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Guides for the equipment available for checkout at St. Olaf College.

LibKey Nomad

Librarian

Hearing Assist Receiver

Features

  • The set includes a receiver, batteries, headphones (earphones are available upon request), and a neckloop telecoil coupler
  • Ideal for assistive listening and language interpretation in spaces such as conference rooms, classrooms, small cinema/theaters
  • Neckloop telecoil coupler is compatible with hearing aids equipped with a T-coil switch. 3.5 mm jack 

Set-Up

  • Ensure that two AA batteries are in the receiver
  • Plug the provided headphones or connect the neck loop telecoil coupler to your hearing aids
  • Locate the scroller at the top of the device and adjust the volume from 1 to 5
    • The red light underneath the power symbol will indicate that the receiver is on
  • Place the receiver around your neck using the provided strap and you should be all set

Using the Neckloop Telecoil Coupler

  • There should be a manual included with the neckloop but if you cannot find it then follow these instructions
    • Place the neck loop over your head and around your neck
    • Adjust the cord lock to a comfortable position; this helps keep the neck loop in optimal position for coupling with your hearing aid
    • Plug the neck loop into the 3.5mm jack on the receiver and set the volume control to "3" to about half of full volume
    • Turn the switch on your hearing aid to the "T"  position and adjust the volume for comfortable listening
    • If the sound I weak, increase the volume on the receiver, then on your hearing aid
  • The neck loop features an integrated safety breakaway device that will disconnect the neck loop from the user if it becomes entangled with an object in motion