Hearing Solutions Catalog

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1 Spring 2009 Hearing Solutions Catalog S Series E Series Earmolds Vents

2 Contents Introduction S Series Hearing Instruments S Series and Drive Architecture Introduction S Series Feature Summary S Series Feature Chart S Series RIC Hearing Instruments S Series RIC S Series RIC Technical Specifications S Series RIC AP S Series RIC AP Technical Specifications S Series Custom Hearing Instruments S Series Custom Hearing Instruments S Series Custom Hearing Instruments Technical Specifications E Series Hearing Instruments E Series Introduction E Series RIC Technical Specifications E Series RIC AP E Series RIC AP Technical Specifications E Series Custom Hearing Instruments E Series Custom Hearing Instruments Technical Specifications Earmold Selections Earmold Style Versus Hearing Loss Factors to Consider When Choosing Materials Custom Earmold Colors Available Materials Custom Earmold Materials Custom Earmold Styles Venting Guide Venting Options

3 Today s advances in multi-core, open architecture technology are making it possible for Starkey to invent hearing solutions more powerful and precise than ever before. More important, our next generation hearing instruments are creating broader appeal among a new generation of hearing professionals who place equal emphasis on technology and design for their patients. Why sacrifice when you can have it all? 1

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5 S Series Hearing Instruments Hearing System S Series and Drive Architecture Introduction 4 S Series Feature Summary 6 S Series Feature Chart 10

6 S Series Hearing Instruments S Series The Most Complete, Advanced Line of Hearing Instruments Thanks to Drive Architecture and the extraordinary new features it makes possible, S Series is the most complete and advanced line of hearing instruments, designed to fit the widest range of patients and lifestyles. 4

7 Drive Architecture Proven Performance. Maximum Everything. At the heart of every S Series hearing instrument is Starkey s newest, state-of-the-art integrated circuit platform, Drive Architecture, designed to deliver maximum performance, maximum power and maximum patient satisfaction. Powered by multi-core technology, Drive Architecture utilizes independent and fully programmable open architecture processors that efficiently carry out tasks in parallel by utilizing simultaneous multi-threading technology (SMT). Drive Architecture triples the processing power of previous platforms, allowing for super efficient, high-speed multitasking of signal processing algorithms for better performance. All this, while significantly improving battery life over our previous technology platform. 5

8 S Series Feature Summary S Series boasts Starkey s newest, best-in-class features, so your patients can experience more with superior comfort, greater clarity, improved directionality and speech audibility. Starkey s industry-leading PureWave Feedback Eliminator puts S Series in a class all its own with more robust feedback cancellation and intelligent artifact elimination to ensure your patients get the best possible performance in every listening environment. Acoustic Scene Analyzer (ASA) is Starkey s newest integrated system for maximizing performance in noise and preserving speech recognition. Able to instantly classify incoming signals based on unique acoustic characteristics, ASA can seamlessly select and implement the most appropriate algorithms individually or collectively, resulting in the best possible acoustic response at every moment in time. The result is the highest level of patient comfort and clarity in noise while emphasizing speech preservation. Based on clinical performance measures and patient proven results InVision Directionality, our industry-leading directional system, is designed to better perform in highly complex backgrounds of noise. S Series boasts the highest mean DI scores and the lowest operational noise floor, helping patients significantly increase their understanding in noise. In addition to superior directionality, Starkey s new acoustic pattern recognition system, AudioScape, with patented, real-time environment detection and classification, adapts to any listening environment by seamlessly adjusting to the patient s preferred settings. An important part of this patented classification process includes a channel-specific signal-to-noise ratio calculation to ensure that speech is always given priority. Starkey was the first company to integrate real-ear measurement into a hearing aid. Now Live Real Ear Measurement in the S Series takes this capability to the next level. With this system and the power of Inspire fitting software, you can see the hearing aid output in your patient s ear, in real-ear SPL, while the system evaluates the hearing aid response and matches to your selected target providing you with the most precise fitting information available. 6

9 T 2 is a new breakthrough technology from Starkey that allows your patients to control their hearing aids using any cell or touch-tone phone, avoiding the need to carry additional hardware. T 2 discreetly and instantly classifies the touch-tone signal and automatically adjusts. Voice Indicators alert your patient to the status of their hearing aid, low battery, memory and telephone modes in their choice of male or female voices in a wide variety of languages. Self Check allows you and your patients to perform a diagnostic check of the microphone, circuit and receiver by opening and closing the battery door three times. This information is then retained for you to view and use in counseling. Reminder offers you the option of programming audible voice or tone reminders for follow-up appointments and maintenance checks. Automatic Telephone Solutions (ATS) automatically detects telephone use and adjusts to the optimal acoustic frequency response for telephone listening. Music & Television Performance offers new memory programs designed for optimal performance for two of the most important environments based on patient feedback. With Inspire 2009 you now have a more personal, accurate way to fit and counsel your patient including enhanced Live Real Ear Measurement, Live Speech Mapping and e-stat. A precise fitting is critical to creating successful patient outcomes, which is why this system is integrated into all S Series models and technology levels. Live 3D Speech Mapping allows you to verify how the hearing aid processes speech, or any live acoustic input, in real time. Additionally, the Live Speech Mapping display engages the patient and family in the fitting process, resulting in greater understanding and acceptance. 7

10 S Series Feature Summary, cont d With Lifestyle Solutions, you can discuss the various environments your patients experience throughout their daily lives to help determine the technology level that is most appropriate for their lifestyle. Let patients and their loved ones experience the impact hearing loss can have by giving a live demonstration with our Hearing Loss Simulator, which has been enhanced to feature writing tools that allow you to draw or make comments directly on the screen that can be printed out for your patients. Surround Town continues to be the best breakthrough audio simulator of its time and gives your patients a deeper understanding of real-world listening environments and challenges. 8

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12 Vibrant Active Sound Imaging PureWave Feedback Eliminator Optimal high-resolution sound imaging with frequency shaping in all 16 channels and 16 bands High-resolution sound imaging with frequency shaping in 12 channels and 12 bands Acoustic Scene Analyzer Premium Advanced AudioScape Precision Comfort Control 16-channel environmental adaptation 12-channel environmental adaptation AudioScape Environments 6 5 Speech Machine Noise Speech and Noise Wind Other Noise Quiet Adaptation Levels 5 4 Time Constant Adjustability InVision Directionality Automatic Telephone Solutions T 2 (Touch-Tone) Live Real Ear Measurements 3D Live Speech Mapping Live Speech Mapping Leisure Listening Music 4 genres TV Reminder Indicators Level-Dependent Speech Level-Dependent Tone Self Check In-Situ Audiometry Auto Path Verify Comfort Data Logging Memories

13 Social Calm Frequency shaping in 8 channels and 8 bands 6 channels and 6 bands Select 8-channel environmental adaptation Standard 6-channel environmental adaptation 3 (on/off) 3 (on/off)

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15 RIC Hearing Instruments S Series RIC 14 S Series RIC Technical Specifications 16 S Series RIC AP 18 S Series RIC AP Technical Specifications 20 S Series RIC Hearing Instruments

16 S Series RIC A RIC for Every Wearer, Every Hearing Loss S Series RIC Hearing Instruments The S Series is the first full receiver-in-canal (RIC) product line to offer a beautiful, comfortable option for all levels of hearing loss from mild to severe. The extraordinary power and performance of Drive Architecture allows you to quickly and accurately fit more patients than ever before with a receiver-in-canal hearing solution that offers unparalleled feedback cancellation, directionality, environmental adaptation and comfort. When fit open, S Series has the widest fitting range and most usable high-frequency bandwidth of any open fit instrument in its class. 14

17 FEATURES S Series RIC RIC /40 RIC /50 Maximum Output Up to 30dB Reduction in 2dB Steps (range varies by channel) Compression Threshold 24dB Range in 4dB Steps Compression Ratio 1:1 3:1 (range varies by channel) Power-on Delay Standard Color Guide Sterling Champagne Slate Pearl Bronze Onyx 15

18 Hearing Level in db (HL) FOG 50 (db) OSPL90 (dbspl) Hearing Level in db (HL) FOG 50 (db) OSPL90 (dbspl) RIC Receiver-In-Canal S Series RIC 40 Gain Receiver S Series RIC 40 2cc 0 60 OSPL90 FOG K 2K 4K 8K Frequency (Hz) Frequency (Hz) S Series RIC 40 with open earbud (light blue), occluded earbud (dark blue), and custom occluded earmold (gray) fitting range. OSPL90 (blue) and Full-On Gain (gray) curves for the S Series RIC at 110/40. S Series RIC 50 Gain Receiver S Series RIC 50 2cc 0 60 OSPL90 FOG K 2K 4K 8K Frequency (Hz) Frequency (Hz) S Series RIC 50 with open earbud (light blue), occluded earbud (dark blue), and custom occluded earmold (gray) fitting range. OSPL90 (blue) and Full-On Gain (gray) curves for the S Series RIC at 115/50. Measurement Conditions and Recommendations The data for S Series are obtained and performance is expressed according to ANSI S3.22 (2003), IEC (2005) and IEC (1983) with Amendment 1 ( ). The Starkey proprietary Real Time Analyzer as well as the Starkey Automated Design Verification Test System (SADVTS) comprise the basic test equipment. Data may be subject to change with product refinement. Because of the adaptive signal processing capabilities of S Series hearing instruments, the hearing instrument must be set to test mode to compare the actual performance of the hearing instrument with these specifications. S Series hearing instruments may be set to test mode with Inspire by reading the hearing aid and selecting the Hearing Aid Test screen from the menu on the left side of the Inspire window, then selecting the Full On Gain button. RF IMMUNITY LEVEL: These hearing instruments have a cell phone immunity rating of M4. For your cell phone to be compatible with these hearing instruments, the cell phone needs an immunity rating of M1 or higher. Please consult your cell phone specifications for your cell phone immunity rating. 16

19 S Series RIC ANSI/IEC Data 40 Gain Data 50 Gain Data Measurement ANSI/IEC 2cc Coupler IEC OES Coupler ANSI/IEC 2cc Coupler IEC OES Coupler Peak OSPL90 (db SPL) HFA OSPL90 (db SPL) 102 NA 108 NA RTF OSPL90 (db SPL) NA 110 NA 116 Peak Gain (db) HFA Full-On Gain (db) 31 NA 44 NA RTF Full-On Gain (db) NA 39 NA 51 Frequency Range (Hz) NA NA Reference Test Frequency (khz) NA 1.6 NA 1.6 HFA Frequencies (khz) 1.0, 1.6, 2.5 NA 1.0, 1.6, 2.5 NA Reference Test Gain (db) Harmonic Distortion 500 Hz (%) <3 <3 <3 <3 800 Hz (%) <3 <3 <3 < Hz (%) <3 <3 <3 <3 Equivalent Input Noise (db SPL) <25 <25 <25 <25 Attack and Release Time (ANSI/IEC) Test Mode Attack Time (ms) Release Time 0.1s (ms) Release Time 2.0s (ms) Induction Coil Sensitivity HFA SPLITS (ANSI) (db SPL) NA NA NA NA MASL (IEC) (db SPL) NA NA NA NA ANSI/IEC Battery Current (ma) Estimated Battery Life for 16-Hour Day Idle Current (ma) Zinc Air (days)

20 S Series RIC AP ABSOLUTE POWER Our newest innovation is the S Series AP our Absolute Power hearing instrument the best performing, most powerful RIC on the market. S Series AP is patient proven and offers between 60 and 71dB of peak gain. Now even your patients with severe hearing loss can enjoy the discreet style, design and comfort of a RIC without sacrificing power and performance. 18

21 FEATURES S Series RIC AP RIC /60 RIC /71 Maximum Output Up to 30dB Reduction in 2dB Steps (range varies by channel) Compression Threshold 24dB Range in 4dB Steps Compression Ratio 1:1 3:1 (range varies by channel) Power-on Delay Standard Color Guide Sterling Champagne Slate Pearl Bronze Onyx 19

22 Hearing Level in db (HL) FOG 50 (db) OSPL90 (dbspl) Hearing Level in db (HL) FOG 50 (db) OSPL90 (dbspl) RIC AP Receiver-In-Canal S Series RIC AP 60 Gain Receiver S Series RIC AP 60 2cc 0 OSPL90 FOG K 2K 4K 8K Frequency (Hz) Frequency (Hz) S Series RIC AP 60 with custom occluded earmold fitting range. OSPL90 (blue) and Full-On Gain (gray) curves for the S Series RIC AP at 123/60. S Series RIC AP 71 Gain Receiver S Series RIC AP 71 2cc 0 OSPL90 FOG K 2K 4K 8K Frequency (Hz) Frequency (Hz) S Series RIC AP 71 with custom occluded earmold fitting range. OSPL90 (blue) and Full-On Gain (gray) curves for the S Series RIC AP at 131/71. Measurement Conditions and Recommendations The data for S Series are obtained and performance is expressed according to ANSI S3.22 (2003), IEC (2005) and IEC (1983) with Amendment 1 ( ). The Starkey proprietary Real Time Analyzer as well as the Starkey Automated Design Verification Test System (SADVTS) comprise the basic test equipment. Data may be subject to change with product refinement. Because of the adaptive signal processing capabilities of S Series hearing instruments, the hearing instrument must be set to test mode to compare the actual performance of the hearing instrument with these specifications. S Series hearing instruments may be set to test mode with Inspire by reading the hearing aid and selecting the Hearing Aid Test screen from the menu on the left side of the Inspire window, then selecting the Full On Gain button. RF IMMUNITY LEVEL: These hearing instruments have a cell phone immunity rating of M4. For your cell phone to be compatible with these hearing instruments, the cell phone needs an immunity rating of M1 or higher. Please consult your cell phone specifications for your cell phone immunity rating. 20

23 S Series RIC AP ANSI/IEC Data 60 Gain Data 71 Gain Data Measurement ANSI/IEC 2cc Coupler IEC OES Coupler ANSI/IEC 2cc Coupler IEC OES Coupler Peak OSPL90 (db SPL) HFA OSPL90 (db SPL) 115 NA 125 NA RTF OSPL90 (db SPL) NA 127 NA 136 Peak Gain (db) HFA Full-On Gain (db) 52 NA 64 NA RTF Full-On Gain (db) NA 63 NA 75 Frequency Range (Hz) NA NA Reference Test Frequency (khz) NA 1.6 NA 1.6 HFA Frequencies (khz) 1.0, 1.6, 2.5 NA 1.0, 1.6, 2.5 NA Reference Test Gain (db) Harmonic Distortion 500 Hz (%) <3 <3 <3 <3 800 Hz (%) <3 <3 <3 < Hz (%) <3 <3 <3 <3 Equivalent Input Noise (db SPL) <25 <25 <25 <25 Attack and Release Time (ANSI/IEC) Test Mode Attack Time (ms) Release Time 0.1s (ms) Release Time 2.0s (ms) Induction Coil Sensitivity HFA SPLITS (ANSI) (db SPL) NA NA NA NA MASL (IEC) (db SPL) NA NA NA NA ANSI/IEC Battery Current (ma) Estimated Battery Life for 16-Hour Day Idle Current (ma) Zinc Air (days)

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25 Custom Hearing Instruments S Series Custom Hearing Instuments 24 S Series Custom Hearing Instruments Technical Specifications 26 S Series Custom Hearing Instruments

26 S Series Custom Hearing Instruments As the recognized expert in custom hearing instruments, Starkey has integrated breakthrough features directly into hearing instruments and fitting software so even our custom hearing instruments are built for maximum comfort and guaranteed to fit the first time. S Series Custom Hearing Instruments Our master craftsmanship in custom fittings and proprietary open vent options combined with our industry-leading feedback cancellation result in custom instruments that deliver an accurate fitting with superior comfort and performance on patients you never thought possible. 24

27 FEATURES S Series Custom Hearing Instruments ITE Up to 131/71 HS/ITC Up to 131/71 CIC Up to 131/71 Maximum Output Up to 20dB Reduction in 2dB Steps (range varies by channel) Compression Threshold 24dB Range in 4dB Steps Compression Ratio 1:1 3:1 (range varies by channel) Power-on Delay Standard Color Guide Faceplate Colors Pink Light Brown Medium Brown Chestnut Dark Brown Shell Colors Pink Light Brown Clear Blue/Red Dark Brown 25

28 FOG 50 (db) OSPL90 (dbspl) FOG 50 (db) OSPL90 (dbspl) Hearing Level in db (HL) FOG 50 (db) OSPL90 (dbspl) ITE, HS, ITC, CIC In-The-Ear, Half-Shell, In-The-Canal, Completely-In-Canal S Series Custom Products Fitting Ranges S Series ITC 71 2cc 0 80 OSPL90 FOG K 2K 4K 8K Frequency (Hz) Frequency (Hz) S Series ITE (light blue) and HS/ITC, CIC (dark blue) fitting range. OSPL90 (blue) and Full-On Gain (gray) curves for the S Series HS/ITC at the highest matrix of 131/71. S Series ITE 71 2cc S Series CIC 71 2cc 80 OSPL90 FOG OSPL90 FOG Frequency (Hz) Frequency (Hz) OSPL90 (blue) and Full-On Gain (gray) curves for the S Series ITE at the highest matrix of 131/71. OSPL90 (blue) and Full-On Gain (gray) curves for the S Series CIC at the highest matrix of 131/71. Measurement Conditions and Recommendations The data for S Series are obtained and performance is expressed according to ANSI S3.22 (2003), IEC (2005) and IEC (1983) with Amendment 1 ( ). The Starkey proprietary Real Time Analyzer as well as the Starkey Automated Design Verification Test System (SADVTS) comprise the basic test equipment. Data may be subject to change with product refinement. Because of the adaptive signal processing capabilities of S Series hearing instruments, the hearing instrument must be set to test mode to compare the actual performance of the hearing instrument with these specifications. S Series hearing instruments may be set to test mode with Inspire by reading the hearing aid and selecting the Hearing Aid Test screen from the menu on the left side of the Inspire window, then selecting the Full On Gain button. RF IMMUNITY LEVEL: These hearing instruments have a cell phone immunity rating of M4/T4. For your cell phone to be compatible with these hearing instruments, the cell phone needs an immunity rating of M1/T1 or higher. Please consult your cell phone specifications for your cell phone immunity rating. 26

29 S Series Custom Hearing Instruments ANSI/IEC Data ITE HS/ITC CIC Measurement ANSI/IEC 2cc Coupler IEC OES Coupler ANSI/IEC 2cc Coupler IEC OES Coupler ANSI/IEC 2cc Coupler IEC OES Coupler Peak OSPL90 (db SPL) HFA OSPL90 (db SPL) NA NA NA RTF OSPL90 (db SPL) NA NA NA Peak Gain (db) HFA Full-On Gain (db) NA NA NA RTF Full-On Gain (db) NA NA NA Frequency Range (Hz) NA NA NA Reference Test Frequency (khz) NA 1.6 NA 1.6 NA 1.6 HFA Frequencies (khz) 1.0, 1.6, 2.5 NA 1.0, 1.6, 2.5 NA 1.0, 1.6, 2.5 NA Reference Test Gain (db) Harmonic Distortion 500 Hz (%) <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 800 Hz (%) <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 < Hz (%) <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 Equivalent Input Noise (db SPL) <28 <28 <28 <28 <28 <28 Attack and Release Time (ANSI/IEC) Test Mode Attack Time (ms) Release Time 0.1s (ms) Release Time 2.0s (ms) Induction Coil Sensitivity HFA SPLITS (ANSI) (db SPL) NA NA NA NA MASL (IEC) (db SPL) NA NA NA NA ANSI/IEC Battery Current (ma) Idle Current (ma) Estimated Battery Life for 16-Hour Day 13 Zinc Air (days) Zinc Air (days) Zinc Air (days) NA NA

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31 Hearing Instruments E Series Introduction 30 E Series RIC 31 E Series RIC Technical Specifications 32 E Series RIC AP 34 E Series RIC AP Technical Specifications 35 E Series Custom Hearing Instruments 37 E Series Custom Hearing Instruments Technical Specifications 38 E Series Hearing Instruments

32 E Series E Series is Starkey s latest line of economy hearing instruments, designed with Starkey s high standards for quality and performance. E Series includes the most important features for providing a hearing experience that delivers quality sound and increased comfort. E Series 3 hearing instruments are 4 channel and 4 band devices. They include a feedback canceller, environmental adaptation and directional microphone. E Series Hearing Instruments 30

33 FEATURES E Series 3 RIC RIC /40 RIC /50 Maximum Output Up to 30dB Reduction in 2dB Steps (range varies by channel) Compression Threshold 24dB Range in 4dB Steps Compression Ratio 1:1 3:1 (range varies by channel) Power-on Delay Standard Color Guide Sterling Champagne Slate Pearl Bronze Onyx 31

34 Hearing Level in db (HL) FOG 50 (db) OSPL90 (dbspl) Hearing Level in db (HL) FOG 50 (db) OSPL90 (dbspl) RIC Receiver-In-Canal E Series 3 E Series RIC 40 Gain Receiver E Series RIC 40 2cc 0 60 OSPL90 FOG K 2K 4K 8K Frequency (Hz) Frequency (Hz) E Series 3 RIC 40 with open earbud (gray), occluded earbud (light blue), and custom occluded earmold (dark blue) fitting range. OSPL90 (blue) and Full-On Gain (gray) curves for the E Series 3 RIC at 110/40. E Series RIC 50 Gain Receiver E Series RIC 50 2cc 0 60 OSPL90 FOG K 2K 4K 8K Frequency (Hz) Frequency (Hz) E Series 3 RIC 50 with open earbud (gray), occluded earbud (light blue), and custom occluded earmold (dark blue) fitting range. OSPL90 (blue) and Full-On Gain (gray) curves for the E Series 3 RIC at 115/50. Measurement Conditions and Recommendations The data for E Series are obtained and performance is expressed according to ANSI S3.22 (2003), IEC (2005) and IEC (1983) with Amendment 1 ( ). The Starkey proprietary Real Time Analyzer as well as the Starkey Automated Design Verification Test System (SADVTS) comprise the basic test equipment. Data may be subject to change with product refinement. Because of the adaptive signal processing capabilities of E Series hearing instruments, the hearing instrument must be set to test mode to compare the actual performance of the hearing instrument with these specifications. E Series hearing instruments may be set to test mode with Inspire by reading the hearing aid and selecting the Hearing Aid Test screen from the menu on the left side of the Inspire window, then selecting the Full On Gain button. RF IMMUNITY LEVEL: These hearing instruments have a cell phone immunity rating of M4. For your cell phone to be compatible with these hearing instruments, the cell phone needs an immunity rating of M1 or higher. Please consult your cell phone specifications for your cell phone immunity rating. 32

35 E Series 3 RIC ANSI/IEC Data 40 Gain Data 50 Gain Data Measurement ANSI/IEC 2cc Coupler IEC OES Coupler ANSI/IEC 2cc Coupler IEC OES Coupler Peak OSPL90 (db SPL) HFA OSPL90 (db SPL) 102 NA 108 NA RTF OSPL90 (db SPL) NA 110 NA 116 Peak Gain (db) HFA Full-On Gain (db) 31 NA 44 NA RTF Full-On Gain (db) NA 39 NA 51 Frequency Range (Hz) NA NA Reference Test Frequency (khz) NA 1.6 NA 1.6 HFA Frequencies (khz) 1.0, 1.6, 2.5 NA 1.0, 1.6, 2.5 NA Reference Test Gain (db) Harmonic Distortion 500 Hz (%) <3 <3 <3 <3 800 Hz (%) <3 <3 <3 < Hz (%) <3 <3 <3 <3 Equivalent Input Noise (db SPL) <25 <25 <25 <25 Attack and Release Time (ANSI/IEC) Test Mode Attack Time (ms) Release Time 0.1s (ms) Release Time 2.0s (ms) Induction Coil Sensitivity HFA SPLITS (ANSI) (db SPL) NA NA NA NA MASL (IEC) (db SPL) NA NA NA NA ANSI/IEC Battery Current (ma) Estimated Battery Life for 16-Hour Day Idle Current (ma) Zinc Air (days)

36 E Series 3 RIC AP FEATURES E Series 3 RIC AP RIC /60 RIC /71 Maximum Output Up to 30dB Reduction in 2dB Steps (range varies by channel) Compression Threshold 24dB Range in 4dB Steps Compression Ratio 1:1 3:1 (range varies by channel) Power-on Delay Standard Color Guide Sterling Champagne Slate Pearl Bronze Onyx 34

37 Hearing Level in db (HL) FOG 50 (db) OSPL90 (dbspl) Hearing Level in db (HL) FOG 50 (db) OSPL90 (dbspl) RIC AP Receiver-In-Canal E Series 3 E Series RIC AP 60 Gain Receiver E Series 3 AP 60 2cc 0 OSPL90 FOG K 2K 4K 8K Frequency (Hz) Frequency (Hz) E Series 3 RIC AP 60 with custom occluded earmold (gray) fitting range. OSPL90 (blue) and Full-On Gain (gray) curves for the E Series 3 RIC AP at 123/60. E Series RIC AP 71 Gain Receiver E Series 3 AP 71 2cc 0 OSPL90 FOG K 2K 4K 8K Frequency (Hz) Frequency (Hz) E Series 3 RIC AP 71 with custom occluded earmold (gray) fitting range. OSPL90 (blue) and Full-On Gain (gray) curves for the E Series 3 RIC AP at 131/71. Measurement Conditions and Recommendations The data for E Series are obtained and performance is expressed according to ANSI S3.22 (2003), IEC (2005) and IEC (1983) with Amendment 1 ( ). The Starkey proprietary Real Time Analyzer as well as the Starkey Automated Design Verification Test System (SADVTS) comprise the basic test equipment. Data may be subject to change with product refinement. Because of the adaptive signal processing capabilities of E Series hearing instruments, the hearing instrument must be set to test mode to compare the actual performance of the hearing instrument with these specifications. E Series hearing instruments may be set to test mode with Inspire by reading the hearing aid and selecting the Hearing Aid Test screen from the menu on the left side of the Inspire window, then selecting the Full On Gain button. RF IMMUNITY LEVEL: These hearing instruments have a cell phone immunity rating of M4. For your cell phone to be compatible with these hearing instruments, the cell phone needs an immunity rating of M1 or higher. Please consult your cell phone specifications for your cell phone immunity rating. 35

38 E Series 3 RIC AP ANSI/IEC Data 60 Gain Data 71 Gain Data Measurement ANSI/IEC 2cc Coupler IEC OES Coupler ANSI/IEC 2cc Coupler IEC OES Coupler Peak OSPL90 (db SPL) HFA OSPL90 (db SPL) 115 NA 125 NA RTF OSPL90 (db SPL) NA 127 NA 136 Peak Gain (db) HFA Full-On Gain (db) 52 NA 64 NA RTF Full-On Gain (db) NA 63 NA 75 Frequency Range (Hz) NA NA Reference Test Frequency (khz) NA 1.6 NA 1.6 HFA Frequencies (khz) 1.0, 1.6, 2.5 NA 1.0, 1.6, 2.5 NA Reference Test Gain (db) Harmonic Distortion 500 Hz (%) <3 <3 <3 <3 800 Hz (%) <3 <3 <3 < Hz (%) <3 <3 <3 <3 Equivalent Input Noise (db SPL) <25 <25 <25 <25 Attack and Release Time (ANSI/IEC) Test Mode Attack Time (ms) Release Time 0.1s (ms) Release Time 2.0s (ms) Induction Coil Sensitivity HFA SPLITS (ANSI) (db SPL) NA NA NA NA MASL (IEC) (db SPL) NA NA NA NA ANSI/IEC Battery Current (ma) Estimated Battery Life for 16-Hour Day Idle Current (ma) Zinc Air (days)

39 E Series 3 Custom Hearing Instruments FEATURES E Series 3 Custom Hearing Instruments ITE Up to 131/71 ITC/HS Up to 131/71 CIC Up to 131/71 Maximum Output Up to 20dB Reduction in 2dB Steps (range varies by channel) Compression Threshold 24dB Range in 4dB Steps Compression Ratio 1:1 3:1 (range varies by channel) Power-on Delay Standard Color Guide Faceplate Colors Pink Light Brown Medium Brown Chestnut Dark Brown Shell Colors Pink Light Brown Clear Blue/Red Dark Brown 37

40 FOG 50 (db) OSPL90 (dbspl) FOG 50 (db) OSPL90 (dbspl) Hearing Level in db (HL) FOG 50 (db) OSPL90 (dbspl) ITE, HS, ITC, CIC In-The-Ear, Half-Shell, In-The-Canal, Completely-In-Canal E Series 3 E Series Custom Products Fitting Ranges E Series ITC 71 2cc 0 80 OSPL90 FOG K 2K 4K 8K Frequency (Hz) Frequency (Hz) E Series 3 ITE (gray) and HS/ITC, CIC (light blue) fitting range. OSPL90 (blue) and Full-On Gain (gray) curves for the E Series 3 HS/ITC at the highest matrix of 131/71. E Series ITE 71 2cc E Series CIC 71 2cc 80 OSPL90 FOG OSPL90 FOG Frequency (Hz) Frequency (Hz) OSPL90 (blue) and Full-On Gain (gray) curves for the E Series 3 ITE at the highest matrix of 131/71. OSPL90 (blue) and Full-On Gain (gray) curves for the E Series 3 CIC at the highest matrix of 131/71. Measurement Conditions and Recommendations The data for E Series are obtained and performance is expressed according to ANSI S3.22 (2003), IEC (2005) and IEC (1983) with Amendment 1 ( ). The Starkey proprietary Real Time Analyzer as well as the Starkey Automated Design Verification Test System (SADVTS) comprise the basic test equipment. Data may be subject to change with product refinement. Because of the adaptive signal processing capabilities of E Series hearing instruments, the hearing instrument must be set to test mode to compare the actual performance of the hearing instrument with these specifications. E Series hearing instruments may be set to test mode with Inspire by reading the hearing aid and selecting the Hearing Aid Test screen from the menu on the left side of the Inspire window, then selecting the Full On Gain button. RF IMMUNITY LEVEL: These hearing instruments have a cell phone immunity rating of M4/T4. For your cell phone to be compatible with these hearing instruments, the cell phone needs an immunity rating of M1/T1 or higher. Please consult your cell phone specifications for your cell phone immunity rating. 38

41 E Series 3 Custom Hearing Instruments ANSI/IEC Data ITE HS/ITC CIC Measurement ANSI/IEC 2cc Coupler IEC OES Coupler ANSI/IEC 2cc Coupler IEC OES Coupler ANSI/IEC 2cc Coupler IEC OES Coupler Peak OSPL90 (db SPL) HFA OSPL90 (db SPL) NA NA NA RTF OSPL90 (db SPL) NA NA NA Peak Gain (db) HFA Full-On Gain (db) NA NA NA RTF Full-On Gain (db) NA NA NA Frequency Range (Hz) NA NA NA Reference Test Frequency (khz) NA 1.6 NA 1.6 NA 1.6 HFA Frequencies (khz) 1.0, 1.6, 2.5 NA 1.0, 1.6, 2.5 NA 1.0, 1.6, 2.5 NA Reference Test Gain (db) Harmonic Distortion 500 Hz (%) <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 800 Hz (%) <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 < Hz (%) <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 Equivalent Input Noise (db SPL) <28 <28 <28 <28 <28 <28 Attack and Release Time (ANSI/IEC) Test Mode Attack Time (ms) Release Time 0.1s (ms) Release Time 2.0s (ms) Induction Coil Sensitivity HFA SPLITS (ANSI) (db SPL) NA NA NA NA MASL (IEC) (db SPL) NA NA NA NA Battery Current (ma) Idle Current (ma) Estimated Battery Life for 16-Hour Day 13 Zinc Air (days) Zinc Air (days) Zinc Air (days) NA NA

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43 Earmold Selections Earmold Style Versus Hearing Loss 42 Factors to Consider When Choosing Materials 42 Custom Earmold Colors 42 Available Materials 43 Custom Earmold Materials 44 Custom Earmold Styles 45 Earmold Selections

44 Earmold Selection Earmold Style Versus Hearing Loss When selecting the style of earmold, consider the type of hearing instrument prescribed. Please note that high gain instruments require a tighter seal than mild gain instruments. Shell and Skeleton molds generally provide the best acoustic seal. Severity of Hearing Loss Earmold Style Mild Moderate Severe-Profound Receiver Shell Half Shell Canal Canal Lock Skeleton Semi-Skeleton Non-Occluding Factors to Consider When Choosing Materials Texture of the ear: A soft ear will make insertion of an earmold more difficult. In this case, a rigid mold would be a better choice. Possible allergies to material: There are a variety of materials that are less likely to cause an allergic reaction. These non-allergenic materials can be either rigid or soft. Power of hearing instrument: A high power hearing instrument will have more of a tendency to feed back than a mild gain instrument. A softer material will tend to seal better than a rigid material. There are several materials available offering a range of softness. Earmold Selections Custom Earmold Colors Please note that color availability and appearance will vary according to material and specific style. Camouflage and glitter based colors are also available. Please consult the order form or your sales representative for specific ordering instructions. Custom colors can also be created using a mixing process. Contact your sales representative for additional information. 42

45 Available Materials Most Rigid Lucite Lucite is a clear, rigid acrylic material. It is the most commonly used earmold material. It is cosmetically appealing and available in all styles and various colors. Lucite is easily modified by the hearing care professional. Digital SLS Earmolds made by scanning and modeling in a virtual setting of stereolithography are known as Digital SLS. Digital SLS is a process technology that optimizes earmold fit for comfort and performance. It is available in a Lucite, clear form on the following selected styles: direct tube, shell, ¾ shell, half shell, canal, canal lock, and non-occluding type G. Lucite with Flex Canal The Flex Canal mold combines the cosmetic and convenient properties of Lucite with the comfort and sealing properties of Starflex. It is recommended for fitting moderate to severe hearing losses. It is available in all styles except non-occluding. Flex Canals are not compatible with acoustic modifiers. Polyethylene Polyethylene is a smooth, waxy, non-allergenic material which is fairly rigid. White is the only color available. Modification of polyethylene is not recommended. This material is recommended only for cases where an allergy problem has been determined. Also, it is recommended that an elbow attachment be used for polyethylene molds. Starflex Starflex is a translucent, flexible plastic. It conforms to the shape of the ear and becomes softer at body temperature. It provides a good acoustic seal for high gain instruments. Modification of Starflex is more difficult than Lucite and this material may harden after several months of use. Ultraflex Ultraflex is a very soft, yet durable vinyl material. It gives a good acoustic seal for high gain hearing instruments. It is recommended for fitting severe losses, pediatric molds or for patients who cannot tolerate hard materials. Modification is not recommended. Silicone Silicone (medical grade) shares the softness and durability qualities of Ultraflex, but is non-allergenic. It is recommended when a soft material is needed and an allergy problem has been determined. As with Ultraflex, modification is not recommended. A Vinyl Anchor is also a suggested option. Floatable swim plugs are available for children and adults of all ages. There are 11 colors available. Floatable swim plugs are not available in Clear. Heat cured (non-floatable) silicone is available for earplugs and earmolds. These are very comfortable to wear, especially for ear protection in industrial areas, at home or at play. Pediatric earmolds are made from this material because it is soft. It is available in 11 vibrant colors. Biopore silicone works well for canal and half shell fittings and is very comfortable for both earmolds and earplugs. Available colors include Clear, Flesh, Red and Blue. ProSeal Softest ProSeal is the softest earmold material available, but because of its extreme softness, ProSeal molds can be difficult to insert. This durable material provides an excellent seal and is recommended for fitting severe hearing losses. As with other soft materials, modifications are not recommended. A Vinyl Anchor is recommended to help retain the tubing. ProSeal molds are available in translucent Flesh, Clear and Brown colors. 43

46 Custom Earmold Materials Material Options Lucite Lucite w/flex Canal Starflex Ultraflex (Vinyl) Silicone Floatable Silicone Non- Floatable Silicone Biopore Silicone ProSeal Silicone Polyethylene Push Pull Elbow Starquick Plastic Tube Lock (13H only) Gold Tube Lock (13H) Barb Lock Dry Tubes R & L Handles Slot Handle Nubbin Handle String Handle Initials CFA Adaptor Several earmold styles are shown on the following pages. For more detailed information and a complete selection of earmolds, refer to the ListenHear Conservation, Enhancement and Earmold Solutions Catalog ( ). 44

47 Custom Earmold Styles RIC Earmold RIC Open Earmolds are a hollow canal style shell in hard acrylic created with stereolithography scanning. These earmolds fit all Starkey RIC hearing instruments. Additional RIC earmold options include: canal locks, occluded earmolds, and soft material. Shown in Clear Lucite. Open Fit EF Mold Open Fit EF Molds are a hollow canal shell style in hard acrylic that supports thin tube fittings done with stereolithography scanning. Tubing fits standard hearing instruments. Some other custom tube holders may be used depending on size. A Canal Lock version is also available for added retention. Select-a-vent option also available. Shown in Clear Lucite. Shell Mold The Shell Mold (sculpted) is exceptionally sturdy and lightweight and is recommended for fitting moderate and severe hearing losses. It provides an effective seal to reduce the likelihood of feedback and occlusion. Shown in Blue Lucite. 3/4 Shell Mold This earmold has the helix tip cut back for ease of insertion and is available in the same materials as the Shell Mold. Shown in Red Lucite. 45

48 CANAL Custom Earmold Styles, cont d Half Shell Mold The Half Shell Mold offers a comfortable and lightweight fit. Its size provides easy insertion and removal. Because of its smaller size and lack of a helix area, the Half Shell is not recommended for fitting severe hearing losses. Shown in Brown Lucite. CANAL LOCK HALF SHELL Canal Mold The Canal Mold is the second smallest mold available and offers superior comfort and cosmetic appeal. Canal earmolds require a long ear canal for good retention. Because of its size, the Canal Mold is not recommended for fitting severe hearing losses. Shown in Clear Lucite. DIRECT TUBE SHELL SKELETON Canal Lock Mold The Canal Lock Mold is similar to the Canal Mold with an added protrusion in the concha. It is designed to be small and inconspicuous like a Canal Mold, but with better retention. The Canal Lock is also not recommended for fitting severe hearing losses. Shown in Brown Lucite. SEMI-SKELETON NON-OCCLUDING A Skeleton Mold The Skeleton Mold is the most popular earmold available because it provides maximum comfort and retention. It is appropriate for fitting mild to severe hearing losses and can be easily modified to other styles. Shown in Red Lucite. NON-OCCLUDING B 46 JANSSEN

49 SHELL Custom Earmold Styles, cont d Semi-Skeleton Mold The Semi-Skeleton Mold is inconspicuous and lightweight and provides good retention for most ears. It is recommended for ears with distorted or flat concha areas or for those with limited dexterity who require easier insertion. Shown in Orange Lucite. SKELETON SEMI-SKELETON CIC Mold CIC (completely-in-canal) Earmolds are hidden in the ear canal and provide for discreet fittings. This is the smallest earmold available. Available in all materials. Shown in Clear Lucite. NON-OCCLUDING A Non-Occluding A Mold Non-Occluding A Molds provide a retention ring for the tube without occluding the ear. Style A differs from B in that the canal portion is finished with material the length of the tube. Non- Occluding A Molds are recommended for patients with normal hearing to 1500 Hz, or for patients who use tinnitus maskers or CROS instruments. Shown in Flesh Lucite. NON-OCCLUDING B JANSSEN Non-Occluding B Mold Non-Occluding B Molds provide a retention ring for the tube without occluding the ear. Non-Occluding B Molds are recommended for patients with normal hearing to 1500 Hz, or for patients who use tinnitus maskers or cross instruments. Shown in Red Lucite. Receiver Mold The Receiver Mold is used with an external receiver that is snapped into the mold. Appropriate applications include: body aids, stethoscopes, anesthesiologists scopes and other listening devices. Shown in Blue Lucite. ARISTA-LITE MOLD ASPECT EF RECEIVER CIC CANAL 47

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51 Venting Guide Venting Options 50 Venting Guide

52 Venting Guide Venting Options Vents are typically parallel depending on room availability. Pressure vent mm Small vent mm Medium vent mm Large vent mm X-Large vent mm Select a vent mm IROS venting is stepped back at the canal tip and opened to 3 mm all the way through. Trench venting is external venting. Size varies. Select-a-vents provide five different sizes to choose from. The outside dimension is.144 mm. Inside dimensions are.096 mm,.078 mm,.067 mm,.058 mm and.041 mm. Select-a-Vent (VV) ~4 mm diameter vent (ITE) or ~3 mm diameter vent (HS/ITC), supplied with a tree of variable sized vent plugs. This is the most flexible and most preferred venting option for ITEs with up to 45dB of gain. Mini Vent (MV) ~2 mm diameter vent, supplied with a tree of variable sized vent plugs. Standard on Half Shell and ITC instruments with up to 40dB of gain. DV Vent (DV) Variable vent with a tapered tip 1/4 inch, supplied with a tree of variable sized vent plugs. 2 Vent (2V) ~2 mm diameter vent, standard on CICs with up to 40dB of gain. No vent plugs. Venting Guide 50

53 1 Vent/Pressure Vent (1V) ~1 mm diameter vent. No vent plugs. IROS B (IB) Vent Standard IROS Vent in ITEs. Tapered from the faceplate 1/4 inch. Open 4 mm or larger as shell size permits. IROS C (IC) Standard IROS for ITCs. Also available on ITEs. Tapered from both ends 1/4 inch. Open as large as shell size permits. IROS CIC (IT) IROS for Tympanettes (CICs). Canal tip is tapered 1/8-1/4 inch dependent on canal length. The faceplate is opened up as much as shell size permits. BILL AUSTIN VENT (BAV) IROS vent located on bottom of CIC shell. Available on CICs up to 40dB. Availability dependent on size of canal. IROS OPEN (IO) Largest IROS vent available on 30dB CICs, clear shell only. Availability dependent on size of canal. VSN (I2) Largest dual IROS vent available on 35dB CICs, clear shell only. Availability dependent on size of canal. 51

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