ExSilent QFit2_0 Fitting software Manual
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1. Elle Tools Hele _ Read Read the settings of all connected devices Read st Prepare devices for fitting i Options Options Choose the type of interface View Auciograms View Audiograms View the Noah audiogram Menu Help File leek Help QFit Help Go to the Help pages C7 nep About QFit Information about version number Prin About Fic Dinh Help menu N b Since the QFit help pages are web based you need an internet connection to access the help pages If you use the QFit Help option you can find information and assistance via e The QFit help pages Click on the Help menu in the Toolbar then QFit Help and next on the QFit Help Pages weblink we OFIT_HALPI S OF it File Tools Help EXSILENT Right QFit Help Pages QFit Software Animations How To video screen captures of the QFit fitting software e The software animations Through the QFit Help option in the Help menu you can access a series of animations covering several functions in QFit Fitting screen Button toolbar File Tools Help Si er cal N REJ in Basic Target NAL NL1 M J EXSILENT Patient Print Save Fea Cl AutoFit GList View Expert Mode 1 2 3 4 5 6 T 8 9 The Button toolbar is located directly under the Menu toolbar and is used for main QFit functions These apply to both left and right side N b The image above depicts the Button toolbar in a stand alon2. 0 SN Left Q SN Simulation Mode Reyert to Sayed f Mute P Simulation Mode Revert to Saved i Mue Memory A 2 Memory A F Compare 1 a X Compare 1 X Response Response _ BU _ 30 2 3 gt 30 U Gn Gn 20 oe ka T T E m 10 w 10 EN s N E oe Z i 125 250 500 1k 2k 4k 8k 125 250 500 1k 2k 4k 8k Frequency Hz Frequency Hz Settings Tones Features Settings Tones Features 10Hz 8000 Hz 32dB 10Hz 8000Hz 0 dB Wide Band Gain Low Cut High Cut Wide Band Gain Low Cut High Cut AGCO The QFit Fitting screen opens in Basic Mode by default and is divided in a red right ear and blue left ear section For details about the Fitting Screen see chapter The QFit software in detail See chapter Device Selection in case only one or no devices Simulation Mode are connected Start QFit in Noah In the Noah Client Register a new client session can be created or an existing client session S and then double N B after saving one QFit session you can go can be opened Start QFit by clicking the Open Module Selection button clicking on the ExSilent symbol i Pasian directly to QFit using the button Open Fitting Module The QFit Fitting screen will be displayed File Tools Help P E Sa C asic Pit Read sii v R Mode silico EXSILEN T Right Q L lt SN 003554 Left Q SN 000206 Revert to Saved Hi Hute Revert to Saved Lr Mue Memory A F Memory A
3. E Rita ners planets antes tien neues 17 POSITION Of IN ENG Calli R es ae reminded E I E a A 18 gu liikee gokculel gel Gee er een he ee ee en eee tee ee ee erry rrr 18 REMOVING O TOM Ne Caf aree ixesviautanews e N Gar ch ieieiinerese iain renee ENET 18 CONNECTING THEO viele 91 icc thts ie vate ie penne cee eas oigaca tthe ea ee pe dined Oe eee 18 Chapter 6 Preparing for fitting SOTCWALEC cccccccccccccccccececccecceeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 20 SPC MC ORE Z a aa aire oni pert ean sue nae ad can seem ecuador ate N E ade vencea 20 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 Stahe OF Il StanG aloOne rrna a nausea A A Pusan na eet alan een anne tee Maa muaeee 20 Stab COFI IM dINOe Marsra nial edmond E Vian a E 21 DEVICE Lene 22 Chapter 7 The QFit Software in detail ssssssssunununnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn 23 ORIG Basle IOC TTT 23 The main sections of the Fitting Screen In Basic MOdE c cece eee 23 FICLING SCkeeh MENU TOOID aN TTT 23 ITS UU cuertesa R A 24 Fitting screen Button toolbar TT 24 Fitting screen Buttons memory tabs and Compare tabS ssesersrrrrerererrererrrrererree 26 FENO SCFEEN Gl AD Ai nai starsmutii a ee ChE een eee ies eee E E 27 Fitting screen Control tabs and controls sliders BASIC MODE cceeee ee ees 28 OFPIE sn OGG ETT 30 Differences in appearance between Expert Mode and Basic MOde cccceeseeeeeeeeees 30 The main sections of the QFit Fitti
4. High Cut Using the arrow button will open the Selection screen Technology Circuit ExSILENT 4 Memories Advanced Noise Reduction Occlusion Manager Advanced Feedback Cancelle LRS Datalogging Next make a product selection upper section and activate Close This will bring you automatically back to the Fitting screen to continue the fitting process If no devices are connected when opening the Fitting screen and Simulation Mode is chosen the Fitting screen will appear blank Use the arrow button next to the List Box to make a product selection File Tools Help J 1 R lt Bp D g 7 n ee Patient Print Save Read HO L LE NT Right None Selected Left None Selected B 22 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 Chapter 7 The QFit software in detail QFIT BASIC MODE If QFit starts Basic Mode is the default mode In Basic Mode a fitting can be created with a limited amount of parameters sliders buttons Settings will be programmed automatically and directly into the connected aid This prevents accidental loss of setting data N b The following images show the Fitting Screen in a Noah environment A stand alone install will show the Patient button Si in the top left corner 1 File Tools Help EnA E N 2 N I Gp Basic Target NAL NL1 Ml exsirent Read Q AutoFit QList View Exper Mode Kiel 0 SN 003554 Q l gt SN 000206 Revert to Saved f Mute Revert to Saved
5. Irritating noise effects can be avoided in this way Threshold tab only Q8 and Qleaf8 Channel Band Compression Threshold Tones Features Lower Threshald SO dB 50 dB 50 dB 50 dB 50 dE 50 d6 50 dE 50 dB Threshold knee point sets for each channel separately the threshold from which compression will occur Sounds with an input level below this threshold will have linear gain QuickSet tab only Q 4 channel 6 bands Channel Band Compression QuickSet Tones Features 10 Hz 000 Hz Low Cut High Cut Low cut Low cut filter reduces the amount of low tones from the frequency that is set with the control and below High cut High cut filter reduces the amount of high tones from the frequency that is set with the control and above 33 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 Tones tab All hearing aid types Channel Band Compression GuickSet Tomes Features Memory Tone Test Low Battery Tone F Test Pitch 1 kHz Pitch 2kHz Level 20C dBSPL FS5dBSPL Level 20CC dBSPL 60dBSPL i gr rT Number of Beeps Z T Note When using Qleaf or Qleaf8 the Memory Tones on the left will be inactive grey Memory Tone Test the set memory tone becomes audible by clicking on the ka button By clicking again the tone stops N B If no aid is connected or if the connected aid is in Simulation Mode the test button will be inactive grey Memory Tone adjusts the pitch and volume level of the memo
6. Q in the ear the pull cord is situated behind the tragus where it will be invisible or almost invisible To achieve the best results and the best fit it is important that Q is inserted as far as possible in the ear It is impossible to insert Q too deeply Pull cord sticks out A cord that sticks out can be cut to the right length Leave at least one rib to grasp the cord Removing Q from the ear Grasp the pull cord and pull the aid slowly at all times out of the ear CONNECTING THE Q MODULE Necessary extra hardware HiPro cable CS44 with straight plug or a CS44 CIC adaptor cable with straight plug for use on CS44 HiPro cables with angled connectors such as Connexx 10 cm 24 opie lengu l a m L 18 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 Only necessary for aids that have already been programmed Remove the plug from the program contact Place the battery in the module The battery is not needed aS a power supply but it must be used to retain the shape of the soft tip Insert the CS44 cable with the straight plug Tp 0p pl in the program contact of the module 19 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 Chapter 6 Preparing for fitting Software STARTING QFIT 2 0 The QFit software can be installed stand alone or in Noah Both options are outlined below QFit 2 0 is suitable for Noah Link Start QFit stand alone When opening QFit by activating the desktop icon after one cl
7. close input window Compare 1 2 Tab With the Compare 1 2 option two different settings can be compared During programming the setting of the active visible screen is programmed in the aid Fitting screen Graph IE TE Ik AE Ek Frequency Hz N b The I O tab in the upper left corner Figure 2 is only visible in Expert Mode 1 Response In the graph the gain values on the left side is displayed against the frequency values at the bottom at a certain input value values at the right 50 65 and 90dB input which correspond with the bright colored curves I O not visible in the image Input Output and displays the output against the input 3a 3b 3c Crossover frequencies these are displayed on the frequency graph as vertical red lines on the right side and as vertical blue lines on the left side The crossover frequencies indicate the limits of the separate channels The thick pink curve in the graph is the target curve If the NAL NL1 formula is selected this curve will show the target at 50dB input only The target curve Is in accordance with the audiogram entered audiogram is not visible in the illustration The thin bright colored curves orange blue or green reflect the gain curves insertion gain at 50 65 and 90dB input respectively These are generated during AutoFit and or set during the fitting process When selecting the QLinear formula less or only one color m
8. in the other hand the module should point downwards the small battery contact should point towards the pull cord The flat side of the module with the serial number on it should also face the pull cord Insert the module by tilting it into the soft tip 13 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 Holding on to the module pull the cord upwards to make sure that the module is inserted deep enough into the soft tip N b Also refer to the animations on the instruction mini CD See Chapter 2 Installing the animations I nstruction animations for using Q CHECKS Check the following points to ensure that the module has been inserted in the soft tip correctly 1 The module is orientated correctly if inserted as in the image The flat side with the serial number and the battery facing towards the pull cord the ExSilent brand name facing away from the pull cord 2 The top of the flat side of the module should fall just under the last ridge of the pull cord 3 An imaginary line running between the connector and the push button should be parallel to the pull cord 14 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 4 The edge of the soft tip should fit over the groove around the module If they both fit together a dark contact stripe will be visible around the module If one or more of these points are not carried out correctly the sound quality or the fit in the ear may not be optimal and the aid can whistle give feedback If this
9. version 3 6 Installation of the QFit software in Noah is carried out us usual in Noah Insert the CD rom in the CD drive of your pc In the Noah Customer register select the tab option Tools Setup and Install module Py File Edit view Window Help s R S I Ee S e 0 User Administration 2 2 S Database Administration 1 AlCierts NITY eot Data Set u Install Module T Search conditions Field Options Compare to Last Name Module Buttons ee Activity Log viewer The Installation module screen appears Installed Modules Manufacturer Audilux Audilux 135135 HIMSA NOAH Vragenlijst 00113 HIMSA NOAH aud 3 00102 HIMSA NOAHfit 3 00108 HIMSA Journal 00107 HIMSA Legacy Host 00104 HIMSA NSAClientPrintH andler 00109 Uninstal Install New Module Click on Install new module Then search for the location of the QFit CD select the file INSTALL INI N B if present select the version in capital letters and follow the instructions EPL P ie Zoeken in O GFit_1 4 0 1_NL EN ES Y i Onlangs geopend Bureaublad E Animations Brochure_dispenser user exclude images J Installation ReadMe Instruction CD 2 Manual_dispenser user ReadMe First Min documenter gr Deze computer INSTALL INI Slang ini Suninstall2 ini Duni
10. will require a large or small soft tip it is best to try a medium soft tip first The majority of customers use a medium soft tip When selecting the soft tip use a Q dummy or a Q without the HiPro cable connected Should the Q often produce whistling feedback during initial fitting please check the sealing and whether a larger type soft tip should be considered If the device is annoyingly squeezing the ear or has a very shallow fit a smaller type soft tip should be considered allow the device for slightly protruding from the ear Please take into consideration that after being worn for some days the device causes the ear canal to slightly stretch as a result of which a soft tip fitting precisely at the beginning might prove too small after all Soft tip too big If the hearing aid is too tight or doesn t fit deep enough into the ear canal see Position of Q in the ear below a smaller size is perhaps needed though it is acceptable for the aid to protrude out of the ear a little Bare in mind that after a few days the ear canal will stretch Slightly so that a soft tip that seemed to just fit may later appear to be too small Soft tip too small If a soft tip can be inserted and removed from the ear canal very easily consider a larger size soft tip even when the fit feels ok during a first try Should the Q often produce whistling feedback during initial fitting this could mean the sealing is insufficient and a
11. E Compare 1 N Compare 1 N Response Response 50 50 40 50dB 30 N oO ms Ca N TA m ol a CD 125 250 500 1k 2k i 8k 125 250 500 1k 2k 4k 8k Frequency Hz Frequency Hz Settings Tones Features Settings Tones Features 10 HS 8000 Hz 26dB 10Hz 8000 Hz Ode Wide Band Gain Low Cut High Cut Wide Band Gain Low Cut High Cut AGCO The QFit Fitting screen opens in Basic Mode by default and is divided in a red right ear and blue left ear section When a client session is opened any connected devices will automatically be detected and read For details about the Fitting Screen see chapter The QFit software in detail See chapter Device Selection below in case only one or no devices Simulation Mode are connected 21 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 Device selection If one device is connected when going to the fitting screen only the connected side will appear the Patient button Si in the top left corner is only visible in a stand alone install The opposite side will be blank If necessary use the arrow button next to the List Box to select the product for the other ear File Tools Help Si MA 8 A dN Bair Patient Print Save Read Q AutoFit List View Expert Mode Right Q _ SN 003554 Left None Selected 7 Mue j Target Memory A a Compare 1 K N 125 250 500 1k 2k Frequency Hz Settings Tones Features 18dB 10Hz 8000 Hz Wide Band Gain Low Cut
12. L Mue 3 Memory A Memory A Compare 1 Compare 1 Response 50 ww amp eels n OAE a I gt Ww Ww E oS a 2 w GC pe a a 0 Ke S m oa o wN 2cc Gain for Target REIG dB oOo 0 125 250 500 1k 2k ak 125 250 500 1k 2k Frequency Hz Frequency Hz 5 Settings Tones Features Settings Tones Features 26dB 10 HS 8000Hz 10 Hz 8000 Hz Wide Band Gain Low Cut High Cut Wide Band Gain Low Cut High Cut N b e If no aid is connected or Simulation Mode is active some buttons will be inactive grey e Above image shows Q 4 channel version Appearance for Q8 and for Qleaf is different To view QFit in Expert Mode see chapter QFIT EXPERT MODE The main sections of the QFit Fitting Screen in Basic Mode 1 Menu Toolbar grey background in Basic Mode 2 Button Toolbar grey background in Basic Mode 3 Buttons memory settings tabs and Compare tabs for each side separately 4 Graph window 5 Control tabs and controls in the above image the Settings tab with sliders controls is visible 6 Control sliders The main sections of the Fitting Screen in Basic Mode Fitting screen Menu toolbar pa LR e 1 C L N L S Basic Target NAL NL1 I evs WN 2 Pint bead AUPE Olis Vea Epe ME 23 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 Menu options Menu File ee Print Print all fitting data print Y Exit Close QFit Exit T im Menu Tools
13. LU KMJ KA The oval shaped seal rim fits into the soft tip to ensure that the receiver is acoustically sealed off from the rest of the hearing aid to prevent feedback Module inner section Push button to operate the memories Program contact CS44 socket Receiver Sealing sleeve Battery contact Battery Microchip Flexible PCB Printed Circuit Board Microphone WON On LH 5 UU KJ KA Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 THE SOFT TIP Dome Shield in front of receiver to prevent penetration of ear wax Sound opening ear drum side Seal edge on the inner side of the soft tip Pull cord U E LU KJ LA The soft tip is made of strong flexible plastic The Q module is placed in the soft tip The pull cord of the soft tip is located behind the Tragus so that it is hardly noticeable Soft tips are supplied in various standard sizes The Q soft tip has either one dome size small or two all other sizes All soft tips have a Cerumen Protection System that prevents earwax from penetrating the module which could damage the receiver The Cerumen Protection System is made up of a Shield located in front of the receiver when the module is inserted in the soft tip This shield around which the sound is directed prevents ear wax from penetrating directly into the receiver N B It is not possible to use the Q module without the soft tip even if the ear canal is very small It is the Q module combined wi
14. Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 ExSilent Q Reader This reader has been put together as a reference document for instructors of audiologists or dispensers who will be working with the ExSilent Q hearing aid It can also be used as a reference document by the audiologists or dispensers in the shop It contains a detailed explanation and information on how to use and fit the ExSilent Q hearing aid and the QFit software version 2 0 The reader also serves as the dispenser s manual Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 Index EXSilent O REAGCN THT 1 hs L a T A a E T AT TE E R T T a a a TT 2 ET ral enoret A E 4 ENG User DaCKadinG Contents srr aaa a a N E T EA 4 Required materials to check fitting suitability sse e e e e e K e e K K K 4 Required equipment for fitting PUPOSES cc e e e K K KK 4 D gase aae GisicaeverarcisarcsinsnenerinsenntiisieriaeccarcceunealceulcceietubanstciaeucescteniratersmennTeesetinernes 5 Chapter L Structure of Q H HHHH 6 Tep TOE aori a tiara lend RE race a ted A EEE E a Wa awe mae aa naa RE eae ees 6 TNE Soft Errena AE H vata nha gaan widen nad gaan ee ea acs 7 Chapter 2 Installation of QFit v 2 0 ss isssccswccsaccsrcnneccswcenesssnnesebennsciasnssuniceeduendessanuniasnas 8 StanG alOne INStall 1 9 eT 8 LAStAIIALION FONT CHC CD a ca csi diind any pian nian tie hada oon ean Renae eee 8 Installation Via a download JINK ccc ccc cece eee K e 8 Removing the stand alone VELSION senscie iaeiei cece ee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
15. ar and the pull cord behind the Tragus Now insert the hearing aid deep into the ear by pressing down on the flat end of the aid with the push button using a small circular movement Massage the aid gently into the ear Asking the user to open his or her mouth wide open can make the procedure easier Pulling the auricle up and back can also help Bend in the ear canal Sometimes there is a bend in the ear canal and the aid needs to be tilted over this during insertion in that case the Q should be inserted with the battery side directed towards the nose first subsequently changing direction of the battery side during the insertion towards the back of the head In this way the Q will follow the shape of the ear canal 17 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 Ear canal entrance Top wew left ear Tragus left ear N b Also refer to the animation on the instruction mini CD See Chapter 2 Installing the animations Instruction animations for usin c Position of Q in the ear In the ideal position after insertion the flat side of the module where the push button is Should be level with the entrance of the ear canal See picture above If the ear canal is smaller it is possible that the aid will protrude slightly However this should not be a problem as long as it remains well inserted in the ear The domes of the soft tip will provide a firm grip in the ear even during sporting activities After inserting
16. arning tones will be audible every five minutes Set here the pitch volume level and number of the battery tones The settings for the low battery tones are independent from the memory program selected and apply as a general setting for all memories Power on delay The length of time in seconds that it takes after inserting the battery before Q is activated Features tab All hearing aid types Settings Tones Features Occusi Manager 0 Feedback Canceller Occlusion Manager There might be a few cases e g Ski Slope losses in which more or less occlusion arises Since occlusion only comprises the low frequency range this control decreases low frequency gain to avoid over amplification of low frequencies in these cases Feedback Canceller Feedback cancelling can be switched on and off separately for each memory here Feedback cancelling is an active circuit which constantly monitors the sound environment and is not recommended for music environments Default setting is on 29 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 QFIT EXPERT MODE N B In the following description only the differences of the Expert Mode compared to the Basic Mode are outlined For all other sections refer to Chapter 6 section QFIT BASIC MODE If you want to adjust parameters that are not available in the Basic Mode switch to the Expert mee Mode using the Expert gt 5 button X s R EA ERI Target NAL NL1 v DAD r
17. ckground processes are active by going to the Windows Task Manager press Ctr Alt Del Bestand Opties Beeld Afsluiten Help Toepassingen Processen Prestaties Netwerk Gebruikers Procesnaamn _Gebruikersnaarm sy chost exe Netwerkservice DU SvChost exe SYSTEM DU sychost exe Netwerkservice DU sy chost exe SYSTEM DU lSass 66 SYSTEM DU Services EXE SYSTEM UU UAL Exe SYSTEM Dat 2 NEXE SYSTEM Ee exe SYSTEM aYVQUPS C exe SYSTEM avgansvr exe SYSTEM mstsc exe Michel Havenith System SYSTEM Miet actieve systeempracessen SYSTEM T Processen van alle gebruikers weergeven Proces be indigen Processen 35 CPU gebruik Ot Geheugengebruik 24611055M p Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 Select the tab option Processes and shut down all processes related to Noah Process Name starting with Noah or NOAH After all Noah processes have been shut down copy the file NoahServerGlobobUpdater exe to the computer s hard drive and activate the program by either double clicking on it or selecting Run and Browse in the Windows Start Menu searching for NoahServerGlobobUpdater exe and clicking on Ok Continue with the installation of QFit as normal See paragraph QFit installation in Noah version 3 6 below N B the background processes that were shut down incl back up processes will be reactivated when you restart your computer QFit installation in Noah
18. e environment In a Noah install some buttons will not appear See text below for details 24 LU N 4 5 6 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 Patient Toggles between Fitting Screen and Client Patient Screen N b not present in Noah installation Print Prints an overview of all Patient settings Save Saves all Patient settings both sides N b not present in Noah installation Read Reads all memories of all connected aids initializes chip for fitting process AutoFit Automatically fits all connected aids to the individual hearing impairment on the basis of the chosen fitting formula no 9 QList Opens a new window in which each side of the connected aid can be set according a problem oriented list QList Right Side H Sounds are too loud E Sounds are too soft E Speech Sound quality e Sound is shrill less high Sound is dull more high Round is metallic more low less middle is Sound is thin more low Music setting Mute setting G Reset all controls to factory setting Expand All Collapse All Apply Irda Cancel All Done lt lt To GList Lett Side The list with options can be expanded or collapsed per category by clicking on the plus Signs to the left of the options The Expand button makes all list items visible By using the option Reset all controls to factory setting all parameters controls of the Q are reset to the default setting N b If the QLis
19. e ere 42 SOE UD sez reacting asi sada pa ai area ae a Rai nec ra aa a nine asl dade rade tama 42 ON AS es esa TTT 42 IGD rie E A A a a T a 42 SHOFLALerIM Strage ee a a Mat canna eae a eee 42 EONO TENT STOLI Co eee lta cece E E E E N A A 42 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 General END USER PACKAGING CONTENTS The packaging of the material to be delivered to the end user contains l or 2 sealed bags containing the Q module in accordance with the number of devices used by the consumer 1 user manual 1 storage box for the devices 1 or 2 sealed bag containing 3 soft tips in 3 different sizes 1 CD containing the user s manual and instruction animations for extra support 1 sealed bag containing 2 protective capsFout Bladwijzer niet gedefinieerd in 2 colours to identify left and right aid N B The packaging of the module s containing the label with the product information is to be handed out together with the end user packaging The end user needs to be in possession of the product information Write down the serial numbers and the date of purchase on the appropriate page in the user manual REQUIRED MATERIALS TO CHECK FITTING SUITABILITY Q dummy Q soft tip S M L and XL size Cell battery type 10 Insertion cr me or gel REQUIRED EQUIPMENT FOR FITTING PURPOSES QFit fitting software Noah software preferably v 3 6 or newer When using QFit as stand alone version a proprietary local client database is included 4
20. e image shows the tab in Basic Mode Any change in settings will be programmed automatically in the hearing aid In this way you will lose no settings even if the cable is disconnected When exiting QFit in Noah add the session to the Noah database or exit without saving 38 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 View 1 Response Please select one of the following S session list a04 Arana ude nn s Ubat Update the currently selected E i FHE SBSS1001 E ee Semen T L Rd A No Save Continue without saving Settings Do not save or continue Cancel E enting After the fitting procedure If during the fitting the Q tends to whistle feedback the sealing of the ear canal might not be optimal and a larger type soft tip might be necessary Also check module insertion for correct insertion Chapter 4 Checks for orrect insertion of the Q Module in the soft tip Make sure that at the end of the fitting procedure all memories of the Q have been programmed See also Chapter 9 Using the memories Programs If the pull cord protrudes from the ear but the Q feels comfortable in the ear and fits properly the pull cord can be slightly trimmed Use side cutters to do this Always leave at least one ridge so that the Q can be removed correctly from the ear Place the protective caps for the program contact in the modules N B each user package contains caps in two different colors to differentiate betwe
21. en left and right Battery The Q is switched off by removing the battery If the battery is inserted Q automatically switches to Program 1 Memory A 39 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 Chapter 9 Tips trouble shooting When not to use Q The ear concerned has a medical history Exostosis cartilage growths is present in the ear canal Severe production of ear wax When using Q for the first time always advise the customer to begin with a continuous maximum wearing period of four about hours and to subsequently increase the wearing time with one hour a day If any problems arise during the test period the user should contact the shop In case of persisting pain remove the aid from the ear and contact the dispenser as soon as possible Insertion of Q The use of lubricant cr me or gel can be useful to the user in some cases See chapter 5 Inserting Q in the ear Using the memories programs Make sure that at the end of the fitting procedure all memories of the Q have been programmed When the fitting of the first memory has been completed and only one memory program is needed there are a number of options for setting the other memories If the customer does not require any alternative settings it is advised to copy the first setting to all other memories by using the copy button Pressing the push button accidentally when inserting Q may result in a bleep and switching to a different memory but the s
22. ent At the end of the installation procedure click on OK and the installation will be finalized During installation a shortcut an is placed on the desktop and a folder called ExSilent is added to the list of programs in Windows T Programs I Sanpassoftware K S Bureau accessoires K E 2 Documents Opstarten m a g ExSilent K HiFro Test e Settings Ed PS Search E Uninstall QFit e Help Professional N b In new updates of the stand alone version all customer data remain unchanged Removing the stand alone version Remove QFit by using the uninstall option in the menu list N b This deletes all customer data F k te T C Aanpassortivare Bureau accessoires P K 4 Documents Opstarten GA ExSilent HiPro Test Settings K Ed SY ort Search K ge Help Professional Also remove the empty folder c Program Files ExSilent Making a back up of customer data Go to the folder C Documents and Settings lt user gt Application Data ExSilent copy the files clientdata_ cds counter_ cds mems_ cds newclient_ cds and newcounter_ cds and the iLog Data folder file size can differ Maam Groote lL Data clientdata_ cds 14 kE counter_ cds 1 kB mems_ cds 1 EB newelient_ cds 1 EB S neweounter_ cds 1 EB Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 NOAH INSTALLATION Determine the version number of Noah Because QF
23. es Features Occlusion Manager Enable Data Logging Read Data Feedback Canceller Log Speech in noise U dE LAS SO00Hz2 Power On Delay JEC Occlusion Manager There might be a few cases in which more or less occlusion arises Since occlusion only comprises the low frequency range this control decreases low frequency gain to avoid over amplification of low frequencies in this case Data logging Data logging can be used by the audiologist to obtain data about the use of the aid The system stores information about ambient levels memory use and battery use These data are stored and can be read and used to evaluate settings Speech in noise Also referred to as Noise Reduction By increasing the control value 0 to 9dB the reduction of background noise will increase This will improve intelligibility of speech Speech in noise is an active circuit which constantly monitors the sound environment At value OdB Noise Reduction is off Speech in noise can be set for each memory separately Speech in noise is not recommended for music environments Feedback Canceller Feedback cancelling can be switched on and off separately for each memory here Feedback cancelling is an active circuit which constantly monitors the sound environment and is not recommended for music environments Default setting is on IRIS This stands for Individual Resonance Improvement Shifter With this circuit the resonance peak can be shifted The
24. eseeeeeeeettesegaaeeterenengs 9 Makingva Dac Kk Up OMGCUSTOMEr eT 9 VLS I SEN ALON pssst aa chat gudeiccsayeokeaieeatuadateneme sinenteweecteubeorseatt 10 Determine the version number Of NOAN cccceccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeettetesaaennenngs 10 QFit installation in Noah version 3 5 2 and OIES cc cece cece eeee seen eee eeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeetenas 10 QFit installation IN Noah version 3 6 ccc cece ccc cece K 11 Chapter 4 Handling Q T 13 PASSING TNS erea TTT 13 FEMOVING ME DoC V ansen Ee a araa reaa Eae EEA eaei 13 inserting the module in the soft tip s ssnererssrererrererrrrsrrrrrrererrerererrererrrrererrrrrrrrrrrerre 13 CHECKS aihe aaa a a E 14 Removing the module from the soft tip ccc e e e e cece KKK 15 Chapter 5 Preparing for fitting Hardware sssssss sss sss ss sss esse sss s sss esse sss sss asses e sassa 16 Selection criteria for potential customers previous to first fIttiNg cece eee ee K K K K K 16 CHOCCO SOG Cia cece st ene scan E EEE ead tiie oeawia nie aa teu tower a E 16 SOLE UD TOO Dl a R aeaan pte 0 AA E bat aan ac ee ak Pee es 16 SOM UID LOOsSIMalllentuwseawsdavesetrpeadaasenie vain sieue a ar ais auaan aren aaa a 16 Meern OG PAC Cali iin ct aes vac ees aan vw takawh E we van eich inabe bie N TE 17 POSION OL CNS PUL CONG E a E E 17 ISSUING TNE orsstrronanestadace te ereet dans lee iar satieler unl seasurtibets eee A r 17 Bena Ih thera CaN Anrep a tones 19s
25. etting will remain the same in this case To avoid the bleep sound the sound of the memory tone can be set to the minimum position This has to be performed for all memories Alternatively the sound settings for all memories can be kept the same copy one to all other memories but the volume of the second memory B could be set slightly softer and the volume of the third and fourth memory C and D could be set slightly louder In this way step volume regulation can be achieved It is of course possible to deviate from this set up A third alternative is to reserve one or more memories for a special setting such as a mute setting or a music setting Go to the memory where the special setting is required and use QList or adjust the controls manually Lack of venting Because Q does not use venting the aid works like a muffler when it is switched off Because of this some extra gain is sometimes needed in the low frequencies This can be necessary in particular for users with relatively high loss in the high frequency and little or no loss in the low frequency less than 20dB to 1kHz The user s complaint in this case is often a tin like or hollow sound or that their own voice sounds strange Audiogram in hearing aid With Q the audiogram of the user is not only saved in the Noah database but it is also saved in the hearing aid itself If an audiogram is found in Noah when reading the aid this audiogram w
26. ety requirements If computer equipment with a metal casing is being used extra precautionary measures such as shielded sockets or a mains isolating transformer have to be taken For other cautionary notices see the user s manual 41 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 Chapter 10 Maintenance text from User Manual CLEANING Module Clean daily with a soft and dry tissue In case of severe dirt wipe with special moist cleaning tissues for hearing aids Soft tip Clean daily with a soft and dry tissue In case of severe dirt you may clean it either with special moist cleaning tissues with soluble cleaning tablets for hearing aid products or you may alternatively have it cleaned with an ultrasound cleaner Clogged soft tips can be rinsed off under streaming tepid water In case of severe or persistent dirt if a change in the properties or damage of the material occurs the soft tip Should always be replaced N b Never use aggressive cleaning products abrasives or solvents This can cause irrevocable damage to the soft tip or the module If the customer has different settings on the right and on the left Advise the customer to remove one device at a time from the ear cleaning it or changing the battery in order to avoid confusion Alternatively one may want to choose a different colour for one of the protective cap s of the programming contact STORAGE At night We recommend that you remove the so
27. fitting formula Q Linear or NAL NL1 This step can be skipped if the default fitting formula is selected File Tools Help C L N ke dR Basic Prit Save Read GAutoFt OList Vew Espet_ _ Mode Right oN 002246 Revert to Saved Lr Left ki T GI E Select AutoFit File Tools Help Ly L Lan l EE a L lat Basic Target Linear M Print Save f GQList ViewExpet Mode D sca kt Rc aK eB vacd Le l nH ChI Switch off the sound the illustration only shows the right side Revert to Saved m Hute x LI 2 x 36 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 With the Wide Band Gain Control lower the volume by 4 to 6dB the illustration shows only the right side Settings Tones Features 250 Cut High Cut AGCO Insert the aids in the ear For a detailed description of how to insert Q in the ear please refer to chapter 5 section Choice of soft tip from paragraph Inserting Q in the ear to Position of Q in the ear Switch on the sound again and if needed turn up the volume again in steps In many cases the basic set up above will be sufficient to start a test period for a user If this is the case proceed to the next page Copy the settings or create new Settings However if the setting up is not yet satisfactory or if an existing setting for a user needs to be modified there are various ways to proceed 1 By choosing a different Fitting formula go back to Select t
28. ft tip from the module during the night Remove the battery from the device and store it in a secure place outside its box In this way you increase the operational life of the battery and also allow for the evaporation of moisture possibly present in the device Short term storage You may use the carrying box when you want to remove the device from the ear temporarily If the user removes the hearing aids from his or her ears only for a short period it is not necessary to take out the battery Long term storage When the Q is not used over a longer period of time clean the module and soft tip before storing them inside the carrying box In this case always remove the battery from the device 42
29. happens hold the soft tip and turn and or push the module into the correct position or remove the module and reinsert it in the soft tip REMOVING THE MODULE FROM THE SOFT TIP Grasp the module firmly in one hand and pull the cord downwards using the other hand N b Also refer to the animations on the instruction mini CD See Chapter 2 Installing the animations Instruction animations for using Q 15 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 Chapter 5 Preparing for fitting Hardware SELECTION CRITERIA FOR POTENTIAL CUSTOMERS PREVIOUS TO FIRST FITTING Check if the audiogram of the patient is within the fitting range of the Q T Frequency Hz Check with the dummy and smallest size soft tip if the minimum physical ear canal size is being met Check the dexterity and the eyesight of the patient to see if he she can handle o Exchange of the 10 battery o Exchange of the disposable soft tip o Correct placement of the Q in the ear canal CHOICE OF SOFT TIP Before fitting a Q the dispenser must verify if a physical fitting of Q is possible for the end user For this it is necessary to establish the correct soft tip size The choice of soft tip can be carried out by using either a Q module or a Q dummy module Note always use a battery If no battery is used the inner ear end of the soft tip might deform in the ear canal which could lead to whistling or blocking of the sound Unless it is obvious that the user
30. he maximum Wide Band Gain setting 31 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 Band tab Q and Qleaf are equipped with either a fixed 6 band or 12 band filter bank Each filter can lower the gain at a certain frequency in 1dB steps Use the filter bank to adjust the gain curve more precisely Compression tab According to the selected device this tab has different appearances For Q 4 channels 6 bands and Qleaf 4 channel 12 bands Compression ratio set the compression ratio WDRC Wide Dynamic Range Compression here for each channel separately By using compression sounds of various volumes various input are amplified in various degrees By increasing the compression relatively soft sounds can for example be amplified more than relatively loud sounds 32 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 Lower Threshold knee point sets for each channel separately the threshold from which compression will occur Sounds with an input level below this threshold will have linear gain AGCO Automatic Gain Control Output also available in Basic Mode prevents that the amplified sounds exceed a set maximum by limiting the level of the output The value indicates the reduction in dB with which the maximum output is decreased The changes are clearest in the I O graph Standard value is 0 AGCO is an active circuit which constantly monitors the sound environment and automatically adjusts Attack and Release times settings
31. he fitting formula no 9 2 Use the problem oriented Q List ey see below 3 Manually using the controls in Basic Mode and or in Expert Mode see below 4 A combination of the above 2 If needed or instead of the previous step adjust the setting with QList File Tools Help i a ip gz R 5 l Pr K ny vi Target W Linear M Print Save Read Q AutoFit View Expert HE List Right Side Reset all controls to factory setting Sounds are too loud Sounds are too soft Speech Sound quality Soa is shrill lass sa eree E wnr more elon r less middle Sound ts thin more low Muzic setting Mute setting Expand All Collapse All Apply Cancel All Done lt lt To O List Left Side 3 If needed adjust the setting with the controls in Basic or Expert Mode 37 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 WF A X D an Basic Target G Linear Print Save Read Q AutoFit DU List Vi Mode Rinht SN HHa24E Reint in Saved tel aft SN Hav N B only Memory A has been set now Only for Q devices Copy the settings or create new settings for the remaining memories Mute Simulation Mode Revert to Saved i If desired give the memories programs a name by right clicking on the tab and then on the plus sign Right SN Simulation Mode Memory A SS I Compare 1 Response If desired adjust the Memory and Low Battery tones in the Tones Tab th
32. ient has been entered the Client Listing will appear Client Listing Listed By Last Name Search S _Firettieme Emei m Patient Sessions C SessionDate pna rasu T 11 12 2008 14 07 12 09 12 2008 17 19 38 Select Cancel Delete If the client has been selected the client screen will be displayed File Tools Help 6 S Lo Br w BS 8 eg 2 See tm Fitting Print Find Add Save Cance Delete Notes sXOILENT Last Name First Name MI Date of Birth E mail ExSilend ut fF Address Insurance City Postal Code Telephone ENT Session Date 14 05 2010 16 30 35 Right Ed Left Edit SN aAC Cec Copy gt gt lt lt Copy cf fac CBC Clear Right Clear Left dB HTL dB HTL 125 250 500 1k 2k 4k 8k 125 250 500 1k 2k 4k 8k Frequency Hz Frequency Hz After entering user data and audiogram values click Save and use the Fitting button Si in the top left corner of the client screen only visible in stand alone install to go to the Fitting screen Any connected devices will be detected and read automatically 20 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 If two devices left right are connected QFit will detect open and read the corresponding products in the Fitting screen File Tools Help 7 1 i S A T Br WPJ a YL Gip Basic Target NAL N L1 bA E X S ILENT _Patient Print Save Read _Q AutoFit__ GlList_ ViewExpert_ Mode Seem Right
33. ight be visible 27 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 Fitting screen Control tabs and controls sliders BASIC MODE Settings Tab According to the selected device this tab has different appearances For Q 4 channels 6 bands Settings Tones Features Wide Band Gain 10dB 10Hz 8000 Hz OdB Low Cut High Cut AGCO For Q Qleaf 4 channel 12 band and Q8 Qleaf8 8 channel 12 bands Settings Tones Features 2709 LC GL DD wide Band Gain AGCO Wide Band Gain controls the overall gain in steps of 2dB Use this slider to set the amplification volume for loud sounds approx 90dB green gain curve in the graph Low cut Low cut filter reduces the amount of low tones from the frequency that is set with the slider and below High cut High cut filter reduces the amount of high tones from the frequency that is set with the slider and above AGCO Automatic Gain Control Output prevents that the amplified sounds exceed a set maximum by limiting the level of the output The value indicates the reduction in dB with which the maximum output is decreased The changes are clearest in the I O graph only visible in Expert Mode Default value is 0 AGCO is an active circuit which constantly monitors the sound environment and automatically adjusts Attack and Release times settings Irritating noise effects can be avoided in this way Tones tab All hearing aid types settings Tones Feature
34. ill be read into the aid and saved during programming If no audiogram is found in Noah the audiogram in the hearing aid is read The great advantage of this is that the user is no longer dependent on a single shop branch Anywhere in the world where QFit software is available the user can be assisted with sound adjustments to their hearing aid 40 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 If for example after being examined by an ENT specialist it appears that the audiogram has been changed the user can visit his or her local hearing aid dispenser to have the new audiogram entered in Noah When reading and programming the hearing aid the old audiogram is replaced by the new one which is saved in the hearing aid In this way the hearing aid is always equipped with the most recent audiogram Resetting the parameters The Autofit function only uses part of the available parameters controls to create a setting These are Volume Compression ratio Knee point low Crossover frequencies Low off High off and Filter bank If one or more of the remaining controls is changed manually or using QList these will not automatically be reset to the manufacturer s settings the standard setting when a new AutoFit is performed Changed parameters do however remain visible some only in Expert mode When you want to reset all parameters to the manufacturer s settings in one go you should use the option Reset all controls to factory settings in QLis
35. it in Noah version 3 6 and higher is installed differently to older versions it is important to Know what the correct version number is The Noah version number can be found here the names below can differ in other language versions Start Noah Go to the Help menu Select menu option About NOAH In the example below the version number is 3 5 2 nah Copyright C 2000 HIMSA Version Number 3 5 2 2200C This product iz licensed to SALES LICENSE FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY 24721 ExGilent Netherlands SALES 7 User license Language Engels Verenigd Koninkrijk Country Nederlands Nederland System Info HOAH Info License Info QFit installation in Noah version 3 5 2 and older Also refer to the file Noah Upgrader Tool ReadMe pdf in the folder Installation ReadMe on the QFit CD QFit can be installed directly in Noah 3 6 see below For installation in Noah versions 3 5 2 and older the Himsa Upgrader Tool NoahServerGlobobUpdater exe has to be used first This tool updates the Globob stg file automatically Note This step is only necessary for the first QFit installation If a QFit installation has already been carried out no update needs to be done For the Noah stand alone version use the Upgrader Tool on the stand alone pc the client For the Noah network version use the Noah Upgrader Tool only on the server Close all active Noah programs Check after closing Noah if any ba
36. larger type soft 16 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 tip is required Always make sure that the soft tip is completely seals off the ear canal because otherwise the chance of feedback will be greater If you are in any doubt after the first fitting always provide the end user with another soft tip in a different size available in the user package so that if the user is not happy with the first one after a few days he or she can try the other soft tip if necessary Inserting Q in the ear Stand behind the customer and using your forefinger press on the flat side of the aid the side with the push button Left aid with the left hand right aid with the right hand Because some ears may be somewhat dry new soft tips can give a little friction when inserted for the first time Also when choosing the correct size of soft tip the Q or dummy Q sometimes might be inserted a number of times in the ear For these reasons it can help to use a little lubricant creme or gel N B Take care that the lubricant does not block the sound opening if a fitting is made later on using this soft tip Warning message It is not possible to use the Q module without the soft tip even if the ear canal is very small It is the Q module combined with the Q soft tip that constitutes the Q hearing aid Position of the pull cord Place the aid and the soft tip quite loosely in the ear to begin with The end with the groove or star inwards Lett e
37. mories Copy To or the contents of another memory to the active memory Copy From N b When using Qleaf the Memory button wil be inactive since Qleaf only uses 1 program r A i D Memora R Compare 1 Copy Memory x Apply copy the contents of the indicated memories programs Response BD z SS Cancel go back to the original Situation without copying ICE Geen Needed for Tenet REI a s 8 10s B NS AutoFit Performs an automatic fitting on the connected aid only in the active side in the example above the right side and only in the active memory on the basis of the selected fitting formula and the entered audiogram Undo button Restores the previous action in the active visible memory and the Compare 1 2 window 26 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 Memory Program Tabs A to D Default program is Memory A The name of the memory tabs can be edited by right clicking on the tab and then entering a name If at least one name has been entered a new tab New Name becomes visible Use the plus sign in that case to enter a new name N b lt Memory Program names are only visible when the tab memory is active e When using Qleaf only one Memory A will be visible Right SN Memory A MT EE Save save the entered name This is then ee s displayed in the tab when active Cancel go back to the original situation without saving 8 S Close
38. ng Screen in Expert Mode cece cece ceeeeeeeeeeeees 30 Ment sea aT ieee ener re er A eee ee er rr rrr 30 BETO COO WD Gl TTT 30 Fitting screen Buttons Memory tabs and Graph cc cece cece cee K 30 1 O graph Input ais eli 9 saidwisitierstisindiiccaieree atone datind E E R 31 Fitting screen Control tabs and controls sliders EXPERT MODE 00eeeeee ees 31 Chapter 8 Example of a fitting procedure sss ss sss sss ss sss sss sssssssss esse asses enas nanna n ss 36 Preparing Ine TITLING eeel eT 36 PIECING MFOCCO UNG airs hy eon setae 6s Gunes ous fa aes ace wh stead vac wibteanis ae ba denad REE ON eed peewee 36 After THE TILING ein see IE TTT 39 Chapter 9 Tips trouble shooting ssssss sss sss sss sss sss s sss sss sss sss sss ss sss s assan eeeeeeeeeees 40 Wien MOU TO WSS OF wince cactugautamuvnatene eaamen rane mie eae ea cantly sa enone aa ne ee eaqea nuns 40 Taan aret a TTT eens 40 Using the memories PrOGrAMS cccccecceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeueeeeeeetteneeagunnenggs 40 ACK OT VENNO corseira Tar E a H T HA RO H a etna 40 AUGIOOL AMIN Nearing Ea TT 40 Resetting the parameters e ccc x e cece K 41 Copying settings tO another GIG eosina eaiinaanaridadi ones aa 41 The hearing aid whistles feedback ccccce ao r a a a A 41 External GEVICES TTT 41 Chapter LO Maint Rane H 42 G aC THH HTH 42 MOGGIO arenon tenet er en ee ee ee eer RT eer eT eT Terre Te ee Te
39. nstalls ini Suninstall ini NE Mijn Bestandsnaam INSTALLINI 9 netwerklocaties Bestandstypen Module Installation inl 9 Annuleren 11 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 The language option screen is then displayed these options can differ from the version used Install English version Nederlandse versie installeren Instalar versi n Espa ol Instalar a vers o em Portugues Turkce Version Yukle Continue Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation 12 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 Chapter 4 Handling Q INSERTING THE BATTERY Necessary hardware Q module Q soft tip Battery type 10 yellow sticker Remove the sticker first Hold the module in a horizontal position the small battery contact should point upwards and the large battery contact should point downwards Take the battery in the other hand the large flat side of the battery pole should point downwards Insert the battery between the module battery contacts The flat battery side should touch the large battery contact N b Also refer to the animations on the instruction mini CD See Chapter Installation of the animations Instruction animations for using Q REMOVING THE BATTERY Hold the module in a horizontal position and remove the battery with your finger INSERTING THE MODULE IN THE SOFT TIP Hold the soft tip with the pull cord pointing upwards Take the module
40. ow the instructions above Installation from the CD G The language option screen is then displayed the Giexclude appearance can differ from the version used images Installation ReadMe Ci Instruction CD Manual dispenser user _ReadMe_First Install English version AUTORUM INF i KE Nederlandse versie installerer Instalar versi n Espa ol BORLNOMM DLL 19 KB Instalar a vers o em Portugues E dbclient dll 207 KB Turkce Yersiyon Yukle 3 disk2 zip 3 418 KB binstall2 ini 7 KE Binstall3 ini 7 KE C INSTALL INI 7 KB lang ini 1 KE midas dll 258 KB SP NOAH16 EXE 73 KB MANOAH 3 1 2 Patch E exe 2 724 KB Elerrmreinc 25 KB a Setup exe S07 KB kee call 2 KE uninstall3 ini 3 KE uninstall ini 3 KE UNZDLL DLL 92 KB In the next step select Please select what type of install to perform stand alone installation ExSilent Q Fit Fitting System Installation I NOAH 2 C NOAH 3 Continue Cancel Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 During stand alone installation of QFit v 2 0 depending on language versions the following window will appear Installation Options For ExSilent O Fit Fitting System Destination Directory If it is not possible to install QFit in non English Window versions replace the text of the path C Program Files ExSilent by the path name of the according Windows version E g in Spanish Windows versions C Archivos de Programa ExSil
41. pin CS44 cable with straight connector to connect the device to the programming interface Cell battery type 10 Insertion cr me or gel if required A fourth size soft tip Extra Large XL is available but not present in the end user package 4 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 Introduction ExSilent Q is a modular CIC Completely In the Canal hearing aid that can be worn almost invisibly and does not require an ear impression Because of its modular design the hearing aid is the same for each person and each ear It fits in the ear using a standard soft tip which is supplied in various sizes By using the soft tip no ear impression is necessary and the user can test a hearing aid and start using it on the spot The innovative design of Q ensures that hardly any occlusion effect is experienced and that cerumen earwax penetration in the aid is almost impossible The advantages summarized can be worn almost invisibly hardly any occlusion Can be worn during exercise can be tested on the spot high sound quality fewer repairs due to protection against cerumenFout Bladwijzer niet gedefinieerd Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 Chapter 1 Structure of Q THE MODULE Seal groove Seal rim Receiver opening sealing sleeve is visible Oval shaped seal rim Program contact CS44 socket Microphone Ventilation opening provides air for battery Push button to operate the memories CON Qn Un E
42. r pM S 2 Print Read Q AutoFit QList View Basic uu m m Right 08 L lt l SN 000203 Left Q l lt SN 000347 Revert to Saved Lr Mutel Revert to Saved Lr Mute T Memory A F Memory A gt Compare 1 A X Compare 1 a X Response Response 2 40 2 40 gt a0l gt 30 Z 20 Z 20 510 P 10 el amp ot 8 0 lt 12 250 500 1k 2k 4k Bk 125 250 500 1k 2k dk ok Frequency Hz Frequency Hz Channel Band Compression Threshold Tones Features Channel Band Compression QuickSet Tones Features 5 Wide Band Gain Channel Gain Wide Band Gain Channel Gain 11dB 2dB 21dB 20dB 20dB 23dB 19dB 206 32dB OdB 2dB 12dB OdB 6 Chi Ch2 Ch3 Ch4 Ch5 Ch6 Ch Ch Ch 1 Ch 2 Ch 3 Ch 4 Differences in appearance between Expert Mode and Basic Mode e Green background colour of Menu toolbar and Button toolbar e Indication EXPERT MODE e Extra tab for I O Input Output see description below e Extra tabs Channel tab is active in the illustration e More adjustable parameters The main sections of the QFit Fitting Screen in Expert Mode 1 Menu Toolbar green background in Expert Mode 2 Button Toolbar green background in Expert Mode 3 Buttons Memory settings and Compare tabs for each side separately 4 Graph window 5 Control tabs and controls in the above image the Channel tab with control sliders is visible 6 Control sliders Menu toolbar See description in Basic Mode Chapter 7 QFit Basic Mode Menu toolbar Button
43. resonance peak of the ear is individual and differs from ear to ear By shifting the peak it can be customized to an optimal value Power On Delay the elapsed time in seconds between insertion of the battery and the moment the device will switch on To prevent undesired whistling during insertion this interval can be adjusted from 3 to 12 seconds The standard setting is 3 seconds minimum The Power On Delay setting is independent of the selected memories and is a general setting for all memories 35 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 Chapter 8 Example of a fitting procedure Preparing the fitting procedure Choose a correct type soft tip for the client see also Chapter 5 Choice of soft tip Insert the Q module in the selected soft tip see also Chapter 4 inserting the module in the soft tip or insert the Qleaf module in the selected soft tip Connect the Q module to the CS44 cable see also Chapter 5 Connect the Q module to the CS44 cable or insert the Qleaf programming adapter in the Qleaf module see image below Fitting procedure Create a new Noah session and enter an audiogram only if it is the first fitting or if the audiogram has been changed In stand alone install enter patient and audiogram data in the client screen Open QFit QFit opens in Basic Mode and connect the aids these are read automatically If the aids are connected after opening the fitting module click Read Select the
44. ry tones that are heard when the active visible memory is switched to the next memory This setting can be done for each memory separately The values displayed in the illustration are standard values The audible tones are Program A 1 tone standard program when battery is inserted After pressing the push button once Program B 2 tones After pressing push button again Program C 3 tones After pressing push button again Program D 4 tones After pressing push button again Returns to Program A 1 tone Low Battery Tones Test The set low battery warning tone becomes audible by clicking on the icon By clicking again the tone stops N B If no aid is connected or if the connected aid is in Simulation Mode the test button will be inactive grey Low Battery Tones the tones that are audible when the battery is almost dead If the voltage of the battery drops below a certain threshold a series of warning tones will be audible every five minutes Set here the pitch volume level and number of the battery tones The settings for the low battery tones are independent from the memory program selected and apply as a general setting for all memories Features Tab For Q and Qleaf 4 Channel devices Channel Band Compression QuickSet Tones Features ae Speech in noise 048 0 jaa Power On Delay 3 sec 34 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 For Q8 and Qleaf8 8 Channel Channel Band Compression Threshold Ton
45. s Memory Tone Test Low Battery Tone Test Pitch 1 kHz Pitch 2 kHz Level AC dBSPL 5dBSPL Level ACC dBSPL G60dBSPL Number of Beeps 2 o 28 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 Note When using Qleaf or Qleaf8 the Memory Tones on the left will be inactive grey Memory tones Test The set memory tone becomes audible by clicking on the icon By clicking again the tone stops N B If no aid is connected or if a connected aid has not yet been read the test button will be inactive grey Memory tones adjusts the pitch and level of the memory tones that are heard when the active visible memory is switched to the next memory This setting can be made for each memory separately The audible tones are Memory Program A 1 tone default program when battery is inserted After pressing the push button once Program B 2 tones After pressing push button again Program C 3 tones After pressing push button again Program D 4 tones After pressing push button again Returns to Program A 1 tone Low battery tones Test The set low battery tone become audible by clicking on the ka icon By clicking again the tone stops N B If no aid is connected or if a connected aid has not yet been read the test button will be inactive grey Low Battery Tones the tones that are audible when the battery is almost dead If the voltage of the battery drops below a certain threshold a series of w
46. t Copying settings to another aid Be By using the button QFit can transfer in one go all settings of an existing Noah or stand alone session to a new device This is particularly useful when the user receives a replacement aid or a new aid and the existing settings need to be transferred See Chapter 6 Fitting screen Buttons Memory tabs and Compare tabs The hearing aid whistles feedback Before adjusting any controls in QFit you should first make sure that the correct size of soft tip has been used not too small see also Chapter 5 Choice of soft tip that the module has been inserted correctly in the soft tip see Chapter 4 Checks and that Q has been inserted correctly and deep enough in the ear see Chapter 5 Position of Q in the ear If one or more of these points is not correct feedback whistling can occur It is possible that the sound will not be optimal and irritation could be experienced during use If after checking the above points Q still whistles the parameters can be adjusted In this case consider lowering gain in the high frequencies High Cut Filter Bank or QList and or lowering gain of the soft sounds lower the orange amplification curve 50dB with Low Threshold control External devices External devices being connected to the hearing aid need to comply with the requirements in conformity with EN 60601 1 1 Connected computer equipment needs to comply with according saf
47. t window is visible no other settings can be changed Description of QList functions Expand all Opens all sections Collaps all Closes all sections Apply Applies the selected items to the setting on this side When the Apply button is clicked more then once the change in setting is intensified with each click Undo Cancels step by step the actions of the Apply button Cancel all Cancels all actions and returns to the modification screen without changes Done Activated QList changes are accepted and program returns to the fitting screen with changes lt lt To QList Left Side Change to the opposite side instantly View Expert Basic Switches between Expert and Basic Mode Basic Mode is default Mode indication In Expert Mode the background of the Menu Bar and Toolbar is green The caption of the mode indication changes into a capital font Fitting Formula selection button Either Q Linear or NAL NL1 can be selected as fitting formula NAL NLI1 is the default formula O Linear cy INAL NLT 2 Selecting the fitting formula will generate a target curve in the Graph 25 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 Fitting screen Buttons memory tabs and Compare tabs 1 2 3 Right i G Sh less Revert to Saved Lr E Mute T A 4 Hemor A a 5 Compare S Kal N D 9 8 T N b e If no aid is connected or Simulation Mode is active some buttons
48. th the Q soft tip that constitutes the Q hearing aid Never insert the module in the soft tip without a battery fitted Without the battery the round end of the soft tip can become indented when in the ear which can cause fitting problems When connected to the programmer this can also cause unpredictable sound quality issues Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 Chapter 2 Installation of QFit v 2 0 Required hardware Computer with Windows XP or Vista 32 bits operating system QFit2 0 is not suitable for Windows 7 Windows 2000 and Windows Vista 64 bits platforms QFit v 2 0 fitting software on CD or via download The QFit v 2 0 fitting software can be used for stand alone installation and for installation in Noah The stand alone installation software has its own customer database QFit2 0 is Noah Link compatible STAND ALONE INSTALLATION Installation from the CD If the CD is used for installation it will normally start automatically If the CD does not start automatically or if the installation is done using a downloaded version of QFit select the file Setup exe on the QFit CD and start the installation by double clicking on this file See image below on the left the exact composition of the file list and the file size can differ from the version used Installation via a download link Open the downloaded zip file in a new temporary folder on the pc where you can install the QFit stand alone software Then foll
49. toolbar See description in Basic Mode Chapter 7 QFit Basic Mode Button Toolbar Fitting screen Buttons Memory tabs and Graph See description in Basic Mode Chapter 7 QFit Basic Mode Fitting window Buttons memory tabs and compare tabs 30 Reader ExSilent Q v 2 0 Extra tab in Expert Mode I O graph Input Output _ _ SOO Hz 2kHz 4kHz dBSPL Output dB SPL Input In the I O graph the output Y axis left in dB SPL is represented at 3 different frequencies at a certain input X axis bottom Fitting screen Control tabs and controls sliders EXPERT MODE In the illustrations below only the screen section for the right hearing aid red is displayed Channel Tab According to the selected device this tab has different appearances For Q 4 channels 6 bands and Qleaf 4 channel 12 bands Channel Band Compression QuickSet Tones Features Wide Band Gain Channel Gain 1208 OdB 2dB 12de 008 ote nc tee A For Q8 and Qleaf8 8 channel 12 bands Channel Band Compression Threshold Tones Features el Gain Wide Band Gain Chann d 15dB 16dB 15dB 1406 16dB 21dB 11dB 1 dB Chl Che Ch 3 Ch 4 Cho Che Ch che Wide Band Gain Controls the overall gain in 2dB steps Use this slider to set the amplification volume for loud sounds approx 90dB green gain curve in the graph Channel Gain controls the gain per channel The maximum value depends on t
50. will be inactive grey e Above image shows Q 4 channel version Appearance for Q8 and for Qleaf is different The top left corner in this section of the Fitting Screen indicates the side here right side Some of the buttons have the same function as the toolbar buttons The difference is that all buttons mentioned below only affect the side on which they are located in this example right side red L Q type indication The type of Q is automatically detected when the Fitting Screen is opened with a connected Q Manual detection can be performed by using the Read Ci button If no device is connected a device can be selected in Simulation Mode by using the arrow buttons See also chapter Device selection Revert to Saved Transfers the settings of all memories of an existing Noah or stand alone session to a new device in one go This is particularly useful when the user receives a replacement aid or a new aid and the existing settings need to be transferred SN The top right corner indicates the Serial Number SN here 000563 in red The serial number is visible when a saved Noah session is opened or when connected Q s are read Connected devices are read automatically Reading can also be performed manually using the Read S button Mute ON OFF Switches the sound of the connected aid on off Memory Copy button Copies the contents of the active visible memory programs to one or more other me
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