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. The world’s first technology that outperforms normal hearing. Information for Hearing Care Professionals. Life sounds brilliant. Opening up a new dimension in hearing: With binax™, the world’s first technology that outperforms normal hearing*, we raised the standard of Soundability™, drawing inspiration from the healthy auditory system. This next generation of BestSound™ Technology simulates the effects of binaural hearing and brings its advantages back to the wearer. It is so powerful that for the first time, wearers with a pair of binax models (Carat, Carat A or Pure) can understand speech in demanding environments even better than people with normal hearing.* The new wireless, two-microphone Motion binax™ and Insio binax™ models have the same directional performance as Pure binax™ and Carat binax™. New features for all binax products. binax continues to make unprecedented contributions to audiology. The outstanding new features "Adaptive streaming volume" and "Ocean wave tinnitus therapy signals" complete the already existing feature set of binaxFocus, binaxSound, and binaxGuide. And the best part is, they are also available for our existing binax models. B inaural OneMic directionality for hearing aids with one microphone: Yet another world‘s first from binax. Until now, automatic directionality could not be offered for hearing aids equipped with only one microphone. But thanks to binax, now even very small custom hearing aids – such as Insio binax CICs – are able to offer binaural OneMic directionality because they can use the microphone signals of both instruments in a bilateral setup. As a result, even CIC wearers can enjoy the benefits of automatic directionality in noisy situations. And just like all other binax key features, binaural OneMic directionality works fully automatically with minimal power consumption. * Two clinical studies have shown that binax provides better than normal hearing in certain demanding environments (University of Northern Colorado, 2014; Oldenburg Hörzentrum, 2013): Speech Reception Thresholds (SRT) in cocktail-party situations improved up to 2.9 dB for wearers with mild to moderate hearing loss using Carat binax or Pure binax hearing aids with narrow directionality, compared to people with normal hearing. 2 Binaural hearing means better hearing. The effects and advantages of natural binaural hearing. To localise sound sources, maintain spatial orientation, and understand speech better, our brain utilises information from both ears. This is especially helpful in noisy and challenging listening situations like restaurants or parties. A few of the most important binaural processes include binaural redundancy, binaural squelch, and binaural directed listening. Binaural processes Binaural squelch monaural monaural monaural binaural binaural Binaural directed listening binaural Binaural redundancy Our brain combines the input from both ears to create a central perception that is better than the individual signals. Binaural squelch enables our brain to clearly separate a speech signal from background noise and to give it more prominence for better speech understanding. With binaural directed listening, our brain can focus on one specific sound source while suppressing all others – even when there is a mix of many sounds. 3 binax key features binax: For the best binaural listening experience ever. In order to emulate natural binaural listening, we first need to link the two hearing aids, just like the brain uses input from both ears. Building upon the original e2e technology, e2e wireless™ 3.0 enables exchange of audio signals between two hearing aids in a bilateral fitting. As a result, each hearing aid not only uses the information picked up by itself, but also the acoustic signals received by the contralateral hearing aid. In two-microphone instruments, such as Carat binax, Pure binax, Motion binax, or certain Insio binax devices, this means each instrument works with input from four microphones. Together in a bilateral fitting, they create a virtual eight-microphone network. Similarly, e2e wireless 3.0 allows single microphone instruments, such as the tiny Insio binax CICs, to exchange audio signals between each other. In bilateral fittings, they create a virtual four-microphone network. e2e wireless 3.0 virtually doubles the microphones. For binax hearing aids with two microphones, e2e wireless 3.0 creates a virtual eight-microphone network. Hearing aids with two microphones each e2e wireless 3.0 transmission of audio signals Virtual eight-microphone network 4 For binax hearing aids with one microphone, e2e wireless 3.0 creates a virtual four-microphone network. Hearing aids with one microphone each e2e wireless 3.0 transmission of audio signals Virtual four-microphone network High Definition Sound Resolution with the lowest power consumption. These virtual microphone networks provide a heightened sensitivity of the acoustic environment: We call this “High Definition Sound Resolution”, or HDSR. HDSR is the basis for the binax features that offer an exceptional binaural listening experience. In fact, HDSR is so powerful that certain binax hearing aids are clinically proven to allow wearers to hear in cocktail-party like situations even better than those with normal hearing.* What’s more, this outstanding hearing technology is incredibly energy efficient. While providing outstanding HDSR, the revolutionary e2e wireless 3.0 technology is, by far, the industry's most energy efficient binaural audio transmission technology. As a result, all binax features – binaxFocus, binaxSound, and binaxGuide – can be engaged automatically and as often as necessary to offer the best binaural listening experience ever, without compromising battery life. * See legal note on final page in this document. Advanced binax features for a new level of Soundability. The combination of HDSR with low power consumption enables the three binax key features: binaxFocus, binaxSound, and binaxGuide. Together, these features create the perfect equilibrium between sound quality and audibility for each individual wearer – raising the bar for Soundability. binax facts •e2e wireless 3.0 transmits 1,000 x more data per second than the previous generation •16 % more transistors than micon •20 % more instructions per second than micon •48 channels, 12 kHz bandwidth binaxSound binaxGuide binaxFocus •Binaural audio transmission technology with the industry's lowest power consumption 5 binaxFocus Narrow directionality and binaural OneMic directionality: Hearing that is more precise than ever. Especially in places with a lot of background noise, it is difficult for hearing aid wearers to understand speech clearly. Narrow directionality automatically focuses on the speaker immediately in front of the wearer. It is able to narrow the beam of the directional microphones and to help understand speech in noisy places like restaurants. In fact, clinical studies have shown that narrow directionality is so effective that it allows users to understand speech better than those with normal hearing in situations like cocktail parties.* As another world's first, binaural OneMic directionality lets even wearers of single-microphone hearing aids experience the benefits of automatic directionality – so they can follow conversations in noisy environments more easily. See more on page 25. *See legal note on final page in this document. arrow directionality focuses on N speech in front the wearer. B inaural OneMic directionality allows for enhanced directional hearing – even with CICs. Normal hearing Standard microphone technology Binaural OneMic directionality Narrow directionality Natural pinna effect and standard CICs 6 Spatial SpeechFocus: Understanding everybody clearly – from all directions. Wearers of traditional hearing instruments can find it hard to focus on speech when it comes from different directions, such as when riding in a car. Spatial SpeechFocus™ automatically focuses on the main speech source, regardless of where it comes from – be it from the front, back or even sides. At the same time it attenuates noise from other directions. Spatial SpeechFocus is automatically activated as soon as a car situation is detected. patial SpeechFocus automatically focuses on S the main speech source. Noise from other direction Main speech source 7 binaxSound eWindScreen binaural: Only the best audio output. Being outdoors on a windy day often means annoying wind noise for wearers of traditional hearing instruments. binaxSound uses intelligent audio data exchange for the best possible sound: It continually monitors both hearing aids and when wind is detected, it strategically uses eWindScreen™ binaural to transmit audio signals from the side with the better sound quality to the other ear. Thanks to HDSR, unmatched spatial awareness is maintained. binaxSound’s eWindScreen binaural preserves a high level of sound comfort – even in windy situations. Input WindScreen binaural replaces the inferior audio signal e with the better audio signal. Left freq. Right freq. Replacement Output Challenging windy situations Left freq. 8 Right freq. Adaptive streaming volume: Easy listening in any environment. Adaptive streaming volume enhances the listening experience when streaming audio with easyTek™. No matter which situation, adaptive streaming volume automatically adjusts the volume of the streamed audio according to the changing background noise level. This way, streamed audio is always audible above the noise. The streaming volume no longer needs to be manually readjusted, leaving wearers free to simply enjoy what they want to hear. daptive streaming volume automatically adjusts A to the changing environmental noise level. + Standard streaming volume Level Level + – Adaptive streaming volume Environmental noise level – Time Time binax fit binax fit follows the successful micon™ fit and micon compression strategies for frequency shaping and compression setting. It also takes into account the effects of automatic features both monaural and binaural, so that they work in concert to promote sound quality and audibility. This way, binax fit ensures that the sound impression of binax hearing instruments stays natural and consistent, and that all features maintain spatial cues at all times. 9 binaxGuide Spatial Configurator: Completely personalised hearing. Even the smartest hearing aids won't be able to know how the wearer wants to hear all the time. As an addition to automatic functions that adapt to changing acoustic environments, Spatial Configurator empowers wearers to control their hearing instruments in unique listening situations. Via the easyTek and easyTek App, they can individually adjust the span of their directional microphone focus beams, and decide how much of their environment they want to hear. Spatial Configurator also gives wearers the ability to indicate the direction of where their microphones should be focused – the front, the back or even the sides. patial Configurator "Span" adjusts the S span of the microphone focus beam. S patial Configurator "Direction" adjusts the direction of the microphone focus beam. Individual adjustment of span Automatic setting Automatic setting Individual adjustment of direction 10 Expanded functionality for tinnitus noiser: Four additional ocean wave therapy signals to provide relief from tinnitus. The flexible tinnitus function in binax hearing aids is now more comprehensive than ever. In addition to the proven static therapy signals that offer preset or customisable solutions, wearers can now also choose from four nature-inspired ocean wave therapy signals. These therapy signals provide a positive, soothing, and stress-relieving listening experience ideal for tinnitus patients who prefer a more natural therapy signal to the artificial static ones. The tinnitus function in detail Four nature-inspired ocean wave therapy signals. •Separate noiser signal generator Rocky beach Therapy signal level Therapy signal level •Two programmable modes: Tinnitus therapy signals only or mixed mode Pebble beach Time Time Therapy signal level Therapy signal level Time Boulder beach Sandy beach •Four nature-inspired ocean wave therapy signals •Five pre-programmed static therapy signals: White noise, pink noise, speech noise, high tone noise and brown noise •Static therapy signals customisable in up to 20 bands Time 11 binax product portfolio Opening up a new dimension of sound: Our product portfolio. binax, the next generation of BestSound Technology is now available in all hearing aid types – RIC, BTE and ITE models – and in performance levels 7bx, 5bx and 3bx. This exceptional technology offers the most natural binaural hearing experience possible, caters for nearly any hearing loss and any wearing preference. The new Motion binax models are perfectly suited for users who want a fully featured and flexible hearing solution that is easy to manage. Completely reworked, the rechargeable Motion SX binax™ and the DAI-ready Motion SA binax™ come in an innovative, sleek housing design to comfortably hide behind the wearer’s ear. In combination with the new ThinTube, they offer a superior directional listening performance. Completing the family, the rechargeable, hassle-free Motion PX binax™ provides a high level of amplification to cover a broad range of hearing losses. Prepare for a world’s first: Insio binax offers binaural directionality – now even for tiny custom hearing instruments with only one microphone. Thanks to binaural OneMic directionality, it is now for the first time ever possible to offer directionality to the front with a bilateral pair of almost invisible hearing aids. Plus, all Insio models are remotely controllable via the touchControl App. 12 In combination with our range of superb high-tech accessories, all binax hearing instruments offer an outstanding level of convenience, discretion and versatility. Discover the exceptional binax portfolio and get ready for a whole new world of hearing aid possibilities! 13 RIC hearing aids Carat and Carat A binax. Compact, flexible and truly binaural. e2e wireless 3.0 2 1 Directional microphones 5 Tinnitus noiser 6 3 Remotely controllable Charging contacts1 Carat A binax 4 Carat A binax Wireless connectivity Carat binax 7 Flexible battery compartment2 Optional direct audio input Performance levels 7bx 5 4 3 Carat binax Actual size in cm 5bx 3bx Thanks to its housing in a balanced design and a broad fitting range, Carat binax adapts perfectly to almost all your clients’ demands. Available in two IP67-rated versions, the rechargeable Carat binax and the DAI-ready Carat A binax provide all of the binax benefits for an outstanding binaural sound experience without compromising battery life. Paired with the easyTek and easyTek App, these models take hearing aids to an unprecedented level of flexibility. 2 1 Available colours: Beige 0 Granite Grey Brown Black Silver Pearl White Golden Blonde Sandy Brown Dark Champagne Dark Granite Spirit Fitting ranges Carat binax at a glance. 2 e2e wireless 3.0 This third-generation wireless data exchange system is what enables the sophisticated binaural features in binax. Directional microphones Optimised placement and orientation ensure the best possible binaural hearing performance. 3 Charging contacts The eCharger charges and dehumidifies Carat binax overnight. 4 Wireless connectivity Easy audio streaming and remote control functionality via the easyTek and easyTek App. 20 40 Hearing loss 1 miniReceiver 2.0 S 0 60 80 100 dB SPL 120 0,125 1 0,5 1 2 3 4 kHz 8 S 45/108 dB f Open click domes Closed click domes Click mould (no vent) miniReceiver 2.0 M 0 20 6 7 Tinnitus noiser Two programmable modes: Tinnitus therapy signals only or mixed mode. Remotely controllable Carat binax’s hearing programs, volume, bass and treble can be discreetly changed via the touchControl App. 40 Hearing loss 5 60 80 100 dB SPL 120 0,125 0,5 1 2 3 4 kHz 8 M 60/119 dB f Open click domes Closed click domes Click mould (no vent) Flexible battery compartment2 Carat A binax models come with a standard battery compartment that can be exchanged for one with a direct audio input connection. miniReceiver 2.0 P 0 1 Available for Carat binax models only. Available for Carat A binax models only. 20 40 Hearing loss 2 60 80 100 dB SPL 120 0,125 0,5 1 2 3 4 kHz 8 P 70/124 dB f Double click domes Click mold mould(no (novent) vent) Acoustic coupling miniReceiver 2.0 HP miniReceiver 2.0 is available in four sizes and power levels. Click Domes are available in sizes from 6 mm to 12 mm to suit most ears. 0 20 Hearing loss 40 60 80 100 dB SPL 120 0,125 Click Domes miniReceiver 2.0 0,5 1 2 3 4 kHz 8 HP 75/130 dB f Custom shell (no vent) 15 Pure binax. Fully featured, discreet and truly binaural. e2e wireless 3.0 2 1 Directional microphones 5 Wireless connectivity 6 Tinnitus noiser 3 Customisable controls 7 Charging contacts 8 4 Battery compartment Remotely controllable Pure binax Performance levels 7bx 5 4 3 Pure binax Actual size in cm 5bx 3bx With the perfect balance of binax technology and an elegant design, Pure binax is ready to delight even the most discerning wearer. It is small, IP67-rated and discretely offers all the advantages of a binaural RIC hearing aid. Plus: In combination with the multifunctional easyTek and easyTek App, Pure binax satisfies every wish a tech-savvy wearer could have. 2 1 Available colours: Beige 0 Granite Grey Brown Black Silver Pearl White Golden Blonde Sandy Brown Dark Champagne Dark Granite Spirit Fitting ranges Pure binax at a glance. Directional microphones Optimised placement and orientation ensure the best possible binaural hearing performance. 3 Customisable controls Controls can be programmed and/or exchanged to perfectly match the wearer’s preferences, like rocker switch or flat cover. 4 Battery compartment For size 312 standard or rechargeable battery with on/off function. 5 6 Wireless connectivity Easy audio streaming and remote control functionality via the easyTek and easyTek App. Tinnitus noiser Two programmable modes: Tinnitus therapy signals only or mixed mode. 7 Charging contacts The eCharger charges and dehumidifies Pure binax overnight. 8 Remotely controllable Pure binax’s hearing programs, volume, bass and treble can be discreetly changed via the touchControl App. 20 40 Hearing loss 2 e2e wireless 3.0 This third-generation wireless data exchange system is what enables the sophisticated binaural features in binax. 60 80 100 dB SPL 120 0,125 0,5 1 2 3 4 kHz 8 S 45/108 dB f Open click domes Closed click domes Click mould (no vent) miniReceiver 2.0 M 0 20 40 Hearing loss 1 miniReceiver 2.0 S 0 60 80 100 dB SPL 120 0,125 0,5 1 2 3 4 kHz 8 M 60/119 dB f Open click domes Double click domes Click mould (no vent) miniReceiver 2.0 P 0 20 Hearing loss 40 60 80 100 dB SPL 120 0,125 0,5 1 2 3 4 kHz 8 P 70/124 dB f Double click domes Click mould (no vent) Acoustic coupling miniReceiver 2.0 HP miniReceiver 2.0 is available in four sizes and power levels. Click Domes are available in sizes from 6 mm to 12 mm to suit most ears. 0 20 Hearing loss 40 60 80 100 dB SPL 120 0,125 Click Domes miniReceiver 2.0 0,5 1 2 3 4 kHz 8 HP 75/130 dB f Custom shell (no vent) 17 Ace binax. Discreet handling. Discreet hearing. Exchangeable housing Ultra small design 1 5 6 2 Tinnitus noiser Directional microphones miniReceiver 2.0 3 7 Push button 4 8 Battery compartment Ace binax Remotely controllable Performance levels 7bx 5 4 Ace binax Actual size in cm 5bx 3bx Ace binax redefines discreetness: Our smallest, virtually invisible RIC is remotely controllable via the touchControl App. IP67-rated and equipped with a tinnitus noiser function, Ace binax is an optimum solution for first-time wearers or people that simply demand discreetness first and foremost. 3 2 1 Available colours: Beige 0 Granite Grey Black Silver Pearl White Golden Blonde Sandy Brown Dark Granite Spirit Fitting ranges Ace binax at a glance. 3 Directional microphones Optimised placement and orientation ensure the best possible hearing performance. Push button Also available as flat cover. 5 Exchangeable housing Housing can be easily exchanged. 8 60 80 100 120 0,125 Battery compartment For a size 10A battery with on/off function. 7 40 dB SPL 4 6 20 Hearing loss 2 Ultra small design The hearing instrument is nearly imperceptible when worn. 0,5 1 2 3 4 kHz 8 S 45/108 dB f Open click domes Closed click domes Click mould (no vent) miniReceiver 2.0 M 0 Tinnitus noiser Two programmable modes: Tinnitus therapy signals only or mixed mode. miniReceiver 2.0 For excellent sound performance. Available in four different lengths and power levels S, M, P, HP. 20 40 Hearing loss 1 miniReceiver 2.0 S 0 60 80 100 dB SPL 120 0,125 0,5 1 2 3 4 kHz 8 M 55/113 dB f Open click domes Closed click domes Click mould (no vent) Remotely controllable Ace binax’s hearing programs, volume, bass and treble can be discreetly changed via the touchControl App. miniReceiver 2.0 P 0 20 Hearing loss 40 60 80 100 dB SPL 120 0,125 0,5 1 2 3 4 kHz 8 P 60/118 dB f Double click domes Click mould (no vent) Acoustic coupling miniReceiver 2.0 HP miniReceiver 2.0 is available in four sizes and power levels. Click Domes are available in sizes from 6 mm to 12 mm to suit most ears. 0 20 Hearing loss 40 60 80 100 dB SPL 120 0,125 Click Domes miniReceiver 2.0 0,5 1 2 3 4 kHz 8 HP 65/123 dB f Custom shell (no vent) 19 BTE hearing aids The new Motion SX and SA binax. Sleek and easy to manage with true binaural capabilities to fit any ear. e2e wireless 3.0 Directional microphones 1 2 New! ThinTube 6 Tinnitus noiser 3 7 4 Remotely controllable Wireless connectivity 8 5 Charging contacts3 Motion SX binax Motion SA binax Optional battery compartment with direct audio input4 Optional direct audio input Performance levels 7bx 5 4 3 Motion SX binax Actual size in cm 5bx Motion SA binax 3bx The brand-new Motion SX and SA binax convince with a sleek, innovative housing. This not only makes them ultra-comfortable and inconspicuous to wear but also offers improved directionality. Reliable and easily manageable, the rechargeable Motion SX binax and the DAI-ready Motion SA binax are fully featured to offer true binaural capabilities and all options to cover individual needs. Plus, in combination with the easyTek and other accessories, changing hearing programs, adjusting the volume or streaming audio is even more effortless and enjoyable. 2 1 Available colours: Beige 0 Granite Grey Brown Black Silver Golden Blonde Sandy Dark Dark Brown Champagne Granite Spirit Elegance Candy Pink* Galactic Blue* *M otion SA binax models only. Fitting ranges Motion SX/SA binax at a glance. 2 3 e2e wireless 3.0 This third-generation wireless data exchange system is what enables the sophisticated binaural features in binax. Directional microphones Optimised placement on the new housing and advanced orientation ensure the best possible binaural hearing performance. dB SPL 120 0,125 Optional battery compartment with direct audio input4 1 2 3 4 kHz 8 2 3 4 kHz 8 ThinTube 53/125 dB Earhook 0 20 40 Hearing loss Tinnitus noiser Two programmable modes: Tinnitus therapy signals only or mixed mode. 8 0,5 LifeTip 6 Remotely controllable Motion binax’s hearing programs, volume, bass and treble can be discreetly changed via the touchControl App. 80 f Charging contacts3 The eCharger charges and dehumidifies Motion SX binax overnight. 7 60 100 ThinTube Ultra-slim, flexible and unobtrusive, the robust ThinTube provides outstanding directionality and maximum wearing comfort. 5 4 40 Wireless connectivity Easy audio streaming and remote control functionality via the easyTek and easyTek App. 4 3 20 Hearing loss 1 ThinTube 0 60 80 100 dB SPL 120 0,125 0,5 1 f Earhook 60/130 dB Earhook damped Available for Motion SX binax models only. Available for Motion SA binax models only. New acoustic coupling The new ThinTube perfectly matches with Motion SX and SA binax's new housing. For a strong fit, maximum discretion and improved directional hearing, it can be easily screwed on and off. STOP REMOVE ૠ 21 The new Motion PX binax. Powerful and easy to manage with true binaural capabilities to fit any ear. e2e wireless 3.0 2 1 Directional microphones 5 Tinnitus noiser 3 6 Charging contacts Remotely controllable 7 Dual onboard controls 4 Wireless connectivity Motion PX binax Performance levels 7bx 5 4 3 Motion PX binax Actual size in cm 5bx 3bx A powerful partner in a proven design: Due to its broad fitting range, the new Motion PX binax can cover a huge range of hearing losses and provide superior directional hearing. The user-friendly controls and intelligent interfaces offer wearers hassle-free handling for easy listening. Equipped with the outstanding binax technology, Motion PX binax also provides a superb binaural listening experience. Combined with the easyTek, Motion PX binax offers your customers an even higher level of convenience. 2 1 Available colours: Beige 0 Granite Grey Brown Black Silver Pearl White Golden Blonde Sandy Brown Dark Champagne Dark Granite Fitting ranges Motion PX binax at a glance. 2 3 e2e wireless 3.0 This third-generation wireless data exchange system is what enables the sophisticated binaural features in binax. Directional microphones Optimised placement and orientation ensure the best possible binaural hearing performance. 20 40 Hearing loss 1 S-LifeTube 0 80 100 dB SPL 120 0,125 Charging contacts The eCharger charges and dehumidifies Motion PX binax overnight. 0,5 1 2 3 4 kHz 8 2 3 4 kHz 8 f S-LifeTube 65/127 dB LifeTip Wireless connectivity Easy audio streaming and remote control functionality via the easyTek and easyTek App. 4 60 Earhook 0 20 6 Tinnitus noiser Two programmable modes: Tinnitus therapy signals only or mixed mode. Remotely controllable Motion PX binax’s hearing programs, volume, bass and treble can be discreetly changed via the touchControl App. 40 Hearing loss 5 60 80 100 dB SPL 120 0,125 0,5 1 f Earhook 75/135 dB Earhook damped 7 Dual onboard controls Push button and rocker switch on one hearing instrument for quick and hassle-free hearing program and volume adjustments. Acoustic coupling Optimum amplification and a high level of wearing comfort: S-LifeTube and acrylic earmolds for Motion PX binax. S-LifeTube Skeleton Half shell, caved Full shell, caved 23 ITE hearing aids Insio binax customised hearing aids: Minimised design, maximised performance. Until today, wearers of traditional custom hearing aids always had to decide between technology and size: Tiny, discreet hearing instruments could not be equipped with many technological features, while high-tech custom instruments used to sit visibly in the ear. Now with Insio binax custom hearing aids, we managed to narrow this gap. In order to limit the instruments’ critical length, we rotated the receiver. This gave us space and allowed us to optimally position the components. Now, an improved wireless coil could be moved closer to the receiver. An electromagnetic shield protects the components against interference. As a result, the hearing aids can be built smaller and more compact than ever before and even provide enhanced functionality. Smart construction and audio data exchange even in CICs. New design with advanced coil By improving the coil, the quality of the wireless functionality in CICs has reached an unprecedented level. Now it is possible to integrate e2e wireless 3.0 into these tiny custom hearing aids. This means that for the first time ever, even CICs can now exchange audio data and provide the advantages of the supreme binax technology. The combination of this advanced construction and binax BestSound Technology means that even hearing aids with only one microphone – such as tiny CICs – can now perform better than ever before while they can be built even smaller. 24 A world's first: Binaural OneMic directionality. World‘s First! For enhanced natural directional hearing – even with CICs. When technology improves nature: Sitting deep in the ear canal, CICs use the natural pinna effect for directional hearing to the front. Now equipped with the superior binax technology, even tiny hearing aids with only one microphone, such as CICs, can make use of e2e wireless 3.0 audio exchange technology. In a bilateral fitting, each hearing aid uses the information from its own microphone and from the other instrument's. This generates a virtual four-microphone network which allows for HDSR, and builds improved directionality to the front. This is what we call binaural OneMic directionality. Hearing aids with one microphone each e2e wireless 3.0 transmission of audio signals Adding to the natural pinna effect, binaural OneMic directionality provides the wearer with enhanced natural directional hearing. Virtual four-microphone network inaural OneMic directionality lets the microphones focus to the front for improved B directional speech understanding especially in noisy situations – even for CIC wearers. Natural pinna effect and standard CICs Binaural OneMic directionality 25 The new Insio binax. Leading in binaural directionality. Directional microphones e2e wireless 3.0 2 4 1 Wireless connectivity 5 Tinnitus noiser 6 3 Single microphone Remotely controllable CIC ITC 7 Battery door Performance levels 7bx 5 4 3 2 1 0 Insio binax CIC Actual size in cm 5bx 3bx Insio binax introduces an amazing world’s first: Now even hearing aids with only one microphone, such as tiny CICs, can offer true directionality. Sitting in the ear canal, standard CICs benefit from the directional effect of the outer ear. Now thanks to binaural OneMic directionality, Insio binax CICs can even improve this directional effect. The result is a directionality that cannot be achieved without binaural technology. Plus, all Insio models are remotely controllable via the touchControl App – even tiniest IICs. Fitting ranges Insio binax at a glance. Wireless connectivity Easy audio streaming and remote control functionality via the easyTek and easyTek App. 3 Single microphone In a bilateral fitting, binaural OneMic directionality lets hearing aids with only one microphone offer enhanced natural directional hearing. 4 Directional microphones Optimised microphone placement and orientation let models with two microphones offer the best possible binaural hearing performance. 5 Tinnitus noiser Two programmable modes: Tinnitus therapy signals only or mixed mode. 6 Remotely controllable The hearing programs, volume, bass and treble of all Insio binax models can be discreetly changed via the touchControl App. 7 20 40 Hearing loss 2 e2e wireless 3.0 This third-generation wireless data exchange system is what enables the sophisticated binaural features in binax. 60 80 f IIC 40/113 dB 50/113 dB f CIC 40/113 dB 50/113 dB 100 dB SPL 120 0,125 0,5 1 2 3 4 kHz 8 IIC CIC 0 20 40 Hearing loss 1 IIC 0 60 80 100 dB SPL 120 0,125 0,5 1 2 3 4 kHz 8 CIC Battery door Allows for quick and easy battery exchange. ITC 0 20 Hearing loss 40 60 80 100 dB SPL 120 0,125 0,5 1 2 3 4 kHz 8 f ITC The Insio binax family ITC 40/113 dB 45/118 dB 55/118 dB ITE 0 20 Hearing loss 40 60 80 100 dB SPL IIC CIC ITC ITE 120 0,125 0,5 1 2 f ITE 3 4 kHz 8 ITE 55/118 dB 55/123 dB 60/123 dB 27 Accessories The easyTek. All possibilities in your clients’ hands. Function Bluetooth 5 4 6 Battery 7 1 Neckloop antenna Multi-function button 2 8 Volume up button Microphone openings 3 Volume down button 9 Micro-USB port for charging 12 Port for audio devices with 3.5 mm jack 5 Actual size in cm 3 2 1 0 12 mm thick 4 10 11 Port for FM receiver atisfy even your most technologically savvy S clients in no time: Worn around the neck on top of clothing or discreetly hidden underneath, the lightweight easyTek audio streamer and remote control quickly and reliably connects all e2e wireless 3.0 enabled binax models to many different Bluetooth-enabled devices. Reset button Ready right out of the box without any need for Connexx™ programming, it feeds sound from TVs via transmitter, mp3 players, phones and other audio sources as well as the VoiceLink™ companion microphone directly into the wearers’ ears. easyTek – easy pairing. easyTek at a glance. •One button, all functions: The intuitive multi-function button 1 detects the situation, adjusts the function and controls streaming, phone calls, programs, and external audio sources. •Absolutely discreet: The LED status indicators for Bluetooth 4 , function 5 and battery 6 are discreetly placed on the top so that they are visible for the wearer only. •Reliable: The neck loop antenna 7 ensures the right placement for reliable operation and delivers excellent sound quality to the wearer – or to a caller through the high-performance, built-in microphones 8 . •Versatile: DAI input 11 and Bluetooth wireless, line-in input 12 provide connectivity to devices such as TVs via transmitter, VoiceLink, music players, laptops, smartphones and more. •Improved streaming time: Thanks to e2e wireless 3.0, easyTek offers reliable data transmission with minimum power consumption for exceptionally durable and reliable Bluetooth and FM streaming. •Ready to use: No need to pair in Connexx because easyTek works out of the box. Wearers can easily pair their hearing aids to easyTek, and easyTek to Bluetooth-enabled devices. For details, please see column on the right. 1. Hearing aids Step 1: Put easyTek around your customer’s neck. Turn easyTek on by pressing 1 until the green LED 5 turns on. Step 2: Put the hearing aids into the ears and turn them on. The green LED 5 flashes briefly and then slowly fades. Now the hearing aids are paired. 2. Bluetooth-enabled devices Step 1: Turn easyTek on by pressing and holding 1 for several seconds. Press 1 and 2 simultaneously until the blue LED 4 flashes. Step 2: Turn on the device’s Bluetooth function. Search for easyTek and select it. The blue LED 4 flashes briefly and then slowly fades. 3. Transmitter Step 1: Turn easyTek on by pressing and holding 1 for several seconds. Press 1 and 2 and 3 simultaneously until the blue LED 4 and the green LED 5 flash. Step 2: Turn the transmitter on within 1 m of easyTek and wait for the pairing to complete. This takes approximately 2 minutes. The blue LED 4 will stop flashing and remain on. 29 The easyTek App. Almost endless possibilities. Display current program Volume up/down Spatial Configurator Mute easyTek easyTek App Even exceeding easyTek in functionality, the easyTek App5 is an ultra-discreet, simple way to control hearing aids. It is easy to understand because it becomes the screen display of the user’s easyTek. Wearers simply look like they are checking their smartphones, yet can quickly control hearing programs, volume, tinnitus settings, and SoundBalance™. Further options Main screen They can even adjust audio preferences while streaming music. And here is the best part: The easyTek App can be downloaded for free on the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. 5 30 Compatible with Android and iOS. easyTek – Spatial Configurator Programs clearly listed Rename programs Program change SoundBalance for bass and treble adjustments Battery life of hearing aids or easyTek The Spatial Configurator can be easily operated via the easyTek App. Optional manual pairing of transmitters Restart setup process Select external source Programs Further options Downloading the easyTek App. Help your clients download the easyTek App: Visit the Google Play Store or Apple App Store using their Android or iOS smartphone. Search for the easyTek App and download it for free. A brief on-screen guide will setup the app for their hearing aids. Show your customers how easy it is to control their hearing aids via the easyTek App. Span Direction One of the crucial functionalities of the easyTek App is operating binax’s Spatial Configurator. Using their smartphones’ displays, users can quickly and easily adjust the span and direction of their directional microphones. Managing the Spatial Configurator via the easyTek App is the simplest way for your customers to individually decide how what much of their sound scape they want to hear. 31 The touchControl App. Full control at your clients’ fingertips. Ace binax Easy control of hearing instrument functions via the user’s smartphone. Insio binax IIC Even the smallest binax hearing aids are remotely controllable via the touchControl App. The touchControl App5 lets your clients discreetly and conveniently change their hearing programs and volume via their smartphones. With an operating range of 1 metre, it sends an ultra-high frequency signal directly to the hearing aids – without needing any extra hardware. The touchControl App works with all binax hearing aids and is free to download on the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. 5 32 Compatible with Android and iOS. Further accessories Remote control: easyPocket. Display current program SoundBalance for bass and treble adjustment The sleek easyPocket™ with large buttons and an easy-toread display gives even users with dexterity issues easy access to their hearing instruments. Volume up/down Mute Companion microphone: VoiceLink. Further options Main screen Further options Downloading the touchControl App. Help your clients download the touchControl App: Visit the Google Play Store or Apple App Store using their Android or iOS smartphone. Search for the touchControl App and download it for free. A brief on-screen guide will setup the app for the hearing aids. Show your customers how easy it is to control their hearing aids via the touchControl App. VoiceLink wirelessly connects to easyTek. When the microphone is given to a speaker, it directly streams their voice to the hearing aids – which is especially helpful in difficult listening situations like meetings. Charging station: eCharger. Siemens eCharger recharges and dehumidifies hearing instruments overnight, so your clients don’t need to worry about changing tiny batteries. 33 Workflow solutions binaxDemo App. The easy-to-use binaxDemo App5 lets you showcase all the sophisticated binax features to your customers. Make the advantages of binax technology apparent by demonstrating the benefits in various hearing situations, either in your office or outside. Just download the binaxDemo App on the Google Play Store or Apple App Store for free to your smartphone and show your customers that their care is in the best hands. 5 Compatible with Android and iOS. Noisy situations Car Let your customers experience narrow directionality – so they can clearly hear speech in noise. Show your clients spatial SpeechFocus and how they can hear speech from all directions – the front, back, even the sides. Ambiguous situations Outdoor Demonstrate the Spatial Configurator and let your customers individually decide what they want to hear – for the most personalised hearing experience ever. Showcase outside your office how effectively eWindScreen binaural stops annoying wind noise. Connexx 7 With Connexx fitting software, your workflow becomes faster and more intuitive than ever before. It enables quick and simple programming of all binax hearing aids. Make use of its new extended functionalities, such as demonstrating binax’s features or improved handling of microphone settings, and offer your customers the best individualized care. 34 binax Features Performance levels 7bx 5bx 3bx General Information Signal processing Channels 48 32 24 Hearing programs Maximum available 6 6 6 Gain/MPO touchControl App Handles in Connexx iOS and Android devices only 20 16 12 binaxFocus Directionality Binaural OneMic directionality 7 Narrow directionality 6, 8 Directional microphones 8 Resolution in channels Req. bilateral fitting & e2e wireless 3.0 Req. bilateral fitting & e2e wireless 3.0 Spatial SpeechFocus 6, 8 Req. bilateral fitting & e2e wireless 3.0 TruEar™ Req. BTE or RIC hearing aids SpeechFocus Frequency compression 48 32 24 – – – – – binaxSound eWindScreen binaural 6, 8 eWindScreen Req. bilateral fitting & e2e wireless 3.0 Adjustment steps Extended bandwidth Adaptive streaming volume 6 SoundBrilliance™ 6 Streaming only, req. easyTek & e2e wireless 3.0 Streaming only, req. easyTek & e2e wireless 3.0 Feedback cancellation Noise reduction Resolution in channels Combined adjustment steps 3 – – 3 1 – – – – – 48 32 24 3 3 1 Individual adjustment steps 5 3 Individual adjustment steps 7 Sound equaliser Number of classes 6 3 – Learning Number of classes 6 3 1 Directional speech enhancement 8 SoundSmoothing™ Speech and noise management Individual adjustment steps 5 1 5 3 – 3 binaxGuide Data logging Acclimatisation manager binax fit Spatial Configurator 6, 8 Span Direction Tinnitus noiser Static therapy signal (5 presets) Ocean wave therapy signal (4 presets) Req. bilateral fitting & e2e wireless 3.0 – Req. easyTek & easyTek App – Req. easyTek & easyTek App, or rocker switch Handles in Connexx – 20 16 12 Not for Ace binax. Only for hearing aids with one microphone each. 8 Only for hearing aids with two microphones each. 6 7 35 The information in this document contains general descriptions of the technical options available, which do not always have to be present in individual cases and are subject to change without prior notice. * Two clinical studies have shown that binax provides better than normal hearing in certain demanding environments (University of Northern Colorado, 2014; Oldenburg Hörzentrum, 2013): Speech Reception Thresholds (SRT) in cocktail-party situations improved up to 2.9 dB for wearers with mild to moderate hearing loss using Carat binax or Pure binax hearing aids with narrow directionality, compared to people with normal hearing. Android and Google Play are trademarks of Google Inc. Apple App Store is a trademark of Apple Inc. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sivantos GmbH is under license. 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