Speech processor. (Product Marketplace).Cochlear cochlear pertaining to or emanating from the cochlea. cochlear duct the coiled portion of the membranous labyrinth located inside the cochlea; contains endolymph. cochlear nerve see Table 14. Americas announces that the FDA FDA abbr. Food and Drug Administration FDA, n.pr See Food and Drug Administration. FDA, n.pr the abbreviation for the Food and Drug Administration. has cleared the ESPrit[TM] 3G behind-the-ear (BTE) speech processor for sale in the United States. The ESPrit 3G is designed to help cochlear implant cochlear implant n. An electronic device that stimulates auditory nerve fibers in the inner ear in individuals with severe or profound bilateral hearing loss, allowing them to recognize some sounds, especially speech sounds. recipients hear clearly in all environments. It is compatible with all Nucleus[R] 24 cochlear implants Cochlear Implants Definition A cochlear implant is a surgical treatment for hearing loss that works like an artificial human cochlea in the inner ear, helping to send sound from the ear to the brain. , including the Nucleus 24 Contour[TM]. The ESPrit 3G offers a built-in telecoil that permits wireless access to hearing-aid-compatible telephones and allows listeners to connect to sound systems in public venues with assistive listening devices; the Whisper setting, which improves the audibility of soft and moderate speech; 54 hours of battery life; and all three Nucleus digital speech coding strategies--ACE[TM], CIS Cis (sĭs), same as Kish (1.) (1) (CompuServe Information Service) See CompuServe. (2) (Card Information S , and SPEAK--designed to allow users to hear clearly in all environments. The ESPrit 3G comes in 12 brilliant colors. With a weight of only 15 grams (with batteries) and an adjustable earhook, it is suitable for both adults and children. Circle 132 on Reader Service Card |
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