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Changing the batteries .......................................................... 35

Replacing BTE and Mini BTE Controller batteries .................................. 36

Replacing Bodyworn Controller batteries ................................................... 39

General precautions for the use of batteries.............................................40

Accessories ............................................................................. 43

Connecting accessories ........................................................................................... 43

Using accessories ......................................................................................................... 45

Monitor earphones .................................................................................................... 46

Care and maintenance .......................................................... 49

General cleaning .......................................................................................................... 49

Cleaning the microphone protector ............................................................... 49

Replacing the microphone protector ............................................................. 50

Cleaning the Acoustic Component ................................................................. 50

Using your wax management system ..............................................................51

Care .................................................................................................................................... 52

Storage ............................................................................................................................. 53

Disposal ............................................................................................................................ 53

Troubleshooting .................................................................... 55

Help messages .............................................................................................................. 55

Private and public tones ......................................................................................... 56

Bodyworn Controller battery indicator ........................................................ 58

Troubleshooting specifi c problems .................................................................. 58

Other Information ................................................................. 61

Storing your personal details ................................................................................61

Technical information ................................................................................................61

Labelling symbols ........................................................................................................ 67

Serial number ................................................................................................................ 68

Warranty, registration and patient identifi cation card ......................... 68

Glossary .................................................................................. 69

Index ........................................................................................ 73

182630 Hybrid SP User Guide ISS2 D02 RJD.indd 4

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Summary of Contents for Freedom Hybrid

Page 1: ...Sound Processor with BTE Mini BTE and Bodyworn Wearing Options USER GUIDE USER GUIDE 182630 Hybrid SP User Guide ISS2 D02 RJD indd 1 182630 Hybrid SP User Guide ISS2 D02 RJD indd 1 3 08 2009 12 41 19 PM 3 08 2009 12 41 19 PM ...

Page 2: ... care to be taken to ensure safety and effectiveness Could cause damage to equipment Warning harmful Potential safety hazards and serious adverse reactions Could cause harm to person Symbols 182630 Hybrid SP User Guide ISS2 D02 RJD indd 2 182630 Hybrid SP User Guide ISS2 D02 RJD indd 2 3 08 2009 12 42 21 PM 3 08 2009 12 42 21 PM ...

Page 3: ...nd magnet 13 Changing the coil 14 A secure fit using the Mic Lock 15 Changing your wearing option 17 Using your processor 21 Turning your processor on and off 21 Understanding the display 22 Processor programs 23 Changing your perception of loudness 25 Using SmartSound in different listening environments 28 Using the Telephone with your processor 29 Using the telecoil 30 Locking the buttons 31 Res...

Page 4: ...aning the Acoustic Component 50 Using your wax management system 51 Care 52 Storage 53 Disposal 53 Troubleshooting 55 Help messages 55 Private and public tones 56 Bodyworn Controller battery indicator 58 Troubleshooting specific problems 58 Other Information 61 Storing your personal details 61 Technical information 61 Labelling symbols 67 Serial number 68 Warranty registration and patient identifi...

Page 5: ...our processor enables the combination of electrical and acoustic hearing in a single Behind The Ear BTE processor The processor is suitable for recipients who have residual levels of low frequency hearing It is used together with a Nucleus Hybrid Implant Nucleus Freedom Implant or a Nucleus 24 Implant specifically the CI24R and CI24M models to transmit sound to the cochlea Your processor consists ...

Page 6: ...ably with the same Processing Unit For details on warnings and precautions refer to the Warnings and Precautions leaflet included in the documentation you received with your processor 6 Freedom Hybrid User Guide Cochlear Limited 2009 Introduction 182630 Hybrid SP User Guide ISS2 D02 RJD indd 6 182630 Hybrid SP User Guide ISS2 D02 RJD indd 6 3 08 2009 12 42 21 PM 3 08 2009 12 42 21 PM ...

Page 7: ...lant The low frequency sound is transmitted through the Acoustic 2 Component directly into the ear through the earpiece The implant s electrodes stimulate the cochlea s hearing nerve 3 fibres which relay the signals to the brain to produce hearing sensations Your processor has been programmed for use with your implant only It is important to only use your own processor to never swap yours with ano...

Page 8: ...ller 10 Display 11 Select button 12 Decrease button 13 Increase button 14 Accessories connection 15 Bodyworn Shoe Cable 16 Bodyworn Controller Bodyworn wearing option 4 11 10 2 7 1 3 5 6 8 9 12 15 14 16 10 11 13 13 12 14 8 Freedom Hybrid User Guide Cochlear Limited 2009 Overview 182630 Hybrid SP User Guide ISS2 D02 RJD indd 8 182630 Hybrid SP User Guide ISS2 D02 RJD indd 8 3 08 2009 12 42 21 PM 3 ...

Page 9: ...g Unit is worn on the ear with either the BTE Controller or Mini BTE Controller or the shoe that connects it to the Bodyworn Controller Both the coil attached to the cable and Bodyworn Cable are available in a variety of lengths and colours The controller In addition to housing the batteries controllers have A display that indicates the operations occurring Buttons that operate your processor The ...

Page 10: ...und directly into your ear canal Acoustic Component with earhook 1 cable 2 and earpiece 3 Avoid placing the Acoustic Component Earpiece against the magnet of the coil or against any other magnets due to a low risk of damaging the receiver in the earpiece 2 1 3 10 Freedom Hybrid User Guide Cochlear Limited 2009 Overview 182630 Hybrid SP User Guide ISS2 D02 RJD indd 10 182630 Hybrid SP User Guide IS...

Page 11: ...r processor on your ear head Place the earhook over your ear while simultaneously holding 1 the coil in either of your hands Do not let the coil hang freely as the strain can damage the cable Place the coil on your head the magnet should hold it in place 2 over your implant Place the Acoustic Component Earpiece in your ear 3 For a more secure or comfortable fit you can Use a standard Hybrid earhoo...

Page 12: ...t of the Acoustic Component which cannot be disassembled The Acoustic Component can only be separated from the Processing Unit at the earhook The shape of the Acoustic Component Earhook cannot be adjusted but it provides an excellent fit due to the presence of the earpiece and connecting cable Two different earhooks are available The earhook that comes as part of the Acoustic Component An alternat...

Page 13: ...onger or weaker one if changing the depth of the magnet in the coil is not sufficient Changing magnet depth To adjust how tight the coil sits against your skin try adjusting how closely positioned the magnet is to your head by changing its depth in the coil before changing the magnet itself Adjusting the magnet To adjust the magnet position depth in the coil Insert a thin coin or screwdriver into ...

Page 14: ...rong it may cause discomfort or skin irritation Consult your clinician if you wish to change the magnet strength Store spare magnets safely Store them away from credit and other cards that have a magnetic strip Changing the coil Coils are available in various colours and lengths If you wish to change coil colour or find that the cable is too long or too short you can change the coil The coil canno...

Page 15: ...g Unit in place behind the ear The Mic Lock cannot be used while the Acoustic Component is connected to your processor The tube Mic Lock can be used on the BTE Controller the Mini BTE Controller and the Bodyworn Cable The stirrup Mic Lock is for use with the Bodyworn Cable only To fit the Mic Lock For the tube Mic Lock thread the earhook and Processing Unit 1 through the Mic Lock tube and move it ...

Page 16: ...cut it too short Feed it on to your earhook 7 Fitting the Mic Lock To wear the Processing Unit with the Mic Lock in place fold your ear down and gently pass your ear lobe through the loop made by the Processing Unit and Mic Lock until it is in position on your ear Alternatively bring the tubing to the front of your ear and feed it on to your earhook Your processor should fit securely with the Mic ...

Page 17: ...r cable shoe to your left and the Processing Unit to your right until the parts separate Removing the Processing Unit from the BTE Controller Removing the Processing Unit from the Bodyworn Controller Cochlear Limited 2009 Freedom Hybrid User Guide 17 Wearing 182630 Hybrid SP User Guide ISS2 D02 RJD indd 17 182630 Hybrid SP User Guide ISS2 D02 RJD indd 17 3 08 2009 12 42 47 PM 3 08 2009 12 42 47 PM...

Page 18: ... and the Processing Unit to the right of the final position Twist the controller or shoe and the Processing Unit until the 2 two parts fit into place Attaching the Processing Unit to the BTE Controller Attaching the Processing Unit to the Bodyworn Controller 18 Freedom Hybrid User Guide Cochlear Limited 2009 Wearing 182630 Hybrid SP User Guide ISS2 D02 RJD indd 18 182630 Hybrid SP User Guide ISS2 ...

Page 19: ...re bent or broken To attach the Bodyworn Cable to the controller Line up the dot mark on the plug with the dot mark at the top 1 of the controller Push the plug into the socket 2 Dots lined up on connector and controller To avoid damaging the cable grip the connector when pushing the cable in or pulling it out Cochlear Limited 2009 Freedom Hybrid User Guide 19 Wearing 182630 Hybrid SP User Guide I...

Page 20: ...20 Freedom Hybrid User Guide Cochlear Limited 2009 Wearing 182630 Hybrid SP User Guide ISS2 D02 RJD indd 20 182630 Hybrid SP User Guide ISS2 D02 RJD indd 20 3 08 2009 12 43 04 PM 3 08 2009 12 43 04 PM ...

Page 21: ...s the current program when turned on The display is empty when turned off When you first turn on your processor three horizontal lines will show on either the left or right side of the display indicating whether your processor was programmed for the left or right ear This is very helpful if you are bilaterally implanted and have two processors Cochlear Limited 2009 Freedom Hybrid User Guide 21 182...

Page 22: ...ght ear H1 Flat battery H2 Low battery H3 Coil error H4 Audio error H5 Program corrupted H6 Implant ID error incorrect implant detected by your processor In addition to the above these symbols display on the Bodyworn Controller Symbol Meaning x External Accessory is activated Sound level indicator sounds are being picked up by your processor Battery Level Indicator battery power is full One segmen...

Page 23: ...change when you push the increase or decrease button The display will return to the normal P status when no further changes to the level occur Processor programs Up to four sound processing programs P1 to P4 are available for your use providing that your clinician has enabled them for you You can change programs to help you hear better in different listening situations Program options available Th...

Page 24: ...Select button briefly to change the program The display shows the selected program 2 Continue pushing the Select button until you reach the program you want If the private or public tone is operating you will hear a tone or tones indicating the program you are changing to For example to change from P2 to P3 press the Select button briefly you will hear three tones as you change to P3 To move to P4...

Page 25: ...the program and settings you were using before you switched it off That is your processor will remember the last program you used including any changes to the microphone sensitivity and volume settings you made Changing your perception of loudness You can use the microphone sensitivity and volume controls to change the loudness levels of the sounds you hear Your clinician will set up your programs...

Page 26: ... in quiet situations To change the microphone sensitivity BTE and Mini BTE 1 Briefly push either the Increase or Decrease button The display shows the current sensitivity level 2 Continue pushing until you reach the sensitivity level you want Bodyworn 1 Briefly push either the Increase or Decrease button The display shows the current sensitivity level 2 Continue pushing until you reach the sensiti...

Page 27: ... too soft The volume level is shown as a number between 0 and 9 If you are adjusting the volume setting often or if adjusting the volume causes you discomfort consult your clinician To change the volume level BTE and Mini BTE 1 Push either the Increase or Decrease button and hold for more than one second The display shows the current volume level 2 Continue pushing the Increase or Decrease button ...

Page 28: ...s There are various SmartSound 2 options available grouped within four hearing environments The following functions may be included as options within a program Everyday is ideal for the typical listening conditions of everyday life and can automatically adjust the sounds you hear for maximum clarity and comfort Noise is suitable for environments with significant background noise improving the audi...

Page 29: ...ve the handset up and backwards so that it is slightly above 2 the ear Turn the handset so that the earpiece touches your head This 3 will help you hear the voice on the phone more clearly To use the telephone with the telecoil or telecoil and microphone setting Press the Increase and Decrease buttons for a few seconds until 1 your processor changes to the T or MT setting Position the handset slig...

Page 30: ...e and Decrease buttons together for a few seconds Your clinician can set your program to operate as either a telecoil alone or as a mix of your in built telecoil and processor microphone If your clinician sets your program as a mix of the telecoil and microphone this will show as MT on the display Mix of telecoil and microphone Sensitivity and or volume levels can be changed when using T or MT in ...

Page 31: ... wish to move from using your accessory to using your microphone only while leaving the accessory attached When using an accessory to move to the microphone only setting push both the Increase and Decrease buttons at the same time for a few seconds then do this again until an M shows on the display except when using a lapel microphone or you hear sound through the microphone From microphone to acc...

Page 32: ... reset your processor to the default settings e g after adjusting the microphone sensitivity or volume levels and or using the telecoil or an external accessory press and hold all three buttons Select Increase Decrease together for a few seconds Make sure your finger presses both sides of the Increase Decrease button area You will hear a sound and the display will go blank for a moment Resetting w...

Page 33: ... It allows people around you to assist you when there is an alarm for example when the batteries are going flat When using the Bodyworn Controller both the private and public tones can operate If you wish to use one or both of the tones ask the clinician to include them in your programs To stop the tone press any button For more information on what the tones indicate see Troubleshooting Cochlear L...

Page 34: ...Freedom Hybrid User Guide Cochlear Limited 2009 Chapter 1 Using 182630 Hybrid SP User Guide ISS2 D02 RJD indd 34 182630 Hybrid SP User Guide ISS2 D02 RJD indd 34 3 08 2009 12 44 19 PM 3 08 2009 12 44 19 PM ...

Page 35: ...ur processor to either function properly or last for a long time When using disposable batteries never mix fully charged batteries with partially charged ones Always change each battery It only takes one low or flat battery to stop your processor from working Similarly never mix brands or battery types for example Zinc Air with alkaline batteries Flat batteries may leak corrosive fluids and cause ...

Page 36: ...lver Oxide or alkaline batteries are used Do not use rechargeable NiMH button cells HB 116 054 High Power 675 Zinc Air batteries are sealed usually with a seal or tab To change the batteries Remove the new set of batteries from their pack and make sure 1 the seals are removed Let the new batteries stand for one minute outside of their 2 packaging with their seals removed to allow the air to activa...

Page 37: ...side when viewed from the back of the battery holder Do not force the batteries into place They should fit easily Take care all the batteries have the holes facing down Your processor will only work for a very limited time if a battery is put in the wrong way and then all batteries will need to be replaced Positive battery terminal this side facing downwards Replace the battery holder by sliding i...

Page 38: ...tery A power supply is also supplied to connect the BTE Recharger to mains power or the power outlet Cochlear also supply a charger that can be connected to a 12 volt power supply such as a car outlet To get the longest battery life always fully charge the rechargeable battery before you use it The battery is supplied partially charged and has a shelf life of two years It is not recommended to sto...

Page 39: ...ty To replace the batteries Turn off your processor 1 Firmly hold the cover and slide it down to reveal the battery 2 compartment Remove the old batteries and replace with new ones 3 Make sure the and symbols on the batteries match the and symbols in the compartment Slide the cover back until it clicks into place 4 Cochlear Limited 2009 Freedom Hybrid User Guide 39 Changing Batteries 182630 Hybrid...

Page 40: ...see the instructions supplied with the charger Do not use the charger for zinc carbon alkaline lithium or any other disposable batteries Always ensure the batteries are placed so the and symbols on the batteries match the and symbols in the compartment General precautions for the use of batteries Generally the following precautions apply so you can get the most out of your batteries 40 Freedom Hyb...

Page 41: ...tact with skin or eyes If contact is made wash with a lot of water and seek medical attention It is always a good idea to wash your hands after you have handled batteries Rechargeable batteries Ensure your battery charger is suitable for the type of battery you are using After storing rechargeable batteries for an extended period it may be necessary to charge and discharge them that is use them un...

Page 42: ...eedom Hybrid User Guide Cochlear Limited 2009 Changing Batteries 182630 Hybrid SP User Guide ISS2 D02 RJD indd 42 182630 Hybrid SP User Guide ISS2 D02 RJD indd 42 3 08 2009 12 45 09 PM 3 08 2009 12 45 09 PM ...

Page 43: ...o connect to equipment using a wall outlet that is to a mains powered device In addition commercially available wireless technology assistive listening devices you may want to try include Induction loop systems FM systems such as the MicroLink Freedom Your in built telecoil operates with induction loop systems The MicroLink Freedom is a Phonak product that fits the BTE Controller only It will not ...

Page 44: ...y is disconnected Press either the Increase or Decrease button to adjust the sound level If the Increase or Decrease is not pressed again within a short time the display will go back to the program display An X on the Bodyworn Controller display shows the accessory has been activated Accessory activated X on Bodyworn Controller To stop using the accessory remove it from either the base of the BTE ...

Page 45: ...lay Both accessory and microphone activated The microphone sensitivity button varies the level received by the microphone while the sound from the accessory remains constant To hear more environmental sound press the Increase button To hear less environmental sound press the Decrease button If you only want to hear the signal from the accessory press the Decrease button until the microphone sensit...

Page 46: ...h that heard from your processor microphone will be set for each program when the clinician sets up that program If the sound level is unsatisfactory when you are using an accessory ask your clinician to change it at your next programming session Alternatively your clinician may give you different sound level options on different programs Monitor earphones Monitor earphones can be used by another ...

Page 47: ... into the monitor 3 earphone connector Testing an accessory with the monitor earphones Press both the Increase and Decrease buttons for a few seconds 4 to activate the earphones Have another person listen to the sound Note that monitor 5 earphones only indicate that sound can be heard they do not indicate the quality of the sound heard by the processor user Cochlear Limited 2009 Freedom Hybrid Use...

Page 48: ...an switch to the in built telecoil setting while the TV Hi Fi cable is still attached This set of actions is part of a cycle Each time you push both the Increase and Decrease buttons at the same time for a few seconds you move on to the next setting Starting from where you can hear the accessory by pushing the buttons you move to the in built telecoil then to the microphone and finally return to t...

Page 49: ...nts dirt from building up Do not use harsh chemicals cleaning solvents or strong detergents to clean the device See Cleaning the microphone protector for information on how to clean the microphone protector See Cleaning the Acoustic Component for information on how to clean the Acoustic Component Cleaning the microphone protector The microphone protector should be in place at all times Clean it da...

Page 50: ...fingernail 3 Attach the new protector Always use the microphone protector It protects your processor from dirt and moisture Cleaning the Acoustic Component Clean the Acoustic Component on a regular basis so as to remove the build up of wax and to optimise acoustic performance Two tools are supplied with your Acoustic Component a brush and a vent cleaner The brush is used daily to clean both the ea...

Page 51: ... can reduce hearing performance Two wax management systems are available from Cochlear that help to prevent wax from entering the earpiece NoWax and WaxBuster Your audiologist will help you to decide on the most suitable wax management system for your needs NoWax system Depending on the amount of wax deposited Cochlear recommend that you change the NoWax earpiece filter every month Change the filt...

Page 52: ...ation on the temperature ranges your processor is tested to perform within see Technical information Environmental conditions Do not wear your processor while bathing or swimming If your processor does get wet wipe it dry with a soft cloth and place it in the dry aid kit or Dry Store for at least 12 hours If it subsequently does not work return it to your clinician Cochlear Limited cannot guarante...

Page 53: ...r battery batteries in the controller or remove the battery holder from the controller and place it separately with the batteries in the holder in the drying kit Keep the drying chemical material away from young children Swallowing this material can cause serious internal injuries For long term storage remove the batteries from the controller Remember to store them separately to avoid them from sh...

Page 54: ...s and Precautions leaflet included in the document pack you received with your processor 54 Freedom Hybrid User Guide Cochlear Limited 2009 Care 182630 Hybrid SP User Guide ISS2 D02 RJD indd 54 182630 Hybrid SP User Guide ISS2 D02 RJD indd 54 3 08 2009 12 46 15 PM 3 08 2009 12 46 15 PM ...

Page 55: ...aring sound and will only be able to turn your processor off Change the batteries H1 will show for approximately 5 minutes or until your processor is turned off H2 Low battery Be prepared to change the batteries If you are not ready to change the batteries press any button to return to the normal display H2 will only appear once If you do not change the batteries or press any buttons the H1 messag...

Page 56: ... the Bodyworn Controller it will also beep four times if public tones are enabled Refer to the Changing batteries section for further information Private and public tones Private and or public tones indicate when a particular function of your processor has been used Tones can only be activated or adjusted by your clinician To stop either the private or public tone press any button If you have diff...

Page 57: ...or example when the batteries are going flat Public tones can only be heard if your clinician activates them for a particular program Low pitched tones are heard when Your processor completes a function The buttons are locked or unlocked You change programs For example when you move from P4 program 4 to program P1 program 1 one tone is heard High pitched tones are heard when The battery batteries ...

Page 58: ...the controller See Changing batteries See Changing batteries See Attaching the Processing Unit to the controller There is nothing on the display Reset your processor See Resetting your processor There is no sound coming from both the implant and earpiece 1 Check for sound 2 Check and adjust sensitivity 3 Check and adjust volume 4 Check and change program 5 Disable the telecoil 6 Reset your process...

Page 59: ...Check for sound 2 Check alignment 3 Check your settings 4 Reset your processor 5 Check the batteries 6 Try a spare battery holder 7 Check the coil 8 Check the Acoustic Component cable 9 Try a spare controller Make sure you are in an environment that is loud enough for you to hear See Attaching the Processing Unit to the controller Check that your sensitivity volume and program are suitable See Res...

Page 60: ...hear interference such as buzzing or distorted speech Try moving away from any electronic device that may be causing interference for example buzzing sounds or distorted speech Common sources of interference include Radio and TV transmission towers Mobile phone towers Shopping centre and airport security systems Some digital mobile phones Battery chargers Fluorescent lighting Mains power boards 60...

Page 61: ... from the Processing Unit allowing connection of the Processing Unit to a different controller Dual microphone architecture microphones protected by a replaceable hydrophobic mesh The Processing Unit BTE Controller Mini BTE Controller and Bodyworn Controllers are protected against solid foreign objects greater than or equal to 1 0 mm diameter and protected against splashing water classified IP44 a...

Page 62: ... for lacquer Coil cables PVC and ABS plastic is used for all components that come into contact with the user s skin PVC used for Coil cable and Bodyworn cable Sealed internal epoxy fibreglass and polyimide printed circuit boards with electronic circuitry cable attached to the coil The earpiece cable consists of polyurethane with TU polymer Dimensions typical Processing Unit 38 x 24 x 12 mm 1 50 x ...

Page 63: ... varies for each recipient BTE Controller 9 9 g 0 35 oz includes three Zinc Air batteries Mini BTE Controller 7 6 g 0 275 oz includes two Zinc Air batteries Bodyworn Controller 25 g 0 88 oz excluding batteries Coil and cable 4 8 g 0 17 oz Electronic circuitry Custom analog and digital integrated circuit with Digital Signal processing DSP capabilities Dual microphone system Internal Telecoil Visual...

Page 64: ...ssories Lapel microphone Monitor earphones TV Hi Fi cable for mains power equipment Personal audio cable for battery operated equipment Do not use the Personal Audio cable to connect to equipment that are mains powered i e connected to a wall outlet Only the TV Hi Fi cable may be connected to equipment that are mains powered Transmitting cable and coil connection Four pin connector at the point of...

Page 65: ...r Total harmonic distortion 2 typical 500Hz nominal drive Programmability features In built Flash memory for storage of user programs Signal processing The audio signal processing is implemented digitally using DSP technologies Digital AGC ASC with options such as Autosensitivity ADRO Beam and Whisper The Acoustic Component only benefits from Beam The Acoustic Component does not benefit from Autos...

Page 66: ...erating conditions for batteries used in your processor Equipment classification Your processor is internally powered equipment Type B as described in the international standard IEC BSI BS EN 60601 1 1990 01 01 Medical Electrical Equipment Part 1 General Requirements for Safety Certification and applied standards The Nucleus cochlear implant system and the Cochlear Hybrid System fulfil the essenti...

Page 67: ...imum volume L Left audio channel R Right audio channel IP44 IP rating Protected against solid foreign objects greater than or equal to 1 0 mm diameter and protected against splashing water Rx Only This device restricted to sale by or on the order of a physician Disposal Dispose of electrical components in accordance with your local regulations Cochlear Limited 2009 Freedom Hybrid User Guide 67 Oth...

Page 68: ...plete the registration card and return it to Cochlear Limited within 30 days of receiving your product You should also complete the supplied patient identification card and carry it with you at all times The statements made in this guide are believed to be true and correct as of the date of publication However specifications are subject to change without notice Nucleus cochlear implant systems are...

Page 69: ...r Bodyworn Cable Attaches the Processing Unit to the Bodyworn Controller BTE See Behind The Ear Controller above Cochlea The auditory portion of the inner ear of which the implant stimulates to create hearing Coil Part of the processor that lies on the side of the head The processor transmits the digitally coded sound through the coil to the implant just under the skin Controller Enables control o...

Page 70: ... converts environmental sound into channel stimulation data for the recipient s electrode array Mini BTE Controller The Mini BTE Controller contains two 675 disposable batteries and is slightly smaller than the standard BTE Controller It has a display that indicates the operations occurring and buttons that operate your processor Mic Lock A fixing aid used to hold your processor in place behind th...

Page 71: ...ding control over how sound is processed in different listening environments Sound Processor Captures and codes sound which is then transmitted through the coil to the cochlear implant It consists of a Processing Unit controller and coil Telecoil The in built telecoil allows you to receive signals from a hearing aid compatible telephone a room fitted with an induction loop or personal induction lo...

Page 72: ...72 Freedom Hybrid User Guide Cochlear Limited 2009 Glossary 182630 Hybrid SP User Guide ISS2 D02 RJD indd 72 182630 Hybrid SP User Guide ISS2 D02 RJD indd 72 3 08 2009 12 46 38 PM 3 08 2009 12 46 38 PM ...

Page 73: ...3 function 9 storage 52 BTE wearing option configuration 8 Buttons locking and unlocking 31 Select Increase and Decrease buttons 8 using 21 C Cables attaching the Bodyworn cable to the controller 19 Bodyworn cable 17 checking for damage 15 coil cable 14 removing the Bodyworn cable from the controller 17 Certification and applied standards 66 Cleaning cleaning the Acoustic Component 50 cleaning the...

Page 74: ...elp message and troubleshoot ing 56 understanding 56 L Labelling symbols 67 Loudness changing 25 see Microphone sensitivity or Volume 27 M Magnet adjusting depth 13 changing 13 changing strength 13 MAP see Program 23 Materials 62 Mic Lock fitting 15 removing processor when Mic Lock is attached 16 stirrup Mic Lock 15 tube Mic Lock 15 Microphone protector cleaning 49 handling 49 replacing 49 Microph...

Page 75: ...s 61 Symbols see Labelling symbols 67 T Telecoil switching from accessory to telecoil 31 switching from telecoil to acces sory 31 using 30 Telephone using 29 using the telecoil 29 Tones changing programs 24 enabling 33 private and public 33 Tube Mic Lock fitting 15 V Volume controlling 27 W WaxBuster filter cleaning 51 Wax filter cleaning 51 see NoWax filter or WaxBuster filter 51 Wearing option c...

Page 76: ...lear Limited ADRO is a registered trademark of Dynamic Hearing Pty Ltd MicroLink is a trademark of Phonak AG Dry Store is a registered trademark of EarTechnology Corporation 182630 ISS2 The global leader in implantable hearing solutions 182630 Hybrid SP User Guide ISS2 D02 RJD indd 76 182630 Hybrid SP User Guide ISS2 D02 RJD indd 76 3 08 2009 12 46 38 PM 3 08 2009 12 46 38 PM ...

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