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Program new Hybrid mode recipients
To program a new Nucleus 8 Sound Processor or Nucleus 7 Sound Processor recipient in
Hybrid mode using the Custom Sound software:
1. Create a recipient and enter their audiogram.
2. Obtain impedance measurements.
3. Create a Hybrid mode MAP.
4. Fit the MAP to the recipient.
5. Balance electrical and acoustic loudness.
6. Save the MAP(s) and write to the processor.
Convert existing CI only or Hybrid mode recipients
To convert an existing recipient (Freedom Hybrid, CP800 Series, CP900 Series, CP1000
Series) to a Nucleus 8 Sound Processor or Nucleus 7 Sound Processor in Hybrid mode in
the Custom Sound software:
1. Check that an up to date audiogram is entered for the recipient.
2. Open the existing Freedom Hybrid, CP800 Series, CP900 Series or CP1000 Series
MAP.
3. Obtain impedance measurements.
4. Select the MAP to convert:
4a. Select 'Convert'.
4b. Click on the 'Acoustics' button in the 'Set Levels' screen.
4c. Ensure the 'Hybrid MAP' checkbox is selected and click the 'Recalculate' button.
4d. Select the 'Receiver' that is connected to the sound processor.
5. Fine-tune the MAP.
All electrical path parameters from the existing MAP are automatically copied to the
electrical path parameters of the Nucleus 8 or Nucleus 7 system. However, you
should check that the acoustic and electrical path balance provides the best possible
listening experience for the recipient. To fine-tune the acoustic path:
5a. Fit the MAP to the recipient.
5b. Balance electrical and acoustic loudness.
6. Save the MAP(s) and write to the processor.
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