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General precautions and warnings
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Interference with TV reception
In rare cases, your audio processor may interfere with reception when using certain
TV sets (with indoor antennae). Move away from the TV set and turn the antenna to
reduce interference.
Mobile phones
Mobile phones and other portable and mobile RF communications equipment may
interfere with the external parts of your MED‑EL Cochlear Implant System. As the expe‑
riences of other MED‑EL users have shown, the system is compatible with most mobile
phones. Results with a certain mobile phone may vary depending on the provider or
type of phone. If you are considering purchasing a mobile telephone, you should test it
beforehand for possible interference.
TV, radio, FM systems, etc.
When intending to connect an external audio device to the audio processor that is
powered by mains power, i.e. plugged into the wall or a power strip, always make sure
first that this mains‑powered external audio device meets the safety requirements
stated in the standards EN/IEC 60065, EN/IEC 60601‑1 and/or appropriate national
standards. If the mains‑powered device does not bear a CE mark (
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found on the device’s type label, you cannot presume that the mains‑powered device
meets the above safety requirements and must therefore not be connected to your
audio processor. Connecting a mains‑powered device to your audio processor that does
not meet the above safety requirements could cause an electric shock. You can safely
connect battery‑powered external audio devices to your audio processor. Special cables
may be needed (e.g. for connection to FM systems). For more information please
contact MED‑EL.
Electrostatic discharge (ESD)
Electronic devices are influenced by electrostatic discharge (ESD). Although the MED‑EL
Cochlear Implant System has several internal safety features designed to reduce
ESD, there is a small risk that the external or internal equipment can be damaged if
the static discharge flows through the external equipment. Switching off your audio
processor will not prevent damage from occurring. In rare cases, the user may expe‑
rience uncomfortably loud hearing sensations, but the most likely occurrence in case
of an ESD event is a short interruption of stimulation or a controlled audio processor
shutdown.
Following these guidelines can reduce the probability of electrostatic discharge:
• If you believe that you or your child is statically charged, discharge by touching a
radiator, a water tap, or any grounded metal object.