Guest guest Posted March 30, 2007 Report Share Posted March 30, 2007 I have that same problem with my sensitiviy dial and even when I take it off the red dot to indicate where the dial is is so small I need a magnifying glass to see it. (my eyes are not that great) I have the MedEl Combi40+ and I try to keep the dial at around 3 " oclock. I also have the problem of it not always staying set there. > > When I need to change my CI programs, it's no problem. I just reach up, push the button and > listen for the beeps (even during a full orchestra playing). I have no problem changing to the > t-coil either. The one thing I've not learned to do with any amount of dexterity is to change > the sensitivity or volume without taking the processor from my ear and looking at it. > > Maybe there is no " best " way, but just practicing makes perfect. Does anyone have helpful > hints? > > Judy in Jax > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 30, 2007 Report Share Posted March 30, 2007 , I too, have Med-El; and have been since Sept 2001. But had failure 5 mths ago; so meant had re-implant from Combi C40+ to Pulsar CI 100........have just been upgraded to the OPUS2 BTE 3 wks ago. This meant switch free processor (except on/off 'flap') the rest is all on the remote control - 4 progs, vol, sens (both with up/down), T-coil - first for Med-El processors.........makes it so much easier - there are now beeps which only you can hear + red light when changing prog/setting (which can be switched off by CI audiologist) - but all on a credit card size controls.....much easier to see/view without having to take the processor off. 3 wks on, although am having few probs with the levels - prehaps cos I've had a failure then upgraded - meant my mapping levels are all over the place.....but despite this I'd not want to go back to the Tempo+ again - so much more comfy and v much liek a HA!! ALison P UK > > > > When I need to change my CI programs, it's no problem. I just reach > up, push the button and > > listen for the beeps (even during a full orchestra playing). I have > no problem changing to the > > t-coil either. The one thing I've not learned to do with any amount > of dexterity is to change > > the sensitivity or volume without taking the processor from my ear > and looking at it. > > > > Maybe there is no " best " way, but just practicing makes perfect. > Does anyone have helpful > > hints? > > > > Judy in Jax > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 30, 2007 Report Share Posted March 30, 2007 Judy, I am blind and set the processors without sight. When you first press one of the rocker buttons, it activates the processor into motion. The second press of the same button either sets it into volume mode or sensitivity mode. If you want volume, you hold the button til you hear a beep. With the sensitivity you simply press without any holding of the button. So volume requires a longer hold than the sensitivity. Then you press a third time to either increase or decrease the volume or sensitivity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 30, 2007 Report Share Posted March 30, 2007 Judy, described it very well. Patience. Do you find you need to change volume often? Perahps you can have the audi reset the volume and you wont need to fight with it. *---* *---* *---* *---* *---* A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself. -- Josh Billings & Dreamer Doll (Guide Dawggie) Newport, Oregon N24C 3G 8/2000 Hookup rclark0276@... http://webpages.charter.net/dog_guide/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 30, 2007 Report Share Posted March 30, 2007 Hi Judy, I was finding it a royal pain to take my processor off to look at while changing sensitivity level every time I needed to listen my car radio or talk on my phone. So I had my audi make a custom program on one of my slots just for that. Much easier for me that way. So if you have an empty slot, create your own program Freedom 9/21/05 HOOKED!! > > When I need to change my CI programs, it's no problem. I just reach up, push the button and > listen for the beeps (even during a full orchestra playing). I have no problem changing to the > t-coil either. The one thing I've not learned to do with any amount of dexterity is to change > the sensitivity or volume without taking the processor from my ear and looking at it. > > Maybe there is no " best " way, but just practicing makes perfect. Does anyone have helpful > hints? > > Judy in Jax > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 30, 2007 Report Share Posted March 30, 2007 Thanks, everyone, for your helpful hints. And , to answer your question, no, I don't need to change my volume often at all. But there's so much talk about changing sensitivity and volume, I realized I was being a bit lazy by not using my options more often and experimenting. Judy In , " " <rclark0276@...> wrote: > > Do you find you need to change > volume often? Perahps you can have the audi reset the volume and you wont > need to fight with it. > > * Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 30, 2007 Report Share Posted March 30, 2007 Hi Alison, Is the new Med-el you have shaped like a hearing aid? Because I just saw the mock up for it this weekend. And figured it was about time the company started making better looking BTEs. This uses a remote control to change the settings? Can you also change them by hand? Because I'd lose the remote for sure. Does the remote use batteries, or have to be recharged. We need DETAILS here. Thanks. alison7582@... alison7582 Fri Mar 30, 2007 7:28 am (PST) , I too, have Med-El; and have been since Sept 2001. But had failure 5 mths ago; so meant had re-implant from Combi C40+ to Pulsar CI 100........have just been upgraded to the OPUS2 BTE 3 wks ago. This meant switch free processor (except on/off 'flap') the rest is all on the remote control - 4 progs, vol, sens (both with up/down), T-coil - first for Med-El processors.........makes it so much easier - there are now beeps which only you can hear + red light when changing prog/setting (which can be switched off by CI audiologist) - but all on a credit card size controls.....much easier to see/view without having to take the processor off. 3 wks on, although am having few probs with the levels - prehaps cos I've had a failure then upgraded - meant my mapping levels are all over the place.....but despite this I'd not want to go back to the Tempo+ again - so much more comfy and v much liek a HA!! ALison P UK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 31, 2007 Report Share Posted March 31, 2007 , just so you know, I was activated February 6, 2006 so I'm not exactly new at this. I thought it was past time that I experimented more than I've been doing to get the best results possible. Judy (Mike vs Bobbie) Its good to experiment but I dont think > its wise early in the process until one understands what each program does > and is comfortable with it. > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 2, 2007 Report Share Posted April 2, 2007 Hi Yes the new Med-El processor - OPUS is shaped and fits behind the ear like a HA - before with the Tempo+ it was right angled and had a hook - this new one sits further/lower behind the ear - much more comfy. All switches - progs, sens, vols, T coil etc are on the remote - theres only a 'flap' which is the on/off switch..........so you're right if i lose the remote - which I hope I won't!! then thats it! I'll be stuck!! I am put off by the remote - much prefer the switches to be on the processor - but it is much more comfy - wouldn't go back to the Tempo+ at all. There are 4 buttons - 1 for each prog, each prog = up/down for vol + sens. Then theres a row of 3 buttons - T (T coil), M/T - mix of microphone + telicol and M - mic only.......... The remote - called FineTuner is powered by batts - there is a batt inside not sure how long it lasts - but I presume quite a while.......batt - there is one; like size of the watch batt. The upgrade kit came with a Med-El screwdriver - took me ages to work out WHY would I need a screwdriver?!? Then its to change the bstts. As far as I know its not rechargable - otherwise I'd be given more, and prob would've had to change it by now..........and bottom row is for bilateral users - ie one remote control for 2 processors....... I think its all new for Med-El hence no ideas......... Hope this helps! Have al ook on the Med-El site for more info, theres even pics - using the latest software....so its all v different and taking me longer to get used to everything.......... > > Hi Alison, > Is the new Med-el you have shaped like a hearing aid? Because I just > saw the mock up for it this weekend. And figured it was about time the > company started making better looking BTEs. > This uses a remote control to change the settings? Can you also > change them by hand? Because I'd lose the remote for sure. Does the > remote use batteries, or have to be recharged. We need DETAILS here. > Thanks. > > > alison7582@... alison7582 > Fri Mar 30, 2007 7:28 am (PST) > , > I too, have Med-El; and have been since Sept 2001. But had failure 5 > mths ago; so meant had re-implant from Combi C40+ to Pulsar CI > 100........have just been upgraded to the OPUS2 BTE 3 wks ago. This > meant switch free processor (except on/off 'flap') the rest is all on > the remote control - 4 progs, vol, sens (both with up/down), T- coil - > first for Med-El processors.........makes it so much easier - there > are now beeps which only you can hear + red light when changing > prog/setting (which can be switched off by CI audiologist) - but all > on a credit card size controls.....much easier to see/view without > having to take the processor off. > 3 wks on, although am having few probs with the levels - prehaps cos > I've had a failure then upgraded - meant my mapping levels are all > over the place.....but despite this I'd not want to go back to the > Tempo+ again - so much more comfy and v much liek a HA!! > ALison P > UK > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 2, 2007 Report Share Posted April 2, 2007 Hi Alison, thanks for the info. The MED-EL rep was here in town last week, and showed me the model for the BTE processor. Sopuns like it's already been approved for release in the UK. Looking at a fall 07 release in the US pending FDA approval. thanks for the info. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 3, 2007 Report Share Posted April 3, 2007 FYI - if anyone who uses Med-El, or who is researching different brands, has any questions on the OPUS 2, Hayley has had hers since December and I'm quite familiar with it now.....I'd be happy to answer questions, or tell you about our experience with it:) Jillian Mom to 3 1/2 year old twins Hayley (Med-El Pulsar 6/05 w/OPUS 2 12/06) and April (normal hearing) --------------------------------- Bored stiff? Loosen up... Download and play hundreds of games for free on Games. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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