Auxiliary Microphone; Telecoil Pickup - Advanced Bionics Platinum Series User Manual

Auxiliary Microphone

You may fi nd that using the auxiliary microphone (also called a lapel microphone)
is preferable in some or all listening environments. The auxiliary microphone can be
hand-held or worn on your lapel or collar. You may want to experiment with several
microphone positions to fi nd out which location is best for you.
To use the auxiliary microphone:
1. Turn the processor off by turning the program switch to the off (o) setting.
2. Plug the auxiliary microphone into the auxiliary jack located on the side of
the processor.
3. Place the microphone in a secure position using the cable clip provided.
4. Turn the processor on by turning the program switch to ,
on which program you want, and adjust the volume and sensitivity as necessary.
To use the auxiliary microphone, the PSP must contain a program set up for
auxiliary input.
5. Turn your processor off prior to removing the auxiliary microphone.
When the auxiliary microphone is used, the microphone located in the headpiece
may remain on or shut off depending on how your system is programmed by your
audiologist. Please verify program setting with your audiologist to ensure the setting
is appropriate for use with your auxiliary microphone.
IMPORTANT: The auxiliary microphone provided by AB is designed to work
specifi cally with your processor. For this reason, please do not use
any microphone other than the ones designated by AB for the PSP.

Telecoil Pickup

The telecoil pickup provides an interface to audio induction loop assistive listening
systems, (e.g., "room loops" and "neck loops") and 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. For use with a hearing aid compatible
telephone, attach the suction cup to the earpiece of the telephone receiver. When
using the telecoil pickup with a telephone having a textured (non-smooth) fi nish, it
will be necessary to hold the telecoil pickup in place while using the telephone.
HINT: It may be necessary to move the telecoil pickup around the earpiece of the
telephone receiver to fi nd the best signal, or "sweet spot."
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