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- Page 1 Platinum Sound Processor ™ User Guide Advanced Bionics Corporation ® 12740 San Fernando Road Sylmar, California 91342-3728 www.cochlearimplant.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Cable ... 8 III. Batteries & Battery Charger ... 9 Battery Replacement ... 9 Battery Charger ... 11 IV. Accessories ... 13 Platinum Sound Processor Kit... 13 Carrying Cases... 13 Auxiliary Microphone ... 16 Telecoil Pickup ... 16 Telephone Adapter... 17 Headpiece Microphone Tester Earphones ... - Page 3 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... 30 Cleaning ...30 Processor Protection ...30...
- Page 4 The symbols below are used on the labeling for the product and for transportation, and their meanings are as follows: CAUTION: EN60601-1 Classification Information: Labeling ™ Platinum Series PLATINUM SOUND PROCESSOR !" Platinum Processore Sonoro !" Platinum Procesador de Sonido !" Platinum Soundprozessor !" Platinum Processeur de Son MODEL AB-7250 SERIAL: #XXXXXX...
- Page 5 Platinum Sound Processor User Guide The contents of the Platinum Sound Processor Kit are as follows: Description Processor AB-7250 Rechargeable Battery Packs AB-7500 with Covers AA Battery Compartment w/ AB-7510 Cover Battery Charger AB-7600 Power Supply AB-7610 Power Cord...
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Page 6: Platinum Sound Processor
Platinum Sound Processor 1 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. -
Page 7: Sensitivity Control
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. -
Page 8: Audible Alarm
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. -
Page 9: Auxiliary Jack
Also, intermittencies in the headpiece cable may be detected. Your Platinum Sound Processor should be serviced only at Advanced Bionics. Do not attempt to open or repair the processor. Unauthorized opening of the processor will void the warranty. -
Page 10: Headpiece & Cable
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. -
Page 11: Headpiece Clip
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. - Page 12 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.
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Page 13: Cable
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. -
Page 14: Batteries & Battery Charger
When you are not using your Processor, it should be turned off; otherwise, the battery will continue to drain. To ensure continuous operation of your CLARION System throughout the day, you are provided with one battery charger, four rechargeable batteries and one battery compartment for use with AA batteries. - Page 15 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.
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Page 16: Battery Charger
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) indicators, two for each battery, which indicate charge status. - Page 17 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).
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Page 18: Accessories
IV. Accessories Platinum Sound Processor Kit The Platinum Sound Processor Kit includes the following items: Platinum Sound Processor Rechargeable Batteries with Covers AA Battery Compartment with Cover Battery Charger Power Supply Power Cord Adult: Leather Carrying Case – Black Adult: Sport Carrying Case – Tan Child: Harness Case –... - Page 19 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 ®...
- Page 20 ™ S-Series 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. Accessories 15...
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Page 21: Auxiliary Microphone
Bionics is designed to work specifically with your Processor. For this reason, please do not use any microphone other than the one designated by Advanced Bionics for the CLARION system. Telecoil Pickup The telecoil pickup is provided as an interface to audio induction... -
Page 22: Telephone Adapter
loops,” and as an alternative to placing the telephone receiver next to the microphone of the headpiece or auxiliary microphone. To use the telecoil pickup, plug the connector of the pickup into the auxiliary jack on the side of the Processor. For use with audio induction loops, position the telecoil pickup inside the perimeter of the audio loop. -
Page 23: Headpiece Microphone Tester Earphones
Pediatric Platinum Sound Processor Kit. Other External Auditory Input Devices In addition to the accessories that are provided with the CLARION Platinum Sound Processor, many patients want to use external auditory input devices. The same auxiliary jack that is used for the... -
Page 24: Using The Clarion Platinum Sound Processor
Using the CLARION Platinum Sound Processor 19 V. Using the CLARION Platinum Sound Processor Getting Started In order to use the Processor, follow the steps below: 1. Verify that the Processor program switch is in the off (o) position. 2. Check that a charged battery or an AA battery pack has been correctly mounted onto the Processor. -
Page 25: Adjusting For Background Noise
IMPORTANT: Be sure to turn the Processor off before removing the headpiece. NOTE TO EUROPEAN CUSTOMERS: Under limited circumstances, the CLARION 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. - Page 26 Using the CLARION Platinum Sound Processor 21 or not interference is evident. No such interference has been noted with cellular phones using analog technology.
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Page 27: Troubleshooting Guide
VI. Troubleshooting Guide The following is a description of the most common problems you may encounter with your CLARION Platinum Sound Processor and solutions for addressing those problems. After trying the remedies below, if the problem persists, contact your implant center or Advanced Bionics Corporation for support. -
Page 28: Headpiece Falls Off
Troubleshooting Guide 23 !" Remove any material (hats, headbands, etc.), which may be covering the headpiece microphone opening. !"Use the auxiliary microphone to determine if a new microphone is needed for the headpiece. Headpiece falls off !" Use the cable clip to provide additional stability to prevent the headpiece from falling to the ground. -
Page 29: Performing A System Check
24 Platinum Sound Processor User Guide Performing a System Check You can verify CLARION’s operating status in three simple steps: 1) Check battery charge status 2) Check lock status 3) Check microphone and system status To assure the system’s overall proper functioning, perform all three steps. - Page 30 Troubleshooting Guide 25 approximately once per second if the Headpiece is not in its proper position over the Implant. Adjust the position of the Headpiece over the Implant until the red LED light stops flashing (Note: If the audible alarm feature has been activated by the programming audiologist, the alarm will beep once each second until proper lock status is achieved.
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Page 31: Replacing Components
26 Platinum Sound Processor User Guide Replacing Components The three most common actions required to restore CLARION to proper functioning are: (1) replacing the battery, (2) replacing the cable, and (3) replacing the Headpiece, as described below. 1. Lithium Ion Rechargeable Battery CLARION is powered by a custom-designed, rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery. - Page 32 Troubleshooting Guide 27 To replace the AA Battery Case !" Unsnap the AA battery pack utilizing the thumb recess on the top of the case. !" Insert AA batteries into the battery compartment, making sure that the positive and negative contacts are in the correct orientations, as labeled inside the cover.
- Page 33 28 Platinum Sound Processor User Guide !" Repeat the system check, Steps 1-3. If the microphone function is not restored, reinsert the first cable, and replace the Headpiece. 3. Headpiece To replace the Headpiece: !" Turn the Program Switch to the off position.
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Page 34: Troubleshooting Action Table
Troubleshooting Guide 29 Troubleshooting Action Table PROBLEM ACTION During battery status !" Replace battery check, no flash or only !" If there are no blinks after changing battery, one flash is observed. clean the battery contacts with an alcohol swab. !"... -
Page 35: Caring For Your Cochlear Implant System
30 Platinum Sound Processor User Guide VII. Caring for Your Cochlear Implant System Although your CLARION Platinum Sound Processor has been designed and built to withstand daily wear and tear, care must be taken to protect both the implanted and external components of the device. -
Page 36: Implant Protection
Caring for Your Cochlear Implant System 31 connector. Care should be taken to avoid the following: !" Dropping the Processor. !" Leaving the Processor any place where it can come in contact with water or moisture. Remember to remove the Processor and headpiece when bathing, showering, or swimming !"... -
Page 37: Future Product Improvements
Advanced Bionics is committed to providing the best products and service to our customers. We welcome your comments about the CLARION Platinum Sound Processor or your suggestions to improve the product. Please feel free to contact Advanced Bionics or to discuss your suggestions with your clinician.
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