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- Page 1 USER GUIDE PLATINUM SERIES ™ Sound Processor By Advanced Bionics...
- Page 2 User Guide for the Platinum Series Sound Processor ™ PLATINUM SERIES By Advanced Bionics...
- Page 3 -20° C and +55° C Fragile Do not get wet Type of Protection: BF Date of Manufacture Dispose of Properly EN60601-1 Classification Information: Ordinary Construction Continuous Operation Internally Powered Equipment 2 User Guide for the Platinum Series Sound Processor...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
X-Ray Machines ........36 Contact Us User Guide for the Platinum Series Sound Processor 3... - Page 5 Car Charger Adapter ......18 Figure 16: Platinum Series Harness Case......19 Figure 17: Leather Carrying Cases.
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Page 6: Platinum Series Sound Processor
The position represents the headpiece microphone tester function detailed in the “Using the Platinum Series Sound Processor” section of this manual. The (o) position will turn the processor off. Volume Control... -
Page 7: Sensitivity Control
Flashing will continue until the headpiece is properly positioned on the head. Flashing red will resume if there is any problem with communication or loss of lock between the processor and the implant. 6 User Guide for the Platinum Series Sound Processor... -
Page 8: Audible Alarm
Beeping when the headpiece is in place indicates a communication problem between the processor and implant. For more information, refer to the “Using the Platinum Series Sound Processor” section of this manual. Additionally, when the battery is near depletion and cannot power the processor, the alarm will emit a slow beeping tone until the battery dies or is replaced. -
Page 9: Auxiliary Jack
Also, intermittencies in the headpiece cable may be detected. If a problem is noted, please refer to the “Using the Platinum Series Sound Processor” section of this manual. Note: To use the auxiliary jack, the processor must contain a program set up for auxiliary input. -
Page 10: Headpiece & Cable
The headpiece magnet(s) is located under the color cap. Be careful not to lose the magnet(s) when changing the color caps. Felt disks are included with the headpiece to secure the magnets in place. User Guide for the Platinum Series Sound Processor 9... -
Page 11: Figure 2: Headpiece Color Cap Removal Tool
Close the headpiece by carefully aligning the Headpiece Color Cap on the headpiece and pressing both parts together to snap them back into place. NOTE: Make sure that no debris is blocking the microphone hole on the headpiece. 10 User Guide for the Platinum Series Sound Processor... -
Page 12: Headpiece Clip
7:00 position for a left side implant. Figure 5: Headpiece with Headpiece Clip. Carefully fit the Headpiece Color Cap over the clip’s hinge and snap it back into place. Figure 6: Fitting the Headpiece Color Cap. User Guide for the Platinum Series Sound Processor 11... -
Page 13: Figure 7: Placing The Headpiece
Figure 9: Headpiece in Place. NOTE : The clip works best when it is placed perpendicular to the direction of the hair (see Figure 7). 12 User Guide for the Platinum Series Sound Processor... -
Page 14: Cable
The cable should be removed from the head- piece only when it is being replaced. Figure 10: Headpiece with Cable. NOTE: Be sure the processor is turned off before removing the cable from the headpiece. User Guide for the Platinum Series Sound Processor 13... -
Page 15: Batteries & Battery Charger
To remove the rechargeable battery or AA battery compartment: • Turn the processor off (o). • Gently press and raise the release lever on the side of the processor. Figure 11: Battery Release Lever. 14 User Guide for the Platinum Series Sound Processor... - Page 16 AB representative or the designated programming /follow-up center. In the United States and Canada, please call the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation hotline at 800.822.8837 or visit their website at www.rbrc.com. User Guide for the Platinum Series Sound Processor 15...
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Page 17: Battery Charger
The battery charger provided with your processor is designed so that two lithium ion rechargeable batteries can be charged simultaneously. It is compatible with batteries provided with the AB Platinum Series Sound Processor and the S-Series Processor only. Batteries do not need to be fully depleted before recharging. -
Page 18: Figure 13: Connecting The Power Supply To The Charger
(approximately 3.5 hours). It is a good idea to use the batteries on a rotating basis to maximize battery life. Batteries can be labeled (e.g., 1, 2, 3) to keep track of the rotation. User Guide for the Platinum Series Sound Processor 17... -
Page 19: Using The Car Charger Adapter
Using the Car Charger Adapter After inserting the car adapter (AB-5620) into your car’s power outlet, connect the cable from the car adapter to the charger. Figure 15: Car Charger Adapter. 18 User Guide for the Platinum Series Sound Processor... -
Page 20: Accessories
Control Panel Cover The control panel cover helps prevent accidental adjustment of processor controls during activity. In addition, it provides protection from sand in play areas. Figure 16: Platinum Series Harness Case. User Guide for the Platinum Series Sound Processor 19... -
Page 21: Figure 17: Leather Carrying Cases
Cable protector holes located near the belt clip extend the life of headpiece cables when used as illustrated on the following page. See Figures 18-20. 20 User Guide for the Platinum Series Sound Processor... -
Page 22: Extending The Life Of Your Headpiece Cables
Figure 18: Feeding the Cable. Feed the cable through the far buttonhole. Figure 19: Feeding the Cable Through Far Buttonhole. Feed the cable through the other buttonhole. Figure 20: Feeding the Cable Through Other Buttonhole. User Guide for the Platinum Series Sound Processor 21... -
Page 23: Auxiliary Microphone
HINT: It may be necessary to move the telecoil pickup around the earpiece of the telephone receiver to find the best signal, or “sweet spot.” 22 User Guide for the Platinum Series Sound Processor... -
Page 24: Telephone Adapter
The microphone tester earphones are provided in the pediatric Platinum Series Sound Processor Kit or may be purchased through AB. The microphone test should only be performed using the earphones sup- plied by AB to help ensure accurate sound evaluation. -
Page 25: Other Battery-Powered Input Devices
Please contact AB prior to using such a device to determine if you have the appropriate cables and connectors and that the device in question is compatible with your system. 24 User Guide for the Platinum Series Sound Processor... -
Page 26: Using The Platinum Series Sound Processor
Under limited circumstances, the 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. Consult your programming center or AB for assistance. User Guide for the Platinum Series Sound Processor 25... -
Page 27: Adjusting For Background Noise
Before purchasing a digital cellular phone, you should evaluate whether or not interference is evident. No such interference has been noted with cellular phones using analog technology. 26 User Guide for the Platinum Series Sound Processor... -
Page 28: Troubleshooting Guide
• Ensure that nothing is covering the headpiece microphone opening. • Check and clean battery contacts. • Use the green LED, auxiliary microphone or microphone tester earphones to determine if a new microphone is needed for the headpiece. User Guide for the Platinum Series Sound Processor 27... -
Page 29: Headpiece Falls Off
Do not continue to use the processor if any part of it is damaged. Unauthorized opening of the processor, or other equipment, will void the warranty and may compromise system performance. 28 User Guide for the Platinum Series Sound Processor... -
Page 30: Performing A System Check
This signifies that the system is sending information correctly between the headpiece and the implant. If lock cannot be established, replace the cable or headpiece, as described later in this section. If the problem continues, contact your audiologist. User Guide for the Platinum Series Sound Processor 29... -
Page 31: Replacing Components
• Using another fully-charged lithium ion battery, align the slide track on the top of the replacement battery with the slide track on the underside of the processor. • Guide the battery onto the processor slide track and slide the battery until it 30 User Guide for the Platinum Series Sound Processor... -
Page 32: The Cable
• Repeat the system check, steps 1-3. If the microphone function is not restored, reconnect the first cable, and replace the headpiece. User Guide for the Platinum Series Sound Processor 31... -
Page 33: Headpiece
Be sure the processor is turned off before removing the headpiece cable. When replacing the processor headpiece we recommend that you consult with your programming center to verify proper headpiece fitting and sound quality adjustment. 32 User Guide for the Platinum Series Sound Processor... -
Page 34: Troubleshooting Action Table
• Plug the microphone tester earphones into the external input port of the processor and turn the function switch to mic test ( ). Please refer to “Using the Platinum Series Sound Processor” section for info on the microphone tester earphones. -
Page 35: Caring For Your Cochlear Implant System
(below 32° Fahrenheit [0° Celsius] or above 115° Fahrenheit [45° Celsius]). Store lithium ion batteries in a cool location at or below normal room temperature. • Exposing the headpiece to organic vapors such as those produced by petroleum based products. 34 User Guide for the Platinum Series Sound Processor... -
Page 36: Implant Protection
High levels of electrostatic charge are known to build up under the following circumstances: • Walking on carpets • Sliding on plastic slides • Exiting an automobile • Pulling sweaters on and off • Touching TV or computer screens • Removing bedding materials User Guide for the Platinum Series Sound Processor 35... -
Page 37: Airport Security Metal Detector
Avoid placing the headpiece in checked or carry-on baggage that is screened with x-rays. During airport security screening, the headpiece should either be worn through the metal detector or be hand-examined. 36 User Guide for the Platinum Series Sound Processor... -
Page 38: Contact Us
Contact Us Advanced Bionics is committed to providing the highest quality products and service to our customers. We welcome your comments regarding the Platinum Series Sound Processor or your suggestions to improve our products. Please feel free to contact Advanced Bionics or discuss your suggestions with your implant professional. - Page 39 Advanced Bionics, Platinum Series™, and IntelliLink™ are trademarks of Advanced Bionics, LLC in the United States of America and other countries. This device is protected under one or more of the following U.S. Patents: 4,400,590, 4,405,831, 4,495,917, 4,686,765, 4,721,551, 4,819,647, 4,837,049, 4,931,795,...
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