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1 Radio Aid Systems Radio Aid Systems from Connevans For children and young people with a hearing loss, listening in noisy and poor acoustic environments is particularly challenging. It is difficult, tiring and can have a significant impact on their learning and educational achievements. It has long been established that Radio Aids offer the best and most practical way of improving the signal-to-noise ratio and therefore speech intelligibility for deaf children. For many years Connevans has been at the forefront of developing and promoting the use of radio aids. We are proud to have manufactured and supplied high quality radio aids to several generations of deaf young people and to have played our part in ensuring they have the opportunity to participate fully in school and to meet their potential. We continue to supply the latest in radio aid technology and be experts in this field. How can a Radio Aid Help In busy, noisy classrooms or when the teacher is more than an arm s length away, hearing aid users may find that the background noise level is as loud as the teacher s voice. In addition poor acoustic environments, particularly reverberant (echoey) classrooms, mean that understanding speech is particularly difficult and tiring. A radio aid greatly improves the user s listening experience by delivering the sound they wish to hear directly to their hearing aids, unaffected by noise, distance and reverberation. How is a Radio Aid used? Radio aids work with the user s hearing aid or cochlear implant processor. The user wears a receiver while a transmitter with a microphone is worn by the person speaking. The system is wireless, can be worn discreetly and can be taken from room to room, or even used outdoors. When a radio aid is working well, the user should find that the teacher s voice, at a distance in a noisy classroom will sound just as if they are standing close to them in a nice quiet space. With a radio aid, users no longer feel excluded from discussions or risk missing essential information. They are able to focus less of their energy on listening and more on learning and understanding. Are Radio Aids suitable for everyone? Anyone of any age who benefits from wearing their hearing aids or cochlear implant particularly if they are able to understand speech without total reliance on lip reading can benefit from using a radio aid. Using a radio aid with headphones can also benefit people who have difficulty listening and concentrating in noisy situations, such as those with auditory processing disorder (APD). 12

2 Radio Aid Systems Connevans offers a comprehensive range of Radio Aid systems When you choose a radio aid from Connevans, you can be confident you will have the right solution for your particular needs and for the situations in which you wish to use it. Connevans are experts in the use, recommendation and supply of radio aid systems and we are here to help you decide which system will be best suited to you. Below we give an overview of the systems we offer but if you have any questions or queries, our Customer Services Team will be more than happy to help. Connevans fmgenie The fmgenie is designed and manufactured by us in Surrey! It has unrivalled sound quality, advanced user features and a superb range of accessories to support and extend system use. fmgenie The fmgenie is a multichannel system with very long battery life, LCD status display, excellent range and a Team Teaching facility. Its reliability, durability and ease of management have long made it a popular choice in education, particularly for younger children in primary settings. It is also widely used by students at university and by adults in the workplace due to its superior sound quality. fmgenie p14-33 Phonak Roger We are very pleased to work closely with Phonak, world leaders in the field of hearing aid and wireless technology, to offer their Roger digital radio aid system. Roger offers excellent speech quality. Designed to be simple to use, Roger transmitters and receivers are connected at the press of a button and there is no need to worry about changing radio channels. Roger X receivers Phonak universal ear level receivers are very small and discreet with high visual appeal. Integrated receivers are also available for most Phonak hearing aids and some cochlear implants. Roger inspiro transmitter The Roger inspiro transmitter with its lapel microphone is the natural choice for users in education. The clear display and menu structure makes it easy for teachers to check and manage the system. It can also be used in a MultiTalker Network for Team Teaching scenarios. Roger Pen and EasyPen transmitters There is a choice of Roger Transmitters designed with the needs of teenagers and adults in mind. The Roger EasyPen transmitter is very straightforward to use. Its microphone settings adjust automatically when used in one-to-one or group situations, making it a good choice for older pupils in school. The Roger Pen additionally offers Bluetooth connectivity and manual microphone settings and is popular with students in further and higher education. Phonak p Prices exclude P&P Telephone Issue 52 Shop online Information sales@connevans.com Connevans 13

3 1a fmgenie Radio Aid Systems fmgenie Communication for life The Connevans fmgenie, the best quality body-worn radio aid system available Ready to go out of the box No programming software required Multichannel Lots of systems on a site with 35 UK legal frequencies Connevans 50 Established years Superb sound quality And unique variable frequency response Universal compatibility With all hearing aids, CIs & BAHAs Digital display Reassurance from screen on both transmitter & receiver Operating Range Unbeaten and reliable up to 100m Battery Battery life of a school week Unrivalled Support Fantastic, friendly and approachable back up from Connevans Sturdy Robust & built to last made in UK The inside story of the fmgenie... Do you ever wish you could talk directly to the people who designed a product? Would you like a hotline to a technical team who know all the answers? Well with the fmgenie you can! The fmgenie is designed, made, dispatched and supported by Connevans. Meet some of the team involved... Gareth heads the creative team which designed the fmgenie. Ken keeps an eye on Bertha, our robot, as she assembles the fmgenie s digital electronics. The fmgenie family! Atul works on the final stages of fmgenie production. All fmgenies are thoroughly tested by Rob & Linda before they are finished. Wendy in stores looks after the finished fmgenies while Tony & the packing team make sure they reach you safe and sound. You don t have to be technical to talk to us! Richard and all our expert support team are really helpful and friendly. Do you have an fmgenie question? Then do call us on or info@connevans.com 14

4 fmgenie Radio Aid Systems 1a Top 10 reasons to choose an fmgenie system The fmgenie is designed and manufactured with care and pride by the Connevans Team in Surrey We re there to support all our fmgenie customers for the long-term; spares, accessories and servicing are always available and our team of specialists will be there whenever you need them to answer your questions & queries. The best performance The fmgenie sounds superb! It has an excellent audio frequency response (better than 70Hz to 11KHz) and one of the longest operating ranges of any radio aid system. Long battery life The fmgenie will operate for around 40 hours on one charge there s no need to worry about the batteries running out before the end of the day. Flexibility There is a wide choice of microphones, wearing options, neckloops, leads and headphones, so you can have a system that meets your exact needs. You re in control Older users very often appreciate the fmgenie volume controls which allow you to adjust the sound level to suit you. Uniquely the fmgenie receiver also has treble and bass tone controls, so you can even fine tune the sound quality to your individual preference. (For younger children the controls can be locked to prevent them being accidentally adjusted.) Reliability The fmgenie is designed to withstand the rigours of everyday life, and busy schooldays in particular. Teachers know they can trust fmgenie systems to keep working well in situations where other products are much more likely to be lost or damaged. Connectivity Many people choose an fmgenie system because it can be so easily integrated with other equipment they need to use at home, school or work; including TVs, computers, smartboards and phones. Our workplace telephone packages in particular are widely used across the UK and are often cited as the reason why people are able to continue in a role that they otherwise may have found difficult or impossible. Record for later It is very straightforward to connect your fmgenie to a voice recorder or laptop and record high quality audio to listen to later. This is a really useful facility for many university students with the lecturer s permission of course! Multichannel operation Changing channels on the fmgenie is very easy and systems can be used on up to 35 different channels simultaneously, great where there are many fmgenie users on one site. Checking and Testing fmgenie transmitters and receivers have a clear status display which tells you at a glance how the system is working. They also have facilities to make checking and testing very easy especially important when working with young children, who can t give you this feedback themselves. For detailed information including Customer Testimonials, User Instructions and Quick Guides please visit our information website The fm genie system is the best system I've used to date and I have been very impressed by its flexibility, ease of set up and quality of reception Peter D Prices exclude P&P Telephone Issue 52 Shop online Information sales@connevans.com Connevans 15

5 1a fmgenie Radio Aid Systems fmgenie System packages As you can see over the following pages, we ve put together some system packages which make ordering an fmgenie simple and straightforward. Each bundle includes all of the bits you need, excluding any hearing aid specific connections. Some bundles are more suited to particular situations, for example the Direct Input package (QFMG3) is most popular in schools, while users at work generally prefer our Call Centre system (QFMG12) which includes the interface for an office telephone. We would recommend adding a training session for all Disabled Students Allowance and Access to Work situations, to really help you get the most from the equipment (see page 23). Once you have picked which system you need, you may want to add extra functions with an Add-on accessory pack see pages Below each package we have suggested some popular accessory packs for you to consider. Additional warranty is available for all of the system packages. Should you require help with choosing an fmgenie system: Please contact Richard Vaughan or John Popplestone. fmgenie packages recommended for: Direct input fmgenie system QFMG3 For someone using direct input hearing aids. Includes: fmgenie transmitter set with microphone pack, fmgenie receiver set with direct input V lead, wearing options, storage pouch, listening test kit, batteries, charger and instructions. All you need to add are the appropriate connecting shoes, which are specific to the make and model of hearing aid. Cochlear implant fmgenie system QFMG7 For someone using cochlear implants or BAHAs. Includes: fmgenie transmitter set with microphone pack, fmgenie receiver set, wearing options, storage pouch, test headset, batteries, charger and instructions. All you need to add is the appropriate connecting lead for the cochlear implant processor or BAHA. QFMG3W White QFMG3 Graphite Please note, this package does not include shoes these must be purchased separately, see Section 2. QFMG7W QFMG7 White Graphite Please note, this package does not include the BAHA or cochlear implant processor lead these must be purchased separately, see Section 1c. For full list of contents for each package and lots of additional information, please visit our website and search for the part number Popular Add-on Accessory packs: see pages Many people who bought one of these packages were also interested in: fmgpack 1b TV scart fmgpack 9 Conference Microphone 16

6 fmgenie Radio Aid Systems 1a DSA Student fmgenie system QFMG13 For someone using a neck loop with their hearing aid on the loop program plus a conference microphone for tutorials and a voice recorder for lectures. Includes: fmgenie transmitter set with microphone pack, fmgenie receiver set with neckloop and microphone pack, conference microphone pack wearing options, storage pouch, listening test kit, batteries, charger, instructions, digital voice recorder and leads. T 2 Year warranty Terms & Conditions Connevans offers a two year warranty from date of purchase for fmgenie transmitters and receivers. The warranty covers malfunction due to defect in materials and workmanship. These warranty conditions are in addition to Connevans standard terms & conditions and are in addition to your statutory rights which remain unaffected. This warranty includes the main fmgenie transmitters and receivers only. Warranty does not cover use of incorrect batteries, cosmetic appearance or failure due to misuse, abuse or failing to follow the manufacturer s instructions. Repairs performed by someone other than Connevans staff or a Connevans-trained Technician will void this warranty. For chargeable repairs, an official purchase order (for credit account customers) or payment in advance will be required before the equipment is returned. This warranty does not include site visits. Equipment should be returned to Connevans for inspection and repair or replacement. The cost of return is the responsibility of the customer. Connevans naturally accepts no responsibility for loss of or damage to a customer s parcel until it has been safely received at our factory. Customers are advised to return equipment adequately packed and covered by appropriate insurance. Packing material is available for purchase if required. When returning equipment under this two year warranty a completed fmgenie Repairs Form must be included. Copies available from We reserve the right to make a charge for processing and returning equipment which is found not to be faulty upon inspection. Additional warranty may be purchased at the time of the equipment sale, for years 3 & 4 see below. QFMG13W White QFMG13 Graphite Popular Add-on Accessory packs: see pages Many people who bought one of these packages were also interested in: On-Site User Training fmgpack 2 Multimedia Year 3 & Year 4 Extended Warranties All fmgenie transmitters & receivers are supplied with a two year manufacturer's warranty as standard! Beyond the usual two years warranty, Connevans offers the option to purchase up to two added warranty years for parts and labour on the main equipment please note that leads, batteries, chargers etc. are regarded as consumables and are not included. NOTE: Extended warranty must be purchased at the time of equipment sale or within two weeks of equipment sale. Extended warranty for fmgenie transmitter ZX110Y3 Year ZX110Y4 Years 3 & For full list of contents for each package and lots of additional information, please visit our website and search for the part number. Extended warranty for fmgenie receiver ZX121Y3 Year ZX121Y4 Years 3 & Prices exclude P&P Telephone Issue 52 Shop online Information sales@connevans.com Connevans 17

7 1a fmgenie Radio Aid Systems fmgenie Team Teaching facility The fmgenie dual channel facility is referred to by some people as a 'Team Teaching' facility. The dual channel facility operates by allowing the user to 'toggle' between two transmitter channels we believe that listening to one transmitter at a time is preferable to mixing the sound from two transmitters, which could cause confusion in many situations. Once the facility is activated, the user uses the or keys to quickly and easily change between the two transmitter channels. The two chosen channels may be any from the available set. There are 3 prime uses for the fmgenie dual channel team teaching facility: 1. fmgenie users with a classroom assistant Both the teacher and the classroom assistant wear transmitters on different channels. If possible we recommend for the classroom assistant to use a headworn microphone. Teacher or soundfield rebroadcast: channel A 2. fmgenie users watching AV/multimedia presentations Multimedia sound is increasingly used in teaching. Using two transmitters, one for the tutor and the other connected to the multimedia sound source, the fmgenie user can easily choose which transmitter to listen to. Multimedia: channel B The fmgenie user listens to the teacher/soundfield and then can choose to listen to the classroom assistant alone. Classroom assistant: channel B Teacher: channel A If the classroom is fitted with a soundfield system, one channel may be used to listen to the soundfield rebroadcast (see section 5) while the other is used to listen to the classroom assistant. 3. In group discussion Two fmgenie transmitters (used with their internal microphones) may be handed around the group and chosen in turn by the fmgenie user. Main speaker: channel A Passed round group: channel B What do you need to be able to make use of team teaching? The only extra equipment required, in addition to the fmgenie system, is a second transmitter it really is as simple as that! Please see page 21 for an additional transmitter set. Full information and instructions are available at 18

8 fmgenie Radio Aid Systems 1a fmgenie packages recommended for: Home & Leisure An fmgenie system can enable you to enjoy all aspects of everyday life from conversations with family and friends at home, car journeys and shopping expeditions, to local committee meetings and evening classes. A neckloop system is particularly straightforward to use and will work with any hearing aids or cochlear implants that have a loop program and a conference microphone will help you participate fully in group discussions. When you choose an fmgenie system, you can be confident that you are choosing a product that will give you excellent sound quality and performance for many years, backed up by Connevans renowned expertise and support. Neck loop fmgenie system QFMG2 For someone using a neck loop with their hearing aid on the loop program. Includes: fmgenie transmitter set with microphone pack, fmgenie receiver set with neckloop and microphone pack, wearing options, storage pouch, listening test kit, batteries, charger and instructions. Neck loop fmgenie system with conference microphone QFMG4N For someone using a neck loop with their hearing aid on the loop program plus a conference microphone for use in group situations. Includes: fmgenie transmitter set with microphone pack, fmgenie receiver set with neckloop and microphone pack, conference microphone pack wearing options, storage pouch, listening test kit, batteries, charger and instructions. T T QFMG2W White QFMG2 Graphite QFMG4NW White QFMG4N Graphite For full list of contents for each package and lots of additional information, please visit our website and search for the part number. Popular Add-on Accessory packs: see pages Many people who bought one of these packages were also interested in: fmgpack 1c TV digital fmgpack 4b Telephone Prices exclude P&P Telephone Issue 52 Shop online Information sales@connevans.com Connevans 19

9 1a fmgenie Radio Aid Systems fmgenie packages recommended for: Work & Business At Connevans we have many years of experience providing equipment to support deaf and hard of hearing people at work. In many cases, the right technology can literally make the difference between staying in your chosen job or not. Calling all Assessors for Access to Work (ATW) and Disabled Students Allowance (DSA)! Assessors are very often dealing with a diverse range of disabilities and therefore cannot be expected to be experts in every field they are expert in assessing where the user needs assistance from technology. Connevans specialises in equipment for deaf and hard of hearing people and are very happy to discuss individual needs with assessors so that together we can ensure that the correct equipment is provided. Please speak to Richard or John if you would like to discuss equipment prior to or following an assessment visit. To request a quotation for equipment, please quotes@connevans.com ATW Call Centre fmgenie system QFMG12 For someone using a neck loop with their hearing aid on the loop program plus a handsfree telephone pack. A complete handsfree telephone solution for hearing aid users who struggle to make and receive calls in noisy call centre and office environments. The package is compatible with virtually all telephone systems, both analogue and digital and is suitable for hearing aid and cochlear implant users. This unique Connevans solution, often provided through the Access to Work Scheme, is widely used across the UK and is frequently cited as the reason why people are able to continue in a role that they otherwise may have found difficult or impossible. Includes: fmgenie transmitter set with T microphone pack, fmgenie receiver set with neckloop and microphone pack, handsfree telephone pack, wearing options, storage pouch, listening test kit, batteries, charger and instructions. QFMG12W White QFMG12 Graphite For full list of contents for each package and lots of additional information, please visit our website and search for the part number. Popular Add-on Accessory packs: see pages Many people who bought this package were also interested in: On-Site User Training fmgpack 9 Conference Microphone Connevans 7 Day Service Promise Connevans radio aid equipment will give you many years of improved hearing. At some point during that time it may need repairing or servicing... but do not think that you will be sending it off not to see it again for weeks! Our servicing department has an excellent reputation and repairs are always carried out as quickly as possible. In fact, we are so confident that we can do the work inside a week that we make the following promise... On normally chargeable radio aid repairs, should your Connevans fmgenie radio aid be on our premises for more than one working week no charge will be made. See Terms & Conditions at back of catalogue for full details including repair warranty. 20

10 fmgenie Radio Aid Systems 1a Neck loop fmgenie system with conference microphone QFMG4N For someone using a neck loop with their hearing aid on the loop program plus a conference microphone for use in meeting situations. Includes: fmgenie transmitter set with microphone pack, fmgenie receiver set with neckloop and microphone pack, conference microphone pack wearing options, storage pouch, listening test kit, batteries, charger and instructions. T Additional Transmitter set FMGQ9 To enhance the use of your fmgenie system you can add a second transmitter to utilise the fmgenie receiver dual channel facility. A second fmgenie transmitter for use by a second speaker, or connection to a TV ideal for use in large meetings, or for audio visual presentations. In education this pack is very effective for use by a learning support assistant. Start with your choice of fmgenie system, then add this pack. Includes: fmgenie transmitter set with microphone pack, radio aid carry pouch, belt pouch, batteries, charger, TV scart pack and instructions QFMG4NW White QFMG4N Graphite QFMG9W QFMG9 White Graphite fmgenie system for lending to visitors QFMG5 An fmgenie radio aid system to offer a provision as required by the Equality Act (DDA) for a visiting hearing aid user using their hearing aid on the loop program. An fmgenie system which provides a very flexible provision for visiting hearing aid users. The equipment can be used with ease in one to one situations, lectures, tours or site visits. Includes: fmgenie transmitter set, fmgenie receiver set with neckloop, wearing options, storage pouch, headphones, alkaline batteries and instructions. T QFMG5W White QFMG5 Graphite For full list of contents for each package and lots of additional information, please visit our website and search for the part number. Popular Add-on Accessory packs: see pages Many people who bought this package were also interested in: On-Site User Training fmgpack 4b Telephone Prices exclude P&P Telephone Issue 52 Shop online Information sales@connevans.com Connevans 21

11 1a fmgenie Radio Aid Systems fmgenie System Add-on Accessory Packs You can easily add extra functionality to your fmgenie with these add-on accessory packs. Information sheets for these add-on packs are available for free download from To purchase fmgenie system packages online, visit fmg Pack 1b: TV scart Allows you to plug an fmgenie transmitter directly into the TV. Includes inline SCART to phono splitter (MXT114H) and the lead to fit the transmitter (MXA121BA) and instruction sheet. FMG9PK01B fmg Pack 1c: TV Digital Allows you to plug an fmgenie transmitter directly into a TV that has a digital sound output. Some recent televisions do not have traditional SCART or analogue audio output connections, making this pack essential when you wish to connect to an fmgenie or other radio aid transmitter. The pack includes an adaptor with both coaxial and optical digital audio input sockets, with a switch to select between the two. Also includes a 1m optical Toslink cable, a 0.5m coaxial digital audio cable and a phono lead to fit the fmgenie transmitter FMG9PK01C fmg Pack 2: Multimedia/audio This pack will allow to you connect to a wide range of multimedia & audio equipment. Includes an fmgenie transmitter input adaptor (FMG81) plus a pack of assorted leads to fit most requirements (FMG81PK2) and instruction sheet. FMG9PK fmg Pack 4b: Telephone use with a handset at home With this pack, the phone conversation from your corded phone can be fed directly into your hearing aid via the fmgenie system. This useful little gizmo is connected to the curly cord lead between the telephone handset and the base unit. The 2.5mm jack then plugs into the fmgenie microphone socket. FMG9PK04B fmg Pack 3: Digital voice recorder For continuous recording of over 1000 hours of lectures and meetings with excellent recording quality a really useful add on for a student in higher education. Direct Input pack FMG9PK03G While you are listening to a lecture or a meeting with your fmgenie, you could be recording it at the same time to review later and make sure you don't miss anything important. The voice recorder in this pack also leaves you free to concentrate on the speaker rather than worrying about taking notes. Once recorded, you can listen directly to the files on the voice recorder via the direct input lead, neckloop or headphones/earphones or you can download them onto your computer using the supplied USB lead and play back from there. We have two packs; one for people who listen to their fmgenie using direct input and one for neckloop/headphone users. Both packs include a Sony Digital Voice Recorder (FMG920G) plus appropriate leads and instructions for recording from an fmgenie Neckloop/Headphones pack FMG9PK08G Please note: the direct input pack includes a blue plug d/i lead, however the neckloop pack doesn t include a neckloop as you can use the one that was supplied with your fmgenie. Due to the constraints of supply, model, colours and pricing may vary from those shown. Please check with Customer Services or on the website before ordering. 22

12 fmgenie Radio Aid Systems 1a Hands-free telephone use at work & in call centres Using an fmgenie to listen to the telephone provides the ultimate in office telephone listening. Although not a cheap solution, the complete system provides a superb quality hands-free telephone/telesales/call centre facility which may literally make the difference between being able to work or not. Suitable for use with virtually all telephone systems, both analogue and digital. The use of a collarworn microphone leaves the hands free for keyboard entry. (Also suitable for use with Phonak SmartLink+, ZoomLink+ & EasyLink+ transmitters) fmg Pack 5d: Using a collar microphone This is our most popular accessory pack and provides the best possible quality of telephone sound for hearing aid users. The specially-manufactured splitter lead allows you to connect your fmgenie transmitter to any phone system. Rather than wear a headset, which some people found pressed uncomfortably on their hearing aids, this pack includes a lightweight collarworn microphone which is worn around the neck. The user listens to a call via their fmgenie while the collarworn microphone picks up their voice. Includes an fmgenie collar microphone with Plantronics headset connector cable (FMG81COL) and a Plantronics Vista base adaptor (40THVISTA2) plus an instruction sheet. FMG9PK05D Conference microphone Allows you to use your fmgenie in group situations, such as meetings or seminars. Includes fmgenie conference microphone pack (FMG22PK1) and instruction sheet. FMG22PK Onsite User Training All fmgenie systems are supplied with full instructions and support cards and are easy to set up and use. Telephone and support is always available free of charge. However, we also offer a bespoke on-site setup and training visit for individual systems where we will tailor the session to the specific needs of the user. Prices start at 480 ( 400 ex VAT), depending on location and includes travel and expenses. Our friendly and approachable trainer will get the system set up working in your workplace or place of study and ensure that you are happy and confident about all the different ways the equipment can work for you. We would strongly recommend this service for those in employment situations where the radio aid needs to interact with existing equipment and those at university without technical support. Please contact Richard or Angie in Customer Services to discuss your individual requirements or for a quotation. I just wanted to thank you for your help in setting up my radio aid. I would definitely recommend this service to others. Comments from a user at University Absolutely brilliant. This equipment and training of the equipment has enhanced my life in the past 3-4 hours alone. I am so looking forward to starting my course and using the equipment every day. My hearing and sounds are just great now. Comments from a user at work Just to say a big thank you for your valuable training session last week. You were extremely helpful I learned so much from you, you were so well informed and not just about Connevans products! Learning how to use the fmgenie for meetings and the telephone is potentially complicated but you managed to make it extremely simple and clear and patiently answered all my questions... I am very hopeful that it might make all the difference to my being able to continue working. Prices exclude P&P Telephone Issue 52 Shop online Information sales@connevans.com Connevans 23

13 1a fmgenie Radio Aid Systems fmgenie Main Equipment The following pages show all the individual items which make up fmgenie systems. It is often easier to choose a full system package these start on page 16. All fmgenie transmitters & receivers come with 2 year warranty as standard! The fmgenie system can be used by hearing aid users with a neckloop, using the T or loop program, or with direct input leads. We also have a package for cochlear implant wearers and one which can be used for visiting hearing aid users. There are also work-based packages which include a conference microphone for use in meetings, or a collar mic for use with a telephone system. A transmitter & receiver form the basis of the fmgenie system. fmgenie transmitter The transmitter is the unit which picks up the voice of the lecturer or person talking. The transmitter has an internal microphone and is supplied with a plug-in aerial; the aerial is not required if a lapel microphone is used. Also included is a 3.5mm stereo lead for connecting to your ipod/computer. FMG110W FMG110 White Graphite Used with belt pouch and microphone pack Used with neck harness, aerial and integral microphone Auxiliary input fm signal strength Alert indicator Channel select buttons User settings protected under flash and inside battery compartment Comprehensive status display Integral microphone Available in graphite grey with black flash or white with silver grey flash. A wide range of optional coloured flashes are available see page 32. Size: 88 x 59 x 25mm approx. Weight 74g. excl. batteries 2 AA not included. External microphone socket Battery level On/off Plug-in charger socket Function control fmgenie receiver The receiver is worn by the user. To feed the sound into a hearing aid you willneed either a direct input lead and connection shoes or a neck loop and perhaps an environmental sound mic for use with the loop program on the hearing aid if in doubt please contact us for advice. The fmgenie receiver can alternatively be used with headphones for general listening. You will need some accessories to go with the receiver batteries & charger plus a belt pouch and possibly a harness to wear the receiver. FMG121W FMG121 White Graphite Used with neck loop and environmental mic Used with direct input V lead Audio out fm signal strength Alert indicator Transmitter vol Channel select buttons User settings protected under flash and inside battery compartment Comprehensive status display Output mode display Available in graphite grey with black flash or white with silver grey flash. A wide range of optional coloured flashes are available see page 32. Size: 88 x 59 x 25mm approx. Weight 84g. excl. batteries 2 AA not included. External microphone socket Battery level Environmental mic vol On/off Plug-in charger socket Special function control 24

14 fmgenie Radio Aid Systems 1a fmgenie Microphones There is a wide range of microphones lapel, conference, headworn and collar worn. fmgenie lapel microphone pack fmgenie black stub microphone head with lead & lapel clip. fmgenie stub microphone head Size: height 20mm, diameter 9mm. FMG Lapel clip for fmgenie stub microphone FMG fmgenie stub microphone leads Lead for an fmgenie microphone head to a 2.5mm right angle plug. FMG213M6 FMG213M8 600mm lead 800mm lead FMG21M600 FMG21M mm lead 800mm lead fmgenie flexible collar worn microphone Easy to wear lightweight microphone which can be adjusted to fit and is hygienic to share between users. Suitable for high noise situations. Moving the mic closer to the mouth reduces the chance of feedback although the effect of head movement is increased. Overall length: 600mm. Diam. of frame: 6mm. Weight: 84g. fmgenie featherweight headworn microphone Headworn mics are good for high noise situations and reduce the chance of feedback. This mic is exceptionally light and comfortable to wear and closely fits your head. A featherweight mic. has limited adjustability so we recommend this model when it is possible to have one s own to keep which is good for hygiene too. Diam. of frame: 2.5mm. Weight: 15g. FMG FMG fmgenie conference microphone pack Many users of the fmgenie would benefit from being able to use their system in group situations. Whilst it is not possible to replicate the same quality obtained from a microphone worn on the person, the Connevans fmgenie conference microphone successfully increases the distance of useful sound pick-up. The conference microphone works well at distances 0.5 to 2 metres and can be used with either a transmitter or receiver. Size: 88mm diameter approx. Weight: 280g. FMG22PK Pack contains fmgenie conference microphone, pouch and 2m ext. lead. Prices exclude P&P Telephone Issue 52 Shop online Information sales@connevans.com Connevans 25

15 1a fmgenie Radio Aid Systems Listening to the fmgenie fmgenie Direct Input Leads For a hearing aid to be able to listen to the fmgenie, you need to use either a neck loop or direct input connection. The Connevans fmgenie range of direct input leads are robust yet very flexible. The longer lengths allow them to be fed under clothing and the shorter lengths are ideal for children. The fmgenie direct input leads are unattenuated and must only be used with fmgenie receivers or Oticon hearing aids. A range of direct input leads for use with personal stereos is available in Section 10, page 205 these are clearly identified by having a blue plug. fmgenie 3.5mm to Europlug single lead (1 aid) For users with one hearing aid. fmgenie Single lead for someone with 1 hearing aid Length 400 mm 600 mm 800 mm 1 m Colour Black or White Black or White Black or White Black or White Part no. FMGS400 FMGS400W FMGS600 FMGS600W FMGS800 FMGS800W FMGS1M FMGS1MW inc VAT ex VAT inc VAT ex VAT inc VAT ex VAT inc VAT ex VAT Qty Qty Qty fmgenie 3.5mm to Europlug binaural lead (2 aids) The Connevans fmgenie binaural direct input leads have a personal stereo look about them. fmgenie Binaural V lead for someone with 2 hearing aids Length 400 mm 600 mm 800 mm 1 m 1.5 m Colour Black or White Black or White Black or White Black or White Black Part no. FMGV400 FMGV400W FMGV600 FMGV600W FMGV800 FMGV800W FMGV1M FMGV1MW FMGV1M5 inc VAT ex VAT inc VAT ex VAT inc VAT ex VAT inc VAT ex VAT inc VAT ex VAT Qty Qty Qty Direct input leads with inline RF interference filters for use with Cochlear implants and BAHAs To listen to an fmgenie, use these leads with the iconnect earhook for Advanced Bionics Auria & Harmony cochlear implants or plug them directly into a Cochlear BP100, BP110 or Baha 4. Inline RF interference filter Top tip! Can also be used with battery powered audio devices such as a CD player or ipod to listen to music. Please note: fmgenie receivers must be set to HI audio o/p when using fmgenie RF interference direct input leads. fmgenie filter Single lead for 1 hearing aid Length 800 mm 1 m Colour Black Black Part no. FMGFS800 FMGFS1M inc VAT ex VAT inc VAT ex VAT Qty Qty Qty fmgenie filter Binaural V lead for someone with 2 hearing aids Length 800 mm 1 m 1.5 m Colour Black Black Black Part no. FMGFV800 FMGFV1M FMGFV1M5 inc VAT ex VAT inc VAT ex VAT inc VAT ex VAT Qty Qty Qty

16 fmgenie Radio Aid Systems 1a fmgenie Hi-Output Neck Loop An inductive neck loop can be used with any hearing aid which has a T, MT or loop program. A neck loop can be worn under clothing and whilst the sound quality may not be as good as using a direct input, the use of an inductive neck loop is sometimes preferred on the cosmetic grounds of not wanting to have wires visible and some hearing aids do not have a direct input facility anyhow. Our plastic neck loop has a soft flexible feel and is light and comfortable to wear. With some hearing aids without an MT facility, when you switch to the T loop only program you will mute the hearing aid microphone. To overcome this loss of own voice you can use a microphone pack with the fmgenie receiver see page 25. FMG Neck loops are approx. 220mm diameter. Thickness of loop: 3.3mm. Cable: 550mm. Weight: 47g. fmgenie headphones Personal stereo style headphones for users requiring help with concentration in lectures or for those with a mild hearing loss. FMG fmgenie earphones Personal stereo style comfortable earphones for users requiring help with concentration in lectures or for those with a mild hearing loss. FMG fmgenie test headphones A lightweight pair of headphones for routine listening tests, not particularly robust but comfortable to wear with a pleasant sound; very good value for money! FMG Microbud in the ear earphones Earphones that also cut out background noise. Supplied with replaceable foam and silicon eartips. 132MICBE 132MICBK Beige Black Bone conductor An fmgenie receiver works as a really good bone conduction amplifier. More than one user has commented that a bone conductor on an fmgenie has a much stronger stimulus than a post-aural bone conduction hearing aid. Just decide if you require single or dual sided and then add in the required lead (non-polarised) if you would like to trial an fmgenie with a bone conductor please phone customer services or sales@connevans.com. Please note connection lead purchased separately. Monaural headband and single bone conductor MBONEM Binaural headband and two bone conductors MBONEB Monaural lead 800mm FMG Binaural lead 600mm FMG48V Binaural headband with bone conductors and V lead Prices exclude P&P Telephone Issue 52 Shop online Information sales@connevans.com Connevans 27

17 1a fmgenie Radio Aid Systems fmgenie Digital personal soundfield Connevans now have a digital personal soundfield for use with an fmgenie receiver. A useful solution for situations such as cochlear implantees who have not been reviewed and fitted with a personal radio aid system. The speaker volume can be easily set by the user. The front of the case has a pocket to hold the amplifier/speaker unit and the fmgenie receiver is kept in the main part of the case. We advise the use of a collar or headworn microphone with the fmgenie transmitter to reduce the chance of feedback. The WAP-7D digital voice amplifier is also supplied with a headworn microphone for stand alone use by those with weak voices see for further information. The lead required to connect the fmgenie receiver to the speaker/amplifier is also included. Shown with fmgenie receiver fitted (not included). FMG Amplifier size: 130 x 85 x 35mm. Case size: 180 x 170 x 95mm Weight incl. amplifier/speaker, all supplied accessories, fmgenie & case: 715g. The amplifier/speaker unit has an integral rechargeable battery and can run for up to 30 hours from fully charged. fmgenie Batteries & chargers In-situ recharging of rechargeable batteries is the choice for most people but alkaline non-rechargeable batteries are easier for the less frequent user. Ready to use rechargeable batteries our preferred choice Connevans recommend using rechargeable batteries with the fmgenie. We particularly like those with ready to use technology. Ideal for use in schools. These batteries combine the benefits of both rechargeable and disposable batteries. Like disposables, they are ready for use and stay charged for a longtime. Like rechargeables, they are ecological and economical. These batteries retain up to 80% of their charged capacity after 6 months and 70% capacity after 12 months of storage. We do not advise using batteries with a capacity of greater than 2200mAh in an fmgenie. MBRAAX4 Pack of 4 inc VAT ex VAT A particular advantage of choosing this kind of rechargeable batteries for use in school is that, because they retain their charge, they will not go flat over the summer holidays. Twin tail charger for fmgenie This charger unit is used for in-situ battery charging and plugs directly into a 13A UK mains outlet. It will charge 1 or 2 fmgenie units in 4 to 10 hours depending on any residual charge in the batteries. Multiple charger for fmgenie Charge up to 10 fmgenie units in this compact organiser No need to remove the fmgenie units from their pouches, simply slot them in place and insert the charge lead. Individual LED charge indicators for each unit. Powered from one 13A socket. Size approx: 405 x 135 x 45 mm. Weight approx: 1.9kg. Mains lead: approx. 3.9m. FMG520B FMG By the way, you only get the charger contents are for illustration only! 28

18 fmgenie Radio Aid Systems 1a Wearing the fmgenie There is a wide range of ways to wear the fmgenie all practical, some colourful. The most popular way to wear an fmgenie is in a belt pouch but there are many alternatives shown on these pages. fmgenie belt pouch Black may be the most popular way of keeping your radio aid secure and protected but fmgenie pouches are also available in white leather, silver and gold which look especially good with white fmgenies. Manufactured in leather, the fmgenie pouch with belt clip has a smart mobile phone look. The pouch may be worn directly on a belt or used with any of the wide range of Modular Harness System products. FMG630 Black FMG630GO Gold FMG630SI Silver FMG630WI White fmgenie transmitter neck harness & pouch The pouch on the neck harness has a hole for the transmitter internal microphone. FMG fmgenie hip pouch & shoulder strap The fmgenie hip pouch is particularly good for use with a transmitter as it is very easy to transfer from person to person. An fmgenie microphone pack is required (not included) for use with a transmitter. The hip pouch can also be used for a Receiver. Max length: 1600mm. (Transmitter not included!) FMG Modular system child s body harness The body harness is supplied with an optional elasticated rear strap to fit a wide range of waist sizes. Requires the use of an fmgenie belt pouch (not included). Fits chest size up to 800mm. Shown with fmgenie and pouch fitted. Modular system waist harness Can be used for a Transmitter or Receiver. Requires the use of an fmgenie pouch with belt clip (not included). Available in three sizes: Small: mm (21-30 ) Standard: mm (30-48 ) Extra large: 1630mm (64 ) max Shown with fmgenie and pouch fitted. 35BODY WAISTS Small 35WAIST Standard 35WAISTXL Extra large Prices exclude P&P Telephone Issue 52 Shop online Information sales@connevans.com Connevans 29

19 1a fmgenie Radio Aid Systems Universal small waist pouch A small, single pocket waist pouch. Particularly suited to children who don t need to carry any extra items. Fuchsia PVC Camouflage nylon 165mm 95mm Receiver bum bags 240mm Waist pouch with a special separate, rear zip section to safely carry a transmitter or receiver other items can be carried in the front section. The zip closes slightly Trim belt length to fit: short to allow the safe exit of a direct input or neckloop lead. 145mm Belt size: up to 49 max specify colour. Belt end cover can be refitted once the belt has been cut to length. Belt size: very small up to 815mm (32 ) max specify colour. Royal blue nylon ROYAL Glitzy silver fabric SIL Glitzy pale pink PINK Glitzy deep pink BPINK Royal blue nylon Black leatherlook PVC BLACK Bright red PVC RED Fuchsia pink PVC FUS Khaki nylon KHAKI Camouflage nylon CAM Black PVC PVBLK Royal blue PVC PVRBL Red PVC PVRED Aqua PVC PVAQU Receiver bum bag colour code Fuchsia PVC PVFUS Green PVC PVGRE Gold PVC PVGOLD Black nylon NYBLK Red nylon NYRED Red PVC 35UP + colour code Black leather receiver bum bag 2249LBLACK Bum bags & small waist pouches: please remember that colours shown are for indication only and should not be relied on as being exact due to variations in studio processes. fmgenie Cases Radio aid carry pouch A woven polyester pouch with a canvas feel which will hold a transmitter & a receiver and associated leads. Ideal to fit in your own bag or case. Size approx: 175 x 180 x 45mm FMG Small flight case Rigid lockable case with aluminium sides and textile padding to interior. Size approx: 380 x 280 x 102mm. Weight empty: 1.5kg. MZMMC70SW Small system carrying case A lunchbox style case which gives good protection for a direct input system. Available in grey or black, both with blue faced inner. Size approx: 230 x 190 x 45 mm. Weight empty: 255g. FMG610GY FMG610BK Grey Black By the way, you only get the case contents are for illustration only! 30

20 fmgenie Radio Aid Systems 1a Radio system setting & fault finding Listening checks are an important part of every ToD s daily routine. Radio Aid Accessories Tester The FMG750 Radio Aid Accessories Tester is a versatile product that is very straightforward to use. Fault finding is a process of elimination and substitution using the tester allows easy verification that individual parts of a radio aid system are working or not. By gently wiggling and flexing connected leads it is possible to identify intermittent or broken connections, allowing the faulty item to be replaced and systems returned to full working order very quickly. The Accessories Tester is an indispensable product for Teachers of the Deaf. The FMG750 Radio Aid Accessories Tester is used with a standard pair of headphones. Hearing aid users can use an Accessories Tester with any of the personal listening direct input or inductive products in section 10. It allows the user to functionally test: l Roger X, MLxi, Amigo or other ear level receivers l fmgenie aerials l Lapel microphones (with their leads) for fmgenie and other compatible microphones l Direct input leads when connected to a radio aid B 3 pin europlug socket for direct input leads or ear level receivers A 2.5mm socket for microphones or fmgenie aerials C 3.5mm socket for microphones Ear level receiver fmgenie mic lead Direct input lead Headphone socket for listening to the tester On/off switch Power indicator: flashing = change batteries Volume control fmgenie aerial FMG Our Radio Aid Accessories Tester is very easy to use and requires no technical expertise for full information visit and search for FMG750. The Accessories Tester is supplied with headphones, pack of AA batteries, carry pouch and encapsulated instruction sheet. Listening test kit for fmgenie Consists of a stetoclip with a variable attenuator and an earmould cup end for listening to the hearing aid, together with a test headset for listening to the receiver. Note: the earmould cup end can simply be pushed back up the tubing when connecting directly to an earhook. Open Fit Hearing Aid Tester for use with FMG750 & fmgenie mic Handy little Hearing Aid Tester which allows you to listen to Open Fit hearing aids with a Radio Aid Accessories Tester (above). FMG750HA If you don't already have one, you ll need an Accessories Tester and a standard fmgenie lapel microphone (FMG213M6 see page 25). Mic & FMG750 not included FMG Prices exclude P&P Telephone Issue 52 Shop online Information sales@connevans.com Connevans 31