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FranzV · 06-17-2008, 01:43 AM

About six years ago I had (two) Phonak Claro BTE. After a replacement (technical malfunction), the audiologist could not restore exactly the old fitting. We started to talk about programming the device and what components are needed to do it. At the end, I could buy the Hi-Pro box (the device between the computer and the HA), and I have got cables and fitting software for free (Phonak). After a specific training and some warnings, I could start with my own experiments.

It was not easy! Several times I ended up in a completely unusable fitting and I had to restart from scratch. After a long period of try and error experiments, I have now a good knowledge of some Phonak HA's and the software.

In the last six years I changed the HA every two years (more or less). I followed the Phonak line and had Perseo and Savia. Since tree months, I have Exélia SP. I still like to make some changes without "running" to the audiologist, but a good contact with "my" professional is mandatory.

Following my own experience, every one who is willing to acquire some basic knowledge (and invests some money), can do adjustments himself. The benefit is a perfect fine tuning and a better understanding of the whole fitting process.

06-17-2008, 01:43 AM	#12 (permalink)
FranzV Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Zürich (Switzerland) Posts: 2	I can do my own adjustments since 6 years! About six years ago I had (two) Phonak Claro BTE. After a replacement (technical malfunction), the audiologist could not restore exactly the old fitting. We started to talk about programming the device and what components are needed to do it. At the end, I could buy the Hi-Pro box (the device between the computer and the HA), and I have got cables and fitting software for free (Phonak). After a specific training and some warnings, I could start with my own experiments. It was not easy! Several times I ended up in a completely unusable fitting and I had to restart from scratch. After a long period of try and error experiments, I have now a good knowledge of some Phonak HA's and the software. In the last six years I changed the HA every two years (more or less). I followed the Phonak line and had Perseo and Savia. Since tree months, I have Exélia SP. I still like to make some changes without "running" to the audiologist, but a good contact with "my" professional is mandatory. Following my own experience, every one who is willing to acquire some basic knowledge (and invests some money), can do adjustments himself. The benefit is a perfect fine tuning and a better understanding of the whole fitting process. __________________ Exélia SP