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Platinum Sound
™
Processor
User Guide
®
Advanced Bionics Corporation
12740 San Fernando Road
Sylmar, California 91342-3728
www.cochlearimplant.com
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i Contents I. Platinum Sound Processor...................1 Volume Control.......................................................... 1 Sensitivity Control...................................................... 2 Headpiece Jack......................................................... 2 Dual Color LED Indicator........................................... 2 Audible Alarm ............................................................ 3 Auxiliary Jack ............................................
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ii Platinum Sound Processor User Guide User hears static ....................................................22 Headpiece falls off..................................................23 Headpiece or Processor gets wet ..........................23 Performing a System Check...................................24 Replacing Components..........................................26 Troubleshooting Action Table ................................29 VII. Caring for Your Cochlear Implant System..........
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iii Labeling Below is a sample of the labeling on the package of the Processor. ™ Platinum Series PLATINUM SOUND PROCESSOR !" Platinum Processore Sonoro !" Platinum Procesador de Sonido !" Platinum Soundprozessor !" Platinum Processeur de Son MODEL AB-7250 MODEL AB-7250 SERIAL: #XXXXXX SERIAL: #XXXXXX 6025271-001 Rev A The symbols below are used on the labeling for the product and for transportation, and their meaning
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iv Platinum Sound Processor User Guide The contents of the Platinum Sound Processor Kit are as follows: Qty Description Model No. 1 Processor AB-7250 4 Rechargeable Battery Packs AB-7500 with Covers 1 AA Battery Compartment w/ AB-7510 Cover 1 Battery Charger AB-7600 1 Power Supply AB-7610 1 Power Cord AB-7620, 7630, 7635 or 7640 1 Auxiliary Microphone AB-7700 1 Adult: Leather Carrying AB-7420 -01 Case - Black 1 Adult: Sport Carrying Case - AB-7430-15 Tan 1 Child: Harness C
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Platinum Sound Processor 1 I. Platinum Sound Processor Your audiologist will explain and demonstrate the adjustable patient controls and features of the Platinum Series Processor. Headpiece Jack Program Switch Volume Sensitivity LED Indicator The program switch, on the left side of the control panel, is used to turn the Processor on and off, to select one of three programs, and to test the headpiece microphone. The dots on the control panel repr
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2 Platinum Sound Processor User Guide Turning the control to the right (toward the larger end of the scale) increases the volume. During your programming session, your Processor will be adjusted so that the indicator on the volume control when positioned halfway along the scale (12:00 position) on the control panel represents the Most Comfortable Loudness level. Sensitivity Control The sensitivity control (!!!!!), located to the right of the volume control, determines the quietest
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Platinum Sound Processor 3 1. Battery Charge Status When the Processor program switch is turned from the off (o) ! position to positions !, !!, or , the red LED light will blink as !! follows: ! Up to 4 quick blinks indicate that the battery is fully charged. ! 2 to 3 quick blinks indicate that the battery is sufficiently charged to power the system. ! 1 quick blink indicates that the battery charge is nearly depleted. To check the battery charge status while the Processor is
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4 Platinum Sound Processor User Guide The audible alarm is an optional feature that can be activated at the time of programming. It is designed primarily for children in order to alert parents and teachers when the system is not transmitting sound to the implant or the battery is near depletion. If the child’s headpiece falls off the head, the Processor will begin to beep and the red LED will flash. When data is again being transmitted, the alarm will stop. Additionally, when the batt
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Headpiece & Cable 5 II. Headpiece & Cable Single-Unit Headpiece CLARION’s single-unit headpiece integrates the system’s microphone and transmitter in an attractive headpiece, which is easily worn behind the ear. 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. If the headpiece does not couple with the
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6 Platinum Sound Processor User Guide Changing the Platinum Headpiece Color Cap: Headpiece Color Cap Removal Tool 1. Open the Headpiece by inserting the Headpiece Color Cap Removal Tool into the slot above the headpiece cable connector and pushing the tool straight back to lift the color cap as shown below. Cable connector 2. Close the Headpiece by carefully aligning the Headpiece Color Cap on the Headpiece and pressing both parts together to snap them back into place.
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Headpiece & Cable 7 2. Position the clip so that the flexible metal hinge fits between grip tabs on the headpiece cap – from the bottom view, approximately the 2:00 position for a left side implant or the 10:00 position for a right side implant. Hinge 3. Carefully fit the Headpiece Color Cap over the clip’s hinge and snap it back into place. Clip direction Using the Headpiece with the Clip: Hair direction 1. Hold the hair over the implant flat to the sku
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8 Platinum Sound Processor User Guide HEADPIECE MICROPHONE CABLE 2 PIN PLUG STRAIN RELIEF STRAIN RELIEF COAXIAL PLUG Cable The cable connects the headpiece to the Processor and provides the pathway for relaying information between the internal and external components of the system. At one end of the cable is a two-pin plug that is inserted into the headpiece. A small coaxial plug is located at the other end of the cable. This plug is inserted
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Batteries & Battery Charger 9 III. Batteries & Battery Charger A Lithium Ion rechargeable battery or a compartment that accommodates three standard AA batteries powers your CLARION Processor. The rechargeable battery provides an average of ten to twelve hours of use, depending on your unique program. Three standard AA alkaline batteries may also be used. Actual use time will vary depending on the type of sound processing program you use. When you are not using your Processor,
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10 Platinum Sound Processor User Guide !" Slide the battery in the direction of the lever until it releases from the Processor. To insert the rechargeable battery pack: !" Locate the slide tracks on the underside of the Processor and the top of the battery pack. !" Position the battery pack so the battery contact is toward the lever on the Processor. !" Guide the battery pack into the tracks on the Processor. !" Slide the battery pack onto the Processor until it engages. !" Do not fo
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Batteries & Battery Charger 11 NOTE TO EUROPEAN CUSTOMERS: For proper disposal of rechargeable battery packs, please return depleted battery packs to the nearest local Advanced Bionics Corporation representative or the designated follow-up Audiologist. Battery Charger The battery charger provided with the Platinum Sound Processor is designed so that two rechargeable battery packs can be charged simultaneously. Along the side of the charger are four LED (Light- Emitting Diode) indi
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12 Platinum Sound Processor User Guide Please note that if a partially charged battery is placed in the charger, the battery may be fully charged in a lesser period of time. The battery can be removed at anytime. The battery charger and batteries will not be damaged if the batteries remain in the charger longer than the required charging time (approximately 2.5 hours). It is a good idea to use the batteries on a rotating basis to maximize battery life. Batteries can be labeled (e.g.,
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Accessories 13 IV. Accessories Platinum Sound Processor Kit The Platinum Sound Processor Kit includes the following items: 1 Platinum Sound Processor 4 Rechargeable Batteries with Covers 1 AA Battery Compartment with Cover 1 Battery Charger 1 Power Supply 1 Power Cord 1 Adult: Leather Carrying Case – Black 1 Adult: Sport Carrying Case – Tan 1 Child: Harness Case – Tan 1 Child: Sport Carrying Case – Purple 1 Auxiliary Microphone 1 Telephone Adapter 1 Teleco
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14 Platinum Sound Processor User Guide Harness Case A harness with an attached case is provided in the Pediatric Processor Kit to allow the Processor to be worn on a child’s chest or back. The harness is constructed of durable elastic webbing and ® is adjustable using Velcro tabs. The attached case is lined and constructed of lightweight nylon fabric. The case contains a built- in knob cover flap to help prevent accidental adjustment of Processor controls during activity. Leathe
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Accessories 15 Extending the Life of Your Headpiece Cables 1. Plug in the cable as shown. 2. Feed the cable through the far buttonhole. 3. Feed the cable through the other buttonhole. ™ S-Series
