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connect to other audio sources such as a stereo or
television. You will need to purchase the direct audio
input system and a connector cord from your hearing
healthcare professional before you can connect to
external audio sources.
DAI can also be used to fit your hearing instruments with
an assistive listening device, such as a FM system, which
you may purchase to improve listening in difficult
situations.
Note: If your hearing instruments are the small BTE style
that requires size 10 batteries (Moda), your hearing
instruments are not compatible with direct audio input,
MicroLink MLx or an FM system. However, hearing
instruments that use size 13 batteries are compatible.
Refer to your battery package for the size of your hearing
instrument batteries or consult with your hearing
healthcare professional for more information.
Listening Over Distance
Your Element hearing instruments may be compatible
with Phonak’s MicroLink
™
Receiver Module, a wireless FM
system that improves listening over distance. The MLx FM
receiver module connects to the direct audio input
system and is powered by the hearing instrument battery.
Using FM and Infrared Systems
Some FM systems consist of a teleloop worn around the
neck, which is connected to the FM receiver worn on a belt
