5 Operations Instructions

VERAS 9VERAS 7VERAS 5In-the-ear hearing instrumentsINSTRUCTIONSFOR USE

10• Use your thumb to push up against the bottom (back part) of your ear to loosen the instrument.• Grasp the instrument at its edge between your thum

11Operating instruments (ON/OFF) To turn the instrument ONPush the battery drawer closed until it snaps. The hearing instrument will make one long bee

12Changing the volume levelYour hearing instruments are programmed to be at a comfortable volume level for your hearing loss. They are designed to aut

13To decrease the volumeTurn the volume control towards your back. The instrument will beep when your reach the pro-grammed minimum.The volume control

14Changing programs (ITCD and ITC instruments)Your hearing instrument can be congured with 3 to 4 listening programs. Please see page 42 to nd out w

15Telecoil function(optional for ITCD and ITC instruments)The telecoil helps you hear better when using a telephone or in buildings where inductive lo

16Telephone useAuto Telephone (all ITCDs)Your instrument may have an Auto Telephone functionality. When the hearing instrument is close to a telephone

17Your hearing care professional can congure your instruments to allow answering the phone on both ears or on your preferred ear. If you have a pre-f

18Changing the batteryWhen the battery is about to run out, the instrument will beep at regular intervals. The battery should be replaced immediatel

19Important battery information• Battery life will vary with conditions of use (batteries will run down faster in noisy environ-ments). • Always keep

20Data logging and learningData loggingThe data log automatically stores information about your use of the hearing instruments such as changes made

21Operating the hearing instruments with the optional RC-P remote control If you have purchased a remote control you can use it to change programs, a

22Operating the instrument with the optional SoundGate communication device (VR9 and VR7 ITCDs only)If you have purchased a SoundGate you may use it

23Instrument careHealthy ears produce a waxy substance that can clog your hearing instruments. Please follow these cleaning instructions to prevent wa

24Cleaning the sound outletThe sound outlet is an integral part of your hearinginstrument and should be kept clean and free from ear wax at all times

25Do not insert tools into the sound outlet.This could damage the receiver. If you cannot cleanthe hearing instruments completely, it is best tocontac

26• Remove the tool from the shell and push the removal part into the old wax lter to remove it from the instrument.• Push the new lter into the hea

27Using your hearing instrumentsHearing instruments do not restore perfect hear-ing. They make sounds louder and help you make the most of the hearing

28• You may notice that your own voice sounds louder. If the voices of others are at a comfort-able level, try speaking at a lower volume.• Sounds lik

29Attending theatre, concerts, lectures, etc.• Ask if there is a loop system available. If not, request to be seated near the front.• Try to sit with

TABLE OF CONTENTSIntroduction 7Description of features 8Inserting instruments 9Removing instruments 10Operating instruments (ON/OFF) 11Changing t

30Using the telephone• Hold the receiver close to the microphone inlet of your hearing instrument. If this causes whistling, move the receiver away

31Environmental protectionYour hearing instruments contain electronic components subject to the Directive 2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electron

32Product approval, markings and complianceAll Bernafon Veras hearing instrument models comply with international standards concerning electromagneti

33Your hearing instruments may contain a radio transmitter using short range magnetic induction technology working at 3.84 MHz. The magnetic eld s

34Cell phone and hearing instrument compatibilitySome hearing instrument users have reported a buzzing sound in their instruments when they are using

35The immunity of your Veras hearing instrument is at least M2/T2. The equipment performance measurements, categories and system classica-tions are b

36International warrantyYour hearing instruments have a limited warranty, covering defects in materials and workmanship. This warranty covers the hear

37Your hearing instrument configurationAvailable programs (ITCD and ITC only)Your hearing instruments are programmed in the following way:Program B

38Telephone use options (VR9 and VR7 ITCD and ITC only)Preferred telephone earM Both M Right M LeftB e h a v i o r o f i n s t r u m e n t o n t

39AccessoriesBernafon offers a wide range of optional acces-sories that may be purchased to enhance your hearing system. Depending on hearing instrume

40General warnings and safety guidelinesHearing instruments and batteries can be danger-ous if swallowed or improperly used. Such actions can result

41• A slap to your ear while wearing the instrument could be harmful. Avoid wearing your hearing instrument while playing contact sports (e.g. rugby,

42• Clean your hearing instruments and their parts on a regular basis as recommended. Micro-organisms from unclean instruments may cause skin irritati

43• Trafc or other warning sounds may also be reduced in level by a directional microphone when these sounds are coming from behind you.• Never inse

44Common problems and solutionsProblem Possible cause SolutionInstrument whistles or squealsInstrument not inserted correctly Re-insert instrumentEa

45Problem Possible cause SolutionInstrument whistles or squealsInstrument not inserted correctly Re-insert instrumentEar wax accumulation in ear can

46Problem Possible cause SolutionWhirring noise, fading, weak or motor-boating soundsBattery contacts may be dirty or corrodedOpen and close the bat

47Problem Possible cause SolutionWhirring noise, fading, weak or motor-boating soundsBattery contacts may be dirty or corrodedOpen and close the bat

48Compliance with requirements for EuropeThis device is in conformance with the require-ments of the Directive 93/42/EEC of the Council of the Europe

49Declarations of conformity are available at:Bernafon AGMorgenstrasse 1313018 BernSwitzerland

5Using your hearing instruments 27Using the telephone 30Environmental protection 31Product approval, markings and compliance 32Cell phone and hea

50Compliance with radio communi cations requirements for the USA and CanadaBernafon AGVeras hearing instrument models VR9 ITCD; VR7 ITCD; VR5 ITCDS

51These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment generates, us

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54If none of the actions, listed on the previous pages, solve the problem, contact your hearing care professional.Do not attempt to repair your hear

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ManufacturerSwitzerlandBernafon AGMorgenstrasse 1313018 BernPhone +41 31 998 15 15Fax +41 31 998 15 90www.bernafon.comAustraliaBernafon Australia Pty.

6Congratulations on the purchase of your new Bernafon hearing instruments. With a little practice, you will soon be on your way to better hearing.Pl

7The following instruments are covered in these instructions:Veras ITE instruments VR9 ITCD VR9 ITC VR9 CIC VR7 ITCD VR7 ITC VR7 CIC VR5 ITCD VR5

8Description of featuresBernafon Veras IFU ITCVR_ILU_ITC1overview_BW_HIBernafon Veras IFU ITCVR_ILU_ITC2overview_BW_HIBernafon Veras IFU CICVR_ILU_CIC

9Inserting instrumentsIt takes patience and practice to insert your in-struments correctly. If you have difculty, please consult your hearing care pr