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  • Page 1 Kanso 2 Sound Processor ® User Guide CP1150...
  • Page 2 NOTES • See the Cautions and Warnings sections for safety advice relating to the use of the Kanso 2 Sound Processor, accessories and components. • Please also refer to your Important Information document for essential advice that applies to Cochlear implant systems.
  • Page 3 Kanso 2 Sound Processor ® Front 1 Microphone ports 2 indicator light 3 Cochlear logo 4 Cover Back 1 Magnet 2 Socket cover KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Attach a SoftWear pad Use the Socket Cover Attach a Safety Line Wear the headband Change the magnet Sport and exercise Travel Care Regular care Storage Change the microphone cover Water, sand and dirt KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 5 Lights and Beeps Lights Beeps Troubleshoot Cautions Warnings For parents and carers Processors and parts Medical treatments Specifications Other information KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 6 Notes KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...

  • Page 7: Charge Your Processor

    • place it in the Home Charger or • attach it to the Portable Charger. Refer to the Chargers User Guide for details. WARNING To charge your processor: • Use Cochlear equipment only. • Do not use non-Cochlear equipment. KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...

  • Page 8: Pair With Remote Devices

    PiN access control. Do not connect to devices that have had their operating system altered. Made for iPhone Your Kanso 2 Sound Processor is a Made for iPhone ® iPod / iPad hearing device. This allows you to use the ®...

  • Page 9: Nucleus Smart App

    NOTE Some functions are only available if enabled by your clinician. REMOTE NUCLEUS FUNCTiON PROCESSOR CONTROL SMART APP Turn ON/OFF Program Volume Sensitivity Audio Source Master Volume Limit Bass / Treble ForwardFocus KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...

  • Page 10: Tapping

    • Use quick, firm taps – don’t press. You can tap your processor while it is on or off your implant. CONTROL NUMBER OF TAPS Turn ON Double-tap – 2 taps Turn OFF Triple-tap – 3 taps KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...

  • Page 11: Turn On And Off

    • Auto-on – place processor on your head (if enabled by your clinician) • Double-tap (2 taps – quick and firm). As the processor turns on, the light flashes green. ‘Turn off’ – next page KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 12 • Auto-off – remove it from your head and wait two minutes (if enabled by your clinician) • Triple-tap (3 taps – quick and firm). As the processor turns off, the light changes to steady orange. KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 13 Green flashes Processor flashes while receiving sound from microphones Quick green flashes (Child mode only). Processor is off the implant. Orange flashes Processor is turning off. Long flash of orange KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...

  • Page 14: Change Program

    Green flashes NOTES • Your clinician will set up 1, 2, 3 or 4 programs. • if your clinician has enabled SCAN, your sound processor can automatically select the best program for you. KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...

  • Page 15: Change Volume And Sensitivity

    (if available) using your app or remote. Please refer to your app or remote user guide for details. NOTE You need to pair your sound processor with your app or remote first. Refer to their user guides for details. KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...

  • Page 16: Stream Audio

    Please refer to accessory user guides for details. • Use your app or remote to select the Mini Microphone and TV Streamer. Please refer to the app and remote user guides for details. KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 17 Please refer to your app or remote user guide for details. NOTE You need to pair your sound processor with your app or remote first. Refer to their user guides for details. As the audio source changes, the light flashes blue. KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...

  • Page 18: Wear Your Processor

    Wear your processor Place the processor on your implant with the: • Cochlear logo, light and microphone ports facing up • straight edge facing down. CAUTION Make sure you position your processor correctly to get the best performance, and so it does not fall off the implant.
  • Page 19 Ask your clinician to give you coloured stickers (red for right, blue for left) to make identifying left and right processors easier. CAUTION if you have two implants, you must use the correct processor for each implant. KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 20 2. Rotate the processor slightly in both directions (clockwise and anti-clockwise). 3. When you feel a strong pull, place the processor on the implant. 4. Rotate the processor so that the microphones are facing up. KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 21 Notes...

  • Page 22: Attach A Softwear Pad

    You may need to use a stronger magnet after attaching a SoftWear pad. 1. Peel off the single backing strip on the adhesive side of the pad. 2. Attach the pad to the back of the processor – press down firmly. KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 23 4. Place your processor on your implant as usual. NOTE if you notice any change in your processor’s performance after attaching a SoftWear pad, contact your clinician. KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...

  • Page 24: Use The Socket Cover

    Use the Socket Cover The Kanso 2 Socket Cover is an optional accessory that can prevent dust and other material from entering the processor socket. insert the Socket Cover 1. Place the Socket Cover in the processor socket. 2. Press until it clicks into place.

  • Page 25: Attach A Safety Line

    Attach a Safety Line To reduce the risk of losing your processor, you can attach a Kanso 2 Safety Line and clip it onto your clothing. There are three Safety Lines for Kanso 2: • Short – for children • Long – for adults •...
  • Page 26 3. Attach the clip to clothing: Long safety line (adults) a. Lift the lever to open the clip. b. Place the clip on clothing and press down on the lever to close. KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 27 Short safety line (children) a. Lift the round cover to open the clip. b. Place the clip on clothing and press down on the round cover to close. 4. Place the processor on the implant. KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 28 Use the left hole for a left side processor and the right hole for a right side processor. 3. Pass the other end of the line through the loop and pull the line tight. KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 29 7. With the teeth facing up and against your hair, push the clip up into your hair. 8. Press down on the ends to close the clip. 9. Place your processor on your implant. KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 30 Remove a Safety Line To remove a safety line from your processor: place your thumbnail in the slot at the base and lift hold the line close to the socket and pull. KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...

  • Page 31: Wear The Headband

    Wear the headband The Cochlear Kanso 2 Headband is an optional accessory that holds the processor in place during physical activities. Headband sizing To choose a headband, measure your head circumference: SiZE CiRCUMFERENCE SiZE CiRCUMFERENCE 40–48 cm 48–58 cm 45–53 cm 53–63 cm...
  • Page 32 • the anti-slip section is against your forehead • your processor is over your implant • the headband fits firmly • the hook and loop fastener join is secure (press firmly). KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 33 Fitting the headband with Portable Charger You can charge your processor while it’s in the headband using the Cochlear Portable Charger. At the base of each headband pocket there is an opening for the charger cable. For more information on the charger, refer to the Chargers User Guide.
  • Page 34 4. if the socket cover is in place on the back of your processor, remove the socket cover. 5. Attach your Portable Charger connector to the processor. KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 35 • the anti-slip section is against your forehead • your processor is over your implant • the headband fits firmly • the hook and loop fastener join is secure (press firmly). KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...

  • Page 36: Change The Magnet

    Change the magnet Use the Kanso 2 Magnet Tool to change your magnet. if the Kanso 2 Magnet is too weak your processor may fall off. if the magnet is too strong it may cause discomfort. Magnet strength ranges from ½ (weakest) to 6 (strongest)
  • Page 37 4. Remove the tool from the magnet and store in a safe place. WARNING Magnet Tools can be lost or may be a choking hazard. Keep out of reach of children. KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...

  • Page 38: Sport And Exercise

    Cochlear Aqua+ for Kanso 2. 1. Use accessories such as the Safety Line or Kanso 2 Headband to help hold your processor in place when you play sport or exercise.

  • Page 39: Travel

    Travel NOTE Visit www.cochlear.com/clinic-finder to find the nearest clinic in places you are travelling. • Take a printout from your clinician of your most recent program in case you need help with your processor. • if you have a backup sound processor, check that it is programmed correctly and take it with you.
  • Page 40 Steady green Green light stays on until the processor is placed on the implant. To switch flight mode off, turn your processor off and on again. See Turn on and off on page 9. KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 41 Notes KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...

  • Page 42: Regular Care

    Replace the microphone protectors – this is very important for the quality of sound. See Change the microphone cover on page 42. Every six months Charge the processor to ensure the internal battery does not deteriorate. KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...

  • Page 43: Storage

    • iron on medium heat. Storage Home Charger Store your processor at night in the Home Charger provided by Cochlear. Store the fully assembled processor overnight for optimal drying effect. Refer to the Chargers User Guide. KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...

  • Page 44: Change The Microphone Cover

    Change the microphone cover Replace your Kanso 2 Microphone Cover every three months, or if the microphone protectors look dirty or your sound quality degrades. Microphone protectors are attached to the underside of your processor’s cover: Microphone protectors Replace the microphone cover 1.
  • Page 45 CAUTION When the cover is removed, sensitive microphone filters are exposed. Do not touch the microphone filters - this could cause damage to your processor. KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...

  • Page 46: Water, Sand And Dirt

    PARTS RATiNG Kanso 2 Sound Processor only iP68 Kanso 2 Sound Processor with Portable iP54 Charger attached However, it is still a precision electronic device so please take the following precautions. Water if your processor gets wet: 1.
  • Page 47 Sand and dirt if sand or dirt enter the processor, carefully brush all indents and holes in the processor’s casing. KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 48 Processor flashes while it is off your head … (or connected to the wrong implant). Flash of orange every second Processor batteries are low. Change batteries. Orange flashes Fault. Contact your clinician. Stays on until the issue is resolved. Steady orange KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 49 Sound Check function in Nucleus Smart App is recording sound from your processor. Steady blue ForwardFocus * LiGHT WHAT iT MEANS Turning ForwardFocus on/off (Child mode only). Quick green flash if available, Nucleus Smart App only KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 50 Short high then short sensitivity reached. low beep Wireless accessories BEEP WHAT iT MEANS Connecting with wireless accessory to begin streaming audio. 3-tone chime When stopping streaming. Short beep KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 51 Adjusting bass and treble * BEEP WHAT iT MEANS Adjusting master volume level. Loud medium beep Adjusting treble level. Loud long high beep Adjusting bass level. Loud long low beep if available, app and remote only KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 52 WHAT iT MEANS Turning ForwardFocus on/off. Short high beep if available, Nucleus Smart App only Sound Check * BEEP WHAT iT MEANS Begin recording. 5-tone chime End recording. Short beep App function to record processor sound KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 53 Notes KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 54 See Regular care on page 40. perform a regular check on your processor Processor does Make sure the processor is oriented properly not attach as on your head. See Wear your processor on strongly as usual page 16. KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 55 Refer to your app user guide for details. 4. if the problem continues, contact your clinician. The processor Remove the processor from your head becomes hot immediately and contact your clinician. KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 56 4. if you have the Nucleus Smart App, turn up the volume or sensitivity. Make sure the sound processor is properly oriented on your head. See Wear your processor on page 16. 6. if the problem continues, contact your clinician. KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 57 6. if you have the Nucleus Smart App, check and adjust the accessory/microphone volume. if available, try a different processor. 8. For more troubleshooting, refer to the True Wireless Accessories User Guide. KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 58 4. if you have two sound processors (one for each side), ensure you have them on the correct side. if the problem continues, remove your external equipment immediately (sound processor, etc) and contact your clinician. KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 59 Dry the processor with a soft cloth, change the microphone protectors and place it in the Home Charger provided by Cochlear to dry. See Water, sand and dirt on page 44. Battery does not last if you are using a non-recommended...
  • Page 60 (e.g. table or chair). impact to the sound processor may cause damage to the processor or its parts. impact to the head in the area of the Cochlear implant could damage it and result in its failure. • Avoid placing metallic or magnetic objects near your processor while it is on your implant or in the Home Charger.
  • Page 61 Notes KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 62 • Carers must monitor for signs of discomfort or skin irritation if a retention aid (e.g. headband) is used that applies pressure to the sound processor. Remove the aid immediately if there is any discomfort or pain and contact your clinician. KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 63 • Each processor is programmed specifically for each implant. Never wear another person’s processor or lend yours to another person. • Use your Cochlear implant system only with approved devices and accessories. • if you experience a significant change in performance, remove your processor and contact your clinician.
  • Page 64 Keep your processor and remote control at least 15 cm (6 in) from such devices. Contact the manufacturer of the specific device to find out more. • Do not place the device or accessories inside any part of your body (e.g. nose, mouth). KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 65 1-4 m (~3-12 ft), to a digital mobile telephone in use. • For Cochlear Nucleus cochlear implant recipients only, the maximum diving depth is 40 m (~131 ft). Seek medical advice before diving to ensure you do not have any conditions that might make diving contraindicated (e.g.
  • Page 66 Medical treatments Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) The Kanso 2 Sound Processor, remote and related accessories (such as the Wireless Programming Pod) are MR Unsafe. Full MRi safety information is available at www.cochlear.com/warnings or by calling your regional Cochlear office (contact numbers available at the end of this document).
  • Page 67 Medical treatments generating induced currents, heat and vibration Having a cochlear implant means extra care must be taken when receiving some medical treatments. Before starting medical treatment, the information in this section should be discussed with the recipient’s physician. The sound processor must be removed before starting any of the medical treatments listed in this section.
  • Page 68 Therapeutic Do not use therapeutic levels of ultrasound ultrasound energy directly over the implant. it may inadvertently concentrate the ultrasound field and cause tissue damage or damage to the implant. KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 69 Notes KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 70 Specifications The Kanso 2 sound processor comprises: • Two omni-directional microphones for receiving sound. • Custom analogue and digital integrated circuits with digital signal processing (DSP) and bi-directional wireless communication capabilities. • Tri-colour visual indication of processor function or problem.
  • Page 71 • At least 7 m (Mini Microphone, TV Streamer) • At least 2 m (Made for iPhone control) • At least 7 m (Made for iPhone streaming) • At least 7 m (Android streaming*) * available only on compatible Android devices KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 72 -10° C (14° F) +55° C (131° F) Storage and transport humidity 0% RH 90% RH Operating temperature +5° C (41° F) +40° C (104° F) Operating relative humidity 0% RH 90% RH Operating pressure 700 hPa 1060 hPa KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 73 Headband specifications HEADBAND MATERiALS Fabric 83% polyester, 17% elastane Thread 100% polyester Silicone strip, non-slip Silicone rubber Silicone strip backing tape 90% polyester, 10% spandex Hook and loop fastener 40% nylon, 60% polyester KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 74 Portable RF communications equipment (including peripherals such as antenna cables and external antennas) should be used no closer than 30 cm (12 in.) to any part of your Kanso 2 Sound Processor, including cables specified by the manufacturer. Otherwise, degradation of the performance of this equipment could result.
  • Page 75 Certification and applied standards The Kanso 2 Sound Processor fulfils the essential requirements listed in Annex 1 of the EC directive 90/385/EEC on Active implantable Medical Devices as per the conformity assessment procedure in Annex 2.  The year in which authorisation to affix the CE mark was granted was 2020.
  • Page 76 • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC iD: WTO-CP1150 KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 77 There is no limitation as to which distance can be used from the human body. CAN ICES-003 (B) This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian iCES-003. iC: 8039A-CP1150 KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 78 This device is granted pursuant to the Japanese Radio Law ) and its relevant law. This device should not be modified (otherwise the granted designation number will become invalid). R JN1073 i01 Radio compliance for Korea R-CRM-COH-CP1150 KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 79 Batch code Date of manufacture Use by date Temperature limits CE registration mark with notified body number  Radio compliance certification for Australia and New Zealand Radio compliance certification for Japan R JN1073 i01 KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 80 Dispose of electrical components in accordance with your local regulations Type B applied part ingress Protection Rating Ingress protection • Protected against dust penetration rating • Protected against failure from immersion in water Medical device KANSO 2 SOUND PROCESSOR USER GUiDE...
  • Page 81 Serious incidents Whilst serious incidents in relation to medical devices are rare, it is acknowledged that incidents may happen. As an organisation, Cochlear recognises the potential for harm and will respond to any reported serious incident. What is a serious incident? A ‘serious incident’...
  • Page 82 During the process of receiving a Cochlear device, personal information about the user/recipient or their parent, guardian, carer and hearing health professional will be collected for use by Cochlear and others involved in care with regard to the device. For more information please read Cochlear’s Privacy Policy on www.cochlear.com or request a copy from Cochlear at the...
  • Page 84 Cochlear AG EMEA Headquarters, Peter Merian-Weg 4, 4052 Basel, Switzerland Tel: +41 61 205 8204 Fax: +41 61 205 8205 Cochlear Europe Ltd 6 Dashwood Lang Road, Bourne Business Park, Addlestone, Surrey KT15 2HJ, United Kingdom Tel: +44 1932 26 3400 Fax: +44 1932 26 3426 Cochlear Benelux NV Schaliënhoevedreef 20 i, B-2800 Mechelen, Belgium...

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