HIMSA Portable Noahlink Wireless Hearing Aid User Guide
- June 13, 2024
- HIMSA
Table of Contents
Noahlink Wireless 2
User Guide
Version 2520-1001
Intended Use
Congratulations on your Noahlink Wireless which will allow you to connect and
fit wireless hearing instruments, without the use of an intermediate device,
using easy plug-and-play functionality.
Carefully read this user guide to fully benefit from the Noahlink Wireless.
Ask your local hearing instrument manufacturer if you have any questions.
Warning : Do not attempt to use Noahlink Wireless together with fitting
software not specifically supporting the device. Noahlink Wireless can co-
exist with other hearing instrument programming interfaces (e.g. Hi-PRO,
NOAHlink) on the same PC.
Noahlink Wireless is intended to enable a hearing instrument fitter to
wirelessly adjust the settings of wireless hearing instruments. The primary
function of the Noahlink Wireless programming interface is to transfer
information signals between a PC installed with fitting software and wireless
hearing instruments.
For your safety, carefully read the chapter Safety & Compliance.
Safety & Compliance
2.1 Compliance
Noahlink Wireless has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC and ICES-003 of the IC
rules. Furthermore, it has been tested against the standards set by the Radio
Equipment Directive of the European Union, showing compliance with the
following standards:
- Health & Safety: EN 62368-1:2014 + AC:2015 + A11:2017
- EMC: EN 301 489-1 V2.2.3; EN 301 489-17 V3.2.4
- SPECTRUM: EN 300 328 v2.2
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. Changes
or modifications can void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Find the full text of the EU DoC and country approval certificates at
www.himsa.com.
2.2 Technical Specifications
| Operating range: | 10 feet (3 meters) |
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| Power supply: | Powered by USB 5V maximum 100 mA |
| Wireless: | 2.4 GHz |
| Operating temperature: | 0 to 55 C |
| Storage temperature: | -20 to 60 C |
| Cable: | Should only be used with the provided USB cable or a similar quality |
USB cable
2.2.1 Temperature test, transport and storage information
The product is subjected to various tests in temperature and damp heating
cycling between -25 C and +70 C according to internal and industry standards.
2.3 General Warnings
- Keep this device out of reach of children under 3 years of age.
- Noahlink Wireless uses low-powered digitally-coded transmissions in order to communicate with other wireless devices. Although unlikely, nearby electronic devices may be affected. In that case, move Noahlink Wireless away from the affected electronic device.
- If Noahlink Wireless is affected by electromagnetic interference, move the Noahlink Wireless away from the source of interference.
- Noahlink Wireless must not be used for any other purpose than for hearing instrument fitting.
2.4 General Precautions
- Your hearing instrument and this device are given a unique communication network code during the fitting. This ensures that the device will not affect hearing instruments worn by others.
- High-powered electronic equipment, larger electronic installations and metallic structures may significantly reduce the operating range.
- Do not make any changes or modifications to this device.
- Do not use Noahlink Wireless in areas where RF transmission is prohibited, e.g. airplanes.
- Only connect Noahlink Wireless to connections for which it is explicitly intended.
2.5 Maintenance & Care
- Cleaning the Noahlink Wireless is usually not necessary. If needed, use a soft, dry cloth.
- If service is required please return the Noahlink Wireless to your local sales representative or manufacturer. Do not attempt to open the device. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
2.6 Warranty
The Noahlink Wireless programming interface is covered by a limited warranty
issued by the manufacturer for a period of 12 months from the date of original
purchase. Please notice that extended warranties may apply in your country.
Please contact your
local hearing instrument manufacture. Be aware of information marked with the
warning symbol:
WARNING points out a situation that could lead to serious injuries.
CAUTION indicates a situation that could lead to minor and moderate
injuries. Advice and tips on how to handle your device better.
Equipment includes RF transmitter.
Product is a Type B applied part.
Please ask your local hearing care professional concerning disposal of your
accessory.
Any issues relating to RED 2014/53/EU or R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EEC should be
directed to HIMSA II K/S, Lyngbyvej 28, 1.th., DK-2100 Copenhagen Ø, Denmark.
Description
- Right side light indicator.
- Left side light indicator.
- USB-C port for power and communication with the fitting software.
Getting Started – Installation
Note : To ensure the best possible operation of the Noahlink Wireless
always make sure it is placed out in the open with a clear line-ofsight
between the Noahlink Wireless and the hearing instruments to be fitted.
Noahlink Wireless is a USB plug-and-play programming interface enabling you to
wirelessly fit hearing Instruments from licensed manufacturers. For a complete
list of hearing instrument manu- facturers who use Noahlink Wireless, visit
www.himsa.com.
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Before you connect Noahlink Wireless make sure that you have the approriate fitting software installed. The Noahlink Wireless driver is installed during fitting software installation.
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After successful fitting software installation attach Noahlink Wireless to any USB port on the PC using the supplied USB cable. A 2-3 second solid green light indication will confirm that Noahlink Wireless is powered.
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Performing a wireless fitting can sometimes be challenged due to number of factors related to equipment setup, and the physical layout of the fitting environment.
▪ Place Noahlink Wireless on the table with a clear line-of- sight to the hearing instruments, which should be within a range of 10 feet (3 metres).
▪ Avoid placing the Noahlink Wireless in a USB hub with other USB devices (e.g. Bluetooth dongle), as this can decrease the efficiency of the Noahlink Wireless.
▪ When fitting hearing instruments inside a sound booth place the Noahlink Wireless inside or close to the booth.
▪ It is recommended not to use USB cables between the Noahlink Wireless and the PC exceeding a length of 10 feet (3 metres). -
You are now ready to start fitting wireless hearing instruments.
Tips For Optimal Wireless Fitting
5.1 Let the battery breathe/oxygenize before inserting
When performing a wireless fitting, always use new batteries or newly
recharged hearing instruments. The most common type of hearing instrument
batteries are zinc-air. These types of batteries are activated by the oxygen
in the air. By removing the small sticker from the battery, oxygen activates
the battery. Because oxygen must pass through fine holes and a filter, the
oxygen is absorbed slowly.
Therefore, it is important to wait 2 full minutes after removing the battery
sticker and before inserting the battery and closing the battery door on the
hearing instrument. If inserted prematurely, the battery may not absorb enough
oxygen to properly power the hearing instrument.’ 5.2 Entering fitting
mode
When connecting the hearing instruments to the fitting software make sure to
always bring the hearing instruments into “Fitting mode” by rebooting them.
For hearing instruments with removable battery this is done by opening and
closing the battery door of the hearing instrument one time. For rechargable
hearing instruments removins the instrument from the charging cradle will
bring it into fitting mode.
By doing so it is possible for the fitting software to discover and
communicate with the hearing instruments.
Note: If a hearing instrument is accidently put into flight mode where all
wireless operation is disabled, just open and close the battery door again.
After 10 seconds wireless operation is resumed. Keep the battery door closed
for an additional 15 seconds after wireless operation has been resumed before
opening and closing the battery door again. Opening and closing the battery
door within 15 seconds will put the hearing instrument into flight mode again.
For more information about Flight Mode please refer to the relevant wireless
hearing instrument user guide.
After having completed the fitting make sure to open and close the battery
door to reboot the instruments saving all settings. 
5.3 Optimize the wireless fitting environment
Even if all of the previous mentioned tips are followed, the stability of the
fitting connections may be impacted by interference from other wireless
sources in the environment. Interference may cause data transfer issues, slow
connectivity or loss of connections to the hearing instruments entirely.
Interference in the wireless fitting environment should, therefore, be
minimized or avoided if possible by following the guidelines below:
- Minimize number of interfering wireless sources. Wireless ac- tivity from sources like WLAN, mobile phones and streamers should be minimized as much as possible. Even though the wireless protocol technology supports three audio streaming devices it is recommended to have no more than one streaming device (e.g. TV streamer) active while performing wireless fitting.
- Keep interfering wireless sources away from the fitting area. If interfering devices such as WLAN and streamers cannot be turned off during wireless fitting it is recommended to place these devices a minimum of 6 feet (2 meters) away from the hearing instruments and the Noahlink Wireless, ensuring that they are not between the Noahlink Wireless and the hearing instruments.
Compatibility
Please refer to the HIMSA website at www.himsa.com for the latest Noahlink Wireless compatibility requirements.
Light Indicators (LED)
The Light indicators at the top of the Noahlink Wireless serve as a multipurpose user interface, providing connectivity status and activity of the programming interface.
| LED Blinks | Meaning |
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| Start up. Noahlink Wireless attached to PC USB port. | |
| Fitting software launched and connected to Noahlink |
Wireless
| Hearing instrument(s) connected to Noahlink Wireless
| Data being transferred between instruments and fitting
software
| Hearing instruments disconnected
| Running Noahlink Wireless Test Mode*
*Test Mode – Running the test mode the system checks if it can see the Noahlink Wireless by asking for the version number.
Troubleshooting Guide
| Symptom | Cause | Possible Remedy |
|---|---|---|
| Noahlink Wireless not found | No Noahlink Wireless inserted in the PC’s USB | |
| port. | Insert Noahlink Wireless activating a 2-3 second solid green light |
confirming that Noahlink Wireless is powered. Launch the fitting software if
not already launched.
No Connection| The USB port(s) in your PC have no power.| Not a Noahlink
Wireless issue. PC service is required.
No Noahlink Wireless attached to the PC’s USB port.| Insert Noahlink Wireless
activating a 2-3 second solid green light confirming that Noahlink Wireless is
powered. Launch the fitting software if not already launched.
Obstacles between the Noahlink Wireless and the hearing instruments block the
wireless signal.| Place Noahlink Wireless in line-of-sight of the hearing
instruments.
The Noahlink Wireless is placed too far away from the hearing instruments.|
Move Noahlink Wireless closer to the hearing instruments.
Hearing instrument low battery.| Always use fresh zinc-air batteries, which
have not expired. Remove the sticker from the battery and let the battery
breathe for 2 minutes before inserting and starting up the fitting.
Unstable/Lost Connection| Obstacles between the Noahlink Wireless and the
hearing instruments block the wireless signal.| Place the Noahlink Wireless in
line-of-sight of the hearing instruments.
The Noahlink Wireless is placed too far away from the hearing instruments.|
Move the Noahlink Wireless closer to the hearing
instruments.
A 2.4 GHz cordless telephone, a WLAN access point or another wireless device
is powered or in use near to the fitting station doing wireless fitting with
Noahlink Wireless.| Minimize the number of interfering wireless sources or
move them away from the fitting area.
Use a phone that is not 2.4 GHz.
Noahlink Wireless is sharing power source with one or more USB
harddisks, resulting in Noahlink
Wireless not having the required power available.| Remove the USB harddisk or
use a powered USB hub to insure the required power. Lack of power is only an
issue with USB harddisks which are very power-consuming.
Country Approvals
An updated list of country approvals can be found at www.himsa.com.
HIMSA II K/S
Lyngbyvej 28, 1.th.
DK-2100 Copenhagen Ø, Denmark
Tel.: +45 39 16 22 00
Documents / Resources
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HIMSA Portable Noahlink Wireless Hearing
Aid
[pdf] User Guide
Portable Noahlink Wireless Hearing Aid, Noahlink Wireless Hearing Aid,
Wireless Hearing Aid, Hearing Aid, Aid
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References
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