Clarion Platinum Sound Processor - Manual (Page 25)

20 Platinum Sound Processor User Guide
providing sound information and may cause physical discomfort.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to turn the Processor off before removing
the headpiece.
NOTE TO EUROPEAN CUSTOMERS: Under limited
circumstances, the CLARION Cochlear Implant System may cause
interference with TV reception. Based on internal testing and field
experience, there is no evidence that this interference causes safety-
related hazards.
Adjusting for Background Noise
In some situations, background noise may interfere with your ability
to hear clearly. Background noise can be particularly distracting in
situations where a large number of people are speaking at once or in
a noisy environment. Decreasing the sensitivity of the Processor by
turning the sensitivity control toward the left may help eliminate
some of the background noise. Using the auxiliary microphone may
also be helpful.
Using the Telephone
Your clinician may recommend when it is appropriate to begin
working with the telephone. The telephone can be used by placing
the phone directly over the headpiece, over the auxiliary
microphone, or by using the telephone adapter.
Experiment with all modes of telephone communication. Be patient.
Telephone communication with the implant often improves over
time as one gains experience using the device. When using the
telecoil adapter, the telephone handset must be hearing aid-
compatible, meaning the phone has an electromagnetic coupling
capacity.
When using digital cellular phones: Using or being in close vicinity to
someone using certain digital cellular phones may cause interference
with the cell phone’s reception. If such interference occurs, you can
turn off your Processor or move a greater distance from the source.
Before purchasing a digital cellular phone, you should evaluate whether