My BP100

[saralynn143]

I would guess it has to do with directionality somehow, but like you I don't know why -- good thing the Cochlear experts do.

There isn't a picture of the MP3 adapter at the Cochlear website, so I'm trying to figure out just how it works. Is there a jack that fits into the MP3 player and then the other side plugs into the BAHA processor? Do you have to wear anything in your hearing ear, or does the MP3 adapter deliver stereo sound into the BAHA processor to be conducted to the hearing side?

This technology fascinates me.

Sara

[Pooter]

Does this help visualize it?



Regards,

Brian

[saralynn143]

Yes, it sure does, thank you Pooter. Where did you find the pic?

Sara

[Kencutus]

Yes, it sure does, thank you Pooter. Where did you find the pic?

Sara

Found it here;  http://www.cochlearstore.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=45_48

[saralynn143]

Wonder why they don't insert that image here: http://www.cochlearstore.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=45_51&products_id=266

[lori67]

Jan,

The reason the sides matter on the actual BAHA processor is due to the placement of the microphones.  You want them pointing more towards the front because that's the direction you would normally be receiving sound.  I guess most people don't talk into the back of someone's head.  Although, if you aim your BAHA right, you could! 

I'm trying to remember what the MP3 thing looked like that I tried out at the symposium - I don't recall it being as big as the one in the picture Brian posted, but I was probably so amazed at the sound quality that it could have been the size of a cinder block and I probably wouldn't have noticed.

Lori

[sgerrard]

Wonder why they don't insert that image here: ...

This one is the Divino or Intenso model:
http://www.cochlearstore.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=230

Whereas this one is the BP100 model:
http://www.cochlearstore.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=266

Not that there is whole lot of difference, mind you. 

Steve

[leapyrtwins]

Sara -

you are correct about the technology involved.  One end of the "cord" has an adapter that plugs into a MP3 player "port" and the other end has 3 prongs that plug into the BP100. 

The cord I have is the shorter of the 2 for the BP100 and it doesn't look like the link Pooter posted.  In fact that link looks like 2 cords??

I tried to access the link Steve gave us for the BP100 adapter, but only get the Cochlear logo not a picture of the adapter.

Lori -

we did try the adapter @ the ANA Symposium.  If you recall, they had it attached to an iPod and they were letting BAHA wearers just attach the BP100 to their abutments.  Nothing went into the ear.

Thanks for the explanation about the microphones; makes total sense.  Question for you though, since the Intenso doesn't have a microphone (from what I've heard) does that mean it doesn't come in right and left models?

Jan

[Denise S]

I would guess it has to do with directionality somehow, but like you I don't know why -- good thing the Cochlear experts do.

There isn't a picture of the MP3 adapter at the Cochlear website, so I'm trying to figure out just how it works. Is there a jack that fits into the MP3 player and then the other side plugs into the BAHA processor? Do you have to wear anything in your hearing ear, or does the MP3 adapter deliver stereo sound into the BAHA processor to be conducted to the hearing side?

This technology fascinates me.

Sara

Still not positive I get it even after Sara asked this.   SO, would you wear anything in your hearing ear?   What exactly is this device helpful for....delivering stereo sound?
 

[saralynn143]

Denise, it looks to me like there nothing would be worn in the hearing ear. The device would deliver stereo sound for conduction around to the hearing ear. I think it would be very helpful in that the hearing ear is not blocked by headphones or a bud and you would still hear ambient sound.

Sara

[tenai98]

that is what I'm thinking Sara....nothing in the good ear which is good as it leaves it open...I dont think I'd get the MP3 attachment if it went into the good ear....
I'm looking forward tomy BP100 day on April 12
JO

[Denise S]

I got an e-mail from the Michigans Cochlear website rep and looks like they may be having a Community thing in the next month or 2.   That will be GREAT if I can go...........it's only 1 1/2 hrs. away, so not as bad as my current place.     I will be sure to post on the forum if they set it for sure.    She said they would probably have most of that stuff too, so I can check it all out.............while probably 'still waiting' 

Denise

[Kencutus]

  Question for you though, since the Intenso doesn't have a microphone (from what I've heard) does that mean it doesn't come in right and left models?

Jan

Jan,

I wear a pair of Intenso and the microphone is on the side of the unit facing out.    It really doesn't matter which side you put it on.   There is no directional left or right but, I wish it was facing forward on either side.  However, I still label my Intenso "L" and "R" because I know which one I got first.  I originated got the Left side first and then 7 months later after my Bilat surgery,  I got the right Baha so I labeled it "R."  I know there is a serial number inside the battery compartment.  The setting on both units are set the same but I have one slightly turned up more than the other one when I have it on.    Ken

[leapyrtwins]

Ken -

thanks for the clarification.

I guess I realized that the Intenso had a microphone, but it's not a directional microphone like the Divino, right?  I think that's what you are saying.

Denise -

glad there's going to be a Cochlear meeting in your area soon.  I think it will be worth it to attend.  It's great to read about the BAHA, but another thing entirely to see one "live".

Jan

[Denise S]

Thanks Jan   I actually have seen one live.   I got to try one in the audiologist office in December, but iit was only for a bit then.   At that time I was only 1 month post AN surgery and they told us an approximate cost I just put the thought on delay.     

I got another email yesterday from Michigans rep that she will be having a little coffee get together with other people and it's only about an hour drive for me............of course, I have something else that same day, ugh!      Linda H. is the one I'm dealing with and she is GREAT!
 Thanks to you too Jan for all the info and helping me out on the Cochlear site!!!!!

Can wait to hear your guys updates in April.   Seems like I've run across about 3-4 people getting the BP100 in April 

Best Wishes!!