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guide Beltone Electronics
Company Name: Address:
ongoing series of Technology Guide product surveys. On the following pages,
Bernafon
2601 Patriot Blvd Glenview, IL 60026 (800) 621-1275 www.beltone.com
200 Cottontail Lane, Building B Somerset, NJ 08873 (888) 941-4203 www.bernafon-us.com
1) W hat is your product’s name and model designation?
Force FRC95
Xtreme 120
you’ll find we’ve pulled together quite a collection of Power BTEs from the
2) W hat was the month and year of the product’s introduction?
January 2008
March 2007
3) O f the following pricing classes, what best describes this product?
Mid/High Level
Mid Level
to power aids, but decided to include
4) O f the following power classifications, which best describes this product?
Super Power
Super Power
high power and super power as well. If
5) W hat is the maximum power output of this device?
141 dB
140
6) W hat are the recommended fitting ranges?
n Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) Severe (70-90 dB HL) Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
n Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) Severe (70-90 dB HL) Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
7) W hat is the HF Average OSPL90 of the device?
133 dB
140 dB SPL
8) W hat is the HF Average Full-On Gain of the device?
73 dB
82 dB
9) W hat is the frequency response of this model?
120-4810 Hz
100-4000 Hz
10) Please specify this model’s coupling system:
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
11) How many channels or bands are employed in the device?
9 Channels
5
12) Earmold options include
Instant-fit occluding (with or without vents) Instant-fit non-occluding n Custom-fit occluding (with or without vents) n Custom-fit non-occluding
n n n n
13) What fitting formulae are available for programming?
n NAL-NR NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 DSL-4.0
n NAL-NR n NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 n DSL-4.0
14) Which of the following features are included in the product?
Directional microphone system n Manual VC/memories Remote control VC/memories n Noise reduction n Speech enhancement n Feedback cancellation Occlusion management Wind noise management n Frequency lowering n Datalogging Self-learning Wax guard system Water resistance Vent estimation/compensation Voice/alerting indicators (eg, low battery alert) Rechargeable battery n Telecoil n FM system compatibility Bluetooth compatibility
n Directional microphone system n Manual VC/memories Remote control VC/memories n Noise reduction Speech enhancement n Feedback cancellation Occlusion management Wind noise management Frequency lowering Datalogging Self-learning n Wax guard system Water resistance Vent estimation/compensation Voice/alerting indicators (eg, low battery alert) Rechargeable battery n Telecoil n FM system compatibility Bluetooth compatibility
15) If there is a directional system, what best describes the directional/memory mode function of this model?
None
None
16) What is the number of listening programs or memories?
Two extra listing programs or memories
Three extra listing programs or memories
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17) W hat battery sizes are available for the hearing aid?
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10 13
DSL-5.0 n P roprietary algorithm n Other(s)
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Bernafon
Company Name: Address:
Electone
200 Cottontail Lane, Building B Somerset, NJ 08873 (888) 941-4203 www.bernafon-us.com
1124 Florida Central Pkwy Longwood, FL 32750 (800) 423-7483 www.electoneonline.com
1) W hat is your product’s name and model designation?
PRIO 112 VC
Figaro 4 Power
2) W hat was the month and year of the product’s introduction?
November 2006
September 2007
Tango 3 Super Power Non-Programmable November 2006
3) O f the following pricing classes, what best describes this product?
Mid Level
Mid/High Level
Low/Mid Level
4) O f the following power classifications, which best describes this product?
Power
Power
Super Power
5) W hat is the maximum power output of this device?
133
130 dB
139 dB
6) W hat are the recommended fitting ranges?
Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
n Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) Severe (70-90 dB HL) Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
7) W hat is the HF Average OSPL90 of the device?
133 dB SPL
125 dB
127 dB
8) W hat is the HF Average Full-On Gain of the device?
71 dB
58 dB
63 dB
9) W hat is the frequency response of this model?
140-5200 Hz
200 Hz to 6500 Hz
200-4800 Hz
10) Please specify this model’s coupling system:
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
11) How many channels or bands are employed in the device?
7
4 Channels
Single channel
12) Earmold options include
n n n n
13) What fitting formulae are available for programming?
n NAL-NR n NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 n DSL-4.0
14) Which of the following features are included in the product?
n n n n n n n n n n n
Instant-fit occluding (with or without vents) n Instant-fit occluding (with or without vents) n Instant-fit occluding (with or without vents) Instant-fit non-occluding Instant-fit non-occluding Instant-fit non-occluding Custom-fit occluding (with or without vents) n Custom-fit occluding (with or without vents) n Custom-fit occluding (with or without vents) Custom-fit non-occluding Custom-fit non-occluding Custom-fit non-occluding DSL-5.0 n P roprietary algorithm n Other(s)
Directional microphone system Manual VC/memories Remote control VC/memories Noise reduction Speech enhancement Feedback cancellation Occlusion management Wind noise management Frequency lowering Datalogging Self-learning Wax guard system Water resistance Vent estimation/compensation Voice/alerting indicators (eg, low battery alert) Rechargeable battery Telecoil FM system compatibility Bluetooth compatibility
NAL-NR n NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 DSL-4.0
n DSL-5.0 P roprietary algorithm Other(s)
n Directional microphone system n Manual VC/memories Remote control VC/memories n Noise reduction Speech enhancement n Feedback cancellation Occlusion management Wind noise management Frequency lowering Datalogging Self-learning Wax guard system n Water resistance n Vent estimation/compensation n Voice/alerting indicators (eg, low battery alert) Rechargeable battery n Telecoil n FM system compatibility n Bluetooth compatibility
NAL-NR NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 DSL-4.0
n
n
n n
Directional microphone system Manual VC/memories Remote control VC/memories Noise reduction Speech enhancement Feedback cancellation Occlusion management Wind noise management Frequency lowering Datalogging Self-learning Wax guard system Water resistance Vent estimation/compensation Voice/alerting indicators (eg, low battery alert) Rechargeable battery Telecoil FM system compatibility Bluetooth compatibility
15) If there is a directional system, what best describes the directional/memory mode function of this model?
Fixed directional only
Manual switching between directional/ omnidirectional modes
None
16) What is the number of listening programs or memories?
Three extra listing programs or memories
Four extra listing programs or memories
No Answer
17) W hat battery sizes are available for the hearing aid?
10 n 13
10 n 13
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Electone
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Interton
1124 Florida Central Pkwy Longwood, FL 32750 (800) 423-7483 www.electoneonline.com
8001 Bloomington Fwy Bloomington, MN 55420 (800) 247-4741 www.interton-usa.com
1) W hat is your product’s name and model designation?
Tango Pro Super Power
Elipse Power
2) W hat was the month and year of the product’s introduction?
June 2008
January 2009
Mid Level 3) O f the following pricing classes, what best describes this product?
Mid/High Level
4) O f the following power classifications, Super Power which best describes this product?
Super Power
5) W hat is the maximum power output of this device?
138 dB
141dB SPL
6) W hat are the recommended fitting ranges?
n Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) Severe (70-90 dB HL) Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
n Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) Severe (70-90 dB HL) Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
7) W hat is the HF Average OSPL90 of the device?
132 dB
133 dB
8) W hat is the HF Average Full-On Gain of the device?
69 dB
71 dB
9) W hat is the frequency response of this model?
160-4600 Hz
100-3600 Hz
10) Please specify this model’s coupling system:
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
11) How many channels or bands are employed in the device?
2 Channels
9 Channels
12) Earmold options include
n Instant-fit occluding (with or without vents) Instant-fit occluding (with or without vents) Instant-fit non-occluding Instant-fit non-occluding n Custom-fit occluding (with or without vents) n Custom-fit occluding (with or without vents) Custom-fit non-occluding n Custom-fit non-occluding
13) What fitting formulae are available for programming?
n NAL-NR n NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 DSL-4.0
14) Which of the following features are included in the product?
Directional microphone system n Manual VC/memories Remote control VC/memories n Noise reduction Speech enhancement n Feedback cancellation Occlusion management Wind noise management Frequency lowering Datalogging Self-learning Wax guard system n Water resistance n Vent estimation/compensation n Voice/alerting indicators (eg, low battery alert) Rechargeable battery n Telecoil n FM system compatibility Bluetooth compatibility
Directional microphone system n Manual VC/memories Remote control VC/memories n Noise reduction n Speech enhancement n Feedback cancellation n Occlusion management n Wind noise management Frequency lowering Datalogging Self-learning n Wax guard system Water resistance Vent estimation/compensation n Voice/alerting indicators (eg, low battery alert) Rechargeable battery n Telecoil n FM system compatibility Bluetooth compatibility
15) If there is a directional system, what best describes the directional/memory mode function of this model?
None
None
16) What is the number of listening programs or memories?
Three extra listing programs or memories
Three extra listing programs or memories
17) W hat battery sizes are available for the hearing aid?
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n DSL-5.0 P roprietary algorithm Other(s)
312 n 6 75
NAL-NR n NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 n DSL-4.0
10 13
DSL-5.0 n P roprietary algorithm Other(s)
312 n 6 75
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guide Oticon Inc
Company Name: Address:
29 School House Rd Somerset, NJ 08875 (800) 526-3921 www.oticonusa.com
1) W hat is your product’s name and model designation?
Epoq XW RITE Power
Sumo DM
VIGO Pro RITE Power
2) W hat was the month and year of the product’s introduction?
October 2008
March 2005
October 2008
3) O f the following pricing classes, what best describes this product?
Premium Level
Premium Level
Mid Level
4) O f the following power classifications, which best describes this product?
Power
Super Power
Power
5) W hat is the maximum power output of this device?
124 dB
140 dB
124 dB
6) W hat are the recommended fitting ranges?
Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) n Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
n Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) Severe (70-90 dB HL) Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) n Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
7) W hat is the HF Average OSPL90 of the device?
2 cc coupler pk 124 Ave 119
140
124 pk 119 HFA
8) W hat is the HF Average Full-On Gain of the device?
2 cc coupler pk 55 HFA 52
82
55 pk 52 HFA
9) W hat is the frequency response of this model?
100-10000
100-4900
100-8000 Hz
10) Please specify this model’s coupling system:
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
11) How many channels or bands are employed in the device?
10
8
8
12) Earmold options include
n Instant-fit occluding (with or without vents) Instant-fit occluding (with or without vents) n Instant-fit occluding (with or without vents) Instant-fit non-occluding Instant-fit non-occluding Instant-fit non-occluding n Custom-fit occluding (with or without vents) n Custom-fit occluding (with or without vents) n Custom-fit occluding (with or without vents) Custom-fit non-occluding Custom-fit non-occluding Custom-fit non-occluding
13) What fitting formulae are available for programming?
n NAL-NR NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 DSL-4.0
14) Which of the following features are included in the product?
n n n n n n n n n n n n n n n n n n
DSL-5.0 n P roprietary algorithm Other(s)
Directional microphone system Manual VC/memories Remote control VC/memories Noise reduction Speech enhancement Feedback cancellation Occlusion management Wind noise management Frequency lowering Datalogging Self-learning Wax guard system Water resistance Vent estimation/compensation Voice/alerting indicators (eg, low battery alert) Rechargeable battery Telecoil FM system compatibility Bluetooth compatibility
n NAL-NR NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 DSL-4.0
DSL-5.0 P roprietary algorithm Other(s)
n NAL-NR NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 DSL-4.0
Directional microphone system n Manual VC/memories Remote control VC/memories n Noise reduction Speech enhancement n Feedback cancellation Occlusion management Wind noise management Frequency lowering Datalogging Self-learning Wax guard system n Water resistance n Vent estimation/compensation Voice/alerting indicators (eg, low battery alert) Rechargeable battery n Telecoil n FM system compatibility Bluetooth compatibility
n n n n n n n n n n n n n n n
n DSL-5.0 P roprietary algorithm Other(s)
Directional microphone system Manual VC/memories Remote control VC/memories Noise reduction Speech enhancement Feedback cancellation Occlusion management Wind noise management Frequency lowering Datalogging Self-learning Wax guard system Water resistance Vent estimation/compensation Voice/alerting indicators (eg, low battery alert) Rechargeable battery Telecoil FM system compatibility Bluetooth compatibility
15) If there is a directional system, what best describes the directional/memory mode function of this model?
Multichannel fully adaptive directionality
None
Multichannel fully adaptive directionality
16) What is the number of listening programs or memories?
Four extra listing programs or memories
Three extra listing programs or memories
Four extra listing programs or memories
17) W hat battery sizes are available for the hearing aid?
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technology guide Phonak
Company Name: Address:
4520 Weaver Pkwy Warrenville, IL 60563 (800) 777-7333 www.phonak-us.com
1) W hat is your product’s name and model designation?
Naida V SP PowerHearing
Naida V UP PowerHearing
Exelia SP
2) W hat was the month and year of the product’s introduction?
May 2008
February 2008
April 2008
3) O f the following pricing classes, what best describes this product?
Mid/High Level
Mid/High Level
Premium Level
4) O f the following power classifications, which best describes this product?
High Power
Mid/High Level
High Power
5) W hat is the maximum power output of this device?
140 dB
142 dB
134 dB
6) W hat are the recommended fitting ranges?
Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) n Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) n Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
n Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) n Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) n Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
7) W hat is the HF Average OSPL90 of the device?
140 dB SPL
144 dB SPL
139 dB SPL
8) W hat is the HF Average Full-On Gain of the device?
75 dB
85 dB
75 dB
9) W hat is the frequency response of this model?
90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) n Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
NAL-NR n NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 n DSL-4.0
10 13
DSL-5.0 n P roprietary algorithm n Other(s)
312 n 6 75
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technology guide Siemens Hearing Instruments Inc
Company Name: Address:
10 Constitution Ave Piscataway, NJ 08855 (800) 766-4500 www.usa.siemens.com/hearing
1) W hat is your product’s name and model designation?
CENTRA HP
Motion 500 P
Motion 700
2) W hat was the month and year of the product’s introduction?
January 2006
November 2008
November 2008
3) O f the following pricing classes, what best describes this product?
Mid/High Level
Mid/High Level
Premium Level
4) O f the following power classifications, which best describes this product?
High Power
Power
Power
5) W hat is the maximum power output of this device?
136 dB
130 dB
130 dB
6) W hat are the recommended fitting ranges?
n Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) n Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) n Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
7) W hat is the HF Average OSPL90 of the device?
136 dB
130 dB
130 dB
8) W hat is the HF Average Full-On Gain of the device?
75 dB
70 dB
70 dB
9) W hat is the frequency response of this model?
90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) n Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
n n n n n
7) W hat is the HF Average OSPL90 of the device?
134
128
128
8) W hat is the HF Average Full-On Gain of the device?
72
64
64
9) W hat is the frequency response of this model?
200-5000 Hz ANSI 2 cc coupler
200-6400 Hz ANSI 2 cc coupler
200-6400 Hz ANSI 2 cc coupler
10) Please specify this model’s coupling system:
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
11) How many channels or bands are employed in the device?
8 Channels/12 Bands
8 Channels/10 Bands
8 Channels/12 Bands
12) Earmold options include
Instant-fit occluding (with or without vents) Instant-fit non-occluding n Custom-fit occluding (with or without vents) Custom-fit non-occluding
n n n n
13) What fitting formulae are available for programming?
n NAL-NR n NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 n DSL-4.0
n NAL-NR n NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 n DSL-4.0
14) Which of the following features are included in the product?
n Directional microphone system n Manual VC/memories Remote control VC/memories n Noise reduction n Speech enhancement n Feedback cancellation n Occlusion management n Wind noise management n Frequency lowering n Datalogging Self-learning n Wax guard system Water resistance n Vent estimation/compensation n Voice/alerting indicators (eg, low battery alert) Rechargeable battery n Telecoil n FM system compatibility Bluetooth compatibility
n Directional microphone system n Manual VC/memories Remote control VC/memories n Noise reduction n Speech enhancement n Feedback cancellation n Occlusion management n Wind noise management Frequency lowering n Datalogging Self-learning n Wax guard system Water resistance n Vent estimation/compensation n Voice/alerting indicators (eg, low battery alert) Rechargeable battery n Telecoil n FM system compatibility Bluetooth compatibility
n Directional microphone system n Manual VC/memories Remote control VC/memories n Noise reduction n Speech enhancement n Feedback cancellation n Occlusion management n Wind noise management Frequency lowering n Datalogging Self-learning n Wax guard system Water resistance n Vent estimation/compensation n Voice/alerting indicators (eg, low battery alert) Rechargeable battery n Telecoil n FM system compatibility Bluetooth compatibility
15) If there is a directional system, what best describes the directional/memory mode function of this model?
Automatic switching between omni and directional listening programs
Automatic switching between omni and directional listening programs
Automatic switching between omni and directional listening programs
16) What is the number of listening programs or memories?
Four extra listing programs or memories
Four extra listing programs or memories
Four extra listing programs or memories
10 n 13
10 n 13
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Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) Severe (70-90 dB HL) Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
Instant-fit occluding (with or without vents) Instant-fit non-occluding Custom-fit occluding (with or without vents) Custom-fit non-occluding n DSL-5.0 n P roprietary algorithm n Other(s)
312 6 75
n n n n n
n n n n
Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) Severe (70-90 dB HL) Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
Instant-fit occluding (with or without vents) Instant-fit non-occluding Custom-fit occluding (with or without vents) Custom-fit non-occluding
n NAL-NR n NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 n DSL-4.0
n DSL-5.0 n P roprietary algorithm n Other(s)
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technology guide Unitron Hearing
Company Name: Address:
2300 Berkshire Lane N, Suite A Plymouth, MN 55443 (800) 888-8882 www.unitronhearing.com
1) W hat is your product’s name and model designation?
360+ Super Power
Next 16 Power
Yuu High Power
2) W hat was the month and year of the product’s introduction?
November 2008
May 2008
November 2007
3) O f the following pricing classes, what best describes this product?
Mid/High Level
Mid/High Level
Premium Level
4) O f the following power classifications, which best describes this product?
Super Power
Power
High Power
5) W hat is the maximum power output of this device?
141 dB
130 dB
135 dB
6) W hat are the recommended fitting ranges?
n Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) n Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) n Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) n Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
n Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) n Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
7) W hat is the HF Average OSPL90 of the device?
132 dB
125 dB
128 dB
8) W hat is the HF Average Full-On Gain of the device?
72 dB
60 dB
65 dB
9) W hat is the frequency response of this model?
90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) n Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) n Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) n Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) n Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) n Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
7) W hat is the HF Average OSPL90 of the device?
133 dB SPL
124 dB SPL
124 dB SPL
8) W hat is the HF Average Full-On Gain of the device?
77 dB
60 dB
59 dB
9) W hat is the frequency response of this model?
100 - 5050 Hz
100 - 6800 Hz
100 - 6850 Hz
10) Please specify this model’s coupling system:
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
11) How many channels or bands are employed in the device?
3
5
15
12) Earmold options include
Instant-fit occluding (with or without vents) Instant-fit occluding (with or without vents) Instant-fit occluding (with or without vents) Instant-fit non-occluding Instant-fit non-occluding Instant-fit non-occluding n Custom-fit occluding (with or without vents) n Custom-fit occluding (with or without vents) n Custom-fit occluding (with or without vents) Custom-fit non-occluding Custom-fit non-occluding Custom-fit non-occluding
13) What fitting formulae are available for programming?
NAL-NR NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 DSL-4.0
DSL-5.0 n P roprietary algorithm Other(s)
NAL-NR NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 DSL-4.0
DSL-5.0 n P roprietary algorithm Other(s)
NAL-NR NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 DSL-4.0
DSL-5.0 n P roprietary algorithm Other(s)
Directional microphone system n Manual VC/memories Remote control VC/memories Noise reduction Speech enhancement Feedback cancellation Occlusion management Wind noise management Frequency lowering Datalogging Self-learning Wax guard system Water resistance Vent estimation/compensation Voice/alerting indicators (eg, low battery alert) Rechargeable battery n Telecoil n FM system compatibility Bluetooth compatibility
n Directional microphone system n Manual VC/memories Remote control VC/memories n Noise reduction Speech enhancement n Feedback cancellation n Occlusion management n Wind noise management Frequency lowering n Datalogging Self-learning Wax guard system Water resistance Vent estimation/compensation Voice/alerting indicators (eg, low battery alert) Rechargeable battery n Telecoil n FM system compatibility Bluetooth compatibility
n n n n n n n n n n
15) If there is a directional system, what best describes the directional/memory mode function of this model?
None
Broadband fully adaptive directionality
Multichannel fully adaptive directionality
16) What is the number of listening programs or memories?
Three extra listing programs or memories
Four extra listing programs or memories
Five or more extra listing programs or memories
10 n 13
10 n 13
14) Which of the following features are included in the product?
17) W hat battery sizes are available for the hearing aid?
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guide Beltone Electronics
Company Name: Address:
ongoing series of Technology Guide product surveys. On the following pages,
Bernafon
2601 Patriot Blvd Glenview, IL 60026 (800) 621-1275 www.beltone.com
200 Cottontail Lane, Building B Somerset, NJ 08873 (888) 941-4203 www.bernafon-us.com
1) W hat is your product’s name and model designation?
Force FRC95
Xtreme 120
you’ll find we’ve pulled together quite a collection of Power BTEs from the
2) W hat was the month and year of the product’s introduction?
January 2008
March 2007
3) O f the following pricing classes, what best describes this product?
Mid/High Level
Mid Level
to power aids, but decided to include
4) O f the following power classifications, which best describes this product?
Super Power
Super Power
high power and super power as well. If
5) W hat is the maximum power output of this device?
141 dB
140
6) W hat are the recommended fitting ranges?
n Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) Severe (70-90 dB HL) Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
n Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) Severe (70-90 dB HL) Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
7) W hat is the HF Average OSPL90 of the device?
133 dB
140 dB SPL
8) W hat is the HF Average Full-On Gain of the device?
73 dB
82 dB
9) W hat is the frequency response of this model?
120-4810 Hz
100-4000 Hz
10) Please specify this model’s coupling system:
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
11) How many channels or bands are employed in the device?
9 Channels
5
12) Earmold options include
Instant-fit occluding (with or without vents) Instant-fit non-occluding n Custom-fit occluding (with or without vents) n Custom-fit non-occluding
n n n n
13) What fitting formulae are available for programming?
n NAL-NR NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 DSL-4.0
n NAL-NR n NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 n DSL-4.0
14) Which of the following features are included in the product?
Directional microphone system n Manual VC/memories Remote control VC/memories n Noise reduction n Speech enhancement n Feedback cancellation Occlusion management Wind noise management n Frequency lowering n Datalogging Self-learning Wax guard system Water resistance Vent estimation/compensation Voice/alerting indicators (eg, low battery alert) Rechargeable battery n Telecoil n FM system compatibility Bluetooth compatibility
n Directional microphone system n Manual VC/memories Remote control VC/memories n Noise reduction Speech enhancement n Feedback cancellation Occlusion management Wind noise management Frequency lowering Datalogging Self-learning n Wax guard system Water resistance Vent estimation/compensation Voice/alerting indicators (eg, low battery alert) Rechargeable battery n Telecoil n FM system compatibility Bluetooth compatibility
15) If there is a directional system, what best describes the directional/memory mode function of this model?
None
None
16) What is the number of listening programs or memories?
Two extra listing programs or memories
Three extra listing programs or memories
industry’s top manufacturers. Initially, we questioned whether to limit this survey
“power” is in the name, it’s in the game. And beyond what’s presented here, there are more to be found on our Web site, www.hearingreview.com, where you can download PDFs of this complete survey as well as the previous ones.
POWER
BTE Hearing Aids
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10 13
DSL-5.0 n P roprietary algorithm n Other(s)
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guide
Bernafon
Company Name: Address:
Electone
200 Cottontail Lane, Building B Somerset, NJ 08873 (888) 941-4203 www.bernafon-us.com
1124 Florida Central Pkwy Longwood, FL 32750 (800) 423-7483 www.electoneonline.com
1) W hat is your product’s name and model designation?
PRIO 112 VC
Figaro 4 Power
2) W hat was the month and year of the product’s introduction?
November 2006
September 2007
Tango 3 Super Power Non-Programmable November 2006
3) O f the following pricing classes, what best describes this product?
Mid Level
Mid/High Level
Low/Mid Level
4) O f the following power classifications, which best describes this product?
Power
Power
Super Power
5) W hat is the maximum power output of this device?
133
130 dB
139 dB
6) W hat are the recommended fitting ranges?
Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
n Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) Severe (70-90 dB HL) Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
7) W hat is the HF Average OSPL90 of the device?
133 dB SPL
125 dB
127 dB
8) W hat is the HF Average Full-On Gain of the device?
71 dB
58 dB
63 dB
9) W hat is the frequency response of this model?
140-5200 Hz
200 Hz to 6500 Hz
200-4800 Hz
10) Please specify this model’s coupling system:
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
11) How many channels or bands are employed in the device?
7
4 Channels
Single channel
12) Earmold options include
n n n n
13) What fitting formulae are available for programming?
n NAL-NR n NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 n DSL-4.0
14) Which of the following features are included in the product?
n n n n n n n n n n n
Instant-fit occluding (with or without vents) n Instant-fit occluding (with or without vents) n Instant-fit occluding (with or without vents) Instant-fit non-occluding Instant-fit non-occluding Instant-fit non-occluding Custom-fit occluding (with or without vents) n Custom-fit occluding (with or without vents) n Custom-fit occluding (with or without vents) Custom-fit non-occluding Custom-fit non-occluding Custom-fit non-occluding DSL-5.0 n P roprietary algorithm n Other(s)
Directional microphone system Manual VC/memories Remote control VC/memories Noise reduction Speech enhancement Feedback cancellation Occlusion management Wind noise management Frequency lowering Datalogging Self-learning Wax guard system Water resistance Vent estimation/compensation Voice/alerting indicators (eg, low battery alert) Rechargeable battery Telecoil FM system compatibility Bluetooth compatibility
NAL-NR n NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 DSL-4.0
n DSL-5.0 P roprietary algorithm Other(s)
n Directional microphone system n Manual VC/memories Remote control VC/memories n Noise reduction Speech enhancement n Feedback cancellation Occlusion management Wind noise management Frequency lowering Datalogging Self-learning Wax guard system n Water resistance n Vent estimation/compensation n Voice/alerting indicators (eg, low battery alert) Rechargeable battery n Telecoil n FM system compatibility n Bluetooth compatibility
NAL-NR NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 DSL-4.0
n
n
n n
Directional microphone system Manual VC/memories Remote control VC/memories Noise reduction Speech enhancement Feedback cancellation Occlusion management Wind noise management Frequency lowering Datalogging Self-learning Wax guard system Water resistance Vent estimation/compensation Voice/alerting indicators (eg, low battery alert) Rechargeable battery Telecoil FM system compatibility Bluetooth compatibility
15) If there is a directional system, what best describes the directional/memory mode function of this model?
Fixed directional only
Manual switching between directional/ omnidirectional modes
None
16) What is the number of listening programs or memories?
Three extra listing programs or memories
Four extra listing programs or memories
No Answer
17) W hat battery sizes are available for the hearing aid?
10 n 13
10 n 13
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technology guide Company Name: Address:
Electone
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Interton
1124 Florida Central Pkwy Longwood, FL 32750 (800) 423-7483 www.electoneonline.com
8001 Bloomington Fwy Bloomington, MN 55420 (800) 247-4741 www.interton-usa.com
1) W hat is your product’s name and model designation?
Tango Pro Super Power
Elipse Power
2) W hat was the month and year of the product’s introduction?
June 2008
January 2009
Mid Level 3) O f the following pricing classes, what best describes this product?
Mid/High Level
4) O f the following power classifications, Super Power which best describes this product?
Super Power
5) W hat is the maximum power output of this device?
138 dB
141dB SPL
6) W hat are the recommended fitting ranges?
n Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) Severe (70-90 dB HL) Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
n Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) Severe (70-90 dB HL) Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
7) W hat is the HF Average OSPL90 of the device?
132 dB
133 dB
8) W hat is the HF Average Full-On Gain of the device?
69 dB
71 dB
9) W hat is the frequency response of this model?
160-4600 Hz
100-3600 Hz
10) Please specify this model’s coupling system:
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
11) How many channels or bands are employed in the device?
2 Channels
9 Channels
12) Earmold options include
n Instant-fit occluding (with or without vents) Instant-fit occluding (with or without vents) Instant-fit non-occluding Instant-fit non-occluding n Custom-fit occluding (with or without vents) n Custom-fit occluding (with or without vents) Custom-fit non-occluding n Custom-fit non-occluding
13) What fitting formulae are available for programming?
n NAL-NR n NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 DSL-4.0
14) Which of the following features are included in the product?
Directional microphone system n Manual VC/memories Remote control VC/memories n Noise reduction Speech enhancement n Feedback cancellation Occlusion management Wind noise management Frequency lowering Datalogging Self-learning Wax guard system n Water resistance n Vent estimation/compensation n Voice/alerting indicators (eg, low battery alert) Rechargeable battery n Telecoil n FM system compatibility Bluetooth compatibility
Directional microphone system n Manual VC/memories Remote control VC/memories n Noise reduction n Speech enhancement n Feedback cancellation n Occlusion management n Wind noise management Frequency lowering Datalogging Self-learning n Wax guard system Water resistance Vent estimation/compensation n Voice/alerting indicators (eg, low battery alert) Rechargeable battery n Telecoil n FM system compatibility Bluetooth compatibility
15) If there is a directional system, what best describes the directional/memory mode function of this model?
None
None
16) What is the number of listening programs or memories?
Three extra listing programs or memories
Three extra listing programs or memories
17) W hat battery sizes are available for the hearing aid?
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312 n 6 75
NAL-NR n NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 n DSL-4.0
10 13
DSL-5.0 n P roprietary algorithm Other(s)
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guide Oticon Inc
Company Name: Address:
29 School House Rd Somerset, NJ 08875 (800) 526-3921 www.oticonusa.com
1) W hat is your product’s name and model designation?
Epoq XW RITE Power
Sumo DM
VIGO Pro RITE Power
2) W hat was the month and year of the product’s introduction?
October 2008
March 2005
October 2008
3) O f the following pricing classes, what best describes this product?
Premium Level
Premium Level
Mid Level
4) O f the following power classifications, which best describes this product?
Power
Super Power
Power
5) W hat is the maximum power output of this device?
124 dB
140 dB
124 dB
6) W hat are the recommended fitting ranges?
Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) n Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
n Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) Severe (70-90 dB HL) Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) n Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
7) W hat is the HF Average OSPL90 of the device?
2 cc coupler pk 124 Ave 119
140
124 pk 119 HFA
8) W hat is the HF Average Full-On Gain of the device?
2 cc coupler pk 55 HFA 52
82
55 pk 52 HFA
9) W hat is the frequency response of this model?
100-10000
100-4900
100-8000 Hz
10) Please specify this model’s coupling system:
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
11) How many channels or bands are employed in the device?
10
8
8
12) Earmold options include
n Instant-fit occluding (with or without vents) Instant-fit occluding (with or without vents) n Instant-fit occluding (with or without vents) Instant-fit non-occluding Instant-fit non-occluding Instant-fit non-occluding n Custom-fit occluding (with or without vents) n Custom-fit occluding (with or without vents) n Custom-fit occluding (with or without vents) Custom-fit non-occluding Custom-fit non-occluding Custom-fit non-occluding
13) What fitting formulae are available for programming?
n NAL-NR NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 DSL-4.0
14) Which of the following features are included in the product?
n n n n n n n n n n n n n n n n n n
DSL-5.0 n P roprietary algorithm Other(s)
Directional microphone system Manual VC/memories Remote control VC/memories Noise reduction Speech enhancement Feedback cancellation Occlusion management Wind noise management Frequency lowering Datalogging Self-learning Wax guard system Water resistance Vent estimation/compensation Voice/alerting indicators (eg, low battery alert) Rechargeable battery Telecoil FM system compatibility Bluetooth compatibility
n NAL-NR NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 DSL-4.0
DSL-5.0 P roprietary algorithm Other(s)
n NAL-NR NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 DSL-4.0
Directional microphone system n Manual VC/memories Remote control VC/memories n Noise reduction Speech enhancement n Feedback cancellation Occlusion management Wind noise management Frequency lowering Datalogging Self-learning Wax guard system n Water resistance n Vent estimation/compensation Voice/alerting indicators (eg, low battery alert) Rechargeable battery n Telecoil n FM system compatibility Bluetooth compatibility
n n n n n n n n n n n n n n n
n DSL-5.0 P roprietary algorithm Other(s)
Directional microphone system Manual VC/memories Remote control VC/memories Noise reduction Speech enhancement Feedback cancellation Occlusion management Wind noise management Frequency lowering Datalogging Self-learning Wax guard system Water resistance Vent estimation/compensation Voice/alerting indicators (eg, low battery alert) Rechargeable battery Telecoil FM system compatibility Bluetooth compatibility
15) If there is a directional system, what best describes the directional/memory mode function of this model?
Multichannel fully adaptive directionality
None
Multichannel fully adaptive directionality
16) What is the number of listening programs or memories?
Four extra listing programs or memories
Three extra listing programs or memories
Four extra listing programs or memories
17) W hat battery sizes are available for the hearing aid?
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technology guide Phonak
Company Name: Address:
4520 Weaver Pkwy Warrenville, IL 60563 (800) 777-7333 www.phonak-us.com
1) W hat is your product’s name and model designation?
Naida V SP PowerHearing
Naida V UP PowerHearing
Exelia SP
2) W hat was the month and year of the product’s introduction?
May 2008
February 2008
April 2008
3) O f the following pricing classes, what best describes this product?
Mid/High Level
Mid/High Level
Premium Level
4) O f the following power classifications, which best describes this product?
High Power
Mid/High Level
High Power
5) W hat is the maximum power output of this device?
140 dB
142 dB
134 dB
6) W hat are the recommended fitting ranges?
Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) n Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) n Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
n Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) n Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) n Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
7) W hat is the HF Average OSPL90 of the device?
140 dB SPL
144 dB SPL
139 dB SPL
8) W hat is the HF Average Full-On Gain of the device?
75 dB
85 dB
75 dB
9) W hat is the frequency response of this model?
90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) n Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
NAL-NR n NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 n DSL-4.0
10 13
DSL-5.0 n P roprietary algorithm n Other(s)
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technology guide Siemens Hearing Instruments Inc
Company Name: Address:
10 Constitution Ave Piscataway, NJ 08855 (800) 766-4500 www.usa.siemens.com/hearing
1) W hat is your product’s name and model designation?
CENTRA HP
Motion 500 P
Motion 700
2) W hat was the month and year of the product’s introduction?
January 2006
November 2008
November 2008
3) O f the following pricing classes, what best describes this product?
Mid/High Level
Mid/High Level
Premium Level
4) O f the following power classifications, which best describes this product?
High Power
Power
Power
5) W hat is the maximum power output of this device?
136 dB
130 dB
130 dB
6) W hat are the recommended fitting ranges?
n Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) n Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) n Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
7) W hat is the HF Average OSPL90 of the device?
136 dB
130 dB
130 dB
8) W hat is the HF Average Full-On Gain of the device?
75 dB
70 dB
70 dB
9) W hat is the frequency response of this model?
90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) n Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
n n n n n
7) W hat is the HF Average OSPL90 of the device?
134
128
128
8) W hat is the HF Average Full-On Gain of the device?
72
64
64
9) W hat is the frequency response of this model?
200-5000 Hz ANSI 2 cc coupler
200-6400 Hz ANSI 2 cc coupler
200-6400 Hz ANSI 2 cc coupler
10) Please specify this model’s coupling system:
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
11) How many channels or bands are employed in the device?
8 Channels/12 Bands
8 Channels/10 Bands
8 Channels/12 Bands
12) Earmold options include
Instant-fit occluding (with or without vents) Instant-fit non-occluding n Custom-fit occluding (with or without vents) Custom-fit non-occluding
n n n n
13) What fitting formulae are available for programming?
n NAL-NR n NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 n DSL-4.0
n NAL-NR n NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 n DSL-4.0
14) Which of the following features are included in the product?
n Directional microphone system n Manual VC/memories Remote control VC/memories n Noise reduction n Speech enhancement n Feedback cancellation n Occlusion management n Wind noise management n Frequency lowering n Datalogging Self-learning n Wax guard system Water resistance n Vent estimation/compensation n Voice/alerting indicators (eg, low battery alert) Rechargeable battery n Telecoil n FM system compatibility Bluetooth compatibility
n Directional microphone system n Manual VC/memories Remote control VC/memories n Noise reduction n Speech enhancement n Feedback cancellation n Occlusion management n Wind noise management Frequency lowering n Datalogging Self-learning n Wax guard system Water resistance n Vent estimation/compensation n Voice/alerting indicators (eg, low battery alert) Rechargeable battery n Telecoil n FM system compatibility Bluetooth compatibility
n Directional microphone system n Manual VC/memories Remote control VC/memories n Noise reduction n Speech enhancement n Feedback cancellation n Occlusion management n Wind noise management Frequency lowering n Datalogging Self-learning n Wax guard system Water resistance n Vent estimation/compensation n Voice/alerting indicators (eg, low battery alert) Rechargeable battery n Telecoil n FM system compatibility Bluetooth compatibility
15) If there is a directional system, what best describes the directional/memory mode function of this model?
Automatic switching between omni and directional listening programs
Automatic switching between omni and directional listening programs
Automatic switching between omni and directional listening programs
16) What is the number of listening programs or memories?
Four extra listing programs or memories
Four extra listing programs or memories
Four extra listing programs or memories
10 n 13
10 n 13
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Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) Severe (70-90 dB HL) Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
Instant-fit occluding (with or without vents) Instant-fit non-occluding Custom-fit occluding (with or without vents) Custom-fit non-occluding n DSL-5.0 n P roprietary algorithm n Other(s)
312 6 75
n n n n n
n n n n
Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) Severe (70-90 dB HL) Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
Instant-fit occluding (with or without vents) Instant-fit non-occluding Custom-fit occluding (with or without vents) Custom-fit non-occluding
n NAL-NR n NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 n DSL-4.0
n DSL-5.0 n P roprietary algorithm n Other(s)
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technology guide Unitron Hearing
Company Name: Address:
2300 Berkshire Lane N, Suite A Plymouth, MN 55443 (800) 888-8882 www.unitronhearing.com
1) W hat is your product’s name and model designation?
360+ Super Power
Next 16 Power
Yuu High Power
2) W hat was the month and year of the product’s introduction?
November 2008
May 2008
November 2007
3) O f the following pricing classes, what best describes this product?
Mid/High Level
Mid/High Level
Premium Level
4) O f the following power classifications, which best describes this product?
Super Power
Power
High Power
5) W hat is the maximum power output of this device?
141 dB
130 dB
135 dB
6) W hat are the recommended fitting ranges?
n Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) n Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) n Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) n Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
n Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) n Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
7) W hat is the HF Average OSPL90 of the device?
132 dB
125 dB
128 dB
8) W hat is the HF Average Full-On Gain of the device?
72 dB
60 dB
65 dB
9) W hat is the frequency response of this model?
90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) n Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) n Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) n Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
Severe to Profound (>90 dB HL) n Severe (70-90 dB HL) n Moderate-to-Severe (55-69 dB HL) n Mild-to-Moderate (40-54 dB HL) Mild (20-39 dB HL)
7) W hat is the HF Average OSPL90 of the device?
133 dB SPL
124 dB SPL
124 dB SPL
8) W hat is the HF Average Full-On Gain of the device?
77 dB
60 dB
59 dB
9) W hat is the frequency response of this model?
100 - 5050 Hz
100 - 6800 Hz
100 - 6850 Hz
10) Please specify this model’s coupling system:
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
n 2 cc Coupler 711 Coupler In Situ Manufacturing Coupler Other
11) How many channels or bands are employed in the device?
3
5
15
12) Earmold options include
Instant-fit occluding (with or without vents) Instant-fit occluding (with or without vents) Instant-fit occluding (with or without vents) Instant-fit non-occluding Instant-fit non-occluding Instant-fit non-occluding n Custom-fit occluding (with or without vents) n Custom-fit occluding (with or without vents) n Custom-fit occluding (with or without vents) Custom-fit non-occluding Custom-fit non-occluding Custom-fit non-occluding
13) What fitting formulae are available for programming?
NAL-NR NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 DSL-4.0
DSL-5.0 n P roprietary algorithm Other(s)
NAL-NR NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 DSL-4.0
DSL-5.0 n P roprietary algorithm Other(s)
NAL-NR NAL-NL1 NAL-NL2 DSL-4.0
DSL-5.0 n P roprietary algorithm Other(s)
Directional microphone system n Manual VC/memories Remote control VC/memories Noise reduction Speech enhancement Feedback cancellation Occlusion management Wind noise management Frequency lowering Datalogging Self-learning Wax guard system Water resistance Vent estimation/compensation Voice/alerting indicators (eg, low battery alert) Rechargeable battery n Telecoil n FM system compatibility Bluetooth compatibility
n Directional microphone system n Manual VC/memories Remote control VC/memories n Noise reduction Speech enhancement n Feedback cancellation n Occlusion management n Wind noise management Frequency lowering n Datalogging Self-learning Wax guard system Water resistance Vent estimation/compensation Voice/alerting indicators (eg, low battery alert) Rechargeable battery n Telecoil n FM system compatibility Bluetooth compatibility
n n n n n n n n n n
15) If there is a directional system, what best describes the directional/memory mode function of this model?
None
Broadband fully adaptive directionality
Multichannel fully adaptive directionality
16) What is the number of listening programs or memories?
Three extra listing programs or memories
Four extra listing programs or memories
Five or more extra listing programs or memories
10 n 13
10 n 13
14) Which of the following features are included in the product?
17) W hat battery sizes are available for the hearing aid?
16
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10 13
312 n 6 75
312 6 75
n n n n
Directional microphone system Manual VC/memories Remote control VC/memories Noise reduction Speech enhancement Feedback cancellation Occlusion management Wind noise management Frequency lowering Datalogging Self-learning Wax guard system Water resistance Vent estimation/compensation Voice/alerting indicators (eg, low battery alert) Rechargeable battery Telecoil FM system compatibility Bluetooth compatibility
312 6 75
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