most appropriate magnetic strength for you at the time of pro-
gramming.
The Platinum Headpiece™ is supplied to all new
C LARIO N
users. Existing
C LARIO N
users can continue to use their current
headpiece.
NOTE:
The microphone on the headpiece is not activated when used
in conjunction with the
C LARIO N
BTE. Only the forward
facing microphone located within the BTE is operational.
Your headpiece is designed to operate with both your BTE and
body-worn processor.
Headpiece Cable:
A headpiece cable connects the BTE Sound Processor to the head-
piece. A connector is located just below the toggle switch. The
cable connects the Headpiece to the BTE Sound Processor.
WARNING:
Your headpiece should be serviced only by Advanced
Bionics. Do not attempt to open or repair the headpiece
base. Unauthorized opening of the headpiece base will void
the warranty.
the electronics module. You will attach one end of the headpiece
cable to this port.
Microphone
The microphone captures sound and is located on the electronics
module behind the earhook. Because the BTE Sound Processor
contains its own forward facing microphone, the microphone in
the headpiece is automatically de-activated when used with the
BTE Sound Processor.
Toggle Switch
The BTE Sound Processor has one toggle switch which is located
on the back side of the BTE Sound Processor. This toggle switch
serves as both a program selector switch and as a volume or sensi-
tivity control.
Rechargeable PowerCel™
A custom Lithium-Ion rechargeable PowerCel module powers
your BTE Sound Processor. The rechargeable PowerCel module
comes in different sizes with different operating times that depend
on your unique program, implant type and other user variables.
There are two PowerCel sizes, plus and slim. The optimal
PowerCel for your implant type is included in your kit. You may
purchase additional or different PowerCels if you wish. Actual use
time for each PowerCel size will vary depending on the type of
sound processing program you use.
WARNING:
Your BTE Sound Processor should be serviced only by
Advanced Bionics. Do not attempt to open or repair the
processor. Unauthorized opening of the processor will void
the warranty.
Headpiece
Your headpiece is held in place by a magnet, which lines up with
an internal magnet that is located in the implant. When placing the
headpiece on your head, the headpiece centers itself as the two
magnets attract each other. The headpiece comes with an
adjustable magnetic strength. Your audiologist will determine the
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BTE Sound Processor User Guide
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BTE Sound Processor Components
