22 User Guide for the Platinum Series Sound Processor
User Guide for the Platinum Series Sound Processor 23
Adjusting for Background Noise
In some situations, background noise may interfere with your ability to hear clearly .
Background noise can be particularly distracting in situations where a large number
of people are speaking at once or in a noisy environment . Decreasing the sensitivity
of the processor by turning the sensitivity control toward the left may help eliminate
some of the background noise . Using the auxiliary microphone may also be helpful .
Using the Telephone
Your clinician may recommend when it is appropriate to begin working with the
telephone . The telephone can be used by placing the phone directly over the
headpiece, over the auxiliary microphone, by using the telecoil pickup, or by using
the telephone adapter .
Experiment with all modes of telephone communication . Be patient . Telephone
communication with the implant often improves over time as one gains experience
using the device . When using the telecoil pickup, the telephone handset must be
hearing aid-compatible, meaning the phone has an electromagnetic coupling capacity .
Digital cellular phones: Using or being in close vicinity to someone using certain
digital cellular phones may cause interference with the cell phone’s reception . If such
interference occurs, you can turn off your processor or move a greater distance
from the source . Before purchasing a digital cellular phone, you should evaluate
whether or not interference is evident . No such interference has been noted with
cellular phones using analog technology .
Using the Platinum Series Sound Processor
Getting Started – Quick Steps
In order to use your processor, follow the steps below:
1 . Verify that the processor program switch is in the off position (o) .
2 . Check that a charged battery or an AA battery pack has been correctly inserted
onto the processor .
3 . Adjust the volume (
) so that the indicator notch on the control is all the
way to the left .
4 . Check the position of the sensitivity control (
) so that the indicator notch
on the control is at the 12:00 position .
5 . Check that the headpiece connector is properly plugged into the headpiece
jack on the processor .
6 . Place the headpiece on your head over the implant .
7 . Turn the processor on by turning the program switch to the appropriate position
(as determined by your audiologist) . Note that the red LED indicator should
blink 1-4 times to indicate the battery charge status .
8 . Verify that the red LED indicator on the processor stops flashing once successful
communication or “lock” is established with the implant .
9 . Readjust the volume and sensitivity controls as necessary . Adjustment of the
controls may vary throughout the day depending upon the listening environment .
WARNING:
While no injury cases have resulted, components of the system may
become hot during normal use or a fault condition. If a particular
device’s temperature results in discomfort or pain, promptly remove
the product and contact your local AB representatives.
IMPORTANT: Use only the processor that has been programmed especially for you.
Using a different processor, which has been loaded with a different
program, may be ineffective in providing sound information or
may cause physical discomfort.
Be sure to turn the processor off before removing the headpiece.
NOTE:
Under limited circumstances, the cochlear implant system may
cause interference with TV reception. Based on internal testing
and field experience, there is no evidence that this interference
causes safety-related hazards. Consult your programming center
or AB for assistance.
WARNING: Small Parts Hazard: Parents and caregivers should be counselled
that the Platinum Series System may contain small parts that could
cause choking if swallowed.