Lucid A46U56 Speaker-In-the-Ear Hearing Instruments User Manual
- June 11, 2024
- LUCID
Table of Contents
- A46U56 Speaker-In-the-Ear Hearing Instruments
- UNDERSTANDING YOUR HEARING AID
- INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
- BATTERIES AND TUBING
- POWER & VOLUME CONTROL
- CLEANING TIP REPLACEMENT
- PROGRAM SELECTION
- INSERTING HEARING AIDS
- WAXSTOP INSTRUCTIONS
- ANIS SPECIFICATIONS
- GENERAL INSTRUCTION
- Troubleshooting Guide
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
A46U56 Speaker-In-the-Ear Hearing Instruments
User Manual 
WIRELESS COMPATIBLE
Speaker-In-the-Ear
Hearing Instruments
A46U56 Speaker-In-the-Ear Hearing Instruments
WARNING: People younger than 18 should go to a doctor before using this.
People younger than 18 years old need specialized care, and using this without
a medical evaluation may worsen impairment or disability. A hearing aid user
who is younger than 18 should have a recent medical evaluation from a doctor,
preferably an ear-nose-throat doctor (an ENT). Before using this, a doctor
should determine that the use of a hearing aid is appropriate.
WARNING to Hearing Aid Dispensers:
You should advise a prospective hearing aid user to consult promptly with a
doctor, preferably an ear specialist such as an ENT, before dispensing a
hearing aid if you determine through inquiry, actual observation, or review of
any other available information concerning the prospective user, that the
prospective user has any of the following conditions:
- Visible deformity of the ear, either congenital or traumatic
- Fluid, pus, or blood coming out of your ear in the past 6 months
- Painful or discomfort in the ear
- History of excessive ear wax, or suspicion that something is in the ear canal
- Dizziness, either recent or long-standing
- Sudden, quickly worsening, or fluctuation hearing loss within the previous 6 months
- Hearing loss or ringing (tinnitus) only in one ear or a noticeable difference in hearing between ears
- Audiometric air-bone gap equal to or greater than 15 dB at 500 Hz, 1000 Hz, and 2000Hz
Special care should be exercised in selecting and fitting a hearing aid whose
maximum sound pressure level exceeds 132 decibels as there may be risk of
impairing the remaining hearing of the hearing aid user. (This provision is
required only for those hearing aids with a maximum sound pressure capability
greater than 132 decibels (dB)).
Caution: This is not hearing protection
You should remove this device if you experience overly loud sounds, whether
short or long-lasting. If you’re in a loud place, you should use the right
kind of hearing protection instead of wearing this device. In general, if you
would use ear plugs in a loud place, you should remove this device and use ear
plugs.
Caution: The sound output should not be uncomfortable or painful.
You should turn down the volume or remove the device if the sound output is
uncomfortably loud or painful. If you consistently need to turn the volume
down, you may need to further adjust your device.
Caution: You might need medical help if a piece gets stuck in your ear.
If any part of your hearing aid, like the ear tip, gets stuck in your ear, and
you can’t easily remove it with your fingers, get medical help as soon as you
can. You should not try to use tweezers or cotton swabs because they can push
the part farther into your ear, injuring your eardrum or ear canal, possibly
seriously.
Note: What you might expect when you start using a hearing aid.
A hearing aid can benefit many people with hearing loss. However, you should
know it will not restore normal hearing, and you may still have some difficulty
hearing over noise. Further, a hearing aid will not prevent or improve a
medical condition that causes hearing loss. People who start using hearing
aids sometimes need a few weeks to get used to them. Similarly, many people
find that training or counseling can help them get more out of their devices.
If you have hearing loss in both ears, you might get more out of using hearing
aids in both, especially in situations that make you tired from listening–for
example, noisy environments.
Note: Tell FDA about injuries, malfunctions, or other adverse events
To report a problem involving your hearing aid, you should submit information
to FDA as soon as possible after the problem. FDA calls them “adverse events,”
and they might include: skin irritation in your ear, injury from the device
(like cuts or scratches, or burns from an overheated battery), pieces of the
device getting stuck in your ear, suddenly worsening hearing loss from using
the device, etc.
Instructions for reporting are available at
www.fda.gov/Safety/MedWatch or call
1–800-FDA-1088. You can also download a form to mail to FDA.
Note: Hearing loss in people younger than 18
- People younger than 18 should see a doctor first, preferably an ear-nose-throat doctor (an ENT), because they may have different needs than adults
- The doctor will identify and treat medical conditions as appropriate
- The doctor may refer the person to an audiologist for a separate test, a hearing aid evaluation
- The hearing aid evaluation will help the audiologist select and fit the appropriate hearing aid
A person who is younger than 18 years old with hearing loss should have a
medical evaluation by a doctor, preferably an ENT, before buying a hearing
aid. That purpose of a medical evaluation is to identify and treat medical
conditions that may affect hearing but that a hearing aid won’t treat on its
own.
Following the medical evaluation and if appropriate, the doctor will provide a
written statement that the hearing loss has been medically evaluated and the
person is a candidate for a hearing aid. The doctor may refer the person to an
audiologist for a hearing aid evaluation, which is different from a medical
evaluation and is intended to identify the appropriate hearing aid.
The audiologist will conduct a hearing aid evaluation to assess the person’s
ability to hear with and without a hearing aid. This will enable the
audiologist to select and fit a hearing aid for the person’s individual needs.
An audiologist can also provide evaluation and rehabilitation since, for
people younger than 18, hearing loss may cause problems in language
development and educational and social growth. An audiologist is qualified by
training and experience to assist in the evaluation and rehabilitation of
hearing loss in people younger than 18.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR HEARING AID
1 Tube 2 Tube Plug 3 Microphone Ports 4 Dual Function Rocker Switch 5 Battery Door On/Off Switch 6 Concha Lock 7 Sound Tip with WaxStop 8 Serial Number 9 SIE Model ID # (Inside Battery Door)
A-Series
SIE Model ID It: 46
Indicates # of Channels
1=32
2 = 48
3 = 64
4 = 96
5 = 128
7 = 24
9 = 16
Example: SQ556 = U128
U-Series
SIE Model ID #: 56/4’57
Indicates # of Channels
1=32
2 = 48
3 = 64
4 = 96
5 = 128
7 = 24
9 = 16
Example: SQ556 = U128
Red Sound Tip – Right Hearing Instrument
Blue Sound Tip – Left Hearing Instrument
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
Your hearing instruments are shipped with a variety of accessories, a sampling pictured above, including the following:
- Storage Case
- Hearing Aid Drying Jar
- 1 Card of Batteries
- Battery Holder
- Wax Stop
- Cleaning Tool
If you have any questions about the use of these accessories please contact your hearing care professional or our Customer Service team at 1-800-785-6052.
BATTERIES AND TUBING
Your hearing aid is powered by a type 13 battery and for the best performance
we recommend using a zinc-air battery. To insert a battery, remove the
adhesive label and wait thirty seconds for air to activate the battery. Wipe
any moisture off the battery surface. Open the battery door and with the
positive side up, insert battery into the battery door. To remove, open the
battery door and lift the battery out of the battery door. When your battery
is low and needs replaced you will hear the low battery voice prompt. The
prompt will be repeated every 15-20 minutes until the battery is changed.
Attaching Tubes: Align the tube plug (tubing facing down) with the
opening. Apply gentle pressure until the plug begins to go into the socket.
Push firmly until the plug clicks into place.
 Removing Tubes: We recommend you visit your hearing specialist to remove or replace your tubes. Improper removal or insertion may damage the tube and/or instrument. If you would like to remove yourself, then grasp the connector firmly. Do not pull the tubing itself, as it can become stretched and distorted. Insert finger nails into the finger nail grooves. Pull straight out. DO NOT TWIST.
POWER & VOLUME CONTROL
OFF Position
After inserting the battery, close the door completely to turn the unit on.
To turn the unit off, simply open the battery door to the first stop (click).
To help prolong battery life open the battery door each time you remove your
hearing aids.
Once the battery door is completely
shut, you will hear the unit turn on. To adjust the volume either higher or
lower use the Dual Function Rocker Switch. You will press either up or down
and quickly release the rocker switch (do not hold down). You will hear double
tones indicating the volume has been adjusted. If you do not hear the tones,
this indicates you have reached the maximum or minimum hearing volume level.
Always ensure the volume is at a comfortable listening level.
CLEANING TIP REPLACEMENT
Inserting your hearing aids for the first time can be challenging. There can
be feedback (whistling) if your hearing aids are not fully inserted so we
suggest you practice inserting them without the battery until you have
perfected this process.
Follow these steps to Insert your hearing ald:
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Grasp hearing aid between your thumb and forefinger.
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Place it over your ear as shown.
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Gently push the ear tip into the ear canal.
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Tuck the concha lock into the bowl of your ear.
When positioned correctly the hearing aid is practically invisible.
To remove the instrument, it is important to grasp the instrument itself.
Please do NOT pull on the tubing to remove the hearing aid as this can stretch
and distort the tubing and may void the warranty.
PROGRAM SELECTION
Your hearing aid features four listening
programs.
Program 1 (Lucid) is automatically selected when the hearing aid is turned on
and is the best choice for most listening situations. For special listening
situations, you have additional options.
Program 2 (Noisy) is best for loud, noisy environments.
Program 3 and 4 are available if you need customized settings based on your
hearing loss.
To change programs simply press and hold the Dual Function Rocker Switch
(either up or down) for 2 seconds. A voice prompt will announce the program
change. Press and hold again to cycle through the programs.
INSERTING HEARING AIDS
Brush wax/debris from sound port daily
The most common cause of instrument failure is wax buildup and it is the
easiest to avoid. By wiping your hearing aids, tubing, sound tip, ear tips
and/or domes with a soft, dry cloth every day and carefully removing any
traces of wax and debris, you will reduce wax buildup. Use the brush provided
to enhance your cleaning by lightly brushing the sound ports.
It is important to keep your hearing aids as clean as possible to maintain
maximum performance and durability
Tip Replacement
To clean your ear tips and domes disconnect them from the tubing and then wash
in lukewarm water with a mild detergent. Dry thoroughly before reconnecting.
While we recommend you visit your hearing specialist to replace your tips to
ensure the best fit, a tip can be changed by removing it from the sound port
and inserting a different tip. Improper replacement could result in the tip
coming off the tube and being lodged in the ear canal.
WAXSTOP INSTRUCTIONS
Removal Side
New WaxStop Side
The WaxStop is inserted in the sound tip
to prevent ear wax from damaging the hearing aid speaker. We recommend you
visit your hearing specialist to replace your WaxStop. Imprope replacement
could result in the waxstop coming off the tube and being lodged in the ear
canal. If you would like to replace it yourself, below are the instructions
for WaxStop Removal and Insertion.
WaxStop Removal: Firmly press the
removal tip into WaxSto until it clicks into place. Pull WaxStop from sound
tip.
WaxStop Insertion: Insert new
WaxStop into sound tip, pull the tool straight out. The tool will release and
the WaxStop will remain in place. Press WaxStop firmly into sound tip making
certain that is fully inserted.
WaxStops can be cleaned in hot water with a mild detergent dried thoroughly
and then reused.
ANIS SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL INSTRUCTION
About Lucid® Hearing Aids
Lucid hearing aids are highly sophisticated devices which have the capacity to
make a real impact on the overall quality of life for those who have hearing
loss.
Patented Lucid smart technology delivers natural sound quality that is
superior to traditional “compression” hearing aid technology. Powered by Lucid
hearing aids help you hear the sounds that are most important to you and
ensure they are at the most understandable and comfortable volume. Our Lucid
technology constantly analyzes your environment making automatic adjustments
to ensure you hear what you want to hear while minimizing noise and sounds you
don’t want to hear. This allows you to move from one sound environment to
another, like a one-on-one conversation and then a noisy group, without having
to make adjustments to your hearing aid settings.
While our hearing aids won’t restore your hearing to normal, you will
experience a very positive difference. These differences vary between
individuals and depend on a number of factors including your level of hearing
loss and the type of hearing aid you choose. Our Lucid Certified Hearing
Specialists are committed to fitting you with the
best device for your level of loss and unique lifestyle.
Important Hearing Aid Information
Intended Use:
A wearable sound amplifying device intended to aid adult persons with or
compensating for impaired hearing. The device (custom programmed for
individual hearing loss) must only be used by the intended person. They should
not be used by any other person as they could damage the individual’s hearing.
The instruments are not intended for infants, small children or mentally
disabled persons.
Getting Started
Helpful Hints:
- Start in quiet places with simple communication and then progress as you feel comfortable.
- Keep a positive attitude.
- Communicate any issues with your hearing care professional; they can make adjustments as necessary
- Hearing aids will not restore normal hearing and will not prevent or improve a hearing impairment resulting from organic conditions.
- In most cases infrequent use of a hearing aid does not permit a user to attain full benefit from it.
- The use of a hearing aid is only part of hearing habilitation and may need to be supplemented by auditory training and instruction in lip-reading.
General Instrument Care:
Your instruments are delicate, precision electronic devices and require
special care and handling that should be provided to such devices. Please read
and follow the listed precautions to ensure quality performance and long
instrument life
- Remove batteries when hearing instruments will not be in use for prolonged periods of time
- Do not throw or drop your instruments
- Do not immerse hearing instruments in liquid or water
- Do not wear during bathing, showering or swimming
- Store out of the reach of children and pets
- Do not expose instruments to excessive heat, such as stove top, microwave, dash board of a hot car, or hair dryer
- Do not expose the instruments to chemicals such as hair spray, insect repellent, perfume, or cosmetics.
- Do not use the product with higher volume for a long period of time, in order to avoid hearing damage. Stop using if discomfort occurs.
- Do not disassemble the device
- To avoid possible electromagnetic radiation, the devices should be removed in any high frequency, heat treatment or operation, radiotherapy and strong magnetic field environments.
- Please avoid use in a potentially explosive or dangerous situation.
- Only qualified accessories should be used with this device.
- Take off the hearing aid at night, which should be placed in stay dry jar (hearing aid specialist can supply), avoid light, high temperature, high humidity environment, or falling touch
- Please keep the surface of hearing aid clean, clean wax build up in earplugs or tips
- Please use the Dual Function Rocker Switch correctly, avoid excessive force as far as possible
Special Not e. Your hearing instruments are built with the finest quality
materials. However, in rare instances an individual may experience sensitivity
to the materials used. Please consult with your physician if you exhibit any
signs of skin irritation, allergic reaction, or accelerated accumulation of
cerumen (wax) Should you experience a sensitivity problem, please see your
hearing care provider to inquire about special hypoallergenic coatings
available to assist with these situations.
If your instrument is equipped with wireless capabilities check first before
using the hearing instrument in areas where electronics or wireless devices
are restricted such as on an airplane.
Note: Your Hearing Care Professional can perform a thorough professional
cleaning and maintenance. It is recommended that you contact your hearing care
professional at least annually for a new hearing test and a clean and check of
your device.
The average hearing aid lifespan will vary significantly due to the amount of
care provided and the use conditions.
On average the life expectancy is approximately 4 years. The lifespan of
consumable supply items will also vary significantly (i.e. wax stop, tubes).
Ask your Hearing Care Professional for recommendations on supplies,
maintenance intervals and for support.
Battery Safety Information
HEARING AID BATTERIES ARE DANGEROUS IF SWALLOWED
Keep out of the reach of children or anyone who may accidentally swallow them.
Never put batteries in your mouth for any reason. Do not store batteries in
pill containers where they may be mistaken for medication and swallowed. Use
batteries recommended by your hearing care professional. Batteries of low
quality may leak and cause bodily harm. Batteries with incorrect voltage may
cause damage to your device. Never attempt to recharge your batteries. They
may explode and cause serious injury. Do not expose your batteries to heat,
such as an open flame, microwave or oven. There is a risk that they will
explode and cause serious injury. Remove batteries when instrument is not in
use. Please discard old batteries in a safe place in accordance to local
recycling rules.
Visit http://www.poison.org/prevent/battery.asp to learn more important
information about battery safety.
If a battery or hearing instrument is swallowed, see a doctor immediately and
call the National Capital Poison Center,
202-625-3333.
Important Notice
Prospective Hearing Aid Users: Good health practice requires a person with a
hearing loss to have a medical evaluation by a licensed physician (preferably
a physician who specializes in diseases of the ear) before purchasing a
hearing aid. Licensed physicians who specialize in the diseases of the ear are
often referred to as otologists, otolaryngologists, or otorhinolaryngologists.
The purpose of a medical evaluation is to assure all medically treatable
conditions that may affect the hearing are identified and treated before the
hearing aid is purchased. Following the medical evaluation, the physician will
give you a written statement stating your hearing loss has been medically
evaluated and you may be considered a candidate for a hearing aid. The
physician will refer you to an audiologist or a hearing aid dispenser, as
appropriate, for a hearing aid evaluation.
The audiologist or hearing aid dispenser will conduct a hearing aid evaluation
to assess your ability to hear with and without a hearing aid. The hearing aid
evaluation will enable the audiologist or dispenser to select and fit a hearing
aid to your individual needs.
If you have reservations about your ability to adapt to amplification, you
should inquire about the availability of a trial-rental or purchase-option
program. Many hearing aid dispensers now offer programs that permit you to
wear a hearing aid for a period of time for a nominal fee after which you may
decide if you want to purchase the hearing aid. Federal law restricts the sale
of hearing aids to those individuals who have obtained a medical evaluation
from a
licensed physician.
Federal law permits a fully informed adult to sign a waiver statement
declining the medical evaluation for religious or personal beliefs that
preclude consultation which a physician. The exercise of the waiver is not in
your best interest and its use is strongly discouraged.
Troubleshooting Guide
| ISSUE | POSSIBLE CAUSE | SOLUTIONS |
|---|
Feedback, Whistling,
Chirping or Whirling| Ear Wax accumulation in ear canal and/or sound port|
Clean sound port and/or have ears checked and cleaned by a physician
Aid improperly inserted| Insert hearing aids properly
“Dead” or No Sound| Microphone opening and/or sound port clogged with wax,
moisture or debris| Clean microphone opening and/or sound port
Dead battery| Replace battery
Hearing aids are not inserted properly| Insert hearing aids properly
Intermittent Beeping| Weak battery| Replace battery
Fades or Intermittent Sound| Moisture clogged microphone opening| Purchase and
use a drying kit
If you experience any problems with your instruments that you are unable to
resolve at the place of purchase, contact Hearing Lab Technology, LLC.
(contact information on back) for assistance. Please do not attempt to make
repairs yourself. Doing so could cause additional damage and will void any
warranties.
Disposal of Instruments
** Waste from electronic equipment must be handled according to local
regulations.
Environmental Conditions
During transport or storage, the temperatures should not exceed the limit
value of -25 to 70°C. (-13 to 158°F) 0 to 90%, 700hPa to 1060hPa. Battery
should be removed from the device while transporting or storing.
Operating Condition: your hearing instruments are designed to operate beyond
the rand of temperature comfortable to you, from very cold up to 40°C (104°F).
Manufactured By:
Sound Quest, LLC
806 Beaver Street
Bristol, PA 19007 USA
215-785-5437
Distributed By:
Lucid Hearing
Holding Company, LLC
PO Box 535596
Grand Prairie, TX 75053
A-Series Models: 1460/1462/1465/1466, 2460/2462/2465/2466,
3460/3462/3465/3466, 4460/ 4462/ 4465/ 4466, 5460/5462/5465/5466,
7460/7462/7465/7466
U-Series Models: 1560/1562/1565/1566, 2560/2562/2565/2566, 3560/
3562/3565/3566, 4560/ 4562/ 4565/ 4566,
5560/5562/5565/5566/5570/5572/5575/5576, 7560/7562/7565/7566
Model No. Last Digit= 0 Supplied with Standard RITE Tube
Model No. Last Digit= 2 Supplied with Power RITE Tube
Model No. Last Digit= 5 Supplied with HiFit 110 RITE Tube
Model No. Last Digit= 6 Supplied with HiFit 125 RITE Tube
FCC ID: 2AC2WSQ-U56
FCC Regulator Statements
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:** THE GRANTEE IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT
EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY THE PARTY RESPONSIBLE FOR COMPLIANCE SUCH MODIFICATIONS
COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.
Transport & Storage| |
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Operational Conditions| 0 to 90%
700hPa to 1060 hPa| 15-90%RH non-condensing 700hPa to 1060 hPa
IP22
Protection against dripping water at all angles
Protection against objects ≥ 12.5 mm in diameter
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