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Summary of Contents for Cochlear Nucleus Freedom Bodyworn
- Page 1 for the Nucleus Freedom Speech Processor with BTE, ® ™ Mini BTE, Bodyworn and Babyworn Wearing Options ™...
- Page 2 Symbols � Note Important information or advice. Can save inconvenience. � Time saving hint or saves inconvenience. � Caution (no harm) Special care to be taken to ensure safety and effectiveness. Could cause damage to equipment. � Warning (harmful) Potential safety hazards and serious adverse reactions.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction .................5 Purpose of this manual ....................5 Overview ..........................5 Overview of your processor components ......7 How your processor works ..................7 Processor with BTE or Mini BTE Controller ..........8 Processor with Bodyworn Controller .............. 8 ™ Processor with Babyworn ..................8 The Processing Unit ....................10 The controller ........................10... - Page 4 Changing the batteries ............ 39 Replacing BTE, Mini BTE and Babyworn Controller batteries ..40 Replacing Bodyworn Controller batteries ...........43 General precautions for the use of batteries ..........44 Accessories ................ 47 Connecting accessories ................... 47 Using accessories ......................49 Monitor earphones ....................
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Page 5: Introduction
BTE Processor. It is powered by two 675 disposable batteries. The Bodyworn Controller is worn on the body. It uses either two AAA nickel/metal-hydride (NiMH) batteries, or disposable alkaline batteries. © Cochlear Limited 2014 Nucleus Freedom User Manual - 5... - Page 6 The processor contains small parts that may be hazardous if swallowed, or may cause choking if ingested or inhaled. � Infants and young children should wear the Bodyworn Controller in a Cochlear Bodyworn Controller Pouch (available ™ in several configurations).
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Page 7: Overview Of Your Processor Components
Your processor captures sound. The sound is coded by the Processing Unit and transmitted through the coil to the cochlear implant. The implant’s electrodes stimulate the cochlea’s hearing nerve fibres, which relay the signals to the brain to produce hearing sensations. -
Page 8: Processor With Bte Or Mini Bte Controller
BTE Controller. The reduced BTE size and weight improve comfort on the ear and the BTE Controller provides a smaller wearing option than the Bodyworn Controller. 8 - Nucleus Freedom User Manual © Cochlear Limited 2014... - Page 9 12 Increase button 13 Snugfit Retention Aid ™ 14 Babyworn Shoe & Cable 15 BTE Controller 16 BTE Retention Case 17 Mini BTE Controller Bodyworn wearing option Babyworn wearing option with Snugfit © Cochlear Limited 2014 Nucleus Freedom User Manual - 9...
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Page 10: The Processing Unit
To prevent discomfort and/or irritation to the skin, infants and young children should always wear the Bodyworn Controller in a pouch provided by Cochlear Limited. If an infant or young child cries without reason or exhibits other behaviours consistent with discomfort, parents and caretakers should check the Bodyworn Controller and verify that it has not overheated. -
Page 11: Wearing Your Processor
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 over your implant. Correctly positioned processor © Cochlear Limited 2014 Nucleus Freedom User Manual - 11... -
Page 12: Adjusting The Earhook Fit
Avoid twisting the earhook. It may become loose when twisted too much. The earhook needs to be removed when using the Nucleus Freedom Snugfit Retention Aid (see A secure fit using the Snugfit Retention Aid). ™ 12 - Nucleus Freedom User Manual © Cochlear Limited 2014... -
Page 13: Adjusting The Coil And Magnet
If turning becomes difficult: • The magnet may not be correctly aligned in the coil. • You may be turning the magnet in the wrong direction. © Cochlear Limited 2014 Nucleus Freedom User Manual - 13... -
Page 14: Changing The Coil
Regularly check to see if there are any breaks in the coil cable. If there are, you will need a new coil. If you do not see breaks it is still a good idea to test the coil by using a new one. 14 - Nucleus Freedom User Manual © Cochlear Limited 2014... -
Page 15: A Secure Fit Using The Mic Lock
If the tube Mic Lock does not feel comfortable, for a better fit, rotate the band around the base of your processor. Hold your processor firmly in place, and determine where the tubing should be cut. © Cochlear Limited 2014 Nucleus Freedom User Manual - 15... -
Page 16: A Secure Fit Using The Snugfit Retention Aid
It can also be used with the Babyworn wearing option to provide a secure fit for children. 16 - Nucleus Freedom User Manual © Cochlear Limited 2014... - Page 17 When you are happy with the fit, insert the Processing Unit (without the earhook attached) into the Snugfit as shown. BTE with Snugfit © Cochlear Limited 2014 Nucleus Freedom User Manual - 17...
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Page 18: Changing Your Wearing Option
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 18 - Nucleus Freedom User Manual © Cochlear Limited 2014... - Page 19 Twist the controller or shoe, and the Processing Unit until the two parts fit into place. Attaching the Processing Unit to the BTE Controller Attaching the Processing Unit to the Bodyworn Controller © Cochlear Limited 2014 Nucleus Freedom User Manual - 19...
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Page 20: Wearing The Babyworn Wearing Option
Case and Babyworn Cable. It provides comfort in the way children wear the BTE Controller. The standard BTE Controller and Processing Unit are connected with the Babyworn Cable. The Babyworn Retention Case holds the BTE Controller. 20 - Nucleus Freedom User Manual © Cochlear Limited 2014... - Page 21 The shoe should face to the left and the Processing Unit to the right of the final position. Twist the shoe and the Processing Unit until the two parts fit into place. © Cochlear Limited 2014 Nucleus Freedom User Manual - 21...
- Page 22 The fixing aids attach using snap-fit lugs, which allow aids to be changed easily. Insert the BTE Controller into the Retention Case as shown. If you need to remove it at any stage, simply pull it away from the Retention Case. 22 - Nucleus Freedom User Manual © Cochlear Limited 2014...
- Page 23 Fixing aids: Hook & Loop, Safety Pin and Alligator Clip Take care as shown when attaching or removing fixing aids to the retention case, and when attaching the retention case to your child’s clothing. © Cochlear Limited 2014 Nucleus Freedom User Manual - 23...
- Page 24 Processing Unit when using the Babyworn wearing option. See A secure fit using the Snugfit Retention Aid for information on how to ™ attach the Processing Unit to the Snugfit Retention Aid. 24 - Nucleus Freedom User Manual © Cochlear Limited 2014...
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Page 25: Using Your Processor
This is very helpful if you are bilaterally implanted and have two Nucleus Freedom Processors. © Cochlear Limited 2014 Nucleus Freedom User Manual - 25... -
Page 26: Understanding The Display
External Accessory is activated Sound level indicator sounds are being picked up by your processor Battery Level Indicator: battery power is full One segment of Battery Level Indicator: battery power is low 26 - Nucleus Freedom User Manual © Cochlear Limited 2014... -
Page 27: Processor Programs
While you are normally able to vary settings for microphone sensitivity or volume, your clinician can also have them set at a fixed level within a program so they cannot be changed. © Cochlear Limited 2014 Nucleus Freedom User Manual - 27... - Page 28 P2 to P3, press the Select button briefly – you will hear three tones as you change to P3. To move to P4 or P1, wait until the tones finish before briefly pressing the Select button again. Repeat to move to P1. 28 - Nucleus Freedom User Manual © Cochlear Limited 2014...
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Page 29: Changing Your Perception Of Loudness
If you change to a new program, the settings will be the same as they were when you last used that program. If you are adjusting the sensitivity or volume settings often, consult your clinician. © Cochlear Limited 2014 Nucleus Freedom User Manual - 29... - Page 30 Increase or current sensitivity level. until you reach the Decrease button. sensitivity level you want. If you find you often set the sensitivity higher or lower than 12, consult your clinician. 30 - Nucleus Freedom User Manual © Cochlear Limited 2014...
- Page 31 Increase or button and hold Decrease button for more than one until you reach the second. volume level you want. The display will return to normal after a few seconds. © Cochlear Limited 2014 Nucleus Freedom User Manual - 31...
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Page 32: Using Smartsound In Different Listening Environments
The telecoil, which is displayed as the T on the display • The telecoil and microphone on at the same time (depending on how your clinician has set up your processor), which is displayed as MT on the display 32 - Nucleus Freedom User Manual © Cochlear Limited 2014... -
Page 33: Using The Telecoil
The in-built telecoil allows you to receive signals from a • Hearing aid compatible telephone • Room fitted with an induction loop • Personal induction loop, such as a neck loop or cushion loop (commercially available) © Cochlear Limited 2014 Nucleus Freedom User Manual - 33... - Page 34 Processor will reset the program to microphone (M) as well as the sensitivity and volume levels if they were adjusted. � Disable the telecoil when not using the telephone, as it can reduce the microphone volume. 34 - Nucleus Freedom User Manual © Cochlear Limited 2014...
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Page 35: Locking The Buttons
To lock or unlock the buttons, push both the Select and Decrease buttons for a few seconds. The display will briefly show +L to indicate the buttons are locked. © Cochlear Limited 2014 Nucleus Freedom User Manual - 35... -
Page 36: Resetting Your Processor
The private tone is heard by you and nobody else. It can be used with the BTE Controller, Mini BTE Controller or Bodyworn Controller. 36 - Nucleus Freedom User Manual © Cochlear Limited 2014... - Page 37 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 Limited 2014 Nucleus Freedom User Manual - 37...
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Page 39: Changing The Batteries
Remove batteries when they are flat, or when the battery holder is to be stored for a period of time. Use only battery types recommended by your clinician or Cochlear Limited. Other types may not have sufficient energy to allow your processor to either function properly or last for a long time. -
Page 40: Replacing Bte, Mini Bte And Babyworn Controller Batteries
If you are using the Babyworn wearing option, the BTE Controller will need to be removed from the Babyworn Retention Case before removing the batteries. See Wearing the Babyworn Retention Case for more information. 40 - Nucleus Freedom User Manual © Cochlear Limited 2014... - Page 41 Replace the battery holder by sliding it up from the bottom into the controller until it clips into place. In older BTE battery holders, the bottom battery will be correctly placed when the battery holder is inside the controller. © Cochlear Limited 2014 Nucleus Freedom User Manual - 41...
- Page 42 Freedom BTE Rechargeable Battery (A25) and Nucleus Freedom BTE Recharger. Always use the BTE Recharger available from Cochlear Limited to recharge the BTE Rechargeable Battery. A power supply is also supplied to connect the BTE Recharger to mains power or the power outlet.
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Page 43: Replacing Bodyworn Controller Batteries
The BTE Rechargeable Battery (A25) and BTE Recharger may not be available in some countries. Contact your nearest Cochlear office for details. Rechargeable BTE Controller Battery (A25) Replacing Bodyworn Controller batteries Your Bodyworn Controller holds two AAA batteries. Cochlear recommends rechargeable nickel/metal-hydride (NiMH) batteries, or disposable alkaline batteries. -
Page 44: General Precautions For The Use Of Batteries
+ 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: 44 - Nucleus Freedom User Manual © Cochlear Limited 2014... - Page 45 As you use rechargeable NiMH batteries, their battery life will fade. When batteries no longer last for a reasonable period of time, dispose of them carefully, in accordance with local regulations. © Cochlear Limited 2014 Nucleus Freedom User Manual - 45...
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Page 47: Accessories
Your accessories plug into the socket either at the base of the BTE Controller or the Bodyworn/Babyworn Cable Shoe. To attach the accessory: Use your fingernail to lift the socket cover. Push the accessory plug into the socket. © Cochlear Limited 2014 Nucleus Freedom User Manual - 47... - Page 48 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 Controller or the Bodyworn/Babyworn Cable Shoe. 48 - Nucleus Freedom User Manual © Cochlear Limited 2014...
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Page 49: Using Accessories
When the accessory has a volume level control, it can be used to change the level of sound being heard from the accessory. © Cochlear Limited 2014 Nucleus Freedom User Manual - 49... -
Page 50: Monitor Earphones
The microphone • The in-built telecoil • The microphone and in-built telecoil together • The lapel microphone • An accessory (other than the lapel microphone) and microphone together Monitor earphones 50 - Nucleus Freedom User Manual © Cochlear Limited 2014... - Page 51 If you wish to test an accessory, plug it into the monitor earphone connector. Testing an assessory with the monitor earphones Press both the Increase and Decrease buttons for a few seconds to activate the earphones. © Cochlear Limited 2014 Nucleus Freedom User Manual - 51...
- Page 52 – microphone. � The accessories mentioned cannot be used with the BTE Mini Controller because it does not have an accessory socket. Certain accessories may not be available in all countries. 52 - Nucleus Freedom User Manual © Cochlear Limited 2014...
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Page 53: Care And Maintenance
Refer to Monitor earphones for further information. 1. Pull out the coil by Do not pull the cable. 3. Remove the dirty holding the plug protector using your firmly. fingernail. © Cochlear Limited 2014 Nucleus Freedom User Manual - 53... -
Page 54: Care
12 hours. If it subsequently does not work, return it to your clinician. Cochlear Limited cannot guarantee that they will be able to repair any water-damaged part. -
Page 55: General Cleaning
Use a soft, clean, dry cloth to clean the device. Regular cleaning prevents dirt from building up. Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to clean the device. © Cochlear Limited 2014 Nucleus Freedom User Manual - 55... -
Page 56: Disposal
Dispose of electrical components in accordance with your local regulations. Warnings and precautions For details on warnings and precautions, refer to the Warnings and Precautions leaflet included in the document pack you received with your processor. 56 - Nucleus Freedom User Manual © Cochlear Limited 2014... -
Page 57: Troubleshooting
- For cable damage Coil error The H3 error will only If H3 still shows, replace show for a Nucleus 24 the coil. implant if the coil has been damaged. © Cochlear Limited 2014 Nucleus Freedom User Manual - 57... -
Page 58: Private And Public Tones
There are two types of tones: high pitched and low pitched. High-pitched tones are heard when: • Your Processor completes a function • The buttons are locked or unlocked 58 - Nucleus Freedom User Manual © Cochlear Limited 2014... - Page 59 A H3 coil error or H4 audio error occurs (you will hear four high-pitched tones, which will repeat every minute until the problem has been fixed) A high-pitched tone followed by a low-pitched tone is heard when the wrong button is pressed. © Cochlear Limited 2014 Nucleus Freedom User Manual - 59...
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Page 60: Indicator Light
The display on the Bodyworn Controller includes a battery level indicator. When the battery is: • Full, both battery segments are lit • Low, one battery segment is lit • Flat, the H1 help message shows 60 - Nucleus Freedom User Manual © Cochlear Limited 2014... -
Page 61: Troubleshooting Specific Problems
After each step, check if you hear any sound. If there is still a problem after you have performed the necessary actions, contact your clinician. Only a person authorised by Cochlear Limited should repair your processor. Problem... - Page 62 • Mobile phone towers • Shopping centre and airport security systems • Some digital mobile phones • Battery chargers • Fluorescent lighting • Mains power boards 62 - Nucleus Freedom User Manual © Cochlear Limited 2014...
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Page 63: Other Information
Bodyworn or Babyworn Cable Shoe) is splash proof. Processing Unit, BTE Controller, Mini BTE Controller and Bodyworn Controllers are protected against solid foreign objects greater than or equal to 1.0mm diameter, and protected against splashing water (IP44). © Cochlear Limited 2014 Nucleus Freedom User Manual - 63... - Page 64 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.) 64 - Nucleus Freedom User Manual © Cochlear Limited 2014...
- Page 65 Personal audio cable for battery operated equipment Monitor earphones Transmitting cable and coil connection Four pin connector at the point of connection with the Processing Unit, sealed when mated; cable permanently connected to the coil © Cochlear Limited 2014 Nucleus Freedom User Manual - 65...
- Page 66 Operating Temperature: +5 C (+41 F) to +40 C (+104 Operating Relative Humidity: 0% to 90% RH, Splash-proof design � Check manufacturer’s recommended operating conditions for batteries used in your processor 66 - Nucleus Freedom User Manual © Cochlear Limited 2014...
- Page 67 Equipment classification Your processor is internally powered equipment Type B as described in the international standard IEC 60601-1:2005. © Cochlear Limited 2014 Nucleus Freedom User Manual - 67...
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Page 68: Labelling Symbols
1.0 mm diameter, and protected against splashing water This device restricted to sale by or on the order of a physician Rx Only Disposal Dispose of electrical components in accordance with your local regulations 68 - Nucleus Freedom User Manual © Cochlear Limited 2014... -
Page 69: Serial Number
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 covered by one or more international patents. ® © Cochlear Limited 2014 ©... - Page 70 70 - Nucleus Freedom User Manual © Cochlear Limited 2014...
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Page 71: Glossary
Controller Enables control of the processor’s functionality, e.g. program selection, processor on/off, microphone sensitivity, loudness etc. It also contains the batteries. © Cochlear Limited 2014 Nucleus Freedom User Manual - 71... - Page 72 A fixing aid used to hold your processor in place behind the ear. Nucleus Cochlear Limited was established as a division of the Nucleus Group in 1981, and was the original startup company in Sydney. Nucleus is used as a brand name for much of the Cochlear product range.
- Page 73 Speech Captures and codes sound which is then Processor 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...
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Page 75: Index
11 Bodyworn Shoe & Cable Controller attaching and removing 18 aligning correctly with Processing Bodyworn wearing option Unit 20 configuration 9 removing from Processing Unit BTE Controller cleaning 55 © Cochlear Limited 2014 Nucleus Freedom User Manual - 75... - Page 76 Mini BTE Controller clearing 57 troubleshooting 57 cleaning 55 understanding 57 function 10 storage 54 Mini BTE wearing option Impland ID configuration 8 help messages and troubleshoot- ing 58 understanding 58 76 - Nucleus Freedom User Manual © Cochlear Limited 2014...
- Page 77 Speech processor wearing option 8 changing programs 28 cleaning 55 programs 27 resetting 34 storage 54 turning on and off 25 Stirrup Mic Lock fitting 15 Symbols see Labelling symbols 68 © Cochlear Limited 2014 Nucleus Freedom User Manual - 77...
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- Page 80 Cochlear, the elliptical logo, Freedom, Babyworn, SmartSound, Mic Lock, Autosensitivity, Beam, Whisper and ACE are trademarks of Cochlear Limited. Nucleus is a registered trademark of Cochlear Limited. ADRO is a registered trademark of Dynamic Hearing Pty Ltd. MicroLink is a trademark of Phonak AG.
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