Why miss a decibel of vroom vroom? Siemens Explorer. Tested by kids. Trusted by experts. Answers for life.

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1 Why miss a decibel of vroom vroom? Siemens Explorer. Tested by kids. Trusted by experts. Hearing systems exclusively made for kids to enjoy every decibel of life. Answers for life.

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3 Fairy tales: 45 decibels The purr of a cat. The crunch of grass beneath little feet. The soothing rhythm of a bedtime story. Every shade of sound teaches children something new about life. Let s make sure they enjoy every decibel of it. Siemens Explorer. Made for the magic of childhood. 3

4 Tested by Julia, Peter & Sarah. 4 4

5 Trusted by experts. Thinking big about small ears The future is in children s hands. That s why we put such great emphasis on their hearing. Siemens not only offers dedicated solutions for children, but also for their different ages. The new Siemens Explorer 500 M has all the kid-friendly features of the 500 P, but is made for even tinier ears. So children have more choice, comfort and power, no matter how big their plans, or small their ears. Exclusively for children While most pediatric hearing instruments are simply smaller versions of adult devices, Siemens Explorer is designed exclusively for a child s lifestyle. It s bundled with the latest hearing techno logy, fully compatible with nearly all FM systems, and easily upgradeable, so it is the ideal hearing instrument for infants, toddlers, and teens alike. Siemens Explorer is very versatile. It can be adjusted to match age specific needs, and uses the most recent research findings to define age appropriate settings. Expert collaboration Siemens supported studies focused on pedriatric audiology and worked with leading researchers to develop Siemens Explorer. These studies explored topics such as the use of noise reduction systems and directional microphone systems with children 1,2. Siemens Explorer is the first pediatric hearing instrument to incorporate the findings of these studies. Growing together Flexible enough to adapt to the constantly changing needs of growing children and sensitive enough to meet the requirements of infants, Siemens Explorer helps children discover their world through all the stages of childhood. 1 R. Bentler, PhD; D. Stiles, PhD; B. Kirby, PhD; Impact of Digital Noise Reduction on Pediatric Performance. Presentation at NHS 2008, Como, Italy. 2 TYC Ching, PhD; H. Dillon, PhD; AO O Brien, PhD; L. Hartley, PhD; D. Hartley, PhD; G. Racevich, PhD; Does directional microphone technology in hearing aids benefit young children in real life? Presentation at NHS 2008, Como, Italy. 5

6 Tested by Julia. Made for real life. Siemens Explorer is ready for the rough and tumble world of childhood. Equipped with a host of safety features, it is one of the safest hearing instruments available for children. Siemens Explorer is nanocoated to repel dirt and grease. This coating helps the instrument retain its sheen even after extended use. Beneath the surface, the tough housing protects the instrument from bumps and drops. So parents can breathe easy, knowing that the instrument can pass the test of childhood. Siemens Explorer also features a baby-safe battery door lock to prevent children from pulling out the battery. The battery door uses a metal pin locking mechanism that s capable of withstanding more than 20 Newtons of force, so children can t open it. But parents can easily open the battery door using a small screwdriver. Every Siemens Explorer instrument comes with a small undamped pediatric ear hook, designed specifically for babies and younger kids. It s easy to screw on but difficult to screw off. So babies can t take it off the instrument. Siemens Explorer s rugged push button gives fingertip access to all its program modes. It has a rounded cover and cannot be bitten or chewed off. While older kids can easily switch the instrument on or off and change instrument modes using the push button, babies and toddlers can t. Designed to withstand a child s curiosity and built to last, Siemens Explorer is well prepared for the crib, school, and playground. 6

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8 Tested by Peter. Made for discovery. 8 Just like kids, Siemens Explorer may be lacking in size, but not intelligence! Its kid-proof shell protects a host of powerful and sophisticated features specially designed to help kids learn about their world. Up to 85 db real ear insertion gain Little ears need small hearing instruments, but also lots of power. Siemens Explorer offers up to 85 db real ear insertion gain for infants 1. With the perfect balance between size and power, Siemens Explorer 500 M and 500 P are versatile enough to fit kids of all ages. Moreover, in cases where hearing loss increases with age, kids and parents don t have to worry about finding a new device every time a change is detected. Siemens Explorer s amplification can be easily adjusted to suit changing hearing needs. Multi-channel output limiting Siemens Explorer s multi-channel output limiting system allows you to precisely match frequency-specific Maximum Power Output (MPO) targets in order to prevent uncomfortable loudness. And Siemens Explorer s unique output limiting system, best described as a smart combination of a multichannel Automatic Gain Control- Output (AGC-O) and a broadband AGC-O, automatically accounts for the loudness summation effect. This is because broadband sounds have been shown to lower uncomfortable levels (UCL) than narrowband sounds. Extended frequency range High frequency speech sounds are important for speech understanding and clarity. Clinical studies indicate that hearing instruments with extended frequency range may improve speech understanding and language acquisition of hearing-impaired children 2. So we designed Siemens Explorer with an extended frequency range of Hz, which supports language acquisition by allowing children to hear words more distinctly. Direct audio input with speech activated FM Direct Audio Input (DAI) is made for connecting kids to school. This empowering technology literally brings a teacher or parent s voice directly into a child s little ears. It lets kids follow everything the teacher says in school, and it delivers the voice of parents to infants with hearing loss.

9 Fully compatible with virtually all FM transmitters used in schools, the Direct Audio Input feature lets kids of all ages establish dedicated audio connections with parents, teachers, and other caregivers. In addition, Siemens Explorer s Speech activated FM feature allows fully automatic operation of the DAI. When no FM signal is received, Siemens Explorer automatically activates the microphone. But as soon as speech is detected coming from the FM system, it quickly and automatically switches to the FM setting. Multi-channel compression system More channels mean greater flexibility. With direct access to individual compression ratios and compression knee points in up to 12 channels 3, you can precisely match a child s prescriptive targets and map the sounds of life into the child s residual dynamic range. 1 Up to 136 db output and 73 db gain with 500 P, and 126 db output and 60 db gain with 500 M. 2 Stelmachowicz PG, Lewis DE, Choi S, Hoover B. Effect of stimulus bandwidth on auditory skills in normal-hearing and hearing-impaired children. Ear Hear Aug; 28(4): channels in Siemens Explorer 500 M, and 8 channels in 500 P One smart cookie: 68 decibels 9

10 Audibility-focused Speech and Noise Management Kids should be aware of their surroundings at all times. Designed to support language acquisition in children, Siemens Explorer s advanced audibility focused speech and noise management technology makes speech audible even in noisy environments without completely eliminating surrounding sounds. So children hear what is said to them, and also discover new sounds around them. It controls the noise reduction and directional microphone system to appropriately amplify ambient sounds. However, if speech is present, it is given priority. No sounds are completely suppressed because other surrounding sounds like the honking of an approaching car are also very important for the development of the child s cognition and auditory system. Automatic directional microphone system Kids repeat words they hear. The more words they hear, the faster they learn. Siemens Explorer s automatic directional microphone system is particularly useful for pre-school and school-aged children. It helps them focus better and hear clearly, enabling them to develop language skills faster. To fulfill the specific needs of all age groups, the microphone system can be set to omnidirectional, static directional, adaptive directional, and automatic. In the automatic mode, Siemens Explorer only activates directivity when speech in noise is detected. At other times directivity is disabled to support incidental learning. FeedbackBlocker with acoustic fingerprint technology Children are quick to make associations. So, if a loving hug from a parent triggers feedback, it can cause the child to shy away

11 But with Siemens Explorer s built-in FeedbackBlocker, that s not a problem. This automatic system quickly and reliably detects feedback signals, eliminating them before they become audible. So kids and their parents can have affectionate moments without worrying about feedback. ewindscreen A soothing burst of autumn breeze shouldn t sound like a tornado. That s why Siemens Explorer has ewindscreen installed. The advanced ewindscreen lets children experience the pleasure of playing outside without having to worry about bothersome over-amplified wind noise. Hearing programs Life doesn t always sound the same. Sometimes it s quiet. Sometimes it s bustling and noisy. To match the various situations in life, Siemens Explorer is equipped with up to five individual hearing programs. School children can quickly adjust their instruments to audio shoe mode to follow a lecture in class, and then switch back to universal mode to enjoy the hullabaloo of recess. ClinicalFit, the pediatric fitting workflow, offers a variety of additional program presets that can be optimized to match the needs of different age groups. AutoPhone Kids are always on the phone these days. So Siemens Explorer is equipped with an optional AutoPhone feature. It automatically switches the instrument to the T-coil mode, which lets kids connect directly to the phone. This feature is particularly useful for older kids who love to chat with their friends. For use with induction loops in churches or concert halls, the T-coil mode can also be activated manually. SoundSmoothing A kid s life is full of sudden noises. The bouncing of a ball, rustling paper, and ringing doorbells are all transient sounds that can startle and disturb kids if they are amplified the same way as speech sounds. To ensure this doesn t happen, Siemens Explorer is equipped with SoundSmoothing, an ultra-fast transient noise suppression system. This feature quickly detects and softens impulsive sounds, so kids can enjoy childhood without being irritated by those loud fleeting sounds. Power-on delay The power-on delay feature eliminates the possibility of feedback whistling while putting on the instruments. DataLogging With Siemens Explorer s DataLogging Feature, you can track how children wear their hearing instruments. DataLogging records relevant information like program usage, environmental analysis, and wearing time. So the next time you see your little patient, you can quickly and accurately fine-tune the instruments based on all the information recorded. 11

12 Made for delicate little ears. They say good things come in small packages. Siemens Explorer 500 M and 500 P are both designed to fit snuggly and comfortably behind children s ears, yet offer the flexibility of choice based on a child s ear size and hearing requirements. But no matter which small you pick, Siemens Explorer is packed with the latest child-friendly hearing technology, designed to make sound a great joy in your child s life. Ear hook Tubing 12 Earmold Inserting the hearing instrument First insert the earmold into your child s ear, pushing gently until it is seated firmly. Then lift the tubing and ear hook over the top of the ear and adjust it comfortably behind the ear.

13 1 Programmable volume control The transparent volume control for full flexibility. 3 2 Programmable push button Siemens Explorer s rugged baby-proof programmable push button gives fingertip access to all its programs. 3 Robust screw-on ear hook The pediatric ear hook is easy to screw on, but hard to unscrew, so babies can t take it off P 4 Water-resistant nanocoating This coating helps the instrument repel dirt and moisture. 5 Audio shoe The audio shoe enables direct audio connection. It is compatible with most FM systems and provides an excellent signal-to-noise ratio for learning in school or at home Open the battery compartment. 2. Lift the audio input cover and close the battery compartment. 3. Place the gold contacts of the audio shoe against the audio input contacts of Explorer and rotate the audio shoe forward until it clicks into place. 4. To remove the audio shoe, rotate the audio shoe in the opposite direction and close the audio input cover of Explorer. 6 Baby-safe battery door The battery door lock resists forces of more than 20 N, which is equivalent to the weight of more than 4.4 lbs (2 kg) pulling on the batterycompartment. It s virtually impossible for infants and toddlers to open M 7 LED visual status indicator The optional LED (only 500 P) indicates the status of the instrument. The convenient positioning of the LED lets you and teachers check the instrument without removing it from the child s ear. 13

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16 Tested by Sarah. Made for bonding. Bonding with friends is a big part of teens lives. And as they get more tech-savvy, there s no better way to help them connect than with a gadget that lets them do it all wirelessly. Siemens Explorer s Tek option lets them stream audio content, in true stereo, from mobile phones, MP3 players, televisions, and other audio sources, directly to their hearing instruments. The Tek package consists of the versatile Tek Connect remote control and the Tek Transmitter Bluetooth adapter. They come pre-paired, so kids can quickly and easily transform an ordinary audio source into a high fidelity Bluetooth wireless system. With Tek, teens can enjoy outstanding wireless connectivity within a range of 30 feet (10 meters). Unlike conventional Bluetooth systems that have noticeable transmission delays, Tek s proprietary Bluetooth protocol, developed by Siemens, provides disturbance-free listening with exceptionally low transmission delays. For even greater convenience, wearers can connect their MP3 players and other portable devices directly to the remote control, using the included 2.5 mm stereo input, and enjoy wireless connectivity on the go. Tek gives kids the power to transform their hearing instruments into precision-paired high performance stereo headphones. So they can truly be one with their world. 16

17 Tek gives teens control of all their favorite audio devices. Wirelessly. The complimentary Tek belt clip allows teens to take their tunes with them. Wherever. Whenever. 17

18 Made for budding personalities. Children s desires to express their personalities have as much to do with what they communicate about themselves visually as they do vocally. That s why it is important to allow them the fun and freedom to select and style their hearing instruments themselves. Siemens Explorer comes in 16 playful colors, including transparent and baby colors, to appeal to a wide range of tastes. And it s so easy for Hearing Care Professionals to change the covers, so that children can always find new ways of expressing themselves as they grow. Self-expression: 63 decibels A rainbow of choices. 18

19 Siemens provides a complimentary Disney pediatric kit to patients 18 years of age and younger with the purchase of their hearing instrument. A sticker book full of imaginative ways your child can personalize instruments. From spaceships and superheroes, to fairies and flowers, there are over 40 designs to inspire creative young minds. 19

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21 Made to fit like a glove. The new fitting software, Connexx 6.3, is truly fit for a prince or a princess. Because just like Siemens Explorer, its ClinicalFit workflow software is just for kids. Specially developed for pediatric hearing instrument fittings, and based on extensive research and the experience of experts, it ensures you can give your young patients the best possible fit. ClinicalFit ClinicalFit is a workflow in Connexx 6, which was specially developed for pediatric hearing aid fittings. It is intended to support the clinical work of pediatric audiologists and Hearing Care Professionals and ensure a safe and efficient fitting process. ClinicalFit contains several options to select different measurement methods and units, supports direct RECD and verification measurements via Unity, as well as the insertion of individual data. Statistical, age-related corrections are also available. In doing so, ClinicalFit helps making the most of all available audiological data to ensure an optimal fitting for every child. 21

22 Made for comfort. A quick comparison of the array of advanced features available in the Siemens Explorer 500 M and 500 P, and the color options they are available in. NATURAL SOUND e2e wireless 2.0 SoundBalance (only available with Tek ) AGC-I Compression System (channels) AGC-O Output limitation (channels/programming handles) SOUND COMFORT Speech and Noise Management SoundSmoothing ewindscreen Advanced Directional Microphone System FeedbackBlocker Adaptive Melody Beeps LEARNING Data Logging CONNECTIVITY TEK Optional Accessories epen ProPocket Description Synchronizes advanced signal processing, controls both instruments and provides better sound localization Treble control allows wearer to individualize sound quality preferences Multi-Channel dynamic range compression for more comfortable listening to various loudness levels Multi-Channel output limiting to prevent loud sounds from reaching uncomfortable levels Automatically reduces background noise while isolating and enhancing speech Isolates and softens sudden, annoying noises for a more pleasant listening experience Monitors the environment for wind noise and automatically softens it Proven to improve speech understanding by softening background noise in challenging situations Automatically searches for and reduces or eliminates feedback whistling Ensures that acoustical signals are always audible for the wearer Records data like program usage and microphone modes for more precise and efficient fine tuning Optional Bluetooth wireless technology enhancement system that connects to favorite audio devices Ultra-discreet, pen-like remote that controls instrument functions Traditional remote control for instruments with larger, easy-to-use buttons 22

23 Siemens Explorer 500 M 500 P Beige Explorer 500 M Explorer 500 P /4 8/4 off + 5 steps off + 3 steps on / off Automatic multichannel-adaptive off + 6 steps off + 3 steps on / off Automatic multichannel-adaptive Granite Grey Brown Black Silver Color Exchange Kits Translucent Blue Translucent Green Translucent Purple Translucent Pink Translucent Orange Transparent Blue Yellow Light Blue Light Pink Made for clarity. 23

24 Local Contact Information The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by Siemens AG is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. Information in this brochure is subject to change without notice. Copyright 2009 Siemens Hearing Instruments, Inc. All rights reserved. Global Business Unit Siemens Audiologische Technik GmbH Gebbertstrasse Erlangen Germany Phone: Siemens Hearing Instruments, Inc. P.O. Box 1397 Piscataway, NJ Phone: (800) Fax: (732) Siemens Hearing Instruments A Division of Siemens Canada Limited 320 Pinebush Road, Cambridge, ON, N1T 1Z6 Phone: (800) Fax: (888) Global Siemens Headquarters Siemens AG Wittelsbacherplatz Muenchen Germany Global Siemens Healthcare Headquarters Siemens AG Healthcare Sector Henkestrasse Erlangen Germany Phone: Legal Manufacturer Siemens Audiologische Technik GmbH Gebbertstrasse 125 DE Erlangen Germany / P208 2K SHI/